Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson Makes History with Broadway Debut

The Supreme Court justice fulfilled a lifelong dream with a one-night role in the musical '& Juliet,' sparking both praise and criticism.

Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson became the first U.S. Supreme Court justice to perform on Broadway, appearing in a specially written role in the musical '& Juliet.'
The one-night-only performance featured Jackson singing and acting in a reimagined version of 'Romeo and Juliet' that explores themes of female empowerment and identity.
Jackson's appearance was inspired by a personal aspiration she wrote about in her Harvard application essay and detailed in her recent memoir, 'Lovely One.'
The performance drew mixed reactions, with some celebrating her humanizing presence and others questioning the appropriateness of a sitting justice participating in such an event.
Jackson emphasized the importance of showing that justices are relatable public servants with personal dreams, reflecting on her lifelong love of theater.