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Other Oz events can also be found on [https://www.facebook.com/pages/Wizard-of-Oz-calendar-of-events/134800309920409?sk=wall the Wizard of Oz Calendar of Events page on Facebook].
Other Oz events can also be found on [https://www.ozclub.org/calendar/ the International Wizard of Oz Club's online calendar].
 
Please note that, since I live in the United States and most Oz events take place in the United States, I will identify most event locations by city and state only. Any events taking place in other countries will include the name of the country as well.


==Going on now==
==Going on now==
===''Wicked'' play, around the world===
===''Wicked'' play, around the world===
'''Now playing: ''Wicked''.''' This is it, the biggest thing to hit Oz in years: the award-winning musical based on Gregory Maguire's novel ''Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West''. The book is by Winnie Holzman, the music by Stephen Schwartz, and the show is directed by Joe Mantello. It has done so well, it has spawned the following sit-down companies:
'''Now playing: ''Wicked''.''' This is the award-winning musical based on Gregory Maguire's novel ''Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West''. The book is by Winnie Holzman, the music by Stephen Schwartz, and the show is directed by Joe Mantello. It has done so well, it has spawned the following productions:
 
* [http://www.gershwintheatre.com/ Gershwin Theater], Broadway, New York City, New York. Tickets may be purchased online at [http://www.ticketmaster.com/venue/24579 ticketmaster.com]. For more details, go to [http://wickedthemusical.com/ wickedthemusical.com]. For a "Behind the Emerald Curtain" tour on Saturday mornings, go to https://wickedthemusical.com/behind-the-emerald-curtain#scrolldown for details.
 
* The Apollo Victoria Theatre, The West End, London, England, United Kingdom. For more information, including booking tickets, see http://www.wickedthemusical.co.uk/.
 
* ''Wicked'' is also touring the United States and Canada. For more information and updates about the tour, see [https://tour.wickedthemusical.com/?_gl=1*mot6tj*_gcl_au*OTIwMTMwNzA1LjE3NzQ4NDE5NjY.*_ga*MTY0MzQ2MzM1Ni4xNzc0ODQxOTY2*_ga_DGMCRNLESF*czE3NzU2OTIzOTAkbzIkZzAkdDE3NzU2OTIzOTckajUzJGwwJGgyNzM2OTIyMzI. the tour website]. Here's the current schedule (locations and dates are subject to change):
** Now through April 19, 2026: [https://www.celebrityattractions.com/shows/10200/WICKED/Little-Rock/2026 Robinson Center], Little Rock, Arkansas
** April 22-May 3, 2026: Juanita K. Hammons Hall, Springfield, Missouri
** May 6-June 14, 2026: [https://dallas.broadway.com/shows/wicked/ Music Hall at Fair Park], Dallas, Texas
** June 17-July 5, 2026: [https://ticketomaha.com/Productions/wicked Orpheum Theater], Omaha, Nebraska
** July 8-August 9, 2026: [https://hennepinarts.org/events/wicked Orpheum Theatre], Minneapolis, Minnesota
** August 12-30, 2026: [https://kansascity.broadway.com/shows/wicked/ Music Hall], Kansas City, Missouri
** September 2-20, 2026: [https://www.desmoinesperformingarts.org/whats-on/events/2025-26/broadway/wicked Des Moines Civic Center], Des Moines, Iowa
** September 23-November 15, 2026: [https://boston.broadway.com/shows/wicked-2/ Citizens Opera House], Boston, Massachusetts
** November 18-December 6, 2026: [https://www.tangercenter.com/wicked Tanger Center for the Performing Arts], Greensboro, North Carolina
** December 9, 2026-January 3, 2027: [https://www.playhousesquare.org/events/detail/wicked-3 KeyBank State Theatre], Cleveland, Ohio
 
* A non-reproduction staging is now running at the Teatr Muzyczny ROMA in Warsaw, Poland. For more information, see https://www.teatrroma.pl/spektakl/wicked/.
 
* The Japanese production will be returning to the JR East Shibi Theatre in Tokyo, in early summer 2027. See more about ''Wicked'' in Japan at https://www.shiki.jp/applause/wicked/ (site is in Japanese with some translated pages).
 
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===''The Wiz'' play, national tour===
'''''The Wiz'' play, national tour.''' After its Broadway run, this new staging of the Tony-winning musical adaptation of ''The Wizard of Oz'' heads out on a North American tour. The following dates have been announced:


* [http://www.gershwintheatre.com/ Gershwin Theater], Broadway, New York City, New York. Tickets may be purchased online at [http://www.ticketmaster.com/venue/24579 ticketmaster.com]. For more details, go to [http://wickedthemusical.com/ wickedthemusical.com]. For a "Behind the Emerald Curtain" tour on Saturday mornings, go to http://www.emeraldcurtain.com/New-York.html for details.
* Now through April 12, 2026: [https://www.broadwayatthenational.com/show/the-wiz/?_ga=2.254184586.320493675.1775692116-1656383906.1774841970 National Theatre], Washington, DC
* April 14-19, 2026: [https://www.northcharlestoncoliseumpac.com/events/detail/the-wiz?_ga=2.11004214.320493675.1775692116-1656383906.1774841970 North Charlston Performing rts Center], North Charlston, South Carolina
* April 21-26, 2026: [https://www.altriatheater.com/events/detail/the-wiz-2025 Altria Center], Richmond, Virginia
* April 28-May 3, 2026: [https://tivolichattanooga.com/broadway?_ga=2.19227322.320493675.1775692116-1656383906.1774841970 Memorial Auditorium], Chattanooga, Tennessee
* May 5-10, 2026: [https://www.celebrityattractions.com/shows/10194/THE-WIZ/Tulsa/2026 Tulsa Performing Arts Center], Tulsa, Oklahoma
* May 12-17, 2026: [https://austin.broadway.com/shows/the-wiz/ Bass Concert Hall], Austin, Texas
* May 19-24, 2026: [https://www.okcbroadway.com/wiz Civic Center Music Hall], Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
* May 26-31, 2026: [https://americantheatreguild.com/toledo/shows/the-wiz/ Stranahan Theater], Toledo, Ohio


* The Apollo Victoria Theatre, The West End, London, England, United Kingdom. For more information, including booking tickets, see http://www.wickedthemusical.co.uk/ or http://www.wickedwestend.co.uk/, and tickets can be purchased through http://www.wickedtheatretickets.co.uk/. You can also follow the British Wicked on the following social network sites:
More dates and cities will be coming. For more information, see the show's website at https://wizmusical.com/.
** [http://www.facebook.com/WickedLondon FaceBook]
** [http://www.ivillage.co.uk/newspol/community/leisure/articles/0,,598817_705003,00.html iVillage]
** [http://www.myspace.com/wickedthemusicallondon MySpace]
** [http://twitter.com/wickedlondon Twitter]


* After successful runs in Tokyo, Osaka, and Fukuoka, the Japanese company of ''Wicked'' is now playing in Nagoya. See http://wicked.jp/index.html for details.
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* ''Wicked'' has wrapped up its tour of Australia, but the company is now touring Asia and the Pacific.
===''The Wizard of Oz on Ice'' on tour===
** Now through April 22, 2012: Marina Bay Sands, Singapore (see http://wickedthemusical.com.sg/ for the show site, and https://entertainment.marinabaysands.com/EventSynopsis.aspx?ID=4947 for the venue site and to book tickets)
'''Now on Tour: ''The Wizard of Oz on Ice''.''' The new, reimagined version of the 1990s ice show returns for another season. The company has announced the following tour dates:
** May 31-June 30, 2012: Bluesquare, Seoul, South Korea. See http://wickedthemusical.co.kr/ for details or to book tickets.
* April 10, 2026: [https://www.sunsetcenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Sunset Cultural Center], Carmel-by-the-Sea, California
** Further stops are in the works for Taipei and New Zealand. See http://www.wickedthemusical.com.au/ for more about the show and further announcements.
* April 11, 2026: [https://www.lpac.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Lancaster Performing Arts Center], Lancaster, California
* April 12, 2026: [https://livermorearts.org/ Livermore Valley Performing Arts Center], Livermore, California
* April 15, 2026: [https://craterian.org/event/the-wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Craterian Theater], Medford, Oregon
* April 16, 2026: [https://columbiatheatre.com/new-events/wizard-of-oz-on-ice Columbia Theatre], Longview, Washington
* April 17, 2026: [https://www.washingtoncenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice-4-17-2026/ Washington Center for the Performing Arts], Olympia, Washington
* April 18, 2026: [https://towntoyotacenter.com/events/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ The Toyota Center], Wenatchee, Washington
* April 19, 2026: [https://buttearts.org/ Mother Lode Theatre], Butte, Montana
* April 22, 2026: Red River Valley Fair Association, Fargo, North Dakota
* April 23, 2026: Gichi-Ziibi Center for the Arts, Brainerd, Minnesota
* April 25, 2026: [https://thejonescenter.org/wizard-on-ice Jones Center], Springdale, Arkansas
* April 30, 2026: [https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/41568594/wizard-of-oz-on-ice-pembroke-givens-performing-arts-center?_gl=1*17vkium*_ga*MTg1OTc1NzAyOS4xNzU3MTE1MzQz*_ga_LQFXLBGNDL*czE3NTcxMTUzNDMkbzEkZzEkdDE3NTcxMTUzNzMkajMwJGwwJGgw Givens Performing Arts Center], Pembroke, North Carolina
* May 1, 2026: [https://www.thalianhall.org/wizard-of-oz-on-ice Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts], Wilmington, North Carolina


* After years of rumors, ''Wicked'' finally opened in Scheveningen, the Netherlands, in 2011. For details and tickets, see http://www.musicals.nl/wicked/.
For more information about the show, see the website at https://wizardofozonice.com/.


