A Wicked night at the Orpheum Soiree!
2023-11-17 19:00 (America/Chicago) | Orpheum Theatre, 203 S. Main Street, Memphis, TN, 38103, United States
This year’s swankified celebration at the Orpheum Theatre in Memphis is inspired by the blockbuster sensation WICKED and is sure to be the most popular ticket in town.
Join us for a magical evening inside our historic theatre as we capture the eccentric essence of Oz! Enjoy specialty themed cocktails, delicious food, photo opportunities, music, dancing, and more. Then, defy gravity in our paddle raise and live auction! All proceeds benefit the Orpheum Theatre Group’s mission to provide arts access and education opportunities across the Mid-South.

The Wonderful Wizard of Oz Pantomime
2023-11-30 - 2023-12-02 | Burnley College, Princess Way, Burnley, BB12 0AN, United Kingdom
The 1st year Performing Arts and Dance Students of Burnley College are “Off to see the Wizard!” Follow the yellow brick road with us as our amazing performers bring to life this iconic story with dance, song, and slapstick. Sure to captivate audiences of all ages and keep you laughing ‘til the new year!
Tickets are £5 – £10 through EventBrite.
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-wonderful-wizard-of-oz-pantomime-tickets-740002376027?aff=oddtdtcreator

The Wizard of Oz for the holidays in La Crosse, WI
2023-12-01 - 2023-12-17 | La Crosse Community Theatre, 428 Front Street South, La Crosse, WI, 54601, United States
“There’s no place like home” for the holidays with our production of The Wizard of Oz. Join Dorothy and Toto, too, as they are swept away to the magical land of Oz. Along the way, they befriend a Scarecrow, a Tin Man, and a Lion, all of whom are searching for their truest desires. But when the Wicked Witch of the West threatens their journey to see the wonderful Wizard of Oz, the friends must band together to triumph over the forces of evil and help Dorothy return over the rainbow back to Kansas.

PLEASE NOTE: Saturday performances for this production will take place at 2pm, not 7:30pm.

TICKETS ON SALE OCTOBER 2, 2023

The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus in Lionville, PA
2023-12-01 08:00 - 2023-12-10 17:00 | The Barley Sheaf Players, 810 N Whitford Rd, Lionville, PA, 19353, United States
The Barley Sheaf Players presents L. Frank Baum’s Life and Adventures of Santa Claus.
Where did Santa come from? How did he make his first toy? Why does he climb down chimneys? How did he learn to laugh, “HO, HO, HO!” L. Frank Baum, the author of The Wonderful Wizard of Oz knows. He along with Necile, the nymph who found and raised Claus in the world of Knooks, Faeries, Ryls, and even the dreaded Awgwas bring you into this fantastical story to learn this and more!

Wizard of Oz Panto at the Epsom Playhouse
2023-12-15 08:00 - 2024-01-01 17:00 | The Epsom Playhouse, Ashley Avenue, Epsom, https://www.epsomplayhouse.co.uk, KT18 5AL, United Kingdom
Join Dorothy as she begins her adventure into the wonderful land of Oz. Helped along the way by Lion, Tin Man and Scarecrow. A show filled with excitement, laughter and the usual panto magic. Journey with Dorothy as she remembers ‘There’s no place like home‘ in this year’s magical Christmas panto.

Ballet Theatre UK tours Wizard of Oz
2024-01-11 08:00 - 2024-02-04 17:00 | Ballet Theatre UK, Leicestershire House, Hinckley, Leicestershire, LE10 1NL, United Kingdom
Oz fans in the UK are enjoying a Wizard of Oz ballet on tour now through Feb. 4. Check the website for a theater near you.
Join Ballet Theatre UK as we follow the yellow brick road and discover all the wonders of Oz.Enjoy Dorothy, the Scarecrow, Tinman, and Lion, (and yes Toto too) as they seek the WonderfulWizard to find that there’s no place like home!
The Wizard of Oz is a two act, full-length, ballet adaptation of the iconic tale by L. Frank Baum, toldthroughthe magic of classical dance. Set to a classical score which brings the story to life, thisproduction is family friendly and is the perfect way to introduce children to the classical ballet.
The production is presented with beautiful backdrops, stunningtheatrical sets and costumes evokingthe iconic sketches by W.W. Denslow, from the original publication.
Here’s a direct link to the calendar with locations and dates: https://www.ents24.com/uk/tour-dates/ballet-theatre-uk

