Book by Marsha Norman

Music & Lyrics by Brenda Russell, Allee Willis, and Stephen Bray

Directed by Kyrus Keenan Westcott

This musical adaptation of Alice Walker’s Pulitzer Prize-winning novel follows Celie, a downtrodden young woman whose personal awakening over the course of her life forms the arc of this instant classic. Nominated for eleven Tony Awards, including Best Musical, Best Book, and Best Original Score, THE COLOR PURPLE is an inspiring story of hope, a testament to the healing power of love, and a celebration of life featuring a joyous score of jazz, ragtime, gospel, and blues.

SCHOOL / WEEKDAY MORNING MATINEE: Wednesday, February 15th @ 10AM. Please email RitzTheatreGroups@gmail.com to book a trip!