The Wizard of Oz 2011

Opened: March 1, 2011
Closing: September 02, 2012

The Wizard of Oz - 2011 - West End History , Info & More

London Palladium
8 Argyll St, Soho London

"We’re off to see..."



The most magical adventure of them all.



Follow the yellow brick road over the rainbow and into The London Palladium, the capital's home of the family musical.



Andrew Lloyd Webber's new production of The Wizard of Oz is an enchanting adaptation of the all time classic, totally reconceived for the stage by the award-winning creative team that delighted audiences of all ages with their recent London Palladium revival of The Sound of Music.



Developed from the ever popular MGM screenplay this new production contains all the much-loved songs from the Oscar winning movie score, all the favourite characters and iconic moments, plus a few surprises along the way, including new songs by Andrew Lloyd Webber.



Click your heels together and join Scarecrow, Tin Man, Lion, Dorothy and her little dog Toto, as they journey through the magical land of Oz to meet the Wizard and obtain their heart's desires. Watch out for the Wicked Witch of the West and her winged monkeys as you rediscover the real story of Oz in this fantastic musical treat for all the family.

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Photo Flash: Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre's THE WIZARD OF OZ Opens Tonight, 5/31
by BWW News Desk - May 31, 2012

It's the tale that taught us "there's no place like home!" Join Dorothy, Toto and their friends as they follow the Yellow Brick Road to see The Wizard of Oz at Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre, now through July 15. See photos from the production below!

Des O'Connor Stars as The Wizard in THE WIZARD OF OZ from Tonight, May 22
by BWW News Desk - May 22, 2012

Following a staggering 1,200+ solo appearances at the London Palladium, Des O'Connor is set to star at the world renowned venue for the very first time in a stage musical. He takes over the iconic role of The Wizard in Andrew Lloyd Webber's reimagining of THE WIZARD OF OZ, presented by Bill Kenwright and The Really Useful Group, from tonight, 22 May to the show's final season, booking through 2 September.

Photo Flash: WIZARD OF OZ Celebrates 500th Performance!
by Nicole Rosky - May 10, 2012

THE WIZARD OF OZ, featuring Sophie Evans as Dorothy and Russell Grant as The Wizard, ust celebrated 500 performances at the London Palladium. Check out a photo of the cast on the big day, as featured on the show's official website!

Confirmed: Des O'Connor to Star as The Wizard in THE WIZARD OF OZ from May 22; Show to Close in September
by James T Harding - May 9, 2012

ollowing a staggering 1,200+ solo appearances at the London Palladium, Des O'Connor is set to star at the world renowned venue for the very first time in a stage musical. He will take over the iconic role of The Wizard in Andrew Lloyd Webber's reimagining of THE WIZARD OF OZ, presented by Bill Kenwright and The Really Useful Group, from Tuesday 22 May to the show's final season, booking through 2 September.

Des O'Connor to Play The Wizard in THE WIZARD OF OZ?
by James T Harding - May 2, 2012

According to rumours posted on WhatsOnStage.com, Des O'Connor may take over from Russel Grant in the Wizard role of THE WIZARD OF OZ, currently playing at the London Palladium.

STAGE TUBE: New WIZARD OF OZ Footage Feat. Sophie Evans and Russell Grant
by James T Harding - March 9, 2012

Check out this new footage of THE WIZARD OF OZ at the London Palladium. It features Sophie Evans as Dorothy and Russell Grant as The Wizard, plus the two songs 'We're Off to See the Wizard' and 'The Land of Oz'.

THE WIZARD OF OZ BLOG: Meet the New Munchkins!
by THE WIZARD OF OZ Blog - March 2, 2012

Audiences are following the yellow brick road over the rainbow to see Sophie Evans, runenr-up of BBC TV's Over the Rainbow, play Dorothy at The London Palladium, the capital's home of the family musical.Get to know the new munchkins below!

Photo Flash: First Look at Sophie Evans, Russell Grant in THE WIZARD OF OZ
by Nicole Rosky - February 20, 2012

Original cast members Michael Crawford and Danielle Hope both recently departed the West End production of THE WIZARD OF OZ, and have been replaced by Over the Rainbow finalist Sopie Evans and Russell Grant and Dorothyand the Wizard respectively. Check out production images of the newcomers in action below!

THE WIZARD OF OZ BLOG: Meet the New Lion!
by THE WIZARD OF OZ Blog - February 2, 2012

Audiences are following the yellow brick road over the rainbow to see Danielle Hope, winner of BBC TV's Over the Rainbow, play Dorothy at The London Palladium, the capital's home of the family musical. A new cast will soon be taking over the show, which includes Sophie Evans and Russell Grant, and you can get to know the new lion in the video below!