''Wicked'' is also touring North America. For more information and updates about the tour, see http://www.wickedthemusical.com/#WickedCitiesOnTour or http://www.musicalschwartz.com/wicked-tour.htm. Here's the current schedule (locations and dates are subject to change):
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* April 11-May 20, 2012: [http://www.denvercenter.org/shows-and-events/Shows/wicked/home.aspx The Denver Center for the Performing Arts], Denver, Colorado
===''Ozmafia'' anime series, on the Internet===
* April 18-29, 2012: [http://www.northcharlestoncoliseumpac.com/events/detail/wicked North Charleston Coliseum and Performing Arts Center], North Charleston, South Carolina
'''Now playing: ''Ozmafia'' anime series, crunchyroll.com.''' In this Japanese anime series (based on the video game of the same name), Scarlet is a new transfer student at Oz Academy. He doesn't get off to a good start, but the teachers seem nice enough. But what strange secrets are hiding at Oz Academy, and why are they at war with the other academies? Episodes (in Japanese, with English subtitles) are available to view online at http://www.crunchyroll.com/ozmafia for free.
* May 2-27, 2012: [http://www.dpacnc.com/events/detail/wicked_1 Durham Performing Arts Center], Durham, North Carolina
* May 23-June 17, 2012: [http://calmt.com/index.cfm?page=428808 Community Center Theatre], Sacramento, California
* May 30-June 24, 2012: [http://victoriatheatre.com/ Victoria Theatre], Dayton, Ohio
* June 20-July 15, 2012: [http://broadwaysd.com/wicked.php San Diego Civic Center], San Diego, California
* June 27-July 8, 2012: [http://whartoncenter.com/boxoffice/performance.aspx?pid=1107 Wharton Center, Michigan State University], East Lansing, Michigan
* July 18-August 6, 2012: [http://www.newspaceentertainment.com/saltlakecity/wicked-salt-lake-city/ Capitol Theatre], Salt Lake City, Utah
* August 1-26, 2012: [http://montreal.broadway.com/shows/wicked-baa/ Place de Arts], Montreal, Quebec, Canada
* August 29-September 9, 2012: [http://www.centre-square.com/calendar Centre in the Square], Kitchener, Ontaro, Canada
* August 29-October 7, 2012: [http://www.thesmithcenter.com/events/wicked/ Smith Center for the Performing Arts], Las Vegas, Nevada
* September 12-30, 2012: [http://www.kentuckycenter.org/ Robert S. Whitney Hall, The Kentucky Center], Louisville, Kentucky
* October 12-November 4, 2012: [http://www.france-merrickpac.com/events/index.html The France-Merrick Performing Arts Center], Baltimore, Maryland
* November 24, 2012-January 16, 2013: [http://www.magicspace.net/honolulu/wicked-honolulu/ Neill S. Blaisdell Concert Hall], Honolulu, Hawaii
* December 12, 2012-January 6, 2013: [http://www.fabulousfox.com/ The Fabulous Fox Theater], St. Louis, Missouri
* January 9-27, 2013: [http://www.strazcenter.org/Events/1213_Broadway/Wicked.aspx David A. Straz, Jr. Center for the Performing Arts, Carol Marsoni Hall], Tampa, Florida
* January 30-February 17, 2013: [https://www.browardcenter.org/online/ Broward Center], Fort Lauderdale, Florida
* February 20-March 10, 2013: Bob Carr Performing Arts Center, Orlando, Florida
* May 8-19, 2013: [http://theaterleague.com/southbend/ Morris Performing Arts Center], South Bend, Indiana
* May 8-June 2, 2013: [http://neworleans.broadway.com/shows/wicked-ss/ Mahalia Jackson Theater], New Orleans, Louisiana
* July 10-August 11, 2013: [http://www.thehobbycenter.org/ The Hobby Center], Houston, Texas


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===''Dorothy and the Witches of Oz'' movie, throughout North America===
===''The Wizard of Oz'' and ''The Wiz'', throughout the United Kingdom===
'''Now in theaters: ''Dorothy and the Witches of Oz'' movie, limited release, throughout North America.''' Originally shown as the television miniseries ''The Witches of Oz'', this version has been shortened and new effects added for the theatrical release. Here are the known theaters and openings:
'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz'', throughout the United Kingdom.''' Oz is a popular show to perform in the United Kingdom, and there always seems to be a show going on somewhere. For a complete listing of all upcoming productions of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in the United Kingdom, see the listings at [http://www.list.co.uk/events/theatre/what:The%20Wizard%20of%20Oz/sort:date/show:100/ ''The List''], naturally. They also have listings for performances of [http://www.list.co.uk/events/theatre/what:The%20Wiz/sort:date/show:100/ ''The Wiz''].


* (None currently, but more should be announced soon.)
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Other forthcoming screenings include the Detroit, Los Angeles, and New York areas. For more information and further screenings, see the movie's website at http://www.followtheyellowbrickroad.com/, and the Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/Dorothyandthewitchesofoz.
===''Emerald City'' television series, NBC.com===
'''''Emerald City'' television series, NBC.com''' The latest Oz TV project has gone through its broadcast run on NBC. But the show's website is still up at http://www.nbc.com/emerald-city. You can still watch episodes online at http://www.nbc.com/emerald-city/episodes, and the show is also streaming on Peacock.


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===Hollywood Legends Collection exhibit, Hollywood, California===
===''Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz'', Internet Streaming and Cablecast===
'''Now on exhibit: Hollywood Legends Collection, Grauman's Chinese Theatre, Hollywood, California.''' The famous theater is now hosting a rotating collection of iconic costumes and memorabilia from the movies, ranging from Mary Pickford to ''The Terminator''. Highlights include Scarlett O'Hara's curtain dress from ''Gone with the Wind'', Marilyn Monroe's gold lamé halter dress from ''Gentlemen Prefer Blondes'', and Judy Garland's dress from ''The Wizard of Oz''. The exhibit is part of the theater's VIP tour, or free to those holding a ticket to a movie. For more information, see http://www.chinesetheatres.com/events.html.
'''Now playing: ''Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz'' cartoon series, Internet Streaming.''' This is the latest Oz cartoon series, based (very loosely) on the famous 1939 film version. Dorothy is now a princess of Oz and living in the Emerald City with Queen Ozma. But she's still having adventures! For more information, see the show's website at https://watch.boomerang.com/shows/dorothy-franchise/series/dorothy-series/volume-1. Or, if you have the Boomerang or Cartoon Network cable channels, episodes are now being shown in territories around the world, outside the United States, also have the show, so check your local version of the Cartoon Network, Boomerang, or Max channels or websites.


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===''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'' series, on the Internet===
===''Lost in Oz'' series, Internet streaming===
'''Now playing: ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'' series, jaroo.com.''' The online cartoon broadcast site, [http://www.jaroo.com/index.php jaroo.com], is showing the 1987 Cinar Productions series of [http://www.jaroo.com/shows/about/the-wonderful-wizard-of-oz ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'']. Based on the Oz books ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', ''The Marvelous Land of Oz'', ''Ozma of Oz'', and ''The Emerald City of Oz'' and originally made in Japan, you can now watch selected episodes online, with a new episode being made available once a week. To start watching, go to http://www.jaroo.com/shows/about/the-wonderful-wizard-of-oz.
'''Now playing: ''Lost in Oz'', Amazon Video streaming.''' This animated series from Amazon tells the story of Dorothy, a modern-day girl, and her dog Toto, who are whisked to Oz when Dorothy opens one of her mother's old journals. To get home, she must find the elements of magic and help restore magic to Oz. Fortunately she has made friends with Ojo the Munchkin and West, a trainee witch, to help her out. To get started, see Amazon's ''Lost in Oz'' website at https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00Z89MYTI! And in November of 2022, [https://www.youtube.com/embed/h4fc1XvdBrk this short was dropped] with news of what's to come.


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===''High Drama: Against All Oz'' show, on the Internet===
===''Dee & Friends in Oz'', Netflix worldwide===
'''Now playing: ''High Drama: Against All Oz'', thewb.com.''' The late television network is reborn as an online broadcaster. Besides many old Warner Bros. shows, they also have a reality series, a behind-the-scenes look at a high school's production of ''The Wizard of Oz''. To see the trailer and watch episodes from the first two seasons, go to [http://www.thewb.com/shows/high-drama/ thewb.com/shows/high-drama].
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'''Now playing: ''Dee & Friends in Oz'', Netflix worldwide.''' The streaming service has announced their new shows for 2024, including ''Dee & Friends in Oz'', an animated musical series aimed at preschoolers. Dee is a young girl who discovers a key to the magical land of Oz, where she makes friends and has has adventures where she saves the day. Want a sneak peek? [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oPAZCfmc0mQ&ab_channel=NetflixJr. Here's the first episode!]


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==="Not in Kansas Anymore" episode of ''Fame'', on the Internet===
===''Chronicles of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: "Not in Kansas Anymore" episode of ''Fame'', hulu.com.''' Episodes of the classic series ''Fame'' are now available to watch on the Internet, including this Oz-themed episode. Doris, after finding out that she's not eligible to be in the next show, conks herself on the head and dreams that the School for the Arts has been transformed into Oz, with all of her friends and teachers playing its citizens. To watch, go to http://www.hulu.com/watch/151850/fame-not-in-kansas-anymore.
'''Now streaming: The ''Chronicles of Oz'' podcast.''' This audio adaptation of the first three Oz books, each in six episodes, presents ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', ''The Marvellous Land of Oz'', and ''Ozma of Oz'', plus a special episode adapting ''The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus''. Produced by Crossover Adventure Productions out of Australia. All episodes, along with trailers and other materials, can be downloaded at http://chroniclesofoz.com/.


