The Wiz Live! 2015

Run Time:
Three hours, with commercial breaks
Ages: 8+
Opened: December 3, 2015
Closing: December 03, 2015

The Wiz Live! - 2015 - New York History , Info & More

NBC embarks on its latest musical holiday tradition with a live television production of the groundbreaking Broadway show that brought the vivid world of Oz to life in a fresh, funky sing-along journey down the yellow brick road.

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AT THIS PERFORMANCE... Returns to The Green Room 42 on May 20th
by Stephi Wild - May 13, 2024


 AT THIS PERFORMANCE… will return to The Green Room 42 featuring standbys, understudies and alternates from  The Wiz, The Notebook, Back To The Future, & Juliet, The Great Gatsby, and Lempicka.

See 54 SINGS JONI MITCHELL, Linda Eder & More Next Week at 54 Below
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 10, 2024


See who is performing at 54 Below next week! Learn more about the performances and see how to purchase tickets.

Video: Amber Riley and Akron Lanier Watson Perform 'It Ain't That Serious' From THE PREACHER'S WIFE
by Stephi Wild - May 10, 2024


Get a first look at Amber Riley and Akron Lanier Watson performing the song 'It Ain't That Serious' from the new musical THE PREACHER'S WIFE during the sneak-peek, preview event 'Behind the Musical' that took place on April 17. Check out the video here!

Full Cast Set For the UK Première of Dominique Morisseau's SKELETON CREW
by Stephi Wild - May 10, 2024


The Donmar Warehouse has announced the full cast for Dominique Morisseau's Skeleton Crew – the final production in Michael Longhurst's tenure as Artistic Director. Olivier Award-winner Matthew Xia directs Tobi Bamtefa, Branden Cook, Pamela Nomvete, and Racheal Ofori.

Bangor Area High School's MEAN GIRLS and More Nominated For 2024 Freddy Awards; Full List!
by Stephi Wild - May 10, 2024


Nominations for the 2024 FREDDY© Awards were announced during the noon news on 69 WFMZ-TV. These nominations mark the end of the high school musical season in Lehigh, Northampton, and Warren Counties and the beginning of FREDDY© Rehearsals.

Theatre Rock Live! Returns to 54 Below This Month
by Stephi Wild - May 8, 2024


54 Below will present a special return engagement of Theatre Rock in Theatre Rock Live! on Saturday May 25, 2024. Join in at 54 Below for Theatre Rock Live!, a soaring tribute to Rock Musicals! Award-winning shows.

Amber Ruffin & Kevin Sciretta's BIGFOOT & More Set for New York Stage And Film 2024 Summer Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 6, 2024


New York Stage and Film has revealed the 2024 summer season at Marist College. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets!

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld May 6, 2024
by - May 6, 2024


Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is May 6, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Video: Loretta Devine Sings 'That's What She Said' from THE PREACHER'S WIFE
by Joshua Wright - May 2, 2024


Get a first listen to That's What She Said' from the new musical The Preacher's Wife performed by Loretta Devine in an all-new video from Alliance Theatre. Inspired by the 1996 film, The Preacher's Wife is a celebration of community, family, and the power of faith.

THE NOTEBOOK Original Cast Album Debuts At #1 On MusicConnect Top Broadway Chart
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 30, 2024


Following its April 19th release by Atlantic Records, The Notebook (Original Broadway Cast Recording) debuted at #1 on the Top Broadway chart in Music Connect.

The Columbus Association for the Performing Arts Announces Nominees For The 2024 Marquee Awards
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 30, 2024


Discover the nominees for the 2024 Marquee Awards as announced by CAPA. Stay tuned for updates on this prestigious event celebrating the best in Broadway performances.

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld May 1, 2024
by - May 1, 2024


Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is May 1, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Breaking Down the 2024 Tony Awards Nominations
by Nicole Rosky - May 4, 2024


Still thinking about the Tony nominations? Us too! Check out some takeaways from yesterday's big announcement.

