Disclosure: This post is written in collaboration with Broadway in Detroit
It’s an Oz-ian world and we’re all just living in it!
With the resurgence of The Wizard of Oz and Wicked infiltrating current-day pop culture, I couldn’t be happier to welcome yet another Emerald City-esque production to town—this time in the form of The Wiz! I remember watching the movie version of this Broadway production as a kid (likely rented from our local video store), but other than a few memories of Michael Jackson dressed up like—the scarecrow? I think it was the scarecrow—I am long overdue for a refresher on this beloved show.
Ready to get reacquainted? Let’s go!
The Wiz in Detroit: Show Details
Based on L. Frank Baum’s children’s book, “The Wonderful Wizard of Oz”, The Wiz takes one of the world’s most enduring (and enduringly white) American fantasies and transforms it into an all-Black musical extravaganza for the ages. This groundbreaking twist on The Wizard of Oz changed the face of Broadway—from its iconic score packed with soul, gospel, rock, and 70s funk to its stirring tale of Dorothy’s journey to find her place in a contemporary world.
Baltimore Sun raves about “Powerhouse performances. Stunning choreography. Visionary sets” and Chicago Tribune proclaims The Wiz is “An eye-popping and high-intensity revival!”
The Wiz premiered on Broadway in 1975 and became an instant sensation, going on to win seven Tony Awards including Best Musical and Best Original Score. A 1978 film adaptation starred Diana Ross, Ted Ross, Mabel King, Richard Pryor, and Lena Horne, and marked Quincy Jones’ first collaboration with Michael Jackson.
The Wiz in Detroit: Show Dates & Ticket Information
Show Dates:
June 17 – 29, 2025
Location:
The Fisher Theatre, 3011 W. Grand Blvd., Detroit
Performance Times:
* Tuesday through Saturday evening performances at 7:30 p.m.
* Saturday matinees at 2:00 p.m.
* Sunday matinees at 1:00 p.m.
* Sunday evening performances at 6:30 p.m.
* Special Open Caption performance on Sunday, June 22 at 6:30 p.m.
Ticket Info:
Tickets for The Wiz start at $40 (includes parking and facility fees) and are available online at BroadwayInDetroit.com and in person at the Fisher Theatre box office. For group sales (10 or more), email br*********************@at**************.com or call 313-871-1132.
Performance schedule, prices, and cast are subject to change without notice.
Broadway In Detroit urges patrons to use caution when purchasing tickets online through sites other than BroadwayInDetroit.com. Individual tickets purchased from ticket brokers or “third party” ticket resellers involve risk and may not be authentic, sold at box office prices, or with correct performance and venue information. Broadway In Detroit box offices cannot verify tickets sold through third parties or ticket resellers. Broadway In Detroit is also unable to contact third party purchasers with pertinent updates or changes regarding performances.
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**NOTE: I am not an official representative of Broadway in Detroit. Please visit www.broadwayindetroit.com for the most up-to-date information on this show and upcoming shows.
