Schele Williams
Schele Williams is the director of the upcoming revival of Elton John and Tim Rice’s musical “Aida. " She was the associate director of “Motown: The Musical,” and re-conceived and directed the recent national tour of the show.
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BIO
Schele Williams is the director of the upcoming revival of Elton John and Tim Rice’s musical “Aida."
She was the associate director of “Motown: The Musical,” and re-conceived and directed the recent national tour of the show. She was also the associate director of “Porgy and Bess’ on its European tour and associate choreographer of “Rent” on its North American and international tours. Schele appeared in Chess and Aida on Broadway.
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RENT Family: Victoria Leacock, Lisa Zinni, Michael Greif, Martha Banta, Natalie Venetia Belcon, Marcus Paul James, Yassmin Alers, Fredi Walker-Browne, Schele Williams, Rodney Hicks, Maya Days, Tim Weil, Julie Larson, Destan Owens, Jeremy Kushnier, Karmine Alers and Michael McElroy
Date:
02/19/2026
From: Photos: Museum of Broadway Hosts Special RENT Event With Tim Weil
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Cast and Creative Members of The Notebook-Schele Williams, John Cardoza, Victoria Navarro, Geoffrey Ko, Dorian Harewood, Michael Greif, Maryann Plunkett, Jordan Tyson, Bekah Brunstetter, Katie Spelmam and Kurt Deutsch
Date:
05/14/2024
From: Photos: The New Dramatists Honor Michael Greif at Annual Luncheon
STAGE CREDITS
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2000
Ensemble, Nehebka, Aida (Standby) [Replacement], Aida (Understudy)
Productions
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Awards and Nominations
winner
Drama League Awards - 2024 - Founders Award for Excellence in Directing
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Videos
Video: Alysha Deslorieux Sings 'My Days' from THE NOTEBOOK Tour
by Joshua Wright - 2026-02-18 12:37:27
Video: THE NOTEBOOK Tour Cast Hears Orchestra For The First Time
by Joshua Wright - 2025-09-04 17:31:58
Video: Broadway Stars on What Pride Means to Them – Jinkx Monsoon, Jonathan Groff & More
by Michael Major - 2025-06-02 16:58:05
Videos You Missed This Week: SUNSET BOULEVARD, MAYBE HAPPY ENDING and More
by Sidney Paterra - 2024-09-20 16:07:38
Video: Watch THE NOTEBOOK's Ryan Vasquez & Joy Woods Sing 'Losing My Mind' at MCC's MISCAST
by Michael Major - 2024-09-16 15:43:42
Video: Watch THE WIZ Take Its Final Broadway Bows & Perform 'Brand New Day'
by Michael Major - 2024-08-19 10:44:21
News
THE NOTEBOOK to Make Wharton Center Debut in East Lansing
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 2, 2026
THE NOTEBOOK musical will play Cobb Great Hall as part of the Broadway Series at Wharton Center, bringing the story of Allie and Noah to East Lansing for a limited engagement.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 2, 2026
THE NOTEBOOK musical will play Cobb Great Hall as part of the Broadway Series at Wharton Center, bringing the story of Allie and Noah to East Lansing for a limited engagement.
John Rubinstein and More Will Join THE NOTEBOOK North American Tour
by Stephi Wild - Aug 31, 2026
New casting has been announced for the second year of the North American Tour of THE NOTEBOOK, including John Rubinstein, Angela Birchett, Makena Jackson, and more.
by Stephi Wild - Aug 31, 2026
New casting has been announced for the second year of the North American Tour of THE NOTEBOOK, including John Rubinstein, Angela Birchett, Makena Jackson, and more.
Exclusive: New Cast and Dates Announced for THE WIZ National Tour
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 27, 2026
Crossroads Live North America, producer of the National Tour of THE WIZ, has just announced an all-new cast who will ease on down the road. THE WIZ continues to charm audiences in cities across the country, bringing the seven-time Tony Award-winning musical and the exhilarating live theatrical experience from coast to coast.
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 27, 2026
Crossroads Live North America, producer of the National Tour of THE WIZ, has just announced an all-new cast who will ease on down the road. THE WIZ continues to charm audiences in cities across the country, bringing the seven-time Tony Award-winning musical and the exhilarating live theatrical experience from coast to coast.
