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Geoffrey Holder

Birth Place: TRINIDAD

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Geoffrey Holder STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
1964
Performer

[Broadway]
1964
Performer

[Broadway]
1957
Lucky

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1954
Ensemble/Other Roles

The Champion

Geoffrey Holder Productions

 
[Broadway, 1993]
Director
 
[Broadway, 1984]
Costume Designer
Director
 
[US Tour, 1978]
Director
Costume Designer
 
[Broadway, 1978]
Director/Choreographer
Choreographer
Costume Designer
Director
 
[US Tour, 1976]
Director
Costume Designer
 
[Broadway, 1975]
Costume Designer
Director
 
[Broadway, 1954]
Choreographer

Geoffrey Holder Movies

Doctor Dolittle
[ 1967 ] William Shakespeare X
Krakatoa: East of Java
[ 1968 ] Sailor
Everything You Always Wanted to Know About Sex * But Were Afraid to Ask
[ 1972 ] Sorcerer
Live and Let Die
[ 1973 ] Baron Samedi
The Noah
[ 1975 ] Friday
Swashbuckler
[ 1976 ] Cudjo
Annie
[ 1982 ] Punjab
Where Confucius Meets the New Wave
[ 1988 ] Narrator
Boomerang
[ 1992 ] Nelson
Chance or Coincidence
[ 1998 ] Owner of Soutine's Bar
Goosed
[ 1999 ] Dr. Bowman
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
[ 2005 ] Narrator
The Little Wizard: Guardian of the Magic Crystals
[ 2008 ] Narrator

Geoffrey Holder TV Shows

Bear in the Big Blue House
Ray the Sun
Tarzan
Mayko, Zwengi

Geoffrey Holder Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 1978 - Outstanding Choreography

Geoffrey Holder, Timbuktu!

Drama Desk Awards - 1978 - Outstanding Costume Design

Geoffrey Holder, Timbuktu!

Tony Awards - 1978 - Best Costume Design

Geoffrey Holder , Timbuktu!


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Drama Desk Awards - 1975 - Outstanding Costume Design

Geoffrey Holder, The Wiz

Drama Desk Awards - 1975 - Outstanding Director - Musical

Geoffrey Holder, The Wiz


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Tony Awards - 1975 - Best Costume Design

Geoffrey Holder, The Wiz


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Tony Awards - 1975 - Best Direction of a Musical

Geoffrey Holder, The Wiz

Geoffrey Holder Videos

Geoffrey Holder News


Ballet Hispánico Celebrates Eduardo Vilaro's 15th Season with World Premiere of BUSCANDO A JUAN and More


Ballet Hispánico, the nation's largest Latine/x/Hispanic dance organization recognized as one of America's Cultural Treasures, continues their 2023/24 season.

Ballet Hispánico to Continue 2023-24 Season With World Premiere & More


Ballet Hispánico continues their 2023/24 season with a year-long tour across North America and two performances in NYC.

THE WIZ Will Launch a Second Tour Leg in 2025


THE WIZ will ease on down the road once again, beginning in February 2025, with further tour dates to be announced. Learn more about the upcoming performances here!

Ballet Hispánico Hosts En Familia Matinee Kick-Off Celebration


Ballet Hispánico's En Familia Matinee Kick-Off Celebration at New York City Center was a success. The event announced new programming and featured a performance by Ballet Hispánico Company dancers.

Photos: First Look At Wayne Brady In Broadway-Bound THE WIZ


See first look photos of Emmy-winning and Grammy-nominated Wayne Brady as ‘The Wiz’ in the groundbreaking musical set to open on Broadway on Wednesday, April 17, in a limited engagement at the Marquis Theatre.

Ballet Hispánico, RBC Foundation USA and New York City Center Partner to Announce New Programming: �¿EN FAMILIA MATINEE, April 27


Join Ballet Hispánico, RBC Foundation USA, and New York City Center for the En Familia Matinee Kick-Off Celebration. Exciting new programming announced.

Ballet Hispánico, RBC Foundation USA, and New York City Center Partner for New Programming: En Familia Matinee


Ballet Hispánico will present En Familia Matinee, a special program for young audiences and their families.

All Tickets $20 For Ballet Hispánico's 4/27 En Familia Matinee


Ballet Hispánico presents En Familia Matinee, a special program for young audiences and families, featuring classic pieces from their repertoire. Tickets are $20 and available through the RBC Foundation USA and New York City Center. Don't miss the chance to meet the dancers, learn dance moves, and enjoy Caribbean beats after the show.

