Adapted from the Wonderful Wizard of Oz by L. Frank Baum. Book by William F. Brown, music and lyrics by Charlie Smalls, The Wiz tells the story of Dorothy and the adventures of Oz through a modern lens. It is mysterious, opulent, and fanciful set to music in a dazzling, lively mixture of rock, hip hop, soul, and contemporary music. Director: Jacqueline Thompson, Assistant Professor Acting/Directing.
- Charlie Smalls
- George Faison
- L. Frank Baum
- Luther Vandross
- Timothy Graphenreed
- William F. Brown
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Tony Awards and Nominations for The Wiz
| Year | Category | |
|---|---|---|
| 1975 | Best Musical | Winner |
SUBMIT UPDATES
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Mrs. Krishnan's Party
The Repertory Theatre of Saint Louis (1/14 - 2/8) | |
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'ELVIS: In Person' | Live At The St Louis Sheldon | March 29th | Starring Matt Stone
The Sheldon (3/29 - 3/29) | |
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St. Louis Blues - Call It Love!
Blanche M. Touhill Performing Arts Center (2/14 - 2/14) | |
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ASQ Series 3 - Kammeraku Song with Kyo-Shin-An Arts
Blanche M. Touhill Performing Arts Center (2/20 - 2/20) | |
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Primary Trust
The Repertory Theatre of Saint Louis (2/4 - 3/1) | |
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The Ugly Duckling
The Repertory Theatre of Saint Louis (3/28 - 3/28) | |
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Team M
Catherine B. Berges Theatre at COCA (5/15 - 5/16) | |
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1984
Robert G. Reim (2/6 - 2/7) | |
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