Exclusive Interview: D. Jerome (Tin Man) of ‘The Wiz’
It’s time to roll out the red carpet and get ready to ride our horses of many colors into the Emerald City, as the North American touring production of The Wiz is almost here! As this iconic show makes its way to the Fisher Theatre as the final show of the 2024-2025 Broadway in Detroit season, we’re excited to celebrate its 50th anniversary in the most Broadway way. Before its arrival, we spoke with the Tin Man himself, D. Jerome, about his time with this production.
In this exclusive Box Seat Babes interview, D. Jerome discusses what it’s like adding the legacy of a show such as The Wiz, what drew him to wanting to audition for this role, and what being the Tin Man means to him! How does he prioritize his mental health on the road? Why are shows such as The Wiz, Hamilton, or MJ the Musical important to the Broadway landscape? Give this interview a listen to find out all this and more!
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Ease on down the road and see D. Jerome when The Wiz arrives at The Fisher Theatre!
The North American Tour of The Wiz arrives in Detroit as the final show of Broadway in Detroit’s 2024-2025 season on June 17 and runs through June 29, so grab those tickets before they are gone! Looking to see where else The Wiz is stopping as it journeys on down the yellow brick road? Check out their page for more tour dates and where to get those tickets to Oz!
Have you seen this revival of The Wiz yet? If so, what’s your favorite song or aspect of this production? Plan on showing up to see it at The Fisher Theatre? Let us know your thoughts on social media @boxseatbabes!
Exclusive Interview: Amitria Fanae’ (Addaperle) of The Wiz
