Loft’s tribute to music legend Prince

In honour of the late, great Prince, The Loft Venue will host a special screening of the seminal pop star’s acting debut in 1984’s Purple Rain, on Friday next, May 27.

Purple Rain is the tale of a Minneapolis musician on the brink of success with his band, the Revolution, who uses the power of music to escape a rocky home life.

The quasi-autobiographical film operated as a showcase for Prince’s own talent, containing several concert scenes and inspiring the best-selling album and soundtrack, Purple Rain. For anyone still mourning the loss of one of the world’s most inimitable performers, a trip down memory lane with the fans who loved him best is surely a Prince-approved celebration.

After the screening The Loft are putting on a party with DJs P Disconaut and Disko Briscoe spinning Prince tunes, Prince-inspired tunes and plain old dancefloor favourites. Doors are at 10pm with the screening starting at 10.30pm sharp and admission to the night is free.