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Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is October 24, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

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.

On Saturday, October 19, The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures held its fourth annual gala. The celebratory evening was a star-studded affair with Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo, Rita Moreno, Colman Domingo, Ariana DeBose, and more in attendance. Take a look at photos from the evening!

Foresight Theatrical has promoted Alex Wolfe and Andrew Joy to General Managers for the company. Having each been with Foresight for over six years, Wolfe and Joy join a team of General Managers including Nick Ginsberg and Jalaina Ross. Learn more!

BroadwayWorld has just learned that the acclaimed Steppenwolf Theatre Company production of Purpose, written by Tony Award-winner Branden Jacobs-Jenkins, and directed by Two-time Tony Award-winner Phylicia Rashad, will come to Broadway in spring 2025. We have all of the details!

Saleka collaborates with Kid Cudi on the track 'Divine' from her upcoming album LADY RAVEN (ORIGINAL MUSIC FROM THE MOTION PICTURE TRAP), set for release on August 2. The album features 14 original songs by Saleka.

Columbia Recording artist SALEKA releases a new track, 'Save Me,' from her upcoming album LADY RAVEN (Original Music From The Motion Picture TRAP), showcasing her talent in writing and producing for the screen.

Showtime Australia will present 1999 The Ultimate Prince Experience on the Mandela Stage at Joburg Theatre from 30 August to 1 September, for its debut South African season, to pay tribute and reverence to one of the greatest musical pioneers of our time - Prince.

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.

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.

Dystopia and pee; there's nothing like URINETOWN!

Hennepin Theatre Trust rebrands as Hennepin Arts, heralding a new era for downtown with a focus on enhancing the cultural landscape through diverse artistic initiatives and community engagement.

Hennepin Arts concludes its Broadway season with the premieres of popular shows, returning favorites, and the launch of two national tours.

54 has unveiled its June lineup featuring Norm Lewis, Linda Eder and more. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.

Duff McKagan is celebrating the release of his double live record, TENDERNESS: LIVE IN LOS ANGELES, by announcing the US leg of his Lighthouse Tour '24 in support of his critically acclaimed latest studio record, LIGHTHOUSE. Beginning November 4 at Boston, MA's Paradise and ends November 20 at Seattle, WA's Showbox. Take a look at the dates here and listen to the live album now!

West End and Broadway sensation Marisha Wallace is returning to London's Adelphi Theatre for her biggest ever headline show.

In honor of the 40th anniversary of its theatrical release, Purple Rain, the iconic 1984 film starring Prince in his film acting debut, will be available for purchase on 4K Ultra HD Disc and Digital for the first time on June 25. Purple Rain stars music icon Prince in his first film role as The Kid, alongside Apollonia Kotero, Morris Day, Olga Karlatos and Clarence Williams III.

Hennepin Theatre Trust announces the 2024-2025 Bank of America Broadway on Hennepin season. Find out the exciting lineup of shows coming to Minneapolis. The lineup includes seven Minnesota premieres and four returning favorites, highlighted by recently announced pre-Broadway world premiere of Purple Rain at the historic State Theatre in 2025.

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is February 7, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

The pre-Broadway world premiere stage adaptation of Prince’s legendary film and album, PURPLE RAIN, will take place in Prince’s hometown, Minneapolis, MN. We have all the details on the new msuical!

Symphony Space has announced additional Spring 2024 programming. The coming months abound with bespoke evenings that offer playful and candid experiences of some of today's most beloved voices in music, literature, theater, and more.

Symphony Space has revealed additional Spring 2024 programming. See performance dates and learn who is taking part!

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is January 9, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.