PURLIE VICTORIOUS • Oct. 9 - 27, 2024 • MainStage Series at The Historic Dock Street Theatre
By Ossie Davis
About the Show
Kennedy Center honoree Ossie Davis delivers a comedic triumph in Purlie Victorious a production recently headlined by Leslie Odom Jr. on Broadway taglined as “A non-Confederate romp through the cotton patch.” This uproarious narrative follows the charismatic traveling preacher, Purlie Victorious Judson, navigating the challenges of the Jim Crow era as he returns to his Georgia hometown on a mission to reclaim his inheritance from a tyrannical plantation owner. Teaming up with the lively Lutiebelle Gussie Mae Jenkins, Purlie hatches an outrageous plan to use his wealth for the emancipation of enslaved workers and the salvation of his church. This inspirational and joyous comedic gem, the genesis of the beloved musical Purlie, embodies the collective aspiration of freedom and justice. The New York Times called it, "Marvelously exhilarating" and it is sure to leave a lasting grin on your face.
Please note, October 9 is our Pay-As-You-Please performance for Purlie Victorious. These special ticket sales are only available online 24-hours prior to the performance. For more details about our Pay-As-You-Please performances and to purchase tickets, click here.
single tickets for PURLIE VICTORIOUS GO ON SALE AUGUST 28. season tickets FOR THE 2024-25 SEASON ARE NOW ON SALE.
Upcoming Shows
A YEAR WITH FROG AND TOAD • July 20, 21, 27 & 28, 2024 • Family Series
FIDDLER ON THE ROOF • Aug. 28 - Sept. 22, 2024 • MainStage Series
PURLIE VICTORIOUS • Oct. 9 - 27, 2024 • MainStage Series
A CHRISTMAS CAROL • Nov. 30 - Dec. 22, 2024 • MainStage Series
THE 39 STEPS • Jan. 22 - Feb. 9, 2025 • MainStage Series
LAST STOP ON MARKET STREET • Feb. 1 & 8, 2025 • Family Series
THE GLASS MENAGERIE • Feb. 26 - Mar. 16, 2025 • MainStage Series
LEGALLY BLONDE • Apr. 9 - May 4, 2025 • MainStage Series