MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) - Minneapolis is partying like its 1999 , or more like 1984.

‘I’m ready to burst'

Local perspective:

In the heart of the city Prince put on the musical map, the legacy of one of Minneapolis' favorite sons takes center stage.

"I've been brushing up on all the things I didn't know about Prince all day. It's so cool," said Bret Schneider, who flew in from Cincinnati to see the show.

"I love how they recreated First Avenue. I love the modern dance. I just thought it was amazing," said Prince fan, Peg Mickelson.

Fun, entertaining, serious

The backstory:

After three weeks of previews, the "Purple Rain" musical is having its official opening at the State Theater before a hopeful Broadway run.

The story is based on the movie and album that turned Prince into a gl

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