DG Main Stage: Purlie
Overview
Purlie (or Purlie Victorious) is a lively, comedic musical/play by Ossie Davis about a charismatic preacher, Purlie Judson, returning to the Jim Crow South to reclaim his church and free oppressed workers from a plantation owner, using humor, schemes, and songs to fight for freedom and prove Black people's rights, offering a joyful yet profound experience of resilience and community that's both entertaining and thought-provoking.
Credits:
PURLIE is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals. www.concordtheatricals.com
PURLIE:
Book by Ossie Davis, Phillip Rose and Peter Udell
Music by Peter Udell
Lyrics by Gary Geld
Based on the play Purlie Victorious by Ossie Davis
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Highlights
- all ages
- In person
- Free parking
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Location
Downing-Gross Cultural Arts Center
2410 Wickham Avenue
Newport News, VA 23607
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Downing-Gross Cultural Arts Center
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