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The Wizard of OzThe Wizard of Oz
 
[West End, 2023]
LYRICS
Flahooley
 
[Broadway, 1951]
Producer (in association with)
Director
Bloomer Girl
 
[Broadway, 1947]
Director
Bloomer Girl
 
[Broadway, 1944]
Director
Ziegfeld Follies of 1934
 
[Broadway, 1934]
Lyrics

Writing

Blue Holiday
Composer/Lyricist
Flahooley
Bookwriter
Lyricist
Hooray For What!
Bookwriter
Lyricist
I Got a Song
Bookwriter
Lyricist
Jamaica
Bookwriter
Lyricist
Stairway to Paradise
Sketches/Composer/Lyricist
Ziegfeld Follies of 1934
Bookwriter/Lyricist

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THE WIZARD OF OZ Enters Final Week of Performances at Centenary Stage Company Photo
THE WIZARD OF OZ Enters Final Week of Performances at Centenary Stage Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 8, 2025

Centenary Stage Company's Holiday Spectacular: The Wizard of Oz continues its run in the Sitnik Theatre with its final week of shows.
THE WIZARD OF OZ to Open the Holiday Season at Centenary Stage Company Photo
THE WIZARD OF OZ to Open the Holiday Season at Centenary Stage Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 17, 2025

This holiday season, Centenary Stage Company will present The Wizard of Oz. Performances will run in the Sitnik Theatre of the Lackland Performing Arts Center of the Centenary University campus.
El Teatro Musical Que Viene: Temporada 2025/2026 Photo
El Teatro Musical Que Viene: Temporada 2025/2026
by Alba Corona - Aug 14, 2025

Photos: First look at New Albany Youth Theatre’s THE WIZARD OF OZ: YOUTH EDITION Photo
Photos: First look at New Albany Youth Theatre’s THE WIZARD OF OZ: YOUTH EDITION
by Jerri Shafer - Jul 11, 2025

New Albany Youth Theatre presents The Wizard of Oz: Youth Edition. Join us for a magical journey down the yellow brick road in this youth-friendly adaptation of the classic musical! Featuring a talented cast of young performers, The Wizard of Oz: Youth Edition brings to life the timeless story of friendship, courage, and the search for home. With familiar songs, colorful characters, and plenty of heart, this production is a fun and memorable experience for audiences of all ages.
THE WIZARD OF OZ to be Presented at Westport Country Playhouse in June Photo
THE WIZARD OF OZ to be Presented at Westport Country Playhouse in June
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 30, 2025

Westport Country Playhouse Family Festivities Series will present “The Wizard of Oz,” in June. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets to the upcoming production here.
ALL EYES ON: LAINIE KAZAN Richard Jay-Alexander Shares His Chat and Visit With The Ic Photo
ALL EYES ON: LAINIE KAZAN Richard Jay-Alexander Shares His Chat and Visit With The Iconic Star As She Celebrates Her 85th Birthday
by Richard Jay-Alexander - May 15, 2025

Ms. Kazan was on my radar for as long as I can remember when I started to get interested in theatre, music and show business and had “secret” subscriptions to magazines that focused on those passions.
THE PRODUCERS And More Set for City Springs Theatre Company Eighth Season of Musicals Photo
THE PRODUCERS And More Set for City Springs Theatre Company Eighth Season of Musicals
by Caroline Powell - Apr 15, 2025

Atlanta’s fastest-growing performing arts organization, City Springs Theatre Company (CSTC), has announced its latest season of musicals at the beautiful Byers Theatre in Sandy Springs, with new subscriptions going on sale May 1.
THE COLOR PURPLE, DRACULA And More Announced for Kansas City Repertory Theatre 2025-2 Photo
THE COLOR PURPLE, DRACULA And More Announced for Kansas City Repertory Theatre 2025-2026 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 19, 2025

Kansas City Repertory Theatre has announced a diverse lineup of shows for its 2025-2026 season. The season begins with a musical adaptation of a beloved American novel, followed by a sultry, spooky classic, and a hilarious, but heartfelt, family comedy.
Lainie Kazan's Four Classic 60s Albums Available for the First Time in Almost 60 Year Photo
Lainie Kazan's Four Classic 60s Albums Available for the First Time in Almost 60 Years
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 19, 2024

Available for the first time in the nearly 60 years since they were introduced, the four 1960s vocal albums from Lainie Kazan are now streaming on all digital platforms.
Theater J Launches First-Ever Summer Musical Theater Camp Auditions Photo
Theater J Launches First-Ever Summer Musical Theater Camp Auditions
by Stephi Wild - Feb 28, 2024

Theater J has announced auditions for its first-ever Summer Musical Theater Camp programs, The Jungle Book, running from July 1-18, 2024, and The Wizard Of Oz, running from July 22–August 8, 2024.
BWW Q&A: Beth Stockill " Dorothy; Emily Searle " Dorothy; Paul Barker " The Wiz Photo
BWW Q&A: Beth Stockill " Dorothy; Emily Searle " Dorothy; Paul Barker " The Wizard of THE WIZARD OF OZ at Brampton On Stage
by Joshua Wright - Nov 9, 2023

