L. Frank Baum
Latest News on L. Frank Baum:
THE COLOR PURPLE, DRACULA And More Announced for Kansas City Repertory Theatre 2025-2026 Season (Feb 19, 2025)
Long Beach Shakespeare Company To Perform Radio Production Of THE WIZARD OF OZ (Feb 15, 2025)
Video: Inside Rehearsals for THE WIZ On Tour (Feb 12, 2025)
THE COLOR PURPLE, DRACULA And More Announced for Kansas City Repertory Theatre 2025-2026 Season (Feb 19, 2025)
Long Beach Shakespeare Company To Perform Radio Production Of THE WIZARD OF OZ (Feb 15, 2025)
Video: Inside Rehearsals for THE WIZ On Tour (Feb 12, 2025)
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Video: Exclusive Clip Reveals WICKED's Journey from Broadway to Big Screen
by Josh Sharpe - 2024-12-30 11:08:28
Video: New Footage From Ariana Grande's WICKED Audition Released
by Josh Sharpe - 2024-12-26 13:42:29
Photos/Video: In Rehearsal For THE WIZARD OF OZ at the Watermill Theatre
by Stephi Wild - 2023-11-14 09:19:02
Video: Deborah Cox Performs 'Believe In Yourself' From THE WIZ on TAMRON HALL
by Stephi Wild - 2023-10-31 09:25:56
Video: Deborah Cox Unveils Her THE WIZ Costume Sketch on TAMRON HALL
by Michael Major - 2023-09-19 14:17:35
THE WIZ Sets Complete National Tour Route With Stops in Chicago, Los Angeles & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2023-05-08 11:49:25
Video: Stephanie Mills & Jennifer Hudson Sing 'Home' From THE WIZ on THE JENNIFER HUDSON SHOW
by Michael Major - 2023-03-17 12:46:35
Video: THE WIZ Celebrates 48th Anniversary- Watch Original Stars Reunite!
by Nicole Rosky - 2023-01-05 11:47:22
VIDEO: First Look at Black British THE WIZ at Hope Mill Theatre
by Stephi Wild - 2021-12-13 06:37:25
VIDEO: Watch Cherelle Williams Sing "Soon As I Get Home" From THE WIZ at Hope Mill Theatre
by Stephi Wild - 2021-11-10 06:13:55
VIDEO: Idina Menzel, Kristin Chenoweth, and More Talk the Making of WICKED on CBS SUNDAY MORNING
by Stephi Wild - 2021-09-12 19:41:52
BWW Interview: Randall MacLowry & Tracy Heather Strain Talk AMERICAN OZ on PBS
by Sarah Jae Leiber - 2021-04-19 12:14:14
Celebrating Black History Month: Encores! Eases On Down the Road with THE WIZ in 2009
by Nicole Rosky - 2021-02-14 16:01:00
News
THE COLOR PURPLE, DRACULA And More Announced for Kansas City Repertory Theatre 2025-2026 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 19, 2025
Kansas City Repertory Theatre has announced a diverse lineup of shows for its 2025-2026 season. The season begins with a musical adaptation of a beloved American novel, followed by a sultry, spooky classic, and a hilarious, but heartfelt, family comedy.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 19, 2025
Kansas City Repertory Theatre has announced a diverse lineup of shows for its 2025-2026 season. The season begins with a musical adaptation of a beloved American novel, followed by a sultry, spooky classic, and a hilarious, but heartfelt, family comedy.
Long Beach Shakespeare Company To Perform Radio Production Of THE WIZARD OF OZ
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 15, 2025
The Long Beach Shakespeare Company will present The Wizard of Oz, a thrilling live radio adaptation of L. Frank Baum's beloved classic, adapted by S. H. Barnett.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 15, 2025
The Long Beach Shakespeare Company will present The Wizard of Oz, a thrilling live radio adaptation of L. Frank Baum's beloved classic, adapted by S. H. Barnett.
Video: Inside Rehearsals for THE WIZ On Tour
by Joshua Wright - Feb 12, 2025
Get a first look at the cast of The Wiz in rehearsals ahead of the tour's first performances at the West Herr Auditorium Theatre in Rochester, NY. The tour begins performances on February 22nd, 2025. Watch the cast perform 'Be A Lion,' 'Ease On Down The Road,' and more.
by Joshua Wright - Feb 12, 2025
Get a first look at the cast of The Wiz in rehearsals ahead of the tour's first performances at the West Herr Auditorium Theatre in Rochester, NY. The tour begins performances on February 22nd, 2025. Watch the cast perform 'Be A Lion,' 'Ease On Down The Road,' and more.
