Geoffrey Holder
Birth Place: TRINIDAD
Latest News on Geoffrey Holder:
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater to Conclude National Tour at NJPAC in 2026 (Feb 25, 2026)
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater to Launch 20-City U.S. Tour Under New Artistic Director (Jan 30, 2026)
THE WIZ Comes to Austin With Tickets on Sale Friday (Jan 29, 2026)
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater to Conclude National Tour at NJPAC in 2026 (Feb 25, 2026)
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater to Launch 20-City U.S. Tour Under New Artistic Director (Jan 30, 2026)
THE WIZ Comes to Austin With Tickets on Sale Friday (Jan 29, 2026)
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STAGE CREDITS
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1954
Ensemble/Other Roles
The Champion
Ensemble/Other Roles
The Champion
Productions
Movies
Doctor Dolittle
[ 1967 ] William Shakespeare X
[ 1967 ] William Shakespeare X
Krakatoa: East of Java
[ 1968 ] Sailor
[ 1968 ] Sailor
Everything You Always Wanted to Know About Sex * But Were Afraid to Ask
[ 1972 ] Sorcerer
[ 1972 ] Sorcerer
Live and Let Die
[ 1973 ] Baron Samedi
[ 1973 ] Baron Samedi
The Noah
[ 1975 ] Friday
[ 1975 ] Friday
Swashbuckler
[ 1976 ] Cudjo
[ 1976 ] Cudjo
Annie
[ 1982 ] Punjab
[ 1982 ] Punjab
Where Confucius Meets the New Wave
[ 1988 ] Narrator
[ 1988 ] Narrator
Boomerang
[ 1992 ] Nelson
[ 1992 ] Nelson
Chance or Coincidence
[ 1998 ] Owner of Soutine's Bar
[ 1998 ] Owner of Soutine's Bar
Goosed
[ 1999 ] Dr. Bowman
[ 1999 ] Dr. Bowman
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
[ 2005 ] Narrator
[ 2005 ] Narrator
The Little Wizard: Guardian of the Magic Crystals
[ 2008 ] Narrator
[ 2008 ] Narrator
TV Shows
Bear in the Big Blue House
Ray the Sun
Ray the Sun
Tarzan
Mayko, Zwengi
Mayko, Zwengi
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!
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1975 - Outstanding Costume Design
Geoffrey Holder, The Wiz
Drama Desk Awards - 1975 - Outstanding Director - Musical
Geoffrey Holder, The Wiz
winner
Tony Awards - 1975 - Best Costume Design
Geoffrey Holder, The Wiz
winner
Tony Awards - 1975 - Best Direction of a Musical
Geoffrey Holder, The Wiz
Videos
Video: Watch Jessica Lee Goldyn Perform 'Music & the Mirror' The York Theatre 2025 Spring Gala
by Michael Major - 2025-03-25 11:43:58
THE WIZ Sets Complete National Tour Route With Stops in Chicago, Los Angeles & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2023-05-08 11:49:25
TV: THE WIZ 'FLIPS' On Down The Road: Backstage with James Monroe Iglehart
by Eddie Varley - 2009-07-03 13:49:09
TV: Broadway Beat Special Sneak - In Rehearsal with 'Encores! Summer Stars THE WIZ'
by Eddie Varley - 2009-05-29 21:34:01
TV: Encores! Summer Stars THE WIZ Sneak Peek - Ashanti Sings 'Home'
by Eddie Varley - 2009-05-20 22:18:37
News
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater to Conclude National Tour at NJPAC in 2026
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 25, 2026
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater will conclude its 20-city U.S. tour with performances at New Jersey Performing Arts Center in Newark. The event marks the inaugural season under new Artistic Director Alicia Graf Mack.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 25, 2026
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater will conclude its 20-city U.S. tour with performances at New Jersey Performing Arts Center in Newark. The event marks the inaugural season under new Artistic Director Alicia Graf Mack.
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater to Launch 20-City U.S. Tour Under New Artistic Director
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 30, 2026
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater will grace stages across the United States during a 20-city coast-to-coast United States tour, starring in Washington, DC and continuing to cities including Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Houston, and Los Angeles.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 30, 2026
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater will grace stages across the United States during a 20-city coast-to-coast United States tour, starring in Washington, DC and continuing to cities including Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Houston, and Los Angeles.
THE WIZ Comes to Austin With Tickets on Sale Friday
by Stephi Wild - Jan 29, 2026
The Tony Award-winning Best Musical that took the world by storm is back and coming to Austin. Tickets for The Wiz will go on sale Friday, Jan. 30, for eight performances from May 12 to 17 at Bass Concert Hall.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 29, 2026
The Tony Award-winning Best Musical that took the world by storm is back and coming to Austin. Tickets for The Wiz will go on sale Friday, Jan. 30, for eight performances from May 12 to 17 at Bass Concert Hall.
