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BIO

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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STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Actors' Fund Concert, 2004
Performer

Ensemble


Performer

[Broadway]
Actors' Fund Concert, 2003
Choir

CHESS Choir


Choir

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2000
Ensemble

Nehebka

Ensemble

Nehebka

Aida (Saint Tome (Sao Tome) and Principe) [Replacement]

(St. Louis, MO (Regional)) [Replacement]

(Standby) [Replacement]

(Understudy)

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Productions

 
[US Tour, 2025]
Director
 
[US Tour, 2025]
Director
 
[Broadway, 2024]
Director
 
[Broadway, 2024]
Co-Director
 
[US Tour, 2023]
Director
 
[West End, 2022]
Director
 
[US Tour, 2017]
Staging
 
[Broadway, 2013]
Associate Director
 
[Off-Broadway, 2004]
Assistant Director

Awards and Nominations


winner
Drama League Awards - 2024 - Founders Award for Excellence in Directing

Schele Williams

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Morissette Will Play 'Middle Allie' in THE NOTEBOOK in Manila
by Stephi Wild - Apr 13, 2026

Theatre Group Asia announced Morissette as Middle Allie in THE NOTEBOOK: THE MUSICAL at the Samsung Performing Arts Theater in Manila, marking the production's international premiere.
Review: THE WIZ at The National Theatre
by Itai Yasur - Apr 9, 2026

A tremendous cast breathes new life into this Broadway classic. See what our critic had to say.
Review: THE NOTEBOOK at ASU Gammage
by Cheyenne Lewis - Apr 8, 2026

Love is one of the most wonderful parts of human existence; it is beautiful, but one of the hardest things a person can experience. Love is not just a feeling, but a venture that must constantly be worked at and put effort into to be maintained. THE NOTEBOOK, currently playing at ASU Gammage and based on Nicholas Sparks’ novel of the same name, explores what a lifelong love story looks like.
BEETLEJUICE, THE WIZ, and More Set For Playhouse Square 2026-27 Broadway In Akron Series
by Stephi Wild - Apr 8, 2026

Playhouse Square announced the 2026-27 Broadway in Akron season, featuring BEETLEJUICE, THE BODYGUARD, A BEAUTIFUL NOISE, and THE WIZ at E.J. Thomas Hall. Season packages range from $95 to $380.
THE NOTEBOOK: THE MUSICAL To Play Miami Premiere At Arsht Center
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 3, 2026

THE NOTEBOOK: THE MUSICAL will run May 5–10, 2026 at the Ziff Ballet Opera House, featuring Miami native Ken Wulf Clark as Middle Noah in the national tour.
2026/27 Broadway in Wilmington Season to Feature SIX, THE WIZ and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 27, 2026

The Playhouse on Rodney Square will host the 2026/27 Broadway in Wilmington season featuring premieres of Six and The Wiz, among others. Subscriptions are now available.
Photos: Stars Walk the Red Carpet on Opening Night of GIANT
by Bruce Glikas - Mar 24, 2026

Big things are happening at the Music Box Theatre! Just last night, March 23,  Mark Rosenblatt’s Olivier Award-winning play Giant officially opened. Check out photos from the star-studded red carpet, which included special guests Sarah Paulson, Sara Bareilles, Jesse Tyler Ferguson, Bobby Cannavale, Blythe Danner, and more!
THE OUTSIDERS, THE NOTEBOOK, and More Revealed as Part of Walton Arts Center's 2026-27 Season
by Stephi Wild - Mar 10, 2026

During a live sneak peek event, Walton Arts Center announced the 2026-27 Procter & Gamble Broadway Series, featuring six shows. Learn more about the upcoming performances here!
BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, THE NOTEBOOK, and More Set For Broadway San Jose 2026/27 Season
by Stephi Wild - Mar 3, 2026

