This groundbreaking twist on The Wizard of Oz changed the face of Broadway—from its iconic score packed with soul, gospel, rock and 70s funk to its stirring tale of Dorothy’s journey to find her place in a contemporary world.
- Charlie Smalls
- George Faison
- L. Frank Baum
- Luther Vandross
- Timothy Graphenreed
- William F. Brown
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Tony Awards and Nominations for The Wiz
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| 1975 | Best Musical | Winner |
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David Sedaris (10/20/25-10/20/25)
Blippi: Join the Band Tour! (10/12/25-10/12/25)
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The Girl Who Drank The Moon
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The Cake
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Legacies of the Twin Cities
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How to Catch Creation
Theatre in the Round (1/16 - 2/8)
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If You Give A Mouse A Cookie
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