In a gutsy debut as The Kid, Kollins' musical chops are undeniable, channeling the passion, range, and splits of Prince. Also ...
Wednesday’s party was a VIP-style affair hosted by producers of “Purple Rain: The Musical” and Hennepin Arts, which operates ...
The best thing that happened during previews is Kris Kollins’ rapid development from timid amateur to captivating headliner.
Prince was mysterious, sexy. This adaptation of his 1984 film, onstage in Minneapolis, explains too much and comes off as disorienting.
In the heart of the city Prince put on the musical map, the legacy of one of Minneapolis' favorite sons takes center stage.
Participating in CDA ACT productions the past 10 years has made Charmaine Brown feel a little like Elsa from "Frozen." "I am very secretive about who knows my disability," Brown said Wednesday night.
Four days before the musical adaptation of “Purple Rain” goes into previews for a world premiere at Minneapolis’ State ...
It’s Veterans Day, and one local non-profit organization is marking the occasion with something truly special — the grand opening of a new veterans shelter dedicated to supporting houseless veterans ...
After several years in development and a six-month delay from its originally scheduled debut to work out creative details, the musical based on Prince’s iconic 1984 film and album “Purple Rain” opened ...
Story by Koji Uchida The scene where Reze sings "Jane Slept in the Church" has now been released! In stark contrast to the ...
There was a flourish of purple at the State Theater for the debut of a new musical adaptation of the performer’s 1984 movie in his hometown in Minnesota. There was a flourish of purple at the State ...