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Jordan Fisher to Star as the Kid in Broadway’s ‘Purple Rain’
Jordan Fisher will play The Kid, the role made famous by Prince, in the Broadway musical adaptation of *Purple Rain*. It will be Fisher’s first time originating a role on Broadway, adding a new milestone to his theatre career, which includes *Hamilton*, *Dear Evan Hansen* and *Moulin Rouge! The Musical*.
Previews are due to begin at the Majestic Theatre on 12 March, ahead of opening night on 12 April next spring. An alternate will play The Kid at Tuesday evening performances and Wednesday matinees, with further casting still to come. Based on the 1984 film and its hit album, the stage show includes more than 20 Prince songs; it was first staged in Minneapolis in 2025.
In short
- Jordan Fisher will portray Prince’s iconic character The Kid.
- Broadway previews begin on 12 March, with opening night on 12 April.
- The musical features more than 20 Prince hits.
Explained simply
Purple Rain began as a 1984 film starring Prince, who also wrote and performed its music. It follows a young musician known as The Kid as he pursues success while dealing with family and relationship difficulties.
The film’s songs, including “When Doves Cry” and “Purple Rain”, became some of Prince’s best-known music. The stage adaptation brings the story and more than 20 of his songs to Broadway, linking a theatre production with a film and album that have remained part of his musical legacy.