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THE WIZARD OF OZ is Coming To Capital Repertory Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Nov 15, 2022


The Wizard of Oz, the beloved story of Dorothy's journey over the rainbow will begin previews at Capital Repertory Theatre on Friday, November 18, opening on Tuesday, November 22 and running through Saturday, December 24.

Vital Theatre Company To Launch First Lancaster Production
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 28, 2022


Vital Theatre Company has announced the launch of its first production in Lancaster County, the company's one-hour, six-actor 'The Wizard of Oz' The production is directed by Stephen Sunderlin and choreographed by Rebecca Frazier, based on original adaption and direction by Vital Theatre Company co-founder Michael Schloegl.

Photos: Vital Theatre Company's THE WIZARD OF OZ Returns
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 12, 2022


Vital Theatre Company has announced the return of the company's one-hour, six-actor 'The Wizard of Oz,' By L. Frank Baum.

Domhnall Gleeson, Clare Barrett, Aoife Duffin and Seán Carpio to Star in MEDICINE at St. Ann's Warehouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 17, 2021


Enda Walsh returns to the Brooklyn waterfront theater to direct the American premiere of his searing, critically lauded new play Medicine, with a star-studded cast led by Domhnall Gleeson and including Clare Barrett, Aoife Duffin, and percussionist Seán Carpio, November 11 - December 5.

Student Blog: The American Fairy Tale
by Student Blogger: Blake Velick - Aug 11, 2021


The Wizard of Oz shows audiences that times may be tough, but love, friendship, and humanity can be fostered through hard work. Even though this fairy tale can be considered propaganda in the age of the Great Depression, it can still function as motivation for Americans to take risks and combat their struggles in troubled times.

ACT Louisville Productions Announces Cast And Creative Team For THE WIZARD OF OZ
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 8, 2021


ACT Louisville Productions producers Beth Craig Hall (Actors Center for Training and Dancers Center for Training) and Randy Blevins have announced the complete cast and creative team for their musical production The Wizard of Oz at The Iroquois Amphitheater July 30-August 2.

Pilobolus to Premiere BLOOM: A JOURNEY Roving Car Safari Performance
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 25, 2021


Internationally celebrated Washington Depot-based dance company Pilobolus is returning to Litchfield County, Connecticut this Summer (July 21-25, 2021) with “BLOOM: A Journey,” its second annual roving car safari. 

Berkshire Theatre Group Announces 2021 Outdoor Summer Season Featuring Kelli O'Hara, Norm Lewis and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 2, 2021


Berkshire Theatre Group has announced immersive outdoor experiences for summer 2021, with a casting sneak-peek. BTG will be releasing a complete season cast announcement at a later date. Berkshire Theatre Group will work in adherence with government guidelines and corresponding health and safety officials.

Photo Flash: Broadway Training Center Of Westchester To Broadcast Youth Production of THE WIZARD OF OZ
by Stephi Wild - Nov 16, 2020


Broadway Training Center of Westchester (BTC), one of the region's premier performing arts schools, is creating theater and a sense of community during the COVID-19 Pandemic.

Center Stage Jackson Announces 2020-21 Season - SOMETHING ROTTEN!, THE JUNGLE BOOK, and More!
by Stephi Wild - May 22, 2020


Center Stage Jackson has announced its 2020-21 Season!

The Impossibly Possible Children's Theatre Company Has Announced Their 2020 - 2021 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 5, 2020


Children's Theatre Company (CTC) has announced the impossibly possible 2020 - 2021 Season, including seven productions, a brand new preschool show, and four musicals designed to delight and inspire families and children of all ages and backgrounds.

Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park Has Announced 2020-2021 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 3, 2020


Artistic Director Blake Robison announced Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park's 2020-21 season today, which includes world premieres by Keith Josef Adkins, Deborah Zoe Laufer and Ken Ludwig, along with the U.S. Premiere of David Haig's Pressure.

