Jordan Fisher to Play the Boy in Broadway’s ‘Purple Rain’
WHO:
Broadway Shows - Director Saheem Ali said Jordan Fisher brings “swagger, vulnerability and restless creative spirit” to The Kid and called his portrayal “raw, surprising and deeply human.”
Broadway Shows - The production’s choreography is by Ebony Williams; its scenic design is by David Zinn, video and projection design by Nathan Amzi and Joe Ransom, costume design by Montana Levi Blanco, lighting design by Justin Townsend, sound design by Gareth Owen, hair and wig design by Cookie Jordan, and makeup design by Kyle Krueger. Jason Michael Webb is music supervisor and arranger and orchestrator.
Broadway Shows - Fisher most recently appeared in the Off-Broadway production of *Little Shop of Horrors*. His additional credits include *Moulin Rouge! The Musical*, *Urinetown* and the 2023 Broadway revival of *Sweeney Todd*.
ABC News - Jordan Fisher will play “The Boy,” the leading role in the Broadway adaptation of *Purple Rain*. His Broadway credits include *Hadestown*, *Dear Evan Hansen*, *Sweeney Todd* and *Hamilton*; he is also known for *To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before* and for winning *Dancing With the Stars*.
Deadline - Fisher was cast as “The Kid,” described as a Prince-like character portrayed by Prince in the original 1984 film.
ABC News - Kris Kollins played “The Boy” in the musical’s earlier version.
ABC News - The Broadway version has a story by Peter Duchan and is directed by Saheem Ali. The world-premiere version had a story by Branden Jacobs-Jenkins and was directed by Lileana Blain-Cruz.
Deadline - Producer Orin Wolf announced Fisher’s casting.
Billboard - Fisher said his love for Prince’s music is “in the marrow of my bones.”
WHAT:
Broadway Shows - The musical is set in 1984 Minneapolis, where a new era of music television is creating overnight stars. The Kid’s past threatens his band’s path to stardom.
ABC News - Fisher’s casting marks the first time he originates a Broadway role.
ABC News - *Purple Rain* follows an up-and-coming rock musician in Minneapolis’s club scene as he navigates a turbulent home life and a developing romance.
ABC News - The film’s song score won an Oscar; its soundtrack won two Grammys. The film includes “Let’s Go Crazy,” “When Doves Cry” and “Take Me With U.”
ABC News - Prince died in 2016.
WHERE:
ABC News - The Broadway musical will be presented at the Majestic Theatre. Its world premiere took place in Minneapolis, Prince’s hometown.
ABC News - The story is set in the Minneapolis club scene.
WHEN:
Broadway Shows - Opening night is scheduled for April 12, 2027.
Deadline - Previews are scheduled to begin Friday, March 12, 2027.
Deadline - Previews are scheduled to begin Friday, March 12, 2027.
ABC News - The Broadway production is scheduled to premiere next spring, with previews beginning in March.
HOW:
ABC News - The Broadway production follows an earlier stage version that premiered in Minneapolis; the creative team has since changed.
(UPDATED November 10, 2026 19:05 UTC)
Jordan Fisher will lead Broadway’s Purple Rain as The Kid, originating his first role. The musical follows a Minneapolis musician facing family turmoil, romance, and rising fame. Previews begin March 12, 2027, at the Majestic Theatre; opening night is April 12.
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(UPDATED November 10, 2026 17:13 UTC)
Jordan Fisher will lead Broadway’s “Purple Rain,” originating his first role in a Broadway production. The musical follows a rising Minneapolis musician navigating family turmoil and a developing romance. Previews begin March 12, 2027, at the Majestic Theatre.
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(UPDATED November 10, 2026 16:07 UTC)
Jordan Fisher will lead Broadway’s “Purple Rain,” originating his first role on the Great White Way. The musical follows a rising Minneapolis musician through family turmoil and romance, featuring Prince’s music. Previews begin March 12, 2027, at the Majestic Theatre.