Ruby Slippers

Review: TINSELTOWN TUNES with Little Rock Winds at Second Presbyterian Church in Little Rock
by Theresa Bertram - Mar 12, 2025

The Little Rock Winds captured cinematic magic with their program TINSELTOWN TUNES at the Second Presbyterian Church in Little Rock Thursday, Feb. 27. Conducted by the very entertaining Israel Getzov and accompanied by voice extraordinaire Brent Walker, their music transcended the audience through a whirlwind of iconic film scores, sweeping them from the golden age of Hollywood epics to heart-pounding action blockbusters and beloved family classics.

Cast Set for THE WIZARD OF OZ at Performing Arts Center San Luis Obispo
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 18, 2025

Click your ruby slippers together and be magically transported to the Emerald City in the region's first grand production of THE WIZARD OF OZ at Performing Arts Center San Luis Obispo! Learn how to purchase tickets.

MIDSUMMA FESTIVAL Kicks Off This Weekend
by Stephi Wild - Jan 16, 2025

This weekend Midsumma Festival 2025 will kick off with the highly anticipated Midsumma Carnival in the Alexandra Gardens. Learn more about the upcoming event here!

Olivia Newton-John's GREASE Jacket Sells for $476,000 at Auction
by Blair Ingenthron - Dec 14, 2024

Julien's Auctions and Turner Classic Movies has concluded its year-end blockbuster event A WEEK OF HOLLYWOOD LEGENDS. Learn more about the sales here!

Ruby Slippers From THE WIZARD OF OZ Sell for Record-Breaking $28 Million
by Blair Ingenthron - Dec 8, 2024

According to the New York Times, the iconic ruby slippers from the 1939 film The Wizard of Oz have sold at an auction in Dallas for a record $28 million.

Video: THE WIZARD OF OZ Ruby Slippers and Witch Hat Spotlighted on TODAY SHOW
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 21, 2024

A pair of the iconic ruby slippers from 1939's The Wizard of Oz are currently up for auction. The TODAY Show is taking a closer look at the piece of movie memorabilia, along with the pointy hat worn by Margaret Hamilton as the Wicked Witch. Watch the full segment now!

Judy Garland's Ruby Slippers From THE WIZARD OF OZ Up for Auction
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 6, 2024

The iconic ruby slippers, worn by Judy Garland as Dorothy in 1939's The Wizard of Oz, are currently up for auction. Valued at approximately $3.5 million, the auction concludes on December 7. This is one of three other surviving pairs of shoes from the film.

THE WIZARD OF OZ Announced At Playhouse On The Square
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 19, 2024

THE WIZARD OF OZ will be performed at Playhouse on the Square, offering audiences a chance to experience the classic tale live on stage.

Review: THE WIZARD OF OZ at Queensbury Theatre
by Armando Urdiales - Jul 21, 2024

What did our critic think of THE WIZARD OF OZ at Queensbury Theatre?

Maryland Ensemble Theatre Receives Our Town Grant from the National Endowment for the Arts
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 16, 2024

Maryland Ensemble Theatre receives NEA Our Town Grant to support First Gen, a program aimed at empowering first-generation Americans through community engagement and the arts.

Judy Garland Museum Launches Fundraiser to Acquire Pair of Ruby Slippers From THE WIZARD OF OZ
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 21, 2024

The Judy Garland Museum in Minnesota has launched a fundraising campaign to acquire one of the pairs of ruby slippers worn by Garland in the The Wizard of Oz

Adelaide Cabaret Festival Artistic Director Announced For 2025
by Blair Ingenthron - Jun 16, 2024

Adelaide Cabaret Festival announces the Artistic Director for 2025, bringing excitement and fresh vision to the celebrated event. Stay tuned for more updates on the upcoming festival lineup and highlights.

Review: THE WIZARD OF OZ at Harlequin Musical Theatre
by Monica Moore - Apr 26, 2024

A great show for the school holidays- with great values, humour, colour and with the added bonus of a real Toto  dog on stage- what more could you want?

sjDANCEco Presents Spring DANCE Festival in San Jose
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 6, 2024

Join sjDANCEco at their Spring DANCE Festival on April 27-28 in San Jose. This free event at Eastridge Center celebrates Bay Area Dance Week.

Experience The Beauty Of Queer Muslim Joy Onstage With The World Premiere Production Of DIL KA By Lee Nisar
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 16, 2024

Experience the beauty of Queer Muslim joy onstage with the world premiere production of Dil Ka by Lee Nisar. A powerful and unapologetically queer story that explores identity, belonging, and the pursuit of authenticity. Don't miss this opportunity to laugh, cry, and challenge your own perspectives. On stage at Presentation House Theatre from March 22-31, 2024.

Lisa Hilton Returns With 'Coincidental Moment,' Feat. Igmar Thomas, Luques Curtis & Rudy Royston
by Michael Major - Dec 4, 2023

The nine original compositions and two cover tunes are laced throughout with blue tones augmented by modal flights all shimmering and swinging with Hilton's expressive touch on the piano. Coincidental Moment gracefully shares the spotlight with quartet mates Igmar Thomas on trumpet, Luques Curtis on bass, and Rudy Royston on drums and percussion.

HUDSON IN CONCERT REDUX Will Be Broadcast This Weekend
by Stephi Wild - Oct 18, 2023

This Sunday, October 22nd, fans of the show, those who saw it and want to re-live the experience, and those who missed the live event but now have another chance, even the entertainers  – can hear the concert in its entirety on WMHT radio.

Touchstone Theatre and Ruby Slippers Theatre Present World Premiere of HURRICANE MONA, A Climate Crisis Comedy
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 11, 2023

Touchstone Theatre and Ruby Slippers Theatre present the world premiere of HURRICANE MONA, a climate crisis comedy by Pippa Mackie. Playing November 18 - December 3, 2023 at the Historic Theatre, The Cultch.

Review: THE WIZARD OF OZ at Geva Theatre
by Colin Fleming-Stumpf - Sep 6, 2023

What did our critic think of THE WIZARD OF OZ at Geva Theatre? Fall is here (kinda? It’s 90 degrees today), which means the return of theatre season and the coming-to-life once again of Rochester’s premiere regional theatre, Geva. And what better way to kick-off the season than with a timeless classic known to all, “The Wizard of Oz”, albeit flashier, sassier, and—somehow—probably even more heartwarming than the version you grew up watching.

Touchstone Theatre Unveils 2023/24 Season as Roy Surette Announces His Retirement as Artistic Director
by Blair Ingenthron - Aug 20, 2023

Touchstone Theatre has revealed its 2023/24 season programming, a dynamic lineup featuring four unforgettable Canadian works including two long-awaited world premieres. The announcement comes with the news that this will be artistic director Roy Surette's final season with the company, citing his intention to retire as AD but continue his freelance career: