The Wizard of Oz (ALW): Musical Info & Synopsis


Synopsis:

The Wizard of Oz is an adaptation of the classic story of Dorothy, who is swept away to the fantastical world of Oz. Accompanied by her dog Toto, she embarks on a journey to the Emerald City to seek the help of the Wizard of Oz, hoping to find a way back to Kansas. Along the way, she befriends the Scarecrow, the Tin Man, and the Cowardly Lion. The Wizard of Oz brings to life the timeless story of friendship, self-discovery, and the beauty of finding your way back home.


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Musical Information

Musical Type: Contemporary (2011)

Cast Size: 20+

Genre: Fantasy

Setting: USA (Kansas), Fictional


Creative Team

Music: Harold Arlen, Herbert Stothart

Music/Book: Andrew Lloyd Webber

Lyrics: Yip Harburg, Tim Rice

Book: Jeremy Sams


Cast Albums

London Cast (2011)➝


Licensing

The Wizard of Oz is not currently available for licensing.


Resources

Sheet Music: Amazon➝


Tags

2010s, Animals, Based on a Book, Based on a Movie, Fantasy, Magic


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