Tickets on Sale This Week For THE WIZ in Memphis
by Stephi Wild - Feb 11, 2025
Tickets for the Memphis engagement of The Wiz will go on sale Wednesday, February 12 at 10am for 8 performances July 22-27. Learn more about the show here!
by Stephi Wild - Feb 11, 2025
Tickets for the Memphis engagement of The Wiz will go on sale Wednesday, February 12 at 10am for 8 performances July 22-27. Learn more about the show here!
Lois Robbins and Ephraim Birney To Star In Benefit Reading Of THE FUN-ER-AL: A FUNDRAISING MEMORIAL FOR THE DEATH OF AMERICAN THEATRE
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 3, 2025
Royal Family Productions will present a benefit reading of Artistic Director Chris Henry's new short comedy, inspired by Christopher Durang, titled The Fun-er-al: A Fundraising Memorial for the Death of the American Theatre.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 3, 2025
Royal Family Productions will present a benefit reading of Artistic Director Chris Henry's new short comedy, inspired by Christopher Durang, titled The Fun-er-al: A Fundraising Memorial for the Death of the American Theatre.
Cumberland County Playhouse Presents THE WIZARD OF OZ
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 1, 2025
Beginning February 14, the Cumberland County Playhouse will present The Wizard of Oz! The Wizard of Oz is rated G and runs on the Mainstage through March 23.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 1, 2025
Beginning February 14, the Cumberland County Playhouse will present The Wizard of Oz! The Wizard of Oz is rated G and runs on the Mainstage through March 23.
THE WIZ North American Tour is Coming to The Hobby Center This Spring
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 28, 2025
The Wiz National Tour is coming to the Hobby Center in the spring. The principal cast includes Dana Cimone, making her national tour debut, as Dorothy, Alan Mingo Jr. Learn more about the tour dates and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 28, 2025
The Wiz National Tour is coming to the Hobby Center in the spring. The principal cast includes Dana Cimone, making her national tour debut, as Dorothy, Alan Mingo Jr. Learn more about the tour dates and see how to purchase tickets.
LEGALLY BLONDE, LIFE OF PI, and More Set For Citadel Theatre's 2025-26 Season
by Stephi Wild - Jan 28, 2025
The Citadel Theatre has announced a brand-new season of theatre. From familiar classics to new and groundbreaking scripts, learn more about the 2025/26 Season here!
by Stephi Wild - Jan 28, 2025
The Citadel Theatre has announced a brand-new season of theatre. From familiar classics to new and groundbreaking scripts, learn more about the 2025/26 Season here!
Untitled Theater Company Celebrates 30th Anniversary and Award The David A. Einhorn Playwriting Prize
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 22, 2025
On Sunday January 26, at 5pm, Untitled Theater Company will celebrate 30 years of production! Founded by David and Edward Einhorn in 1995, the theater company has produced over 50 shows, festivals such at the Václav Havel Festival and the Ionesco Festival, and many other readings and special events.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 22, 2025
On Sunday January 26, at 5pm, Untitled Theater Company will celebrate 30 years of production! Founded by David and Edward Einhorn in 1995, the theater company has produced over 50 shows, festivals such at the Václav Havel Festival and the Ionesco Festival, and many other readings and special events.
Emma Kingston and Zizi Strallen Will Join West End Cast of WICKED
by Stephi Wild - Jan 16, 2025
WICKED has announced its full new London cast who are set to begin performances at London's Apollo Victoria Theatre in March. Learn more about the full cast here!
by Stephi Wild - Jan 16, 2025
WICKED has announced its full new London cast who are set to begin performances at London's Apollo Victoria Theatre in March. Learn more about the full cast here!
Dana Cimone, Alan Mingo Jr., and More Will Lead National Tour of THE WIZ
by Stephi Wild - Jan 10, 2025
Following its run on Broadway, casting has been announced for the touring production of the Tony Award-winning hit musical THE WIZ. Learn more about who is starring in the show here!
by Stephi Wild - Jan 10, 2025
Following its run on Broadway, casting has been announced for the touring production of the Tony Award-winning hit musical THE WIZ. Learn more about who is starring in the show here!
WICKED Movie Now Available to Own or Rent on Digital
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 31, 2024
Ring in the New Year with Wicked! After setting the record for the biggest opening for a movie based on a Broadway show, the musical adaptation is now available exclusively on digital platforms to own or rent.
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 31, 2024
Ring in the New Year with Wicked! After setting the record for the biggest opening for a movie based on a Broadway show, the musical adaptation is now available exclusively on digital platforms to own or rent.