El Otro Oz at Atlantic Stage 2 in Chelsea
2024-01-13 08:00 - 2024-03-03 17:00 | Atlantic Theatre, 330 West 16th Street, New York, NY, 10011, United States
Click your heels together tres veces and take a transformative journey with this salsa, merengue, and Mexican folk-infused musical inspired by The Wizard of Oz. As her fifteenth birthday approaches, Dora, a contemporary Latiné teenager, struggles with her family’s ideas about tradition and dreads her impending quinceañera! But, when Dora gets swept away to a strange new land, she learns how to celebrate her unique rhythm and embrace her cultural identity.
Kids tickets are $17.85; Adult tickets are $39.19

MGM's Wizard of Oz returns to theaters
2024-01-28 - 2024-01-31
Fathom events will be screening MGM’s classic Wizard of Oz musical in theaters January 28, 29, and 31. Follow the link to find the theater nearest you. Be sure to arrive early; Tori Calamito of The Oz Vlog will be featured on screen with Wizard of Oz trivia questions. Tori is a member of the Oz Club’s board of directors and we’re thrilled for her!
https://www.fathomevents.com/events/the-wizard-of-oz-85th-anniversary/

Journey to Oz at Kansas City's Crown Center
2024-02-10 08:00 - 2024-05-05 17:00 | Crown Center, 2405 Grand Blvd. Ste 200, Kansas City, MO, 64108, United States
Drop into Munchkinland, then follow Dorothy, the Scarecrow, Tin Man, and Cowardly Lion down the Yellow Brick Road to the Emerald City. Don’t miss the Wicked Witch’s castle! What’s more fun for kids than playing in Oz? Bring the family to this FREE exhibit on the lower level Showplace of Crown Center.
Open Monday – Saturday, 10am to 6pm; Sunday, Noon to 5pm. Closed March 31 and Easter Sunday.

Oz arrives in Bucharest as immersive art experience
2024-02-20 08:00 - 2024-08-20 17:00 | Museum of Immersive New Art, Strada George Constantinescu 2-4, București, Romania
Bucharest’s Museum of Immersive New Art – MINA new show, The Wizard of Oz Immersive, is a different reinterpretation of the classic story through 360 video projections on the walls, including the ceiling and floor.
The 30-minute show, created by digital art studio The Illusionists, combines state-of-the-art technology, animation, and storytelling. Alexei Turcan selected and recorded the voices.
The Wizard of OZ Immersive will be on show at MINA for six months beginning February 20. Tickets can be purchased online on the museum’s website.
MINA is the first immersive space in Romania and the largest new media art center in Southeast Europe. It opened last year in a building that once housed the first Romanian computer factory in northern Bucharest.

MGM's Wizard of Oz with Colorado Symphony
2024-03-02 19:30 - 2024-03-03 22:00 | Boettcher Concert Hall, 1000 14th Street, Denver, CO, 80202, United States
You know the film; experience it now on the big screen as the Colorado Symphony performs the score live! With tickets starting at just $10, bring family and friends.
With Scott Terrell, conductor.
Ticket prices range fro $10-$108.

Roseville Theatre Arts Academy presents The Wizard of Oz
2024-03-08 08:00 - 2024-03-23 17:00 | Roseville Theatre Arts Academy, 241 Vernon St., Roseville, CA, 95678, United States
A Masters Production of the classic story, the RTAA production features music from the MGM film. The academy is an award-winning children’s theatre in Downtown Roseville, California, that reaches out to all children to participate in live theatre and musical theatre productions.

New Mexico Ballet offers The Wizard of Oz
2024-04-06 18:00 - 20:00 | Popejoy Hall, 203 Cornell Dr., Albuquerque, NM, 87131, United States
The New Mexico Ballet Company joins the New Mexico Philharmonic for a colorful, fully staged production of L. Frank Baum’s cherished story of Dorothy’s journey to the Emerald City! Follow the yellow brick road as she encounters amazing characters—and finds that quick wits, compassion, courage—and just a touch of magic—are inside of us all. Join us for a wondrous night of enchanting music and dance!
Ticket are priced from $35-90.

