Finally! We’ve got a new trailer for NBC’s upcoming broadcast of THE WIZ LIVE!, featuring the song, “Brand New Day,” with a first look at Queen Latifah and more. Check it out below!
NBC’s upcoming holiday production of THE WIZ LIVE! will air Thursday, Dec. 3. The production will star newcomerShanice Williams as Dorothy alongside Grammy and Golden Globe-winner Queen Latifah as the Wizard, nine-time Grammy-winner Mary J. Blige as Evillene, original Dorothy, Stephanie Mills, as Auntie Em and David Alan Grier as the Cowardly Lion.
Craig Zadan and Neil Meron (“The Sound of Music Live!,” “Peter Pan Live!”) serve as executive producers. Tony winnerKenny Leon will direct with Harvey Fierstein providing new written material. Fatima Robinsonserves as choreographer. “The Wiz Live!” is produced by Universal Television in association with Cirque Du Soleil Theatrical.
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