The yellow brick road is winding it's way to The Rose with Brampton On Stage and Brampton Music Theatre's production of THE WIZARD OF OZ! This wonderful stage adaptation of L. Frank Baum’s beloved tale about Dorothy Gale of Kansas and her journey over the rainbow to the magical Land of Oz features the iconic musical score from the MGM film. Sure to whisk you away like a house in a twister, don't miss this colourful production that's full of magic and music for the whole family!
Cortland Rep Closes 51st Summer Season With THE WIZARD OF OZ Photo
Cortland Rep Closes 51st Summer Season With THE WIZARD OF OZ
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 28, 2023

Cortland Repertory Theatre closes their 51st summer season with a three-week run of a unique stage adaptation of the classic MGM musical “The Wizard of Oz”.
Reacquaint Yourself With THE WIZARD OF OZ, Presented By Stand Up For... Theatre at Do Photo
Reacquaint Yourself With THE WIZARD OF OZ, Presented By Stand Up For... Theatre at DoodleHATCH in Columbia
by Cybele Pomeroy - Jun 13, 2023

During Pride month, it's appropriate to support theatre devoted to the inclusion of those who have been 'othered' by society in general, and even in the theatrical community. Take pride in your local alternative community theater and see Stand Up For.... Theatre's latest production, THE WIZARD OF OZ, at DoodleHatch in Columbia through June 18th, 2023.
The Cortland Repertory Theatre Summer Box Office Opens For All Sales, May 22 Photo
The Cortland Repertory Theatre Summer Box Office Opens For All Sales, May 22
by A.A. Cristi - May 16, 2023

The Cortland Repertory Theatre Box Office will open on Monday, May 22nd for all summer ticket sales for their 51st annual summer season. 
MATILDA THE MUSICAL, THE MUSIC MAN, and More Set For Palo Alto Players 2023-2024 Seas Photo
MATILDA THE MUSICAL, THE MUSIC MAN, and More Set For Palo Alto Players 2023-2024 Season
by Stephi Wild - May 2, 2023

Palo Alto Players has announced its 93rd season titled Mischief. Mystery. Melody.  The 2023-24 line-up, beginning September 2023, was first unveiled at a season reveal event held at the Lucie Stern Theater on Sunday, April 30th hosted by Artistic Director Patrick Klein.
FAT HAM, WHO'S HOLIDAY, and More Set For Playhouse on the Square 2023/24 Season
by Stephi Wild - Apr 12, 2023

Circuit Playhouse, Inc. will present 15 productions they will produce during their 2023-2024 season. 
The Elena Bennett and Fred Barton Song Salon Returns To Pangea Photo
The Elena Bennett and Fred Barton Song Salon Returns To Pangea
by Stephi Wild - Mar 31, 2023

Elena Bennett and Fred Barton have announced the return of their long-hailed 'Bennett & Barton Song Salon,' in the front room of Pangea, on two Tuesdays, April 11 and April 18. The event will run for three hours on each night, between 8:30pm and 11:30pm. There is no cover or minimum.
Detour Company Theatre To Bring THE WIZARD OF OZ To Scottsdale Photo
Detour Company Theatre To Bring THE WIZARD OF OZ To Scottsdale
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 2, 2022

Detour Company Theatre is leading audiences down the Yellow Brick Road with their production of “The Wizard of Oz” from Jan. 6-8 at Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts. 
XANADU, THE WIZARD OF OZ and More Announced for Cortland Repertory Theatre's 2023 Sum Photo
XANADU, THE WIZARD OF OZ and More Announced for Cortland Repertory Theatre's 2023 Summer Season
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 1, 2022

Cortland Repertory Theatre is announcing their 51st Anniversary summer season to be held at the Little York Pavilion in Preble, NY in 2023.
Interview: Musical Director Mike Dixon Talks About His Amazing Career Photo
Interview: Musical Director Mike Dixon Talks About His Amazing Career
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Aug 15, 2022

Mike Dixon is one of the theatre industries legendary characters. With over forty years in the business, he has been Musical Director for more than twenty West End productions.
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How many shows has E. Y. Harburg written?

E. Y. Harburg has written 16 shows including The Wizard of Oz (Lyricist), Ballyhoo of 1932 (Lyricist), Walk a Little Faster (Lyricist), Ziegfeld Follies of 1934 (Bookwriter/Lyricist), Life Begins at 8:40 (Lyricist), The Show is On (Lyricist), Hooray For What! (Bookwriter), Hold on to Your Hats (Lyricist), Blue Holiday (Composer/Lyricist), Flahooley (Bookwriter), Jamaica (Bookwriter), The Happiest Girl in the World (Bookwriter), Darling of the Day (Lyricist), What a Day For a Miracle (Lyricist), I Got a Song (Lyricist), Stairway to Paradise (Sketches/Composer/Lyricist).

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