Ashanti To Make Stage Debut Dorothy in 'The Wiz'

In July, singer-songwriter Ashanti will do a short run as Dorothy in a revival The Wiz. The production will be held at the New York City Center as part of its "Encores!: Summer Stars" series.

The stage play starts it run June 12. Ashanti's opening night will be on June 18.

Michelle Williams Heads to London as "Roxie"

With already two stage plays listed on her resume as lead roles in Broadway's Aida and the Color Purple, singer Michelle Williams will be in London for the summer for yet another one. Williams will take the stage at London's West End as Roxie Hart in the musical, Chicago.

In her Twitter, she stated, "Well I guess I can announce my role of Roxie Hart in the London West End's production of CHICAGO!!!!!". Excitedly, she continues to say, "I'm very excited about my new role.....one of my dreams was to perform on the West End in London. I'm going back to Broadway n NY too".

I'm excited for her. I hope she does a great job.