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Video: Watch Nichelle Lewis' Final 'Home' in THE WIZ

Nichelle Lewis has shared a video of her final performance of 'Home' in The Wiz, also revealing that she was battled 'the worst allergic reaction' during show's last week of performances. Lewis concluded the post by saying that she will 'see you soon.'

Photos: THE WIZ Celebrates 100 Performances on Broadway

Last night, the revival of The Wiz at the Marquis Theatre celebrated their 100th performance on Broadway. See photos of the company's celebration here.

Video: The WIZ Tiny Desk Concert Featuring Nichelle Lewis, Melody A. Betts, Alan Mingo, Jr., & More

The Broadway revival of The Wiz took part in a Tiny Desk concert, featuring the cast from the current production. Vocalists included Nichelle Lewis, Melody A. Betts, Alan Mingo, Jr., Kyle Ramar Freeman, Phillip Johnson Richardson, and Avery Wilson. Watch it now!

Listen: THE WIZ Releases 2024 Broadway Cast Recording, Available to Stream now!

The 2024 Broadway cast recording of THE WIZ is now available on all streaming platforms. Enjoy the latest renditions of this classic musical's beloved songs performed by the new Broadway cast.

Videos: Watch Music Videos For 'Be A Lion' and 'Home' From THE WIZ

Two new singles, “Be a Lion” and “Home”, have been released from the upcoming The Wiz (2024 Broadway Cast Recording) available on all streaming platforms digitally next Friday, June 14.

Photos: Common, Jennifer Hudson & Taraji P. Henson Visit THE WIZ

See photos of the celebrities that paid a visit to The Wiz on Broadway!

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld May 20, 2024

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is May 20, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed this weekend. 

Video: Watch Deborah Cox, Nichelle Lewis, & Cast of THE WIZ Perform 'He's the Wiz' on THE TODAY SHOW

As part of TODAY's 'Best of Broadway Week,' the cast of The Wiz stopped by the show on Friday to perform the song 'He's the Wiz' from the new production of the classic musical. Before the performance, Deborah Cox, who is playing Glinda and also serving as a producer, discussed the show. Watch the interview and performance now!

Wayne Brady to Depart THE WIZ, Alan Mingo Jr. Will Return to the Title Role

Alan Mingo Jr. will return to the title role of ‘The Wiz’ on Broadway beginning Thursday, June 13, 2024. Five-time Emmy winner and Grammy Award nominee Wayne Brady will play his final performance in the role of ‘The Wiz’ on Broadway at the Marquis Theatre on Wednesday, June 12, 2024.

Video: Watch the Cast of THE WIZ Perform 'Ease On Down the Road' on THE TODAY SHOW

As part of TODAY's 'Best of Broadway Week,'  the cast of The Wiz stopped by the show on Friday to perform the song 'Ease on Down the Road' from the new production of the classic musical. Before the performance, Nichelle Lewis, who is playing Dorothy, discussed The Wiz with TODAY's Hoda Katb and Savannah Guthrie. Watch the interview and performance now!

Video: Watch a Behind-the-Scenes Look at THE WIZ on TODAY

On Friday, The Today Show visited The Wiz on Broadway for a special behind-the-scenes look at the revival of the classic musical. In the interview, Wayne Brady, who plays The Wiz, talked about the formative experience of watching the 1978 film with Michael Jackson and Diana Ross. Nichelle Lewis is making her Broadway debut in the production and recalls the creative team finding her through TikTok. Watch the full interview now!

THE WIZ 2024 Broadway Cast Recording Will Be Released This Summer

The 2024 cast recording of The Wiz will be released this summer! Learn more about The Wiz here!

Photos: Stars Walk the Yellow Carpet on Opening Night of THE WIZ on Broadway

The Wiz officially opened at the Marquis Theatre and the best of broadway was on hand for the celebration. Check out photos of special guests, including original stars Stephanie Mills and Dee Dee Bridgewater, Kandi Burruss, Todd Tucker, Andy Cohen, Tamron Hall,  Leslie Uggams, and many more!

Photos: THE WIZ Cast and Creative Team Walk the Yellow Carpet on Opening Night

The talk of the town last night was The Wiz, which officially opened at the Marquis Theatre following months touring the country. The cast and creative team walked the red yellow carpet before the curtain went up and BroadwayWorld was there for the festivities.

Photos: The Cast of THE WIZ Takes Their Opening Night Bows

The Wiz officially opened on Broadway last night at the Marquis Theatre. Check out photos of the cast taking their bows here!

Review Roundup: THE WIZ Returns To Broadway!

Did critics think The Wiz was wonderful? Read the reviews as the newest Broadway revival of the classic musical opens on Broadway!

Video: Amber Ruffin Talks THE WIZ Cast's Talent and More on LATE NIGHT WITH SETH MYERS

Previews are now underway for The Wiz on Broadway, which began on March 29. Amber Ruffin, who provided additional material for the book of the anticipated revival, chatted with her old friend Seth Myers on Late Night With Seth Myers, all about the musical. Check out the video here!

THE WIZ Will Offer Digital Lottery and Rush Tickets

The Wiz will launch a $45 digital lottery and $45 in-person rush tickets beginning this week. The musical revival began previews  on Friday, March 29 at the Marquis Theatre. Learn more about how to get discount tickets to The Wiz here!

Video: Inside Rehearsal For THE WIZ on Broadway Ahead of its First Preview

All new behind-the-scenes rehearsal footage has been released for the Broadway revival of The Wiz, ahead of its first preview performance this Friday, March 29 at the Marquis Theatre. Check out the video here!

Meet the Cast of THE WIZ, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway

The Wiz is beginning previews on Broadway tonight, March 29, following its pre-Broadway national tour! Meet the cast of The Wiz here!