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==="The Wizard of Paws/Pinocchio Penguin" episode of ''Hello Kitty's Furry Tale Theater'', on the Internet===
===''The Royal Podcast of Oz'', the Internet===
'''Now playing: "The Wizard of Paws/Pinocchio Penguin" episode of ''Hello Kitty's Furry Tale Theater'', hulu.com.''' Hello Kitty and the gang put on their own version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' (and ''Pinocchio'', too). To watch, go to http://www.hulu.com/watch/120366/hello-kittys-furry-tale-theater-wizard-of-paws--pinocchio-penguin#s-p3-so-i0.
'''Now streaming: ''The Royal Podcast of Oz'', podbean.com and other podcasting sites.''' Now running for over a decade, this podcast is devoted to all things Oz, with interviews, reviews, news, and other items of interest to Oz fans of all types. You can listen to or download all editions at https://anchor.fm/the-royal-podcast-of-oz/, or look for it on your favorite podcast site.


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===''Return to Oz'', Showtime and related channels, nationwide cablecasts===
===''Wait Wait…Don't Tell Me'', National Public Radio===
'''Now airing: ''Return to Oz'', Showtime and related premium channels, nationwide cablecasts.''' The cult hit 1985 Disney movie, based on the books ''The Marvelous Land of Oz'' and ''Ozma of Oz'', has found a cable home on Showtime and its related premium channels. Here are the currently scheduled showtimes and channels (times given are EDT/PDT):
'''Now streaming: ''Wait Wait…Don't Tell Me'' edition of May 11, 2019, npr.org.''' The popular current events quiz show recorded this episode in St. Louis, and got one of the city's most celebrated residents to play "Not My Job". Former Cardinals shortstop and Hall of Fame inductee Ozzie Smith was nicknamed "The Wizard of Oz" in his playing days, so naturally, he gets to answer questions about ''The Wizard of Oz''! You can listen to the entire episode [https://www.npr.org/programs/wait-wait-dont-tell-me/722132214/wait-wait-for-may-11-2019-with-not-my-job-guest-ozzie-smith?showDate=2019-05-11 here], or just Smith's segment [https://www.npr.org/2019/05/11/721853591/not-my-job-we-quiz-baseball-great-ozzie-smith-on-the-wizard-of-oz here].


* April 16, 2:35 a.m., Showtime Family Zone
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* April 19, 9:50 p.m., Showtime Family Zone
 
* April 22, 3:00 p.m., Showtime Family Zone
===''Hit the Bricks!'' podcast, the Internet===
* April 28, 7:40 a.m. and 2:15 p.m., Showtime Family Zone
'''Now playing: ''Hit the Bricks!'' podcast, the Internet.''' One hundred years after the events of ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', the Gale farm is abandoned, and a new generation is off to have adventures in Oz. The first act has now dropped, with further episodes to come. For more information, see the show's website at https://hitthebricks.com/, and its Twitter feed at https://twitter.com/HitTheBricksPod/.
* May 1, 11:15 p.m., Showtime Family Zone
 
* May 2, 9:45 p.m., Flix
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* May 4, 11:05 a.m., Showtime Family Zone
* May 13, 6:00 a.m., Showtime Family Zone


For more details, see [http://www.sho.com/site/movies/movie.do?seriesid=0&seasonid=0&episodeid=137841 the ''Return to Oz'' page on Showtime's website].
===''The Smallwood Sessions'' podcast, "The Podcast of Oz", the Internet===
'''Now playing: "The Podcast of Oz" episode of ''The Smallwood Sessions'' podcast.''' To celebrate what would have been the 2020 edition of Chittenango's Oz-Stravaganza, this podcast about upstate New York celebrates Oz and creator L. Frank Baum's connections to the area. To listen, go to https://anchor.fm/josh-taylor87/episodes/Episode-22-The-Podcast-of-Oz-ef05f4.


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===''The Origins of Oz'' cablecast, The Smithsonian Channel===
===''Down the Yellow Brick Pod'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''The Origins of Oz'' cablecast, The Smithsonian Channel.''' The American edit of this show, first shown on the BBC as ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz: The True Story'', is now on the air. The following broadcasts have been scheduled (all times listed are EST):
'''Now playing: ''Down the Yellow Brick Pod'' podcast.''' This podcast takes a deep dive into the Oz books, one chapter at a time, and looks at all that they encompass. Available on many podcast sources, including Google Podcasts, and through [https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS8xMTcyMTM4LnJzcw?hl=en this link].


* April 17, 9:00 p.m.
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* April 18, 12:00 midnight
* April 28, 10:00 a.m.


Check local listings for availability, channel, and times in your area. For more information, and to watch a preview video, see the show's website at http://www.smithsonianchannel.com/site/sn/show.do?show=137669.
===''The Wonderful Recap of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''The Wonderful Recap of Oz'' podcast.''' This podcast recaps the Oz books, one per episode. Available Available on many podcast sources, including Google Podcasts, and through [https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy80ZjgyMWIyYy9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw== this link].


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===''Way Off Broadway'' television series, Canadian cablecast, Bravo network===
===''No Place Like Home'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now showing: ''Way Off Broadway'' television series, Bravo Canada network.''' What happens when you take a group of Montreal amateur theatre enthusiasts and give them only eight weeks to put on a production of ''The Wizard of Oz''? You get this new show, being shown in Canada on the Bravo cable network. Here's the current schedule:
'''Now playing: ''No Place Like Home'' podcast.''' This podcast looks at the Ruby Slippers, how they were stolen in 2005 and found again in 2018, and all the background behind them, the production of The Movie, the life of Judy Garland, and more. Available on most podcasting sites. For more information, the show's website is at https://shows.cadence13.com/podcast/noplacelikehome.


* April 20: Episode 7: "The Encore", 8:00 p.m.
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* April 21: Episode 7: "The Encore", 1:00 a.m., 7:00 a.m., and 6:00 p.m.
* April 27: Episode 8: "Report Card Day", 8:00 p.m.
* April 27: Episode 8: "Report Card Day", 1:00 a.m. and 7:00 a.m.


Canadian viewers should check their local listings for channel and exact time in your area. For more information, or to watch episodes online, see the show's website at http://wayoffbroadway.bravo.ca/. More information, including the latest schedule, is at http://www.bravo.ca/television/tvshows/show.aspx?showID=Way%20Off%20Broadway.
===''The Lost Princess of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''The Lost Princess of Oz'' podcast.''' A new, original Oz story for kids (of all ages), told in six parts, with songs, and presented by the Delaware Children's Theatre. Although based on Baum's writings, this is not the same story as his novel ''The Lost Princess of Oz''. For more information, or to subscribe, see the show's website at https://www.thelostprincessofozpodcast.com/.


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===''The Witches of Oz'' miniseries, national cablecast===
===''The Wizard of Oz: A Homegrown American Fairy Tale'' radio broadcast, BBC World Service===
'''Now playing: ''The Witches of Oz'' miniseries, Encore Family Channel national cablecast.''' The original television miniseries version of the story, also playing in theaters as ''Dorothy and the Witches of Oz''. Dorothy, now grown up and living in New York as a successful children's writer, is finding that parts of her stories about the land of Oz are coming true. Some of her new acquaintances are trying to get something from her — but others want to help protect her. Was Oz real after all? The following showtimes are currently confirmed:
'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz: A Homegrown American Fairy Tale'' radio documentary, BBC World Service and online streaming.''' This program looks at the origins and mythology of ''The Wizard of Oz'' and how it came about. It is currently available to listen or download online, anywhere in the world. Check the program's website at https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/w3ct1rl9 to listen to it online, or to download it.


* April 20:
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** Part 1, 7:00 p.m.
** Part 2, 8:35 p.m.
* April 21:
** Part 1, 10:40 a.m.
** Part 2, 12:15 p.m.
* May 10:
** Part 1, 8:10 a.m. and 7:00 p.m.
** Part 2, 9:45 a.m. and 8:35 p.m.
* May 21:
** Part 1, 12:30 p.m. and 9:05 p.m.
** Part 2, 2:05 p.m. and 10:35 p.m.
* May 22:
** Part 1, 5:10 a.m.
** Part 2, 6:45 a.m.


For more information, see http://www.starz.com/channels/encore/encorefamily for the channel, http://www.starz.com/series/thewitchesofoz for the series, http://www.starz.com/series/TheWitchesOfOz/ep/Part1 for part 1, or http://www.starz.com/series/TheWitchesOfOz/ep/Part2 for part 2.
===To Oz? To Oz! online convention, the Internet===
'''To Oz? To Oz! online convention.''' With so many Oz events having to be cancelled this year because of the COVID-19 pandemic, a bunch of them got together to present some of their events to a worldwide, online audience for free. The live portions of the convention have now ended, but if you go to https://ozis.us/, you can see many prerecorded talks and events.


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===Andrew Lloyd Webber's ''The Wizard of Oz'' play, London, England===
===The OzConnection, YouTube===
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'''The OzConnection, YouTube.''' OzCon International, the world's longest running ''Wizard of Oz'' convention, now has a YouTube channel at "The OzConnection", which features highlights of earlier cons and new material. The link is at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQU5pEFZZ6n_vXvRalgclSg.
'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz'', The West End, London, England, United Kingdom.''' Danielle Hope won the role of Dorothy through the television show ''Over the Rainbow'', but her time has now ended. So she's now been replaced by the runner-up, Sophie Evans! You can now see her in the part in Andrew Lloyd Webber's version of the show. News and information is available on Webber's website, at http://www.andrewlloydwebber.com/shows/the-wizard-of-oz/, and the show's website is at http://www.wizardofozthemusical.com/. Webber has also talked about the possibility of bringing the show to Broadway!
 
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The OzConnection has recently started two shows specifically for their channel. The first is a talk show called "OZ:Connect", which you can find in a playlist at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r-NAe0FKDXk&list=PLVNfENfXbx111GmnLLJFklUVGxPl1zUC-. The other new show is "Crypto-Oz-ology", short stories about all kinds of unusual happenings in Oz, which is in a playlist at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sCoSH97u4ts&list=PLVNfENfXbx11g0DhXikoqyP0dslwHeC1h.  
 
