**** Highly Recommended **** As my readers know, I like stripped-down productions, those that eliminate elaborate scenery and props, so I can concentrate on the music. I really didn’t like “The Color Purple” because I thought the burdensome scenery got in the way of the story, so I wasn’t thrilled to see Broadway in Chicago’s touring revival, so I’m happy to say I was wrong, wrong, wrong! I could really get the nuances of the script and music without distraction. 4 BIG Spotlights
“The Color Purple” runs through July 29th at the Auditorium Theatre of Roosevelt University, 50 E. Congress Pkwy, Chicago. The best parking option is Loop Auto Parks, 524 S. Wabash at $16 with a printable coupon available at www.auditoriumtheatre.org/plan-your-visit/parking-and-directions/.
Running time is 2 hours, 25 minutes, with an intermission. Performances are Tuesday through Friday at 7;30 PM; Saturday at 2:00 and 8:00 pm; and Sundays at 2:00 pm. Tickets range from $27-$100. FYI (800) 775-2000, all Broadway in Chicago Box Offices, www.ticketmaster.com or www.broadwayinchicago.com.
Read my entire review at www.spotlightonlake.com.
