Marshall Charloff & The Purple xPeRIeNCE stand as the world’s most celebrated tribute to the legendary artistry of Prince. Co-founded in 2011 by Marshall Charloff and Matt “Doctor” Fink, the longtime keyboardist for Prince & The Revolution, the group was born from a vision to deliver Prince’s music at the highest level of authenticity. Unlike many modern acts, the band performs entirely live and untracked, combining masterful musicianship with respectful visual homage through meticulous costuming. Their dedication has earned them the official licensing of the Prince Estate and a global reputation, leading to performances for over 500,000 fans across the globe. This excellence was further recognized in 2021 when the US Department of State selected them to represent American culture at the World Expo in Dubai.

The heart of the performance is Minneapolis native Marshall Charloff, a multi-instrumentalist whose personal history is deeply intertwined with the Prince legacy. Discovered at age 19 by producer Pepe Willie, Charloff performed guitar on the 94 East recordings alongside Prince himself. His extensive resume includes writing and producing for the Commodores and Little Anthony & The Imperials, as well as fronting 25 of North America’s finest symphonies. Whether leading his all-star band featuring alumni from the New Power Generation or performing his “Purple Piano” one-man show, Charloff delivers uncannily accurate vocals and masterful instrumentation. His work remains a premier celebration of the Minneapolis Sound, capturing the rare paradox of finesse and reverence that defined Prince’s own stage presence.

To celebrate the return of this world-class act, the Newberry Opera House invites fans to put on their best Prince-esque costume for a chance to win amazing prizes before the show. Guests are encouraged to dress in a costume inspired by the legend himself or one of his iconic songs, with winners being selected for both categories.

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