The Wizard of Oz
Ohio Shakespeare Festival
Akron, OH
Professional Theatre
By L. Frank Baum
With Music and Lyrics by Harold Arlen and E. Y. Harburg
Background Music by Herbert Stothart
Dance and Vocal Arrangements by Peter Howard
Orchestration by Larry L. Wilcox
Adapted by John Kane for the Royal Shakespeare Company
April 25 - May 12, 2024
Show Description:
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 story, in which young Dorothy Gale travels from Kansas over the rainbow to the magical Land of Oz, continues to thrill audiences worldwide.
This whimsical and imaginative production will surprise and delight with theatrical staging, an unexpected cast, puppetry, and more, while still appealing to even the most traditional of Oz fans.
Featuring live actor-musicians from local English/Irish folk band THE RUDE SEA.
Staff and Cast
Director: Tess Burgler
Musical Director: The Rude Sea
Cast:
Showtimes:
8pm Thursdays
8pm Fridays
8pm Saturdays
2pm Sundays
Health and Safety Guidelines
- We are no longer enforcing mask-wearing in the theatre.
- We will not require proof of vaccination status or negative test results for these performances.
- If you would like to request socially distanced seating, you may do so by contacting the box office directly at 330-5-SHAKES or email johnpeters@ohioshakespeare.com
Content Advisories
There are no content advisories for this production.
Location:
Greystone Hall
6th Floor
103 South High Street
Akron, OH 44308