The Purple Rose Theatre Company’s 36th season officially begins this week with the world premiere of Bastard on Friday, Oct. 2.
Written by former Detroit news anchor Devin Scillian and directed by Rhiannon Ragland, Bastard is a compelling new dramedy following two estranged brothers—an aging country rocker and a buttoned-down financial advisor—forced to confront old family wounds after the death of their mother.
- When: Opening night is Oct. 2 and shows rung through Dec. 20. The performance calendar can be found HERE.
- Where: The Purple Rose Theatre Company, 137 Park St, Chelsea, MI
- Tickets: To purchase tickets, visit purplerosetheatre.org.
For complete details on the play, the cast, and upcoming special events like College Night and 30s & 40s Night, read our full preview: Former Detroit News Anchor Writes World-Premiere Play for Purple Rose Theatre

