The Color Purple February 4, 2009
East Lansing, Michigan
From the classic Pulitzer Prize-winning novel by Alice Walker, and the moving film by Steven Spielberg, comes a soul-stirring new musical and landmark event.
THE COLOR PURPLE is an inspiring family saga that tells the unforgettable story of a woman who-through love-finds the strength to triumph over adversity and discover her unique voice in the world. Set to a joyous score featuring jazz, ragtime, gospel and blues, THE COLOR PURPLE is a story of hope, a testament to the healing power of love and a celebration of life.
Directed by Gary Griffin, THE COLOR PURPLE is adapated for the stage by Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award winner Marsha Norman, with music and lyrics by Grammy Award winners Brenda Russell, Allee Willis and Stephen Bray and choreography by Donald Byrd.
Added by hoffma9 on January 22, 2009