In our family watching The Wiz with Michael Jackson, Diana Ross, Lena Horne & Nipsey Russell was simply a pure joy. So when I was invited to see The Wiz musical I was so excited to listen to all my favorite songs live. The Wiz musical didn’t disappoint. The vocals were powerful from all, including but not limited to The Scarecrow, The Lion, The Tinman, Evillene, Glinda the Good witch, All the witches, and The Wiz all blew me away. However, one had a pair of larger shoes to fill that may have been a little too big for her. The character Dorothy was previously played by Stephanie Mills on Broadway & then played by Diana Ross in the movie version of The Wiz. In The Wiz on 5th Ave Theatre the role of Dorothy deserved to be played by someone who could sing with the same power like The Scarecrow, The Lion & The Tinman or Glinda. And here is where The Wiz simply fell short. Dorothy, while a beautiful vocalist, when singing those big songs like Home left me wanting so much more.

I could not disagree with the last statement of the only other review that currently exists more. The actress who played the role of Dorothy was ABSOLUTELY incredible, by a mile the best vocalist in the show, who gave me chills multiple times throughout the show. Outside of her, the Lion and the Tinman were standouts in the main cast, and Glinda and The Wiz were incredible vocalists as well. The only vocalist that was a disappointment for me was the Scarecrow, but his characterization was excellent. RUN, don't walk, to see this show.

I have very fond memories of The Wiz as it was first done when I was a child. So seeing it as a musical had to come with some fire. I was not disappointed. From start to finish I was impressed with the stage design, costumes and amazing acting and vocals. The humor was on point and the show kept my attention from start to finish. If I ever have the opportunity to see it again with that cast I will certainly go.

It was excellent from start to finish! The music & the dancing was excellent! The costumes wear beautiful! The singing was superb!

The show kicked off right on the dot, and from the very first moment, it was a whirlwind of incredible vocals, infectious laughter, and actors pouring their hearts out on stage. I found myself laughing, crying, and completely mesmerized from beginning to end! It was an unforgettable experience that deserves a thousand standing ovations! I walked away with my heart bursting with joy!

Treat yourself to a night of "oh my goodness, now I remember how much I loved this song", dancing in your seat and lots of laughs with on point comedic timing, Dana Cimone's performance is non-stop and all that! Fill your soul with joy and happiness!