The Wizard of Oz
Summer 2024
Experience the magic of The Wizard of Oz live on stage! Join Dorothy, the Scarecrow, the Tin Man, and the Cowardly Lion on an unforgettable journey down the Yellow Brick Road to the Emerald City. With dazzling special effects, stunning sets, and the beloved songs you know and love—like "Over the Rainbow"—this enchanting production will sweep you away to the Land of Oz. Perfect for audiences of all ages, it's a heartwarming adventure full of courage, friendship, and wonder. Don’t miss your chance to see this timeless classic come to life in a spectacular show that will leave you spellbound!
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PRODUCTION DETAILS:
Show dates: 7/26-8/4
Show times: Fridays-Saturdays at 7:30 p.m.; Sundays at 2:00 p.m.
Location: Urbandale High School Performing Arts Center – 7111 NW Aurora Ave., Urbandale, IA 50322
PRODUCTION TEAM:
DIRECTOR: Brynn Sweere
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: Nichole Poindexter-Wilson
MUSIC DIRECTOR: Brandon Record
CHOREOGRAPHER: Kayla Geerts
ASSISTANT CHOREOGRAPHER: Bella Hohenadel
ORCHESTRA DIRECTOR: Brandon Record
STAGE MANAGER: Bailey Pierce
SCENIC DIRECTOR: JP Ungs
COSTUME DESIGNER: Nichole Poindexter-Wilson
PROP MANAGER: Nichole Poindexter-Wilson
LIGHT DESIGN: Hope Stice
SOUND ENGINEER: Miley
BACKSTAGE CREW: Allison Crain, Kate Scott, Alder Hanson, Ava LaMarre, Sophia Reece
HOUSE MANAGER: Carolyn Knittle
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CAST LIST:
Dorothy Gale – Chayse MacLennan
Hunk/Scarecrow – Brett Spahr
Hickory/Tin Man – Mitchell Nieland
Zeke/Cowardly Lion – Michael Howland
Almira Gulch/Wicked Witch of the West – Sarah Bosen
Glinda – Courtney Kayser
Professor Marvel/The Wizard – Dean MesserlyUncle Henry
Aunt Em – Pamela Rees
Uncle Henry – Greg Kephart
Emerad City Guard – Ryan Ingram
Nekko – Eva Bosen
Winkie General – Donald Paul
Mayor of Munchkin City – Jackson Hamilton
Coroner – Kiernen Lilly-Stevens
Barrister – Sienna Dake
Lullaby League – Sarah Kephart, Lilliana Loy, Quinn Cox
Lollipop Guild – Mila Bowen, Alexanna Nelson, Addison Inthalangsy
Munchkin Teachers – Margaret Nervig, Kelly Friesleben, Jessica Rose Williams, Grace Kephart
Crows – Greg Kephart, Dean Messerly, Kiernen Lilly-Stevens
Trees – Carlee Glenn, Shelby Kephart, Caitlin Como, Addie Kerr
Snowflakes – Carlee Glenn, Addie Kerr
Winkies – Ryan Ingram, Greg Kephart, Robin Wilson
Munchkin & Poppy Ensemble – Carley Christian, Kalyani Stone, Elise Bosen, Eva Bosen, Harper Richey, Kendal Ford, Lainey Kehrberg, Allison Wilson, Briana Best, Gabrielle Kephart, Annie Swartzendruber
Ozians – Carlee Glenn, Addie Kerr, Shelby Kephart, Caitlin Como, Margaret Nervig, Kelly Friesleben, Jessica Rose Williams, Grace Kephart, Donald Paul, Robin Wilson