Charlie Smalls
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Whitney Houston South African Concert to Air on PBS (Nov 13, 2024)
Aaron Lazar, Barbra Streisand, & More Nominated For 2025 GRAMMYS - Full List of Nominations (Nov 8, 2024)
GRAMMYs Nominate THE OUTSIDERS, SUFFS, & More For Best Musical Theatre Album (Nov 8, 2024)
Whitney Houston South African Concert to Air on PBS (Nov 13, 2024)
Aaron Lazar, Barbra Streisand, & More Nominated For 2025 GRAMMYS - Full List of Nominations (Nov 8, 2024)
GRAMMYs Nominate THE OUTSIDERS, SUFFS, & More For Best Musical Theatre Album (Nov 8, 2024)
Awards and Nominations
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Drama Desk Awards - 1975 - Outstanding Music & Lyrics
Charlie Smalls, The Wiz
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Tony Awards - 1975 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre
Charlie Smalls, The Wiz
Videos
Video: Watch THE WIZ Take Its Final Broadway Bows & Perform 'Brand New Day'
by Michael Major - Aug 19, 2024
Video: Brady, Williams, & More Discuss THE WIZ on CBS SUNDAY MORNING
by Blair Ingenthron - Apr 7, 2024
Video: Amber Ruffin Talks THE WIZ Cast's Talent and More on LATE NIGHT WITH SETH MYERS
by Stephi Wild - Apr 2, 2024
Video: Inside Rehearsal For THE WIZ on Broadway Ahead of its First Preview
by Stephi Wild - Mar 28, 2024
Video: Nichelle Lewis Performs 'Home' From THE WIZ on THE JENNIFER HUDSON SHOW
by Stephi Wild - Mar 5, 2024
Video: Watch Deborah Cox Perform 'Believe In Yourself' From THE WIZ on THE TALK
by Michael Major - Feb 26, 2024
Video: Amber Ruffin, Wayne Brady, and Brian Moreland Talk Updating THE WIZ, The Musical's Impact, and More!
by Stephi Wild - Dec 20, 2023
Video: Watch THE WIZ's Dorothy, Nichelle Lewis, Sing 'Wonder, Wonder Why'
by Michael Major - Nov 1, 2023
Video: Deborah Cox Performs 'Believe In Yourself' From THE WIZ on TAMRON HALL
by Stephi Wild - Oct 31, 2023
Video: Deborah Cox Unveils Her THE WIZ Costume Sketch on TAMRON HALL
by Michael Major - Sep 19, 2023
THE WIZ Sets Complete National Tour Route With Stops in Chicago, Los Angeles & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 8, 2023
Video: THE WIZ Celebrates 48th Anniversary- Watch Original Stars Reunite!
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 5, 2023
Celebrating Black History Month: Encores! Eases On Down the Road with THE WIZ in 2009
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 14, 2021
News
Whitney Houston South African Concert to Air on PBS
PBS has announced the broadcast of WHITNEY HOUSTON – THE CONCERT FOR A NEW SOUTH AFRICA (DURBAN) on December 1, 2024. The remastered 1994 concert will air on PBS stations and be available on PBS Passport.
PBS has announced the broadcast of WHITNEY HOUSTON – THE CONCERT FOR A NEW SOUTH AFRICA (DURBAN) on December 1, 2024. The remastered 1994 concert will air on PBS stations and be available on PBS Passport.
Aaron Lazar, Barbra Streisand, & More Nominated For 2025 GRAMMYS - Full List of Nominations
Aaron Lazar, Barbra Streisand, Ariana Grande more were nominated for GRAMMYS. Check out the full list of nominations now! The Outsiders, Suffs and more were nominated in the Best Musical Theatre Album category.
Aaron Lazar, Barbra Streisand, Ariana Grande more were nominated for GRAMMYS. Check out the full list of nominations now! The Outsiders, Suffs and more were nominated in the Best Musical Theatre Album category.
GRAMMYs Nominate THE OUTSIDERS, SUFFS, & More For Best Musical Theatre Album
The nominations for the 2025 Grammy Award for Best Musical Theatre Album have been announced. Hell's Kitchen, Merrily We Roll Along, The Outsiders, Suffs, The Notebook, and The Wiz have been nominated for Best Musical Theatre Album.
