IPAL is preparing a special production of The Wizard of Oz, directed by Leigh Simmons with assistance from Donna Berard and Suzi. Eith performances are scheduled over two wekks (June 10-20). Thursday, Friday and Saturday performances will start at 7 pm and Sunday matinees will begin at 3 pm.
This muscial is the Royal Shakespeare Company verion, which is close to the movie version. It is based on the book by L. Frank Baum, witih music and lyrics from the MGM motion picture by harold Arlen and E.Y. Harburg. The background musci is by Herbert Stothart. the book is adapted from the origianl screenplay by John Kane. Choral directors are Hellon Hodge and Suzi Thornton. Cathy Melancon is charge of soctumes and choreography is by Trudi Perret. Pianist is Marcus McCullough. The production is sponsored by Community First Bank.
The cat includes 52 young actors from area and home schools. With a cast this big, IPAL suggests that tickets be purchased early.
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