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THE WIZ Gets Broadway Dates, Plus First Look at Cast!

by Stephi Wild — September 25, 2023

The all-new production of the Tony Award-winning hit musical The Wiz will open on Broadway on Wednesday, April 17, 2024, in a limited engagement at the Marquis Theatre.

Deborah Cox and Lascelles Stephens of Deco Entertainment Join THE WIZ Producing Team

by Stephi Wild — September 22, 2023

Entertainment company DECO Entertainment, founded by Lascelles Stephens and Deborah Cox, will join the co-producing team of the all-new production of The Wiz.

Common Joins Honorees at Black Theatre United Gala; Josh Groban, Lorna Courtney & More to Present

by Chloe Rabinowitz — September 20, 2023

Emmy, Grammy & Academy Award winner Common has been added to the list of honorees at Black Theatre United's inaugural Gala on Monday, October 30 at the Ziegfeld Ballroom.

Emmy and Grammy-Winning Adam Blackstone Joins THE WIZ Creative Team

by Chloe Rabinowitz — September 20, 2023

Emmy Award®-winning music director and Grammy Award®-winning writer, Adam Blackstone, has joined the creative team as Dance Music Arranger for the revival of The Wiz.

Common and MC Lyte Join the Producing Team For THE WIZ

by Stephi Wild — September 12, 2023

Academy Award®, Grammy Award® and Emmy Award®-winning artist, actor, author and activist Common and hip-hop pioneer, actor, philanthropist, and business mogul MC Lyte will join the co-producing team of the all-new production of The Wiz.

LaChanze Will Kick off Downtown Sessions With Solo Show at Perelman Performing Arts Center

by Stephi Wild — September 6, 2023

Three-time Tony Award winning LaChanze will perform a solo show for the inaugural season at Perelman Performing Arts Center.

THE WIZ to Stop at Playhouse Square Ahead of its Return to Broadway

by Chloe Rabinowitz — August 30, 2023

Get ready for a limited engagement of The Wiz at Playhouse Square this October.

Video: Watch THE REAL HOUSEWIVES OF ATLANTA Reunion Trailer For Season 15

by Michael Major — August 24, 2023

The Real Housewives of Atlanta reunion trailer has been released.

Find Out What 'Bravolebrities' Will Attend BravoCon; Cast Members From VANDERPUMP RULES, REAL HOUSEWIVES & More Announced

by Michael Major — August 18, 2023

Bravolebs from The Real Housewives of Atlanta, Vanderpump Rules, and more will participate in a series of show and mash-up panels, fan photo experiences, meet and greets, activations and host booths at the Bravo Bazaar shopping experience with much more.

Video: Go Inside the First Day of Rehearsal for THE WIZ

by Chloe Rabinowitz — August 14, 2023

Get a behind-the-scenes look at the first day of rehearsal for THE WIZ.

Nichelle Lewis Will Lead THE WIZ as Dorothy on Broadway and National Tour

by Stephi Wild — August 14, 2023

Broadway newcomer Nichelle Lewis will star as “Dorothy” and lead the cast of The Wiz in the national tour this fall and Broadway return in the Spring of 2024.

New Season of THE CHI Premieres Tomorrow on Showtime

by Michael Major — August 3, 2023

Created and executive produced by Emmy® winner Lena Waithe under her Hillman Grad banner (Twenties, Master of None) and executive produced by Academy Award® and Emmy winner Common (Selma), THE CHI is a timely coming-of-age story centering on a group of residents on the South Side of Chicago.

Audra McDonald, Norm Lewis, Billy Porter, and More Will Perform at BLACK THEATRE UNITED 2023 Gala

by Stephi Wild — August 3, 2023

Black Theatre United has announced its inaugural Gala, set to take place on Monday, October 30 at the Ziegfeld Ballroom in New York.

Ensemble Cast Revealed For THE WIZ Ahead of National Tour and Broadway Run

by Stephi Wild — August 2, 2023

The complete ensemble cast has been announced for the all-new production of the Tony Award-winning musical The Wiz! The casting comes in advance of the musical's national tour, which kicks off this fall before returning to Broadway in the Spring of 2024.

GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY and THE WIZ Tickets On Sale Friday At Playhouse Square

by A.A. Cristi — July 26, 2023

Playhouse Square has announced that tickets to the touring Broadway musicals The Wiz and Girl From The North Country will be available for purchase beginning Friday, July 28.

Video: Watch THE CHI Expanded Season 6 Trailer

by Michael Major — July 18, 2023

Created and executive produced by Emmy winner Lena Waithe under her Hillman Grad banner (Twenties, Master of None) and executive produced by Academy Award and Emmy winner Common (Selma), THE CHI is a timely coming-of-age story centering on a group of residents on the South Side of Chicago.