After a tornado whisks her away to the magical land of Oz, young Dorothy Gale teams up with a Scarecrow, a Tin Woodsman and a Cowardly Lion to find the mighty Wizard of Oz, who can send her home. Along the way, they must avoid the clutches of the Wicked Witch of the West, who is trying to steal the mysterious magic slippers that once belonged to her evil sister… but are now on Dorothy’s feet. Dorothy eventually learns just how magical friendship can be and how wonderful it can feel to go home again.

AGES: 8-19 are welcome to audition (age by audition date)

AUDITIONS: January 4 CALLBACKS: January 5
Location: NYT Arts Center, 1115 Houston Street, Conroe, TX 77301

PRODUCTION FEE
$255 production fee (plus parent volunteer hours)
Scholarships and Payment Plans are available.
This includes up to 70 hours of theater instruction, a show shirt, a character photo, professional performance photos, and numerous opportunities to make friends. Please note that it does not include items such as stage makeup, dance or character shoes, or basic costume pieces (such as black/white/khaki pants, tights, colored socks, etc.).

REHEARSALS
(Closed Rehearsals: Rehearsals at NYT are closed to observers.)
January 8-February 20 
Fridays, 5:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. & Saturdays, 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
NYT Arts Center, 1115 Houston Street, Conroe, TX 77301
Rehearsal Dress Code 

TECH WEEK
Move-in on February 21
February 22-25 (No conflicts allowed for Tech Week or Shows)
5:30-9:30 p.m.
Lynn Lucas Performing Arts Center, 1304 N Campbell Street, Willis, TX 77378

PERFORMANCES
February 26, 7 p.m.
February 27, 2 p.m. & 6 p.m.
February 28, 2 p.m. & 6 p.m.
Lynn Lucas Performing Arts Center, 1304 N Campbell Street, Willis, TX 77378

DIRECTING TEAM
TBD

SHOW VERSE
TBD

CHARACTERS

DOROTHY GALE – A sweet, courageous, and sometimes headstrong young girl from Kansas who dreams of a place beyond the rainbow. Dorothy is loyal, compassionate, and determined to help her friends. 

HUNK / SCARECROW – A friendly Kansas farmhand who becomes the lovable Scarecrow in Oz. Although he believes he lacks a brain, he is clever, loyal, and delightfully clumsy. 

ZEKE / COWARDLY LION – A Kansas farmhand who becomes the Cowardly Lion in Oz. Despite his attempts to act tough, the Lion is easily frightened and provides many of the show’s funniest moments.

HICKORY / TIN MAN – A kindhearted Kansas farmhand who becomes the Tin Man in Oz. He believes he lacks a heart, but his compassion and loyalty prove otherwise. 

MISS GULCH / WICKED WITCH OF THE WEST – Dorothy’s unpleasant neighbor in Kansas who becomes the fearsome Wicked Witch in Oz. 

GLINDA – The graceful and kind Good Witch of the North who guides Dorothy on her journey. Glinda is gentle, wise, and reassuring. 

PROFESSOR MARVEL / THE WIZARD / OZ’S VOICE – A traveling fortune teller in Kansas who becomes the mysterious Wizard of Oz. Charming, clever, and a bit of a trickster, he ultimately has a good heart. 

AUNT EM – Dorothy’s hardworking and caring aunt. Although she can be firm and practical, she deeply loves Dorothy. 

UNCLE HENRY – Dorothy’s kindhearted uncle who works on the family farm. 

TOTO – Dorothy’s loyal and energetic dog who accompanies her on her adventures. 

DOORMAN – The comical gatekeeper of Emerald City who initially appears strict but quickly reveals a softer side. 

GUARD – An Emerald City guard who begins as stern and serious but shows compassion toward Dorothy and her friends. 

NIKKO – The leader of the Wicked Witch’s Winged Monkeys.

LEADER OF THE WINKIES – The commanding leader of the Wicked Witch’s guards. 

MAYOR OF MUNCHKIN CITY – The cheerful and enthusiastic leader of Munchkinland who helps welcome Dorothy to Oz. 

BARRISTER – An official of Munchkinland who participates in the celebration of Dorothy’s arrival. 

CORONER – A Munchkinland official who delivers an important announcement. 

Ensemble 

MUNCHKINS – The joyful and energetic residents of Munchkinland who celebrate Dorothy’s arrival. 

JITTERBUGS – A featured dance group sent by the Wicked Witch to wear out Dorothy and her friends. 

WINGED MONKEYS – The Wicked Witch’s mischievous animal army. 

WINKIE GUARDS – The Wicked Witch’s loyal guards. 

OZIANS – The colorful and lively citizens of Emerald City.