The Wiz on Broadway review Fun at the expense of a cohesive story The Washington Post The Washington Post
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- Nichelle Lewis is a delicate Dorothy, delivering a gorgeous and emotional rendition of the tender song “Home
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- Betts, as Aunt Em and the wicked witch Evillene, is a powerhouse
- Wayne Brady is an energetic and hilarious Wiz, fully grasping his larger-than-life persona
The latest revival of The Wiz just wants to be fun. And thats a problem.The original was a rarity. When it launched in 1975, the musical won the Tony Award for best musical and was among a handful [+4417 chars]