Timothy Bloom and Chase Parker Named 2026 Prince Fellowship Recipients
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 25, 2026
Timothy Bloom will receive The Prince Fellowship and Chase Parker will receive The Prince/TTLP Fellowship, programs supporting early-career producers in association with Columbia University School of the Arts.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 25, 2026
Timothy Bloom will receive The Prince Fellowship and Chase Parker will receive The Prince/TTLP Fellowship, programs supporting early-career producers in association with Columbia University School of the Arts.
Review: THE NOTEBOOK at The National Theatre
by Aidan O'Connor - Aug 20, 2026
The Notebook at The National Theatre remarkably utilizes Allie & Noah’s lifelong love as an emotional smokescreen for the underlying calamity, time. Guided by a sweeping score, the beloved story is somehow even more impactful in musical form.
by Aidan O'Connor - Aug 20, 2026
The Notebook at The National Theatre remarkably utilizes Allie & Noah’s lifelong love as an emotional smokescreen for the underlying calamity, time. Guided by a sweeping score, the beloved story is somehow even more impactful in musical form.
THE WIZ Tickets On Sale This Week at Overture Center
by Stephi Wild - Aug 18, 2026
Tickets for the national tour of THE WIZ will go on sale Friday, Aug. 21 at 11 a.m. for eight performances at Overture Center's Overture Hall, running Oct. 6 through Oct. 11 in Madison, Wisconsin.
by Stephi Wild - Aug 18, 2026
Tickets for the national tour of THE WIZ will go on sale Friday, Aug. 21 at 11 a.m. for eight performances at Overture Center's Overture Hall, running Oct. 6 through Oct. 11 in Madison, Wisconsin.
Tickets to THE WIZ National Tour at Proctors on Sale Now
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 12, 2026
Single tickets are on sale for The Wiz National Tour's engagement at Proctors in Schenectady, running this winter as part of the KeyBank Broadway Series.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 12, 2026
Single tickets are on sale for The Wiz National Tour's engagement at Proctors in Schenectady, running this winter as part of the KeyBank Broadway Series.
THE WIZ North American Tour to Stop at Smart Financial Centre This November
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 10, 2026
A new North American tour of THE WIZ will play a one-night-only performance at Smart Financial Centre in Sugar Land on Nov. 1, 2026, with tickets going on sale Aug. 14.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 10, 2026
A new North American tour of THE WIZ will play a one-night-only performance at Smart Financial Centre in Sugar Land on Nov. 1, 2026, with tickets going on sale Aug. 14.
Review: THE NOTEBOOK Presented by Broadway In Chicago
by Angela Lin - Aug 6, 2026
The Notebook’s company does their best with the material they’re given, but without the impactful soundtrack to accompany it, the show ultimately falls short of delivering the emotional depth you might expect or desire from a generational love story.
by Angela Lin - Aug 6, 2026
The Notebook’s company does their best with the material they’re given, but without the impactful soundtrack to accompany it, the show ultimately falls short of delivering the emotional depth you might expect or desire from a generational love story.
THE NOTEBOOK to Play Proctors in Schenectady This December
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 4, 2026
Single tickets for THE NOTEBOOK, the musical based on the Nicholas Sparks novel and film, will go on sale as part of Proctors' KeyBank Broadway Series in Schenectady.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 4, 2026
Single tickets for THE NOTEBOOK, the musical based on the Nicholas Sparks novel and film, will go on sale as part of Proctors' KeyBank Broadway Series in Schenectady.
LEGALLY BLONDE, WATER FOR ELEPHANTS and More Set for ATG San Francisco 2026/27 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 3, 2026
ATG San Francisco has revealed its lineup of special theatrical engagements coming to San Francisco throughout the 2026/27 season, including Legally Blonde, Water for Elephants and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 3, 2026
ATG San Francisco has revealed its lineup of special theatrical engagements coming to San Francisco throughout the 2026/27 season, including Legally Blonde, Water for Elephants and more.
Interview: Anne Tolpegin of THE NOTEBOOK at Nederlander Theatre
by Angela Lin - Aug 3, 2026
'Our story really reminds people of the things that we have in common that are so strong and so important. The concept of love and commitment to someone and the resilience of a life together are things that we all honor.'
by Angela Lin - Aug 3, 2026
'Our story really reminds people of the things that we have in common that are so strong and so important. The concept of love and commitment to someone and the resilience of a life together are things that we all honor.'
THE NOTEBOOK Tickets to Go on Sale at Broadway Grand Rapids
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 30, 2026
Tickets are now available for THE NOTEBOOK, the musical based on the Nicholas Sparks novel, as part of the Broadway Grand Rapids season lineup.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 30, 2026
Tickets are now available for THE NOTEBOOK, the musical based on the Nicholas Sparks novel, as part of the Broadway Grand Rapids season lineup.