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===''The Wizard of Oz'' and ''The Wiz'', throughout the United Kingdom===
===Oz Talk, YouTube===
'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz'', throughout the United Kingdom.''' Oz is a popular show to perform in the United Kingdom, and there always seems to be a show going on somewhere. For a complete listing of all upcoming productions of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in the United Kingdom, see the listings at [http://www.list.co.uk/events/theatre/what:The%20Wizard%20of%20Oz/sort:date/show:100/ ''The List''], naturally. They also have listings for performances of [http://www.list.co.uk/events/theatre/what:The%20Wiz/sort:date/show:100/ ''The Wiz''].
'''''Oz Talk'' panel talk show, YouTube.''' Join five Oz friends as they discuss any and all Oz subjects under the sun. New episodes will drop every two weeks on [https://www.youtube.com/c/TheOfficialOzClub/videos the Official Oz Club's YouTube Channel]. You can find the playlist for ''Oz Talk'' at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VNINbbefPS4&list=PL3OVMLWgINCRfgeWZR8GPJOp11rR73Ssc.


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===''Galdra Karlin í Oz'', Reykjavik, Iceland===
===''Fifty Years of Oziana'' Readings, Youtube===
'''Now playing: ''Galdra Karlin í Oz'', Borgarleikhúsið, Reykjavik, Iceland.''' The Reykjavik City Theater (to use its English name) is putting on a big stage production of ''Galdra Karlin í Oz'' (known in English as ''The Wizard of Oz''). For details, see the show's web page (in Icelandic) at http://www.borgarleikhus.is/leiksyningar/stora-svid/nr/600.
'''''Fifty Years of Oziana'' short story readings, YouTube.''' To celebrate fifty years of ''Oziana'', the International Wizard of Oz Club's annual literary magazine, Club members read stories from the last five decades. Many authors have even revisited their own stories. You can see the playlist of all stories [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hm6WXDLg9U8&list=PL3OVMLWgINCQ2a_CDuBggCt7kCYVaS4yD right here].


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==="Out of This World: Extraordinary Costumes from Film and Television" museum exhibit, Midland, Michigan===
===''Rainbow'' movie, Netflix===
'''Now through April 29, 2012: "Out of This World: Extraordinary Costumes from Film and Television" museum exhibit, Midland Center for the Arts, Midland, Michigan.''' Original costume pieces from all kinds of movies and television shows are on display in this exhibit — including the Wicked Witch of the West's hat, as worn by Margaret Hamilton in ''The Wizard of Oz''. For more information, see http://www.mcfta.org/index.html.
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'''Now playing: ''Rainbow'', on Netflix worldwide.''' The first streaming service premieres this new movie, from director Paco León, that uses themes and imagery from ''The Wizard of Oz'' to explore the coming of age of Dora, a young Spanish woman who finds that everything she thought she knew about her life may be wrong. Available in an English dub, or with English subtitles.


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===''The Wizard of Oz'' interactive museum exhibit, Rochester, New York===
===The Wizard of Oz Experience, Around the World===
'''Now through May 13, 2012: ''The Wizard of Oz'' interactive museum exhibit, The National Museum of Play, Rochester, New York.''' This exhibit, based on the famous movie version of the story, comes to upstate New York. Admission prices range from $11 to $13 (but children under two and museum members are free), and include all special events. For more information, see the museum's news release at http://www.thestrong.org/press/releases/2012/01/4196-events-calendar-wizard-oz-national-museum-play.
'''The Wizard of Oz Experience.''' The interactive outdoors event will be making making another set of appearances around the United States, Canada, and Australia in the spring of 2024. Take a look at https://questoapp.com/ for when it's coming to your town.


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===''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'' museum exhibit, La Crosse, Wisconsin.===
===The Wicked Wizard Afternoon Tea, London, England, United Kingdom===
'''Now through May 21, 2012: ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'' museum exhibit, Children's Museum of La Crosse, La Crosse, Wisconsin.''' The interactive children's museum exhibit, based on the original novel, comes to the Midwest. Special events include meeting Oz characters on January 21, and a Munchkin breakfast on March 3. For more information, see the museum's website at http://www.funmuseum.org/.
'''The Wicked Wizard Afternoon Tea, The Franklin Hotel, London, England, United Kingdom.''' Enjoy an Oz-themed tea, inspired by ''The Wizard of Oz'' and ''Wicked'', in the heart of London's Knightsbridge district. Tea is served from noon to 6:00, costs £49 (spirits are extra), and reservations must be made at least twenty-four hours in advance. For more information, including the menu, see [https://collezione.starhotels.com/en/our-hotels/the-franklin-london/restaurants-and-bars/wicked-wizard-at-the-franklin.html?_gl=1*1cfuckg*_up*MQ..*_gs*MQ..*_ga*MzU1MjIzMDI0LjE3NDE1NzY0NjA.*_ga_444Y1N2CEK*MTc0MTU3NjQ1OC4xLjEuMTc0MTU3NjU3NS4wLjAuMTkzNzQwNjk0Nw..*_ga_YXSDGTQ8NB*MTc0MTU3NjQ1OC4xLjEuMTc0MTU3NjU3NS4wLjAuNDIxNjUwMTc1&gclid=Cj0KCQiAlbW-BhCMARIsADnwasphX4BQH4lMNEKBognzeTmjcu96bA-ZlcDfhhU2ouaxc5CgyV41YLMaAjUfEALw_wcB the Franklin's website].


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===''The Wizard of Oz'' play, Columbia, Maryland===
===''Ruby Red Handed: Stealing America’s Most Famous Pair of Shoes'', Hulu===
'''Now through July 1, 2012: ''The Wizard of Oz'' play, Tobey's Dinner Theatre, Columbia, Maryland.''' What could be more fun than to go to see ''The Wizard of Oz'' performed on stage at your local theater? Why, going to see ''The Wizard of Oz'' performed at your local theater ''and'' getting a nice meal at the same time! Tobey's Dinner Theatre in Columbia (not to be confused with their Baltimore branch) is putting on ''The Wizard of Oz'' for your dining and viewing entertainment. Evening performances are available throughout the week, along with Wednesday matinées and a Sunday morning brunch show. Standard ticket prices (with food) range from $48 to $53, with discounts for children twelve and under. For more information, or to purchase tickets, see the website at http://www.tobysdinnertheatre.com/tobyscolumbia_009.htm.
'''Now playing: ''Ruby Red Handed: Stealing America’s Most Famous Pair of Shoes'', Hulu Streaming Service.''' This ABC News documentary delves into the 2005 theft of a pair of Ruby Slippers in Minnesota and the subsequent investigation and recovery. Take a look at https://www.hulu.com/series/4dd523b6-cfb6-4d4f-99c8-9febd2e4af68.


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==April 2012==
===''The Wizard of Oz'', Las Vegas, Nevada===
===Oz Marathon Road Race, Olathe, Kansas===
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'''April 21, 2012: Oz Marathon Road Race, Olathe, Kansas.''' Well, if you're going to organize a long-distance run in Kansas, you may as well make it Oz-themed. For details, including course routes and registration information, check out the website at http://www.olathe.org/cvb/sports/Marathon/index.html.
'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz'' at the Sphere, Las Vegas, Nevada.''' See the famous 1939 film version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in a whole new way. This is an immersive reimagining in 16K on a huge screen surrounding the audience. For more information and to buy tickets, go to https://www.thesphere.com/shows/wizard-of-oz-experience.


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===''The Wizard of Oz'' movie, Prosser, Washington===
===Candlelight: ''The Wizard of Oz'' concerts, around the world===
'''April 21, 2012: ''The Wizard of Oz'' movie, The Princess Theatre, Prosser, Washington.''' The famous film version, from 1939 with Judy Garland and the rest of the gang, gets a big screen showing. The show will start at 8:00 p.m., and a $5 donation is requested. For more information, see the theater's website at http://www.theprincesstheatre.net/.
'''Candlelight: ''The Wizard of Oz'' concerts, around the world.''' In conjunction with Warner Bros., Candlelight is presenting songs from the famous movie version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in venues around the world amidst a sea of flickering candles. For more information or to locate a concert, see the website at https://candlelightexperience.com/wizard-of-oz-concerts/.


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==May 2012==
===Bloomland in Oz, Burlington, Ontario, Canada===
===''Wizard of Oz'' Month Celebration, the Internet===
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'''May, 2012: ''Wizard of Oz'' Programming, Seasons & Celebrations, Live365.com Internet Radio.''' In honor of L. Frank Baum's birthday on May 15, this online radio station, with different topical programming each month, plays music about Oz, including songs from Oz movies and plays. Also in the mix is Judy Garland reprising her role as Dorothy in the 1950 Lux Radio Theatre adaptation of ''The Wizard of Oz''. To listen, go to http://www.live365.com/stations/tc_arts_ent. You can also look for the station at http://www.athena365.com/index.live and on itunes Adult Contemporary radio.
'''Now through April 6, 2026: Bloomland in Oz, Royal Botanical Gardens Canada, Burlington, Ontario, Canada.''' The Gardens' 2026 showcase features floral displays and artistic creations, all inspired by the novel ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz''. For more information or to purchase tickets, see the website at https://www.rbg.ca/things-to-do/by-season/special-events/winter-exhibit/. And here's a behind-the-scenes look:
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===A Journey Over the Rainbow presentation, New York City, New York===
===Stories of Cinema: Identity exhibit, Los Angeles, California===
'''May 1, 2012: A Journey Over the Rainbow: An Evening with Michael Patrick Hearn, Guild Hall, New York City, New York.''' Join noted Oz author and researcher Michael Patrick Hearn, editor of ''The Annotated Wizard of Oz'', for an evening discovering more about the Land of Oz. Presented by, and benefiting, the Episcopal Actors' Guild of America. A $20 donation is recommended, and the presentation will be followed by a champagne reception. To reserve a place, RSVP at 212-685-2927 or drop an e-mail to [mailto:matt@actorsguild.org matt@actorsguild.org]. For more information, see the website at http://www.actorsguild.org/Events.html.
'''Now through January 10, 2027: Stories of Cinema: Identity exhibit, Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, Los Angeles, California.''' The Academy Museum has brought its pair of Ruby Slippers back for the public to view. This exhibit also includes costumes and design studies from such movies as ''Flower Drum Song'', ''Dreamgirls'', ''Moulin Rouge!'', ''Amadeus'', ''Ma Raimey's Black Bottom'', ''Barbie'', and ''Wicked''. For more information, see the museum's website at https://www.academymuseum.org/en/exhibitions/stories-of-cinema-identity.


