Musical
Synopsis
Set in America’s Deep South during the 1930s, the story takes place in the southern United States and tells the forty years of a black woman’s life. In these 40 years, she endured the incredible oppression of men, and finally learned to defend herself and got a special gift. This is a story of hope: a testament to the healing power of love.
Awards
2017 Grammy Award:
Best Musical Theater Album
2017 Daytime Emmy Award:
Outstanding Musical Performance in a Daytime Program
(Cynthia Erivo and the Cast of The Color Purple on Today)
2016 Tony Award:
Best Revival of a Musical
Best Actress in a Musical(Cynthia Erivo)
2016 Drama Desk Award:
Outstanding Actress in a Musical(Cynthia Erivo)
Outstanding Director of a Musical(John Doyle)
2006 Tony Award:
Best Actress in a Musical(LaChanze)
Media Review
“A miracle on Broadway a glory to behold!”
——The New York Times
“Never was there such stamping, cheering, hooting, roaring and whistling…it rocks the house!”
——Times
“A musical with heart, spirit and soul.”
——The Guardian