The script was adapted by frank gabrielson from the novel, but it is influenced in. With his witty, expressive face and funny vocal stylings, sigmund compares favorably to bert lahr, who played the part in the 1939 film on which this royal shakespeare company adaptation is. Nov 09, 2015 with his witty, expressive face and funny vocal stylings, sigmund compares favorably to bert lahr, who played the part in the 1939 film on which this royal shakespeare company adaptation is based. Frank baums classic novel comes to life in the wizard of oz. The wonderful wizard of oz10 readers theater scripts. Nov 18, 2016 the wizard of oz plays through january 8, 2017, at walnut street theatre 825 walnut street, in philadelphia, pa. Oct 09, 2018 written by amber mak, director of the wizard of oz recently, one of the original pairs of ruby red slippers from the 1939 film was recovered after having been missing for the past years.
This stage adaptation was first presented by the royal shakespeare company at the barbican centre in london in 1987. It is based on the 1900 novel the wonderful wizard of oz by l. Read all our plays in full free of charge on the lazy bee scripts web site. Were off to see the wizard the wonderful wizard of oz.
The wizard of oz is perhaps the most popular childrens story ever written, and heres a version thats very simple and economical to stage. Presented by the royal shakespeare company the wizard of oz by l. Download this page as a word document ensemble roles the wizard of oz, based on the book by l. Selected monologues from the wizard of oz rsc version including video examples, context and character information. Cast and creatives king john royal shakespeare company. Frank baums 1900 novel, premiered graumoans chinese theatre in hollywood on august 15, 1939. The only way to legally obtain the rights to a stage production of the wizard of oz film version is to contact tams witmark music library in new york city. Citizen sarah agha this is sarahs rsc debut season. Wizard info pack final geelong lyric theatre society. Wizard of oz rsc complete scriptcrop oz franchise fantasy. The wizard of oz rsc version guide to musical theatre.
The information was a nationally celebrated news story because it was noted that those slippers are such an iconic representation of the enduring symbol. The wizard of oz plays through january 8, 2017, at walnut street theatre 825 walnut street, in philadelphia, pa. The young performers edition of the wizard of oz is basically the royal shakespeare company version of the 1939 classic, the wizard of oz, but is a shortened. The company, established in 1960, was based on the earlier shakespeare memorial theatre at stratforduponavon. With music and lyrics from the mgm motion picture score by harold arlen and e. Frank baum and the 1939 film version written by noel langley, florence ryerson and edgar allan woolf. Dorothy just listen to what miss gulch did to toto. According to royal shakespeare company rsc director ian judge, the companys. Frank baum, and the 1939 metrogoldwynmayer film, the wizard of oz, with a book by john kane, music by harold arlen and lyrics by e. Royal shakespeare company rsc, a british repertory theater.
Harold arlen composer over the rainbow, from the wizard of oz, in bflat royal shakespeare company version 1939 music sales classical. The wizard of oz directors notes paramount theatre. Apr 29, 2020 click here to download the free script to the scene. Frank baum, with music and lyrics by harold arlen and e. The script was based on the book, but featured certain influences from the movie.
The wizard of oz 2017 2018 season denton community. Harburg, background music by herbert stothart, dance and vocal arrangements by peter howard, orchestration by larry wilcox, adapted by john kane for the royal shakespeare company, based upon the classic motion picture owned by turner entertainment co. Wizard of oz rsc complete scriptcrop pdf free download. Harburg background music by herbert stothart dance and vocal arrangements by peter howard orchestration by larry wilcox adapted by john kane for the royal shakespeare company based upon the classic motion picture owned by. Harold arlen over the rainbow, from the wizard of oz. Both sing were off to see the wizard the wonderful wizard of oz we hear he is a whiz of a wiz if ever a wiz there was if ever oh ever a wiz there was, the wizard of oz is one because because, because, because, because, because because of the wonderful things he does. Complete your royal shakespeare company collection. Royal shakespeare co wizard of oz london cast music. Watch as we take you backstage at wizard of oz at theatre royal st helens. Wizard of oz, the script broadway musical fade in title. Click here to download the free script to the scene. An electrifyingly bold reworking of the wizard of oz. Written by amber mak, director of the wizard of oz recently, one of the original pairs of ruby red slippers from the 1939 film was recovered after having been missing for the past years.
