The Dream Cast For NBC's Next Live Musical 'The Wiz'

"I can't see how goin' south 125th street ever made anybody's life better." We hope this dream cast makes yours ten times better.

Keeping up with the yearly tradition, it has been reported that NBC's next live musical will be 'The Wiz'.

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This production is part of an effort made by Kenny Leon and Harvey Fierstein to revive the musical for the 2016-2017 Broadway season. The 1978 film was based on the 1975 Broadway musical of the same name. The film stars Diana Ross, Michael Jackson, Richard Pryor and Lena Horne to mention a few.

Somehow, Cirque de Soleil will be involved...

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Imagine the flying monkeys!!

NBC has the opportunity for a lot of creativity with the casting, but may not take these chances.

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So, we decided to make the cast list for them. We think actors with Broadway backgrounds are the key to making this a hit considering it will be transferred to the stage shortly after.

Patina Miller as The Scarecrow

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Why she's perfect: To start off, look at those arms. She was MADE to ease on down the road. Patina isn't new to the world of gender-bending. She played the role of the Leading Player in the recent revival of Pippin, a part usually played by a man. And who else could follow in the footsteps of Michael Jackson?

Billy Porter as The Tinman

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Why he's perfect: Look at that sensitive bowtie-pocket square combo! He's got the heart and the pipes for this role. Porter was most notable in Kinky Boots on Broadway, in which he worked with Harvey Fierstein, so it'd be nice to reunite these old friends.

Idris Elba as The Cowardly Lion

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Why he's perfect: Idris Elba is a big sexy name in Hollywood right now. Everybody wants to catch a glimpse of his hot chops...acting chops that is. Not to mention he has a previous music career.

Diana Ross and Ben Vereen as Auntie Em and Uncle Henry

Why they're perfect: Don't you want them to be your aunt and uncle anyway? Besides, Diana as a powerful alumnus of The Wiz would be a smart addition.

Jamie Foxx as The Wiz

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Why he's perfect: He just iz "the wiz." Can't you see Jamie Foxx pulling a stunt like this IRL? We know he's bound to get lost in a magical city and hide behind a mechanical head to perpetuate his authoritarian rule.

Audra McDonald as Glinda The Good Witch

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Why she's perfect: She is ethereal, talented, and as proven by this picture, looks fantastic in baby blue. We think NBC should keep her on contract for EVERY live musical.

Octavia Spencer as Evillene, The Wicked Witch of the West

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Why she's perfect: Dat face. Her stare can intimidate anyone into working in a sweatshop. She has always proven herself in comedic and dramatic roles; you cannot not love her.

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Octavia Spencer...right?!

Tituss Burgess as Dorothy

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Why he's perfect: He can hit those notes...all those notes. His doe eyes and charisma give him the depth to play this leading lady. We're not afraid of pushing the envelope with this daring (yet sensible) casting choice.

And last, but most definitely not least...

Quvenzhané Wallis as Toto

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Why she's perfect: In our final out-of-the-box casting choice, Miss Wallis has the pizazz to give this production a new spin. We call on Harvey Fierstein to write Toto as a human character for the new adaptation of the script. We're picturing Quvenzhané riding a scooter alongside Burgess, dog purse in hand for this magical adventure.

What do you think?

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WE THINK YES.