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"I don't think we're in Kansas anymore." -Dorothy from The Wizard of Oz 
For Immediate Release: October 30, 2003
WHO:
The Children's Theatre Company (CTC), the nation's leading theater for young people and families, and recipient of the 2003 Tony® Award for Best Regional Theater.
WHAT:
The Children's Theatre Company will celebrate the holidays in grand fashion once again by staging the renowned and beloved American classic "The Wizard of Oz," based on the timeless 1939 film.
After a tremendous debut run which broke CTC box office records and left audiences wanting more in 2002, director Matthew Howe has assembled a cast of both new and veteran Ozians for this holiday extravaganza. New to the company are student actor Laura A. Osnes as Dorothy, Gerald Drake as Professor Marvel/The Great Oz and Snickers, a cairn terrier playing the beloved dog, Toto. Triumphantly returning to the Oz cast are the trio of Dean Holt (Scarecrow), Reed Sigmund (Lion) and Bradley Greenwald (Tinman).
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 the quartet's 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.
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, with scenic design by Scott Bradley, costume design by Helen Huang, lighting design by Beverly Emmons, sound design by Chris Heagle and music direction by Victor Zupanc.
WHEN:
The Wizard of Oz previews November 18-20, opens November 21, 2003 and runs through January 10, 2004.
WHERE:
The Children's Theatre Company, Mainstage, 2400 Third Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55404.
TICKET INFORMATION:
Ticket prices are $19-31 for adults and $14-25 for children, students, and seniors.
The Children's Theatre Company Ticket Office: 612-874-0400 or www.childrenstheatre.org.
Images are available on CTC’s photo distribution website: www.ctcpix.org.
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