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2026-03-30T04:37:08Z

Ericgjovaag: /* The Wizard of Oz on Ice on tour */

Other Oz events can also be found on [https://www.ozclub.org/calendar/ the International Wizard of Oz Club's online calendar].

Please note that, since I live in the United States and most Oz events take place in the United States, I will identify most event locations by city and state only. Any events taking place in other countries will include the name of the country as well.

==Going on now==
===''Wicked'' play, around the world===
'''Now playing: ''Wicked''.''' This is the award-winning musical based on Gregory Maguire's novel ''Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West''. The book is by Winnie Holzman, the music by Stephen Schwartz, and the show is directed by Joe Mantello. It has done so well, it has spawned the following productions:

* [http://www.gershwintheatre.com/ Gershwin Theater], Broadway, New York City, New York. Tickets may be purchased online at [http://www.ticketmaster.com/venue/24579 ticketmaster.com]. For more details, go to [http://wickedthemusical.com/ wickedthemusical.com]. For a "Behind the Emerald Curtain" tour on Saturday mornings, go to https://wickedthemusical.com/behind-the-emerald-curtain#scrolldown for details.

* The Apollo Victoria Theatre, The West End, London, England, United Kingdom. For more information, including booking tickets, see http://www.wickedthemusical.co.uk/.

* ''Wicked'' is also touring the United States and Canada. For more information and updates about the tour, see https://wickedthemusical.com/tickets/#tour. Here's the current schedule (locations and dates are subject to change):
** Now through April 5, 2026: [https://www.broadwayincolumbia.com/upcoming-shows/ Koger Center for the Arts], Columbia, South Carolina
** April 8-19, 2026: [https://www.celebrityattractions.com/shows/10200/WICKED/Little-Rock/2026 Robinson Center], Little Rock, Arkansas
** April 22-May 3, 2026: Juanita K. Hammons Hall, Springfield, Missouri
** May 6-June 14, 2026: [https://dallas.broadway.com/shows/wicked/ Music Hall at Fair Park], Dallas, Texas
** June 17-July 5, 2026: [https://ticketomaha.com/Productions/wicked Orpheum Theater], Omaha, Nebraska
** July 8-August 9, 2026: [https://hennepinarts.org/events/wicked Orpheum Theatre], Minneapolis, Minnesota
** August 12-30, 2026: [https://kansascity.broadway.com/shows/wicked/ Music Hall], Kansas City, Missouri
** September 2-20, 2026: [https://www.desmoinesperformingarts.org/whats-on/events/2025-26/broadway/wicked Des Moines Civic Center], Des Moines, Iowa

* A non-reproduction staging is now running at the Teatr Muzyczny ROMA in Warsaw, Poland. For more information, see https://www.teatrroma.pl/spektakl/wicked/.

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===''The Wiz'' play, national tour===
'''''The Wiz'' play, national tour.''' After its Broadway run, this new staging of the Tony-winning musical adaptation of ''The Wizard of Oz'' heads out on a North American tour. The following dates have been announced:

* April 21-26, 2026: [https://www.altriatheater.com/events/detail/the-wiz-2025 Altria Center], Richmond, Virginia
* May 5-10, 2026: [https://www.celebrityattractions.com/shows/10194/THE-WIZ/Tulsa/2026 Tulsa Performing Arts Center], Tulsa, Oklahoma
* May 12-17, 2026: [https://austin.broadway.com/shows/the-wiz/ Bass Concert Hall], Austin, Texas
* May 19-24, 2026: [https://www.okcbroadway.com/wiz Civic Center Music Hall], Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
* May 26-31, 2026: [https://americantheatreguild.com/toledo/shows/the-wiz/ Stranahan Theater], Toledo, Ohio

More dates and cities will be coming. For more information, see the show's website at https://wizmusical.com/.

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===''The Wizard of Oz on Ice'' on tour===
'''Now on Tour: ''The Wizard of Oz on Ice''.''' The new, reimagined version of the 1990s ice show returns for another season. The company has announced the following tour dates:
* March 30, 2026: [https://higleycenter.org/ Higley Center for the Performing Arts], Gilbert, Arizona
* April 2, 2026: [https://www.byui.edu/center-stage/center-stage-events/wizard-of-oz-on-ice-2026-04-02 Harh Auditorium], Rexburg, Idaho
* April 10, 2026: [https://www.sunsetcenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Sunset Cultural Center], Carmel-by-the-Sea, California
* April 11, 2026: [https://www.lpac.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Lancaster Performing Arts Center], Lancaster, California
* April 12, 2026: [https://livermorearts.org/ Livermore Valley Performing Arts Center], Livermore, California
* April 15, 2026: [https://craterian.org/event/the-wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Craterian Theater], Medford, Oregon
* April 16, 2026: [https://columbiatheatre.com/new-events/wizard-of-oz-on-ice Columbia Theatre], Longview, Washington
* April 17, 2026: [https://www.washingtoncenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice-4-17-2026/ Washington Center for the Performing Arts], Olympia, Washington
* April 18, 2026: [https://towntoyotacenter.com/events/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ The Toyota Center], Wenatchee, Washington
* April 19, 2026: [https://buttearts.org/ Mother Lode Theatre], Butte, Montana
* April 22, 2026: Red River Valley Fair Association, Fargo, North Dakota
* April 23, 2026: Gichi-Ziibi Center for the Arts, Brainerd, Minnesota
* April 25, 2026: [https://thejonescenter.org/wizard-on-ice Jones Center], Springdale, Arkansas
* April 30, 2026: [https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/41568594/wizard-of-oz-on-ice-pembroke-givens-performing-arts-center?_gl=1*17vkium*_ga*MTg1OTc1NzAyOS4xNzU3MTE1MzQz*_ga_LQFXLBGNDL*czE3NTcxMTUzNDMkbzEkZzEkdDE3NTcxMTUzNzMkajMwJGwwJGgw Givens Performing Arts Center], Pembroke, North Carolina
* May 1, 2026: [https://www.thalianhall.org/wizard-of-oz-on-ice Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts], Wilmington, North Carolina

For more information about the show, see the website at https://wizardofozonice.com/.

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===''Ozmafia'' anime series, on the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Ozmafia'' anime series, crunchyroll.com.''' In this Japanese anime series (based on the video game of the same name), Scarlet is a new transfer student at Oz Academy. He doesn't get off to a good start, but the teachers seem nice enough. But what strange secrets are hiding at Oz Academy, and why are they at war with the other academies? Episodes (in Japanese, with English subtitles) are available to view online at http://www.crunchyroll.com/ozmafia for free.

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===''The Wizard of Oz'' and ''The Wiz'', throughout the United Kingdom===
'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz'', throughout the United Kingdom.''' Oz is a popular show to perform in the United Kingdom, and there always seems to be a show going on somewhere. For a complete listing of all upcoming productions of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in the United Kingdom, see the listings at [http://www.list.co.uk/events/theatre/what:The%20Wizard%20of%20Oz/sort:date/show:100/ ''The List''], naturally. They also have listings for performances of [http://www.list.co.uk/events/theatre/what:The%20Wiz/sort:date/show:100/ ''The Wiz''].

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===''Emerald City'' television series, NBC.com===
'''''Emerald City'' television series, NBC.com''' The latest Oz TV project has gone through its broadcast run on NBC. But the show's website is still up at http://www.nbc.com/emerald-city. You can still watch episodes online at http://www.nbc.com/emerald-city/episodes, and the show is also streaming on Peacock.

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===''Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz'', Internet Streaming and Cablecast===
'''Now playing: ''Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz'' cartoon series, Internet Streaming.''' This is the latest Oz cartoon series, based (very loosely) on the famous 1939 film version. Dorothy is now a princess of Oz and living in the Emerald City with Queen Ozma. But she's still having adventures! For more information, see the show's website at https://watch.boomerang.com/shows/dorothy-franchise/series/dorothy-series/volume-1. Or, if you have the Boomerang or Cartoon Network cable channels, episodes are now being shown in territories around the world, outside the United States, also have the show, so check your local version of the Cartoon Network, Boomerang, or Max channels or websites.

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===''Lost in Oz'' series, Internet streaming===
'''Now playing: ''Lost in Oz'', Amazon Video streaming.''' This animated series from Amazon tells the story of Dorothy, a modern-day girl, and her dog Toto, who are whisked to Oz when Dorothy opens one of her mother's old journals. To get home, she must find the elements of magic and help restore magic to Oz. Fortunately she has made friends with Ojo the Munchkin and West, a trainee witch, to help her out. To get started, see Amazon's ''Lost in Oz'' website at https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00Z89MYTI! And in November of 2022, [https://www.youtube.com/embed/h4fc1XvdBrk this short was dropped] with news of what's to come.

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===''Dee & Friends in Oz'', Netflix worldwide===
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'''Now playing: ''Dee & Friends in Oz'', Netflix worldwide.''' The streaming service has announced their new shows for 2024, including ''Dee & Friends in Oz'', an animated musical series aimed at preschoolers. Dee is a young girl who discovers a key to the magical land of Oz, where she makes friends and has has adventures where she saves the day. Want a sneak peek? [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oPAZCfmc0mQ&ab_channel=NetflixJr. Here's the first episode!]

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===''Chronicles of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now streaming: The ''Chronicles of Oz'' podcast.''' This audio adaptation of the first three Oz books, each in six episodes, presents ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', ''The Marvellous Land of Oz'', and ''Ozma of Oz'', plus a special episode adapting ''The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus''. Produced by Crossover Adventure Productions out of Australia. All episodes, along with trailers and other materials, can be downloaded at http://chroniclesofoz.com/.

