Former Destiny Child singer to star in “The Color Purple”

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By M&C News Feb 28, 2007, 15:28 GMT

Former Destiny Child singer Michelle Williams will join the cast of the Chicago production of "The Color Purple," according to an announcement made by the show’s producers. The singer will be taking on the role of blues singer Shug Avery. Michelle Williams - 2006 Clive Davis Pre-GRAMMY Awards Party - Beverly Hilton - Beverly Hills, CA © Glenn Harris / Photorazzi

Michelle Williams - 2006 Clive Davis Pre-GRAMMY Awards Party - Beverly Hilton - Beverly Hills, CA © Glenn Harris / Photorazzi

Michelle Williams - 2006 Clive Davis Pre-GRAMMY Awards Party - Beverly Hilton - Beverly Hills, CA © Glenn Harris / Photorazzi The play, which is based on the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel by Alice Walker, is set to open in Chicago on April 17th. It is currently running on Broadway. Williams will join several of the stars who are currently part of the New York production including Jeannette Bayardell, and the Tony nominated Felicia P. Fields – who portrays Sofia on stage. The play’s producer Scott Sanders described Williams as the perfect choice for Shug Avery due to her background in music. Sanders also said the singer has a stage background which will aid her in the role.Williams, who also performed the title role in “Aida” when it ran on Broadway, has said the role of Shug Avery was a “dream come true” and an opportunity that she couldn’t pass up.

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