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==December 2012==
==December 2012==
===''Tom and Jerry and The Wizard of Oz'', holiday cablecast===
(No events to announce.)
'''December 25, 2012: ''Tom and Jerry and The Wizard of Oz'', holiday cablecast, Cartoon Network.''' Hey, did you know that the famous cartoon cat and mouse team, Tom and Jerry, were in Dorothy's house when it went to Oz? Me, neither! But this 2011 animated movie shows what they were up to while Dorothy was having her own adventures on the Yellow Brick Road. Cartoon Network is showing it as a holiday treat, beginning at 1:30 p.m. (check local listings for exact time in your area).
 
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==2013==
==2013==

Revision as of 16:15, 25 December 2012

Other Oz events can also be found on the Wizard of Oz Calendar of Events page on Facebook.

Going on now

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:

  • 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.
  • Wicked has wrapped up its tour of Australia, but the company is now touring Asia and the Pacific. 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.
  • After years of rumors, Wicked finally opened in Scheveningen, the Netherlands, in 2011. It is currently scheduled to close January 11, 2013. For details and tickets, see http://www.musicals.nl/wicked/.

Hollywood Legends Collection exhibit, Hollywood, California

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.

The Wonderful Wizard of Oz series, on the Internet

Now playing: The Wonderful Wizard of Oz series, jaroo.com. The online cartoon broadcast site, jaroo.com, is showing the 1987 Cinar Productions series of 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.

"Not in Kansas Anymore" episode of Fame, on 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.

"The Wizard of Oz" episode of Alf Tales, on the Internet

Now playing: "The Wizard of Oz" episode of Alf Tales, hulu.com. Everyone's favorite Melmackian, Gordon Shumway (who was later nicknamed ALF when he came to Earth), stars in this series of famous tales told in his own unique way. For one episode, the gang did their take on The Wizard of Oz. And if you have Hulu Plus, you can see it right here.

"The Wizard of Paws/Pinocchio Penguin" episode of Hello Kitty's Furry Tale Theater, on 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.

The Shirley Temple Storybook Collection: The Land of Oz, on the Internet

Now playing: The Land of Oz episode of The Shirley Temple Storybook Collection, hulu.com. This 1961 episode of Temple's show adapts the second Oz book. Features Temple herself as Ozma and Tip, Agnes Moorehead as Mombi, Jonathan Winters as General Nikidik, Sterling Holloway as Jack Pumpkinhead, Ben Blue as the Scarecrow, Gil Lamb as the Tin Woodman, and Mel Blanc as the voice of the Sawhorse. To watch for free on hulu.com, go to http://www.hulu.com/watch/369199.

The Wizard of Oz play, Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Now playing: Andrew Lloyd Webber's The Wizard of Oz play, Ed Mirvish Theatre, Toronto, Ontario, Canada. After its successful run in the West End, Sir Andrew is bringing his stage version of Oz to North America with this Canadian production. Featuring as Dorothy is Danielle Wade, the winner of the CBC talent contest Over the Rainbow. For more information, or to purchase tickets, see http://mirvish.com/shows/thewizardofoz. And after its run in Toronto, the show is going across the road in Canada, and possibly the United States.

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.

The Wizard of Oz play, Santa Maria, California

Now through December 26, 2012: The Wizard of Oz play, Marian Theatre, Allan Hancock College, Santa Maria, California. The Pacific Conservatory of the Performing Arts presents the Royal Shakespeare Company's adaptation of The Wizard of Oz, based on the famous film version. This particular production includes all kinds of puppets and other kinetic elements. Performances are at 1:30 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. For more information or to purchase tickets, see the show's website.

Out of This World museum exhibit, Naples, Florida

Now through December 30, 2012: Out of This World Museum Exhibit, Naples Museum of Art, Naples, Florida. The exhibit of iconic movie costumes comes to Florida. Among the items in this exhibit are Arnold Schwarzenegger's leather jacket from The Terminator, a Batman suit, items from Star Trek, Blade Runner, Ghostbusters,… and Margaret Hamilton's Wicked Witch of the West hat from The Wizard of Oz. For more details on the exhibit, see the item in The News-Press. The website for the museum is at http://www.thephil.org/museum/museum.html.

The Wonderful Wizard of Oz museum exhibit, Chicago, Illinois

Now through January 6, 2013: The Wonderful Wizard of Oz Museum Exhibit, Kohl Children's Museum, Chicago, Illinois. The exhibit based on the original novel comes back to the town where the book was written. For more information, see the website at http://www.kohlchildrensmuseum.org/exhibits/temporary/wonderful-wizard-of-oz.

Wizard of Oz play, Seattle, Washington

Now through January 6, 2013: The Wizard of Oz play, Seattle Children's Theatre, Seattle, Washington. The premiere children's theater in the Emerald City is putting on the Royal Shakespeare Company's version of The Wizard of Oz for the holidays. For more information, or to purchase tickets, see the show's website at https://www.sct.org/Shows/On-Stage/Wizard.

Wizard of Oz adult pantomime, Durban, South Africa

Now through January 13, 2013: The Wizard of Oz adult pantomime, Sun Coast Casino, Durban, South Africa. Don't take the kids to this one! The casino's annual pantomime aimed squarely at the grown-ups takes on The Wizard of Oz as Dotty (busting out of her ruby-studded underwear) tries to get a visa that will take her from South Africa to Australia. For more information, or to book tickets, see the show's website.

