A new stage adaptation of “Purple Rain” delivers strong ensemble work and flair, but its first-time leading actor can’t ...
What we saw at Wednesday’s premiere in Minneapolis differed from preview performances of the Broadway-aimed Prince production ...
After years of behind-the-scenes prep, three weeks of previews and the last-minute painting of downtown Minneapolis purple, ...
When the lights went down inside the State Theatre and the opening chords of “Let’s Go Crazy” rang out, it was clear ...
On Wednesday evening, “Purple Rain,” the musical adaptation of Prince’s semi-autobiographical movie officially opens at ...
Purple Rain” officially opens Nov. 5 and that’s when critics will weigh in on the show’s merits — but here are some observations from the first performance.
Dearly beloved - we are gathered here - to celebrate this thing called Prince. After being in previews for the last few weeks, Purple Rain, the musical, had its official world premier at the State ...
You can now get a first look at photos of the world premiere stage adaptation of the iconic film, PURPLE RAIN. The cast ...
The "Purple Rain " musical begins its run in Minneapolis Thursday. Why it matters: Minnesotans have a chance to experience this stage adaptation of Prince's Academy Award-winning love letter to his ...
In 1984, Purple Rain wasn’t just an album — it was a cultural earthquake. Prince, already a rising force in music, unleashed a soundtrack that blurred the lines between funk, rock, and R&B. The record ...
MINNEAPOLIS — Hey, check it all out! If you can't make it to one of the previously announced pre-Broadway "Purple Rain" shows, Hennepin Arts is giving you another shot to join the beautiful ones. The ...