Poll: Who Should Play Dorothy in the TV Version of The Wiz?

When we think of “Home” we think of Stephanie Mills in her iconic performance as Dorothy in the original 1974 production of The Wiz on Broadway. Diana Ross took over the role in the 1978 film version alongside Michael Jackson, who gave an unforgettable performance as the Scarecrow. Suggested Reading Trayvon Martin and Other Black…

When we think of “Home” we think of Stephanie Mills in her iconic performance as Dorothy in the original 1974 production of The Wiz on Broadway. Diana Ross took over the role in the 1978 film version alongside Michael Jackson, who gave an unforgettable performance as the Scarecrow.

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Now NBC is launching a live television production of The Wiz, to air this December. But the network hasn’t named a cast, so we thought we’d give you a chance to weigh in on whom you would like to see as Dorothy, the Scarecrow and the Wicked Witch.

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