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater to Showcase Six New Works at The Auditorium
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 22, 2026
World renowned ambassadors of Dance and Culture, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater returns to its Chicago home – The Auditorium, Chicago's Landmark stage at 50 E. Ida B. Wells Drive – with four dynamic performances debuting six new works, April 24-26, 2026.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 22, 2026
World renowned ambassadors of Dance and Culture, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater returns to its Chicago home – The Auditorium, Chicago's Landmark stage at 50 E. Ida B. Wells Drive – with four dynamic performances debuting six new works, April 24-26, 2026.
Dancer and Actor Carmen de Lavallade Dies at 94
by Stephi Wild - Jan 2, 2026
BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that actress, choreographer, and dancer Carmen de Lavallade has died at age 94. Learn more about her and read the full obituary here.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 2, 2026
BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that actress, choreographer, and dancer Carmen de Lavallade has died at age 94. Learn more about her and read the full obituary here.
Review: ALVIN AILEY AMERICAN DANCE THEATER-A Fabulous “All New Premiere Night”
by Marina Kennedy - Dec 22, 2025
We had the pleasure of attending the “All New Premiere Night” by Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater at New York City Center on Thursday, December 18th.
by Marina Kennedy - Dec 22, 2025
We had the pleasure of attending the “All New Premiere Night” by Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater at New York City Center on Thursday, December 18th.
THE WIZ National Tour is Coming to San Jose’s Center for the Performing Arts
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 11, 2025
THE WIZ is back and coming to San Jose’s Center for the Performing Arts for a limited engagement. The musical features a book by William F. Brown and a Tony Award-winning score by Charlie Smalls (and others).
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 11, 2025
THE WIZ is back and coming to San Jose’s Center for the Performing Arts for a limited engagement. The musical features a book by William F. Brown and a Tony Award-winning score by Charlie Smalls (and others).
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater Kicks Off Milestone Season With Opening Night Gala
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 26, 2025
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater‘s 2025-26 season–which raises the curtain on AILEY's next era under the leadership of new Artistic Director Alicia Graf Mack, the renowned dancer and educator.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 26, 2025
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater‘s 2025-26 season–which raises the curtain on AILEY's next era under the leadership of new Artistic Director Alicia Graf Mack, the renowned dancer and educator.
THE WIZ National Tour is Coming to The North Charleston PAC
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 11, 2025
Everybody look around! The Wiz is back and coming to the North Charleston Performing Arts Center. This groundbreaking twist on The Wizard of Oz changed the face of Broadway, with its iconic score packed with soul, gospel, rock, and 70s funk.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 11, 2025
Everybody look around! The Wiz is back and coming to the North Charleston Performing Arts Center. This groundbreaking twist on The Wizard of Oz changed the face of Broadway, with its iconic score packed with soul, gospel, rock, and 70s funk.
Tickets to THE WIZ in Portland to go on Sale Next Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 15, 2025
Tckets for the Portland, OR engagement of The Wiz will go on sale Monday, October 20 at 10 AM. Learn more about the Portland engagement and see how to purchase tickets here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 15, 2025
Tckets for the Portland, OR engagement of The Wiz will go on sale Monday, October 20 at 10 AM. Learn more about the Portland engagement and see how to purchase tickets here!
FIREBIRD And More Set for Dance Theatre of Harlem 2026 New York Season at City Center
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 29, 2025
Dance Theatre of Harlem will return to New York City Center April 16–19, 2026, featuring the revival of Firebird alongside works by Robert Garland, William Forsythe, and Jodie Gates.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 29, 2025
Dance Theatre of Harlem will return to New York City Center April 16–19, 2026, featuring the revival of Firebird alongside works by Robert Garland, William Forsythe, and Jodie Gates.
Interview: Cartreze Tucker of BACK TO THE FUTURE: THE MUSICAL at The Fox Theatre
by Joseph Harrison - Sep 15, 2025
Georgia native Cartreze Tucker returns home as Goldie Wilson and Marvin Berry in the national tour of BACK TO THE FUTURE: THE MUSICAL, which is opening production of the 2025 – 2026 Regions Bank Broadway in Atlanta season and plays at The Fox Theatre September 23 - 27.
by Joseph Harrison - Sep 15, 2025
Georgia native Cartreze Tucker returns home as Goldie Wilson and Marvin Berry in the national tour of BACK TO THE FUTURE: THE MUSICAL, which is opening production of the 2025 – 2026 Regions Bank Broadway in Atlanta season and plays at The Fox Theatre September 23 - 27.
