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There's No Place Like Home for the Holidays 
For Immediate Release: October 29, 2002
Minneapolis, MN - CTC will celebrate the holidays in grand fashion by staging the renowned and beloved American classic "The Wizard of Oz," based on the timeless 1939 film. Originally produced in 1987 by the Royal Shakespeare Company, the script is based on the book by L. Frank Baum, with music and lyrics of the MGM motion picture score by Harold Arlen and E. Y. Harburg, background music by Herbert Stothart and book adaptation by John Kane from the motion picture screenplay. The production is directed and choreographed by Matthew Howe, music direction by Victor Zupanc, scenic design by Scott Bradley, costume design by Helen Huang, lighting design by Beverly Emmons, and sound design by Chris Heagle.
When a tornado transports young Dorothy from the fields of Kansas to the land of Oz, it is a Lion, Tinman and Scarecrow who help her try and get back home. That pursuit is filled with a really Wicked Witch and nasty monkeys, as well as their own insecurities. Ultimately, Dorothy's companions discover that confidence and happiness are within themselves. And, Dorothy's steadfast belief in family and home, along with some red slippers and a few familiar words, assure her return. The production will be directed by CTC's Matthew Howe, whose most recent CTC mainstage credits include Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas and Pippi Longstocking. The show previews November 12-21, 2002, opens November 22, 2002 and runs through January 11, 2003.
Tickets for "The Wizard of Oz" are on sale now. They range in price from $19-31 for adults and $14-25 for children, students, and seniors. Group discounts are available. For further information or to order tickets, call The Children's Theatre Company Ticket Office at 612-874-0400 or visit our website at www.childrenstheatre.org.
Photos are now available at www.ctcpix.org.
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