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Angela Robinson is Shug while Withers-Mendes is On-Leave (Jan 29, 2008)

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STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2005
Young Nettie [Replacement]

Mister's Daughter [Replacement]


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Angela Robinson is Shug while Withers-Mendes is On-Leave

Original The Color Purple Broadway cast member, Elisabeth Withers-Mendes, who has played the role of Shug Avery since the musical began performances at the Broadway Theatre in November 2005 and throughout its entire record-breaking run, will begin a hiatus from the role on Thursday, January 31, 2008. The Tony nominated actress will return to the role for the final two performances of The Color Purple on Sunday, February 24, 2008. Beginning on Friday, February 1, 2008, Angela Robinson assumes the role of Shug Avery while Withers-Mendes is on leave.

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How many Broadway shows has Ruby E. Crawford been in?

Ruby E. Crawford has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.

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Ruby E. Crawford has not appeared in the West End.

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