Bobby Z
Bobby Z is a theatre artist whose BroadwayWorld credits include Purple Rain.
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Everything to Know About PURPLE RAIN on Broadway
by Sidney Paterra - Aug 9, 2026
What does it feel like when doves cry? Broadway is about to find out! As BroadwayWorld previously reported, 42 years to the day since Prince’s legendary film premiered, and three weeks since the album re-entered the Billboard 200, the stage adaptation of Purple Rain will arrive on Broadway later this season. While we await its arrival, catch up on everything there is to know so far!
by Sidney Paterra - Aug 9, 2026
What does it feel like when doves cry? Broadway is about to find out! As BroadwayWorld previously reported, 42 years to the day since Prince’s legendary film premiered, and three weeks since the album re-entered the Billboard 200, the stage adaptation of Purple Rain will arrive on Broadway later this season. While we await its arrival, catch up on everything there is to know so far!
Lin-Manuel Miranda and Luis A. Miranda Jr. Will Join Producing Team of PURPLE RAIN
by Stephi Wild - Aug 4, 2026
Viajes Miranda, the production team comprising of Lin-Manuel Miranda and his father, Luis A. Miranda Jr., have been added to the producing team for the upcoming Broadway production of Purple Rain.
by Stephi Wild - Aug 4, 2026
Viajes Miranda, the production team comprising of Lin-Manuel Miranda and his father, Luis A. Miranda Jr., have been added to the producing team for the upcoming Broadway production of Purple Rain.
PURPLE RAIN Will Open on Broadway in Spring 2027
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 27, 2026
Let's go crazy! BroadwayWorld has just learned that 42 years to the day since Prince’s legendary film premiered, and three weeks since the album re-entered the Billboard 200, the stage adaptation of PURPLE RAIN will arrive on Broadway. PURPLE RAIN will premiere next spring at the Majestic Theatre, beginning previews on Friday, March 12, 2027, and officially opening on Monday, April 12, 2027. We have all of the details here!
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 27, 2026
Let's go crazy! BroadwayWorld has just learned that 42 years to the day since Prince’s legendary film premiered, and three weeks since the album re-entered the Billboard 200, the stage adaptation of PURPLE RAIN will arrive on Broadway. PURPLE RAIN will premiere next spring at the Majestic Theatre, beginning previews on Friday, March 12, 2027, and officially opening on Monday, April 12, 2027. We have all of the details here!
PURPLE RAIN Adds Extra Week of Pre-Broadway Performances in Minneapolis
by Stephi Wild - Oct 8, 2025
Due to audience demand, producer Orin Wolf and Hennepin Arts are pleased to announce that the stage adaptation of the iconic film PURPLE RAIN will rock the historic State Theatre for one additional week.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 8, 2025
Due to audience demand, producer Orin Wolf and Hennepin Arts are pleased to announce that the stage adaptation of the iconic film PURPLE RAIN will rock the historic State Theatre for one additional week.
PURPLE RAIN World Premiere Unveils Complete Cast
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 21, 2025
The complete cast has been revealed for the world premiere stage adaptation of the iconic film, PURPLE RAIN. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 21, 2025
The complete cast has been revealed for the world premiere stage adaptation of the iconic film, PURPLE RAIN. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets here!
Kris Kollins and Rachel Webb to Star in PURPLE RAIN World Premiere
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 12, 2025
The cast members who will lead the pre-Broadway world premiere stage adaptation of PURPLE RAIN have been revealed. See who is starring and learn more about the world premiere production.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 12, 2025
The cast members who will lead the pre-Broadway world premiere stage adaptation of PURPLE RAIN have been revealed. See who is starring and learn more about the world premiere production.
PURPLE RAIN World Premiere Tickets On Sale At Hennepin Arts In May
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 29, 2025
Tickets for the pre-Broadway world premiere stage adaptation of Prince's legendary film and album, PURPLE RAIN, will go on sale on Friday, May 9 at 10 a.m..
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 29, 2025
Tickets for the pre-Broadway world premiere stage adaptation of Prince's legendary film and album, PURPLE RAIN, will go on sale on Friday, May 9 at 10 a.m..
Pre-Broadway Run of Prince's PURPLE RAIN Musical Delays World Premiere
by Stephi Wild - Oct 23, 2024
A stage adaptation of Prince's film and album, Purple Rain, will make its World Premiere next year, but fans will have to wait a little bit longer for it than originally planned.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 23, 2024
A stage adaptation of Prince's film and album, Purple Rain, will make its World Premiere next year, but fans will have to wait a little bit longer for it than originally planned.
