Jordan E. Cooper Discusses Off-Broadway Play 'Oh Happy Day!'

'Oh Happy Day!' - A Modern Take on Noah's Arc

• 🎭 The off-Broadway play 'Oh Happy Day!' is described as a reimagining of Noah's Arc with a modern twist.
• 🎯 It is set in modern-day Laurel, Mississippi, and explores the story through the lens of a Black family, delving into their secrets, drama, and trauma.
• 💡 The play uses the metaphor of old things washing away to make room for new growth, applying it to family dynamics and unspoken issues.
• 🌟 A key theme is reclaiming faith for those who have been marginalized, with the play aiming to feel like 'going to church'.

Jordan E. Cooper's Accomplishments

• 🏆 Jordan E. Cooper is recognized as the youngest Black American playwright in Broadway history.
• 🎬 He is also an actor, producer, and director, pulling double duty as playwright and actor in 'Oh Happy Day!'
• 🎤 Cooper describes the experience of acting in his own play as challenging but fun, highlighting the incredible talent of the cast and the unexplainable magic that happens in the theater.

Other Projects and Career Highlights

• 📺 Cooper is a co-creator and executive producer for 'The Miss Pat Show', which is returning for Season 5 and promises to be bigger and better.
• 🌟 He draws inspiration from classic sitcoms like 'Good Times' and 'The Jeffersons', aiming to create similar experiences with a live audience.
• 🎬 He also had a guest appearance on 'Freakish Friday', working with comedy legends Lindsay Lohan and Jamie Lee Curtis, enjoying being back in front of the camera.
• 🤯 At 30 years old, Cooper has achieved significant success across multiple facets of the entertainment industry.