Schele Williams
Latest News on Schele Williams:
Videos: Watch Music Videos For 'Be A Lion' and 'Home' From THE WIZ (Jun 7, 2024)
Applications Now Open for the 2024 Prince Fellowship (Jun 6, 2024)
Alicia Keys, Linda Twine, and Maxine Williams Will Be Honored at the 2024 Black Theatre United Gala (Jun 5, 2024)
Videos: Watch Music Videos For 'Be A Lion' and 'Home' From THE WIZ (Jun 7, 2024)
Applications Now Open for the 2024 Prince Fellowship (Jun 6, 2024)
Alicia Keys, Linda Twine, and Maxine Williams Will Be Honored at the 2024 Black Theatre United Gala (Jun 5, 2024)
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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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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
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05/14/2024
From: Photos: The New Dramatists Honor Michael Greif at Annual Luncheon
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Schele Williams STAGE CREDITS
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Original Broadway Production, 2000
Ensemble
Nehebka
Aida (Standby) [Replacement]
Aida (Understudy)
Schele Williams Productions
Schele Williams Awards and Nominations
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Drama League Awards - 2024 - Founders Award for Excellence in Directing
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Schele Williams Videos
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: Behind The Scenes Of Schele Williams Directed AIDA in the Netherlands
by Joshua Wright - Mar 27, 2024
Video: Ingrid Michaelson, Bekah Brunstetter, and More Talk THE NOTEBOOK on CBS SUNDAY MORNING
by Blair Ingenthron - Mar 17, 2024
Video: Meet the New Director/Activist/Author Extraordinaire of the Season- Schele Williams
by Backstage Live with Richard Ridge - Mar 6, 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: THE WIZ Producer Brian Moreland Talks Upcoming Broadway Revival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 29, 2023
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
Schele Williams News
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.
Applications Now Open for the 2024 Prince Fellowship
Applications are now open for the 2024 Prince Fellowship program. Learn how to apply.
Applications are now open for the 2024 Prince Fellowship program. Learn how to apply.
Alicia Keys, Linda Twine, and Maxine Williams Will Be Honored at the 2024 Black Theatre United Gala
Black Theatre United will host its second annual Gala on Monday, September 30, 2024 at the Ziegfeld Ballroom in New York. Learn more about how to attend here!
Black Theatre United will host its second annual Gala on Monday, September 30, 2024 at the Ziegfeld Ballroom in New York. Learn more about how to attend here!
Listen: Ingrid Michaelson Shares Early Draft of 'My Days' From THE NOTEBOOK The Musical
Ingrid Michaelson has taken to TikTok to share an early draft of the song My Days from The Notebook The Musical. Listen to the clip here!
Ingrid Michaelson has taken to TikTok to share an early draft of the song My Days from The Notebook The Musical. Listen to the clip here!
Bebe Neuwirth, Huey Lewis, Jeremy Jordan, and More Set for 2024 Broadway Teachers Workshop
Celebrating its 24th year, the Broadway Teachers Workshop is an enormously popular three-day series of interactive workshops and seminars with prominent Broadway artists, tickets to four (4) hit shows, and post-show discussions with cast and crew.
Celebrating its 24th year, the Broadway Teachers Workshop is an enormously popular three-day series of interactive workshops and seminars with prominent Broadway artists, tickets to four (4) hit shows, and post-show discussions with cast and crew.
Photos: Sara Bareilles Visits Ingrid Michaelson at THE NOTEBOOK
The Schoenfeld Theatre just welcomed a very special guest! Sara Bareilles visited her pal Ingrid Michaelson at The Notebook and posed backstage with the cast afterwards. Check out photos here.
The Schoenfeld Theatre just welcomed a very special guest! Sara Bareilles visited her pal Ingrid Michaelson at The Notebook and posed backstage with the cast afterwards. Check out photos here.
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!
Photos: Maria Friedman and More Honored At the Women on Broadway Dinner
Creative Artists Agency recently hosted its inaugural Women on Broadway dinner in New York. The dinner celebrated the record-breaking contributions of the women who made the 2023-2024 Broadway season a success. See photos from the event.
Creative Artists Agency recently hosted its inaugural Women on Broadway dinner in New York. The dinner celebrated the record-breaking contributions of the women who made the 2023-2024 Broadway season a success. See photos from the event.
