Wayne Brady to Depart THE WIZ, Alan Mingo Jr. Will Return to the Title Role
by Stephi Wild
- May 17, 2024
Alan Mingo Jr. will return to the title role of ‘The Wiz’ on Broadway beginning Thursday, June 13, 2024. Five-time Emmy winner and Grammy Award nominee Wayne Brady will play his final performance in the role of ‘The Wiz’ on Broadway at the Marquis Theatre on Wednesday, June 12, 2024.
Video: Watch the Cast of THE WIZ Perform 'Ease On Down the Road' on THE TODAY SHOW
by Josh Sharpe
- May 17, 2024
As part of TODAY's 'Best of Broadway Week,' the cast of The Wiz stopped by the show on Friday to perform the song 'Ease on Down the Road' from the new production of the classic musical. Before the performance, Nichelle Lewis, who is playing Dorothy, discussed The Wiz with TODAY's Hoda Katb and Savannah Guthrie. Watch the interview and performance now!
Smokey Robinson to Return To The Apollo For A Soulful Night Of Hits
by Blair Ingenthron
- May 4, 2024
The iconic Smokey Robinson will make a triumphant return to The Apollo's historic stage after nearly a decade. Renowned as the provider of the soundtrack to our lives, Apollo and GRAMMY Living Legend Smokey Robinson promises an electrifying night filled with soulful hits from his illustrious discography.
Video: Watch a Behind-the-Scenes Look at THE WIZ on TODAY
by Josh Sharpe
- May 3, 2024
On Friday, The Today Show visited The Wiz on Broadway for a special behind-the-scenes look at the revival of the classic musical. In the interview, Wayne Brady, who plays The Wiz, talked about the formative experience of watching the 1978 film with Michael Jackson and Diana Ross. Nichelle Lewis is making her Broadway debut in the production and recalls the creative team finding her through TikTok. Watch the full interview now!
THE CHOIR OF MAN Extends in Chicago
by Stephi Wild
- Apr 12, 2024
International sensation The Choir of Man has announced the extension of its Chicago production due to popular demand! The cast of Chicago area natives and all-star The Choir of Man veterans direct from the UK will now entertain audiences through July 14, 2024, at the Apollo Theate at 2550 N Lincoln Avenue in Chicago.
THE WIZ Will Offer Digital Lottery and Rush Tickets
by Stephi Wild
- Apr 1, 2024
The Wiz will launch a $45 digital lottery and $45 in-person rush tickets beginning this week. The musical revival began previews on Friday, March 29 at the Marquis Theatre. Learn more about how to get discount tickets to The Wiz here!
Emerging R&B Sensation Pels P Releases New Single 'Truth'
by Michael Major
- Mar 19, 2024
Rising R&B star Pels P drops his latest single, TRUTH. The new track showcases the artist's unique sound and soulful voice, marking a significant step in his music career. Pels P is an emerging artist who fashions a fusion of RnB & Soul. He has self-titled his sound ‘RnSoul'; rooted in his various musical influences from his childhood.
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