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===''The Royal Podcast of Oz'', the Internet===
'''Now streaming: ''The Royal Podcast of Oz'', podbean.com and other podcasting sites.''' Now running for over a decade, this podcast is devoted to all things Oz, with interviews, reviews, news, and other items of interest to Oz fans of all types. You can listen to or download all editions at https://anchor.fm/the-royal-podcast-of-oz/, or look for it on your favorite podcast site.

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===''Wait Wait…Don't Tell Me'', National Public Radio===
'''Now streaming: ''Wait Wait…Don't Tell Me'' edition of May 11, 2019, npr.org.''' The popular current events quiz show recorded this episode in St. Louis, and got one of the city's most celebrated residents to play "Not My Job". Former Cardinals shortstop and Hall of Fame inductee Ozzie Smith was nicknamed "The Wizard of Oz" in his playing days, so naturally, he gets to answer questions about ''The Wizard of Oz''! You can listen to the entire episode [https://www.npr.org/programs/wait-wait-dont-tell-me/722132214/wait-wait-for-may-11-2019-with-not-my-job-guest-ozzie-smith?showDate=2019-05-11 here], or just Smith's segment [https://www.npr.org/2019/05/11/721853591/not-my-job-we-quiz-baseball-great-ozzie-smith-on-the-wizard-of-oz here].

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===''Hit the Bricks!'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Hit the Bricks!'' podcast, the Internet.''' One hundred years after the events of ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', the Gale farm is abandoned, and a new generation is off to have adventures in Oz. The first act has now dropped, with further episodes to come. For more information, see the show's website at https://hitthebricks.com/, and its Twitter feed at https://twitter.com/HitTheBricksPod/.

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===''The Smallwood Sessions'' podcast, "The Podcast of Oz", the Internet===
'''Now playing: "The Podcast of Oz" episode of ''The Smallwood Sessions'' podcast.''' To celebrate what would have been the 2020 edition of Chittenango's Oz-Stravaganza, this podcast about upstate New York celebrates Oz and creator L. Frank Baum's connections to the area. To listen, go to https://anchor.fm/josh-taylor87/episodes/Episode-22-The-Podcast-of-Oz-ef05f4.

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===''Down the Yellow Brick Pod'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Down the Yellow Brick Pod'' podcast.''' This podcast takes a deep dive into the Oz books, one chapter at a time, and looks at all that they encompass. Available on many podcast sources, including Google Podcasts, and through [https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS8xMTcyMTM4LnJzcw?hl=en this link].

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===''The Wonderful Recap of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''The Wonderful Recap of Oz'' podcast.''' This podcast recaps the Oz books, one per episode. Available Available on many podcast sources, including Google Podcasts, and through [https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy80ZjgyMWIyYy9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw== this link].

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===''No Place Like Home'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''No Place Like Home'' podcast.''' This podcast looks at the Ruby Slippers, how they were stolen in 2005 and found again in 2018, and all the background behind them, the production of The Movie, the life of Judy Garland, and more. Available on most podcasting sites. For more information, the show's website is at https://shows.cadence13.com/podcast/noplacelikehome.

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===''The Lost Princess of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''The Lost Princess of Oz'' podcast.''' A new, original Oz story for kids (of all ages), told in six parts, with songs, and presented by the Delaware Children's Theatre. Although based on Baum's writings, this is not the same story as his novel ''The Lost Princess of Oz''. For more information, or to subscribe, see the show's website at https://www.thelostprincessofozpodcast.com/.

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===''The Wizard of Oz: A Homegrown American Fairy Tale'' radio broadcast, BBC World Service===
'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz: A Homegrown American Fairy Tale'' radio documentary, BBC World Service and online streaming.''' This program looks at the origins and mythology of ''The Wizard of Oz'' and how it came about. It is currently available to listen or download online, anywhere in the world. Check the program's website at https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/w3ct1rl9 to listen to it online, or to download it.

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===To Oz? To Oz! online convention, the Internet===
'''To Oz? To Oz! online convention.''' With so many Oz events having to be cancelled this year because of the COVID-19 pandemic, a bunch of them got together to present some of their events to a worldwide, online audience for free. The live portions of the convention have now ended, but if you go to https://ozis.us/, you can see many prerecorded talks and events.

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===The OzConnection, YouTube===
'''The OzConnection, YouTube.''' OzCon International, the world's longest running ''Wizard of Oz'' convention, now has a YouTube channel at "The OzConnection", which features highlights of earlier cons and new material. The link is at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQU5pEFZZ6n_vXvRalgclSg.

The OzConnection has recently started two shows specifically for their channel. The first is a talk show called "OZ:Connect", which you can find in a playlist at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r-NAe0FKDXk&list=PLVNfENfXbx111GmnLLJFklUVGxPl1zUC-. The other new show is "Crypto-Oz-ology", short stories about all kinds of unusual happenings in Oz, which is in a playlist at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sCoSH97u4ts&list=PLVNfENfXbx11g0DhXikoqyP0dslwHeC1h.

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===Oz Talk, YouTube===
'''''Oz Talk'' panel talk show, YouTube.''' Join five Oz friends as they discuss any and all Oz subjects under the sun. New episodes will drop every two weeks on [https://www.youtube.com/c/TheOfficialOzClub/videos the Official Oz Club's YouTube Channel]. You can find the playlist for ''Oz Talk'' at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VNINbbefPS4&list=PL3OVMLWgINCRfgeWZR8GPJOp11rR73Ssc.

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===''Fifty Years of Oziana'' Readings, Youtube===
'''''Fifty Years of Oziana'' short story readings, YouTube.''' To celebrate fifty years of ''Oziana'', the International Wizard of Oz Club's annual literary magazine, Club members read stories from the last five decades. Many authors have even revisited their own stories. You can see the playlist of all stories [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hm6WXDLg9U8&list=PL3OVMLWgINCQ2a_CDuBggCt7kCYVaS4yD right here].

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===''Rainbow'' movie, Netflix===
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'''Now playing: ''Rainbow'', on Netflix worldwide.''' The first streaming service premieres this new movie, from director Paco León, that uses themes and imagery from ''The Wizard of Oz'' to explore the coming of age of Dora, a young Spanish woman who finds that everything she thought she knew about her life may be wrong. Available in an English dub, or with English subtitles.

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===The Wizard of Oz Experience, Around the World===
'''The Wizard of Oz Experience.''' The interactive outdoors event will be making making another set of appearances around the United States, Canada, and Australia in the spring of 2024. Take a look at https://questoapp.com/ for when it's coming to your town.

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===The Wicked Wizard Afternoon Tea, London, England, United Kingdom===
'''The Wicked Wizard Afternoon Tea, The Franklin Hotel, London, England, United Kingdom.''' Enjoy an Oz-themed tea, inspired by ''The Wizard of Oz'' and ''Wicked'', in the heart of London's Knightsbridge district. Tea is served from noon to 6:00, costs £49 (spirits are extra), and reservations must be made at least twenty-four hours in advance. For more information, including the menu, see [https://collezione.starhotels.com/en/our-hotels/the-franklin-london/restaurants-and-bars/wicked-wizard-at-the-franklin.html?_gl=1*1cfuckg*_up*MQ..*_gs*MQ..*_ga*MzU1MjIzMDI0LjE3NDE1NzY0NjA.*_ga_444Y1N2CEK*MTc0MTU3NjQ1OC4xLjEuMTc0MTU3NjU3NS4wLjAuMTkzNzQwNjk0Nw..*_ga_YXSDGTQ8NB*MTc0MTU3NjQ1OC4xLjEuMTc0MTU3NjU3NS4wLjAuNDIxNjUwMTc1&gclid=Cj0KCQiAlbW-BhCMARIsADnwasphX4BQH4lMNEKBognzeTmjcu96bA-ZlcDfhhU2ouaxc5CgyV41YLMaAjUfEALw_wcB the Franklin's website].

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===''Ruby Red Handed: Stealing America’s Most Famous Pair of Shoes'', Hulu===
'''Now playing: ''Ruby Red Handed: Stealing America’s Most Famous Pair of Shoes'', Hulu Streaming Service.''' This ABC News documentary delves into the 2005 theft of a pair of Ruby Slippers in Minnesota and the subsequent investigation and recovery. Take a look at https://www.hulu.com/series/4dd523b6-cfb6-4d4f-99c8-9febd2e4af68.

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===''The Wizard of Oz'', Las Vegas, Nevada===
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'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz'' at the Sphere, Las Vegas, Nevada.''' See the famous 1939 film version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in a whole new way. This is an immersive reimagining in 16K on a huge screen surrounding the audience. For more information and to buy tickets, go to https://www.thesphere.com/shows/wizard-of-oz-experience.

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===Candlelight: ''The Wizard of Oz'' concerts, around the world===
'''Candlelight: ''The Wizard of Oz'' concerts, around the world.''' In conjunction with Warner Bros., Candlelight is presenting songs from the famous movie version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in venues around the world amidst a sea of flickering candles. For more information or to locate a concert, see the website at https://candlelightexperience.com/wizard-of-oz-concerts/.

