Geoffrey Holder
Geoffrey Holder is an actor, costume designer, director whose BroadwayWorld credits include Josephine Baker, Waiting for Godot, and House of Flowers. Awards include Drama Desk Awards for The Wiz (1975).
Date of Birth: August 01, 1930 (96)
Birth Place: TRINIDAD
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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!
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Drama Desk Awards - 1975 - Outstanding Costume Design
Geoffrey Holder, The Wiz
Drama Desk Awards - 1975 - Outstanding Director - Musical
Geoffrey Holder, The Wiz
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Tony Awards - 1975 - Best Costume Design
Geoffrey Holder, The Wiz
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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
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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.
Dance Theatre of Harlem's FIREBIRD to be Presented at The National Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 6, 2026
Dance Theatre of Harlem will join Washington Performing Arts at The National Theatre for a program featuring Firebird, Return, and Donizetti Variations.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 6, 2026
Dance Theatre of Harlem will join Washington Performing Arts at The National Theatre for a program featuring Firebird, Return, and Donizetti Variations.
Dance Theatre of Harlem to Return to Chicago at Auditorium Dance Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 27, 2026
Dance Theatre of Harlem will make its first Chicago appearance in a decade, performing a program that includes a revived staging of Firebird at The Auditorium.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 27, 2026
Dance Theatre of Harlem will make its first Chicago appearance in a decade, performing a program that includes a revived staging of Firebird at The Auditorium.
Dance Theatre of Harlem Extends FIREBIRD With Fall 2026 Tour Dates
by A.A. Cristi - May 12, 2026
Dance Theatre of Harlem announced an extension of FIREBIRD, adding fall tour stops in Washington DC, Chicago, and Tempe following sold-out performances in New York and an international premiere in Paris.
by A.A. Cristi - May 12, 2026
Dance Theatre of Harlem announced an extension of FIREBIRD, adding fall tour stops in Washington DC, Chicago, and Tempe following sold-out performances in New York and an international premiere in Paris.
Los Angeles Women's Theatre Festival to Honor Six Women at Opening Night Gala
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 11, 2026
The 33rd Annual Los Angeles Women's Theatre Festival (LAWTF) will present awards to six women for their significant contributions to theatre on March 26, 2026. The event, featuring a Champagne GALA and Awards Ceremony, will take place at Barnsdall Gallery Theatre in Hollywood, CA. Hosted by Ted Lange and Florence LaRue, the evening will celebrate the achievements of individuals including posthumous Infinity Award winners Carmen De Lavallade and Diane Ladd. The ceremony will commence with a recep
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 11, 2026
The 33rd Annual Los Angeles Women's Theatre Festival (LAWTF) will present awards to six women for their significant contributions to theatre on March 26, 2026. The event, featuring a Champagne GALA and Awards Ceremony, will take place at Barnsdall Gallery Theatre in Hollywood, CA. Hosted by Ted Lange and Florence LaRue, the evening will celebrate the achievements of individuals including posthumous Infinity Award winners Carmen De Lavallade and Diane Ladd. The ceremony will commence with a recep
92nd Street Y Launches Virtual Exhibition DANCE TO BELONG Exploring Its Dance History
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 9, 2026
92NY has launched a virtual exhibition titled 'Dance to Belong,' showcasing the rich history of dance at the institution. This digital showcase is accessible online, featuring various dance forms and their evolution at 92NY.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 9, 2026
92NY has launched a virtual exhibition titled 'Dance to Belong,' showcasing the rich history of dance at the institution. This digital showcase is accessible online, featuring various dance forms and their evolution at 92NY.
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 21, 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 21, 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.
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 Outstanding Costume Design at the Drama Desk Awards for The Wiz. He also won Best Costume Design at the Tony Awards for The Wiz.
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