Brenda Russell
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Photos
Allee Willis & Brenda Russell attending Opening Night performance reception for THE COLOR PURPLE starring Chaka Khan, BeBe Winans, LaKisha Jones & Zonya Love at the Broadway Theatre in New York City.
January 9, 2008
Date:
12/26/2019
From: Photo Coverage: Remembering Multi-Platinum Songwriter Allee Willis
Mitzvah Cast at after party - Lft to Rht: Alan Rosenberg, Elliott Gould, Frances Fisher, Rabbi Moshe J. Kushman, Lainie Kazan, Arnold McCuller, Brenda Russell, Randal Keith, Zane Buzby, Valerie Harper, David Siegel and Ed Asner
Date:
04/23/2012
From: Photo Flash: Survivor Mitzvah Project Celebrities Raise Thousands for Holocaust Survivors
Mitzvah Celebrity Reading cast Consul General of Israel, David Siegel, Alan Rosenberg, Valerie Harper, Arnold McCuller, Zane Buzby, Ed Asner, Frances Fisher, Lainie Kazan, Brenda Russell, Randal Keith and Elliott Gould
Date:
04/23/2012
From: Photo Flash: Survivor Mitzvah Project Celebrities Raise Thousands for Holocaust Survivors
Productions
Writing
Composer
Lyricist
Lyricist
Movies
American Hot Wax
[ 1978 ] Member of The Delights
[ 1978 ] Member of The Delights
Liberty Heights
[ 1999 ] Singer
[ 1999 ] Singer
The Color Purple
[ 2023 ] music and lyrics by
[ 2023 ] music and lyrics by
Awards and Nominations
Tony Awards - 2006 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre
Brenda Russell, The Color Purple
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
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: Harvey Fierstein Discusses Upcoming WE ARE HERE Concert on GMA3
by Michael Major - 2022-12-29 16:38:04
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
Exclusive: Get A First Listen To The Tour Cast Of THE COLOR PURPLE
by Alan Henry - 2019-10-03 12:38:06
VIDEO: Paper Mill Playhouse and THE COLOR PURPLE Celebrate Spirit Day 2018
by Stephi Wild - 2018-10-18 08:00:52
TV: Sing It, Celie! Watch THE COLOR PURPLE Tour Bring Down the House in Rehearsal
by TV - On the Road - 2017-09-21 10:14:33
VIDEO: Watch Marisha Wallace Lead THE COLOR PURPLE Concert Curtain Call
by Alan Henry - 2017-05-22 11:01:57
VIDEO: Exuberant Cynthia Erivo Accepts Grammy for Best Musical Theater Album
by Caryn Robbins - 2017-02-13 07:33:27
VIDEO: THE COLOR PURPLE's Danielle Brooks Brings Maya Angelou Poem to Life in Short Film
by BWW News Desk - 2016-06-28 18:52:44
VIDEO: Oprah Winfrey Talks Tonys & THE COLOR PURPLE on 'Live'
by Caryn Robbins - 2016-06-21 14:42:32
News
THE COLOR PURPLE, BONNIE & CLYDE to Headline Gretna Theatre's 100th Season
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 30, 2026
Gretna Theatre will mark its centennial with a mainstage season featuring THE COLOR PURPLE, BONNIE & CLYDE, STEEL MAGNOLIAS and Ken Ludwig's MORIARTY, alongside special events celebrating a century of live theatre in Mount Gretna, Pennsylvania.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 30, 2026
Gretna Theatre will mark its centennial with a mainstage season featuring THE COLOR PURPLE, BONNIE & CLYDE, STEEL MAGNOLIAS and Ken Ludwig's MORIARTY, alongside special events celebrating a century of live theatre in Mount Gretna, Pennsylvania.
