The Wizard of Oz
July 6
August 25, 2019
CST's Courtyard Theater
by L. Frank Baum
with music & lyrics by Harold Arlen and E.Y. Harburg
adapted by John Kane for the Royal Shakespeare Company
directed by Brian Hill
choreographed by Kenny Ingram
Live musicians and fresh orchestrations, classy visuals...and hugely enjoyable choreography
CHRIS JONES, CHICAGO TRIBUNE
A glorious musical journey for all ages...it has heart, brains, courage, and spectacle
CATEY SULLIVAN, CHICAGO SUN-TIMES
The Play
Take an unforgettable 75-minute journey down the Yellow Brick Road to the magical land of Oz, and share the wonder and delight of live theater with the young people in your life this summer. Dorothy and her trusty pup Toto encounter new friends—including The Scarecrow, Tin Man, and Cowardly Lion—and face unexpected challenges in the musical stage adaptation of the landmark 1939 MGM film. Be dazzled by the spectacular setting and charmed by its timeless score, featuring such cherished classics as “Over the Rainbow”—ultimately to discover that there’s truly no place like home. After the show, meet members of the cast in the lobby for conversation and photos. Most enjoyed by ages 5 and up.
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Praise for The Wizard of Oz
"Will knock your ruby slippers off. A wonderful new version of an old familiar story," hails Around the Town Chicago.
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About the Director
Brian Hill has worn many hats, including actor and director, and is best known for his ongoing partnership with composer/lyricist Neil Bartram.
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Access Program
CST looks to provide the best possible seats and service to make our facilities and performances accessible to all patrons.
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The Players
Creative Team
Brian Hill Director
Kenny Ingram Choreographer
Kory Danielson Music Director
L. Frank Baum Writer
Harold Arlen Composer & Lyricist
E.Y. Harburg Composer & Lyricist
John Kane Adaptor
Scott Davis Scenic Designer
Theresa Ham Costume Designer
Lee Fiskness Lighting Designer
Mike Tutaj Projections Designer
Christopher M. LaPorte Sound Designer
Richard Jarvie Wig and Make-up Designer
Neil Bartram New Orchestrations & New Arrangements
Bob Mason Casting
Deborah Acker Stage Manager
Cathy Hwang Assistant Stage Manager
Aaron Umsted Assistant Director/Choreographer
Kevin Reeks Assistant Music Director
Cast
Kayla Boye Kansas Citizen / Munchkin / Apple Tree / Emerald Citizen / Jitterbug / Winkie
Joseph Anthony Byrd Hickory / The Tin Man
William Dick Professor Marvel / The Wizard of Oz, through August 18
Timothy P. Foszcz Kansas Citizen / Munchkin / Crow / Poppy / Emerald Citizen / Jitterbug / Winkie
Jose Antonio Garcia Zeke / The Cowardly Lion
Marya Grandy Hunk / The Scarecrow
Jared D.M. Grant Uncle Henry / Munchkin / Emerald City Guard / Jitterbug / Flying Monkey
Haley Gustafson Kansas Citizen / Munchkin / Apple Tree / Emerald Citizen / Jitterbug / Flying Monkey
Michael Joseph Mitchell Professor Marvel / The Wizard of Oz, beginning August 21
Hollis Resnik Almira Gulch / The Wicked Witch of the West
Emily Rohm Aunt Em / Glinda, The Good Witch of the North
Aalon Smith Kansas Citizen / Munchkin / Apple Tree / Emerald Citizen / Jitterbug / Flying Monkey
Lauren Smith Kansas Citizen / Munchkin / Apple Tree / Emerald Citizen / Jitterbug / Flying Monkey
Anthony Sullivan, Jr. Kansas Citizen / Munchkin / Crow / Poppy / Emerald Citizen / Jitterbug / Winkie
Leryn Turlington Dorothy Gale
Kaleb Van Rijswijck Kansas Citizen / Munchkin / Crow / Poppy / Emerald Citizen / Jitterbug / Winkie
Jake Elkins Understudy
Michelle Jasso Understudy
Jenna Napolitano Understudy
Kaimana Neil Understudy
KJ Sheldon Understudy