The nominations for the 2025 Grammy Award for Best Musical Theatre Album have been announced. Hell's Kitchen, Merrily We Roll Along, The Outsiders, Suffs, The Notebook, and The Wiz have been nominated for Best Musical Theatre Album.
Tickets to THE WIZ at the Citizens Opera House on Sale Now
Tickets for the Boston engagement of THE WIZ are currently on sale. THE WIZ returns “home” to stages across America in an all-new Broadway tour, the first one in 40 years.
Tickets for the Boston engagement of THE WIZ are currently on sale. THE WIZ returns “home” to stages across America in an all-new Broadway tour, the first one in 40 years.
THE WIZARD OF OZ Adaptations and Spin-Offs to Watch Before WICKED: A Guide
To prepare for the big moment of seeing the tale on screen, BroadwayWorld has put together a list of film projects that we think are worth viewing or revisiting before Wicked flies into theaters on November 22.
To prepare for the big moment of seeing the tale on screen, BroadwayWorld has put together a list of film projects that we think are worth viewing or revisiting before Wicked flies into theaters on November 22.
THE WIZ National Tour On Sale At The Bushnell September 27
The producers of the hit Broadway musical revival of The Wiz has announced that tickets for the limited engagement at The Bushnell in Hartford, Connecticut will go on sale Friday, September 27 at 10 AM.
The producers of the hit Broadway musical revival of The Wiz has announced that tickets for the limited engagement at The Bushnell in Hartford, Connecticut will go on sale Friday, September 27 at 10 AM.
Video: THE WIZ Cast Performs 'Be A Lion' in New Music Video
Nichelle Lewis and Kyle Ramar Freeman lead a new music video from The Wiz, featuring the song 'Be A Lion'. The video also features Avery Wilson as The Scarecrow and Phil as The Tinman. The video features the official audio from the show's 2024 Broadway Cast Recording.
Nichelle Lewis and Kyle Ramar Freeman lead a new music video from The Wiz, featuring the song 'Be A Lion'. The video also features Avery Wilson as The Scarecrow and Phil as The Tinman. The video features the official audio from the show's 2024 Broadway Cast Recording.
Video: Watch THE WIZ Take Its Final Broadway Bows & Perform 'Brand New Day'
Watch a video of the Broadway cast of The Wiz taking their final Broadway bows. The show's Instagram account shared a look at their final curtain call, including Deborah Cox, Nichelle Lewis, and more taking their last bow. The Marquis Theatre will next be home to Stranger Things: The First Shadow in 2025.
Watch a video of the Broadway cast of The Wiz taking their final Broadway bows. The show's Instagram account shared a look at their final curtain call, including Deborah Cox, Nichelle Lewis, and more taking their last bow. The Marquis Theatre will next be home to Stranger Things: The First Shadow in 2025.
THE WIZ Concludes Broadway Run
Broadway says goodbye to The Wiz, which takes its final bow at the Marquis Theatre Theatre following 18 previews and 142 regular performances. The venue will soon be home to Stranger Things: The First Shadow, which begins performances on March 28, 2025.
Broadway says goodbye to The Wiz, which takes its final bow at the Marquis Theatre Theatre following 18 previews and 142 regular performances. The venue will soon be home to Stranger Things: The First Shadow, which begins performances on March 28, 2025.
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.
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!
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.
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.
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!
See photos of the celebrities that paid a visit to The Wiz on Broadway!
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!
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.
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!
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!
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!
The 2024 cast recording of The Wiz will be released this summer! Learn more about The Wiz here!
MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG, CABARET & More Lead in Nominations for 2024 Drama League Awards
Read the full list of 2024 Drama League Nominations! Nominations include Cabaret, Merrily We Roll Along and more.
Read the full list of 2024 Drama League Nominations! Nominations include Cabaret, Merrily We Roll Along and more.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Charlie Smalls written?
Charlie Smalls has written 1 shows including The Wiz (Composer).
What awards has Charlie Smalls been nominated for?
Outstanding Music & Lyrics (Drama Desk Awards) for The Wiz and Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for The Wiz.
What awards has Charlie Smalls won?
Charlie Smalls has won the Outstanding Music & Lyrics award at the Drama Desk Awards for The Wiz. Additionally, he received the Tony Award for Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre for The Wiz.
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