Two A-list stars have signed on for a musical production set to air live on NBC this holiday season. The network announced that Queen Latifah and Mary J. Blige are on board for “The Wiz Live!”
The live telecast is set for Thursday, Dec. 3.
Latifah will play the Wiz, who reigns over the Emerald City. Blige will appear as Evillene, the Wicked Witch of the West.
Please click here to read additional details in the NBC announcement.

That is sad. Great little show.