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Purple Rain (1984) with pre-movie costume contest hosted by Ryan Nelson

  • The Parkway Theater 4814 Chicago Ave Minneapolis MN 55417 USA (map)

Purple Rain (1984) with pre-movie costume contest hosted by Ryan Nelson


Thursday, June 8, 2023
7 pm Doors // 7:30pm Costume Contest // 8 pm Movie
$9 Advance // $12 Door 
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Directed by Albert Magnoli // Rated R

The Kid (Prince) is a Minneapolis musician on the rise with his band, the Revolution. While trying to avoid making the same mistakes as his truculent father (Clarence Williams III), the Kid navigates the club scene and a rocky relationship with a captivating singer, Apollonia (Apollonia Kotero). But another musician, Morris (Morris Day), looks to steal the Kid's spotlight -- and his girl. Prior to the screening, purifying yourself in the waters of Lake Minnetonka is recommended but not required.

Join us before the movie for a costume contest - dress as your favorite Purple Rain character! Hosted by Ryan Nelson!


Ryan Nelson is an actor and improviser in Minneapolis. His stage credits include Children's Theatre Company, The Brave New Workshop, Yellow Tree Theatre and more. He's also a company member of Science Live at The Science Museum of Minnesota where he puppeteers a life sized juvenile Tyrannosaurus to the terror and delight of children around the region.