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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
Ensemble

Performer

[Broadway]
Actors' Fund Concert, 2003
Choir

CHESS Choir

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2000
Ensemble

Nehebka

Aida (Standby) [Replacement]

Aida (Understudy)

Productions

 
[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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News


THE NOTEBOOK Will Be Filmed Tonight for Lincoln Center Theatre on Film and Tape Archives

The Notebook The Musical will be filmed for the Lincoln Center Theatre on Film and Tape Archives during the performance this evening, October 3.
LaChanze, Ingrid Michaelson, and More Will Perform WELL-BEHAVED WOMEN Benefit Concert

For one night only, Carmel Dean’s acclaimed song cycle Well-Behaved Women will be presented on Monday, October 28th at The Town Hall at 7:30 PM, performed by an all-star cast of women.
Photos: Inside Black Theatre United's 2024 Gala

Earlier this week, Black Theatre United celebrated its 2024 Gala, “Generations of Excellence.' Check out photos from the star-studded red carpet!
The Drama League Opens Applications for 2025 Directors Project

The Drama League opened applications today for the 2025-2026 programs of its Directors Project. Applications for the many Fellowships, Residencies, and Assistantships are available now. Learn more about the programs!
Aisha Jackson Will Join THE NOTEBOOK as Middle Allie

The Notebook on Broadway will welcome Aisha Jackson to the Broadway company in the role of “Middle Allie” beginning Tuesday, October 22, at the Schoenfeld Theatre. Original Chicago and Broadway cast member Joy Woods will play her final performance on Sunday, October 20.
THE WIZ National Tour On Sale At The Bushnell September 27

The producers of the hit Broadway musical revival of The Wiz has announced that tickets for the limited engagement at The Bushnell in Hartford, Connecticut will go on sale Friday, September 27 at 10 AM.
Videos You Missed This Week: SUNSET BOULEVARD, MAYBE HAPPY ENDING and More

Catch up on all the latest from the week ending September 20, 2024 with videos from Sunset Boulevard, The Hills of California, Big Gay Jamboree, Maybe Happy Ending and more!
Video: Schele Williams Opens Up About Her Two-Show Season

In this video, Williams spills the tea on her friend and co-director, Michael Grief, who called her to join him in directing The Notebook and how they worked together so seamlessly to maintain one vision.
Video: THE WIZ Cast Performs 'Be A Lion' in New Music Video

Nichelle Lewis and Kyle Ramar Freeman lead a new music video from The Wiz, featuring the song 'Be A Lion'. The video also features Avery Wilson as The Scarecrow and Phil as The Tinman. The video features the official audio from the show's 2024 Broadway Cast Recording.
Video: Watch THE NOTEBOOK's Ryan Vasquez & Joy Woods Sing 'Losing My Mind' at MCC's MISCAST

Watch a video of The Notebook stars Ryan Vasquez and Joy Woods sing a new version of 'Losing My Mind' from Follies at MCC MISCAST24! This year's event was held on Monday, April 15 at the Hammerstein Ballroom and honored Tony Award winner Jason Robert Brown and MCC Youth Company Alum Nicole Suazo.
Anna Zavelson & Benji Santiago to Join THE NOTEBOOK as 'Younger Allie' and 'Younger Noah'

The Notebook on Broadway will welcome Anna Zavelson and Benji Santiago. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
John Cardoza and Jordan Tyson Will Play Final Performances in THE NOTEBOOK Next Month

Original Chicago and Broadway cast members John Cardoza and Jordan Tyson will play their final performances in The Notebook, the new musical based on the bestselling novel by Nicholas Sparks that inspired the film of the same name.
THE NOTEBOOK Announces Closing Date

The Notebook will close on Broadway this December. According to an Instagram post, the final performance will take place on December 15.
Shaina Taub Will Host Broadway for Harris Community Launch

Shaina Taub, creator and star of Broadway’s Tony-winning Suffs, will host the Broadway for Harris Community Launch Call tonight, Monday, August 26 from 6:00-7:00pm ET. The call will take place over Zoom and is open to the public.
70+ Broadway Stars Unite in Support of Kamala Harris and Tim Walz

New York’s theater community is organizing to support Kamala Harris and Tim Walz in the 2024 presidential election. Broadway for Harris is a volunteer coalition of industry professionals and theater enthusiasts united to elect Kamala Harris, Tim Walz and down ballot Democratic candidates this November.
THE NOTEBOOK to Present Post-Show Performance by Ingrid Michaelson

Ingrid Michaelson will appear live on stage at the Schoenfeld Theatre for a performance following The Notebook. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Video: Watch THE WIZ Take Its Final Broadway Bows & Perform 'Brand New Day'

Watch a video of the Broadway cast of The Wiz taking their final Broadway bows. The show's Instagram account shared a look at their final curtain call, including Deborah Cox, Nichelle Lewis, and more taking their last bow. The Marquis Theatre will next be home to Stranger Things: The First Shadow in 2025.
THE NOTEBOOK Will Launch a North American Tour in September 2025

The new Broadway musical The Notebook, based on the bestselling novel by Nicholas Sparks that inspired the iconic film, will launch a North American Tour in fall 2025.  Performances will begin in September 2025 at Playhouse Square in Cleveland, OH. Learn more about the tour here!
THE WIZ Concludes Broadway Run

Broadway says goodbye to The Wiz, which takes its final bow at the Marquis Theatre Theatre following 18 previews and 142 regular performances. The venue will soon be home to Stranger Things: The First Shadow, which begins performances on March 28, 2025.
Whoopi Goldberg, Ariana DeBose, Patti LuPone, & More Named Honorary Co-Chairs For the Black Theatre United 2024 Gala

Black Theatre United has announced a star-studded lineup of Honorary Co-Chairs for its second annual Gala on Monday, September 30, 2024 at the Ziegfeld Ballroom. Learn more here!

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?

Schele Williams has been nominated for the Founders Award for Excellence in Directing at the Drama League Awards.

What awards has Schele Williams won?

Schele Williams has won the Founders Award for Excellence in Directing at the Drama League Awards. She has also received nominations for the Tony Award for Best Direction of a Musical and the Outer Critics Circle Award for Outstanding Director of a Musical.

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