Photos: First Look at the Cast of Broadway-Bound THE WIZ; Tickets On Sale Now!


Tickets are now on sale to the general public for The Wiz, set to open on Broadway on Wednesday, April 17, 2024, in a limited engagement at the Marquis Theatre (210 West 46th Street). Check out all new character posters, featuring a first look at the cast, in the photos here! 

Symphony Space Adds ANNIE Singalong, FLEABAG, And More To November Lineup


Symphony Space announces program updates and additions for upcoming events and screenings. Livestream and in-person tickets available.

THE WIZ to Play Pittsburgh's Benedum Center Beginning This Month


'The Wiz' will play the Benedum Center in Pittsburgh from October 31 to November 5, 2023. Get all the details and ticket information here!

Ballet Hispánico Will Perform at the Paramount Theater


Ballet Hispánico has announced a 2023-24 Season tour stop at Paramount Theater. Learn more about the upcoming performance here!

THE WIZ Gets Broadway Dates, Plus First Look at Cast!


The all-new production of the Tony Award-winning hit musical The Wiz will open on Broadway on Wednesday, April 17, 2024, in a limited engagement at the Marquis Theatre.  Preview performances will begin on March 29. Check out an all new first look photo, as well as a video of the cast performing with the orchestra for the first time!

Deborah Cox and Lascelles Stephens of Deco Entertainment Join THE WIZ Producing Team


Entertainment company DECO Entertainment, founded by Lascelles Stephens and Deborah Cox, will join the co-producing team of the all-new production of The Wiz. Learn more about the musical here!

Emmy and Grammy-Winning Adam Blackstone Joins THE WIZ Creative Team


Emmy Award®-winning music director and Grammy Award®-winning writer, Adam Blackstone, has joined the creative team as Dance Music Arranger for the revival of The Wiz.

Tickets On Sale Friday For THE WIZ in San Francisco


Tickets for the San Francisco engagement of The Wiz will go on sale on Friday, September 22 at 10 a.m. for the four-week engagement performing at BroadwaySF’s Golden Gate Theatre. Learn more about how to get tickets here!

Common and MC Lyte Join the Producing Team For THE WIZ


Academy Award®, Grammy Award® and Emmy Award®-winning artist, actor, author and activist Common and hip-hop pioneer, actor, philanthropist, and business mogul MC Lyte will join the co-producing team of the all-new production of The Wiz. Learn more about The Wiz and how to get tickets here!

THE WIZ to Stop at Playhouse Square Ahead of its Return to Broadway


Get ready for a limited engagement of The Wiz at Playhouse Square this October. Catch the Broadway classic before its highly anticipated return. Don't miss this sensational show as it brings the magic of Oz to life.

Newcomer Nichelle Lewis Will Lead THE WIZ as Dorothy on Broadway and National Tour


Broadway newcomer Nichelle Lewis will star as “Dorothy” and lead the cast of The Wiz in the national tour this fall and Broadway return in the Spring of 2024.  Ms. Lewis who hails from Virginia was discovered via a TikTok video, and selected from more than 2,000 submissions for the coveted role.

Tony Winner Melba Moore Honored with a Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame


Award-winning performer Melba Moore will be honored on August 10, with the 2,760th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. The star will be unveiled at 1645 Vine Street near the historic corner of Hollywood & Vine. Moore will be awarded her star in the category of Live Theatre/Live Performance.

Geoffrey Holder FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Geoffrey Holder been in?

Geoffrey Holder has appeared on Broadway in 4 shows.

How many West End shows has Geoffrey Holder been in?

Geoffrey Holder has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Geoffrey Holder been nominated for?

Geoffrey Holder has been nominated for several awards, including Outstanding Choreography and Outstanding Costume Design at the Drama Desk Awards for "Timbuktu!" He was also nominated for Best Costume Design at the Tony Awards for the same show. Additionally, Holder received nominations for Outstanding Costume Design at the Drama Desk Awards and Best Costume Design at the Tony Awards for "The Wiz." He was also nominated for Outstanding Director - Musical at the Drama Desk Awards and Best Direction of a Musical at the Tony Awards for his work on "The Wiz."

What awards has Geoffrey Holder won?

Geoffrey Holder won the Outstanding Costume Design at the Drama Desk Awards for The Wiz. He also won the Best Costume Design at the Tony Awards and the Best Direction of a Musical at the Tony Awards for The Wiz.

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