The soul-stirring musical is based on the classic Pulitzer Prize-winning novel by Alice Walker and the moving film by Steven Spielberg. Nominated for eleven Tony Awards, The Color Purple features a joyous Grammy-nominated score with jazz, gospel and blues throughout. Recommended for ages 10 and up.
- Alice Walker
- Allee Willis
- Amblin Entertainment Inc.
- Brenda Russell
- Marsha Norman
- Regina Taylor
- Stephen Bray
- Warner Brothers
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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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