Oprah Winfrey presents THE COLOR PURPLE
- August 25 - 30 2009
- Belk Theater130 North Tryon St.
Charlotte, NC 28202
Show Description
A soul-stirring musical based on the classic Pulitzer Prize-winning novel by Alice Walker and the Oscar-nominated film by Steven Spielberg. This is the unforgettable and inspiring story of a woman named Celie, who triumphs over tremendous odds to find joy in life and her true inner beauty. Nominated for eleven Tony® Awards, THE COLOR PURPLE is a landmark theatrical event. With a joyous GRAMMY®-nominated score featuring jazz, gospel and blues, THE COLOR PURPLE is capturing the hearts of young and old, and uniting audiences in a celebration of love. “A ROOF-RAISING STORY OF TRIUMPH!” writes Michael Kuchwara of the Associated Press. “A SOARING, EPIC TALE. It made a JOYFUL noise in my heart.” acclaims Richard Corliss of TIME.
Adult Content - appropriate for ages 10 and older.
Accessibility Notes
The Friday evening and Sunday matinee are audio described and interpreted.
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