42 years to the day since Prince’s legendary film premiered, and three weeks since the album re-entered the Billboard 200, producer Orin Wolf is thrilled to announce that the stage adaptation of PURPLE RAIN is coming to Broadway.
PURPLE RAIN will premiere next spring at the Majestic Theatre (245 W 44th Street), beginning previews on Friday, March 12, 2027, and officially opening on Monday, April 12, 2027.
Tickets will go on sale this September at Telecharge. Casting for the production will be announced at a later date.
Experience Prince’s legacy live on stage at Broadway’s Majestic Theatre in PURPLE RAIN, the electrifying new musical based on the Grammy®-winning album and Oscar®-winning film, featuring over 20 of his iconic hits, including “When Doves Cry,” “I Would Die 4 U,” "Take Me with You," and "The Beautiful Ones."
Minneapolis, 1984. A new era of music television is creating overnight stars. A magnetic young performer known as “The Kid” seems like the perfect frontman to lead his bandmates to stardom. But when his past threatens everything he's built, he’ll have to sing his way out of the darkness and into the spotlight where he belongs.
The stage adaptation of PURPLE RAIN features music by Prince, direction by Tony®️-nominated director Saheem Ali (Buena Vista Social Club), a book by playwright and screenwriter Peter Duchan (Dogfight), a music team led by Tony®️ Award winner Jason Michael Webb (MJ the Musical), and choreography by Emmy®️ Award winner Ebony Williams (Sneakerella; additional choreography for the Renaissance World Tour).
Bobby Z and Morris Hayes, both of whom worked with Prince for years as bandmates and musical collaborators, serve the production as Music Advisers.
“Prince is, without doubt, one of the rarest, most brilliant musicians we've ever had," said producer Orin Wolf. "What he accomplished with PURPLE RAIN in 1984 — the song, the album and the film — is a testament to the art of making music and showcases it at the highest level. Having worked with Saheem Ali on Buena Vista Social Club, I've seen how he prioritizes serving the music, and I can't wait to watch him, Peter Duchan, Ebony Williams, and Jason Michael Webb use Prince's legendary music as the engine for this new production. It will be every bit as exciting for audiences today as it was when we first heard these songs on our boom boxes."
“Prince was an icon and PURPLE RAIN is iconic; one of the best musical films of my generation. I watched it as a teenager in Kenya and though I was appropriately scandalized, it never left me, especially the music,” said director Saheem Ali. “I am honored to join the PURPLE RAIN family and help carry this story forward. Our aim is not only to honor the legacy that Prince built, but to make his timeless music feel urgent and alive, passing it on to the next generation of fans who will make it their own.”
“Prince gave us the blueprint for this story, and our job has been to make sure his voice and music lead the show and to celebrate his remarkable legacy,” said book writer Peter Duchan. “It’s a privilege to help bring this story to the stage, and we’re all excited to share it with fans of the film and the album around the world.”
"Prince's music has been one of my greatest teachers for as long as I can remember. For me, helping to translate PURPLE RAIN for the Broadway stage isn't about recreating what already exists; it's about honoring the spirit, fearlessness, and musical genius that made it timeless,” said Jason Michael Webb. “Working alongside Bobby Z and Morris Hayes has been one of the most meaningful parts of this process. Their stories, their memories, and their understanding of how Prince worked have shaped so many conversations in the room. It's a constant reminder that we're here to honor the music first. If we stay true to that, I believe audiences, whether they've loved Prince for decades or are discovering him for the first time, will feel that love and respect. We want to make something that longtime fans recognize as true to his spirit while giving new audiences a chance to experience just how extraordinary this music really is."
“It’s been a real gift to dive into the world of PURPLE RAIN,” said choreographer Ebony Williams. “Prince is an icon who defined an era of pop music – my goal in creating the movement for the musical is simply to try and celebrate the essence of what made Prince, this film, and this music legendary.”
The Broadway production of PURPLE RAIN will feature scenic design by Tony Award-winner David Zinn; video & projection design by Nathan Amzi and Joe Ransom; costume design by Montana Levi Blanco; lighting design by Tony Award-winner Justin Townsend; sound design by Gareth Owen; hair and wig design by Cookie Jordan; and makeup design by Kyle Krueger. Casting is by The TRC Company and the Production Stage Manager is Amanda Spooner.