Broadwaysted Podcast Welcomes THE COLOR PURPLE's Antoine L. Smith for Vodka & Games
by Broadwaysted - August 10, 2016
Tune in this week as we get Broadwaysted with THE COLOR PURPLE's Antoine L. Smith, and #extrafriendoftheshow, Antoine's cousin Rainbo! On this episode, we drink vodka cranberry and pineapple (or a couple of ciders) and Antoine chats about working with powerhouses Cynthia Erivo, Jennifer Hudson, and Heather Headley--and why he wears a belt and suspenders together in the show.
STAGE TUBE: Hear the Ticket-Buying Gospel From The Church Ladies of THE COLOR PURPLE
by A.A. Cristi - August 2, 2016
The Color Purple has sent its gossipy Church Ladies out to spread the good news about the ins and outs of ticket purchasing. From navigating online sales to how to avoid scalpers, these ladies serve up the gospel for all your ticket-buying needs while employing some three part harmonies that would give the Schuyler Sisters a run for their money.
Photo Coverage: Tony Winner Cynthia Erivo Unveils Her New Portrait at Sardi's!
by Jessica Fallon Gordon - July 13, 2016
There's a new Broadway star on the rise. Just yesterday, The Color Purple's Tony Award-winning actress Cynthia Erivo was joined by some of her Broadway friends as Sardi's unveiled her caricature, which joins the historic collection on the restaurant's walls, honoring Broadway's finest for over 85 years.
TV: THE COLOR PURPLE Cast Belts It Out in Bryant Park!
by Nicole Rosky - July 7, 2016
In attendance today was the cast of The Color Purple (Antoine L. Smith, Rema Webb, Phoenix Best, Akron Watson, Carrie Compere, Adrianna Hicks, Patrice Covington, Lawrence Clayton) who performed three songs from the show: 'Push Da Button,' 'Any Little Thing,' and 'The Color Purple.' Check out highlights below!