Purlie at Hamilton Stage
Dates: 3/6/2025 - 3/23/2025
📍 Theatre: Hamilton Stage
American Theater Group
360 Hamilton Street
Rahway, NJ 07065
Phone: 732-499-8226
American Theater Group proudly presents Purlie, a rousing 1970 adaptation of Ossie Davis’s comedic play Purlie Victorious about a traveling preacher who returns to his hometown in Georgia and concocts a scheme to reclaim his church. Nominated for five Tony Awards, including Best Musical, the original Broadway production received Tony Awards for Best Performance by a Leading Actor (Cleavon Little as Purlie) and Best Performance by a Featured Actress (Melba Moore as Lutiebelle). Written by Ossie Davis, Philip Rose, and Peter Udell. Music by Gary Geld, with lyrics by Peter Udell. The production will be directed by Kenny Ingram. All tickets are specially-priced at $40 if purchased by Jan. 31st.
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Tony Awards and Nominations for Purlie
| Year | Category | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 1970 | Best Musical | Nominated |
Ages: teens through adult
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