Heather Headley Gives Shug Avery a Shake in The Color Purple
On May 10, Heather Headley begins her run as Shug Avery in John Doyle's revival of The Color Purple. Stepping in for Oscar winner Jennifer Hudson, the role marks her first return to Broadway since her Tony-winning performance in Aida. During rehearsals, the acclaimed singer and actress sat down with TheaterMania to talk about what she plans to bring to the part — a change of pace from her typical characters, but one she's excited to bring a new flavor to.
About Heather Headley
Heather Headley (born October 5, 1974) is a Trinidadian-American singer, songwriter, record producer and actress. She won the 2000 Tony Award for Best Actress in a Musical for the title role of Aida. She also won the 2010 Grammy Award for Best Contemporary R&B Gospel Album for her album Audience of One. In 2018, she recurred as Gwen Garrett on the NBC medical drama television series Chicago Med.
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