Sunday, April 13, was a momentous occasion for NJ/NY Gotham FC. Sure, a 3-1 victory marked a breakthrough after three consecutive frustrating results. But the true turning point of the night came when Midge Purce received a standing ovation from the entire Red Bull Arena, celebrating her long-awaited return after a 13-month absence due to an ACL tear. But expect the rousing applause to continue for a while as the USWNT star is now set to make her way to Broadway!
It’s almost as if her return from injury has opened a whole new set of doors for the veteran forward. The 29-year-old will showcase her off-field talents under the bright lights of Broadway, as she’s set to deliver the opening monologue for the musical Chicago at 7 p.m. on Thursday, May 1. This special moment marks a unique collaboration between Gotham FC and the iconic Tony Award-winning Broadway show to promote the New York-based club’s upcoming Broadway Night game.
Interestingly, Midge Purce will share the stage with big names like international model Ashley Graham and Broadway star Sophie Carmen-Jones. In fact, the player’s responsibilities don’t end here; the Silver Spring, Maryland native will be ending her night gig with a Q&A session with the audience at the Ambassador Theatre.
“It’s an incredible honor to step onto the Broadway stage in Chicago,” said Purce. “I’ve always poured my heart into everything I do, and this is no different. Performing in a show with such legacy and power is something I take seriously—and I couldn’t be more excited to embrace this challenge and celebrate the magic of live performance.”
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