A stage adaptation of the 1984 Prince film 'Purple Rain' is set to open at the Majestic Theatre in New York in April 2027.
Key facts
- •The "Purple Rain" musical will feature over 20 of Prince's iconic songs.
- •The original 1984 soundtrack album won two Grammy Awards and an Academy Award for best original song score.
- •The show's creative team includes director Saheem Ali and writer Peter Duchan.
- •The musical was first staged in 2025 at the Hennepin Theatre Trust’s State Theatre in Minneapolis.
- •The original film soundtrack held the No. 1 spot on the Billboard 200 chart for 24 weeks.
A stage musical adaptation of the 1984 film "Purple Rain," starring Prince, is scheduled to debut on Broadway in 2027. The production will be held at the Majestic Theatre, with preview performances beginning on March 12, 2027, followed by an official opening night on April 12. Producers announced the project on the 42nd anniversary of the original film's release.
By the numbers
Production and Creative Team
The musical is directed by Saheem Ali, with a book written by Peter Duchan. The music team is led by Jason Michael Webb, and the choreography is by Ebony Williams. To ensure authenticity, the production includes music advisers Bobby Z and Morris Hayes, both of whom were long-time bandmates and collaborators of Prince. The show previously had a staging in 2025 at the State Theatre in Minneapolis.
Show Content and Legacy
The stage adaptation features more than 20 of Prince’s hits, including "When Doves Cry," "I Would Die 4 U," "Take Me With You," and "The Beautiful Ones." The plot follows a performer known as "The Kid" in 1984 Minneapolis as he navigates the rise of music television and personal challenges. The original 1984 film earned nearly $100 million at the global box office, and its soundtrack spent 24 weeks at No. 1 on the Billboard 200.
Timeline
- 1984The original film "Purple Rain" is released, marking Prince's film debut.
- 2025The musical is first staged at the State Theatre in Minneapolis.
- March 12, 2027Previews for the Broadway production begin at the Majestic Theatre.
- April 12, 2027The official opening night of the Broadway musical takes place.
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This article was independently rewritten by ManyPress editorial AI from reporting originally published by Variety.