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===Bloomland in Oz, Burlington, Ontario, Canada===
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'''Now through April 6, 2026: Bloomland in Oz, Royal Botanical Gardens Canada, Burlington, Ontario, Canada.''' The Gardens' 2026 showcase features floral displays and artistic creations, all inspired by the novel ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz''. For more information or to purchase tickets, see the website at https://www.rbg.ca/things-to-do/by-season/special-events/winter-exhibit/. And here's a behind-the-scenes look:
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===Stories of Cinema: Identity exhibit, Los Angeles, California===
'''Now through January 10, 2027: Stories of Cinema: Identity exhibit, Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, Los Angeles, California.''' The Academy Museum has brought its pair of Ruby Slippers back for the public to view. This exhibit also includes costumes and design studies from such movies as ''Flower Drum Song'', ''Dreamgirls'', ''Moulin Rouge!'', ''Amadeus'', ''Ma Raimey's Black Bottom'', ''Barbie'', and ''Wicked''. For more information, see the museum's website at https://www.academymuseum.org/en/exhibitions/stories-of-cinema-identity.

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==April 2026==
===''Return to Oz'' 40th Anniversary Screening, San Francisco, California===
'''April 9, 2026: ''Return to Oz'' 40th Anniversary Screening, The Castro Theatre, San Francisco, California.''' The legendary San Francisco theater is opening again after renavations, and part of the program will be a rare theatrical screening of the 1985 Disney movie ''Return to Oz'' to celebrate it's fortieth anniversary (maybe a few months late). The special guest is director Walter Murch, who will discuss the film and answer questions afterwards. For more details, see the show's website at https://thecastro.com/events/movies-for-maniacs-260409/

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===Garmin Marathon in the Land of Oz, Olathe, Kansas===
'''April 26, 2026: Garmin Marathon in the Land of Oz, Olathe, Kansas.''' If you're going to have a 26.2-mile run in Kansas, you may as well give it an Oz theme! For more information and to register, see the race's website at http://ozrun.org/.

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==May 2026==
===''The Wizard of Oz'' play, Kansas City, Missouri===
'''May 5-24, 2026: ''The Wizard of Oz'' play, Kansas City Repertory Theatre, Kansas City, Missouri.''' The company presents the Royal Shakespeare Company's adaptation of the famous musical version of the story, based on the famous movie. For more details or to purchase tickets, see https://kcrep.org/event/the-wizard-of-oz/.

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===Yellow Brick Road Festival, Sedan, Kansas===
'''May 22-23, 2026: Yellow Brick Road Festival, Sedan, Kansas.''' This town in Kansas celebrates ''The Wizard of Oz'' every year. For details, see http://www.lasr.net/travel/city.php?Sedan&Kansas&Yellow+Brick+Road+Festival&City_ID=KS0604019&Event_ID=KS0604019e002&VE=Y or call 620-725-4033.

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===''It's Dorothy'' documentary, Port Jefferson, New York===
'''May 31, 2026: ''It's Dorothy'' documentary, Theatre Three, Port Jefferson, New York.''' Theatre Three and the Por Jefferson Arts Council present a screening of this documentary about the heroine of ''The Wizard of Oz'' and the actresses who have played her. The show starts at 7:30, and tickets are $10. For more information, see the theatre's website at https://theatrethree.com/special_events/dorothy/.

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==June 2026==
===Oz-Stravaganza, Chittenango, New York===
'''June 5-7, 2026: Oz-Stravaganza, Chittenango, New York.''' This village in upstate New York honors its native son, L. Frank Baum, with an annual festival honoring his creation, the Land of Oz. For more information, see the event's website at http://www.oz-stravaganza.com/.

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==August 2026==
===Oz Festival Illinois, Mapleton, Illinois===
'''August (exact date to be announced), 2025: Oz Fest Illinois, Butler Haynes Park, Mapleton, Illinois.'''. For more information, see the event's website at https://www.hollispark.org/oz-fest, or the Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/OzFestIllinois/.

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==September 2026==
===Autumn at Oz Party, Banner Elk, North Carolina===
'''September (exact dates to be announced), 2026: Autumn at Oz Party, Beech Mountain, Banner Elk, North Carolina.''' The Wizard of Oz Park on the mountain may no longer be in regular operation, but it's still there, and Oz and park fans get together once a year for a party. Hurricane Hélène paused the event for 2025, but there's hope for a return in 2026. For more information, check out https://landofoznc.com/.

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===OzFest, Liberal, Kansas===
'''September (exact date to be announced), 2026: OzFest, Liberal, Kansas.''' The home town of the Dorothy's House attraction hosts its annual tribute to Dorothy and Oz. For more information, see [https://www.lasr.net/travel/city.php?Ozfest&TravelTo=KS1019015&VE=Y&Event_ID=KS1019015e002 the city's events page] and [http://visitliberal.com/ the city's website] (and be sure to call 1-800-LIBERAL to confirm event and dates).

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==October 2026==
===Oztoberfest, Wamego, Kansas===
'''October (exact date to be announced), 2026: Oztoberfest, Wamego, Kansas.''' The town not only has an Oz museum, they put on an annual Oz festival. Authors and other special guests will attend, and there's also admission to the museum. For more details, call the Oz museum at 1-866-458-TOTO, or see the event's website at http://oztoberfest.com/.

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==November 2026==
===TeslaCon, Middleton, Wisconsin===
'''November 12-15, 2026: TeslaCon, Marriott of Middleton, Middleton, Wisconsin.''' The country's largest steampunk convention celebrates its sixteenth edition, and this year the theme is Oz. For more information, see the convention's website at https://teslacon.com/.

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==Holiday Season 2026-27==
===''The Wizard of Oz'', holiday cablecasts===
'''''The Wizard of Oz'' holiday cablecasts, TBS and TNT.''' The stations' annual holiday season showings of the famous film version are, generally speaking, around Thanksgiving on TBS and Christmas on TNT. Check your local provider for exact times and channels on your system. Keep checking back for updates.

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===''The Wiz'' holiday telecasts===
'''''The Wiz'' holiday telecasts.''' Channels have holiday time airings of the 1978 film adaptation of ''The Wiz'', starring Diana Ross as Dorothy, Michael Jackson as the Scarecrow, Lena Horne as Glinda, and Richard Pryor as the Wiz. Keep checking back for updates.

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===''If I Only Had Christmas'' television movie, The Hallmark Channel===
'''''If I Only Had Christmas'' television movie, The Hallmark Channel.''' A Hallmark Christmas romance movie, first shown in 2020 and based (extremely loosely) on ''The Wizard of Oz''! Candace Cameron Bure stars as Darcy Gale, a publicist who teams up with Huck, a cynical business owner played by Neil Webb, to help out a charity in need. It airs many times at Christmas, and occasionally at other times throughout the year (check your local television provider for exact time and channel on your system). For more details and a sneak peek behind the scenes, take a look at [https://www.etonline.com/candace-cameron-bure-stars-in-hallmark-channels-if-i-only-had-christmas-first-look-exclusive-154864 the news report on the ''Entertainment Tonight'' website]. And [https://celebratingthesoaps.com/hallmark/hallmark-channel-news-wizard-of-oz-reimagined-candace-cameron-bure-in-if-i-only-had-christmas/ here's another report with another preview]. Finally, [https://www.hallmarkchannel.com/if-i-only-had-christmas here's the movie's page on the channel's website].

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==January 2027==
===Волшебник Изумрудного города, часть II, theaters throughout Russia===
'''January 1, 2027: ''Волшебник Изумрудного города, часть II'', theaters throughout Russia.''' The epic cinematic adaptation of Aleksandr Volkov's version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' comes to Russian theaters. Elli, Totoshka, Strasheela, the Iron Woodman, and the Cowardly Lion have reached the Emerald City. But will they meet the Wizard? What price will he ask from them to grant their wishes? Here's the teaser trailer:
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==June 2027==
===Judy Garland Festival, Grand Rapids, Minnesota===
'''June (exact dates to be announced), 2027: Judy Garland Festival, Judy Garland Museum and environs, Grand Rapids, Minnesota.''' Judy Garland's home town celebrates her in this annual festival (returning after taking 2026 off), with events all over town spread out over several days. For more information, keep an eye on the event's website at https://judygarlandmuseum.com/judy-garland-museum-events/.

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==To Be Determined==
===Wizard of Oz Days, Macon, Missouri===
'''Exact date to be announced: Wizard of Oz Days, Hannibal, Missouri.''' For complete details, see the event's Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/WizardofOzDays.

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OzWiki:Current events

2026-03-30T03:37:46Z

Ericgjovaag: /* The Wizard of Oz on Ice on tour */

Other Oz events can also be found on [https://www.ozclub.org/calendar/ the International Wizard of Oz Club's online calendar].

Please note that, since I live in the United States and most Oz events take place in the United States, I will identify most event locations by city and state only. Any events taking place in other countries will include the name of the country as well.

==Going on now==
===''Wicked'' play, around the world===
'''Now playing: ''Wicked''.''' This is the award-winning musical based on Gregory Maguire's novel ''Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West''. The book is by Winnie Holzman, the music by Stephen Schwartz, and the show is directed by Joe Mantello. It has done so well, it has spawned the following productions:

* [http://www.gershwintheatre.com/ Gershwin Theater], Broadway, New York City, New York. Tickets may be purchased online at [http://www.ticketmaster.com/venue/24579 ticketmaster.com]. For more details, go to [http://wickedthemusical.com/ wickedthemusical.com]. For a "Behind the Emerald Curtain" tour on Saturday mornings, go to https://wickedthemusical.com/behind-the-emerald-curtain#scrolldown for details.

* The Apollo Victoria Theatre, The West End, London, England, United Kingdom. For more information, including booking tickets, see http://www.wickedthemusical.co.uk/.

