The Wiz to Bring Soul and Magic to Simpsonville Arts Center This June
May 4, 2026
The yellow brick road is leading straight to the Upstate this summer as the Simpsonville Arts Center prepares to host a soulful production of the Tony Award-winning musical, The Wiz.
Scheduled for a limited three-day run from June 12 to June 14, the production—billed as “The Original”—promises a high-energy retelling of L. Frank Baum’s classic tale, infused with the iconic soul, gospel, and funk score that redefined Broadway in the 1970s.
A Local Creative Powerhouse
The production brings together a seasoned creative team dedicated to showcasing local talent within the historic walls of the Arts Center:
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Director: Clark Nesbitt
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Musical Director: Michael Young
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Choreographer: Tamera Brown
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Music Compositions: William Burgess
The show features beloved hits like “Ease on Down the Road” and “Home,” delivered through a contemporary lens that emphasizes Dorothy’s journey of self-discovery and community.
Showtimes and Ticket Information
The Simpsonville Arts Center, located in the heart of the city at 110 Academy Street, will offer three performances to accommodate theatergoers:
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Friday, June 12: 7:00 PM
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Saturday, June 13: 3:00 PM
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Sunday, June 14: 3:00 PM
Tickets are currently available for purchase online. In an effort to encourage community attendance, organizers are offering a 10% discount for groups of 10 or more for both Premium and General Reserved seating.
Continuing the Cultural Momentum
The arrival of The Wiz is part of a larger surge in programming at the Simpsonville Arts Center, which has recently transformed from a historic school building into a vibrant hub for the local arts scene. With its flexible performance space and focus on high-quality local productions, the Center continues to establish Simpsonville as a destination for performing arts outside of the immediate Greenville downtown area.
For tickets and additional information, residents can scan the official QR code found on promotional materials or visit the production’s official website at clarknesbittsndd.org.
