Mar 20 - May 5, 2024
Ritz Theater

by Alice Walker
Book by Marsha Norman
Music and Lyrics by Brenda Russell, Allee Willis and Stephen Bray

Directed by Daniel J. Bryant
Choreographed by Heather Beal
Music Direction by Sanford Moore

Based on the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel by Alice Walker and adapted for the stage by Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award winner Marsha Norman, this stirring family chronicle follows 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.

Starring Ronnie Allen, Carnetha Anthony, Zola Dee, Lynnea Doublette, Lamar Jefferson, Dwight Xaveir Leslie, Heather McElrath, Nubia Monks, David L. Murray, Nambi Mwassa, Dennis W. Spears, Angela Stewart, and Angela Wildflower. 

A Co-Production with Geva Theatre Center.

THE COLOR PURPLE runs 2 hours and 35 minutes, including a 15-minute intermission.


PS = Post Show Discussions
ASL/AD Performance is April 4th at 7:30 pm. Reduced price tickets are available for $17.50 for ASL/AD patrons and one guest. Please call 612-339-3003 to purchase.
OC = Open Captioned Performance

VIDEOS

Videos by PLQ Proudctions

THE CAST


*“THE COLOR PURPLE” is presented through special arrangement with and all authorized performance materials are supplied by Theatrical Rights Worldwide, 1180 Avenue of the Americas, Suite 640, New York, NY 10036. www.theatricalrights.com