The Color Purple’s musical incarnation, adapted from Alice Walker’s Pulitzer Prize-winning novel (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.
Score by: Brenda Russell, Allee Willis, Stephen Bray
Written By: Marsha Norman
Dates: June 10-12; 17-19, 2022
Times: 7:30, 8:00 & 2:30
Venue: CSPS Hall - 1103 3rd St SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52401
Directed by: Brian Glick
Musical Direction by: Cameron Sullenberger
Choreographer: Mike Weaver
a two act musical drama Running time is approximately 2 hours and 35 minutes, including one intermission.
Rated PG-13
This show contains sexual and physical violence. It is recommended for teens and adults.
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Wesley Hodges
as Harpo
Shawn Nelson
as Buster/Ensemble
Treashana Baker
as Celie
Alicia Monee
as Shug Avery
Erica Faye
as Sofia
Frederick Webb
as Mister
Frederick Alphonso
as Pa/Ol’ Mister
Breyannah Tillman
as Church Lady Jarene
Cameron Byrd
as Grady/Buddy/Ensemble
Jerquintez Gipson
as Preacher/Guard/Adam
Shelby Sykes
as Church lady Doris/Church Soloist/Olivia
Precious Kimbrough
as Nettie
Alawna Mallory
as Squeak/Ensemble
DeNesha McAllister Jones
as Church Lady Darlene
Mike Weaver
as Choreographer
Show Sponsors
UFG Insurance -
Cedar Rapids Bank and Trust -
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Sponsor Cedar Rapids Bank and Trust -
Transportation Sponsor Cassill Motors -
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Revival Theatre Company
329 10th Ave SE
Cedar Rapids, IA 52401 Suite 005
Brian Glick
Artistic Director
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