The Color Purple

Opened: February 1, 2004

The Color Purple - New York Tickets, News, Info & More

Based on the novel by Alice Walker and the Warner Brothers/Amblin Entertainment film

A teenager gives birth to two of her father's children and then is married off to a man who sought her sister. The man convinces the sisters' father to separate the two and makes sure they never communicate by intercepting letters between them. Abused and alone, the heroine struggles to find her identity and love.

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Meet the Cast of LEMPICKA, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 19, 2024

Performances begin tonight, March 19, at the Longacre Theatre for Lempicka, the new musical celebrating the true story of renowned artist Tamara de Lempicka.  Meet the cast of Lempicka here!

Everything New On Max This March: What's Coming & Going
by Michael Major - Feb 26, 2024

Discover the latest additions coming to Max this March. Stay updated on the newest releases and must-watch shows. Plus, find out what titles are leaving in March. Get ready to stream your favorites!

Wild Project Unveils Additional Programming For February And March
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 5, 2024

wild project has revealed additional programming for February and March. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets!

LEMPICKA On Broadway Adds Beth Leavel, Amber Iman And More To Principal Cast
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 17, 2024

At a special event at Sotheby's, the new principal cast of Lempicka, the sweeping new musical portrait celebrating the gripping true story of renowned artist Tamara de Lempicka, was announced.

Video: Watch Fantasia's 'Superpower (I)' Music Video From THE COLOR PURPLE
by Michael Major - Jan 12, 2024

Superpower (I) features a tour de force performance by Fantasia, the film's central star. Written and produced by lauded hitmaker The-Dream (Rhianna, Beyoncé, Mariah Carey), the song unites all the emotion of the film into a powerful crescendo and has been shortlisted for Oscar consideration. Watch the new music video now!

LaChanze Speaks Up About THE COLOR PURPLE Royalties For 'I'm Here'; Says She 'Was a Huge Part at Writing' the Song
by Michael Major - Dec 27, 2023

LaChanze is speaking up about the mark she made on The Color Purple musical. The actress and producer, who won a Tony Award for playing the role of Celie in the original Broadway production, states that she added lyrics to 'I'm Here.'

What's New On Max This January 2024
by Michael Major - Dec 21, 2023

Find out what's new on Max this January, including the Debut of HBO Original “True Detective: Night Country” and Max Original “On the Roam,” New Seasons Of Max Original “Sort Of,' HBO Original “Real Time with Bill Maher,” And Adult Swim's “Rick and Morty,” And Debut of HBO Original Documentary “Going to Mars: The Nikki Giovanni Project.'

Listen: Reneé Rapp Drops New MEAN GIRLS Song With Megan Thee Stallion; Pre-Order the Soundtrack
by Michael Major - Dec 15, 2023

Reneé Rapp and Megan Thee Stallion have released 'Not My Fault,' the first single off the Mean Girls soundtrack. The single is off the upcoming soundtrack for the movie musical adaptation of Mean Girls, which includes 12 other tracks. Also featured on the soundtrack are Angourie Rice, Auli’i Cravalho, Jaquel Spivey, Avantika, Bebe Wood, and more.

Reneé Rapp Co-Wrote New MEAN GIRLS Songs For the Movie Musical
by Michael Major - Dec 13, 2023

Reneé Rapp has co-written new songs for the Mean Girls movie musical. Tine Fey confirmed the news in a new interview, along with sharing that the film is not a 'remake' of the original 2004 film or an adaptation of the Broadway musical, but a hybrid of both of them. Rapp and Megan Thee Stallion are releasing a song from the soundtrack.

Review: 8 STEPS TO HEAVEN Gets Funky At Vincent Victoria Presents
by Brett Cullum - Dec 11, 2023

Yet in the end, EIGHT NOTES TO HEAVEN is just a joyous ride. I love the idea of Prince and Rick James battling it out over who had more funk and who had more soul. In truth, they were both icons who did revolutionary things

THE COLOR PURPLE Cast Will Sit Down With Jennifer Hudson For Exclusive Talk Show Interview
by Michael Major - Dec 11, 2023

Oprah Winfrey and the cast of 'The Color Purple' are set to appear on 'The Jennifer Hudson Show' on Friday, December 15 for an exclusive talk show appearance. Fantasia Barrino Taylor, Taraji P. Henson, Danielle Brooks, Phyllicia Pearl Mpasi, Corey Hawkins, Colman Domingo, and director Blitz Bazawule will also join the show.