* ''Wicked'' is also touring the United States and Canada. For more information and updates about the tour, see https://wickedthemusical.com/tickets/#tour. Here's the current schedule (locations and dates are subject to change):
** Now through April 5, 2026: [https://www.broadwayincolumbia.com/upcoming-shows/ Koger Center for the Arts], Columbia, South Carolina
** April 8-19, 2026: [https://www.celebrityattractions.com/shows/10200/WICKED/Little-Rock/2026 Robinson Center], Little Rock, Arkansas
** April 22-May 3, 2026: Juanita K. Hammons Hall, Springfield, Missouri
** May 6-June 14, 2026: [https://dallas.broadway.com/shows/wicked/ Music Hall at Fair Park], Dallas, Texas
** June 17-July 5, 2026: [https://ticketomaha.com/Productions/wicked Orpheum Theater], Omaha, Nebraska
** July 8-August 9, 2026: [https://hennepinarts.org/events/wicked Orpheum Theatre], Minneapolis, Minnesota
** August 12-30, 2026: [https://kansascity.broadway.com/shows/wicked/ Music Hall], Kansas City, Missouri
** September 2-20, 2026: [https://www.desmoinesperformingarts.org/whats-on/events/2025-26/broadway/wicked Des Moines Civic Center], Des Moines, Iowa

* A non-reproduction staging is now running at the Teatr Muzyczny ROMA in Warsaw, Poland. For more information, see https://www.teatrroma.pl/spektakl/wicked/.

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===''The Wiz'' play, national tour===
'''''The Wiz'' play, national tour.''' After its Broadway run, this new staging of the Tony-winning musical adaptation of ''The Wizard of Oz'' heads out on a North American tour. The following dates have been announced:

* April 21-26, 2026: [https://www.altriatheater.com/events/detail/the-wiz-2025 Altria Center], Richmond, Virginia
* May 5-10, 2026: [https://www.celebrityattractions.com/shows/10194/THE-WIZ/Tulsa/2026 Tulsa Performing Arts Center], Tulsa, Oklahoma
* May 12-17, 2026: [https://austin.broadway.com/shows/the-wiz/ Bass Concert Hall], Austin, Texas
* May 19-24, 2026: [https://www.okcbroadway.com/wiz Civic Center Music Hall], Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
* May 26-31, 2026: [https://americantheatreguild.com/toledo/shows/the-wiz/ Stranahan Theater], Toledo, Ohio

More dates and cities will be coming. For more information, see the show's website at https://wizmusical.com/.

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===''The Wizard of Oz on Ice'' on tour===
'''Now on Tour: ''The Wizard of Oz on Ice''.''' The new, reimagined version of the 1990s ice show returns for another season. The company has announced the following tour dates:
* March 30, 2026: [https://higleycenter.org/ Higley Center for the Performing Arts], Gilbert, Arizona
* April 10, 2026: [https://www.sunsetcenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Sunset Cultural Center], Carmel-by-the-Sea, California
* April 11, 2026: [https://www.lpac.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Lancaster Performing Arts Center], Lancaster, California
* April 12, 2026: [https://livermorearts.org/ Livermore Valley Performing Arts Center], Livermore, California
* April 15, 2026: [https://craterian.org/event/the-wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Craterian Theater], Medford, Oregon
* April 16, 2026: [https://columbiatheatre.com/new-events/wizard-of-oz-on-ice Columbia Theatre], Longview, Washington
* April 17, 2026: [https://www.washingtoncenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice-4-17-2026/ Washington Center for the Performing Arts], Olympia, Washington
* April 19, 2026: [https://buttearts.org/ Mother Lode Theatre], Butte, Montana
* April 30, 2026: [https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/41568594/wizard-of-oz-on-ice-pembroke-givens-performing-arts-center?_gl=1*17vkium*_ga*MTg1OTc1NzAyOS4xNzU3MTE1MzQz*_ga_LQFXLBGNDL*czE3NTcxMTUzNDMkbzEkZzEkdDE3NTcxMTUzNzMkajMwJGwwJGgw Givens Performing Arts Center], Pembroke, North Carolina

For more information about the show, see the website at https://wizardofozonice.com/.

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===''Ozmafia'' anime series, on the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Ozmafia'' anime series, crunchyroll.com.''' In this Japanese anime series (based on the video game of the same name), Scarlet is a new transfer student at Oz Academy. He doesn't get off to a good start, but the teachers seem nice enough. But what strange secrets are hiding at Oz Academy, and why are they at war with the other academies? Episodes (in Japanese, with English subtitles) are available to view online at http://www.crunchyroll.com/ozmafia for free.

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===''The Wizard of Oz'' and ''The Wiz'', throughout the United Kingdom===
'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz'', throughout the United Kingdom.''' Oz is a popular show to perform in the United Kingdom, and there always seems to be a show going on somewhere. For a complete listing of all upcoming productions of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in the United Kingdom, see the listings at [http://www.list.co.uk/events/theatre/what:The%20Wizard%20of%20Oz/sort:date/show:100/ ''The List''], naturally. They also have listings for performances of [http://www.list.co.uk/events/theatre/what:The%20Wiz/sort:date/show:100/ ''The Wiz''].

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===''Emerald City'' television series, NBC.com===
'''''Emerald City'' television series, NBC.com''' The latest Oz TV project has gone through its broadcast run on NBC. But the show's website is still up at http://www.nbc.com/emerald-city. You can still watch episodes online at http://www.nbc.com/emerald-city/episodes, and the show is also streaming on Peacock.

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===''Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz'', Internet Streaming and Cablecast===
'''Now playing: ''Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz'' cartoon series, Internet Streaming.''' This is the latest Oz cartoon series, based (very loosely) on the famous 1939 film version. Dorothy is now a princess of Oz and living in the Emerald City with Queen Ozma. But she's still having adventures! For more information, see the show's website at https://watch.boomerang.com/shows/dorothy-franchise/series/dorothy-series/volume-1. Or, if you have the Boomerang or Cartoon Network cable channels, episodes are now being shown in territories around the world, outside the United States, also have the show, so check your local version of the Cartoon Network, Boomerang, or Max channels or websites.

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===''Lost in Oz'' series, Internet streaming===
'''Now playing: ''Lost in Oz'', Amazon Video streaming.''' This animated series from Amazon tells the story of Dorothy, a modern-day girl, and her dog Toto, who are whisked to Oz when Dorothy opens one of her mother's old journals. To get home, she must find the elements of magic and help restore magic to Oz. Fortunately she has made friends with Ojo the Munchkin and West, a trainee witch, to help her out. To get started, see Amazon's ''Lost in Oz'' website at https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00Z89MYTI! And in November of 2022, [https://www.youtube.com/embed/h4fc1XvdBrk this short was dropped] with news of what's to come.

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===''Dee & Friends in Oz'', Netflix worldwide===
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'''Now playing: ''Dee & Friends in Oz'', Netflix worldwide.''' The streaming service has announced their new shows for 2024, including ''Dee & Friends in Oz'', an animated musical series aimed at preschoolers. Dee is a young girl who discovers a key to the magical land of Oz, where she makes friends and has has adventures where she saves the day. Want a sneak peek? [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oPAZCfmc0mQ&ab_channel=NetflixJr. Here's the first episode!]

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===''Chronicles of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now streaming: The ''Chronicles of Oz'' podcast.''' This audio adaptation of the first three Oz books, each in six episodes, presents ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', ''The Marvellous Land of Oz'', and ''Ozma of Oz'', plus a special episode adapting ''The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus''. Produced by Crossover Adventure Productions out of Australia. All episodes, along with trailers and other materials, can be downloaded at http://chroniclesofoz.com/.

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===''The Royal Podcast of Oz'', the Internet===
'''Now streaming: ''The Royal Podcast of Oz'', podbean.com and other podcasting sites.''' Now running for over a decade, this podcast is devoted to all things Oz, with interviews, reviews, news, and other items of interest to Oz fans of all types. You can listen to or download all editions at https://anchor.fm/the-royal-podcast-of-oz/, or look for it on your favorite podcast site.

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===''Wait Wait…Don't Tell Me'', National Public Radio===
'''Now streaming: ''Wait Wait…Don't Tell Me'' edition of May 11, 2019, npr.org.''' The popular current events quiz show recorded this episode in St. Louis, and got one of the city's most celebrated residents to play "Not My Job". Former Cardinals shortstop and Hall of Fame inductee Ozzie Smith was nicknamed "The Wizard of Oz" in his playing days, so naturally, he gets to answer questions about ''The Wizard of Oz''! You can listen to the entire episode [https://www.npr.org/programs/wait-wait-dont-tell-me/722132214/wait-wait-for-may-11-2019-with-not-my-job-guest-ozzie-smith?showDate=2019-05-11 here], or just Smith's segment [https://www.npr.org/2019/05/11/721853591/not-my-job-we-quiz-baseball-great-ozzie-smith-on-the-wizard-of-oz here].

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===''Hit the Bricks!'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Hit the Bricks!'' podcast, the Internet.''' One hundred years after the events of ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', the Gale farm is abandoned, and a new generation is off to have adventures in Oz. The first act has now dropped, with further episodes to come. For more information, see the show's website at https://hitthebricks.com/, and its Twitter feed at https://twitter.com/HitTheBricksPod/.

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===''The Smallwood Sessions'' podcast, "The Podcast of Oz", the Internet===
'''Now playing: "The Podcast of Oz" episode of ''The Smallwood Sessions'' podcast.''' To celebrate what would have been the 2020 edition of Chittenango's Oz-Stravaganza, this podcast about upstate New York celebrates Oz and creator L. Frank Baum's connections to the area. To listen, go to https://anchor.fm/josh-taylor87/episodes/Episode-22-The-Podcast-of-Oz-ef05f4.

