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The Purple Rose Theatre Company
The Purple Rose Theatre Company is the home of world-class, original American theatre in Chelsea, MI.
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JAN 29 – MAR 8, 2026

A World Premiere by Richard Johnson

Directed by Jeff Daniels

In paying tribute to timeless automobiles, The Classic King paints a comic and heartbreaking portrait of three veteran used-car salesmen at a Metro Detroit dealership, struggling to cope with a changing industry and modern customers. When a sharp Gen Z salesman joins the team, he proposes a daring scheme to save the dealership — and its “dinosaur” salesmen — from extinction.

Contains adult language and subject matter.

Featuring:

Rico Bruce Wade*

Ryan Carlson*

Owen Squire Smith*

Dez Walker*

Stage Management: Stef Din*, Mary Toth*

Designers:
Set Designer: Bart Bauer
Lighting Designer: Stephen Sakowski
Costume Designer: Shelby Newport
Sound Designer: Brad Phillips
Properties Designer: Danna Segrest

Understudies: Connor Allston*, Wallace Bridges*, Joe Kathrein, Jonathan West*

*Working under contract with Actors’ Equity Association, the Union of Professional Actors & Stage Managers in the United States

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APR 2 – MAY 31, 2026

A Michigan Premiere by Steven Dietz

Directed by David Bendena

Something’s afoul on the private golf course at Merlinville-Sur-Mer — namely the body of Hercule Poirot’s newest client. Acclaimed playwright Steven Dietz brings the famed Belgian detective to life to solve one of Agatha Christie’s most intricate whodunits. Of course, there are the host of usual — and — unusual suspects. A cast of six versatile actors embody a myriad of characters as they navigate the twists and turns of this lively and fun new adaptation. You won’t want to miss a thrilling moment of this comic mystery.

Contains adult language and subject matter.

Featuring:

John Bernos*

Ruth Crawford*

Bill Simmons*

John Seibert*

Caitlin Cavannaugh*

Ashley Wickett*

Stage Management: Stef Din*, Caridad Guy*

Designers:
Set Designer: Brian Dambacher
Lighting Designer: Matt Taylor
Costume Designer: Suzanne Young
Sound Designer: Rob Hubbard
Properties Designer: Danna Segrest

Understudies: Benjamin Burt, Taras Los*, Antoine McKay*, Lisa Michaels, Maria Ru-djen*

*Working under contract with Actors’ Equity Association, the Union of Professional Actors & Stage Managers in the United States

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JUN 25 – AUG 30, 2026

A World Premiere by Carey Crim

Directed by Kate Thomsen

Emma is getting married. Again. For the fourth time, actually. But she’s determined that this one will be the one. Gathering her less-than-enthusiastic best friends, they revisit each of Emma’s previous weddings, leading to a hilarious romp through the decades, complete with ’80s hair, dial-up internet, Boone’s Farm wine and the enduring power of friendship.

You may recognize outdoor campers Emma, Robyn and Sallie Ben from our 2024 hit summer comedy What Springs Forth. Emma’s Wedding(s) is a standalone story will appeal to fans of the original as well as welcome new audiences.

Contains adult content and subject matter.

Featuring:

Zach Fischer*

Sarab Kamoo*

Sonja Marquis*

Dwandra Nickole*

Stage Management: Ryan Carlson*

Designers:
Set Designer: Sarah Pearline
Lighting Designer: Noele Stollmack
Costume Designer: Suzanne Young
Sound Designer: Suzi Regan
Properties Designer: Danna Segrest

Understudies: Mark Colson*, Stephanie Nichols*, Suzi Regan*, Maria Ru-djen*

*Working under contract with Actors’ Equity Association, the Union of Professional Actors & Stage Managers in the United States

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