The Wizard of Oz 1968

Opened: November 27, 1968

The Wizard of Oz - 1968 - Off-Broadway History , Info & More

Bil Baird Theatre
59 Barrow Street New York, NY

Follow the yellow brick road in this delightful stage adaptation of L. Frank Baum’s beloved tale, featuring the iconic musical score from the MGM film. The timeless tale, in which young Dorothy Gale travels from Kansas over the rainbow to the magical Land of Oz, continues to thrill audiences worldwide.



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The Wizard of Oz FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of The Wizard of Oz have there been?
The Wizard of Oz has had 1 productions including Off-Broadway which opened in 1968.

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