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===''Down the Yellow Brick Pod'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Down the Yellow Brick Pod'' podcast.''' This podcast takes a deep dive into the Oz books, one chapter at a time, and looks at all that they encompass. Available on many podcast sources, including Google Podcasts, and through [https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS8xMTcyMTM4LnJzcw?hl=en this link].

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===''The Wonderful Recap of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''The Wonderful Recap of Oz'' podcast.''' This podcast recaps the Oz books, one per episode. Available Available on many podcast sources, including Google Podcasts, and through [https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy80ZjgyMWIyYy9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw== this link].

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===''No Place Like Home'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''No Place Like Home'' podcast.''' This podcast looks at the Ruby Slippers, how they were stolen in 2005 and found again in 2018, and all the background behind them, the production of The Movie, the life of Judy Garland, and more. Available on most podcasting sites. For more information, the show's website is at https://shows.cadence13.com/podcast/noplacelikehome.

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===''The Lost Princess of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''The Lost Princess of Oz'' podcast.''' A new, original Oz story for kids (of all ages), told in six parts, with songs, and presented by the Delaware Children's Theatre. Although based on Baum's writings, this is not the same story as his novel ''The Lost Princess of Oz''. For more information, or to subscribe, see the show's website at https://www.thelostprincessofozpodcast.com/.

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===''The Wizard of Oz: A Homegrown American Fairy Tale'' radio broadcast, BBC World Service===
'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz: A Homegrown American Fairy Tale'' radio documentary, BBC World Service and online streaming.''' This program looks at the origins and mythology of ''The Wizard of Oz'' and how it came about. It is currently available to listen or download online, anywhere in the world. Check the program's website at https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/w3ct1rl9 to listen to it online, or to download it.

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===To Oz? To Oz! online convention, the Internet===
'''To Oz? To Oz! online convention.''' With so many Oz events having to be cancelled this year because of the COVID-19 pandemic, a bunch of them got together to present some of their events to a worldwide, online audience for free. The live portions of the convention have now ended, but if you go to https://ozis.us/, you can see many prerecorded talks and events.

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===The OzConnection, YouTube===
'''The OzConnection, YouTube.''' OzCon International, the world's longest running ''Wizard of Oz'' convention, now has a YouTube channel at "The OzConnection", which features highlights of earlier cons and new material. The link is at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQU5pEFZZ6n_vXvRalgclSg.

The OzConnection has recently started two shows specifically for their channel. The first is a talk show called "OZ:Connect", which you can find in a playlist at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r-NAe0FKDXk&list=PLVNfENfXbx111GmnLLJFklUVGxPl1zUC-. The other new show is "Crypto-Oz-ology", short stories about all kinds of unusual happenings in Oz, which is in a playlist at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sCoSH97u4ts&list=PLVNfENfXbx11g0DhXikoqyP0dslwHeC1h.

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===Oz Talk, YouTube===
'''''Oz Talk'' panel talk show, YouTube.''' Join five Oz friends as they discuss any and all Oz subjects under the sun. New episodes will drop every two weeks on [https://www.youtube.com/c/TheOfficialOzClub/videos the Official Oz Club's YouTube Channel]. You can find the playlist for ''Oz Talk'' at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VNINbbefPS4&list=PL3OVMLWgINCRfgeWZR8GPJOp11rR73Ssc.

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===''Fifty Years of Oziana'' Readings, Youtube===
'''''Fifty Years of Oziana'' short story readings, YouTube.''' To celebrate fifty years of ''Oziana'', the International Wizard of Oz Club's annual literary magazine, Club members read stories from the last five decades. Many authors have even revisited their own stories. You can see the playlist of all stories [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hm6WXDLg9U8&list=PL3OVMLWgINCQ2a_CDuBggCt7kCYVaS4yD right here].

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===''Rainbow'' movie, Netflix===
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'''Now playing: ''Rainbow'', on Netflix worldwide.''' The first streaming service premieres this new movie, from director Paco León, that uses themes and imagery from ''The Wizard of Oz'' to explore the coming of age of Dora, a young Spanish woman who finds that everything she thought she knew about her life may be wrong. Available in an English dub, or with English subtitles.

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===The Wizard of Oz Experience, Around the World===
'''The Wizard of Oz Experience.''' The interactive outdoors event will be making making another set of appearances around the United States, Canada, and Australia in the spring of 2024. Take a look at https://questoapp.com/ for when it's coming to your town.

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===The Wicked Wizard Afternoon Tea, London, England, United Kingdom===
'''The Wicked Wizard Afternoon Tea, The Franklin Hotel, London, England, United Kingdom.''' Enjoy an Oz-themed tea, inspired by ''The Wizard of Oz'' and ''Wicked'', in the heart of London's Knightsbridge district. Tea is served from noon to 6:00, costs £49 (spirits are extra), and reservations must be made at least twenty-four hours in advance. For more information, including the menu, see [https://collezione.starhotels.com/en/our-hotels/the-franklin-london/restaurants-and-bars/wicked-wizard-at-the-franklin.html?_gl=1*1cfuckg*_up*MQ..*_gs*MQ..*_ga*MzU1MjIzMDI0LjE3NDE1NzY0NjA.*_ga_444Y1N2CEK*MTc0MTU3NjQ1OC4xLjEuMTc0MTU3NjU3NS4wLjAuMTkzNzQwNjk0Nw..*_ga_YXSDGTQ8NB*MTc0MTU3NjQ1OC4xLjEuMTc0MTU3NjU3NS4wLjAuNDIxNjUwMTc1&gclid=Cj0KCQiAlbW-BhCMARIsADnwasphX4BQH4lMNEKBognzeTmjcu96bA-ZlcDfhhU2ouaxc5CgyV41YLMaAjUfEALw_wcB the Franklin's website].

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===''Ruby Red Handed: Stealing America’s Most Famous Pair of Shoes'', Hulu===
'''Now playing: ''Ruby Red Handed: Stealing America’s Most Famous Pair of Shoes'', Hulu Streaming Service.''' This ABC News documentary delves into the 2005 theft of a pair of Ruby Slippers in Minnesota and the subsequent investigation and recovery. Take a look at https://www.hulu.com/series/4dd523b6-cfb6-4d4f-99c8-9febd2e4af68.

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===''The Wizard of Oz'', Las Vegas, Nevada===
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'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz'' at the Sphere, Las Vegas, Nevada.''' See the famous 1939 film version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in a whole new way. This is an immersive reimagining in 16K on a huge screen surrounding the audience. For more information and to buy tickets, go to https://www.thesphere.com/shows/wizard-of-oz-experience.

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===Candlelight: ''The Wizard of Oz'' concerts, around the world===
'''Candlelight: ''The Wizard of Oz'' concerts, around the world.''' In conjunction with Warner Bros., Candlelight is presenting songs from the famous movie version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in venues around the world amidst a sea of flickering candles. For more information or to locate a concert, see the website at https://candlelightexperience.com/wizard-of-oz-concerts/.

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===Bloomland in Oz, Burlington, Ontario, Canada===
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'''Now through April 6, 2026: Bloomland in Oz, Royal Botanical Gardens Canada, Burlington, Ontario, Canada.''' The Gardens' 2026 showcase features floral displays and artistic creations, all inspired by the novel ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz''. For more information or to purchase tickets, see the website at https://www.rbg.ca/things-to-do/by-season/special-events/winter-exhibit/. And here's a behind-the-scenes look:
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===Stories of Cinema: Identity exhibit, Los Angeles, California===
'''Now through January 10, 2027: Stories of Cinema: Identity exhibit, Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, Los Angeles, California.''' The Academy Museum has brought its pair of Ruby Slippers back for the public to view. This exhibit also includes costumes and design studies from such movies as ''Flower Drum Song'', ''Dreamgirls'', ''Moulin Rouge!'', ''Amadeus'', ''Ma Raimey's Black Bottom'', ''Barbie'', and ''Wicked''. For more information, see the museum's website at https://www.academymuseum.org/en/exhibitions/stories-of-cinema-identity.

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==April 2026==
===''Return to Oz'' 40th Anniversary Screening, San Francisco, California===
'''April 9, 2026: ''Return to Oz'' 40th Anniversary Screening, The Castro Theatre, San Francisco, California.''' The legendary San Francisco theater is opening again after renavations, and part of the program will be a rare theatrical screening of the 1985 Disney movie ''Return to Oz'' to celebrate it's fortieth anniversary (maybe a few months late). The special guest is director Walter Murch, who will discuss the film and answer questions afterwards. For more details, see the show's website at https://thecastro.com/events/movies-for-maniacs-260409/

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===Garmin Marathon in the Land of Oz, Olathe, Kansas===
'''April 26, 2026: Garmin Marathon in the Land of Oz, Olathe, Kansas.''' If you're going to have a 26.2-mile run in Kansas, you may as well give it an Oz theme! For more information and to register, see the race's website at http://ozrun.org/.

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==May 2026==
===''The Wizard of Oz'' play, Kansas City, Missouri===
'''May 5-24, 2026: ''The Wizard of Oz'' play, Kansas City Repertory Theatre, Kansas City, Missouri.''' The company presents the Royal Shakespeare Company's adaptation of the famous musical version of the story, based on the famous movie. For more details or to purchase tickets, see https://kcrep.org/event/the-wizard-of-oz/.