Vanderbilt University and WE ARE HERE: SONGS FROM THE HOLOCAUST Unveil Multi-Year Partnership
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 28, 2026
Vanderbilt University will partner with the concert production WE ARE HERE: Songs from the Holocaust, opening the multi-year collaboration at the Segerstrom Center for the Arts.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 28, 2026
Vanderbilt University will partner with the concert production WE ARE HERE: Songs from the Holocaust, opening the multi-year collaboration at the Segerstrom Center for the Arts.
Listen: Cabaret Star Travis Moser Releases 'Get Here (Feat. Drew Wutke)'
by Josh Sharpe - May 22, 2026
Cabaret, concert and recording artist Travis Moser has released 'Get Here (Feat. Drew Wutke),' which was recorded live at The Laurie Beechman Theatre during his solo show, Mixtape, with special guest Charles Busch and music director Drew Wutke.
by Josh Sharpe - May 22, 2026
Cabaret, concert and recording artist Travis Moser has released 'Get Here (Feat. Drew Wutke),' which was recorded live at The Laurie Beechman Theatre during his solo show, Mixtape, with special guest Charles Busch and music director Drew Wutke.
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.
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.
Review: I'M HERE: BLACK BROADWAY at Signature Theatre
by Elliot Lanes - Mar 23, 2026
Besides being the premiere theatre for musicals in the DMV, Signature Theatre also has a highly successful cabaret series. For many years the series has highlighted all genres of music featuring top flight talent.
by Elliot Lanes - Mar 23, 2026
Besides being the premiere theatre for musicals in the DMV, Signature Theatre also has a highly successful cabaret series. For many years the series has highlighted all genres of music featuring top flight talent.
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.
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
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.
Review: SAILING: YACHT ROCK at Signature
by Roger Catlin - Jul 28, 2025
The Signature cabaret succeeds because it gets the irony. Even while they play up the captain’s hats, cold drinks and ocean sunsets that help frame the genre, they realize the era’s hits can be at once catchy and silly — a good mix for a summer night of entertainment.
by Roger Catlin - Jul 28, 2025
The Signature cabaret succeeds because it gets the irony. Even while they play up the captain’s hats, cold drinks and ocean sunsets that help frame the genre, they realize the era’s hits can be at once catchy and silly — a good mix for a summer night of entertainment.
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 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!
Video: Inside Rehearsals For THE COLOR PURPLE at the Goodman Theatre
by Michael Major - Jun 18, 2025
Watch a video from inside the rehearsal room of the Color Purple at the Goodman Theatre now! Brown’s 21-member company is led by prolific Chicago talent—including Brittney Mack as Celie.
by Michael Major - Jun 18, 2025
Watch a video from inside the rehearsal room of the Color Purple at the Goodman Theatre now! Brown’s 21-member company is led by prolific Chicago talent—including Brittney Mack as Celie.
THE COLOR PURPLE to Begin This Weekend at Goodman Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 18, 2025
The Color Purple the musical bursts onto the Goodman stage this weekend, directed by Lili-Anne Brown, with music direction by Jermaine Hill and choreography by Breon Arzell. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 18, 2025
The Color Purple the musical bursts onto the Goodman stage this weekend, directed by Lili-Anne Brown, with music direction by Jermaine Hill and choreography by Breon Arzell. Learn how to purchase tickets.
THE COLOR PURPLE Launches The Carnegie's 2025-26 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 16, 2025
The Carnegie kicks off its 2025-26 musical theatre season with THE COLOR PURPLE, running June 27 – July 6. Based on the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel by Alice Walker and adapted for the stage by Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winner Marsha Norman, with music and lyrics by Brenda Russell, Allee Willis, and Stephen Bray.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 16, 2025
The Carnegie kicks off its 2025-26 musical theatre season with THE COLOR PURPLE, running June 27 – July 6. Based on the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel by Alice Walker and adapted for the stage by Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winner Marsha Norman, with music and lyrics by Brenda Russell, Allee Willis, and Stephen Bray.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Brenda Russell written?
Brenda Russell has written 1 shows including The Color Purple (Composer).
What awards has Brenda Russell been nominated for?
and Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for The Color Purple.
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