PURPLE RAIN Musical Unveils Additional Creative Team and Minneapolis Dates
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 20, 2024
Additional creative team members and performance dates have been revealed for the pre-Broadway world premiere stage adaptation of Prince’s legendary film and album, PURPLE RAIN. See how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 20, 2024
Additional creative team members and performance dates have been revealed for the pre-Broadway world premiere stage adaptation of Prince’s legendary film and album, PURPLE RAIN. See how to purchase tickets.
PURPLE RAIN Creative Team Talk Adapting Prince's Material for the Stage
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 20, 2024
Rolling Stone has just published a new report chronicling the continuing journey of Prince's hit film Purple Rain to the stage. It was previously announced that the pre-Broadway world premiere stage adaptation of Prince’s film and album is scheduled to take place in Prince’s hometown, Minneapolis, MN, in Spring 2025.
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 20, 2024
Rolling Stone has just published a new report chronicling the continuing journey of Prince's hit film Purple Rain to the stage. It was previously announced that the pre-Broadway world premiere stage adaptation of Prince’s film and album is scheduled to take place in Prince’s hometown, Minneapolis, MN, in Spring 2025.
Wayne Brady, Jordin Sparks & More Join DANCING WITH THE STARS Season 31
by Michael Major - Sep 8, 2022
Wayne Brady, Jordin Sparks, and more will be joined by a Real Housewife, a Bachelorette and a drag queen superstar, and more in season 31 of Dancing With the Stars. Fan-favorite pro dancers Mark Ballas and Louis van Amstel will also make a return to the ballroom. Check out the complete list of contestants and their professional partners below!
by Michael Major - Sep 8, 2022
Wayne Brady, Jordin Sparks, and more will be joined by a Real Housewife, a Bachelorette and a drag queen superstar, and more in season 31 of Dancing With the Stars. Fan-favorite pro dancers Mark Ballas and Louis van Amstel will also make a return to the ballroom. Check out the complete list of contestants and their professional partners below!
The Revolution Announces UK Shows
by Kaitlin Milligan - Feb 25, 2020
The Revolution - Wendy Melvoin, Lisa Coleman, Bobby Z, BrownMark and Dr. Fink are most commonly known as the versatile band behind the music icon Prince. Merging funk, rock n'roll, rhythm and blues, pop & psychedelia genres, the band is considered to be one of the most successful music acts of all time. They will be coming to the UK in July 2020 for three spectacular shows:
by Kaitlin Milligan - Feb 25, 2020
The Revolution - Wendy Melvoin, Lisa Coleman, Bobby Z, BrownMark and Dr. Fink are most commonly known as the versatile band behind the music icon Prince. Merging funk, rock n'roll, rhythm and blues, pop & psychedelia genres, the band is considered to be one of the most successful music acts of all time. They will be coming to the UK in July 2020 for three spectacular shows:
Paisley Park Announces Performers & Special Guests Joining Celebration 2019
by Stephi Wild - Feb 5, 2019
Prince's Paisley Park in Chanhassen, Minnesota has announced programming details for its annual four-day special event, CELEBRATION, honoring the unique life and legacy of the prodigiously talented cultural icon Prince Rogers Nelson. Taking place between April 25-28 at Prince's historic home and recording sanctuary outside Minneapolis, the event will welcome fans from around the world into an inspired environment of live music, concert screenings, panel discussions and special presentations highlighting Prince's tremendous talent, influence and importance as a composer, musician, producer, live performer and filmmaker.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 5, 2019
Prince's Paisley Park in Chanhassen, Minnesota has announced programming details for its annual four-day special event, CELEBRATION, honoring the unique life and legacy of the prodigiously talented cultural icon Prince Rogers Nelson. Taking place between April 25-28 at Prince's historic home and recording sanctuary outside Minneapolis, the event will welcome fans from around the world into an inspired environment of live music, concert screenings, panel discussions and special presentations highlighting Prince's tremendous talent, influence and importance as a composer, musician, producer, live performer and filmmaker.