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===Yellow Brick Road Festival, Sedan, Kansas===
==April 2026==
'''May 26, 2012: Yellow Brick Road Festival, Sedan, Kansas.''' This town in Kansas celebrates ''The Wizard of Oz'' every year. For details, see http://www.lasr.net/travel/city.php?Sedan&Kansas&Yellow+Brick+Road+Festival&City_ID=KS0604019&Event_ID=KS0604019e002&VE=Y
===''Return to Oz'' 40th Anniversary Screening, San Francisco, California===
'''April 9, 2026: ''Return to Oz'' 40th Anniversary Screening, The Castro Theatre, San Francisco, California.''' The legendary San Francisco theater is opening again after renavations, and part of the program will be a rare theatrical screening of the 1985 Disney movie ''Return to Oz'' to celebrate it's fortieth anniversary (maybe a few months late). The special guest is director Walter Murch, who will discuss the film and answer questions afterwards. For more details, see the show's website at https://thecastro.com/events/movies-for-maniacs-260409/


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==June 2012==
===''The Wicked Wiz of Oz'' choral performance, throughout Washington state===
===Oz-Stravaganza, Chittenango, New York===
'''''The Wicked Wiz of Oz'' choral performance, venues throughout Washington state.''' The Seattle Men's Chorus has a new show of Oz music. Songs from ''The Wizard of Oz'', ''The Wiz'', and ''Wicked'' will be performed, and even mashed together. The following performances in western Washington have been announced:
'''June 1-3, 2012: Oz-Stravaganza, Chittenango, New York.''' L. Frank Baum's home town honors their favorite son with this annual festival (formerly known as Oz Fest). Events include a children's Oz costume contest; craft and vendor booths; the Munchkin Mile Kids Fun Run; and lots of other contests. For more information, see the festival's website at http://oz-stravaganza.com, or the town's website at http://www.chittenango.org.
* April 19, 2026: [https://seattlechoruses.my.salesforce-sites.com/ticket#/instances/a0FUv000002EpxZMAS Everett Civic Auditorium], Everett, 2:00 pm
* May 3, 2026: [https://secure.mountbakertheatre.com/4146/4147 Mount Baker Theatre], Bellingham, 3:00 pm
* May 9, 2026: [https://seattlechoruses.my.salesforce-sites.com/ticket#/instances/a0FUv000003UrOXMA0 Benaroya Hall], Seattle, 8:00 pm
* May 16, 2026: [https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/0F006381B6AB700F Pantages Theater], Tacoma, 3:00 pm
* There is also an online [https://seattlechoruses.my.salesforce-sites.com/ticket#/instances/a0FUv000005OnxZMAS watch on demand] performance, available May 16-31, 2026
For more information, see the chorus's website at https://seattlechoruses.my.salesforce-sites.com/ticket#/events/a0SUv000000VwULMA0.


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===Judy Garland Festival, Grand Rapids, Minnesota===
===Garmin Marathon in the Land of Oz, Olathe, Kansas===
'''June, 2012: Judy Garland Festival, Grand Rapids, Minnesota.''' Judy's home town throws its annual party in her honor. For more information, check out the website at http://www.judygarlandmuseum.com.
'''April 26, 2026: Garmin Marathon in the Land of Oz, Olathe, Kansas.''' If you're going to have a 26.2-mile run in Kansas, you may as well give it an Oz theme! For more information and to register, see the race's website at http://ozrun.org/.


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===Judy Garland Marathon with ''The Wizard of Oz'', national cablecast, TCM===
==May 2026==
'''June 10, 2012: Judy Garland Marathon, national cablecast, TCM.''' The classic movie channel celebrates Judy Garland's ninetieth birthday with a twenty-four hour marathon celebrating the star, including a showing of ''The Wizard of Oz'' and a documentary about The Movie. Several of the movies will be co-hosted by John Fricke, noted Garland and Oz researcher and historian. Here's the schedule (all times listed are EDT):
===''The Wizard of Oz'' play, Kansas City, Missouri===
* 6:00 a.m.: ''Everybody Sing'' (one of Garland's first starring roles)
'''May 5-24, 2026: ''The Wizard of Oz'' play, Kansas City Repertory Theatre, Kansas City, Missouri.''' The company presents the Royal Shakespeare Company's adaptation of the famous musical version of the story, based on the famous movie. For more details or to purchase tickets, see https://kcrep.org/event/the-wizard-of-oz/.
* 7:45 a.m.: ''Love Finds Andy Hardy'' (co-starring Mickey Rooney)
* 9:30 a.m.: ''Strike Up the Band'' (co-starring Mickey Rooney)
* 12:00 p.m.: ''For Me and My Gal'' (Garland's first sole star billing above the title, and Gene Kelly's first movie)
* 2:00 p.m.: ''Girl Crazy'' (co-starring Mickey Rooney)
* 3:45 p.m.: ''A Star Is Born''
* 7:00 p.m.: ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz: 50 Years of Magic'' (documentary, hosted by Angela Lansbury)
* 8:00 p.m.: ''The Wizard of Oz''
* 10:00 p.m.: ''Meet Me in St. Louis''
* 12:00 a.m.: ''Easter Parade'' (co-starring Fred Astaire)
* 2:00 a.m.: ''Summer Stock'' (co-starring Gene Kelly)
* 4:15 a.m.: ''I Could Go On Singing'' (Garland's last film)
Several short subjects starring and about Garland will be interspersed throughout the day as well. For more details, see the press release on the [http://judygarlandnews.com/2012/03/02/turner-classic-movies-to-celebrate-judy-garlands-90th-birthday-on-june-10th/ Judy Garland News] website. Also keep an eye on TCM's website, at http://www.tcm.com/, for news as the day gets closer.


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==July 2012==
===Yellow Brick Road Festival, Sedan, Kansas===
===''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'' stage musical, Seattle, Washington===
'''May 22-23, 2026: Yellow Brick Road Festival, Sedan, Kansas.''' This town in Kansas celebrates ''The Wizard of Oz'' every year. For details, see http://www.lasr.net/travel/city.php?Sedan&Kansas&Yellow+Brick+Road+Festival&City_ID=KS0604019&Event_ID=KS0604019e002&VE=Y or call 620-725-4033.
'''July 25-September 9, 2012: ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'' stage musical, Moore Theater, Seattle, Washington.''' Stage2Page Entertainment brings their new musical version of L. Frank Baum's story to the Emerald City for a preview before its New York run. Based on the original novel and incorporating music from the 1902 stage adaptation, this new show isn't like any Oz you've seen before. For more information, see the website at http://wwozanewmusical.webs.com/apps/calendar/showEvent?calID=5083025&eventID=142072300.


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===The Winkie Convention, Pacific Grove, California===
===''It's Dorothy'' documentary, Port Jefferson, New York===
'''July 27-29, 2011: The Winkie Convention, Asilomar Conference Center, Pacific Grove, California.''' Highlights include the auction and sales tables, the costume contest, and the annual Winkie Award. Special presentations will highlight the centennial of ''Sky Island'', and the ninetieth and eightieth anniversaries of Ruth Plumly Thompson's two Pumperdink books, ''Kabumpo in Oz'' and ''The Purple Prince of Oz''. Details will be coming soon! And keep an eye on [http://www.facebook.com/pages/Winkie-Con-The-Longest-Running-Wizard-of-Oz-Event/131961676887674 the Winkie Convention Facebook page].
'''May 31, 2026: ''It's Dorothy'' documentary, Theatre Three, Port Jefferson, New York.''' Theatre Three and the Por Jefferson Arts Council present a screening of this documentary about the heroine of ''The Wizard of Oz'' and the actresses who have played her. The show starts at 7:30, and tickets are $10. For more information, see the theatre's website at https://theatrethree.com/special_events/dorothy/.


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==August 2012==
==June 2026==
===The International Wizard of Oz Club's National Convention, Macatawa, Michigan===
===Oz-Stravaganza, Chittenango, New York===
'''August 17-19, 2012: The International Wizard of Oz Club's National Convention, Holland, Michigan.''' L. Frank Baum's old summer home, The Sign of the Goose, was in the resort town of Macatawa, on the shore of Lake Michigan. Baum even poked fun at his neighbors in his pseudonymous book, ''Tamawaca Folks''. And the old Ozmopolitan Convention was held for many years at nearby Castle Park. So the Oz Club returns to the area to celebrate islands and castles and homes ("Oh, my!"). The main convention venue will be the Doubletree Inn in Holland. Already lined up for the weekend is a dramatization of ''Tamawaca Folks''. Keep an eye here for updates and further information.
'''June 5-7, 2026: Oz-Stravaganza, Chittenango, New York.''' This village in upstate New York honors its native son, L. Frank Baum, with an annual festival honoring his creation, the Land of Oz. For more information, see the event's website at http://www.oz-stravaganza.com/.