Industry Pro Newsletter: Gen Z is 'Broadway Curious', New Zealanders Continue Strong Arts Engagement
by Alex Freeman - Apr 29, 2024


Reports from both New Zealand and the United States show that not only is participation in the arts not waning, there is a large population that holds an interest in engaging with the arts. The question emerges of how best to reach these audiences with the right information and prices that can turn them from being curious to regular attendees.

Who Else Was Eligible for 2024 Tony Nominations?
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 30, 2024


Nominations for the 2024 Tony Awards were announced this morning, and while a select, talented few will spend the day celebrating their achievements, there are many who (while still great!), didn't get a nomination this year. Check out who else was eligible below and here's to their great work this theatre season!

Tony Awards Administration Committee Makes Final Rulings on SUFFS, THE GREAT GATSBY and More
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 26, 2024


The Tony Awards Administration Committee met to confirm the eligibility status of 12 Broadway productions for the 2023-2024 season. Check out the full list of rulings!

A Guide to the 2024 Tony Awards Nominations
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 30, 2024


The 77th Annual Tony Award Nominations will be announced on Tuesday, April 30, by Jesse Tyler Ferguson and Renée Elise Goldsbery. The announcement can be viewed LIVE (9am ET) in their entirety here on BroadwayWorld.

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld April 24, 2024
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 24, 2024


Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is April 24, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Kevin Winebold's KEVIN ON THE KEYS Celebrates Hollywood At The Green Room 42
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 23, 2024


Join Kevin Winebold at The Green Room 42 for Kevin on the Keys Celebrates Hollywood, a cabaret series showcasing his talent as a solo pianist and accompanist. Expect performances of hits from popular Hollywood films, with special guests Michael Judson Berry, Albert Guerzon, and Kimberly Marable.

John Riddle, Jordan Donica, Teal Wicks, and More Join LES MISERABLES at The Muny
by Stephi Wild - Apr 23, 2024


John Riddle, Jordan Donica, Teal Wicks, Red Concepción, Jade Jones, Ken Page, Emily Bautista, Gracie Annabelle Parker, Peter Neureuther and James D. Gish will star in the Muny production of Les Misérables, which opens the theatre's 106th season.

MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG, CABARET & More Lead in Nominations for 2024 Drama League Awards
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 22, 2024


Read the full list of 2024 Drama League Nominations! Nominations include Cabaret, Merrily We Roll Along and more.

Bebe Neuwirth and Vanessa Williams To Announce 2024 Drama League Nominations
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 19, 2024


Broadway stars Bebe Neuwirth and Vanessa Williams join forces to announce the 2024 Drama League Nominees, marking a significant event in the theatre industry.

Video: Vanessa Williams & Bebe Neuwirth Announce the 2024 Drama League Awards Nominees
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 22, 2024


In this video, watch as Grammy, Emmy, and Tony nominee Vanessa Williams and Bebe Neuwirth co-host the 2024 Drama League Awards Nominations announcement from the Lincoln Center’s New York Public Library for the Performing Arts. You can watch the live stream exclusively here at BroadwayWorld.

BROADWAY FOR SELF HELP AFRICA Raises Funds This Week
by Stephi Wild - Apr 19, 2024


Ninth annual Broadway for Self Help Africa concert was held on Monday, April 15 at 7 PM at The Cutting Room in NYC. The successful event brought together a slew of Broadway's brightest stars raising their voices, raising the roof, and raising vital funds for Self Help Africa!

Keen Company to Present DIRECTORFEST in May At Theatre Row
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 18, 2024


Discover the talents of two emerging directors as Keen Company collaborates with The Drama League for DIRECTORFEST at Theatre Row. Learn more!

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1976   US Tour 1st National Tour
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1978   US Tour 2nd National Tour
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1980   Regional Revival
1984   Broadway Broadway Revival
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1984   West End London Revival
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1993   Off-Broadway Off-Broadway Revival
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1997   US Tour Touring Revival
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2006   San Diego, CA (Regional) La Jolla Revival
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2015   New York NBC Live Television Production
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2018   St. Louis, MO (Regional) Muny Revival
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