"I’m pore, I’m black, I may be ugly and can't cook… but I'm here". The musical The Color Purple is a soul-stirring testament to the healing power of life. It has enthralled Broadway audiences since its debut in December 2005.
Forced into marriage with an abusive husband, Celie only has God to talk to. She dreads the arrival of "Mister's" mistress, the singer Shug Avery – but it’s the best thing to ever happen to her.
This inspiring family saga tells the moving story of Celie's personal and spiritual journey. As she bonds with the women who surround her, she learns to articulate her own unique voice, and to emancipate herself.
Set against an uplifting traditional score which combines the blues with sweet hot jazz, ragtime and gospel, The Color Purple turns the story of the wife, the husband and the lover upside down. Expect laughter and tears throughout a story with resonance for anyone who’s triumphed over adversity.
The Color Purple was adapted from Alice Walker's hit novel, and produced by Oprah Winfrey. In 2006 it was nominated for 5 Outer Critics Circle Awards and 11 Tony Awards.