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Purlie at Hamilton Stage

Dates: (3/6/2025 - 3/23/2025 )

Theatre:

Hamilton Stage

American Theater Group

360 Hamilton Street
Rahway,NJ 07065

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American Theater Group proudly presents Purlie, a rousing 1970 adaptation of Ossie Davis’s comedic play Purlie Victorious about a traveling preacher who returns to his hometown in Georgia and concocts a scheme to reclaim his church. Nominated for five Tony Awards, including Best Musical,  the original Broadway production received Tony Awards for Best Performance by a Leading Actor (Cleavon Little as Purlie) and Best Performance by a Featured Actress (Melba Moore as Lutiebelle). Written by Ossie Davis, Philip Rose, and Peter Udell. Music by Gary Geld, with lyrics by Peter Udell. The production will be directed by Kenny Ingram.  All tickets are specially-priced at $40 if purchased by Jan. 31st. 

Tony Awards and Nominations for Purlie

Year Category
1970 Best Musical

Ages: teens through adult

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