George Faison
George Faison is an actor, composer, bookwriter whose BroadwayWorld credits include Purlie, Tin Pan Alley Rag, and for colored girls who have considered suicide/ when the rainbow is enuf. Awards include Drama Desk Awards for The Wiz (1975).
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STAGE CREDITS
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[Off-Broadway, 2000]
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[Broadway, 1976]
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Awards and Nominations
Tony Awards - 1983 - Best Choreography
George Faison, Porgy and Bess
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Drama Desk Awards - 1975 - Outstanding Choreography
George Faison, The Wiz
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Tony Awards - 1975 - Best Choreography
George Faison, The Wiz
Videos
Video: Alvin Ailey Celebrates At Opening Night Gala Featuring Honorary Chair And Honored Guest Ciara
by A.A. Cristi - 2025-12-04 21:17:53
THE WIZ Sets Complete National Tour Route With Stops in Chicago, Los Angeles & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2023-05-08 11:49:25
STAGE TUBE: Watch Highlights of Ebony Jo-Ann Celebrates New CD 'Please Save Your Love for Me' at Sugar Bar in April
by Louisa Brady - 2016-04-10 18:54:12
News
Exclusive: New Cast and Dates Announced for THE WIZ National Tour
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 27, 2026
Crossroads Live North America, producer of the National Tour of THE WIZ, has just announced an all-new cast who will ease on down the road. THE WIZ continues to charm audiences in cities across the country, bringing the seven-time Tony Award-winning musical and the exhilarating live theatrical experience from coast to coast.
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 27, 2026
Crossroads Live North America, producer of the National Tour of THE WIZ, has just announced an all-new cast who will ease on down the road. THE WIZ continues to charm audiences in cities across the country, bringing the seven-time Tony Award-winning musical and the exhilarating live theatrical experience from coast to coast.
THE WIZ Tickets On Sale This Week at Overture Center
by Stephi Wild - Aug 18, 2026
Tickets for the national tour of THE WIZ will go on sale Friday, Aug. 21 at 11 a.m. for eight performances at Overture Center's Overture Hall, running Oct. 6 through Oct. 11 in Madison, Wisconsin.
by Stephi Wild - Aug 18, 2026
Tickets for the national tour of THE WIZ will go on sale Friday, Aug. 21 at 11 a.m. for eight performances at Overture Center's Overture Hall, running Oct. 6 through Oct. 11 in Madison, Wisconsin.
THE WIZ North American Tour to Stop at Smart Financial Centre This November
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 10, 2026
A new North American tour of THE WIZ will play a one-night-only performance at Smart Financial Centre in Sugar Land on Nov. 1, 2026, with tickets going on sale Aug. 14.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 10, 2026
A new North American tour of THE WIZ will play a one-night-only performance at Smart Financial Centre in Sugar Land on Nov. 1, 2026, with tickets going on sale Aug. 14.
Stephanie Pope Will Return to 54 Below with LIVIN' IT UP! Directed by Ben Vereen
by Stephi Wild - Apr 20, 2026
Stephanie Pope brings LIVIN' IT UP! back to 54 Below for a third time, directed by Tony winner Ben Vereen, featuring songs from CHICAGO, HADESTOWN, and stories of Broadway legends.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 20, 2026
Stephanie Pope brings LIVIN' IT UP! back to 54 Below for a third time, directed by Tony winner Ben Vereen, featuring songs from CHICAGO, HADESTOWN, and stories of Broadway legends.
Stephanie Pope Will Bring LIVIN' IT UP To Catalina Jazz Club, Directed By Ben Vereen
by Stephi Wild - Apr 20, 2026
Broadway veteran Stephanie Pope will bring her critically acclaimed show LIVIN' IT UP to Catalina Jazz Club in Hollywood, directed by Tony winner Ben Vereen, featuring songs from CHICAGO, HADESTOWN, and more.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 20, 2026
Broadway veteran Stephanie Pope will bring her critically acclaimed show LIVIN' IT UP to Catalina Jazz Club in Hollywood, directed by Tony winner Ben Vereen, featuring songs from CHICAGO, HADESTOWN, and more.
Photos: JOE TURNER'S COME AND GONE's Debbie Allen Celebrates Oscar Honor
by Bruce Glikas - Feb 26, 2026
Tony Award-nominee Debbie Allen was recently honored with an Academy Honorary Award. An event was held to celebrate Allen's honor, featuring cast members from Joe Turner's Come and Gone, and more. Check out photos here!
by Bruce Glikas - Feb 26, 2026
Tony Award-nominee Debbie Allen was recently honored with an Academy Honorary Award. An event was held to celebrate Allen's honor, featuring cast members from Joe Turner's Come and Gone, and more. Check out photos here!
