Adapted from the Wonderful Wizard of Oz by L. Frank Baum. Book by William F. Brown, music and lyrics by Charlie Smalls, The Wiz tells the story of Dorothy and the adventures of Oz through a modern lens. It is mysterious, opulent, and fanciful set to music in a dazzling, lively mixture of rock, hip hop, soul, and contemporary music. Director: Jacqueline Thompson, Assistant Professor Acting/Directing.
- Charlie Smalls
- George Faison
- L. Frank Baum
- Luther Vandross
- Timothy Graphenreed
- William F. Brown
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Tony Awards and Nominations for The Wiz
| Year | Category | |
|---|---|---|
| 1975 | Best Musical | Winner |
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PICTURES FROM A REVOLUTION
The Marcelle (1/24 - 2/8) | |
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Chicken & Biscuits
The Black Rep (1/8 - 1/26) | |
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Some Like It Hot
Fox Theatre (2/25 - 3/9) | |
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CELESTIAL COUNTERPOINT: Songs Among the Stars
Pillsbury Theatre, 560 Music Center (1/18 - 1/18) | |
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Hadestown (Non-Equity)
Juanita K. Hammons Hall for the Performing Arts (4/7 - 4/9) | |
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Who Killed Aunt Caroline? by Grant Richards
Clayton Community Theatre (3/6 - 3/16) | |
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Kimberly Akimbo
Fox Theatre (3/25 - 4/6) | |
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