Set Off To See The Wizard with WOH's THE WIZARD OF OZ

The Waterville Opera House (WOH) is delighted to be your guide to the land over the rainbow we all know and love -- the magical land of Oz - as they present an unforgettable production of the classic heart-warming musical The Wizard of Oz! Opening on Friday, April 5th, this production will run through Sunday, April 14th at the wonderful Waterville Opera House located in historic downtown Waterville, Maine. With family-friendly times scheduled each weekend, your family is sure to enjoy this memorable musical adventure that reminds us all there's truly "no place like home."

Travel with Dorothy Gale as she journeys through this mystical and mysterious place with her furry sidekick, Toto. Along the way, Dorothy befriends three charming and beloved characters: Scarecrow, Tinman, and Cowardly Lion. As Dorothy voyages through this unknown land, she receives help from Glinda The Good Witch and the pint-sized citizens of Munchkinland before she stumbles into trouble with the foul Wicked Witch of the West and her troupe of flying monkeys. Can Dorothy's friends unite to rescue their young companion and help her discover the true meaning of home? Oz comes to life at the Waterville Opera House with colorful costumes, grand set designs, a live orchestra, and incredible aerial flights of fancy high above the stage. Adults and children alike will want to sing along to iconic songs, including "We're Off to See the Wizard "and the award-winning "Over the Rainbow!"

The Wizard of Oz Showtimes*
April 5, 6, 12 at 7:30pm
April 7, 13, 14 at 2:00pm
*Please Note: This show has evening performances and matinees to make it more accessible.*

The talented cast of community actors performing in The Wizard of Oz is:

Dorothy Gale - Katie Boston
Zeke / Cowardly Lion - Mandela Gardner
Hickory / Tinman - Tim Croce
Hunk / Scarecrow - Ben Clark
Aunt Em - Laverne Craig
Uncle Henry - Dave Germain
Glinda, The Good Witch - Jessica Lake
Miss Almira Gulch / The Wicked Witch of the West - Jeralyn Shattuck
Professor Chester Marvel / Wizard of Oz - Bart Shattuck

Childrens Ensemble - Juliet Boivin, Emmy Carlson, Brooke Chamberlain, Ella Clark, Grace Clark, Lydia Clark, Sam Clark, Teddy Clark, Jacob Coons, Gabrielle Finelli, Isabelle Gannett, Micah Grazulis, Lucy Hallen, Nickolas Harper, Ezra Haviland, Riviera Hernandez, Paige Lambert, Tristan Morton, Mac VanDeventer, Kate Walters.

Adult Ensemble -Dana Bushee, Matthew Craig, Samantha Delorie, Robin Finelli, Vanessa Glazier, Celeste Gleason, Richard Haviland, Paul Herard, Hannah King, Gretchen Lane, Katie Libold, Arturo Meneses, Laura Messner, Melvin Morrison.

Production Team
Directed by Debra Susi
Musical Direction by Cynthia Sambrano
Choreography by Ariel Grenier
Scenic Design by Chad Lefebvre
Costume Design by Lorica Siefken
Lighting Design by Tony Gerow
Sound Design by Elijah Livingston

The Wizard of Oz runs April 5th through 14th at the Waterville Opera House. Tickets range from $24 - $27. Groups of 10+ receive a 10% discount. WOH's 18 - 19 season programming is made possible through the generous sponsorship of the Harold Alfond Foundation, Colby College, Golden Pond Wealth Management, Maine General Health, Kennebec Savings Bank, Central Maine Motors, Northern Light Inland Hospital, GHM Agency, Central Maine Newspapers, Marie Cormier, JS McCarthy Printers, and Woodlands Senior Living. Sponsors for The Wizard of Oz are Day's Jewelers of Waterville and Augusta, Winslow Community Federal Credit Union, and Mix Maine Media. The Wizard of Oz is presented through special arrangement with Tams-Witmark Music Library, Inc. For more information or to reserve tickets call 873-7000, visit our website at http://www.operahouse.org

About The Waterville Opera House
The Waterville Opera House has been Central Maine's cultural center since 1902, treating audiences of all ages to the magic of the performing arts. The 810-seat venue has been host to theatrical productions, ballet performances, concerts, vaudeville and comedy acts, touring shows, as well as a variety of community celebrations and special events. Each year, the Opera House draws 30,000 patrons, reaches 4,000 students through its education performances, and features 250 youths in their theater camps and productions. From the classics to new releases the Waterville Opera House has a seat for you. For more information, visit http://www.operahouse.org/

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