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==Autumn 2012==
==August 2026==
===On tour: ''The Wizard of Oz'' play, throughout the United States and Canada===
===Oz Festival Illinois, Mapleton, Illinois===
'''''The Wizard of Oz'' on Tour.''' This is a North America-wide tour of ''The Wizard of Oz'' on stage, based on the famous movie version (and the Royal Shakespeare Company's stage adaptation). For more information about the show, see the website at http://wizardofozontour.com/.
'''August (exact date to be announced), 2025: Oz Fest Illinois, Butler Haynes Park, Mapleton, Illinois.'''. For more information, see the event's website at https://www.hollispark.org/oz-fest, or the Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/OzFestIllinois/.


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===Classic Movie Costumes exhibit, London, England, Great Britain===
==September 2026==
'''Classic Movie Costumes exhibit, The Victoria and Albert Museum, London, England, Great Britain.''' Sometime later this year, the V&A will host an exhibit of classic movie costumes, including Vivien Leigh's green velvet "curtain dress" from ''Gone With the Wind'', outfits from ''Breakfast at Tiffany's'', ''Superman'', and ''Pirates of the Caribbean''. For Oz fans, the big draw will be a pair of Ruby Slippers and a dress worn by Judy Garland. Keep an eye on http://www.vam.ac.uk/ for updates and further information.
===Autumn at Oz Party, Banner Elk, North Carolina===
'''September (exact dates to be announced), 2026: Autumn at Oz Party, Beech Mountain, Banner Elk, North Carolina.''' The Wizard of Oz Park on the mountain may no longer be in regular operation, but it's still there, and Oz and park fans get together once a year for a party. Hurricane Hélène paused the event for 2025, but there's hope for a return in 2026. For more information, check out https://landofoznc.com/.


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==September 2012==
===OzFest, Liberal, Kansas===
===Chesterton Wizard of Oz Festival, Chesterton, Indiana===
'''September (exact date to be announced), 2026: OzFest, Liberal, Kansas.''' The home town of the Dorothy's House attraction hosts its annual tribute to Dorothy and Oz. For more information, see [https://www.lasr.net/travel/city.php?Ozfest&TravelTo=KS1019015&VE=Y&Event_ID=KS1019015e002 the city's events page] and [http://visitliberal.com/ the city's website] (and be sure to call 1-800-LIBERAL to confirm event and dates).
'''September 14-16, 2012: Chesterton ''Wizard of Oz'' Festival, Chesterton, Indiana.''' One of the earliest ''Wizard of Oz'' festivals continues with its thirty-first edition. For more information, see the event's website at http://www.ozfestivalchesterton.com/.


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==October 2012==
==October 2026==
===Oztoberfest, Wamego, Kansas===
===Oztoberfest, Wamego, Kansas===
'''October, 2012: Oztoberfest, Wamego, Kansas.''' The town not only has an Oz museum, they put on an annual Oz festival. Munchkins, authors, and other special guests will attend, and there's also admission to the museum. For more details, call the Oz museum at 1-866-458-TOTO, or see the event's website at http://www.oztoberfest.com/.
'''October (exact date to be announced), 2026: Oztoberfest, Wamego, Kansas.''' The town not only has an Oz museum, they put on an annual Oz festival. Authors and other special guests will attend, and there's also admission to the museum. For more details, call the Oz museum at 1-866-458-TOTO, or see the event's website at http://oztoberfest.com/.


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===Autumn at Oz Party, Banner Elk, North Carolina===
==November 2026==
'''October, 2012: Autumn at Oz Party, Beech Mountain, Banner Elk, North Carolina.''' The Wizard of Oz Park on the mountain may no longer be in regular operation, but it's still there, and Oz and park fans get together once a year for a party. For more information, check out http://www.emeraldmtn.com/LandofOz/autumn.htm.
===TeslaCon, Middleton, Wisconsin===
'''November 12-15, 2026: TeslaCon, Marriott of Middleton, Middleton, Wisconsin.''' The country's largest steampunk convention celebrates its sixteenth edition, and this year the theme is Oz. For more information, see the convention's website at https://teslacon.com/.


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===''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'' stage musical, New York City, New York.===
==Holiday Season 2026-27==
'''Opens October 18, 2012: ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'' stage musical, American Theater of Actors, New York City, New York.''' Stage2Page Entertainment brings their new musical version of L. Frank Baum's story to the Big Apple for an Off-Off-Broadway run. Based on the original novel and incorporating music from the 1902 stage adaptation, this new show isn't like any Oz you've seen before. For more information, see the article [http://offoffbroadway.broadwayworld.com/article/WONDERFUL-WIZARD-OF-OZ-Plays-American-Theatre-of-Actors-1017-28-20110731 right here], and tickets can be ordered [http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/190062 at Brown Paper Tickets].
===''The Wizard of Oz'', holiday cablecasts===
'''''The Wizard of Oz'' holiday cablecasts, TBS and TNT.''' The stations' annual holiday season showings of the famous film version are, generally speaking, around Thanksgiving on TBS and Christmas on TNT. Check your local provider for exact times and channels on your system. Keep checking back for updates.


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==November 2012==
===''The Wiz'' holiday telecasts===
===Wizard of Oz Festival and movie showing, Naperville and Woodridge, Illinois===
'''''The Wiz'' holiday telecasts.''' Channels have holiday time airings of the 1978 film adaptation of ''The Wiz'', starring Diana Ross as Dorothy, Michael Jackson as the Scarecrow, Lena Horne as Glinda, and Richard Pryor as the Wiz. Keep checking back for updates.
'''November, 2012: ''Wizard of Oz'' Festival, Hollywood Palms Cinema, Naperville, Illinois, and Hollywood Boulevard Cinema, Woodridge, Illinois.''' The theaters' annual showing of ''The Wizard of Oz'', with special guest and events. For details, keep an eye on http://www.atriptothemovies.com/index.php?src=gendocs&ref=HomeClapperEVENT&category=Home.


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===''The Wizard of Oz'', TBS and/or TNT cablecasts===
===''If I Only Had Christmas'' television movie, The Hallmark Channel===
'''November, 2012: ''The Wizard of Oz'', TBS and/or TNT cablecasts.''' The stations' annual holiday season showings of the famous film version. For details, keep an eye on the dedicated pages for the movie on [http://www.tbs.com/movies/movietitle/0,,12281||,00.html TBS's] and [http://www.tnt.tv/movies/movietitle/?oid=2086&iref=sitesearch TNT's] websites.
'''''If I Only Had Christmas'' television movie, The Hallmark Channel.''' A Hallmark Christmas romance movie, first shown in 2020 and based (extremely loosely) on ''The Wizard of Oz''! Candace Cameron Bure stars as Darcy Gale, a publicist who teams up with Huck, a cynical business owner played by Neil Webb, to help out a charity in need. It airs many times at Christmas, and occasionally at other times throughout the year (check your local television provider for exact time and channel on your system). For more details and a sneak peek behind the scenes, take a look at [https://www.etonline.com/candace-cameron-bure-stars-in-hallmark-channels-if-i-only-had-christmas-first-look-exclusive-154864 the news report on the ''Entertainment Tonight'' website]. And [https://celebratingthesoaps.com/hallmark/hallmark-channel-news-wizard-of-oz-reimagined-candace-cameron-bure-in-if-i-only-had-christmas/ here's another report with another preview]. Finally, [https://www.hallmarkchannel.com/if-i-only-had-christmas here's the movie's page on the channel's website].


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==2013==
==January 2027==
===''Dorothy of Oz'' movie, in theaters throughout the United States and Canada===
===Волшебник Изумрудного города, часть II, theaters throughout Russia===
'''Sometime in 2013 (exact date to be announced): ''Dorothy of Oz'' movie, in theaters throughout the United States and Canada (at least).''' This 3-D CGI animated musical movie, based on the book by Roger S. Baum, has been in production for some time, and a release date has at last been announced. The movie features the voices of Lea Michele as Dorothy, Dan Aykroyd as the Scarecrow, Kelsey Grammer as the Tin Man, Jim Belushi as the Cowardly Lion, Martin Short as the Jester, Megan Hilty as the China Princess, and Patrick Stewart as Tugg. For more information about the movie, see its website at http://www.dorothyofoz.com/.
'''January 1, 2027: ''Волшебник Изумрудного города, часть II'', theaters throughout Russia.''' The epic cinematic adaptation of Aleksandr Volkov's version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' comes to Russian theaters. Elli, Totoshka, Strasheela, the Iron Woodman, and the Cowardly Lion have reached the Emerald City. But will they meet the Wizard? What price will he ask from them to grant their wishes? Here's the teaser trailer:
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==January 2013==
==June 2027==
===Andrew Lloyd Webber's ''The Wizard of Oz'' play, Toronto, Ontario, Canada===
===Judy Garland Festival, Grand Rapids, Minnesota===
'''January, 2013: Andrew Lloyd Webber's ''The Wizard of Oz'' play, Toronto, Ontario, Canada.''' There aren't a lot of details yet, but it appears that the current London hit version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' will make its North American debut in a Toronto run January and February. No word on which theatre yet. Keep coming back for more details when there are some to report!
'''June (exact dates to be announced), 2027: Judy Garland Festival, Judy Garland Museum and environs, Grand Rapids, Minnesota.''' Judy Garland's home town celebrates her in this annual festival (returning after taking 2026 off), with events all over town spread out over several days. For more information, keep an eye on the event's website at https://judygarlandmuseum.com/judy-garland-museum-events/.


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==March 2013==
==To Be Determined==
===''Oz: The Great and Powerful'', North American (at least) movie release===
===Wizard of Oz Days, Macon, Missouri===
'''March 8, 2013: ''Oz: The Great and Powerful'' movie premiere, North America-wide (at least) release.''' The newest Oz movie is on its way to a theater near you. This prequel from Disney features James Franco as a balloonist and magician who is swept away to a magic land and is confronted by witches. It is tentatively scheduled to open in theaters all over the United States and Canada (and possibly other parts of the world), some even in 3-D. More details will be given here when there are some.
'''Exact date to be announced: Wizard of Oz Days, Hannibal, Missouri.''' For complete details, see the event's Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/WizardofOzDays.


