Neon rain once fell on the First Avenue pavement, the same streets that raised a young artist named Prince. Now, decades later, those lights will glow again for a new kind of homecoming. “Purple Rain” is coming back to Minneapolis, the city that shaped it all, before it makes its way to Broadway next spring.
It feels like a full circle moment. The musical will reimagine the legendary 1984 film, filled with Prince’s biggest hits and the same restless spirit that once changed music forever. Minneapolis is not just the backdrop, it is the heartbeat of the story, where sound met soul, and a purple dream began to rise.
“Purple Rain” musical will open in Minneapolis before Broadway run
Fans online could not hold back their excitement. One said it best: “There is no better place for this to start than where it all began.” Another called it “a love letter to Minneapolis.” The city that once echoed with his guitar will now see his legacy reborn in lights, applause and maybe a few tears.
The idea of bringing “Purple Rain” to the stage feels like watching history breathe again. And when people think of that story, they think of one unforgettable moment, Prince performing “Purple Rain” under a wash of violet light. That performance, captured forever in his official music video, still feels like standing in a storm made of sound and soul.
Prince – Purple Rain (Official Video)
In that performance, Prince sings as if he is fighting and healing at the same time. The guitar cries, the audience sways and every note feels like prayer. He once said “Purple Rain” was about faith, love, and finding peace at the end of the world. Fans still say it makes them cry every single time.
Prince was never just a musician. He was a builder of worlds, mixing rock, soul, and gospel until it sounded like freedom itself. His art never stayed still, and now, neither will his story. “Purple Rain” will shine again, reminding the world why Minneapolis will always be his home. Follow Prince on Facebook, Instagram and YouTube.