THE COLOR PURPLE Box Office Numbers Fall After Christmas Opening
by Blair Ingenthron
- Jan 7, 2024
The Color Purple made an estimated $4.8 million from 3,218 theaters in the United States and Canada this weekend. This puts the film in seventh place at the box office, behind George Clooney’s “The Boys in the Boat,' which is open at only 2,687 theaters.
Why Oprah Didn't Make a Cameo in THE COLOR PURPLE Movie Musical
by Michael Major
- Dec 28, 2023
Oprah Winfrey is opening up about the surprise cameo in The Color Purple and why she didn't make one herself. While she turned down a potential appearance in the film, the media mogul thinks that Whoopi Goldberg's cameo is 'more special' in the film.
THE COLOR PURPLE Hits $25 Million at the Box Office
by Michael Major
- Dec 27, 2023
The Color Purple has hit $25 million at the box office, building on its impressive $18 million debut. The box office feat shows displays a resurgence for movie musicals at the box office, setting the stage for Mean Girls on January 12.
Video: Watch Fantasia Barrino Perform 'I'm Here' During THE COLOR PURPLE Table Read
by Michael Major
- Dec 26, 2023
Watch a video of Fantasia Barrino performing 'I'm Here' during The Color Purple table read. The American Idol alum's co-star, Colman Domingo, took to Instagram to share the clip. The new film also features Danielle Brooks reprising her Tony-nominated Broadway performance as Sofia, along with H.E.R., Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor, and more.
Video: Alicia Keys Drops 'Lifeline' Music Video From THE COLOR PURPLE Soundtrack
by Michael Major
- Dec 22, 2023
Watch the music video for Alicia’ Keys’ 'Lifeline' from The Color Purple soundtrack. Keys wrote the song inspired by the film’s rich storytelling, and co-produced it with partners Tricky Stewart (Beyoncé and Rihanna), Marshmello (Selena Gomez, Juice Wrld) and TMS (Dua Lipa, Lewis Capaldi).
SundanceTV Sets OFF SCRIPT WITH THE HOLLYWOOD REPORTER Lineup
by Michael Major
- Dec 19, 2023
Hosted by Emmy®-nominated actress and comedian Yvonne Orji (Insecure), each episode of Off Script With The Hollywood Reporter showcases a dynamic ensemble of actresses, actors, directors, songwriters and producers and delves deep into the urgent issues, creative methodologies and behind-the-scenes narratives that define the industry.
Interview: Phylicia Pearl Mpasi on Going From THE LION KING to THE COLOR PURPLE
by Michael Major
- Dec 21, 2023
Following several runs as a swing in The Lion King on Broadway, Phylicia Pearl Mpasi is playing Young Celie in the new movie musical adaptation of The Color Purple. BroadwayWorld sat down with Mpasi to discuss the transition from stage to screen, sharing the role of Celie with Fantasia Barrino, how Halle Bailey supported her on set, and more.
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