Color Purple, The cast
Color Purple, The Cast - Broadway musical
Music and Lyrics by Brenda Russell, Allee Willis, and Stephen Bray. Book by Marsha Norman. Based on: the novel by Alice Walker and the Warner Brothers/Amblin Entertainment motion picture.Cast list.
Original 2015 Broadway Revival Cast.
Principal Performers.
- Cynthia Erivo as Celie.
- Jennifer Hudson as Shug Avery.
- Danielle Brooks as Sofia.
- Isaiah Johnson as Mister.
- Kyle Scatliffe as Harpo.
- Joaquina Kalukango as Nettie.
Supporting Roles.
- Lawrence Clayton as Ol’ Mister.
- Patrice Covington as Squeak.
- Grasan Kingsberry as Buster.
- Carla R. Stewart as Doris.
- Carrie Compere as Church Lady Jarene.
- Bre Jackson as Church Lady Darlene.
- Rema Webb as Church Lady Doris.
Ensemble Highlights.
- Phoenix Best, versatile swing.
- Dwayne Clark, guard and ensemble.
- Angela Browne, storyteller voice.
- Bianca Horn, dynamic dancer.
- Antwaun Holley, soulful tenor.
This roster powered the revival’s raw energy.
Each performer etched lasting memories for Broadway fans.
Cast update.
Fresh Paths for More Revival Favorites.
Patrice Covington (Squeak).
She pivots between stage and screen.
In 2024, she guest-starred on Chicago P.D..
In 2025, her voice colors Barnett and the Chicago Mayor on Invincible season three.
She also co-hosts the lifestyle podcast Her Wavy.
A baby arrives this autumn, per her social feed.:contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
Carrie Compere (Church Lady).
Compere remains a vocal powerhouse.
She belted 'Believe in Yourself' at Brooklyn’s Juneteenth Parade 2024.
This December, she reunites with revival colleagues for the show’s ten-year Broadway anniversary.
Between concerts, she produces cabarets spotlighting understudies.:contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
Bre Jackson (Church Lady).
Jackson juggles two hit jukebox shows.
She swings in MJ while covering Catherine of Aragon in Six.
Her powerhouse belt drew cheers during Green Room 42’s At This Performance series.:contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
Rema Webb (Church Lady).
Webb thrives on Broadway and beyond.
In February 2025, she claimed Matron Mama Morton in Chicago.
June brought her soulful Mother Mary to the rock oratorio The 12 recording.:contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
Phoenix Best (Ensemble).
Best keeps building eclectic credits.
Her vocals grace the concept album Teeth, released July 2024.
In cabaret, she fronted the genre-blending Cycles set at 54 Below.:contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}
Heather Headley (Shug Avery, replacement).
Headley returns to solo spotlight.
The Chicago Symphony featured her Broadway retrospective in June 2025.
Carnegie Hall beckons on May 7 2026, previewing that tour de force.:contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}
Kyle Scatliffe (Harpo).
Scatliffe balances acting and mentoring.
His Broadway Valentine concerts sold out 54 Below this February.
He continues coaching young performers online.:contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}
Danielle Brooks Update.
Brooks readies for another DC romp.
Season two of Peacemaker hits HBO Max on August 21 2025.:contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}
Cynthia Erivo Update.
Erivo rides a green wave.
Wicked: Part Two lands November 21 2025.
Part One still tops musical box-office records.:contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}
Questions and Answers.
- Which revival alum will headline Carnegie Hall in 2026?
- Heather Headley takes the stage on May 7 2026.:contentReference[oaicite:9]{index=9}
- When does Peacemaker season two debut with Danielle Brooks?
- Streaming starts August 21 2025 on HBO Max.:contentReference[oaicite:10]{index=10}
- Who just debuted as Mama Morton in Chicago?
- Rema Webb began her limited run February 24 2025.:contentReference[oaicite:11]{index=11}
- Which performer added voice work to Invincible season three?
- Patrice Covington voices Barnett and the Chicago Mayor.:contentReference[oaicite:12]{index=12}
- Where can fans see Kyle Scatliffe in concert?
- 54 Below’s Valentine evenings, February 14 2025.:contentReference[oaicite:13]{index=13}
Last Update:July, 05th 2025