Prince’s ‘Purple Rain’ musical sets 2027 Broadway debut at Majestic Theatre
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The stage adaptation of Prince’s iconic 1984 film will feature more than 20 of his biggest hits and open on Broadway in April 2027.
Prince’s beloved film and album “Purple Rain” are headed to Broadway. Producers have announced that the stage musical will debut in 2027, bringing the legendary musician’s story and music to a new generation of theatergoers.
The musical, “Purple Rain,” will begin preview performances at New York’s Majestic Theatre on March 12, 2027, before officially opening on April 12, 2027. The announcement coincides with the 42nd anniversary of the 1984 film, which launched Prince’s acting career and became a global box office success. The production will feature more than 20 of Prince’s iconic songs, including “When Doves Cry,” “I Would Die 4 U,” “Take Me With You,” and “The Beautiful Ones.” According to the official synopsis, the story follows “The Kid,” a gifted young musician in 1984 Minneapolis who dreams of stardom while confronting personal struggles that threaten his future.
According to Variety, the Broadway production will be directed by Saheem Ali, with a book written by playwright and screenwriter Peter Duchan. Jason Michael Webb leads the music team, while Ebony Williams serves as choreographer. Prince’s longtime collaborators Bobby Z and Morris Hayes are also part of the production as music advisers. Ali reflected on Prince’s lasting impact, saying he first watched “Purple Rain” as a teenager in Kenya and hopes the stage adaptation will honor the artist’s legacy while introducing his music to a new generation of fans.
The musical was first staged in Minneapolis in 2025 at the historic State Theatre, located in Prince’s hometown. Released in 1984, “Purple Rain” earned nearly $100 million worldwide and became one of Prince’s defining works. Its soundtrack won two Grammy Awards, three American Music Awards, two Brit Awards, and an Academy Award for Best Original Song Score.
The album also spent 24 weeks at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart. Producers say the Broadway adaptation is designed to celebrate Prince’s artistry while preserving the fearless spirit that made “Purple Rain” a cultural landmark.