Classic Movie Costumes exhibit, London, England, Great Britain

Now through January 27, 2013: Classic Movie Costumes exhibit, The Victoria and Albert Museum, London, England, Great Britain. The V&A is hosting an exhibit of classic movie costumes, including Vivien Leigh's green velvet "curtain dress" from Gone With the Wind, and 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 (on loan from the Smithsonian Institution) and a dress worn by Judy Garland in The Wizard of Oz. Keep an eye on http://www.vam.ac.uk/content/exhibitions/exhibition-hollywood-costume/ for updates and further information.

December 2012

(No events to announce.)

2013

Dorothy of Oz movie, in theaters throughout the United States and Canada

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 2013

South Winkie Oz Gathering, Irvine, California

January 12, 2013: South Winkie Oz Gathering, Back Bay Conference Center, Irvine, California. Members of the International Wizard of Oz Club, and any other interested Oz fans in southern California, will gather for a day of Ozzy fun. Events run from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and include show and tell, an auction, sales tables, and more. The special guest speaker will be Kirk Kushin, creator of the Ozopolis comic. The cost is $25 per person, and includes lunch. Parking is free. Reservations need to be made by January 6. You can download a registration form at http://www.hungrytigerpress.com/southwinkgettogether2013.pdf. For more information, see the event's Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/events/292926290824041/.

February 2013

Returning to Oz: The Afterlife of Dorothy conference, Manchester, England, United Kingdom

February 7, 2013: Returning to Oz: The Afterlife of Dorothy academic conference, Manchester, England, United Kingdom. This one-day academic conference examines the representations and interpretations of Dorothy and Oz in popular culture. For more information, see the event's website at http://www.hic-dragones.co.uk/#/events/4546989762. And if you can't make it, you can at least be represented by a paper. See their call for papers at http://www.hic-dragones.co.uk/#/call-for-papers/4564635392.

March 2013

Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival, Orlando, Florida

March 6-May 19, 2013: Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival, Epcot Center, Orlando, Florida. To commemorate the release of the movie Oz: The Great and Powerful, this year's flower and garden festival at Epcot will have an Oz theme, as detailed in this blog entry. For more information, see the festival's website.

Oz: The Great and Powerful movie release

March 8, 2013: Oz: The Great and Powerful movie premiere, worldwide release. The newest Oz movie is on its way to a theater near you. This prequel from Disney features James Franco as balloonist and magician Oscar Diggs, who is swept away to a magic land and is confronted by witches. It is scheduled to open in theaters all over the world, some in 3-D. The official website, including the first trailer, is now up and available to look at.

April 2013

Garmin Marathon in the Land of Oz Road Race, Olathe, Kansas

April 20, 2013: Garmin Marathon in the Land of Oz, 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 ozmarathon.com.

May 2013

Wizard of Oz Month Celebration, the Internet

May, 2013: 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.

Yellow Brick Road Festival, Sedan, Kansas

May, 2013: 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

Oz-Stravaganza, Chittenango, New York

May 31-June 2, 2013: 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.

June 2013

Judy Garland Festival, Grand Rapids, Minnesota

June 13-15, 2013: 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/events.html.

The Winkie Convention, Pacific Grove, California

June 20-23, 2013: The Winkie Convention, Asilomar Conference Center, Pacific Grove, California. Highlights include the auction and sales tables, the costume contest, and the annual Winkie Award. This year, the Winkie Convention also serves as the Oz Club's national convention, so the Board of Directors will meet, and the Club will present its annual L. Frank Baum Memorial Award. For further information, keep an eye on the Winkie Convention Facebook page and the 2013 convention page.

July 2013

WesterCon 66, Sacramento, California

July 4-7, 2013: WesterCon 66, The Hilton Arden West Hotel, Sacramento, California. The sixty-sixth annual west coast science fiction convention meets in Sacramento this year. Two of the con's special guests should be of interest to Oz fans: Artist GoH Eric Shanower, and Small Press Special Guest David Maxine of Hungry Tiger Press. For more information, see the convention's website at http://www.westercon66.org/.

September 2013

Chesterton Wizard of Oz Festival, Chesterton, Indiana

September, 2013: Chesterton Wizard of Oz Festival, Chesterton, Indiana. One of the earliest Wizard of Oz festivals continues with its thirty-second edition. For more information, see the event's website at http://www.ozfestivalchesterton.com/.

October 2013

Oztoberfest, Wamego, Kansas

October 2013: 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/.

Autumn at Oz Party, Banner Elk, North Carolina

October, 2013: 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.

November 2013

Wizard of Oz Festival and movie showing, Naperville and Woodridge, Illinois

November 2013: 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 Munchkins and events. For details, see the show's website.

The Wizard of Oz play, Nappanee, Indiana

November 15-December 31, 2013: The Wizard of Oz play, Round Barn Theatre, Amish Acres, Nappanee, Indiana. As part of its 2013 season, the theatre presents the stage adaptation of the famous movie version. For more information or to purchase tickets, see the show's website.

November/December 2013

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. For more information, see TNT's dedicated pages for the movie at http://www.tnt.tv/movies/movietitle/?oid=2086&iref=sitesearch. And it's possible (but unlikely) that TBS may also show it again, so take a look at http://www.tbs.com/movies/movietitle/0,,12281%7C%7C,00.html for their information.

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