The Wizard of Oz Balloon Adventure
2024-04-11 - 2024-04-21 | Boat Showroom, 1 Liechty Drive, Williams Bay, WI, 53191, United States
Calling all adventurers! Immerse yourself in a world of over 100,000 balloons, capture whimsical photos, and enjoy special guest appearances on weekends! The enchanting world of Oz awaits in the Boat Showroom at PIER 290 in Williams Bay, Wisconsin, for the 2024 Balloon Adventure!
Choose your ticket and embark on an enchanting adventure! In addition to general admission, special events have been planned including Wicked Night Out for adults, Moms & Munckins, and more.
Tickets range from $10-30. See website for specific event dates and times.

Venturing down the Yellow Brick Road in Burlington, Vermont
2024-04-11 08:00 - 2024-04-14 17:00 | The Flynn, 153 Main Street,, Burlington, VT, 05401, United States
A legendary American story returns to The Flynn Main Stage to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Lyric Theatre Company. The classic novel by L. Frank Baum comes to life with iconic music from the MGM film and all the characters we have fallen in love with over the years. Come with us down the yellow brick road and experience why there really is “no place like home”.
Experience The Wizard of Oz like you never have before! With stunning sets, lavish costumes, and spectacle worthy of the Wizard himself. Lyric Theatre will transport you and your family over the rainbow for a magical experience, unlike any other.

Tickets are $20-49.

The Wizard of Oz Performed by Bartlesville Civic Ballet
2024-04-20 08:00 - 2024-04-21 17:00 | Bartlesville Community Center, 300 SE Adams Blvd, Bartlesville, OK, 74003, United States
Join the Bartlesville Civic Ballet for an enchanting evening with the beloved characters and iconic moments from L. Frank Baum’s classic story. Under the creative direction of choreographer Joy Delaney Capponi, and featuring the remarkable Daniel Baudendistel as Oz, with stunning costumes, enchanting music, and a talented cast.

Wizard of Oz on stage in Rome
2024-04-22 - 2024-05-01 | Luneur Park, Via delle Tre Fontane, Rome, Italy
English readers may need to use Google translate to get the details from this Italian website, but if you’re in Rome April 11-May first, enjoy The Wizard of Oz onstage in Luneur Park.
Dates and times of this production are April 22-25, 29-30 and May 1.

No Place Like the Palace Theatre in Manchester, UK
2024-04-24 08:00 - 2024-05-05 17:00 | Palace Theatre Manchester, 97 Oxford St, Manchester, United Kingdom
Direct from The London Palladium, the sensational new production of one of the world’s most beloved musicals comes to Manchester. Join Dorothy, Toto, and friends on an unforgettable adventure down the yellow brick road to the merry old land of Oz. Starring award-winning comedian and musical theatre star Jason Manford as The Cowardly Lion, JLS sensation Aston Merrygold as The Tin Man and RuPaul’s Drag Race UK winner and Dancing On Ice star The Vivienne as The Wicked Witch of the West, this spectacular production will be truly magical for all the family.
This touring show will visit five cities in the UK. For tickets at all locations, visit the website.

UK Wizard of Oz on Tour in Woking
2024-05-07 - 2024-05-12 | New Victoria Theatre, The Ambassadors, The Peacocks Centre, Woking, GU21 6GQ, United Kingdom
Starring Strictly Come Dancing judge Craig Revel Horwood as The Wicked Witch Of The West, this spectacular touring production offers the beloved story of Dorothy and friends as a live theater event for the whole family.
See all five venues with dates and links to ticket sales at the website.

We’re off to see the Wizard; Dinner theater in Fredericksburg, Virginia
2024-05-22 08:00 - 2024-07-14 17:00
This timeless tale – in which young Dorothy Gale travels from Kansas over the rainbow to the magical Land of Oz – has been charming audiences for generations. Follow the yellow brick road all the way to the Emerald City in this delightful stage adaptation of L. Frank Baum’s enduring classic. Filled with brains, heart, and courage, and featuring the iconic score from the MGM film, The Wizard of Oz is fun for the whole family!
Evening dinner theater and matinee performances… Lots of options on the website!