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Latest revision as of 17:03, 8 April 2026

Other Oz events can also be found on the International Wizard of Oz Club's online calendar.

Please note that, since I live in the United States and most Oz events take place in the United States, I will identify most event locations by city and state only. Any events taking place in other countries will include the name of the country as well.

Going on now

Wicked play, around the world

Now playing: Wicked. This is the award-winning musical based on Gregory Maguire's novel Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West. The book is by Winnie Holzman, the music by Stephen Schwartz, and the show is directed by Joe Mantello. It has done so well, it has spawned the following productions:

  • The Japanese production will be returning to the JR East Shibi Theatre in Tokyo, in early summer 2027. See more about Wicked in Japan at https://www.shiki.jp/applause/wicked/ (site is in Japanese with some translated pages).

The Wiz play, national tour

The Wiz play, national tour. After its Broadway run, this new staging of the Tony-winning musical adaptation of The Wizard of Oz heads out on a North American tour. The following dates have been announced:

More dates and cities will be coming. For more information, see the show's website at https://wizmusical.com/.

The Wizard of Oz on Ice on tour

Now on Tour: The Wizard of Oz on Ice. The new, reimagined version of the 1990s ice show returns for another season. The company has announced the following tour dates:

For more information about the show, see the website at https://wizardofozonice.com/.

Ozmafia anime series, on the Internet

Now playing: Ozmafia anime series, crunchyroll.com. In this Japanese anime series (based on the video game of the same name), Scarlet is a new transfer student at Oz Academy. He doesn't get off to a good start, but the teachers seem nice enough. But what strange secrets are hiding at Oz Academy, and why are they at war with the other academies? Episodes (in Japanese, with English subtitles) are available to view online at http://www.crunchyroll.com/ozmafia for free.

The Wizard of Oz and The Wiz, throughout the United Kingdom

Now playing: The Wizard of Oz, throughout the United Kingdom. Oz is a popular show to perform in the United Kingdom, and there always seems to be a show going on somewhere. For a complete listing of all upcoming productions of The Wizard of Oz in the United Kingdom, see the listings at The List, naturally. They also have listings for performances of The Wiz.

Emerald City television series, NBC.com

Emerald City television series, NBC.com The latest Oz TV project has gone through its broadcast run on NBC. But the show's website is still up at http://www.nbc.com/emerald-city. You can still watch episodes online at http://www.nbc.com/emerald-city/episodes, and the show is also streaming on Peacock.

Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz, Internet Streaming and Cablecast

Now playing: Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz cartoon series, Internet Streaming. This is the latest Oz cartoon series, based (very loosely) on the famous 1939 film version. Dorothy is now a princess of Oz and living in the Emerald City with Queen Ozma. But she's still having adventures! For more information, see the show's website at https://watch.boomerang.com/shows/dorothy-franchise/series/dorothy-series/volume-1. Or, if you have the Boomerang or Cartoon Network cable channels, episodes are now being shown in territories around the world, outside the United States, also have the show, so check your local version of the Cartoon Network, Boomerang, or Max channels or websites.

Lost in Oz series, Internet streaming

Now playing: Lost in Oz, Amazon Video streaming. This animated series from Amazon tells the story of Dorothy, a modern-day girl, and her dog Toto, who are whisked to Oz when Dorothy opens one of her mother's old journals. To get home, she must find the elements of magic and help restore magic to Oz. Fortunately she has made friends with Ojo the Munchkin and West, a trainee witch, to help her out. To get started, see Amazon's Lost in Oz website at https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00Z89MYTI! And in November of 2022, this short was dropped with news of what's to come.

Dee & Friends in Oz, Netflix worldwide

Now playing: Dee & Friends in Oz, Netflix worldwide. The streaming service has announced their new shows for 2024, including Dee & Friends in Oz, an animated musical series aimed at preschoolers. Dee is a young girl who discovers a key to the magical land of Oz, where she makes friends and has has adventures where she saves the day. Want a sneak peek? Here's the first episode!

Chronicles of Oz podcast, the Internet

Now streaming: The Chronicles of Oz podcast. This audio adaptation of the first three Oz books, each in six episodes, presents The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, The Marvellous Land of Oz, and Ozma of Oz, plus a special episode adapting The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus. Produced by Crossover Adventure Productions out of Australia. All episodes, along with trailers and other materials, can be downloaded at http://chroniclesofoz.com/.

The Royal Podcast of Oz, the Internet

Now streaming: The Royal Podcast of Oz, podbean.com and other podcasting sites. Now running for over a decade, this podcast is devoted to all things Oz, with interviews, reviews, news, and other items of interest to Oz fans of all types. You can listen to or download all editions at https://anchor.fm/the-royal-podcast-of-oz/, or look for it on your favorite podcast site.

Wait Wait…Don't Tell Me, National Public Radio

Now streaming: Wait Wait…Don't Tell Me edition of May 11, 2019, npr.org. The popular current events quiz show recorded this episode in St. Louis, and got one of the city's most celebrated residents to play "Not My Job". Former Cardinals shortstop and Hall of Fame inductee Ozzie Smith was nicknamed "The Wizard of Oz" in his playing days, so naturally, he gets to answer questions about The Wizard of Oz! You can listen to the entire episode here, or just Smith's segment here.

Hit the Bricks! podcast, the Internet

Now playing: Hit the Bricks! podcast, the Internet. One hundred years after the events of The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, the Gale farm is abandoned, and a new generation is off to have adventures in Oz. The first act has now dropped, with further episodes to come. For more information, see the show's website at https://hitthebricks.com/, and its Twitter feed at https://twitter.com/HitTheBricksPod/.

The Smallwood Sessions podcast, "The Podcast of Oz", the Internet

Now playing: "The Podcast of Oz" episode of The Smallwood Sessions podcast. To celebrate what would have been the 2020 edition of Chittenango's Oz-Stravaganza, this podcast about upstate New York celebrates Oz and creator L. Frank Baum's connections to the area. To listen, go to https://anchor.fm/josh-taylor87/episodes/Episode-22-The-Podcast-of-Oz-ef05f4.

Down the Yellow Brick Pod podcast, the Internet

Now playing: Down the Yellow Brick Pod podcast. This podcast takes a deep dive into the Oz books, one chapter at a time, and looks at all that they encompass. Available on many podcast sources, including Google Podcasts, and through this link.

The Wonderful Recap of Oz podcast, the Internet

Now playing: The Wonderful Recap of Oz podcast. This podcast recaps the Oz books, one per episode. Available Available on many podcast sources, including Google Podcasts, and through this link.

No Place Like Home podcast, the Internet

Now playing: No Place Like Home podcast. This podcast looks at the Ruby Slippers, how they were stolen in 2005 and found again in 2018, and all the background behind them, the production of The Movie, the life of Judy Garland, and more. Available on most podcasting sites. For more information, the show's website is at https://shows.cadence13.com/podcast/noplacelikehome.

The Lost Princess of Oz podcast, the Internet

Now playing: The Lost Princess of Oz podcast. A new, original Oz story for kids (of all ages), told in six parts, with songs, and presented by the Delaware Children's Theatre. Although based on Baum's writings, this is not the same story as his novel The Lost Princess of Oz. For more information, or to subscribe, see the show's website at https://www.thelostprincessofozpodcast.com/.

The Wizard of Oz: A Homegrown American Fairy Tale radio broadcast, BBC World Service

Now playing: The Wizard of Oz: A Homegrown American Fairy Tale radio documentary, BBC World Service and online streaming. This program looks at the origins and mythology of The Wizard of Oz and how it came about. It is currently available to listen or download online, anywhere in the world. Check the program's website at https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/w3ct1rl9 to listen to it online, or to download it.

To Oz? To Oz! online convention, the Internet

To Oz? To Oz! online convention. With so many Oz events having to be cancelled this year because of the COVID-19 pandemic, a bunch of them got together to present some of their events to a worldwide, online audience for free. The live portions of the convention have now ended, but if you go to https://ozis.us/, you can see many prerecorded talks and events.

The OzConnection, YouTube

The OzConnection, YouTube. OzCon International, the world's longest running Wizard of Oz convention, now has a YouTube channel at "The OzConnection", which features highlights of earlier cons and new material. The link is at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQU5pEFZZ6n_vXvRalgclSg.

The OzConnection has recently started two shows specifically for their channel. The first is a talk show called "OZ:Connect", which you can find in a playlist at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r-NAe0FKDXk&list=PLVNfENfXbx111GmnLLJFklUVGxPl1zUC-. The other new show is "Crypto-Oz-ology", short stories about all kinds of unusual happenings in Oz, which is in a playlist at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sCoSH97u4ts&list=PLVNfENfXbx11g0DhXikoqyP0dslwHeC1h.

Oz Talk, YouTube

Oz Talk panel talk show, YouTube. Join five Oz friends as they discuss any and all Oz subjects under the sun. New episodes will drop every two weeks on the Official Oz Club's YouTube Channel. You can find the playlist for Oz Talk at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VNINbbefPS4&list=PL3OVMLWgINCRfgeWZR8GPJOp11rR73Ssc.

Fifty Years of Oziana Readings, Youtube

Fifty Years of Oziana short story readings, YouTube. To celebrate fifty years of Oziana, the International Wizard of Oz Club's annual literary magazine, Club members read stories from the last five decades. Many authors have even revisited their own stories. You can see the playlist of all stories right here.

Rainbow movie, Netflix

Now playing: Rainbow, on Netflix worldwide. The first streaming service premieres this new movie, from director Paco León, that uses themes and imagery from The Wizard of Oz to explore the coming of age of Dora, a young Spanish woman who finds that everything she thought she knew about her life may be wrong. Available in an English dub, or with English subtitles.