Harlem Rep's Jazzy WIZARD OF OZ Extends Through June 20, 2020
by Stephi Wild - Dec 19, 2019


'The Wizard of Oz: A Jazz Musical for All Ages,' presented by Harlem Repertory Theater (HRT) and Yip Harburg Lyrics Foundation, has been extended through June 20, 2020 due to continuing and steady audience interest. The production has played since October 8, 2016 at Tato Laviera Theatre, 240 East 123rd Street (near 2nd Ave.), Manhattan, and has previously been extended seven times.

Harlem Rep's Jazzy THE WIZARD OF OZ Extends Through June 2020
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 18, 2019


'The Wizard of Oz: A Jazz Musical for All Ages,' presented by Harlem Repertory Theater and Yip Harburg Lyrics Foundation, has been extended through June 20, 2020 due to continuing and steady audience interest. The production has played since October 8, 2016 at Tato Laviera Theatre, 240 East 123rd Street (near 2nd Ave.), Manhattan, and has previously been extended seven times.

Quintessence Theatre Group Extends THE WIZARD OF OZ
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 10, 2019


Quintessence Theatre Group, Philadelphia's professional classic repertory theatre, has a holiday hit on its hands. The second production of its tenth anniversary season of progressive classic theatre will now be extended.  L. Frank Baum's The Wizard of Oz has opened to full houses and rave reviews.  This classic work will run through January 5th. Tickets range from $25-$65.  All performances are at Quintessence's home at the Sedgwick Theater, 7137 Germantown Ave., Mt. Airy, Philadelphia, 19119.a?? To purchase tickets, visit www.QTGrep.orga??or call 215.987.4450. 

Photo Flash: Quintessence Theatre Group Heads To Oz For The Holidays
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 6, 2019


Quintessence Theatre Group, Philadelphia's professional classic repertory theatre, continues its tenth anniversary season of progressive classic theatre with a heartwarming classic tale for all ages.

Photo Flash: In Rehearsal With Quintessence Theatre Company's THE WIZARD OF OZ
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 18, 2019


Quintessence Theatre Group, Philadelphia's professional classic repertory theatre, continues its tenth anniversary season of progressive classic theatre with a heartwarming classic tale for all ages. The company will bring audiences into the magical land of Oz for the holidays when it presents L. Frank Baum's The Wizard of Oz. This classic work will run November 27-December 29. Opening Night is Thursday, December 5th at 7:30 pm. Tickets range from $25-$65. All performances are at Quintessence's home at the Sedgwick Theater, 7137 Germantown Ave., Mt. Airy, Philadelphia, 19119.a?? To purchase tickets, visit www.QTGrep.orga??or call 215.987.4450.

Quintessence Theatre Group Continues Tenth Anniversary Season with THE WIZARD OF OZ
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 7, 2019


Quintessence Theatre Group, Philadelphia's professional classic repertory theatre, continues its tenth anniversary season of progressive classic theatre with a heartwarming classic tale for all ages. The company will bring audiences into the magical land of Oz for the holidays when it presents L. Frank Baum's The Wizard of Oz.

BWW Interview: The Courage Within: David Girolmo in OZ
by Carla Maria Verdino-Süllwold - Aug 5, 2019


a?oeIn the musical they all learn that the thing they believe is missing is already inside of them. We all have within us everything we think we are deficient in a?" everything we need to become the person we are supposed to be.a?? Actor David Girolmo is speaking of the lesson his character, the Cowardly Lion, learns in the stage version of L. Frank Baum's iconic classic THE WIZARD OF OZ, which runs from August 7-24 in a spectacularly fantastical production co-directed by narc Robin and Curt Dale Clark at Maine State Music Theatre.

Harlem Rep Offers Free Performance of THE WIZARD OF OZ
by Stephi Wild - Jul 7, 2019


Harlem Repertory Theatre's The Wizard f Oz, a 'Jazz Musical for All Ages' is FREE for patrons attending the noon show on Monday, July 8.

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