Up on the Marquee: THE COLOR PURPLE
By: Walter McBride Jul. 31, 2015
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THE COLOR PURPLE, directed by Tony Award winner John Doyle, will begin preview performances on Tuesday, November 10 at the Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre (242 West 45th street) and will officially open on Thursday, December 10. Check out photos of the marquee below!
ISAIAH JOHNSON (The Merchant of Venice, Peter and the Starcatcher) will play the role of 'Mister;' JOAQUINA KALUKANGO (Encores! Wild Party, Holler If Ya Hear Me) will appear as 'Nettie;' and KYLE SCATLIFFE (LES MISERABLES) will take on the role of 'Harpo' opposite the previously announced JENNIFER HUDSON, CYNTHIA ERIVO, and DANIELLE BROOKS in this acclaimed staging from London'sMenier Chocolate Factory. CYNTHIA ERIVO is appearing with the support of Actors' Equity Association. The Producers gratefully acknowledge Actors' Equity Association for its assistance of this production.
Photo Credit: Walter McBride
Theatre Marquee unveiling 'The Color Purple' starring Cynthia Erivo and Jennifer Hudson with direction by John Doyle at the Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre on July 31, 2015 in New York City.
Theatre Marquee unveiling 'The Color Purple' starring Cynthia Erivo and Jennifer Hudson with direction by John Doyle at the Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre on July 31, 2015 in New York City.
Theatre Marquee unveiling 'The Color Purple' starring Cynthia Erivo and Jennifer Hudson with direction by John Doyle at the Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre on July 31, 2015 in New York City.
Theatre Marquee unveiling 'The Color Purple' starring Cynthia Erivo and Jennifer Hudson with direction by John Doyle at the Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre on July 31, 2015 in New York City.
Theatre Marquee unveiling 'The Color Purple' starring Cynthia Erivo and Jennifer Hudson with direction by John Doyle at the Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre on July 31, 2015 in New York City.
Theatre Marquee unveiling 'The Color Purple' starring Cynthia Erivo and Jennifer Hudson with direction by John Doyle at the Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre on July 31, 2015 in New York City.
Theatre Marquee unveiling 'The Color Purple' starring Cynthia Erivo and Jennifer Hudson with direction by John Doyle at the Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre on July 31, 2015 in New York City.
Theatre Marquee unveiling 'The Color Purple' starring Cynthia Erivo and Jennifer Hudson with direction by John Doyle at the Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre on July 31, 2015 in New York City.
Theatre Marquee unveiling 'The Color Purple' starring Cynthia Erivo and Jennifer Hudson with direction by John Doyle at the Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre on July 31, 2015 in New York City.
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