Watch a special feature on the development of the world premiere musical, The Preacher's Wife.
Book by Azie Dungey  
Music & Lyrics by Tituss Burgess  
Directed by Michael Arden and Tinashe Kajese-Bolden 
 

In their fast-gentrifying Harlem neighborhood, Preacher Henry and his wife Julia struggle to keep their congregation going in the face of development.  When all seems lost, Henry asks God for help, and receives it in the form of an angel.  But will this mysterious newcomer really help or make matters worse?  Through it all, Julia must find her voice and the strength to lead their congregation through the crisis, reminding them that a church is not a building, but the people who inhabit it and the love they share. Featuring an original score by actor, comedian, and writer Tituss Burgess (TV's Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt) and a book by actress, producer, and writer Azie Dungey (TV's Harlem), The Preacher's Wife is a can't-miss theatrical celebration of community, family, and faith.    
 

Based upon the motion pictures The Bishop’s Wife produced by Samuel Goldwyn; The Preacher’s Wife produced by Samuel Goldwyn, Jr., and the novel The Bishop’s Wife written by Robert Nathan.
The Preacher's Wife had its world premiere on The Coca-Cola Stage at Alliance Theatre, May 15 – June 16, 2024.

 

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Two people in patterned and solid robes stand close together on stage; one appears to be singing or speaking passionately while the other looks ahead with a neutral expression.

Sep 25 – Oct 4, 2024

The Preacher’s Wife: Making a Beloved Film Sing (Stream)

A special feature on the development of the world premiere musical, The Preacher’s Wife. Inspired by the beloved blockbuster film, The Preacher’s Wife is a stirring new musical about the power of hope.

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Watch a special feature on the development of the world premiere musical, The Preacher’s Wife.
Book by Azie Dungey  
Music & Lyrics by Tituss Burgess  
Directed by Michael Arden and Tinashe Kajese-Bolden 
 

In their fast-gentrifying Harlem neighborhood, Preacher Henry and his wife Julia struggle to keep their congregation going in the face of development.  When all seems lost, Henry asks God for help, and receives it in the form of an angel.  But will this mysterious newcomer really help or make matters worse?  Through it all, Julia must find her voice and the strength to lead their congregation through the crisis, reminding them that a church is not a building, but the people who inhabit it and the love they share. Featuring an original score by actor, comedian, and writer Tituss Burgess (TV’s Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt) and a book by actress, producer, and writer Azie Dungey (TV’s Harlem), The Preacher’s Wife is a can’t-miss theatrical celebration of community, family, and faith.    
 

Based upon the motion pictures The Bishop’s Wife produced by Samuel Goldwyn; The Preacher’s Wife produced by Samuel Goldwyn, Jr., and the novel The Bishop’s Wife written by Robert Nathan.
The Preacher’s Wife had its world premiere on The Coca-Cola Stage at Alliance Theatre, May 15 – June 16, 2024.