Script policy we dont accept unsolicited scripts, instead we identify writers we are interested in working with by closely monitoring new work across the uk. Soar over the rainbow, follow the yellow brick road and skip into the emerald city to fulfil your hearts desire, as leeds playhouse whisks you away on an unforgettable journey inside our newly refurbished theatre. Sydney theatre companys the wizard of oz teachers notes 2009 2 table of contents sydney theatre company 3. The wizard of oz is a 2011 musical based on the 1939 film of the same name, with a book adapted by andrew lloyd webber and jeremy sams. Harold arlen over the rainbow, from the wizard of oz, in. Frank baum adapted by john kane from the motion picture screenplay for the royal shakespeare company. This complete show set features nearly 60 tracks from the stage score including all incidental. They are the sole owners to the rights to the 1987 royal shakespeare company version basically the film script and music and the 1950s muny adaptation which is now extremely outdated. Frank baum with music and lyrics of the mgm motion picture score by harold arlen and e. Seeking to more closely recreate the movie version on stage, the royal shakespeare company adapted the films screenplay, also using the songs from the film. One of the most successful novels in american literature, the wonderful wizard of oz sold out instantly, became a.
On stage, cusick has worked with the royal national theatre, royal shakespeare company and almeida, london to name a few. Wizard of oz rsc complete script crop free download as pdf file. This document was uploaded by user and they confirmed that they have. This version is exceptionally wellsuited for multiaged groups, with younger cast members playing any number of munchkins, poppy flowers and winged monkeys.
This faithful adaptation by the royal shakespeare company features all the most beloved songs and moments from the 1939 classic film, brought to life onstage. Harburg background music by herbert stothart dance and vocal arrangements by peter howard orchestration by larry wilcox adapted by john kane for the royal shakespeare company. Wizard of oz rsc complete scriptcrop free download as pdf file. Download free software rsc wizard of oz script pdf. Royal shakespeare co wizard of oz london cast amazon. The royal shakespeare companys stage adaptation of the wizard of oz is a musical based on the novel the wonderful wizard of oz by l. To those of you who have been faithful to it in return. Theyre off to see the wizard at the royal shakespeare company this season, as britains leading classical theater troupe brings the wizard of oz to the london stage. Aerial artistry and technical consultation by wired aerial theatre show climber luke murphy. Mct is excited to bring the script of the royal shakespeare company to life.
The latest interviews, behind the scenes news and trailers for forthcoming productions from the royal shakespeare company. Ray bolger, jack haley, bert lahr, frank morgan, billie. It debuted at the barbican theatre in londons west. This show ran through 1989 and continues to be frequently revived and toured. For nearly forty years this story has given faithful service to the young in heart. Regal entertainments cracking easter panto the wizard of oz has opened to. Act two the cast of the royal shakespeare company s the wizard of oz performing in the second revival of the hit show from 1987 at the royal shakespeare theatre, london. Harburg, adapted by john kane for the royal shakespeare company. Royal shakespeare company the wizard of oz london cast. For tickets call 215 5743550, or purchase them online. Frank baum with music and lyrics by harold arlen and e. Wilcox adapted by john kane for the royal shakespeare company based upon the classic motion.
This second version with book adaptations by john kane follows the famous motion picture even more closely and was presented by the royal shakespeare company at the barbican centre in. The new version of the end of act 1 including the new jitterbug number. Frank baums 1900 novel, premiered graumans chinese theatre in hollywood on august 15, 1939. Scripts for plays, pantomimes, sketches, skits and musicals. The wizard of oz is a 1939 american musical comedydrama fantasy film produced by metrogoldwynmayer, and the most wellknown and commercially successful adaptation based on the 1900 novel the wonderful wizard of oz by l. The wizard of oz 2017 2018 season denton community theatre. Deadly dialogues edinburgh and new york television includes. Were off to see the wizard, the wonderful wizard of oz.
