The Color Purple at State of The Arts Productions

The Color Purple is an inspiring family saga that tells the unforgettable story of a woman who, through love, finds the strength to triumph over adversity and discover her unique voice in the world.
This musical adaptation of the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel by Alice Walker, (and the popular 1985 Steven Spielberg film) spotlights Celie, a downtrodden young woman whose personal awakening over the course of 40 years forms the arc of this epic story.
With a joyous score featuring jazz, ragtime, gospel, African music and blues, The Color Purple is a story of hope, a testament to the healing power of love and a celebration of life. It was nominated for eleven 2006 Tony Awards, including Best Musical, Best Book, and Best Original Score

Authors

• Alice Walker
• Allee Willis
• Amblin Entertainment Inc.
• Brenda Russell
• Marsha Norman
• Regina Taylor
• Stephen Bray
• Warner Brothers

Tony Awards and Nominations for The Color Purple