First staged on Broadway in 1975, “The Wiz,” an all-black re-imagining of “The Wizard of Oz,” was a bonafide hit. It was, and is, a landmark of black theatrical culture, paving the way for later hits such as “Hamilton.” In 1978, “The Wiz” adapted for its screen debut. It was at this point that the train … Continue reading Big Bads: ‘The Wiz’ adaptation tarnishes Broadway classic