The Wizard of Oz (Harlem Rep)
About the show
Harlem Repertory Theatre mounts a one-hour, family-friendly adaptation of the iconic 1939 MGM movie musical about a little girl from Kansas who journeys to the Land of Oz. More…
When Dorothy wakes up in a strange land filled with witches and wizards, and munchkins and monkeys, she's charmed but desperate to return home. She sets off on a quest to ask the Wizard for help and along the way befriends a scarecrow without a brain, a tin man without a heart, and a cowardly lion. Journey down the yellow brick road while humming along to memorable songs from the Oscar-nominated film, including "Over the Rainbow," "We're Off to See the Wizard," and "If I Only Had a Brain."
"This stupendous stage production is a glorious delight...Enough cannot be said about the incredible cast, all of whom possess high level skills in acting, dancing, and singing. Their energy levels were extraordinary, not just in the physical sense, but in what they gave out to their audience. One couldn’t help but feel happy, hopeful and just downright thoroughly elated after seeing this show." Full Review
“HRT’s production does the story justice…Dan Aran’s musical direction shines throughout the piece…The diverse cast of eleven is a cohesive unit of voices and movement. They are completely in sync with each other…The colorful costumes, simple staging and energetic ensemble create one of the best productions of theatre for young audiences that I have ever seen. Every child and adult in the audience was engaged throughout the entire performance.' Full Review
"Directed and choreographed by Keith Lee Grant, the production shines mostly in its focus and attention to kids. Utilizing the openness of the space, characters get up close and personal with the children, engaging them as the cast runs the aisles and comes right up to the first row of seats, involving the enthusiastic crowd in songs that most children already know by heart...The cast delivers solid vocals, giving the familiar tunes a more modern spin." Full Review
See it if Like musicals. If you loved the movie you will love this.
Don't see it if Don't want to see a movie turns into a play
See it if you want to relive Dorothy's journey to Oz.
Don't see it if You're over the Oz magic.
See it if If you are an Ozee. Great show, especially for the price.
Don't see it if You are not a Munchcan fan.
See it if You love seeing talented young people do their thing. Appreciate amazing voices. Like creative smaller sets.
Don't see it if You are in to grand Broadway productions.
See it if You enjoy plays that will captivate you and keep your attention until the very last moment.
Don't see it if You're not a fan of the Wizard of Oz.
See it if Taking a classic movie and putting it on stage and living in my childhood watching it live. Took my family for a enjoyable evening out.
Don't see it if If you can't re live your childhood
See it if You loved the movie
Don't see it if If you didn't like the movie
See it if you like fantasy (ex. witches, wizards, talking animals) and cliche happy endings
Don't see it if you don't like fantasy and don't like cliche things
See it if you want to see a mostly family-friendly show, even if it has witches in it. You enjoy magic and loved Wicked.
Don't see it if You are looking for a more adult show. You do not like the impression of flying monkeys. You are looking for more upscale singing
See it if You will love this musical as it will have the nostalgia factor of watching the movie for the first time all over again.
Don't see it if You're not a fan of musicals and weren't a fan of the movie. Or if you're terrified of munchkins and witches.
See it if You love a great interpretation . It’s so worth seeing.
Don't see it if You’re done with OZ stories.
See it if you appreciate a good story and music accompaniment.
Don't see it if you don't like the wizard of oz
See it if Love the wizard of Oz. Would like to see a diverse cast.
Don't see it if If you hate the wizard of oz. the acting is average and not more than your regular community theater.
See it if you want to see a fresh version of the original
Don't see it if you didn't like the wiz live
See it if Want to be fully entertained with a good feeling show
Don't see it if You are not looking for a good time
See it if you are a fan of the original. Singing is great. Are looking for a fun family night out.
Don't see it if If you are not a fan of wizard of oz.
See it if the wizard of oz is something you never get tired of!
Don't see it if you're looking for a new adaptation of the show.
See it if You like original, classic musicals.
Don't see it if You saw wicked, cause it's not as good!
See it if You are a fan of the movie . The play stayed true to it with the exception of two songs. The actress that played Dorothy was great
Don't see it if You don’t like interactive theatre .
Also There was some trouble with the sound and lighting but other than that... Read more Read less
See it if YOU LIKE THE MOVIE
Don't see it if YOU DIDNT LIKE THE MOVIE
See it if You know and enjoy the story!
Don't see it if You didn't enjoy the wizard of oz for any reason
See it if You like musicals that use projectors. Good singing, staging and direction . HRT never disappoints.
Don't see it if If you want a big musical. Smaller stage and time frame cuts this show back.if you dont want to use your imagination with projectors.
See it if You want to take your young child to a reasonably priced show where their imaginations can work and where the staging is immersive
Don't see it if You need a fully polished production with lavish costumes and sets.
Also This theater company has heart. I’ve seen a few productions, and every... Read more Read less
See it if like Kansas
Don't see it if you don't like Dorothy
See it if You like the story of Wizard of Oz.
Don't see it if you like to see something very much like the movie, the Wizard of Oz.
Also The casts sing beautifully.
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