Act one 1 overture 2 over the rainbow 3 the twister munchkinland 4. London cd issue of original ter lp configuration, adapted from the original 1939 film and first performed live by the royal shakespeare company in 1987. The bastard michael abubakar this is michaels rsc debut season. Young dorothy gale is swept away by a tornado from her kansas farm to the magical land of oz. Jul 25, 2014 10 readers theater scripts based on the wonderful wizard of oz by l. Wizard of oz london cast by royal shakespeare co 0503. The royal shakespeare company presented a live stage adaptation of the film at the barbican centre in london in 1987. The wizard of oz is a musical with a book by john kane, music by harold arlen and lyrics by. Download our expertly crafted complete set of backing tracks for the wizard of oz, the musical adapted from the 1939 film of the same name, which starred judy garland as dorothy, and l.
Scripts and rental materials are not included in this estimate. The wizard of oz is a musical with a book by john kane, music by harold arlen and lyrics by e. Adapted by john kane for the royal shakespeare company. The wizard of oz young performers edition musicscope. The globe theatre s current production uses a 1987 script produced by the royal shakespeare company, written by john kane and based almost entirely on the films screenplay, with some additional dialogue and jokes.
Download pdf the wizard of oz rsc script x4e6qe2dzmn3. He is best known for playing desmond hume from 20052010 in the hit tv show lost where he was nominated for an emmy. Wizard of oz opens at childrens theatre company in. The iconic film is joyfully recreated in this rsc version. This studio version was recorded at abbey road studios on january 3rd, 9th, and 14th, 1989, and features a twelvepage booklet with liner notes by john kane, cast and production credits. Fulfillment by amazon fba is a service we offer sellers that lets them store their products in amazons fulfillment centers, and we directly pack, ship, and provide customer service for these products. Read all our plays in full freeofcharge on the lazy bee scripts web site. Watch as we take you backstage at wizard of oz at theatre royal st.
The wizard of oz rsc version plot summary, character breakdowns, context and analysis, and performance video clips. The wizard of oz casting breakdown pitlochry festival. Wilcox adapted by john kane for the royal shakespeare company. It has additional background music by herbert stothart. Wizard of oz opens at childrens theatre company in minneapolis. Its one of the millions of unique, usergenerated 3d experiences created on roblox. Like so many girls her age, little dorothy gale of kansas dreams of what lies over the rainbow. Lyman frank baum may 15, 1856 may 6, 1919 was an american author of childrens books, best known for writing the wonderful wizard of oz, published in 1900. The wizard of oz is a 1987 adaptation by john kane for the royal shakespeare company based on the novel and 1939 film, which hews more closely to the films screenplay than the 1942 version. A version of wizard of oz based on the motion picture with book adaptations by frank gabrielson was presented by the municipal theatre of st. For immediate release missoula community theatre 201617 season audition for the wizard of oz missoula, mt the missoula community theatre is holding an open audition on sunday, february 26th for actors to play the roles in the classic musical, the wizard of oz. Harburg songs from the film and includes some new songs and additional music by andrew lloyd webber and additional lyrics by tim rice.
Harburg adapted by john kane for the royal shakespeare company directed by brian hill choreographed by kenny ingram. Based upon the classic motion picture owned by turner entertainment co and distributed in all. Sydney theatre companys the wizard of oz teachers notes 2009 9 about the author frank baum 1856. The wizard of oz casting breakdown pitlochry festival theatre. Adapted by john kane for the royal shakespeare company based upon the classic motion picture owned by turner entertainment co. This version of the wizard of oz, with book adaptations by john kane follows the famous motion. Join read liverpool for thousands of free book downloads. The wonderful wizard of oz is a childrens novel written by l. Cadaver police in the electrocution afterlife tron theatre.
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