Coming to the Main Stage This Spring: The Wizard of Oz

"L. Frank Baum’s beloved story of a young girl’s adventure in a magical land has been entertaining audiences for over a century. MGM’s blockbuster 1939 film adaptation, featuring the timeless songs of Harold Arlen and E.Y. Harburg, along with the brilliant instrumental music of Herbert Stothart, elevated the popular novel to even greater heights. This stage adaptation, featuring the characters and celebrated songs from the film, brings the wondrous Land of Oz to life in a jubilant theatrical experience.

Join Dorothy and her loyal companion Toto as they “Follow the Yellow Brick Road” through the Land of Oz, determined to reach the Emerald City, where the great and powerful Wizard of Oz will help them get home. Of course, along the way, Dorothy encounters witches (both good and bad), Munchkins, talking trees and winged monkeys. But most importantly, she befriends three unique characters: a Scarecrow with no brain, a Tin Man with no heart, and a Lion with no “nerve.” Their journey to happiness – and self-awareness – is a glowing testament to friendship, understanding and hope in a world filled with both beauty and ugliness."

— Read the full synopsis on Concord Theatricals

Cast of Characters:

Dorothy Gale – A sweet, innocent young lady who has a streak of boldness. She lives on a farm with her Aunt Em and Uncle Henry but dreams of escaping to a far-off place where she does not get into so much trouble. She and her dog, Toto, are inseparable. She is a bit outspoken and headstrong, but dearly loves her family and friends. 

Toto – Dorothy's beloved dog.
Aunt Em – A typical hard-working farmer's wife. Although she is consumed by her responsibilities, underneath it all she cares very much for Dorothy's feelings and well-being. Aunt Em must be able to show both her strong side and her softer side.
Uncle Henry – The owner of the farm and Aunt Em's husband. He adores Dorothy, but it is clear that Aunt Em is much more in charge of Dorothy's upbringing.
Hunk/Scarecrow – One of three farmhands who offers Dorothy advice about how to deal with Miss Gulch. His alter ego in the Land of Oz, the Scarecrow is clumsy and laments all the things he could do "if he only had a brain."
Zeke/Lion – Another farmhand who talks to Dorothy about her problems, advising her to just "have a little courage." His Oz alter ego, the Lion, is lacking courage. Although he will act tough from time to time, his true fearful self comes out in any scary situation.
Hickory/Tin Man – The third farmhand, and his Oz alter ego is the Tin Man, who lacks a heart. The Tin Man is kind, sweet and nurturing.
Miss Gulch/Wicked Witch of the West – A well-off neighbor who is cold-hearted and hates Toto for getting into her yard. In Oz, the same actress plays the Wicked Witch of the West, who wants revenge on Dorothy. 

Glinda – The Good Witch of the North who guides Dorothy in her journey through Oz with a delicate and graceful nature. Glinda is a mother figure for Dorothy, as well as for the Munchkins.
Professor Marvel/The Wizard of Oz – A traveling salesman whose career of the moment is fortune telling. The audience should get the idea that he is a bit of a con man; however, he has a good heart. Similarly, his Oz counterpart, the Wizard, is a con man as well — just an average guy with a fantastic facade. When he is playing the mysterious Oz's Voice, he should sound strong and commanding.
Doorman – The Doorman of Emerald City is a comical character who tries to be tough but turns into a "softy." 
Guard – Acts similarly to the Doorman, changing from harshness to sympathy upon hearing Dorothy cry. 
Munchkins (including the Mayor, the Barrister, the Coroner, the Lollipop Guild, the Lullaby League, and more) – The little people who live in Munchkindland, the place in Oz where Dorothy's house has landed. The Munchkins have a child-like innocence, and they are full of joy and enthusiasm as they celebrate their newfound freedom.
Winged Monkeys – The Wicked Witch's animal army.
Nikko – The leader of the Winged Monkeys.
Winkie Guards – A group of the Wicked Witch's guards.
Leader of the Winkies – The leader of the Wicked Witch's guards.
The Ozians – The people who live in Emerald City. Like the Munchkins, the Ozians have a few nice features.

ENSEMBLE: Munchkins, Ozians, Jitterbugs, Optimistic Voices, Apple Trees, Crows, and more!