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.
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).
Video: Alvin Ailey Celebrates At Opening Night Gala Featuring Honorary Chair And Honored Guest Ciara
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 4, 2025
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater has opened its 2025–26 season with a gala evening honoring Board Chair Daria L. Wallach and featuring appearances by Ciara and Colman Domingo. See video from inside the celebration.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 4, 2025
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater has opened its 2025–26 season with a gala evening honoring Board Chair Daria L. Wallach and featuring appearances by Ciara and Colman Domingo. See video from inside the celebration.
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.
New Short Film Celebrates 50 Years of THE WIZ with Original Stars Dee Dee Bridgewater and Joni Palmer
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 5, 2025
Fifty years after The Wiz premiered on Broadway, a new short film is revisiting the landmark musical through the voices of two of its original cast members: Director Samira Fuller-Farquhar’s If You Believe.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 5, 2025
Fifty years after The Wiz premiered on Broadway, a new short film is revisiting the landmark musical through the voices of two of its original cast members: Director Samira Fuller-Farquhar’s If You Believe.
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!
Ben Vereen Will Direct Stephanie Pope at 54 Below
by Stephi Wild - Aug 18, 2025
54 Below and Tony Award-winning star, Ben Vereen, will present Stephanie Pope: Livin’ It Up! Pope returns, after her critically acclaimed 54 Below debut back in June with her show, Stephanie Pope: Livin’ It Up!
by Stephi Wild - Aug 18, 2025
54 Below and Tony Award-winning star, Ben Vereen, will present Stephanie Pope: Livin’ It Up! Pope returns, after her critically acclaimed 54 Below debut back in June with her show, Stephanie Pope: Livin’ It Up!
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.
Stephanie Pope Will Bring LIVIN' IT UP! to 54 Below
by Emmy Rice - May 25, 2025
54 BELOW, Broadway’s Supper Club, will present Stephanie Pope: Livin’ It Up! on Tuesday, June 17th, 2025 at 7pm EST. See here for more information.
by Emmy Rice - May 25, 2025
54 BELOW, Broadway’s Supper Club, will present Stephanie Pope: Livin’ It Up! on Tuesday, June 17th, 2025 at 7pm EST. See here for more information.
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.
FAT HAM South Florida Premiere to be Presented at Island City Stage
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 28, 2025
Island City Stage will present their collaborative production of Fat Ham, the 2022 Pulitzer Prize-winning play by James Ijames, this spring. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 28, 2025
Island City Stage will present their collaborative production of Fat Ham, the 2022 Pulitzer Prize-winning play by James Ijames, this spring. Learn more!
Tickets on Sale This Week For THE WIZ in Memphis
by Stephi Wild - Feb 11, 2025
Tickets for the Memphis engagement of The Wiz will go on sale Wednesday, February 12 at 10am for 8 performances July 22-27. Learn more about the show here!
by Stephi Wild - Feb 11, 2025
Tickets for the Memphis engagement of The Wiz will go on sale Wednesday, February 12 at 10am for 8 performances July 22-27. Learn more about the show here!
LaTanya Richardson Jackson, Hugh Jackman & More Join BTC Gala Host Committee
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 6, 2025
The host committee has been revealed for the 2nd Annual “Building the Change” Gala, including LaTanya Richardson Jackson, Hugh Jackman and more. Learn more about the gala.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 6, 2025
The host committee has been revealed for the 2nd Annual “Building the Change” Gala, including LaTanya Richardson Jackson, Hugh Jackman and more. Learn more about the gala.
THE WIZ National Tour to Make Bass Hall Debut in July
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 3, 2025
Tickets for THE WIZ Bass Performance Hall,will go on sale Friday, February 7 at 10am. The Wiz is a stirring tale of Dorothy’s journey to find her place in a contemporary world. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 3, 2025
Tickets for THE WIZ Bass Performance Hall,will go on sale Friday, February 7 at 10am. The Wiz is a stirring tale of Dorothy’s journey to find her place in a contemporary world. Learn more!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has George Faison been in?
George Faison has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.
How many West End shows has George Faison been in?
George Faison has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has George Faison been nominated for?
Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for Porgy and Bess, Outstanding Choreography (Drama Desk Awards) for The Wiz and Best Choreography (Tony Awards) for The Wiz.
What awards has George Faison won?
George Faison won Outstanding Choreography at the Drama Desk Awards for The Wiz and Best Choreography at the Tony Awards for The Wiz.
How many shows has George Faison written?
George Faison has written 2 shows including Sing, Mahalia, Sing (Bookwriter), The Wiz (Composer).
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