Amber Ruffin
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New York Stage And Film Reveals 2024 Filmmakers' Workshop Participants & 2024 Awards Recipients (Jul 18, 2024)
Ensemble Arts And The Philadelphia Orchestra Announces 2024-25 Family Discovery Series (Jul 16, 2024)
Photos: THE WIZ Celebrates 100 Performances on Broadway (Jul 13, 2024)
New York Stage And Film Reveals 2024 Filmmakers' Workshop Participants & 2024 Awards Recipients (Jul 18, 2024)
Ensemble Arts And The Philadelphia Orchestra Announces 2024-25 Family Discovery Series (Jul 16, 2024)
Photos: THE WIZ Celebrates 100 Performances on Broadway (Jul 13, 2024)
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Drama Desk Awards - 2023 - Outstanding Book of a Musical
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Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2023 - Outstanding Book of a Musical
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Tony Awards - 2023 - Best Book of a Musical
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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: 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
Photos & Video: Brian Stokes Mitchell, Julia Lester & More On Display in The Fifth Avenue Portrait Collection by Alexa Meade
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 22, 2023
Video: Deborah Cox Unveils Her THE WIZ Costume Sketch on TAMRON HALL
by Michael Major - Sep 19, 2023
Video: J. Harrison Ghee Opens Up About Making Broadway History With SOME LIKE IT HOT on CBS' 'Road to the Tonys'
by Michael Major - Jun 9, 2023
Amber Ruffin News
New York Stage And Film Reveals 2024 Filmmakers' Workshop Participants & 2024 Awards Recipients
New York Stage and Film announces participants for the 2024 Filmmakers' Workshop and recipients of the 2024 Awards, highlighting emerging talent and their contributions to film and theater.
New York Stage and Film announces participants for the 2024 Filmmakers' Workshop and recipients of the 2024 Awards, highlighting emerging talent and their contributions to film and theater.
Ensemble Arts And The Philadelphia Orchestra Announces 2024-25 Family Discovery Series
Ensemble Arts and The Philadelphia Orchestra reveal their 2024-25 Family Discovery Series, featuring holiday spectaculars, returning Broadway favorites, and family-friendly orchestra concerts.
Ensemble Arts and The Philadelphia Orchestra reveal their 2024-25 Family Discovery Series, featuring holiday spectaculars, returning Broadway favorites, and family-friendly orchestra concerts.
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!
Margaret Cho, Amber Ruffin & More to be Featured in New York Stage and Film 2024 Summer Season
New York Stage and Film has revealed additional casting for its 2024 Summer Season at Marist College, kicking off this July in Poughkeepsie, NY. Learn how to purchase tickets.
New York Stage and Film has revealed additional casting for its 2024 Summer Season at Marist College, kicking off this July in Poughkeepsie, NY. Learn how to purchase tickets.
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.
Jane Austen's EMMA: AN IMMERSIVE LOVE STORY to Open in July
Majestic Repertory Theatre will complete its Eighth Season of original live theatre in the Las Vegas Arts District with Jane Austen's EMMA, an “immersive love story” adapted and directed by Troy Heard.
Majestic Repertory Theatre will complete its Eighth Season of original live theatre in the Las Vegas Arts District with Jane Austen's EMMA, an “immersive love story” adapted and directed by Troy Heard.
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.
SOME LIKE IT HOT Is Coming To The Fisher Theatre This October 1
Experience the musical SOME LIKE IT HOT at the Fisher Theatre from October 1-13.
Experience the musical SOME LIKE IT HOT at the Fisher Theatre from October 1-13.
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!
Amber Ruffin's BIGFOOT! THE MUSICAL is Coming to The Hollywood Fringe
Amber Ruffin's Bigfoot is coming to the Hollywood Fringe. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.
Amber Ruffin's Bigfoot is coming to the Hollywood Fringe. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.
Amber Ruffin & Kevin Sciretta's BIGFOOT & More Set for New York Stage And Film 2024 Summer Season
New York Stage and Film has revealed the 2024 summer season at Marist College. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets!
New York Stage and Film has revealed the 2024 summer season at Marist College. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets!
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!
Tickets For SOME LIKE IT HOT at Proctors Go on Sale This Week
Proctors announced that single tickets for the upcoming engagement of SOME LIKE IT HOT in Schenectady will go on sale 10 a.m. Thursday, May 2.
Proctors announced that single tickets for the upcoming engagement of SOME LIKE IT HOT in Schenectady will go on sale 10 a.m. Thursday, May 2.
Subscriptions on Sale For Smith Center Broadway Season
The Smith Center for the Performing Arts, will offer a limited number of subscriptions to its latest lineup of Broadway productions – the 2024-2025 season of its popular and acclaimed Toyota Broadway Las Vegas Series.
The Smith Center for the Performing Arts, will offer a limited number of subscriptions to its latest lineup of Broadway productions – the 2024-2025 season of its popular and acclaimed Toyota Broadway Las Vegas Series.
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.
Amber Ruffin FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Amber Ruffin written?
Amber Ruffin has written 1 shows including Some Like It Hot (Bookwriter).
What awards has Amber Ruffin been nominated for?
Amber Ruffin has been nominated for the following awards: - Outstanding Book of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Some Like it Hot - Outstanding Book of a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Some Like it Hot - Best Book of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Some Like It Hot.
What awards has Amber Ruffin won?
Amber Ruffin won the Outstanding Book of a Musical award at the Drama Desk Awards for "Some Like it Hot."
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