FANTASIA MADE HER “COLOR PURPLE” DEBUT ON BROADWAY LAST NIGHT
Wednesday, April 11, 2007

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Fantasia debuted on stage as the character Celie in The Color Purple at the Broadway Theater in New York City last night. Celie’s big final song “I’m Here” has brought studio audiences to tears both on Fantasia’s career launching pad American Idol and The Oprah Winfrey Show. Winfrey, who is executive producer of The Color Purple, she was “honored” to have Fantasia be cast member.
I’ve been looking for some reviews online, but I couldn’t find anything. Telling by the pictures, she probably killed it. Do your thing girl!








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1.
ebb
Wednesday, April 11, 2007 /
Do ur thang Tasia!! Go U!! By the way am I first?
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LILA
Wednesday, April 11, 2007 /
Go Fantasia! Represent gurl!!!
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SO THAT DIVA
Wednesday, April 11, 2007 /
*pumping fist into air* Go Tasia, Go Tasia, Go Tasia!
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tay nae
Wednesday, April 11, 2007 /
i hope she did the damn thing because tasia was meant for that role! she is remarkably talented!
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BRIANNA94
Wednesday, April 11, 2007 /
DAMN I LOVE FANTASIA SO MUCH. SHE DO LOOK LIKE AN OLD LADY THOUGH LOL.THEY DID GOOD ON HER MAKE UP LOL
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Misslady
Wednesday, April 11, 2007 /
I wish her all the success one can have~
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KiM
Wednesday, April 11, 2007 /
I need to go see her in the Color of Purple for real. Do yo thang girl!!
8.
whytry?
Wednesday, April 11, 2007 /
I am so glad that she got this part! Good for her.
9.
Meatloaf
Wednesday, April 11, 2007 /
I hope she can handle to long haul! Theater ain’t no joke, but at least this looks like a first class production!
10.
SO THAT DIVA
Wednesday, April 11, 2007 /
Those pix looks amazing, she looks so overjoyed by it all. I cannot wait to go see the play…I am treating my mom for Mother’s Day!
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Meatloaf
Wednesday, April 11, 2007 /
Now, what about that hair? lol! I wonder if that’s her own hair with gray spray or a wig?? Won’t it help her hair if she wears it naturally for a few months?
12.
D's Lady
Wednesday, April 11, 2007 /
GOOD JOB FANTASIA!
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SO THAT DIVA
Wednesday, April 11, 2007 /
LOL@ Meatloaf….it’s a wig sweetie.
14.
melisus
Wednesday, April 11, 2007 /
I am still gonna try to get tickets for this Go Tasia.
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Soliana
Wednesday, April 11, 2007 /
Im glad she is doing her thing. Congrats to her on her success.
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Meatloaf
Wednesday, April 11, 2007 /
Thank you, SO THAT DIVA!
Tasia looks like she had to gain a few pounds to play this part! Beyonce’ had to do just the opposite, she lost weight for her part in “DreamGirls”! She has provided such a strong foundation for all the new comers!
17.
hood_shit
Wednesday, April 11, 2007 /
Can’t say that I’m really a fan but I’m extremely proud of homegirl.
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calmsensual1
Wednesday, April 11, 2007 /
how come i never hear/see anyone talk about how she looks like a pitbull?
anyways she might not be able to read but she damn sure can memorize some lines. you go girl!
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SO THAT DIVA
Wednesday, April 11, 2007 /
SMH@ Meatloaf saying the “B” word…….please dont wake the STANS!!!! LOL
20.
sha sha85
Wednesday, April 11, 2007 /
hell my B’Day is Saturday & i got tickets 2 see it, can’t wait to see my girl do the damn thing!!!!
21.
d234p
Wednesday, April 11, 2007 /
Man, I wish she would do the Chicago run as Celie. Im going there in two weeks to see Michele and Latoya London, Tasias AI3 diva sister in The Color Purple. I cannot wait. JHud said she might be there a well.
22.
Tiffany
Wednesday, April 11, 2007 /
@ MEATLOAF
What does Beyonce have to do with this? (So sick of y’all bringing her up in stuff that has nothing to do with her).
