A new musical adaptation of Prince's iconic 1984 film 'Purple Rain' is premiering at the State Theatre in Minneapolis on October 16, marking the final show of the 2024–2025 Broadway on Hennepin season before heading to Broadway, with performances scheduled through November 23 due to high demand.

Choreographer Ebony Williams is researching Prince's movement style to accurately portray his dynamic stage presence, which was a hallmark of his live performances.

This production celebrates Prince Rogers Nelson, emphasizing his lasting influence and deep connection to Minneapolis, his birthplace, with the story centered on 'The Kid,' a fictional young musician navigating the local Minneapolis club scene.

Choreographer Ebony Williams highlighted that dance will be a key storytelling element, with research into Prince's movement style to authentically portray his uninhibited stage energy and evolution.

Fans have already shown strong enthusiasm, with early performances impressing audiences and tickets selling quickly, reflecting the show's popularity.

Prince’s longtime collaborators, Bobby Z and Morris Hayes, are serving as musical advisors to ensure an authentic Prince sound in the production.

Director Lileana Blain-Cruz and the creative team expressed their excitement and love for Minneapolis, emphasizing the local importance of this tribute to Prince's legacy.

The team is still finalizing the song list to ensure it captures Prince's legacy and emotional authenticity, with a focus on blending his musical and theatrical influences.

The creative team includes Tony Award winners and Grammy-nominated artists, with Jason Michael Webb as the music supervisor, who has expressed his emotional connection to Prince and the love poured into this project, aiming to reflect the emotional power of Prince's music.

Writer Branden Jacobs-Jenkins, who also directs the musical, considers Prince the 'Mozart of our time' and underscores the significance of premiering the show in Minneapolis to honor his legacy.

The musical aims to honor Prince's influence by blending his musical and theatrical styles, focusing on storytelling and emotional authenticity.

This production not only celebrates Prince's legacy but also provides cultural context by highlighting Minnesota's rich music heritage and the state’s quirky town names and top places to live in 2025.