The Color Purple
On Broadway
Starring: Fantasia Barrino
Teronce Styyles
MrStyyles@excapethematrix.com
On Saturday, May
12, 2007, I attended the new New York City Broadway musical, “The Color Purple”
with my mother and cousin for a pre-Mother’s Day
gathering.
American Idol
winner Fantasia Barrino starred as, the central character, Celie. The Broadway
play, which was based on the book that was adapted into a
film in
1985 and directed by
Steven Spielberg,
starred
Whoopi Goldberg as the central
character Celie. Though nominated for 11
Academy Awards, it did not win
any.
“I was
so overwhelmed by her performance that it just gave me reassurance to continue
on with my journey.”
It was lovely
to see how this story transformed into a Broadway musical, especially after
having seen the movie several times. The play had a stunning cast that just
blew me away. I have to say that the singing and dancing were absolutely
stunning as well. I couldn’t imagine it being any other way. I was hesitant to
see how Fantasia would perform as an actress after her Lifetime movie, “Life is
N
ot
a Fairytale”. It wasn’t really good to me because I didn’t see her as an
actress. In my opinion, she was really just playing herself and reliving her
life experiences. This musical really proved that she has the skills to be an
actress. Her singing was phenomenal!
I was so moved by the song she sang called “I’m Here” that it gave me chills
and goosebumps. When they did the curtain call and Fantasia came
out to take her bow, I couldn’t hold back my tears.
I was so
overwhelmed by her performance that it just gave me reassurance to continue on
with my journey in the entertainment industry. This is definitely a must see
musical. I recommend that everyone see it because it’s truly an inspiration.
It’s not too late to see this wonderful Broadway production. Ms. Barrino’s
contract was originally over in October 2007 but she was blessed to have her
contract extended until January 2008.
“This
play really proved that she has the skills to be an actress.”
In recent news, Fantasia stated that the role has been draining for her. The pressure is on for her to really make the role of Celie be what everyone has known it to be. She mentioned that it’s a lot of work day in and day out to hear people call her “ugly” because of the role that she has embraced so well. She said God didn’t put nothin’ on her that she can’t bear. I’m truly proud of her in everyway, as she truly has a long and prosperous future ahead of her. Wow, I feel like I know her (lol). That’s weird! I guess that’s how people who are in the limelight can fill your heart with joy and inspire you to continue on with your own journey to success.