Anyway, Fantasia looks like she’s doing a good job! Go girl!
23.
Aquanna
Wednesday, April 11, 2007 /
YAY YAY YAY Fantasia!
The girl can sing, but I hope she not doing all that screaming up on the stage….(whether you agree with what I’m saying or not….Y’ALL KNOW THAT GIRL CAN DO SOME SCREAMING!!!!)
congrats Tay tay
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Meatloaf
Wednesday, April 11, 2007 /
Oh, my bad, So That Diva! I thought all the Beyonce’stans were gone home for the day! I guess you never know when one might pop up!
Lawd, where did Tasia get that freakum dress?
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Tiffany
Wednesday, April 11, 2007 /
what is a stan?
26.
REVIVING THE CL CHAT!!
Wednesday, April 11, 2007 /
go on Fantasia, i’m proud that she’s going her only if she could sell some cd’s
27.
BrittBrat
Wednesday, April 11, 2007 /
I absolutley loooooovvvve Fantasia and I am one of her biggest fans.Go Fantasia!!!I wish her much success with the Color Purple because the girl can sing her ass off and I wish she was coming to Chicago.
28.
TIA_87
Wednesday, April 11, 2007 /
Meatloaf!Stop tryna rile the Bey stans up! they takin a rest after their record breaking posts. Girl you are too much lol. I don’t normally use this phrase but i have to say; Fantasia was born for this role. I truly believe this will be the making of her & i couldn’t be more proud and happy for her. Hopefully with her American Idol audience she’ll be able to draw some white folks in to see how we blacks do the damn thing! GO TASIA!!!!!!
29.
babyboss
Wednesday, April 11, 2007 /
awwwwwww she looks cute!!!!! go tasia!!!!!!
30.
Shana203
Wednesday, April 11, 2007 /
im am so happy for her, I wish her the best
31.
Jay
Wednesday, April 11, 2007 /
Even though she has never been pleasing to my eyes or to my ears she is pleasing to my mind she has overcome so much and no hater can take that away from her. Go Girl!
32.
The One
Wednesday, April 11, 2007 /
calmsensual1 said:
how come i never hear/see anyone talk about how she looks like a pitbull?
anyways she might not be able to read but she damn sure can memorize some lines. you go girl!
Because people ALWAYS have something negative to say about somebody and we are more proud of her accomplishments than what she looks like. Out of all the positive things you can say about her, you’re gonna talk about her reading skills and how she looks? Get a life!
33.
Dauphiné
Wednesday, April 11, 2007 /
She sure do look tore up! Well, that is what the part calls for anyway. Good luck Fanatasia.
34.
Amaya
Wednesday, April 11, 2007 /
That’s a good look ! Go Fantasia! Damn the mere mention of Beyonce name get ppls panties in a bunch,even the so call non stans …lmao
35.
Shalice
Wednesday, April 11, 2007 /
Well, I don’t really like Fantasia’s voice and I was not too pleased when I heard that she could not read. (is that true?) But, I have to say that it is nice to see her come up. I hope she is doing the right thing with her income, such as saving or even investing in something, like her EDUCATION if what I have heard about her not being able to read is true. In the type of business that she is in, she needs to be able to read contracts and other important documents that control her money and future. I would love to see her on a college stage receiving her degree in something… anything. But so far, she appears to be on the right track. For those who have something to say about her looks, at least she has not pulled a Lil Kim on us. (although,I like Kim). Fantasia has not gotten new breast, or a new nose or cheek implants, Blonde hair (wigs, weave) need I go on. At least so far, what we see is what she was born with.
36.
joeinmemphis
Wednesday, April 11, 2007 /
I am so damn proud of this girl! just to think her whole life changed cause she didn’t give up. She was blessed and is still blessed. She is an inspiration to me. Much love to you Fantasia Barrino!
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mildredY
Wednesday, April 11, 2007 /
OMG she is the bomb!!!!! I love Fantasia so…lololol
38.
heartBREAKER
Wednesday, April 11, 2007 /
Go head Tasia!
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Nana
Wednesday, April 11, 2007 /
She Sho Is Ugly
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Daphine
Wednesday, April 11, 2007 /
Go Fantasia!