Prince's Iconic Band To Tour U.S., Plus Announce First European Shows In 33 Years
by Tori Hartshorn - May 15, 2018
Prince played with many talented musicians over the course of his 40-year career, but his most celebrated and iconic allies will always be Bobby Z, Wendy Melvoin, Lisa Coleman, Matt Fink & Brownmark; The Revolution. They resume their U.S. tour on June 9th at the Wichita River Festival in Kansas and will hit several major U.S. Festivals this summer and fall including: Arroyo Seco, Bumbershoot and ACL, before heading over to Europe, in early 2019, for their first tour in 33 years! Full itinerary is below.
by Tori Hartshorn - May 15, 2018
Prince played with many talented musicians over the course of his 40-year career, but his most celebrated and iconic allies will always be Bobby Z, Wendy Melvoin, Lisa Coleman, Matt Fink & Brownmark; The Revolution. They resume their U.S. tour on June 9th at the Wichita River Festival in Kansas and will hit several major U.S. Festivals this summer and fall including: Arroyo Seco, Bumbershoot and ACL, before heading over to Europe, in early 2019, for their first tour in 33 years! Full itinerary is below.
Prince's REVOLUTION Announces Additional Live Shows Through 2018
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 7, 2017
After a stunning response to the surprise announcement of their first tour in decades, The Revolution have now confirmed they will perform additional dates in North America this coming New Year's weekend, in addition to more shows in 2018
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 7, 2017
After a stunning response to the surprise announcement of their first tour in decades, The Revolution have now confirmed they will perform additional dates in North America this coming New Year's weekend, in addition to more shows in 2018
Moonrise Nation Debut 'Demo Day' Live Acoustic Video w/ Northern Transmissions
by Caryn Robbins - Aug 30, 2017
Masterful indie folk-pop trio Moonrise Nation recently released their debut album, Glamour Child, July 28 on Zinc Records, a label formed by Bobby Z of Prince's band, The Revolution. The trio have now shared a stunning live acoustic video of album cut, “Demo Day” with Northern Transmissions.
by Caryn Robbins - Aug 30, 2017
Masterful indie folk-pop trio Moonrise Nation recently released their debut album, Glamour Child, July 28 on Zinc Records, a label formed by Bobby Z of Prince's band, The Revolution. The trio have now shared a stunning live acoustic video of album cut, “Demo Day” with Northern Transmissions.
Moonrise Nation Debuts Live Cover Video Of Talking Heads' 'This Must Be The Place'
by Caryn Robbins - Aug 9, 2017
Masterful indie folk-pop trio Moonrise Nation recently released their debut album, Glamour Child, July 28 on Zinc Records, a label formed by Bobby Z of Prince's band, The Revolution.
by Caryn Robbins - Aug 9, 2017
Masterful indie folk-pop trio Moonrise Nation recently released their debut album, Glamour Child, July 28 on Zinc Records, a label formed by Bobby Z of Prince's band, The Revolution.
Moonrise Nation 'Common Fear' Video, Debut LP Out Today via Zinc Records
by Caryn Robbins - Jul 28, 2017
Masterful indie folk-pop trio Moonrise Nation release their debut album, Glamour Child, today on Zinc Records, a label formed by Bobby Z of Prince's band, The Revolution.
by Caryn Robbins - Jul 28, 2017
Masterful indie folk-pop trio Moonrise Nation release their debut album, Glamour Child, today on Zinc Records, a label formed by Bobby Z of Prince's band, The Revolution.
Moonrise Nation Shares New Video, Debut LP Out Friday via Zinc Records
by Caryn Robbins - Jul 26, 2017
Masterful indie folk-pop trio Moonrise Nation will release their debut album, Glamour Child, this Friday, July 28 on Zinc Records, a label formed by Bobby Z of Prince's band
by Caryn Robbins - Jul 26, 2017
Masterful indie folk-pop trio Moonrise Nation will release their debut album, Glamour Child, this Friday, July 28 on Zinc Records, a label formed by Bobby Z of Prince's band
Moonrise Nation Debuts New Single w/ Ghettoblaster + Nat'l Tour Continues
by Caryn Robbins - Jul 5, 2017
Masterful indie folk-pop trio Moonrise Nation will release their debut album, Glamour Child, July 28 on Zinc Records, a label formed by Bobby Z of Prince's band, The Revolution.
by Caryn Robbins - Jul 5, 2017
Masterful indie folk-pop trio Moonrise Nation will release their debut album, Glamour Child, July 28 on Zinc Records, a label formed by Bobby Z of Prince's band, The Revolution.
