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AT THIS PERFORMANCE... Returns To The Green Room 42 This Month

AT THIS PERFORMANCE... returns to THE GREEN ROOM 42 on September 23, 2024, featuring Broadway understudies and standbys showcasing their talents. Join for an evening of performances from emerging stars.AT THIS PERFORMANCE… will return to The Green Room 42 featuring Standbys, Understudies and Alternates from The Outsiders; Hell's Kitchen; Suffs, Once Upon A Mattress; Cats: “The Jelicle Ball”; The Wiz; and Shucked.

NYC Darkness RISING: Live 7 Block Party Returns To Harlem This Month

Broadway performers will join a Harlem block party on August 24 to raise awareness and support for mental health initiatives. Enjoy live performances and community activities aimed at promoting mental well-being.

The Cast of MJ, Lucie Arnaz, and More to Play 54 Below Next Week

Next week, 54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club and 2022 Tony Awards Honoree for Excellence in the Theatre, will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond.

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: TOMMY, THE WIZ, BACK TO THE FUTURE, HELL'S KITCHEN & More at Broadway in Bryant Park 2024

Just yesterday, July 11, 106.7 LITE FM's Broadway in Bryant Park kicked off its 2024 program, bringing the best of Broadway back together for free performances, every Thursday in July. Check out video highlights 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!

Photos: Casts of HELL'S KITCHEN, BACK TO THE FUTURE & More at Broadway in Bryant Park

Just yesterday, July 11, 106.7 LITE FM's Broadway in Bryant Park kicked off its 2024 program, bringing the best of Broadway back together for free performances, every Thursday in July. Check out photos from inside the big day here!

Casts of TOMMY, WATER FOR ELEPHANTS & More Will Perform Today at Broadway in Bryant Park

Performances will include the casts of The Who's Tommy, Water for Elephants, The Wiz, Back to the Future, and Hell's Kitchen.

Linda Eder, Laura and Linda Benanti, and More to Play 54 Below Next Month

Next month, 54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club & Private Event Destination, will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond.

Exclusive: THE WIZ Cast Eases On Down to Broadway Sessions

Performers included: Christina A Jones ('Day Dreaming'), Keenan D Washington ('It's Hard to Speak My Heart'), Jay Copeland ('Heal'), Matthew Sims Jr. ('Independently Owned'), Polanco Jones Jr. (original song), Anthony Murphy ('Fifty Percent'), and Amber Jackson (original song), with young singers Devin DeAngelis ('Purpose'), Spencer Orton ('Do You Remember?') and Anya Fox ('Kiny of Anything'). 

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.

Alex Newell, Lorna Courtney, and More Will Perform at the BROADWAY CELEBRATES JUNETEENTH Concert

The performer lineup has been announced for the Broadway League’s Broadway Celebrates Juneteenth concert. Learn more about who will be performing here!

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!

THE WIZ Cast Eases On Down To BROADWAY SESSIONS Next Week

Ben Cameron's Broadway Sessions at The Green Room 42 on May 23 will feature cast members from the hit Broadway revival of THE WIZ.

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!