Will The Color Purple Close?
Will The Color Purple Close?
brettcx5
Chorus Member Joined: 2/7/16
#1Will The Color Purple Close?
Posted: 10/8/16 at 3:21pm
It seems a little strange that ticket sales are only through January 8, and that's Holliday's last performance in the show. What is the likeliness that it will close January 8th?
I would be very upset if it closed..
#2When Will The Color Purple Close?
Posted: 10/8/16 at 3:32pm
It's likely unless Erivo extends again, but I doubt she does.
A Chorus Line revival played its final Broadway performance on August 17, 2008. The tour played its final performance on August 21, 2011. A new non-equity tour started in October 2012 played its final performance on March 23, 2013. Another non-equity tour launched on January 20, 2018. The tour ended its US run in Kansas City and then toured throughout Japan August & September 2018.
Cfried
Broadway Star Joined: 9/15/16
#3When Will The Color Purple Close?
Posted: 10/8/16 at 4:02pm
I'd assume THE COLOR PURPLE will close when Cynthia leaves. I hope that's not any time soon but unfortunately, I wouldn't be surprised if it is in January.
brettcx5
Chorus Member Joined: 2/7/16
#4When Will The Color Purple Close?
Posted: 10/8/16 at 4:17pm
Cfried said: "I'd assume THE COLOR PURPLE will close when Cynthia leaves. I hope that's not any time soon but unfortunately, I wouldn't be surprised if it is in January.
"I really hope she does extend, but it seems really odd that they are just selling until the 8th.
#5When Will The Color Purple Close?
Posted: 10/13/16 at 10:34am
http://www.broadway.com/buzz/186321/a-church-lady-will-step-center-stage-carrie-compere-to-replace-danielle-brooks-in-the-color-purple/
No closing announced yet.
Caption: Every so often there was a rare moment of perfect balance when I soared above him.
#6When Will The Color Purple Close?
Posted: 10/13/16 at 10:39am
It will close. However, at this time, no one knows when that will happen. It might be months, it might be years...
neonlightsxo
Broadway Legend Joined: 7/29/08
#7When Will The Color Purple Close?
Posted: 10/13/16 at 10:47am
Everything closes eventually. Except Phantom.
brian1973
Leading Actor Joined: 2/1/14
#8When Will The Color Purple Close?
Posted: 10/13/16 at 3:24pm
I suspect it will close. Groundhog Day was going to go in there but moved theatres when Jersey B announced its closure as it was more desirable.
Tag
Broadway Legend Joined: 11/19/05
#9When Will The Color Purple Close?
Posted: 10/13/16 at 7:49pm
They said on Live@5 today on broadway.com that it will be closing in Jan. It caught me off guard because I wasn't sure that was official. A slip of the tongue by them?!
whatdoesntkillme
Featured Actor Joined: 8/15/16
#11When Will The Color Purple Close?
Posted: 10/13/16 at 8:30pm
whatdoesntkillme said: "It hasn't recouped, has it?
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no, but I would have to imagine it must be close. And with Brooks leaving the show on Nov. 13 and not being replaced with a "name" adds something to the Jan. 8 closing date.
A Chorus Line revival played its final Broadway performance on August 17, 2008. The tour played its final performance on August 21, 2011. A new non-equity tour started in October 2012 played its final performance on March 23, 2013. Another non-equity tour launched on January 20, 2018. The tour ended its US run in Kansas City and then toured throughout Japan August & September 2018.
Notreallysilent 2
Broadway Star Joined: 12/12/15
#12When Will The Color Purple Close?
Posted: 10/18/16 at 3:24pm
Do you know what's weird. They posted a cast notice for the show for major roles. Does this show anything or do you think the show will still close on January 8th?
TheGingerBreadMan
Broadway Legend Joined: 12/7/12
#13When Will The Color Purple Close?
Posted: 10/18/16 at 4:06pm
I believe that Equity requires shows to have auditions every so often even if they have no intention of recasting, so that might not mean anything.
neonlightsxo
Broadway Legend Joined: 7/29/08
#14When Will The Color Purple Close?
Posted: 10/18/16 at 4:17pm
TheGingerBreadMan said: "I believe that Equity requires shows to have auditions every so often even if they have no intention of recasting, so that might not mean anything. "
Correct.