Video: Exclusive Clip Reveals WICKED's Journey from Broadway to Big Screen
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 30, 2024
BroadwayWorld is thrilled to share an exclusive clip from the home release of Wicked, which sheds light on the origins of the film, from the Broadway musical to the big screen. Watch it now!
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 30, 2024
BroadwayWorld is thrilled to share an exclusive clip from the home release of Wicked, which sheds light on the origins of the film, from the Broadway musical to the big screen. Watch it now!
O MÁGICO DE OZ Comes to Teatro Claro in 2025
by Stephi Wild - Dec 30, 2024
Para celebrar os 22 anos desde a primeira montagem no repertório da companhia, o musical O MÁGICO DE OZ – Versão 2025 dirigido por BILLY BOND, terá 15 apresentações no Tetro Claro.
by Stephi Wild - Dec 30, 2024
Para celebrar os 22 anos desde a primeira montagem no repertório da companhia, o musical O MÁGICO DE OZ – Versão 2025 dirigido por BILLY BOND, terá 15 apresentações no Tetro Claro.
Video: Shiz University Students Learn of Fiyero's Arrival in WICKED Deleted Scene
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 27, 2024
In a new Wicked deleted scene, we see The Shiz Gazette newspaper being passed around to Shiz students as they discover the exciting news of Fiyero's arrival, culminating in Galinda receiving the paper as seen in the final cut. Watch it now!
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 27, 2024
In a new Wicked deleted scene, we see The Shiz Gazette newspaper being passed around to Shiz students as they discover the exciting news of Fiyero's arrival, culminating in Galinda receiving the paper as seen in the final cut. Watch it now!
Video: Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo Star in New WICKED Deleted Scenes
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 26, 2024
Ahead of the digital and physical releases of Wicked, ET has shared two new exclusive deleted scenes from the film. The first scene is a deleted montage of Glinda and Elphaba on the train to the Emerald City, with the second being an unfinished scene from later in the film. Watch both clips now!
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 26, 2024
Ahead of the digital and physical releases of Wicked, ET has shared two new exclusive deleted scenes from the film. The first scene is a deleted montage of Glinda and Elphaba on the train to the Emerald City, with the second being an unfinished scene from later in the film. Watch both clips now!
Video: New Footage From Ariana Grande's WICKED Audition Released
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 26, 2024
ET has released new footage of Ariana Grande's audition for Glinda in the Wicked movie. In the video, Grande can be seen singing and acting in auditions for the role, alongside commentary from the performer and director Jon M. Chu. Watch the video!
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 26, 2024
ET has released new footage of Ariana Grande's audition for Glinda in the Wicked movie. In the video, Grande can be seen singing and acting in auditions for the role, alongside commentary from the performer and director Jon M. Chu. Watch the video!
Video: WICKED Movie 'Toss Toss' Deleted Scene Unveiled
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 26, 2024
Ahead of the digital and physical releases of Wicked, TODAY has shared an exclusive clip of a deleted scene from the film. The scene, from an extended cut of 'Popular' sees Glinda attempt to teach Elphaba the art of Toss Toss- with mixed results. Watch the clip now!
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 26, 2024
Ahead of the digital and physical releases of Wicked, TODAY has shared an exclusive clip of a deleted scene from the film. The scene, from an extended cut of 'Popular' sees Glinda attempt to teach Elphaba the art of Toss Toss- with mixed results. Watch the clip now!
WICKED Digital and Blu-ray Special Features Revealed
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 26, 2024
Fans can prepare for the official Wicked digital and Blu-ray release with the extensive special feature listing which includes documentaries, deleted scenes, commentaries, and more. Take a look at the full list below!
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 26, 2024
Fans can prepare for the official Wicked digital and Blu-ray release with the extensive special feature listing which includes documentaries, deleted scenes, commentaries, and more. Take a look at the full list below!
Registration Now Open for Creative Root’s Summer 2025 Theatre Camp for Kids
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 16, 2024
Creative Root's Summer camps at DePaul's Lincoln Park Campus are the ultimate blend of fun, theatre, and personal growth. Learn more about the summer camps and see how to apply.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 16, 2024
Creative Root's Summer camps at DePaul's Lincoln Park Campus are the ultimate blend of fun, theatre, and personal growth. Learn more about the summer camps and see how to apply.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has L. Frank Baum written?
L. Frank Baum has written 4 shows including The Wizard of Oz (Bookwriter/Lyricist), The Wizard of Oz (Source Material), The Wiz (Source Material), A Mermaid's Tale (Author).
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