What's New on Max This December 2023
by Michael Major - Nov 27, 2023

Stream Original Comedy Specials “Leo Reich: Literally Who Cares?!” For HBO And “Gary Gulman: Born on 3rd Base” For Max, Max Original Documentary “Oprah and The Color Purple Journey,” HBO Original Documentary Series “Murder in Boston: Roots, Rampage & Reckoning,” and more. Check out what's coming to Max and leaving Max in December 2023.

BlackRock Center For The Arts Announces Twenty-Second Season
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 1, 2023

BlackRock Center for the Arts has announced its 22nd season of programming as a dedicated hub for inspiring performing and visual arts experiences in the most diverse county in the United States, Montgomery County, Md.   

Porchlight Names Felicia P. Fields and Kenny Ingram as Honorary Co-Chairs for PORCHLIGHT ICONS: CELEBRATING BEN VEREEN
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 18, 2023

Learn about the exciting announcement of honorary co-chairs, Broadway veterans Felicia P. Fields and Kenny Ingram, and the talented cast for Porchlight's production of PORCHLIGHT ICONS: CELEBRATING BEN VEREEN. Don't miss this star-studded celebration of a legendary performer.

Wake Up With BWW 7/24: NEW YORK, NEW YORK Sets Closing Date, and More
by - Jul 24, 2023

Top stories: New York, New York will close next weekend, Moulin Rouge! celebrates 1000 performances on Broadway, and more!

Review: JIN AKANISHI 10TH ANNIVERSARY LIVE 2023 at Yoyogi National Gymnasium [Tokyo]
by Ayaka Ozaki - Jul 8, 2023

Jin Akanishi, a Japanese well known artist who actives international celebrated his anniversary with his fans after being a solo singer for 10 years on July 2nd, at Yoyogi 1st Gymnasium in Tokyo. Showcasing his renowned singing skill since his days with Johnny & Associates, he mesmerized the audience by multiple ways of performances with 28 of his songs including the ones among all-English lyrics.

Natalie Joy Johnson to Present MISS NATALIE'S SUMMERTIME SPECTACULAR at The Green Room 42
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 22, 2023

THE GREEN ROOM 42 will present Natalie Joy Johnson in “Miss Natalie’s Summertime Spectacular” on Friday, June 30 at 9:30 PM.

Azuka Theatre to Close Season with World Premiere of Christine Evans' GALILEE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 18, 2023

Azuka Theatre will close their 2022/2023 season with the World Premiere of Galilee written by Christine Evans and directed by Azuka's Co-Artistic Director Rebecca May Flowers.

Full Casts & Complete Lineup Set for Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 8, 2023

Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival has announced the complete principal casts, creative teams, and events planned for the previously announced summer season.

MCC Releases Recording of Joy Woods' 'I Could Have Danced All Night'
by Blair Ingenthron - Apr 28, 2023

MCC Theater (Bernie Telsey and Will Cantler, Co-Artistic Directors; Blake West, Executive Director) have released a professional recording for the song “I Could Have Danced All Night” from the musical My Fair Lady, with book and lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner and music by Frederick Loewe, is available to stream now on all music platforms.

Zoë Van Tieghem and Matt Baker Return For Another SPRING FLING At The Green Room 42
by Stephen Mosher - Apr 26, 2023

Zoë Van Tieghem and Matt Baker are back in business and The Green Room 42's got them.

Review: ROMEO AND JULIET at Two River Theater Brings Captivating Modern Twists to Shakespeare's Classic
by Marina Kennedy - Apr 17, 2023

A unique production of Romeo and Juliet is now being presented at Two River Theater (TRT). We are certain you will find the show captivating.

World Premieres by Justin Peck, Tiler Peck & More Set for New York City Ballet's 2023-24 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 17, 2023

New York City Ballet has announced its 2023-24 season featuring world premieres by Justin Peck, Tiler Peck, and more! See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets!

Philadelphia Premiere of HYMN to be Presented at Inis Nua Theatre This Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 5, 2023

Inis Nua Theatre Company willpresent the final mainstage production of its 19th season with the Philadelphia premiere of Hymn, written by British playwright Lolita Chakrabarti.

Ali Ewoldt, Jelani Remy & More to Take Part in Prospect Theater's 2023 Spring Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 3, 2023

Prospect Theater Company's annual Spring Gala will be co-hosted by Ali Ewoldt and Jelani Remy, and will feature presenters including Renée Elise Goldsberry, Telly Leung and more. Learn how to purchase tickets!

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