Photos: Sutton Foster, LaChanze, Eden Espinosa, Joshua Henry, and More Attend the WP Theater Gala
The WP Theater Gala was held last night, celebrating more than 40 years of extraordinary women in theater. BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out photos from the event here!
The WP Theater Gala was held last night, celebrating more than 40 years of extraordinary women in theater. BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out photos from the event here!
Feature: The VIPS Behind The Curtain at the Ziegfeld Ballroom!
The 2024 Drama League Awards were held on May 17th at the Ziegfeld Ballroom in New York City, marking a spectacular celebration of theatrical excellence!
The 2024 Drama League Awards were held on May 17th at the Ziegfeld Ballroom in New York City, marking a spectacular celebration of theatrical excellence!
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!
Sarah Paulson, HELL'S KITCHEN & More Win 2024 Drama League Awards - See the Full List
The best of Broadway gathers to celebrate the 90th Annual Drama League Awards. BroadwayWorld we be bringing you live updates from inside the ceremony. Check back to find out who takes home the top prizes!
The best of Broadway gathers to celebrate the 90th Annual Drama League Awards. BroadwayWorld we be bringing you live updates from inside the ceremony. Check back to find out who takes home the top prizes!
Video: Joy Woods, Maryann Plunkett & More Perform 'I Wanna Go Back' from THE NOTEBOOK
As part of TODAY's 'Best of Broadway Week,' writer Ingrid Michaelson and the cast of The Notebook stopped by the show on Thursday to perform songs from the newly Tony-nominated musical. Jordan Tyson, Joy Woods, Maryann Plunkett, and other members of the cast joined the stage to sing the highly emotional number 'I Wanna Go Back'. Watch the performance now!
As part of TODAY's 'Best of Broadway Week,' writer Ingrid Michaelson and the cast of The Notebook stopped by the show on Thursday to perform songs from the newly Tony-nominated musical. Jordan Tyson, Joy Woods, Maryann Plunkett, and other members of the cast joined the stage to sing the highly emotional number 'I Wanna Go Back'. Watch the performance now!
Video: Watch the Cast of THE NOTEBOOK Perform a Medley of Songs on TODAY
As part of TODAY's 'Best of Broadway Week,' writer Ingrid Michaelson and the cast of The Notebook stopped by the show on Thursday to perform a medley of songs from the newly Tony-nominated musical. Before the performance, Michaelson and Tony nominees Maryann Plunkett and Dorian Harewood discussed the show with the hosts of the morning show. Watch the interview and performance here!
As part of TODAY's 'Best of Broadway Week,' writer Ingrid Michaelson and the cast of The Notebook stopped by the show on Thursday to perform a medley of songs from the newly Tony-nominated musical. Before the performance, Michaelson and Tony nominees Maryann Plunkett and Dorian Harewood discussed the show with the hosts of the morning show. Watch the interview and performance here!
Photos: The New Dramatists Honor Michael Greif at Annual Luncheon
The New Dramatists recently hosted its Annual Spring Luncheon Tribute on Tuesday, May 14 at the New York Marriott Marquis. See photos from inside the event.
The New Dramatists recently hosted its Annual Spring Luncheon Tribute on Tuesday, May 14 at the New York Marriott Marquis. See photos from inside the event.
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!
Daniel Radcliffe, Lindsay Mendez, Jim Parsons & More to Present at 90th Drama League Awards
See the stars who are presenting at the 90th annual Drama Desk Awards. Learn more about the awards!
See the stars who are presenting at the 90th annual Drama Desk Awards. Learn more about the awards!
THE NOTEBOOK's Ingrid Michaelson Offers Solace to Those Overlooked by the Tonys
On her Instagram page, Ingrid Michaelson, the composer of 'The Notebook,' shared a message of comfort for fellow artists and productions who might have felt overlooked by this year's Tony nominations.
On her Instagram page, Ingrid Michaelson, the composer of 'The Notebook,' shared a message of comfort for fellow artists and productions who might have felt overlooked by this year's Tony nominations.
Schele Williams 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?
Schele Williams has been nominated for the Founders Award for Excellence in Directing at the Drama League Awards.
What awards has Schele Williams won?
Schele Williams has won the Founders Award for Excellence in Directing at the Drama League Awards.
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