The Wiz Live!

2015 • NBC
4.5
599 reviews
TV-G
Rating
Eligible
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Season 1 episodes (1)

1 The Wiz Live!
3/12/15
Season-only
A LIVE event production of the groundbreaking Broadway show that brought Oz to life in a funky sing-along journey down the yellow brick road.

About this show

Following the success of "The Sound of Music Live!" and "Peter Pan Live!," multi-award winning executive producers Craig Zadan and Neil Meron return to produce a live broadcast of "The Wiz." Based on L. Frank Baum's classic story and the Tony Award-winning Broadway musical, "The Wiz Live!" brings the wonderful world of Oz to life like never before, featuring a star-studded cast of performers and the awe-inspiring Cirque du Soleil Theatrical. Whisked away from home by a tornado, young Dorothy finds herself transported to the magical Land of Oz, where she sets off on a quest to meet the powerful Wizard and find her way back home. Crossing paths with enchanting friends and wicked foes, Dorothy's journey is a timeless tale about friendship, courage and learning to believe in oneself. Starring Queen Latifah, Mary J. Blige, Uzo Aduba, Ne-Yo, and a host of other talented performers, "The Wiz Live!" invites viewers of all ages to ease on down the yellow brick road for a vibrant musical adventure unlike any other.

Ratings and reviews

4.5
599 reviews
Brenda Lunceford
28 December 2015
I truly enjoyed every moment. Although I was not home to view it, I preset my DVR to record it. As long as I have my DVR, I can watch it everyday. However, I really hope this comes out on DVD, I would like to purchase it...I will pay to own the DVD. The dancing and singing was amazing. My only negative is the Dorothy character, Shanice Williams..her singng was Ok, but her acting somewhat stiff. But the more seasoned, veteran actors carried her well. I still give this 5 STARS.
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Erika Moore
29 August 2016
This production is vastly different from the original Broadway show and the movie I watched as a kid in the 70's. However, this cast should not be compared to their predecessors. This show was clearly adapted with a 21st century audience in-mind. I think Kenny Leon and the cast put together a phenomenal show. Shanice Williams is a tremendously talented singer in her own right, and a great new Dorothy. She impressed the one and only Audra McDonald too. I hope this production will go to Broadway again soon.
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JBBEAMON
7 December 2015
I saw The Wizard of OZ (1939) when I was a child, and then The Wiz with Michael Jackson and Diana Ross (1978), so I had my expectations very high, I watch the show with my grandkids and we we're blown away.. great performance, I'm talking about 2 year old and 4 year old kids seating there quietly watching a movie and at times getting up and dancing, it had a strong effect on my whole family, this should be a live touring theatre production around the country.
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