The Color Purple at Drury Lane Theatre

Dates: (9/13/2019 - 11/3/2019 )

Theatre:

Drury Lane Theatre

100 Drury Lane
Oakbrook Terrace,IL 60181

Phone: (630) 530-8300

Join the heroic journey of Celie, an African-American woman in the American South during the early 1900s as she navigates the love she has for her family, the strife of being in an abusive relationship, and her adoration for her beloved children. This heart-wrenching musical is based on the 1982 novel by Alice Walker and has earned nearly fifteen Tony Award nominations including two wins, one for the Best Revival of a Musical.

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Tony Awards and Nominations for The Color Purple

Year	Category
2006	Best Musical
2016	Best Revival of a Musical	Winner

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