'Purple Rain' Stage Adaptation Set for 2025 Premiere in Minneapolis

The musical, directed by Lileana Blain-Cruz, will bring Prince's legacy back to his hometown.

The stage adaptation of Prince's iconic film and album 'Purple Rain' will premiere in Minneapolis in spring 2025.
Directed by Tony Award nominee Lileana Blain-Cruz, the musical will feature a book by Branden Jacobs-Jenkins.
The musical will debut at the Hennepin Theatre Trust's State Theatre as part of its 2024-2025 season.
'Purple Rain' tells the story of The Kid, a musician in the Minneapolis club scene, dealing with life's challenges.
Prince, who passed away in 2016, had discussed adapting 'Purple Rain' for the stage for years.