The Wizard of Oz Experience, Around the World

The Wizard of Oz Experience. The interactive outdoors event will be making making another set of appearances around the United States, Canada, and Australia in the spring of 2024. Take a look at https://questoapp.com/ for when it's coming to your town.

The Wicked Wizard Afternoon Tea, London, England, United Kingdom

The Wicked Wizard Afternoon Tea, The Franklin Hotel, London, England, United Kingdom. Enjoy an Oz-themed tea, inspired by The Wizard of Oz and Wicked, in the heart of London's Knightsbridge district. Tea is served from noon to 6:00, costs £49 (spirits are extra), and reservations must be made at least twenty-four hours in advance. For more information, including the menu, see the Franklin's website.

Ruby Red Handed: Stealing America’s Most Famous Pair of Shoes, Hulu

Now playing: Ruby Red Handed: Stealing America’s Most Famous Pair of Shoes, Hulu Streaming Service. This ABC News documentary delves into the 2005 theft of a pair of Ruby Slippers in Minnesota and the subsequent investigation and recovery. Take a look at https://www.hulu.com/series/4dd523b6-cfb6-4d4f-99c8-9febd2e4af68.

The Wizard of Oz, Las Vegas, Nevada

Now playing: The Wizard of Oz at the Sphere, Las Vegas, Nevada. See the famous 1939 film version of The Wizard of Oz in a whole new way. This is an immersive reimagining in 16K on a huge screen surrounding the audience. For more information and to buy tickets, go to https://www.thesphere.com/shows/wizard-of-oz-experience.

Candlelight: The Wizard of Oz concerts, around the world

Candlelight: The Wizard of Oz concerts, around the world. In conjunction with Warner Bros., Candlelight is presenting songs from the famous movie version of The Wizard of Oz in venues around the world amidst a sea of flickering candles. For more information or to locate a concert, see the website at https://candlelightexperience.com/wizard-of-oz-concerts/.

Bloomland in Oz, Burlington, Ontario, Canada

Now through April 6, 2026: Bloomland in Oz, Royal Botanical Gardens Canada, Burlington, Ontario, Canada. The Gardens' 2026 showcase features floral displays and artistic creations, all inspired by the novel The Wonderful Wizard of Oz. For more information or to purchase tickets, see the website at https://www.rbg.ca/things-to-do/by-season/special-events/winter-exhibit/. And here's a behind-the-scenes look:

Stories of Cinema: Identity exhibit, Los Angeles, California

Now through January 10, 2027: Stories of Cinema: Identity exhibit, Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, Los Angeles, California. The Academy Museum has brought its pair of Ruby Slippers back for the public to view. This exhibit also includes costumes and design studies from such movies as Flower Drum Song, Dreamgirls, Moulin Rouge!, Amadeus, Ma Raimey's Black Bottom, Barbie, and Wicked. For more information, see the museum's website at https://www.academymuseum.org/en/exhibitions/stories-of-cinema-identity.

April 2026

Return to Oz 40th Anniversary Screening, San Francisco, California

April 9, 2026: Return to Oz 40th Anniversary Screening, The Castro Theatre, San Francisco, California. The legendary San Francisco theater is opening again after renavations, and part of the program will be a rare theatrical screening of the 1985 Disney movie Return to Oz to celebrate it's fortieth anniversary (maybe a few months late). The special guest is director Walter Murch, who will discuss the film and answer questions afterwards. For more details, see the show's website at https://thecastro.com/events/movies-for-maniacs-260409/

The Wicked Wiz of Oz choral performance, throughout Washington state

The Wicked Wiz of Oz choral performance, venues throughout Washington state. The Seattle Men's Chorus has a new show of Oz music. Songs from The Wizard of Oz, The Wiz, and Wicked will be performed, and even mashed together. The following performances in western Washington have been announced:

For more information, see the chorus's website at https://seattlechoruses.my.salesforce-sites.com/ticket#/events/a0SUv000000VwULMA0.

Garmin Marathon in the Land of Oz, Olathe, Kansas

April 26, 2026: Garmin Marathon in the Land of Oz, Olathe, Kansas. If you're going to have a 26.2-mile run in Kansas, you may as well give it an Oz theme! For more information and to register, see the race's website at http://ozrun.org/.

May 2026

The Wizard of Oz play, Kansas City, Missouri

May 5-24, 2026: The Wizard of Oz play, Kansas City Repertory Theatre, Kansas City, Missouri. The company presents the Royal Shakespeare Company's adaptation of the famous musical version of the story, based on the famous movie. For more details or to purchase tickets, see https://kcrep.org/event/the-wizard-of-oz/.

Yellow Brick Road Festival, Sedan, Kansas

May 22-23, 2026: Yellow Brick Road Festival, Sedan, Kansas. This town in Kansas celebrates The Wizard of Oz every year. For details, see http://www.lasr.net/travel/city.php?Sedan&Kansas&Yellow+Brick+Road+Festival&City_ID=KS0604019&Event_ID=KS0604019e002&VE=Y or call 620-725-4033.

It's Dorothy documentary, Port Jefferson, New York

May 31, 2026: It's Dorothy documentary, Theatre Three, Port Jefferson, New York. Theatre Three and the Por Jefferson Arts Council present a screening of this documentary about the heroine of The Wizard of Oz and the actresses who have played her. The show starts at 7:30, and tickets are $10. For more information, see the theatre's website at https://theatrethree.com/special_events/dorothy/.

June 2026

Oz-Stravaganza, Chittenango, New York

June 5-7, 2026: Oz-Stravaganza, Chittenango, New York. This village in upstate New York honors its native son, L. Frank Baum, with an annual festival honoring his creation, the Land of Oz. For more information, see the event's website at http://www.oz-stravaganza.com/.

August 2026

Oz Festival Illinois, Mapleton, Illinois

August (exact date to be announced), 2025: Oz Fest Illinois, Butler Haynes Park, Mapleton, Illinois.. For more information, see the event's website at https://www.hollispark.org/oz-fest, or the Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/OzFestIllinois/.

September 2026

Autumn at Oz Party, Banner Elk, North Carolina

September (exact dates to be announced), 2026: Autumn at Oz Party, Beech Mountain, Banner Elk, North Carolina. The Wizard of Oz Park on the mountain may no longer be in regular operation, but it's still there, and Oz and park fans get together once a year for a party. Hurricane Hélène paused the event for 2025, but there's hope for a return in 2026. For more information, check out https://landofoznc.com/.

OzFest, Liberal, Kansas

September (exact date to be announced), 2026: OzFest, Liberal, Kansas. The home town of the Dorothy's House attraction hosts its annual tribute to Dorothy and Oz. For more information, see the city's events page and the city's website (and be sure to call 1-800-LIBERAL to confirm event and dates).

October 2026

Oztoberfest, Wamego, Kansas

October (exact date to be announced), 2026: Oztoberfest, Wamego, Kansas. The town not only has an Oz museum, they put on an annual Oz festival. Authors and other special guests will attend, and there's also admission to the museum. For more details, call the Oz museum at 1-866-458-TOTO, or see the event's website at http://oztoberfest.com/.

November 2026

TeslaCon, Middleton, Wisconsin

November 12-15, 2026: TeslaCon, Marriott of Middleton, Middleton, Wisconsin. The country's largest steampunk convention celebrates its sixteenth edition, and this year the theme is Oz. For more information, see the convention's website at https://teslacon.com/.

Holiday Season 2026-27

The Wizard of Oz, holiday cablecasts

The Wizard of Oz holiday cablecasts, TBS and TNT. The stations' annual holiday season showings of the famous film version are, generally speaking, around Thanksgiving on TBS and Christmas on TNT. Check your local provider for exact times and channels on your system. Keep checking back for updates.

The Wiz holiday telecasts

The Wiz holiday telecasts. Channels have holiday time airings of the 1978 film adaptation of The Wiz, starring Diana Ross as Dorothy, Michael Jackson as the Scarecrow, Lena Horne as Glinda, and Richard Pryor as the Wiz. Keep checking back for updates.

If I Only Had Christmas television movie, The Hallmark Channel

If I Only Had Christmas television movie, The Hallmark Channel. A Hallmark Christmas romance movie, first shown in 2020 and based (extremely loosely) on The Wizard of Oz! Candace Cameron Bure stars as Darcy Gale, a publicist who teams up with Huck, a cynical business owner played by Neil Webb, to help out a charity in need. It airs many times at Christmas, and occasionally at other times throughout the year (check your local television provider for exact time and channel on your system). For more details and a sneak peek behind the scenes, take a look at the news report on the Entertainment Tonight website. And here's another report with another preview. Finally, here's the movie's page on the channel's website.

January 2027

Волшебник Изумрудного города, часть II, theaters throughout Russia

January 1, 2027: Волшебник Изумрудного города, часть II, theaters throughout Russia. The epic cinematic adaptation of Aleksandr Volkov's version of The Wizard of Oz comes to Russian theaters. Elli, Totoshka, Strasheela, the Iron Woodman, and the Cowardly Lion have reached the Emerald City. But will they meet the Wizard? What price will he ask from them to grant their wishes? Here's the teaser trailer:

June 2027

Judy Garland Festival, Grand Rapids, Minnesota

June (exact dates to be announced), 2027: Judy Garland Festival, Judy Garland Museum and environs, Grand Rapids, Minnesota. Judy Garland's home town celebrates her in this annual festival (returning after taking 2026 off), with events all over town spread out over several days. For more information, keep an eye on the event's website at https://judygarlandmuseum.com/judy-garland-museum-events/.

To Be Determined

Wizard of Oz Days, Macon, Missouri

Exact date to be announced: Wizard of Oz Days, Hannibal, Missouri. For complete details, see the event's Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/WizardofOzDays.


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