The Color Purple

Based upon the novel written by Alice Walker and the Warner Bros./Amblin Entertainment Motion Picture
Book by Marsha Norman
Music and Lyrics by Brenda Russell, Allee Willis and Stephen Bray

Directed by Khanisha Foster
Musical Director Christie Chiles Twillie
Choreographed by Tanji Harper

November 5-14, 2026
Getz Theatre Center | 72 E. 11th Street Chicago, IL 60605 | Courtyard Theatre

The story of Celie, an abused young woman who finds her self-worth and independence with the help of strong women like her sister Nettie, her friend Sofia, and the singer Shug Avery.

PERFORMANCE DATES
Thursday, November 5th- 7:30PM (Preview)
Friday, November 6th - 7:30PM (Opening Night)
Saturday, November 7th - 2:00PM & 7:30pm
Wednesday, November 11th - 7:30 PM
Thursday, November 12th - 7:30 PM
Friday, November 13th - 7:30 PM
Saturday, November 14th- 2:00 PM (Final Performance)

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