International Ballet of Florida: The Wizard of Oz
2024-05-26 | Manatee Performing Arts Center, 502 Third Avenue West, Bradenton, FL, 34205, United States
The International Ballet of Florida is proud to present an original production of “The Wizard of Oz.” Follow Dorothy, the Tin Man, the Scarecrow, the Cowardly Lion and more on their journey to the Emerald City. This stunning performance with original choreography by Vadim Fedotov and music composed by David Goldstein will feature premiere international ballet stars with the dancers of The International Ballet of Florida.
Two performances Sunday May 26, 2024, 2:00 & 7:00 pm

Margaret Hamilton's friendship with Laura Jane Musser on exhibit
2024-05-30 08:00 - 2024-08-31 17:00 | Linden Hill Historic Estate, 608 Highland Avenue, Little Falls, MN, 56345, United States
Linden Hill Historic Estate in Little Falls, Minnesota, celebrates the warm friendship heiress (and early Oz Club member) Laura Jane Musser shared with actress Margaret Hamilton. Correspondents and travel companions, the friendship between the two will be featured during tours of Linden Hall Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays May 30-August 31. In addition to letters, memorabilia to be displayed includes dolls, photos, drawings, posters, and more.
Follow in the footsteps of Margaret Hamilton and explore the personal connection she shared with Laura Jane with a visit to Linden Hall. This collection is rarely displayed, giving Oz fans an unique opportunity to discover the off-screen persona of out favorite Wicked Witch.
Linden Hill tour tickets, including the special Oz display, are $10/adult, $5 youth ages 5-17, with children 4 and under free.
For more information see, this report.

OzStravaganza 2024
2024-05-31 - 2024-06-02 | The International L. Frank Baum & All Things Oz Historical Foundation, 219 Genesee St., Chittenango, NY, 13037, United States
Mark your calendars for the 2024 celebration of All Things Oz in Chittenango, NY, birthplace of L. Frank Baum. The communities annual festival draws fans from near and far.
Gita Morena, great-granddaughter of L. Frank Baum, Robert Welch, grandson of Arnold (Buddy) Gillespie, composer Steve Margoshes, author/illustrator Gabriel Gale (Ages of Oz, The Art of Oz), and Oz author, historian, and emcee John Fricke are already confirmed. Watch the website for announcements of other special guests, entertainment and activities for the whole family.

Judy Garland Festival 2024
2024-06-20 - 2024-06-22 | Judy Garland Museum, 2727 S. Pokegama Ave., Grand Rapids, MN, 55744, United States
The Judy Garland Museum in Grand Rapids, Minnesota, has announced this year’s dates. Mark June 20-22 and save the dates. More information should be available soon at their website.

The Puppet Company stages Oz in Glen Echo, MD
2024-07-06 - 2024-08-04 | The Puppet Company, 7300 MacArthur Boulevard, Glen Echo, MD, 20812, United States
L. Frank Baum’s story and W.W. Denslow’s illustrations come alive on the puppet stage through August 4. The Puppet Company uses several styles of puppetry, we tell the great American fairy tale with performers in costumes, guiding the audience down the yellow brick road.
A detailed review can be found here.
Recommended for 4+ Run time of approximately 60 minutes. See website for showtimes.

OzCon International in Pomona, California
2024-07-19 - 2024-07-20 | Kellogg West Conference Center, 3801 W. Temple Avenue, Building 76, Pomona, CA, 91768, United States
OzCon International 2024 – Celebrating The Royal Historians of Oz & Games Galore!
Join us at Kellogg West in beautiful Pomona, California, from July 19th & 20th, 2024, as we embark on a magical journey through all the Royal Historians’ wondrous versions of Oz and beyond. We’re also dedicating this event to all the enchanting games inspired by the Land of Oz, from board games to card games, tabletop RPGs to video games.
Registration is open through the website. Reduced rates for children.

