Principal's Conversation with playwright Branden Jacbos Jenkins and playwright, screenwriter and director, Kenny Lonergan

A Conversation with Branden Jacobs-Jenkins and Kenneth Lonergan
Join us for a fascinating discussion between two acclaimed writers, Branden Jacobs-Jenkins and Kenneth Lonergan. In a conversation hosted by Brasenose Principal, John Bowers KC, they will discuss the art of playwriting and their experiences in the world of theatre.

Branden Jacobs-Jenkins
Branden Jacobs-Jenkins is a celebrated playwright and a significant voice in contemporary American theatre. Some of his most renowned plays include “Appropriate,” which was a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize for Drama, and “An Octoroon,” which reimagines a 19th-century melodrama to explore issues of race and cultural appropriation.
Kenneth Lonergan
Kenneth Lonergan is a distinguished playwright, screenwriter, and director. His plays such as “This Is Our Youth” and “The Waverly Gallery” explore the complexities of human relationships. Lonergan is also well-known for his work in film, having written and directed “Manchester by the Sea,” which earned him Academy Award nominations and a win for Best Original Screenplay.