Angela Wildflower

Review: THE COLOR PURPLE at The Black Rep is a Satisfying Production
by James Lindhorst - Sep 14, 2026

The Color Purple is a mid-tier movies-to-musical adaptation that falls just short of becoming a classic. Brenda Russell, Allee Willis, and Stephen Bray’s score is competent but uneven. However, Marsha Norman’s book and her message of resilience, self-actualization, liberation, and reclamation resonates strongly. The Black Rep’s production captures Celie’s emotional transformation in a convincing and satisfying way.

Interview: Theatre Life with Peggy McKowen
by Elliot Lanes - Jul 10, 2026

Today’s subject Peggy McKowen is currently living her theatre life as the Artistic Director for one of the most important theatre festivals for new plays in the country Contemporary American Theatre Festival (CATF). Located at Shepherd University in Shepherdstown, West Virginia this year’s festival will present five new plays in repertory between July 10th and August 2nd. 2026 marks CATF’s 36th season.

Review: The Outrageously Hilarious FAT HAM Opens at The Black Rep
by James Lindhorst - May 23, 2026

The Black Rep’s production shows why Fat Ham was a hot ticket both on and off Broadway. Ijames hilarious script takes on socially relevant topics in his updated retelling of Hamlet. Geovonday Jones sharp direction and the cast’s dynamic comedic portrayals make this a show that cannot be missed

Music Theater Heritage Reveals Cast & Creatives for GUYS & DOLLS At The Hot Box
by A.A. Cristi - May 8, 2025

Music Theater Heritage has announced the cast of GUYS & DOLLS at The Hot Box. Directed by Artistic Director Tim Scott, GUYS & DOLLS at The Hot Box will play for 17 performances, June 5 -29 in MTH's Grand Theater, located on the 4th floor of Crown Center.

Broadway Veteran Angela Wildflower Joins GUYS & DOLLS At Music Theater Heritage
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 25, 2025

Music Theater Heritage has announced Kansas City native and Broadway veteran Angela Wildflower will play Miss Adelaide in its summer production of GUYS & DOLLS at the Hot Box.

Kansas City Repertory Theatre Announces Cast For LADY DAY AT EMERSON'S BAR AND GRILL
by Blair Ingenthron - Sep 7, 2024

Kansas City Repertory Theatre has announced the cast for LADY DAY AT EMERSON'S BAR AND GRILL, running from October 8-27, 2024 at Copaken Stage, exploring the life and music of Billie Holiday.

Broadway Artists Return To Whitefish Performing Arts Center For August Concert Series
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 23, 2024

For 20 years Alpine Theatre Project has brought artists direct from Broadway to Whitefish to perform and teach.

Review: THE COLOR PURPLE at Geva Theatre
by Colin Fleming-Stumpf - Jun 8, 2024

What did our critic think of THE COLOR PURPLE at Geva Theatre?

Video: First Look At Theater Latté Da's Production Of THE COLOR PURPLE
by Joshua Wright - Apr 10, 2024

Get a first look at THE COLOR PURPLE, running now through May 5 at Theater Latté Da. Based on the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel by Alice Walker and adapted for the stage by Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award winner Marsha Norman, with music and lyrics by Brenda Russell, Allee Willis and Stephen Bray, THE COLOR PURPLE is a stirring family chronicle following the inspirational Celie as she journeys from childhood through joy and despair, anguish and hope, to discover her own unique voice and place in the world.

Review: THE COLOR PURPLE at Theater Latté Da
by Joe Sarafolean - Mar 24, 2024

What did our critic think of THE COLOR PURPLE at Theater Latté Da?

Review: THE COLOR PURPLE at Theater Latte Da
by Jared Fessler - Mar 24, 2024

What did our critic think of THE COLOR PURPLE at Theater Latte Da?

Rehearsals Now In Progress For Theater Latté Da Production Of THE COLOR PURPLE Opening In March
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 23, 2024

THEATER LATTÉ DA begins rehearsals for THE COLOR PURPLE, the Broadway musical adaptation of the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel, opening on March 23, 2024.

Theater Latté Da Unveils Creative Team For THE COLOR PURPLE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 17, 2024

THEATER LATTÉ DA presents the Broadway musical adaptation of the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel, The Color Purple, opening on March 23, 2024 in partnership with Geva Theatre.

Alpine Theatre Project's BROADWAY CONCERT SERIES to Host Robert Creighton, Virginia Woodruff, and More
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 22, 2023

They've starred in some of the most well-known Broadway productions in history, including “Rent,” “Anything Goes,” “The Lion King,” “Color Purple,” and for one week they'll perform some of their greatest showstopping hits on the Whitefish stage. Alpine Theatre Project's Broadway Concert Series runs July 30 - August 2 at the Whitefish Performing Arts Center.

Review: THE COLOR PURPLE Is Excellently Black at DCPA Theatre Company
by Jon Bee - Apr 18, 2023

What did our critic think of THE COLOR PURPLE at DCPA Theatre Company?

Cast & Creative Teams Announced for THE COLOR PURPLE and THE 39 STEPS at DCPA Theatre Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 21, 2023

The Denver Center for the Performing Arts Theatre Company has announced the full casting and creative teams for the world premiere production of the compelling musical The Color Purple and audience favorite The 39 Steps.

12 Days Left To Vote For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Sacramento Awards; Woodland Opera House Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
by BWW - Dec 19, 2022

The latest standings as of Monday, December 19th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Sacramento Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.

12 Days Left To Vote For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Los Angeles Awards; Long Beach Playhouse Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
by BWW - Dec 19, 2022

The latest standings as of Monday, December 19th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Los Angeles Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.

Latest Stats Released For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Sacramento Awards; at Rocklin Community Theatre Leads Best Ensemble Performance!
by BWW - Dec 12, 2022

The latest standings as of Monday, December 12th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Sacramento Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.

Latest Stats Released For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Los Angeles Awards; at Broadwater Black Box Leads Best Ensemble Performance!
by BWW - Dec 12, 2022

The latest standings as of Monday, December 12th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Los Angeles Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.