#15When Will The Color Purple Close?
Posted: 10/18/16 at 4:37pm
TheGingerBreadMan said: "I believe that Equity requires shows to have auditions every so often even if they have no intention of recasting, so that might not mean anything. "
That's just mean!
Caption: Every so often there was a rare moment of perfect balance when I soared above him.
whatdoesntkillme
Featured Actor Joined: 8/15/16
#16When Will The Color Purple Close?
Posted: 10/18/16 at 10:27pm
On a similar note, will this production tour? Thoughts?
trpguyy
Broadway Legend Joined: 2/25/05
#17When Will The Color Purple Close?
Posted: 10/18/16 at 10:35pm
Yes. Troika will be managing the tour next season.
Wardrobe Mistress
Swing Joined: 8/31/16
#18When Will The Color Purple Close?
Posted: 10/19/16 at 2:46pm
https://youtu.be/1iUJA0Li3Gw
At 2:20. Carrie will take over the role of Sophia for the last two months of the run.
#19When Will The Color Purple Close?
Posted: 10/19/16 at 3:17pm
Wardrobe Mistress said: "https://youtu.be/1iUJA0Li3Gw
At 2:20. Carrie will take over the role of Sophia for the last two months of the run."
Wonder what's Paul's BWW screenname is. :)
Caption: Every so often there was a rare moment of perfect balance when I soared above him.
#20When Will The Color Purple Close?
Posted: 10/24/16 at 3:49pm
https://www.broadwayworld.com/article/THE-COLOR-PURPLE-to-Welcome-New-Mister-on-Broadway-20161024
"Beginning performances Tuesday, November 15, Nathaniel Stampley will assume the role of Mister. Isaiah Johnson, who originated the role, will give his final performance on Sunday, November 13."
Still no word about closing, or Cynthia's last date.
Caption: Every so often there was a rare moment of perfect balance when I soared above him.
dance noone watchin
Swing Joined: 5/23/16
#21When Will The Color Purple Close?
Posted: 10/24/16 at 9:30pm
Wow, who is going to be left on January 8th? I am planning to be there. As long as Cynthia is there, I’m good. However, I am disappointed that Isaiah Johnson won't be there. I saw TCP twice with him and once without him, and seeing it without him made me appreciate how much his performance contributed to the show. He brings the intensity and heart needed for Mister. For me, he is one to follow. The original TCP cast (plus Heather) – lot of talent.
#22When Will The Color Purple Close?
Posted: 10/24/16 at 9:54pm
Apparently Bandstand is taking over. I also wonder if it will recoup.
#23When Will The Color Purple Close?
Posted: 10/24/16 at 9:54pm
Wardrobe Mistress said: "https://youtu.be/1iUJA0Li3Gw
At 2:20. Carrie will take over the role of Sophia for the last two months of the run.
Is there a more irritating individual than Paul Wontorek?
#24When Will The Color Purple Close?
Posted: 10/25/16 at 12:10am
What? I really like Paul :O
I really think he's responsible for Broadway.com's "we are a cheerleader for every show" approach *. He's a genuine fan boy himself, and frankly - his interviews show sides of his guests we don't often get to see because of how comfortable he makes them feel. We could use more people like him in the industry. You can tell he has his opinions (good and bad) but he very consciously does not share negative opinions, which is impressive because how easy it is to do that in theater.
* - I know Broadway.com tacks on crazy service fees on top of tickets - but that's their biggest revenue source.
Update - no, I don't work for Bway.com haha.
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Updated On: 10/25/16 at 12:10 AM
whatdoesntkillme
Featured Actor Joined: 8/15/16
#25When Will The Color Purple Close?
Posted: 10/25/16 at 1:10am
Not to turn this into a thread all about him, but Paul Wontorek is a grade A creep. Lots of his Show People interviews with "Broadway hunks" get so nasty and uncomfortable, especially his lust for Aaron Tveit. And many of his interviews consist of him reading credits from actors' Wikipedia pages and having them respond, rather then delving into actual questions. And while he may not always state his opinions outright, any contempt of his shines right through the things he says, in terms of which shows get his attention and how he talks about shows/people.
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