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American Idol and The Voice Stars Lead The Wiz Musical
American Idol finalist Gabby Samone and The Voice winner Asher HaVon star in Wilmington's The Wiz musical.
In brief
American Idol finalist Gabby Samone and The Voice winner Asher HaVon star in Wilmington's The Wiz musical. American Idol finalist Gabby Samone and The Voice winner Asher HaVon will lead the Wilmington production of The Wiz musical from Oct 23-25. Originally reported by PhillyVoice.
The Wiz Wilmington 2026
American Idol finalist Gabby Samone and The Voice winner Asher HaVon lead the Wilmington production of The Wiz musical.
Oct 23-25 Run
The Wiz musical will perform at The Playhouse on Rodney Square in Wilmington from Friday, Oct 23 to Sunday, Oct 25.
Cast Highlights
Toni Lorene Baker, Season 28 The Voice contestant, plays Glinda while Jose E. Figueroa Jr. appears as Scarecrow.
Black Cultural Reimagining
The Wiz reimagines The Wizard of Oz through Black culture and music with a score blending soul, gospel, rock and 1970s funk.
Broadway History
The Wiz opened on Broadway in 1975 and won seven Tony Awards including best musical and best original score.
Touring Production
The current tour continues the revival that returned to Broadway in 2024 after launching a pre-Broadway national tour the year before.
Directors and Choreographers
Schele Williams directs while JaQuel Knight, whose credits include Beyoncé’s 'Single Ladies' and Black Is King, handles choreography.
Ticket Details
Tickets start at $64 through Broadway in Wilmington with four performances during the three-day run.
The one thing
American Idol finalist Gabby Samone and The Voice winner Asher HaVon will lead the Wilmington production of The Wiz musical from Oct 23-25.