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===Yellow Brick Road Festival, Sedan, Kansas===
'''May 22-23, 2026: Yellow Brick Road Festival, Sedan, Kansas.''' This town in Kansas celebrates ''The Wizard of Oz'' every year. For details, see http://www.lasr.net/travel/city.php?Sedan&Kansas&Yellow+Brick+Road+Festival&City_ID=KS0604019&Event_ID=KS0604019e002&VE=Y or call 620-725-4033.

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===''It's Dorothy'' documentary, Port Jefferson, New York===
'''May 31, 2026: ''It's Dorothy'' documentary, Theatre Three, Port Jefferson, New York.''' Theatre Three and the Por Jefferson Arts Council present a screening of this documentary about the heroine of ''The Wizard of Oz'' and the actresses who have played her. The show starts at 7:30, and tickets are $10. For more information, see the theatre's website at https://theatrethree.com/special_events/dorothy/.

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==June 2026==
===Oz-Stravaganza, Chittenango, New York===
'''June 5-7, 2026: Oz-Stravaganza, Chittenango, New York.''' This village in upstate New York honors its native son, L. Frank Baum, with an annual festival honoring his creation, the Land of Oz. For more information, see the event's website at http://www.oz-stravaganza.com/.

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==August 2026==
===Oz Festival Illinois, Mapleton, Illinois===
'''August (exact date to be announced), 2025: Oz Fest Illinois, Butler Haynes Park, Mapleton, Illinois.'''. For more information, see the event's website at https://www.hollispark.org/oz-fest, or the Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/OzFestIllinois/.

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==September 2026==
===Autumn at Oz Party, Banner Elk, North Carolina===
'''September (exact dates to be announced), 2026: Autumn at Oz Party, Beech Mountain, Banner Elk, North Carolina.''' The Wizard of Oz Park on the mountain may no longer be in regular operation, but it's still there, and Oz and park fans get together once a year for a party. Hurricane Hélène paused the event for 2025, but there's hope for a return in 2026. For more information, check out https://landofoznc.com/.

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===OzFest, Liberal, Kansas===
'''September (exact date to be announced), 2026: OzFest, Liberal, Kansas.''' The home town of the Dorothy's House attraction hosts its annual tribute to Dorothy and Oz. For more information, see [https://www.lasr.net/travel/city.php?Ozfest&TravelTo=KS1019015&VE=Y&Event_ID=KS1019015e002 the city's events page] and [http://visitliberal.com/ the city's website] (and be sure to call 1-800-LIBERAL to confirm event and dates).

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==October 2026==
===Oztoberfest, Wamego, Kansas===
'''October (exact date to be announced), 2026: Oztoberfest, Wamego, Kansas.''' The town not only has an Oz museum, they put on an annual Oz festival. Authors and other special guests will attend, and there's also admission to the museum. For more details, call the Oz museum at 1-866-458-TOTO, or see the event's website at http://oztoberfest.com/.

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==November 2026==
===TeslaCon, Middleton, Wisconsin===
'''November 12-15, 2026: TeslaCon, Marriott of Middleton, Middleton, Wisconsin.''' The country's largest steampunk convention celebrates its sixteenth edition, and this year the theme is Oz. For more information, see the convention's website at https://teslacon.com/.

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==Holiday Season 2026-27==
===''The Wizard of Oz'', holiday cablecasts===
'''''The Wizard of Oz'' holiday cablecasts, TBS and TNT.''' The stations' annual holiday season showings of the famous film version are, generally speaking, around Thanksgiving on TBS and Christmas on TNT. Check your local provider for exact times and channels on your system. Keep checking back for updates.

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===''The Wiz'' holiday telecasts===
'''''The Wiz'' holiday telecasts.''' Channels have holiday time airings of the 1978 film adaptation of ''The Wiz'', starring Diana Ross as Dorothy, Michael Jackson as the Scarecrow, Lena Horne as Glinda, and Richard Pryor as the Wiz. Keep checking back for updates.

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===''If I Only Had Christmas'' television movie, The Hallmark Channel===
'''''If I Only Had Christmas'' television movie, The Hallmark Channel.''' A Hallmark Christmas romance movie, first shown in 2020 and based (extremely loosely) on ''The Wizard of Oz''! Candace Cameron Bure stars as Darcy Gale, a publicist who teams up with Huck, a cynical business owner played by Neil Webb, to help out a charity in need. It airs many times at Christmas, and occasionally at other times throughout the year (check your local television provider for exact time and channel on your system). For more details and a sneak peek behind the scenes, take a look at [https://www.etonline.com/candace-cameron-bure-stars-in-hallmark-channels-if-i-only-had-christmas-first-look-exclusive-154864 the news report on the ''Entertainment Tonight'' website]. And [https://celebratingthesoaps.com/hallmark/hallmark-channel-news-wizard-of-oz-reimagined-candace-cameron-bure-in-if-i-only-had-christmas/ here's another report with another preview]. Finally, [https://www.hallmarkchannel.com/if-i-only-had-christmas here's the movie's page on the channel's website].

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==January 2027==
===Волшебник Изумрудного города, часть II, theaters throughout Russia===
'''January 1, 2027: ''Волшебник Изумрудного города, часть II'', theaters throughout Russia.''' The epic cinematic adaptation of Aleksandr Volkov's version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' comes to Russian theaters. Elli, Totoshka, Strasheela, the Iron Woodman, and the Cowardly Lion have reached the Emerald City. But will they meet the Wizard? What price will he ask from them to grant their wishes? Here's the teaser trailer:
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==June 2027==
===Judy Garland Festival, Grand Rapids, Minnesota===
'''June (exact dates to be announced), 2027: Judy Garland Festival, Judy Garland Museum and environs, Grand Rapids, Minnesota.''' Judy Garland's home town celebrates her in this annual festival (returning after taking 2026 off), with events all over town spread out over several days. For more information, keep an eye on the event's website at https://judygarlandmuseum.com/judy-garland-museum-events/.

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==To Be Determined==
===Wizard of Oz Days, Macon, Missouri===
'''Exact date to be announced: Wizard of Oz Days, Hannibal, Missouri.''' For complete details, see the event's Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/WizardofOzDays.

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OzWiki:Current events

2026-03-30T03:37:22Z

Ericgjovaag: /* The Wizard of Oz on Ice on tour */

Other Oz events can also be found on [https://www.ozclub.org/calendar/ the International Wizard of Oz Club's online calendar].

Please note that, since I live in the United States and most Oz events take place in the United States, I will identify most event locations by city and state only. Any events taking place in other countries will include the name of the country as well.

==Going on now==
===''Wicked'' play, around the world===
'''Now playing: ''Wicked''.''' This is the award-winning musical based on Gregory Maguire's novel ''Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West''. The book is by Winnie Holzman, the music by Stephen Schwartz, and the show is directed by Joe Mantello. It has done so well, it has spawned the following productions:

* [http://www.gershwintheatre.com/ Gershwin Theater], Broadway, New York City, New York. Tickets may be purchased online at [http://www.ticketmaster.com/venue/24579 ticketmaster.com]. For more details, go to [http://wickedthemusical.com/ wickedthemusical.com]. For a "Behind the Emerald Curtain" tour on Saturday mornings, go to https://wickedthemusical.com/behind-the-emerald-curtain#scrolldown for details.

* The Apollo Victoria Theatre, The West End, London, England, United Kingdom. For more information, including booking tickets, see http://www.wickedthemusical.co.uk/.

* ''Wicked'' is also touring the United States and Canada. For more information and updates about the tour, see https://wickedthemusical.com/tickets/#tour. Here's the current schedule (locations and dates are subject to change):
** Now through April 5, 2026: [https://www.broadwayincolumbia.com/upcoming-shows/ Koger Center for the Arts], Columbia, South Carolina
** April 8-19, 2026: [https://www.celebrityattractions.com/shows/10200/WICKED/Little-Rock/2026 Robinson Center], Little Rock, Arkansas
** April 22-May 3, 2026: Juanita K. Hammons Hall, Springfield, Missouri
** May 6-June 14, 2026: [https://dallas.broadway.com/shows/wicked/ Music Hall at Fair Park], Dallas, Texas
** June 17-July 5, 2026: [https://ticketomaha.com/Productions/wicked Orpheum Theater], Omaha, Nebraska
** July 8-August 9, 2026: [https://hennepinarts.org/events/wicked Orpheum Theatre], Minneapolis, Minnesota
** August 12-30, 2026: [https://kansascity.broadway.com/shows/wicked/ Music Hall], Kansas City, Missouri
** September 2-20, 2026: [https://www.desmoinesperformingarts.org/whats-on/events/2025-26/broadway/wicked Des Moines Civic Center], Des Moines, Iowa

* A non-reproduction staging is now running at the Teatr Muzyczny ROMA in Warsaw, Poland. For more information, see https://www.teatrroma.pl/spektakl/wicked/.

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===''The Wiz'' play, national tour===
'''''The Wiz'' play, national tour.''' After its Broadway run, this new staging of the Tony-winning musical adaptation of ''The Wizard of Oz'' heads out on a North American tour. The following dates have been announced:

* April 21-26, 2026: [https://www.altriatheater.com/events/detail/the-wiz-2025 Altria Center], Richmond, Virginia
* May 5-10, 2026: [https://www.celebrityattractions.com/shows/10194/THE-WIZ/Tulsa/2026 Tulsa Performing Arts Center], Tulsa, Oklahoma
* May 12-17, 2026: [https://austin.broadway.com/shows/the-wiz/ Bass Concert Hall], Austin, Texas
* May 19-24, 2026: [https://www.okcbroadway.com/wiz Civic Center Music Hall], Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
* May 26-31, 2026: [https://americantheatreguild.com/toledo/shows/the-wiz/ Stranahan Theater], Toledo, Ohio

More dates and cities will be coming. For more information, see the show's website at https://wizmusical.com/.

