Wayne Brady to Star in Broadway Revival of 'The Wiz'
justjared.comWayne Brady is returning to Broadway! On Wednesday (June 7), the 51-year-old entertainer announced that he will be starring in the upcoming revival of the Tony-winning musical The Wiz when it returns to New York City next spring. Keep reading to find out more… Wayne will be playing the titular role of The Wiz in the beloved Black-led spin on The Wizard of Oz. “So you wanted to meet The Wizard?
Well, you’ve come to right place because I’m coming back to BROADWAY!!! As The Wiz!” Wayne shared on Instagram.
The limited Broadway run will follow a national tour beginning this September in Baltimore with Alan Mingo Jr. playing the The Wiz.
Before the revival arrives on Broadway in spring 2024, Wayne will be playing The Wiz in San Francisco from January 16 through February 11 and in Los Angeles from February 13 through March 3.
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