"There's No Place Like Home" UFDC 75th Annual Convention
2024-07-23 - 2024-07-27 | Kansas City Marriott Downtown, 200 West 12th Street, Kansas City, MO, 64105, United States
The United Federation of Doll Club’s Annual Convention will be held in Kansas City with Oz as the theme. “There’s No Place Like Home” is especially appropriate as the UFDC’s headquarters and museum is located in Kansas City, and this is the group’s 75th annual convention. Described as the largest and most highly acclaimed doll collecting conference in the world, the annual event is the original forum for doll dialogs, research, education, conservation, collecting, and the appreciation of dolls.
Past Oz Club President Jane Albright will be presenting “Oz Dolls: 120 Years of Dorothy and Friends” Tuesday afternoon. Throughout the week several hands-on workshops feature Oz doll and doll making projects. Exhibits include both a private collection of Oz dolls, and a display of dolls celebrating The Wiz. Meals with Oz themes will feature dolls by Robert Tonner, R.John Wright, and Maggie Iacono. The MGM film will be screened Saturday. Friday afternoon offers “public day” access to the sales room.
Registration tables, an orientation, ice cream social, and similar events are planned for Monday July 22.
For additional details, see their website for registration details and costs.

Oz art and activities at the Cultural Center of Cape Cod
2024-07-26 08:00 - 2024-09-27 17:00 | Cultural Center of Cape Cod, Flagship Bass River Campus 307 Old Main St., South Yarmouth, MA, 02664, United States
Cultural Center of Cape Cod offers an opening event Saturday, July 27, from 10am – 3pm for its Wizard of Oz exhibit. Event tickets are $25.
Central to the exhibit are thirteen mural-sized canvases by Christina Schlesinger. “The Dorothy Paintings” reimagine Dorothy’s adventures as the symbol of youthful resilience and independence. “Through my paintings, I wanted to capture Dorothy’s journey as a powerful metaphor for the challenges and triumphs young girls face in discovering their own strengths,” says Schlesinger.
Families can engage in hands-on activities both indoors and out by building LEGO creations in the “No Place Like Home” room cooling off in the “Somewhere Over the Rainbow” sprinkler. The Palette supper club offering dishes inspired by the world of Oz, complemented by Oz-centered jazz performances. Renowned pianist Laszlo Gardony will provide fresh takes on American Songbook classics and riginal compositions, including his arrangement of “Over the Rainbow.”
The exhibit itself remains open through Sept. 27. The website indicates “donations encouraged” for admission following the opening event.

Illinois Oz Fest returns to Mapleton Aug. 10
2024-08-10 | Butler Hanes Park, 9424 S Mapleton Road, Mapleton, IL, 61547, United States
The Oz Garden at Butler Haynes Park comes to life with music and magic every year, creating a wonderful Oz-filled weekend of families and fans. Performances, story telling, and photo opportunities with popular The Spirit of Oz characters are highlights for everyone. Participate in contests and activities, take the kids to the Stevens Puppet Show of The Wizard of Oz, visit vendor booths and more as you make memories of your very own visit to Oz.
Admission:
$6.00 Adults
$4.00 Seniors 55+
$4.00 Kids 12yrs and under
Kids 2 & Under Free

4th Oz Land Festival to be held in Peekskill, NY, August 17.
2024-08-17 | Peekskill NY, South Street, Peekskill, NY, 10566, United States
Vendors and Food Trucks and Actors, Oh my! Antonia Arts’ fourth annual Ozland Festival will take place on Saturday, August 17, 2024. An open call for character actors is out, as entertainment for the outdoor stage, the “Artsmobile from Arts Westchester, and vendors are confirmed. South Street in downtown Peekskill will be closed off for festivities. Dress as your favorite character and join the fun. Peekskill is where Oz author L. Frank Baum famously, if briefly, attended military school, giving this community a unique connection to Oz history.
Sponsor Antonia Arts is a non-profit organization that fosters growth in the creative and performing arts.
This year’s planning committee (pictured from l-r) include cartographer Christine Lifgren, founder Scarlett Antonia, stage manager David Peterman, and event coordinator Sonia Lee Garber.
Here’s a link to early news coverage.