THE WIZARD OF OZ BLOG: Meet the New Cast
by THE WIZARD OF OZ Blog - January 31, 2012

Audiences are following the yellow brick road over the rainbow to see Danielle Hope, winner of BBC TV's Over the Rainbow, play Dorothy at The London Palladium, the capital's home of the family musical. A new cast will soon be taking over the show, which includes Sophie Evans and Russell Grant, and you can get to know the newbies in the video below!

STAGE TUBE: Michael Crawford Celebrates Birthday at WIZARD OF OZ
by Nicole Rosky - January 20, 2012

Both Michael Crawford and Danielle Hope will both depart the West End production of THE WIZARD OF OZ on February 5, 2012. Both have been with the show since the beginning, and audiences had been following the yellow brick road over the rainbow to see Crawford (as the Wizard) and Danielle Hope (as Dorothy), winner of BBC TV's Over the Rainbow, at The London Palladium. But before they leave, the cast celebrated Crawford's 70th birthday at a recent curtain call.

Michael Crawford & Danielle Hope to Depart UK WIZARD OF OZ Feb. 5
by Robert Diamond - January 12, 2012

It's now official that both Michael Crawford and Danielle Hope will both depart the West End production of THE WIZARD OF OZ on February 5, 2012. Both have been with the show since the beginning, and audiences had been following the yellow brick road over the rainbow to see Crawford (as the Wizard) and Danielle Hope (as Dorothy), winner of BBC TV's Over the Rainbow, at The London Palladium where the show began previews in early February and opened in March to great reviews.

THE WIZARD OF OZ BLOG: Last Christmas
by THE WIZARD OF OZ Blog - December 19, 2011

Audiences are following the yellow brick road over the rainbow to see Danielle Hope, winner of BBC TV's Over the Rainbow, play Dorothy at The London Palladium, the capital's home of the family musical. Click below to check out a holiday message from the cast and crew!

The Wizard of Oz FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the songs are in The Wizard of Oz and what's the order?
The Twister
Opening Music - Munchkinland
Entrance Witch of the North
Munchkinland
Come Out Wherever You Are
The House Began to Pitch
We Thank You Very Sweetly
Threatening Witch
You're Off to See the Wizard
In the Shade of the Old Apple Tree
Into the Forest of the Wild Beast
Poppies
Optimistic Voices
The City Gates Are Open
If I Were King of the Forest
Courage
Magic Smoke Chords
Winkies March
The Witch's Castle
Toto's Chase
On the Castle Wall
The Cornfields
At the Gates of the Emerald City
Dorothy's Rescue
Delirious Escape
Over the Rainbow
Ding Dong the Witch Is Dead
We Welcome You to Munchkinland
Follow the Yellow Brick Road
If I Only Had a Brain
If I Only Had a Heart
If I Only Had the Nerve
The Merry Old Land of Oz
The Jitterbug
We're Off to See the Wizard
What productions of The Wizard of Oz have there been?
The Wizard of Oz has had 9 productions including London Fringe which opened in 1987, Milburn, NJ (Regional) which opened in 1992, Off-Broadway which opened in 1997, Off-Broadway which opened in 1998, Off-Broadway which opened in 1999, St. Louis, MO (Regional) which opened in 2006, US Tour which opened in 2009, West End which opened in 2011 and US Tour which opened in 2013.
What awards has The Wizard of Oz been nominated for?
The Wizard of Oz has been nominated for Best Musical Revival at the Olivier Awards for its production at the London Palladium.
What are the songs in The Wizard of Oz and what's the order?
The Twister
Opening Music - Munchkinland
Entrance Witch of the North
Munchkinland
Come Out Wherever You Are
The House Began to Pitch
We Thank You Very Sweetly
Threatening Witch
You're Off to See the Wizard
In the Shade of the Old Apple Tree
Into the Forest of the Wild Beast
Poppies
Optimistic Voices
The City Gates Are Open
If I Were King of the Forest
Courage
Magic Smoke Chords
Winkies March
The Witch's Castle
Toto's Chase
On the Castle Wall
The Cornfields
At the Gates of the Emerald City
Dorothy's Rescue
Delirious Escape
Over the Rainbow
Ding Dong the Witch Is Dead
We Welcome You to Munchkinland
Follow the Yellow Brick Road
If I Only Had a Brain
If I Only Had a Heart
If I Only Had the Nerve
The Merry Old Land of Oz
The Jitterbug
We're Off to See the Wizard

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