Purple Rose Theatre Company - Chelsea, Michigan

Rosie L.

The Purple Rose is an intimate theater; plays seen there feel like you are in it. Jeff Daniels does a fund raiser every year in this intimate setting and it's wonderful.

Greg R.

This is a delightful and intimate theater. It amazes me that actors with a few props can create a reality out of nothing resulting in an emotionally engaging dive beneath aspects of humanity. Then, as quickly as extinguishing a candle, the illusion vanishes leaving a gift of profound emotional involvement and entanglement. The person entering a live theatrical production is never the same person who exits. Give yourself a treat and surrender to the sublime experience offered by the Purple Rose Theater.

Dana H.

We had a wonderful time here. We saw Office Christmas Party and it was such a great show. I laughed out loud multiple times! The Purple Rose is such a nice theater to see a show at. Very intimate venue. Not a bad seat in the house. Every staff member we encountered was very helpful and knowledgeable. You could tell they enjoyed their jobs and took pride in what they did. Great place. Highly recommend.

Barnabas A. C.

Just a gem 💎 of a place.

Today (9/29/24) was our third visit.

So what makes it a 💎?

Well, it's a doable day trip if your in the tricounty area

I-94
Exit #159

5 minutes north.

Abundant parking abounds. (free)
Thought that only existed in Monopoly.

Today's play, which opened on 9/26/24

Was a Jeff Daniels screenplay he wrote from a " up north". Newspaper headline he had read on
MLive.Com.

He wrote and directed it, his son Luke was the A. D.

Both Daniels men, were in the house, plus did a 1/2 hour talk back.

Since this was premiere week, they wanted honest open feedback.

Office Christmas Party, Grinch in fight with Rudolph, police called was a hoot.

Casting was excellent.
( 4 actors)
Great lighting
Superb blocking
Nice cadence, tempo, diction.

Some surprises as well.

90 minutes
No intermission.

Arrive 10-15 minutes early as no access once the curtain rises.

Matter of fact come 2 hours early.
Eat at the Common Grill, walk the downtown, visit the library.

Tickets were a bargain at
$43 a seat with a slight $2 fee.

Props to Adam Graham and the Detroit News for promoting this play and the Purple Rose.

As the back story is/was Mr. J. Daniels considered pulling the plug as rebounding post covid was not easy.

Props to the gal's at the Box Office
Plus several volunteer ushers.

Place is clean and inviting.

This venue is, cozy, quaint and just the perfect balance.

Will (. R.

I recently had the pleasure of attending a Preview performance of Diva Royal at the Purple Rose Theater, written and directed by Jeff Daniels. I took my mother, and we both had a wonderful time. We lost my father only a couple months ago so just like Jeff said "We needed a laugh".

The show is a hilarious and heartwarming comedy. The cast is superb, and Daniels' direction is spot-on.

While the show may seem to be tailored to older women, I assure you that it is enjoyable for audiences of all ages and genders. The humor is universal, and the characters are relatable.

I was particularly impressed by the Q&A session with Jeff Daniels after the show. He was gracious and insightful, and he shared some great stories about his career.

Overall, I highly recommend Diva Royal. It is a well-written, well-acted, and well-directed show that will leave you laughing and feeling good.

PS I hope you enjoy the photos I took before and after the show. I understand the rules about video and photography, so I made sure to only take pictures when the show wasn't in progress.

Ilene B.

Purple Rose Theater is a great small place to see plays or music. I have enjoyed going to this theater for many years and hope to continue to attend plays there for many years to come! The plays are great, the actors are fantastic, and the atmosphere is five star.

Curt B.

Humorous and insightful original productions performed by a professional and talented cast.
Seating around a thrust stage puts you right in the action. Staff is very helpful as well, especially for individuals requiring seating accommodations.

Beth K.

Great theater experience. Small, intimate space, casual dress is totally appropriate. The main entrance is on street level, no entrance from the parking lot which is behind and below. Keep in mind if visiting with friends who require assistance or have limited mobility