Works & Process to Present Dance Theatre of Harlem: ART OF THE DUET with Rotunda Dance Party
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 26, 2025
Works & Process will present Dance Theatre of Harlem: Art of the Duet on Monday, September 22, 2025 at the Guggenheim Museum in New York City. Performances will be held in the Peter B. Lewis Theater.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 26, 2025
Works & Process will present Dance Theatre of Harlem: Art of the Duet on Monday, September 22, 2025 at the Guggenheim Museum in New York City. Performances will be held in the Peter B. Lewis Theater.
Tickets to THE WIZ at Chrysler Hall Are On Sale Now
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 18, 2025
Tickets for the Norfolk engagement of The Wiz are now on eight performances at Chrysler Hall. Learn more about the national tour and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 18, 2025
Tickets for the Norfolk engagement of The Wiz are now on eight performances at Chrysler Hall. Learn more about the national tour and see how to purchase tickets.
City Center Unveils Dance Lineup for 2025 - 2026 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 20, 2025
NEW YORK CITY CENTER will present the largest number of dance engagements in the institution’s recent history as part of the 2025 – 2026 Season. See the lineup here and learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 20, 2025
NEW YORK CITY CENTER will present the largest number of dance engagements in the institution’s recent history as part of the 2025 – 2026 Season. See the lineup here and learn more!
THE WIZ Tickets on Sale At Broadway Dallas on March 28
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 25, 2025
Tickets for the Dallas, Texas engagement of THE WIZ will go on sale Friday, March 28 for 16 performances from September 9-21 at the Music Hall at Fair Park as part of the 2024/2025 Broadway series presented by Broadway Dallas.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 25, 2025
Tickets for the Dallas, Texas engagement of THE WIZ will go on sale Friday, March 28 for 16 performances from September 9-21 at the Music Hall at Fair Park as part of the 2024/2025 Broadway series presented by Broadway Dallas.
Video: Watch Jessica Lee Goldyn Perform 'Music & the Mirror' The York Theatre 2025 Spring Gala
by Michael Major - Mar 25, 2025
Jessica Lee Goldyn has shared a video of her performance of 'The Music & the Mirror' from A Chorus Line at the York Theatre 2025 Spring Gala. Watch her perform the Michael Bennett-staged musical number below, along with Tony Yazbeck as Zach.
by Michael Major - Mar 25, 2025
Jessica Lee Goldyn has shared a video of her performance of 'The Music & the Mirror' from A Chorus Line at the York Theatre 2025 Spring Gala. Watch her perform the Michael Bennett-staged musical number below, along with Tony Yazbeck as Zach.
Karen Ziemba and Jelani Remy to Join York Theatre Spring Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 6, 2025
The York Theatre has revealed addition performers for their Spring Gala, a special one-night-only concert, including Karen Ziemba, Jelani Remy and more. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 6, 2025
The York Theatre has revealed addition performers for their Spring Gala, a special one-night-only concert, including Karen Ziemba, Jelani Remy and more. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Review: BACKSTAGE BABBLE Brought Flops Back to Life at 54 Below
by Andrew Poretz - Feb 25, 2025
Charles Kirsch’s latest Backstage Babble was a fun resurrection of songs from mostly flop shows that quickly failed on Broadway or out of town. The theme was inspired by Joe Allen's “flop wall” of posters from shows that closed in the first week.
by Andrew Poretz - Feb 25, 2025
Charles Kirsch’s latest Backstage Babble was a fun resurrection of songs from mostly flop shows that quickly failed on Broadway or out of town. The theme was inspired by Joe Allen's “flop wall” of posters from shows that closed in the first week.
Ben Vereen, Christine Pedi, and Tony Yazbeck to Join York Theatre Spring Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 12, 2025
The York Theatre will present their Spring Gala, a special one-night-only concert featuring Ben Vereen, Christine Pedi, and Tony Yazbeck. Learn more about the event and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 12, 2025
The York Theatre will present their Spring Gala, a special one-night-only concert featuring Ben Vereen, Christine Pedi, and Tony Yazbeck. Learn more about the event and see how to purchase tickets.
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?
Outstanding Choreography (Drama Desk Awards) for Timbuktu!, Outstanding Costume Design (Drama Desk Awards) for Timbuktu!, Best Costume Design (Tony Awards) for Timbuktu!, Outstanding Costume Design (Drama Desk Awards) for The Wiz, Outstanding Director - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for The Wiz, Best Costume Design (Tony Awards) for The Wiz and Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for The Wiz.
What awards has Geoffrey Holder won?
Geoffrey Holder won the Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Costume Design for The Wiz. He also received two Tony Awards for The Wiz: Best Costume Design and Best Direction of a Musical.
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