Michigan Alumni Day at "The Color Purple"
Sunday, June 1
Fox Theatre, Detroit                

Nominated for 11 Tony Awards, including Best Musical, "The Color Purple" is based on the classic Pulitzer Prize-winning novel by Alice Walker and the moving film by Steven Spielberg. It is the unforgettable and inspiring story of a woman named Celie, who finds the strength to triumph over adversity, and discover her unique voice in the world. With a joyous Grammy-nominated score featuring gospel, jazz, pop and the blues, "The Color Purple" is about hope and the healing power of love.

Meet an Actor at an Exclusive Pre-Show Reception

At Michigan Alumni Day at "The Color Purple," you can gather with fellow U-M alumni before the show for a special brunch.  Cast member, Rufus Bonds, Jr. will join us and talk about what it’s like to be part of this powerful performance.

Rufus Bonds, Jr. performed the role of Mufasa in Julie Taymor’s Broadway production of“The Lion King”.   Bonds has been recognized for his work in the Los Angeles premier of “Because They Have No Words”, directed by Emilie Beck, and for his portrayal of Jim in the Los Angeles Deaf West production of Big River.  He has worked with such greats as Stephen Sondheim in “Merrily We Roll Along”, William Finn in “Romance in Hard Times” and Harold Prince in “Parade”, for which Bonds was nominated for both the Drama Desk and the FANY Award.  

After brunch, enjoy the 1 p.m. matinee of "The Color Purple" at special discounted prices. Order your tickets now!

Special Savings for AAUM Members

Pre-performance Alumni Brunch on the mezzanine at the Fox Theatre: 11:30 a.m. (brunch only available with performance ticket purchase)
Member brunch event price $20
Nonmember brunch event price $30

The Color Purple Performance, 1 p.m.
Member ticket price $58.50 for $67.50 seats
Nonmember price $ 65 for $75 seats

Register now.
*Reservations for the pre-performance brunch are limited.

Map and parking information for the Fox Theatre: http://www.olympiaentertainment.com/venues/foxtheatre.jsp?dispPos=3