We really need to talk about the costumes for NBC’s upcoming production of The Wiz Live!
The Peacock Network on Tuesday released the first official photos of the cast — Shanice Williams as Dorothy, David Alan Grier as the Cowardly Lion, Elijah Kelley as the Scarecrow and Ne-Yo as the Tin-Man — donning surpassingly high-fashion get-ups.
Sure, they’re a little spooky, but come on, what’s not terrifying about a lost little girl being escorted through a strange land by a reanimated scarecrow, an axe-wielding robot and a talking lion?
The Wiz Live! airs Dec. 3 on NBC.
Browse the costumes below, then drop a comment with your thoughts: Any favorite(s)?
WTF???
The Scarecrow is creepy. i like the details on the Tin Man. The Lion is ok, but you definitely can’t tell it’s David alan Grier.
Tin Man is looking like a construction worker. At first glance I wasn’t sure that was supposed to be the Cowardly Lion or some other animal. And Scarecrow is looking like a clown.
I get the aim to go for the “fairy tale” look, but holy PhotoShop!
I’m sorry,but the scarecrow is scary. D:
I like Elijah Kelly so I’m interested in his Scarecrow take. He was fun in the Hairspray remake.
I kind of love it. They’re definitely taking from the Oz is creepy vibe that the movie gives off.
It looks cool.
I think a little spooky is an understatement, Andy. That being said, I’m sure it will be fun to watch!
Long as they respect the songs, I’m cool with whatever.
I concur. I hope they use “You Can’t Win” and do it justice.
Looks like Chewbacca, Annie, Prison Break Belleck, & The Joker. What a mess!
I saw the play The Wiz when I was a little girl with Stephanie Mills. It was awe inspiring. The movie with Diana Ross was a disaster in comparison. If this live version sticks with the play and not the movie, I will be tuning in.
Nope. Not in a million.
I love them. Can’t wait for the show thinking about dressing up and holding a party.
they can’t be serious. wtf….dorothy.
I kinda love it. Shanice is adorable! I like the take. Creepy, but also a bit wonderful.
David Allen Grier makes a perfect lion😂😂😂 I love him.
I’m watching the WIZ now on Tv..I was doing research on obscure pics to post and I ran across this..imagine my surprise..I can’t wait to see this new rendition..but if costumes are any indication of the quality I may be disappointed!!! I hope they don’t speak in corny embonics and make it tre ghetto..that soooo passé…
How do you make the scarecrow costume because I want to the scarecrow next year for halloween.
P.S.-What materials do you ned for the costume…can you post a video on youtube please