Broadway San Jose has announced its 2026/27 season, showcasing a lineup of acclaimed musicals, including Hamilton, Beauty and the Beast, and more. Learn more here!
Photos: Museum of Broadway Hosts Special RENT Event With Tim Weil
by Bruce Glikas - Feb 19, 2026

The Museum of Broadway recently hosted a 30th anniversary panel of RENT alums and a special reading of Making RENT: The Story Behind the Music that Changed Broadway. Check out photos here!
Video: Alysha Deslorieux Sings 'My Days' from THE NOTEBOOK Tour
by Joshua Wright - Feb 18, 2026

Watch Alysha Deslorieux, who plays Allie in The Notebook on Tour sing 'My Days' by Ingrid Michaelson on KRON4 in San Francisco.
HAMILTON, THE OUTSIDERS, and More Set For Broadway In Birmingham 2026-27 Season
by Stephi Wild - Feb 18, 2026

The American Theatre Guild has announced 2026–27 Season for the BJCC Concert Hall, including Hamilton, The Outsiders, and more. Learn more about the season here!
THE NOTEBOOK Musical Set for Portland's Keller Auditorium in March
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 17, 2026

THE NOTEBOOK will play Keller Auditorium in Portland from March 10–15, 2026. The Broadway musical features music and lyrics by Ingrid Michaelson and a book by Bekah Brunstetter.
Review: THE NOTEBOOK at Orpheum Theatre
by Steve Murray - Feb 14, 2026

What did our critic think of THE NOTEBOOK at Orpheum Theatre?
THE NOTEBOOK Comes to Seattle in March
by Stephi Wild - Feb 10, 2026

THE NOTEBOOK, a new musical adaptation of the beloved novel and film, will grace the stage at The Paramount Theatre in Seattle from March 3-8, as part of the 25-26 Broadway series.
Black Theatre United Announces BTU Collective & New Board Members
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 6, 2026

Black Theatre United (BTU) just announced the BTU Collective, a new wave of leadership within the organization. The BTU Collective is a dynamic collective of leaders, artists, and advocates committed to advancing equity, diversity, and inclusion within the theater industry.
BUENA VISTA SOCIAL CLUB, THE NOTEBOOK, and More Set for Broadway At The Hobby Center 2026–2027 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 3, 2026

The Hobby Center for the Performing Arts has announced the Memorial Hermann Broadway at the Hobby Center 2026–2027 season, featuring six Houston premieres, first national tours, and the return of audience favorites.
THE WIZ National Tour Tickets On Sale This Week at Chicago’s Nederlander Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 30, 2026

THE WIZ will return to Chicago as part of Broadway In Chicago’s touring season with a limited engagement at the James M. Nederlander Theatre. The national tour includes Dana Cimone, Alan Mingo Jr., Sheherazade, Kyla Jade, D. Jerome, Cal Mitchell, and Elijah Ahmad Lewis.
Review: THE NOTEBOOK - THE MUSICAL Floats Into OC's Segerstrom Center
by Michael Quintos - Jan 29, 2026

Adapted from Nicholas Sparks' ubiquitous 1996 novel (and its popular 2004 film iteration featuring Rachel McAdams and Ryan Gosling), THE NOTEBOOK - THE MUSICAL re-stages a generational love story into a quietly sweeping, memory-fractured stage romance that subtly promotes emotional accumulation over plot novelty. Now on stage at OC's Segerstrom Center for the Arts, this 2024 three-time Tony-nominated Broadway musical's first national tour continues performances in Costa Mesa through February 8, 2026.
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.

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?

and Founders Award for Excellence in Directing (Drama League Awards) for .

What awards has Schele Williams won?

Schele Williams has won the Founders Award for Excellence in Directing at the Drama League Awards. Additionally, she has received nominations for the Tony Award for Best Direction of a Musical for Ain't Too Proud - The Life and Times of the Temptations, the Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Direction of a Musical for Ain't Too Proud, and the NAACP Theatre Award for Best Director.

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