New Stars for The Color Purple! The producers of THE COLOR PURPLE are pleased to announce that legendary eight-time Grammy Award winner Chaka Khan, four-time Grammy Award winner and gospel singer BeBe Winans, and 2007 “American Idol” finalist LaKisha Jones will make their Broadway debuts in the smash hit musical starting Wednesday, January 9, 2008, at the Broadway Theatre (1681 Broadway). Chaka Khan will play Sofia opposite BeBe Winans’ Harpo. Chaka’s highly anticipated new album, Funk This was released, September 25, 2007, and BeBe’s new album, Cherch will be released October 30, 2007. LaKisha Jones will play the Church Soloist, who opens the show with the rousing gospel number “Mysterious Ways” at all evening performances, and Sofia at all matinee performances. Please note: Ms. Jones’ first performance will be December 19, 2007, and will play the Church Soloist at all performances through January 6, 2008. THE COLOR PURPLE will begin its third year on Broadway November 1, 2007.
 
From Alice Walker's classic Pulitzer Prize-winning novel and the landmark film by Steven Spielberg comes a soul-stirring new musical. The Color Purple is an inspiring family saga that tells the unforgettable story of a woman who, through love, finds the strength to triumph over adversity and discover her unique voice in the world. With a moving book and a score featuring gospel, jazz, ragtime and the blues, The Color Purple is ultimately a story of hope, a testament to the healing power of love and a celebration of life.
 
Grammy Award winning composers and lyricists Brenda Russell, Allee Willis and Stephen Bray provide the music and lyrics, with a book by Marsha Norman and direction by Gary Griffin.
 
The Tour Ticket includes:

• R/T Transportation from Washington DC area.
• ORCHESTRA Tickets to the 2PM show!
• Free time before & after the show for shopping or dinner on your own.
• Discount coupons for Macy's and HMS Rest Stop in route to and from NYC.