The Wizard of Oz (Harlem Rep)
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.
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."
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- 1 hour
- Ends on August 20th, 2017
- Tato Laviera Theatre (Harlem)
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3 Critics' Reviews
"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
75 Members' Reviews
See it if YOU LIKE THE MOVIE
Don't see it if YOU DIDNT LIKE THE MOVIE
See it if You loved the movie
Don't see it if If you didn't like the movie
See it if If you love the original Wizard, and don't mind seeing the iconic characters as People of Color. If you love to laugh, and terrific singing.
Don't see it if You're expecting a Broadway-quality show. Don't expect to see The Wiz! or a Judy Garland look-a-like. This is The Wizard of Oz.. with music.
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 want to see a live production of the Wizard of Oz or if you want to be able to say "I saw her when..." (regarding the lead)
Don't see it if you love Wicked - once you've seen Wicked, the Wizard of Oz doesn't really offer you much...
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 you are taking a young one who wants to see characters that more closely resemble them than white-washed Hollywood films.
Don't see it if you expect top notch acting or much more than a community theater feel to the production
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 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 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 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 want to see a fresh version of the original
Don't see it if you didn't like the wiz live
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 appreciate a good story and music accompaniment.
Don't see it if you don't like the wizard of oz
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 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 like original, classic musicals.
Don't see it if You saw wicked, cause it's not as good!
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 incredible performances, and masterful reimaginings and retellings of classic stories.
Don't see it if you dislike more current musical styles.
See it if You will be pleasantly surprised at the caliber of the actor's range!
Don't see it if You don't enjoy musicals.
See it if You loved the original movie
Don't see it if You don't have a love for the classics
See it if Loved loved it
Don't see it if it's a must see it will take you back to your childhood
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 Very entertaining definitely a show that will keep you sucked in from the moment it starts til finish.
Don't see it if You don't like Broadway. I can't find a reason not to.
See it if You enjoy a young and wonderlust feeling.
Don't see it if You enjoy deeper, more modern shows.