For the people who keep bringing up the fact that she can not read, don’t blame her, balme her school district. Fantasia didn’t drop out untill the 9th grade, somebody let her pass from grade to grade knowing she couldn’t read.
If it’s true.
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clarkthink
Wednesday, April 11, 2007 /
makeup…..what makeup.
42.
Just Had to Say
Wednesday, April 11, 2007 /
@ Shalice: She can read.
According to someone on broadwayworld.com, critcs wait until a least a week before they review “newcomers”. In the meantime the reviews from people who have attended have been like this one:
From ATC…
From the moment she walked on stage, the cheering began, and you knew that the entire audience was supporting her every step of the way. In terms of learning the role, which everyone said would be so tough for her, she was flawless. Every note, line, and movement was spot on. Not only that, but they were all character-driven and moving. She nailed every laugh, and was completely believable as Celie. The tears poured down her face in the emotional moments of the show, and the singing was beautiful and controlled in a way I had never heard her sing before. Her big song near the end of Act 2, “I’m Here,” stopped the show, and much of the audience rose at that point to give her a standing ovation. When she came out to bow, the entire theater erupted, and as Fantasia broke down crying, the noise from the crowd was deafening. Alton White, who plays “Mister,” handed her a bouquet of flowers, and she gallantly led the cast in a rousing reprise of the title song.
This was a magical evening in the theater. Fantasia’s performance not only surpassed all expectations, but ranks right up there as one of the most glorious performances I have ever seen in a Broadway musical. And, trust me, I’ve seen a lot.
http://www.talkinbroadway...thatchat/d.php?id=1388025
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12:41
Wednesday, April 11, 2007 /
in other news
http://www.khou.com/news/...obrownarrest.c496d80.html
lmbaoooooooooo
44.
rere
Wednesday, April 11, 2007 /
she looks pretty in this picture!! Better than normal
45.
freakum baby!!
Wednesday, April 11, 2007 /
i just got back from seeing this yesterday. i must say she did pretty well but i honestly have nothing to compare it to since i never saw the original ceely in the play.
sophia’s character and sugar ray’s character were the best to me.
everyone should go see it cause ya’ll will really enjoy it.
46.
txsupercutie
Wednesday, April 11, 2007 /
They interviewed and showed of Ms Tasia’s performance on ET, and she looked and sounded so good!!! I am so happy for her!
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txsupercutie
Wednesday, April 11, 2007 /
showed a clip
48.
Neesh
Wednesday, April 11, 2007 /
You gotta love her, and her spirit! She’s blessed beyond measure and I wish I could see her. I’m here is a great song, it brought me to tears!
49.
fanfan
Wednesday, April 11, 2007 /
Well, I was at the show last night and Fantasia was magical in the role. I saw the play with Kenita in the role of Celie. Fantasia blew it out of the water. She brought the character of Celie to life. She is just what this charater needed- heart and soul. And not to mention impeccable singing and acting too. Her voice was stunning. Absoulutely breathtaking. Props to my girl Tasia!
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devilicious
Wednesday, April 11, 2007 /
She looks like Oprah.
51.
Black and Proud
Wednesday, April 11, 2007 /
Why aren’t some of you just proud of a sister for doing her thing?It it that hard for someone to get props after what she been through,or anybody for that fact.Oh please lets not talk about B, she had her day last week.Fantasia don’t look that bad.She is not ugly to me, if you can point that out to me, let me know because the woman is good.Go Tasia keep the people talking because you know thats all they do!
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Asentha
Wednesday, April 11, 2007 /
Personally, I don’t think she can sing a lick. Plus, she could use a makeover. However, good luck to her.
53.
MsLovely
Wednesday, April 11, 2007 /
Fantasia is doing the damn thang!I wish i could see the play,I bet she did a great job.
54.
I Fuck For Tracks
Wednesday, April 11, 2007 /
I see you Fanny.
55.
jb
Wednesday, April 11, 2007 /
loved this girl, do ur thang, i can’t wait to see u babygurl
56.
