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‘Color Purple’ will play Atlanta again
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
“The Color Purple” is headed back South, where it all began.
Atlanta’s Theater of the Stars has confirmed that the national tour of the Oprah Winfrey-backed musical, based on the novel by Georgia-born Alice Walker, is coming to the Fox Theatre in summer 2008.
You may recall that “The Color Purple” had its world premiere at the Alliance Theatre in 2004 and moved to Broadway in 2005. Its Atlanta homecoming, July 15 through Aug. 3, will coincide with the National Black Arts Festival.
Tickets go on sale Nov. 18. (404-817-8700, www.ticketmaster.com)
After garnering mixed notices from the national press corps, “The Color Purple” was nominated for 11 Tony Awards. Ultimately, it won only one Tony, for lead actress LaChanze, who plays Walker’s downtrodden but ultimately triumphant heroine, Celie.
Atlanta casting is pending. It’s worth noting that “American Idol” winner Fantasia Barrino has been playing Celie on Broadway to tremendous crowd appeal.
Interestingly, the press release from the producer’s office in New York does not mention the show’s world premiere at the Alliance.
We’ll keep you posted.
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By Tracey Jarvis
November 7, 2007 2:52 PM | Link to this
Good I have been waiting for it to come back here, I seen it in 2005 here at the Alliance Theater and I love the show.
By a visitor
November 7, 2007 3:00 PM | Link to this
You “saw” it in 2005 and you love”d” the show.
By Eartha Kitt
November 7, 2007 3:51 PM | Link to this
I saw the show in New York about two weeks ago and it was F A B U L O U S !!
By liberalextremist
November 7, 2007 3:52 PM | Link to this
Can’t wait! I am very excited that it is coming back to ATL.
By Ms. Joy Lytch
November 7, 2007 4:30 PM | Link to this
Great show. I saw the show in July of this year on Broadway…AWESOME…AWESOME!!! A must see!
By itsmorenamorena
November 7, 2007 4:36 PM | Link to this
I saw it this past May, in Chicago. Michelle Williams played the role of Shug Avery. Enjoyed it tremendously :)
By Ms. Manners
November 7, 2007 4:42 PM | Link to this
It is tacky and rude to correct someone’s grammar (even if it is needed). You must be visiting from the North.
By Al
November 8, 2007 1:13 AM | Link to this
I’m headed to NYC to see “The Color Purple” this weekend. I’m sure I’ll buy tickets for one of the Atlanta shows as well. I loved the 2004 presentation at the Alliance.
By mc
November 8, 2007 6:34 AM | Link to this
It may be rude but our country’s grammar is quickly heading into the toilet. I say more should do the same and then maybe people will realize how stupid they sound!!
By A
November 8, 2007 8:08 AM | Link to this
Now, whys y’all argin’ bout grammah? Can’t ya unnerstand whats Imma sayin’? Come on, lighten up, it’s not that serious.
By Come On People!
November 8, 2007 8:23 AM | Link to this
You know, I’m a big fan and advocate of the use of proper grammar and I often shake my head in disappointment when I witness displays of improper speech. But far be it for me to let my stereotypical Northern roots show and correct someone and “let them know how stupid they sound” Even though it irritates me to no end, I guess coming off as a rude, pompous, pretentious ass with no joy or happiness in my life is worse than sounding stupid in my book. I’m just sayin’
By TDJ
November 8, 2007 9:09 AM | Link to this
The grammar correction thing is ridiculous. It’s just a blog, and not a job cover letter. Get over it.
I saw the show when it was originally here and I’ve seen it in NY. I’m glad it’s making a return for those who missed such a wonderful event.
By she-she
November 8, 2007 9:21 AM | Link to this
I saw the show in NYC w/LaChanze playing Celie and it was PHENOMENAL !!
By marknatl
November 8, 2007 10:12 AM | Link to this
since we are looking at the typo’s. “tickets go on sale Saturday, Nov. 18” uhmmm, my calender states the 18th is a Sunday
By marknatl
November 8, 2007 10:24 AM | Link to this
since we are on typos….”tickets go on sale Saturday, Nov. 18” uhmmm my calender states the 18th is Sunday ?
By Noelle
November 8, 2007 11:17 AM | Link to this
wow visitor since the show is presently running he / she could love the show and not love”d” the show. Anywhose my daughter and I are flying to NY next Friday to see the show and do some shopping. I am certain that I will see it here with friends as well.
By stupid is as stupid does
November 8, 2007 2:05 PM | Link to this
You know, some people did not attain an education that would allow them to always speak grammatically correct, and thus they do the best that they can. For individuals like “visitor” I suggest that you should get a life and stop tampering with others’. As long as the message that is being conveyed can be comprehended then all is well. Even if it can’t, get an INTERPRETER!!!
By MissP
November 8, 2007 2:46 PM | Link to this
That’s wonderful news…I’ve actually seen the Broadway Play w/Lachanze (1x) and with Fantasia (5x) and they were both INCREDIBLE!!! Too bad Fantasia’s run is up January 6, 2008 as I would have loved to see her in Atlanta. But I definitely will go to the one here in Atlanta when it comes to town!
By Rhett
November 8, 2007 3:55 PM | Link to this
I saw the ‘04 show in Atlanta. Awesome! Awesome! Awesome! Wish Fantasia were coming back with the show. :-(
(If any one’s having problems with grammar, please DON’T go see the show…the grammar is horrible! Wouldn’t want you jumping on stage correcting the performers now. LMOA…)
By shan
November 16, 2007 7:19 AM | Link to this
will fantasia be in the Color purple in Atlanta….i really want to hear her sing…….