Alice Walker
Birth Place: Eatonton, GA, USA
Latest News on Alice Walker:
Mississippi Museum Of Art to Present 'Photography And The Black Arts Movement, 1955–1985' (May 7, 2026)
Zach Theatre Announces 2026/2027 Season (May 7, 2026)
LIBERATION, THE COLOR PURPLE, and More Set For Zach Theater 2026-27 Season (May 6, 2026)
Mississippi Museum Of Art to Present 'Photography And The Black Arts Movement, 1955–1985' (May 7, 2026)
Zach Theatre Announces 2026/2027 Season (May 7, 2026)
LIBERATION, THE COLOR PURPLE, and More Set For Zach Theater 2026-27 Season (May 6, 2026)
Photos
Allee Willis ( Composer ) attends a sneak Peek of the New Broadway Musical THE COLOR PURPLE - A NEW MUSICAL at the 42ns Street Studios in New York City.
The soul-stirring New Musical presented by Oprah Winfrey, from the Alice Walker classic Pulitzer Prize winning novel and Steven Speilberg Film, will play at the Broadway Theatre.
October 12, 2005
Date:
12/26/2019
From: Photo Coverage: Remembering Multi-Platinum Songwriter Allee Willis
Jennifer Hudson, Cynthia Erivo, Allee Willis, Marsha Norman, Alice Walker, John Doyle with cast during the Broadway Opening Night Performance Curtain Call for 'The Color Purple' at the Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre on December 10, 2015 in New York City.
Date:
12/26/2019
From: Photo Coverage: Remembering Multi-Platinum Songwriter Allee Willis
Jennifer Hudson, Cynthia Erivo, Allee Willis, Marsha Norman, Alice Walker, John Doyle with cast during the Broadway Opening Night Performance Curtain Call for 'The Color Purple' at the Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre on December 10, 2015 in New York City.
Date:
12/26/2019
From: Photo Coverage: Remembering Multi-Platinum Songwriter Allee Willis
Productions
Writing
Source Material
Videos
Video: Watch Brittney Mack Perform 'The Color Purple' at the Goodman Theatre
by Michael Major - 2025-07-16 12:53:26
Video: Inside Rehearsals For THE COLOR PURPLE at the Goodman Theatre
by Michael Major - 2025-06-18 16:41:00
Video: First Look At Theater Latté Da's Production Of THE COLOR PURPLE
by Joshua Wright - 2024-04-10 15:00:27
Watch the First 10 Minutes of THE COLOR PURPLE With Whoopi Goldberg, 'Mysterious Ways' & More
by Michael Major - 2024-01-22 13:55:37
Video: Watch Fantasia's 'Superpower (I)' Music Video From THE COLOR PURPLE
by Michael Major - 2024-01-12 16:05:51
Interview: THE COLOR PURPLE Director Blitz Bazawule Breaks Down Fantasia's 'I'm Here' & More Musical Moments From the Film
by Michael Major - 2023-12-12 15:31:24
Video: Watch New Clips of 'Hell No,' 'Mysterious Ways,' and 'Push Da Button' from THE COLOR PURPLE
by Blair Ingenthron - 2023-11-26 09:18:14
Video: Halle Bailey Sings 'Huckleberry Pie' From THE COLOR PURPLE with Phylicia Pearl Mpasi
by Michael Major - 2023-11-24 13:31:28
Video: Watch a New THE COLOR PURPLE Movie Musical Trailer With Taraji P. Henson Singing 'Push Da Button'
by Michael Major - 2023-10-10 09:11:51
Video: Watch THE COLOR PURPLE Movie Musical Trailer With Fantasia Barrino, Halle Bailey & More
by Michael Major - 2023-05-22 16:04:41
Photos & Video: Go Inside Rehearsals for THE COLOR PURPLE UK Tour
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2022-08-25 15:00:15
VIDEO: The Cast Of THE COLOR PURPLE at Signature Theatre Sings Title Song
by Alan Henry - 2022-08-09 09:30:36
DREAMGIRLS, SUNSET BOULEVARD & More Announced for North Carolina Theatre 2022-23 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2022-04-29 12:52:53
Exclusive: Get A First Listen To The Tour Cast Of THE COLOR PURPLE
by Alan Henry - 2019-10-03 12:38:06
VIDEO: Get A First Look At Drury Lane Theatre's THE COLOR PURPLE
by Alan Henry - 2019-09-25 15:23:06
News
Mississippi Museum Of Art to Present 'Photography And The Black Arts Movement, 1955–1985'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 7, 2026
The Mississippi Museum of Art will present Photography and the Black Arts Movement, 1955–1985, featuring approximately 150 works by over 100 artists, including Gordon Parks, Carrie Mae Weems, and Dawoud Bey, organized by the National Gallery of Art.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 7, 2026
The Mississippi Museum of Art will present Photography and the Black Arts Movement, 1955–1985, featuring approximately 150 works by over 100 artists, including Gordon Parks, Carrie Mae Weems, and Dawoud Bey, organized by the National Gallery of Art.
