The
Color Purple
Oprah
Winfrey presents this new musical based on Alice Walker's
classic Pulitzer Prize-winning novel and the landmark film by
Steven Spielberg. 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. With a moving book and a
score featuring gospel, jazz, ragtime and the blues, The
Color Purple is ultimately a story of hope, a testament to
the healing power of love, and a celebration of life.
Directed by Gary
Griffin, the musical features music and lyrics by Grammy
Award-winning composer/lyricists Brenda Russell, Allee Willis,
and Stephen Bray. Pulitzer Prize-winner Marsha Norman is the
librettist. The choreography is by Donald Byrd and musical
direction is by Linda Twine.
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