Tickets to THE WIZ, SIX, BEETLEJUICE & More on Sale Now for Broadway in Wilmington 26/27 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 17, 2026
Single tickets for the Broadway in Wilmington 2026/27 season at the Playhouse on Rodney Square are now on sale, featuring The Wiz, Six, Beetlejuice, and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 17, 2026
Single tickets for the Broadway in Wilmington 2026/27 season at the Playhouse on Rodney Square are now on sale, featuring The Wiz, Six, Beetlejuice, and more.
Single Tickets to Broadway in Wilmington's 2026/2027 Season on Sale Next Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 10, 2026
The Playhouse on Rodney Square revealed that single tickets for the Broadway in Wilmington 2026/2027 season will go on sale, featuring Clue, A Beautiful Noise, Beetlejuice and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 10, 2026
The Playhouse on Rodney Square revealed that single tickets for the Broadway in Wilmington 2026/2027 season will go on sale, featuring Clue, A Beautiful Noise, Beetlejuice and more.
THE NOTEBOOK Announces Digital Lottery For Bass Performance Hall Run
by Marissa Faith Curley - Jun 20, 2026
Performing Arts Fort Worth, the non-profit owner and operator of Bass Performance Hall, has announced a digital lottery for THE NOTEBOOK, powered by Broadway Direct.
by Marissa Faith Curley - Jun 20, 2026
Performing Arts Fort Worth, the non-profit owner and operator of Bass Performance Hall, has announced a digital lottery for THE NOTEBOOK, powered by Broadway Direct.
AFLOAT Musical to Receive Developmental Reading at New Next Now
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 17, 2026
The new musical AFLOAT, directed by Schele Williams and written by Zoe Sarnak and Emily Kaczmarek, will receive an invitation-only developmental reading at Open Jar Studios featuring Gianna Harris, Alysia Velez, and Liam Pearce among others.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 17, 2026
The new musical AFLOAT, directed by Schele Williams and written by Zoe Sarnak and Emily Kaczmarek, will receive an invitation-only developmental reading at Open Jar Studios featuring Gianna Harris, Alysia Velez, and Liam Pearce among others.
Photos/Videos: Broadway Inspirational Voices, Kayla Davion, Jenn Colella & More at RISE UP, SING OUT: A CONCERT FOR THE FIRST AMENDMENT
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 15, 2026
On Sunday, June 14, the Committee for the First Amendment hosted “Rise Up, Sing Out: A Concert for the First Amendment,” a 90-minute live event of song, solidarity, and action at The Town Hall in New York City. Take a look at photos and video of the event, featuring Ayo Edebiri, Bette Midler, the Broadway Inspirational Voices, Kayla Davion, Jane Fonda, Jenn Colella, and more.
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 15, 2026
On Sunday, June 14, the Committee for the First Amendment hosted “Rise Up, Sing Out: A Concert for the First Amendment,” a 90-minute live event of song, solidarity, and action at The Town Hall in New York City. Take a look at photos and video of the event, featuring Ayo Edebiri, Bette Midler, the Broadway Inspirational Voices, Kayla Davion, Jane Fonda, Jenn Colella, and more.
Review: THE NOTEBOOK at The Peace Center
by Elizabeth Cortes - Jun 13, 2026
The beloved novel-turned film remains precisely *for* the faint of heart in stage form.
by Elizabeth Cortes - Jun 13, 2026
The beloved novel-turned film remains precisely *for* the faint of heart in stage form.
The Prince Fellowship to Open Applications for 2026 Program
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 1, 2026
The Prince Fellowship, in association with Columbia University School of the Arts, announced applications are open for its 2026 program, offering early-career producers a $10,000 stipend, a $20,000 production budget, and mentorship from industry leaders.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 1, 2026
The Prince Fellowship, in association with Columbia University School of the Arts, announced applications are open for its 2026 program, offering early-career producers a $10,000 stipend, a $20,000 production budget, and mentorship from industry leaders.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Schele Williams been in?
Schele Williams has appeared on Broadway in 3 shows.
How many West End shows has Schele Williams been in?
Schele Williams has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Schele Williams been nominated for?
and Founders Award for Excellence in Directing (Drama League Awards).
What awards has Schele Williams won?
Schele Williams received the Founders Award for Excellence in Directing from the Drama League Awards.
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