Zach Theatre Announces 2026/2027 Season
by Sabrina Wallace - May 7, 2026
On Tuesday night, Topfer Theatre was packed for Zach Theater’s 2026-2027 season announcement, and honestly, seeing that many people come out on a school night to celebrate regional theatre felt wonderful. The energy in the room was electric. Austin showed up for the arts.
by Sabrina Wallace - May 7, 2026
On Tuesday night, Topfer Theatre was packed for Zach Theater’s 2026-2027 season announcement, and honestly, seeing that many people come out on a school night to celebrate regional theatre felt wonderful. The energy in the room was electric. Austin showed up for the arts.
LIBERATION, THE COLOR PURPLE, and More Set For Zach Theater 2026-27 Season
by Stephi Wild - May 6, 2026
Zach Theater announced its 2026-27 season, including the Pulitzer Prize-winning play LIBERATION, PETER PAN GOES WRONG, THE COLOR PURPLE, and DISNEY'S THE LITTLE MERMAID, plus a three-season trilogy of works by women playwrights.
by Stephi Wild - May 6, 2026
Zach Theater announced its 2026-27 season, including the Pulitzer Prize-winning play LIBERATION, PETER PAN GOES WRONG, THE COLOR PURPLE, and DISNEY'S THE LITTLE MERMAID, plus a three-season trilogy of works by women playwrights.
THE COLOR PURPLE Closes Theatre Charlotte's 98th Season
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 29, 2026
Theatre Charlotte will present THE COLOR PURPLE, based on Alice Walker's Pulitzer Prize-winning novel, featuring a cast of 23 local artists directed by Tony Award recipient Corey Mitchell.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 29, 2026
Theatre Charlotte will present THE COLOR PURPLE, based on Alice Walker's Pulitzer Prize-winning novel, featuring a cast of 23 local artists directed by Tony Award recipient Corey Mitchell.
PETER PAN GOES WRONG and THE COLOR PURPLE Set for Zach Theater 2026-2027 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 31, 2026
Zach Theater (Zach) has announcef two of the 2026-2027 Season titles in addition to the return of Austin's hottest holiday tradition, Dave Steakley's adaptation of A Christmas Carol.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 31, 2026
Zach Theater (Zach) has announcef two of the 2026-2027 Season titles in addition to the return of Austin's hottest holiday tradition, Dave Steakley's adaptation of A Christmas Carol.
Photos: THE COLOR PURPLE at Chromolume Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Mar 16, 2026
Chromolume Theatre is now presenting the first production of its 2026 Season of Musicals — A Season of Identity and Expression — The Color Purple. Check out photos from the show here!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 16, 2026
Chromolume Theatre is now presenting the first production of its 2026 Season of Musicals — A Season of Identity and Expression — The Color Purple. Check out photos from the show here!
Review: THE COLOR PURPLE by Chromolume Theatre at The Zephyr
by Shari Barrett - Mar 16, 2026
Directed magnificently by Elijah Green, with energetic choreography by Katie Powers-Faulk and musical direction by Miki Yokomizo, the totally entertaining and artistically brilliant production pulled me in from the moment it started.
by Shari Barrett - Mar 16, 2026
Directed magnificently by Elijah Green, with energetic choreography by Katie Powers-Faulk and musical direction by Miki Yokomizo, the totally entertaining and artistically brilliant production pulled me in from the moment it started.
Whoopi Goldberg Documentary In Development; Will Spotlight THE WHOOPI MONOLOGUES
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 10, 2026
A new 'definitive' documentary is in the works about stage and screen performer Whoopi Goldberg from two-time Academy Award-nominated filmmaker Geeta Gandbhir.
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 10, 2026
A new 'definitive' documentary is in the works about stage and screen performer Whoopi Goldberg from two-time Academy Award-nominated filmmaker Geeta Gandbhir.
Exclusive: John Doyle Looks Back on Reimagining THE COLOR PURPLE and Casting Cynthia Erivo in Excerpt from New Book
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 29, 2026
In his first book, Opening Doors: Reimagining the American Musical, John Doyle reflects on the 50-year theatrical journey taken by a boy who never dreamt it could happen to him. Through simply working at his craft and trying to earn a living he gained a reputation for thinking outside of the box and is credited with helping create a new art form – that of actor-musician led musical theatre. Read an excerpt here!
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 29, 2026
In his first book, Opening Doors: Reimagining the American Musical, John Doyle reflects on the 50-year theatrical journey taken by a boy who never dreamt it could happen to him. Through simply working at his craft and trying to earn a living he gained a reputation for thinking outside of the box and is credited with helping create a new art form – that of actor-musician led musical theatre. Read an excerpt here!
THE COLOR PURPLE Comes to the Chromolume Theatre at the Zephyr
by Stephi Wild - Jan 22, 2026
Chromolume Theatre has announced the first production of its 2026 Season of Musicals — A Season of Identity and Expression — The Color Purple. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Jan 22, 2026
Chromolume Theatre has announced the first production of its 2026 Season of Musicals — A Season of Identity and Expression — The Color Purple. Learn more here!