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===''The Wizard of Oz on Ice'' on tour===
'''Now on Tour: ''The Wizard of Oz on Ice''.''' The new, reimagined version of the 1990s ice show returns for another season. The company has announced the following tour dates:
* March 27, 2026: [https://www.moonlightstage.com/shows-tickets Moonlight Amphitheatre], Vista, California
* March 28, 2026: [https://www.ycpac.com/Online/default.asp?BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Avenue_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Acity_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Amonth_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Aobject_type_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Acategory_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_from=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_to=&doWork%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3Asearch=1&BOparam%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3Asearch%3A%3Aarticle_search_id=EE8716B4-0827-4B0D-9ACB-038A148DF966&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_criteria=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_from=2026-3-28&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_to=2026-3-28 Jim and Linda Lee Performing Arts Center], Prescott, Arizona
* March 30, 2026: [https://higleycenter.org/ Higley Center for the Performing Arts], Gilbert, Arizona
* April 10, 2026: [https://www.sunsetcenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Sunset Cultural Center], Carmel-by-the-Sea, California
* April 11, 2026: [https://www.lpac.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Lancaster Performing Arts Center], Lancaster, California
* April 12, 2026: [https://livermorearts.org/ Livermore Valley Performing Arts Center], Livermore, California
* April 15, 2026: [https://craterian.org/event/the-wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Craterian Theater], Medford, Oregon
* April 16, 2026: [https://columbiatheatre.com/new-events/wizard-of-oz-on-ice Columbia Theatre], Longview, Washington
* April 17, 2026: [https://www.washingtoncenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice-4-17-2026/ Washington Center for the Performing Arts], Olympia, Washington
* April 19, 2026: [https://buttearts.org/ Mother Lode Theatre], Butte, Montana
* April 30, 2026: [https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/41568594/wizard-of-oz-on-ice-pembroke-givens-performing-arts-center?_gl=1*17vkium*_ga*MTg1OTc1NzAyOS4xNzU3MTE1MzQz*_ga_LQFXLBGNDL*czE3NTcxMTUzNDMkbzEkZzEkdDE3NTcxMTUzNzMkajMwJGwwJGgw Givens Performing Arts Center], Pembroke, North Carolina

For more information about the show, see the website at https://wizardofozonice.com/.

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===''Ozmafia'' anime series, on the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Ozmafia'' anime series, crunchyroll.com.''' In this Japanese anime series (based on the video game of the same name), Scarlet is a new transfer student at Oz Academy. He doesn't get off to a good start, but the teachers seem nice enough. But what strange secrets are hiding at Oz Academy, and why are they at war with the other academies? Episodes (in Japanese, with English subtitles) are available to view online at http://www.crunchyroll.com/ozmafia for free.

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===''The Wizard of Oz'' and ''The Wiz'', throughout the United Kingdom===
'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz'', throughout the United Kingdom.''' Oz is a popular show to perform in the United Kingdom, and there always seems to be a show going on somewhere. For a complete listing of all upcoming productions of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in the United Kingdom, see the listings at [http://www.list.co.uk/events/theatre/what:The%20Wizard%20of%20Oz/sort:date/show:100/ ''The List''], naturally. They also have listings for performances of [http://www.list.co.uk/events/theatre/what:The%20Wiz/sort:date/show:100/ ''The Wiz''].

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===''Emerald City'' television series, NBC.com===
'''''Emerald City'' television series, NBC.com''' The latest Oz TV project has gone through its broadcast run on NBC. But the show's website is still up at http://www.nbc.com/emerald-city. You can still watch episodes online at http://www.nbc.com/emerald-city/episodes, and the show is also streaming on Peacock.

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===''Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz'', Internet Streaming and Cablecast===
'''Now playing: ''Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz'' cartoon series, Internet Streaming.''' This is the latest Oz cartoon series, based (very loosely) on the famous 1939 film version. Dorothy is now a princess of Oz and living in the Emerald City with Queen Ozma. But she's still having adventures! For more information, see the show's website at https://watch.boomerang.com/shows/dorothy-franchise/series/dorothy-series/volume-1. Or, if you have the Boomerang or Cartoon Network cable channels, episodes are now being shown in territories around the world, outside the United States, also have the show, so check your local version of the Cartoon Network, Boomerang, or Max channels or websites.

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===''Lost in Oz'' series, Internet streaming===
'''Now playing: ''Lost in Oz'', Amazon Video streaming.''' This animated series from Amazon tells the story of Dorothy, a modern-day girl, and her dog Toto, who are whisked to Oz when Dorothy opens one of her mother's old journals. To get home, she must find the elements of magic and help restore magic to Oz. Fortunately she has made friends with Ojo the Munchkin and West, a trainee witch, to help her out. To get started, see Amazon's ''Lost in Oz'' website at https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00Z89MYTI! And in November of 2022, [https://www.youtube.com/embed/h4fc1XvdBrk this short was dropped] with news of what's to come.

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===''Dee & Friends in Oz'', Netflix worldwide===
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'''Now playing: ''Dee & Friends in Oz'', Netflix worldwide.''' The streaming service has announced their new shows for 2024, including ''Dee & Friends in Oz'', an animated musical series aimed at preschoolers. Dee is a young girl who discovers a key to the magical land of Oz, where she makes friends and has has adventures where she saves the day. Want a sneak peek? [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oPAZCfmc0mQ&ab_channel=NetflixJr. Here's the first episode!]

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===''Chronicles of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now streaming: The ''Chronicles of Oz'' podcast.''' This audio adaptation of the first three Oz books, each in six episodes, presents ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', ''The Marvellous Land of Oz'', and ''Ozma of Oz'', plus a special episode adapting ''The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus''. Produced by Crossover Adventure Productions out of Australia. All episodes, along with trailers and other materials, can be downloaded at http://chroniclesofoz.com/.

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===''The Royal Podcast of Oz'', the Internet===
'''Now streaming: ''The Royal Podcast of Oz'', podbean.com and other podcasting sites.''' Now running for over a decade, this podcast is devoted to all things Oz, with interviews, reviews, news, and other items of interest to Oz fans of all types. You can listen to or download all editions at https://anchor.fm/the-royal-podcast-of-oz/, or look for it on your favorite podcast site.

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===''Wait Wait…Don't Tell Me'', National Public Radio===
'''Now streaming: ''Wait Wait…Don't Tell Me'' edition of May 11, 2019, npr.org.''' The popular current events quiz show recorded this episode in St. Louis, and got one of the city's most celebrated residents to play "Not My Job". Former Cardinals shortstop and Hall of Fame inductee Ozzie Smith was nicknamed "The Wizard of Oz" in his playing days, so naturally, he gets to answer questions about ''The Wizard of Oz''! You can listen to the entire episode [https://www.npr.org/programs/wait-wait-dont-tell-me/722132214/wait-wait-for-may-11-2019-with-not-my-job-guest-ozzie-smith?showDate=2019-05-11 here], or just Smith's segment [https://www.npr.org/2019/05/11/721853591/not-my-job-we-quiz-baseball-great-ozzie-smith-on-the-wizard-of-oz here].

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===''Hit the Bricks!'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Hit the Bricks!'' podcast, the Internet.''' One hundred years after the events of ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', the Gale farm is abandoned, and a new generation is off to have adventures in Oz. The first act has now dropped, with further episodes to come. For more information, see the show's website at https://hitthebricks.com/, and its Twitter feed at https://twitter.com/HitTheBricksPod/.

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===''The Smallwood Sessions'' podcast, "The Podcast of Oz", the Internet===
'''Now playing: "The Podcast of Oz" episode of ''The Smallwood Sessions'' podcast.''' To celebrate what would have been the 2020 edition of Chittenango's Oz-Stravaganza, this podcast about upstate New York celebrates Oz and creator L. Frank Baum's connections to the area. To listen, go to https://anchor.fm/josh-taylor87/episodes/Episode-22-The-Podcast-of-Oz-ef05f4.

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===''Down the Yellow Brick Pod'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Down the Yellow Brick Pod'' podcast.''' This podcast takes a deep dive into the Oz books, one chapter at a time, and looks at all that they encompass. Available on many podcast sources, including Google Podcasts, and through [https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS8xMTcyMTM4LnJzcw?hl=en this link].

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===''The Wonderful Recap of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''The Wonderful Recap of Oz'' podcast.''' This podcast recaps the Oz books, one per episode. Available Available on many podcast sources, including Google Podcasts, and through [https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy80ZjgyMWIyYy9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw== this link].

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===''No Place Like Home'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''No Place Like Home'' podcast.''' This podcast looks at the Ruby Slippers, how they were stolen in 2005 and found again in 2018, and all the background behind them, the production of The Movie, the life of Judy Garland, and more. Available on most podcasting sites. For more information, the show's website is at https://shows.cadence13.com/podcast/noplacelikehome.

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===''The Lost Princess of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''The Lost Princess of Oz'' podcast.''' A new, original Oz story for kids (of all ages), told in six parts, with songs, and presented by the Delaware Children's Theatre. Although based on Baum's writings, this is not the same story as his novel ''The Lost Princess of Oz''. For more information, or to subscribe, see the show's website at https://www.thelostprincessofozpodcast.com/.