Victoria
Wednesday, April 11, 2007 /
Fantasia was awesome last night. I enjoyed her so much as Celie. Say what you want about her but the crowd was packed last night..and she sounded AMAZING…I was like damn that girl can sing…and she nailed the acting. Plus she sold 6.5 million in tickets before she even started in the play..so she is doing the damn thing. Give props when it is due…Fantasia got it!
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Gloria
Wednesday, April 11, 2007 /
http://www.findarticles.c...55/is_17_108/ai_n15762690
Fantasia never said she couldn’t read. The media is truly a mess. Do your thing Tasia!!
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nitt
Wednesday, April 11, 2007 /
I am so happy for Fantasia and I pray that she continue to be successful. I hope that she get the rest that see need. I love her CD when I see u is
hot.
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Miss Tiff
Thursday, April 12, 2007 /
I saw her sing ‘I’m Here’ on American Idol and Oprah. If you seen her sing that song you wanted tickets. She injected the energy in those words where you just couldn’t help but be proud of her and feel she was the best one for the part.
60.
dee
Thursday, April 12, 2007 /
EVERYONE TAKE NOTICE OF THESE GUYS PERFORMING THE COLOR PURPLE THEME ON YOU TUBE. SIMPLY AMAZING!!!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kM_tGu89GBs
61.
Too Through
Thursday, April 12, 2007 /
Asentha said:
Personally, I don’t think she can sing a lick. Plus, she could use a makeover. However, good luck to her.
That face of yours could use a makeover too. With all the success she has you have to talk about some make over? Please.
62.
Tahiyya
Thursday, April 12, 2007 /
i’m proud of her. do your thang girly.
63.
jewel13
Thursday, April 12, 2007 /
Congrats Fantasia!
64.
hollabackgurl
Thursday, April 12, 2007 /
this fantasia’s moment, please keep jhud out of this, ain’t nobody tryna hear about that fat whale(jhud). take that jhud!
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PAT
Thursday, April 12, 2007 /
i have to see this
i do think she was born to play this role
she puts so much heart and soul into it from the performances i’ve seen….she’s anointed to sing
66.
CARAMEL 2
Thursday, April 12, 2007 /
Tashia is doing her thing. Love her and hope that she continues to shine. I bet the haters felt stoopid when they saw that she can act as well as sing. Yes acting would mean that she had to read the part and absorb it in order to act it out in the play.
Go Girl!!!!!
67.
BabyP
Thursday, April 12, 2007 /
they really didn’t need to put that mole on her face in an attempt to make her ugly
68.
LoveMeSomeCelie
Thursday, April 12, 2007 /
BabyP said:
they really didn’t need to put that mole on her face in an attempt to make her ugly
************
That’s not a mole, it’s a microphone
69.
DWBT
Thursday, April 12, 2007 /
How can she not “sing a lick” but landed this role on BROADWAY and beat out THOUSANDS of people to win American Idol? Please answer me that because that doesn’t sound like someone who can’t sing a lick. You really have some high standards. Who, in your opinion, CAN sing?
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Mz. Juicee
Thursday, April 12, 2007 /
Dang I wish I had the opportunity to see the play! I know she probably did a great job
71.
queshia
Thursday, April 12, 2007 /
Fantasia We cheering for ya girl!! you have it & pitty the fool who can’t see it.
72.
Kat
Thursday, April 12, 2007 /
Hey I saw the show with Fantasia, and I thought she was wonderful as a broadway star. She deserves all the positive comments she recieves!!
73.
first choice
Thursday, April 12, 2007 /
http://www.zshare.net/vid...sia_tcp_04-11-07-wmv.html
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mena
Thursday, April 12, 2007 /
#18 and #52.. I totally agree with you. I personally think she sounds like a cat on a hot tin roof and looks like a ghetto Miss Piggy… And that’s not hating but seeing her around in Charlotte with brown gel slicking her whole head down and tacky outfits.. I’m sorry, she’s got a real nice salon here and you would think she would be a walking billboard for them..
She has a voice like Lil Mo and Coko from SWV..it has to be taken in small doses or my ears start bleeding.
75.
RNB*MJ
Thursday, April 12, 2007 /
Miss Tasia looks like she worked that audience!
Brave-o, Fantasia, brave-o! BRAVE-O!
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