Chromolume Theatre at The Zephyr Unveils 2026 Season Lineup
by Stephi Wild - Jan 12, 2026
The Chromolume Theatre has announced its 2026 season of musicals at The Zephyr on Melrose in Los Angeles. Themed as a season of identify and expression, it will kick off in March with The Color Purple
by Stephi Wild - Jan 12, 2026
The Chromolume Theatre has announced its 2026 season of musicals at The Zephyr on Melrose in Los Angeles. Themed as a season of identify and expression, it will kick off in March with The Color Purple
Mosaic Theater Company Honors George Vradenburg, Andy Shallal, and Susan Clampitt at The Spark 2026 Benefit
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 6, 2026
Mosaic Theater Company's benefit The Spark 2026 will honor philanthropist and civic leader George Vradenburg for his dedication to new play development and emerging female writers; and entrepreneur and philanthropist Andy Shallal for his commitment to art and activism.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 6, 2026
Mosaic Theater Company's benefit The Spark 2026 will honor philanthropist and civic leader George Vradenburg for his dedication to new play development and emerging female writers; and entrepreneur and philanthropist Andy Shallal for his commitment to art and activism.
Musica Viva Brings an Evening of Sacred Songs to All Souls NYC
by Stephi Wild - Jan 5, 2026
New York City's leading chamber choir, Musica Viva NY, will present EL CAMINO: Talbot, Casals and Victoria, a one-night only winter concert on the Upper East Side at All Souls NYC.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 5, 2026
New York City's leading chamber choir, Musica Viva NY, will present EL CAMINO: Talbot, Casals and Victoria, a one-night only winter concert on the Upper East Side at All Souls NYC.
THE COLOR PURPLE to Run at the California Theatre
by Gillian Blum - Dec 21, 2025
Pittsburg Theatre Company kicks off its 2026 season with The Color Purple, running January 30 to February 8 at the California Theatre in Pittsburg, CA. The show then goes on the road to the Martinez Campbell Theatre performing February 13 to 22.
by Gillian Blum - Dec 21, 2025
Pittsburg Theatre Company kicks off its 2026 season with The Color Purple, running January 30 to February 8 at the California Theatre in Pittsburg, CA. The show then goes on the road to the Martinez Campbell Theatre performing February 13 to 22.
THE COLOR PURPLE to be Presented at Urban Arts Collective
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 12, 2025
Urban Arts Collective will present The Color Purple, a musical reimagined through the lens of female power and perspective. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 12, 2025
Urban Arts Collective will present The Color Purple, a musical reimagined through the lens of female power and perspective. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Video: Watch Brittney Mack Perform 'The Color Purple' at the Goodman Theatre
by Michael Major - Jul 16, 2025
Watch Brittney Mack and the cast of The Color Purple perform the reprise of the title song in The Goodman Theatre's production. Check out the video now!
by Michael Major - Jul 16, 2025
Watch Brittney Mack and the cast of The Color Purple perform the reprise of the title song in The Goodman Theatre's production. Check out the video now!
Video: THE COLOR PURPLE at Goodman Theatre, Now Extended Through August 3
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 2, 2025
A new production of THE COLOR PURPLE brings Alice Walker's dynamic work to the Goodman stage, now through August 3! Watch a video montage from the production!
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 2, 2025
A new production of THE COLOR PURPLE brings Alice Walker's dynamic work to the Goodman stage, now through August 3! Watch a video montage from the production!
Review: THE COLOR PURPLE at Goodman Theatre
by Rachel Weinberg - Jul 1, 2025
Though THE COLOR PURPLE has a fair share of tragedy, the ending is heartwarming, celebratory, and puts a pin in Celie’s story — and with Brittney Mack at the lead, this musical makes that range of emotions land.
by Rachel Weinberg - Jul 1, 2025
Though THE COLOR PURPLE has a fair share of tragedy, the ending is heartwarming, celebratory, and puts a pin in Celie’s story — and with Brittney Mack at the lead, this musical makes that range of emotions land.
THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG and more lead Seattle’s 2025 Summer offerings
by Jay Irwin - Jun 30, 2025
It may be hot out and that bright ball may be up in the sky (I think it’s called the Sun), but there are still some amazing shows coming to Seattle and surrounding areas. Check out some of these killer shows, especially since I believe all the theaters have air conditioning.
by Jay Irwin - Jun 30, 2025
It may be hot out and that bright ball may be up in the sky (I think it’s called the Sun), but there are still some amazing shows coming to Seattle and surrounding areas. Check out some of these killer shows, especially since I believe all the theaters have air conditioning.
THE COLOR PURPLE Extends Through Early August at Goodman Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 26, 2025
The Color Purple will present a six-performance extension at Goodman Theatre. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets to the extended run here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 26, 2025
The Color Purple will present a six-performance extension at Goodman Theatre. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets to the extended run here!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Alice Walker written?
Alice Walker has written 1 shows including The Color Purple (Source Material).
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