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===''The Wizard of Oz: A Homegrown American Fairy Tale'' radio broadcast, BBC World Service===
'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz: A Homegrown American Fairy Tale'' radio documentary, BBC World Service and online streaming.''' This program looks at the origins and mythology of ''The Wizard of Oz'' and how it came about. It is currently available to listen or download online, anywhere in the world. Check the program's website at https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/w3ct1rl9 to listen to it online, or to download it.

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===To Oz? To Oz! online convention, the Internet===
'''To Oz? To Oz! online convention.''' With so many Oz events having to be cancelled this year because of the COVID-19 pandemic, a bunch of them got together to present some of their events to a worldwide, online audience for free. The live portions of the convention have now ended, but if you go to https://ozis.us/, you can see many prerecorded talks and events.

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===The OzConnection, YouTube===
'''The OzConnection, YouTube.''' OzCon International, the world's longest running ''Wizard of Oz'' convention, now has a YouTube channel at "The OzConnection", which features highlights of earlier cons and new material. The link is at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQU5pEFZZ6n_vXvRalgclSg.

The OzConnection has recently started two shows specifically for their channel. The first is a talk show called "OZ:Connect", which you can find in a playlist at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r-NAe0FKDXk&list=PLVNfENfXbx111GmnLLJFklUVGxPl1zUC-. The other new show is "Crypto-Oz-ology", short stories about all kinds of unusual happenings in Oz, which is in a playlist at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sCoSH97u4ts&list=PLVNfENfXbx11g0DhXikoqyP0dslwHeC1h.

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===Oz Talk, YouTube===
'''''Oz Talk'' panel talk show, YouTube.''' Join five Oz friends as they discuss any and all Oz subjects under the sun. New episodes will drop every two weeks on [https://www.youtube.com/c/TheOfficialOzClub/videos the Official Oz Club's YouTube Channel]. You can find the playlist for ''Oz Talk'' at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VNINbbefPS4&list=PL3OVMLWgINCRfgeWZR8GPJOp11rR73Ssc.

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===''Fifty Years of Oziana'' Readings, Youtube===
'''''Fifty Years of Oziana'' short story readings, YouTube.''' To celebrate fifty years of ''Oziana'', the International Wizard of Oz Club's annual literary magazine, Club members read stories from the last five decades. Many authors have even revisited their own stories. You can see the playlist of all stories [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hm6WXDLg9U8&list=PL3OVMLWgINCQ2a_CDuBggCt7kCYVaS4yD right here].

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===''Rainbow'' movie, Netflix===
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'''Now playing: ''Rainbow'', on Netflix worldwide.''' The first streaming service premieres this new movie, from director Paco León, that uses themes and imagery from ''The Wizard of Oz'' to explore the coming of age of Dora, a young Spanish woman who finds that everything she thought she knew about her life may be wrong. Available in an English dub, or with English subtitles.

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===The Wizard of Oz Experience, Around the World===
'''The Wizard of Oz Experience.''' The interactive outdoors event will be making making another set of appearances around the United States, Canada, and Australia in the spring of 2024. Take a look at https://questoapp.com/ for when it's coming to your town.

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===The Wicked Wizard Afternoon Tea, London, England, United Kingdom===
'''The Wicked Wizard Afternoon Tea, The Franklin Hotel, London, England, United Kingdom.''' Enjoy an Oz-themed tea, inspired by ''The Wizard of Oz'' and ''Wicked'', in the heart of London's Knightsbridge district. Tea is served from noon to 6:00, costs £49 (spirits are extra), and reservations must be made at least twenty-four hours in advance. For more information, including the menu, see [https://collezione.starhotels.com/en/our-hotels/the-franklin-london/restaurants-and-bars/wicked-wizard-at-the-franklin.html?_gl=1*1cfuckg*_up*MQ..*_gs*MQ..*_ga*MzU1MjIzMDI0LjE3NDE1NzY0NjA.*_ga_444Y1N2CEK*MTc0MTU3NjQ1OC4xLjEuMTc0MTU3NjU3NS4wLjAuMTkzNzQwNjk0Nw..*_ga_YXSDGTQ8NB*MTc0MTU3NjQ1OC4xLjEuMTc0MTU3NjU3NS4wLjAuNDIxNjUwMTc1&gclid=Cj0KCQiAlbW-BhCMARIsADnwasphX4BQH4lMNEKBognzeTmjcu96bA-ZlcDfhhU2ouaxc5CgyV41YLMaAjUfEALw_wcB the Franklin's website].

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===''Ruby Red Handed: Stealing America’s Most Famous Pair of Shoes'', Hulu===
'''Now playing: ''Ruby Red Handed: Stealing America’s Most Famous Pair of Shoes'', Hulu Streaming Service.''' This ABC News documentary delves into the 2005 theft of a pair of Ruby Slippers in Minnesota and the subsequent investigation and recovery. Take a look at https://www.hulu.com/series/4dd523b6-cfb6-4d4f-99c8-9febd2e4af68.

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===''The Wizard of Oz'', Las Vegas, Nevada===
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'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz'' at the Sphere, Las Vegas, Nevada.''' See the famous 1939 film version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in a whole new way. This is an immersive reimagining in 16K on a huge screen surrounding the audience. For more information and to buy tickets, go to https://www.thesphere.com/shows/wizard-of-oz-experience.

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===Candlelight: ''The Wizard of Oz'' concerts, around the world===
'''Candlelight: ''The Wizard of Oz'' concerts, around the world.''' In conjunction with Warner Bros., Candlelight is presenting songs from the famous movie version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in venues around the world amidst a sea of flickering candles. For more information or to locate a concert, see the website at https://candlelightexperience.com/wizard-of-oz-concerts/.

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===Bloomland in Oz, Burlington, Ontario, Canada===
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'''Now through April 6, 2026: Bloomland in Oz, Royal Botanical Gardens Canada, Burlington, Ontario, Canada.''' The Gardens' 2026 showcase features floral displays and artistic creations, all inspired by the novel ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz''. For more information or to purchase tickets, see the website at https://www.rbg.ca/things-to-do/by-season/special-events/winter-exhibit/. And here's a behind-the-scenes look:
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===Stories of Cinema: Identity exhibit, Los Angeles, California===
'''Now through January 10, 2027: Stories of Cinema: Identity exhibit, Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, Los Angeles, California.''' The Academy Museum has brought its pair of Ruby Slippers back for the public to view. This exhibit also includes costumes and design studies from such movies as ''Flower Drum Song'', ''Dreamgirls'', ''Moulin Rouge!'', ''Amadeus'', ''Ma Raimey's Black Bottom'', ''Barbie'', and ''Wicked''. For more information, see the museum's website at https://www.academymuseum.org/en/exhibitions/stories-of-cinema-identity.

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==April 2026==
===''Return to Oz'' 40th Anniversary Screening, San Francisco, California===
'''April 9, 2026: ''Return to Oz'' 40th Anniversary Screening, The Castro Theatre, San Francisco, California.''' The legendary San Francisco theater is opening again after renavations, and part of the program will be a rare theatrical screening of the 1985 Disney movie ''Return to Oz'' to celebrate it's fortieth anniversary (maybe a few months late). The special guest is director Walter Murch, who will discuss the film and answer questions afterwards. For more details, see the show's website at https://thecastro.com/events/movies-for-maniacs-260409/

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===Garmin Marathon in the Land of Oz, Olathe, Kansas===
'''April 26, 2026: Garmin Marathon in the Land of Oz, Olathe, Kansas.''' If you're going to have a 26.2-mile run in Kansas, you may as well give it an Oz theme! For more information and to register, see the race's website at http://ozrun.org/.

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==May 2026==
===''The Wizard of Oz'' play, Kansas City, Missouri===
'''May 5-24, 2026: ''The Wizard of Oz'' play, Kansas City Repertory Theatre, Kansas City, Missouri.''' The company presents the Royal Shakespeare Company's adaptation of the famous musical version of the story, based on the famous movie. For more details or to purchase tickets, see https://kcrep.org/event/the-wizard-of-oz/.

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===Yellow Brick Road Festival, Sedan, Kansas===
'''May 22-23, 2026: Yellow Brick Road Festival, Sedan, Kansas.''' This town in Kansas celebrates ''The Wizard of Oz'' every year. For details, see http://www.lasr.net/travel/city.php?Sedan&Kansas&Yellow+Brick+Road+Festival&City_ID=KS0604019&Event_ID=KS0604019e002&VE=Y or call 620-725-4033.

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===''It's Dorothy'' documentary, Port Jefferson, New York===
'''May 31, 2026: ''It's Dorothy'' documentary, Theatre Three, Port Jefferson, New York.''' Theatre Three and the Por Jefferson Arts Council present a screening of this documentary about the heroine of ''The Wizard of Oz'' and the actresses who have played her. The show starts at 7:30, and tickets are $10. For more information, see the theatre's website at https://theatrethree.com/special_events/dorothy/.

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==June 2026==
===Oz-Stravaganza, Chittenango, New York===
'''June 5-7, 2026: Oz-Stravaganza, Chittenango, New York.''' This village in upstate New York honors its native son, L. Frank Baum, with an annual festival honoring his creation, the Land of Oz. For more information, see the event's website at http://www.oz-stravaganza.com/.

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==August 2026==
===Oz Festival Illinois, Mapleton, Illinois===
'''August (exact date to be announced), 2025: Oz Fest Illinois, Butler Haynes Park, Mapleton, Illinois.'''. For more information, see the event's website at https://www.hollispark.org/oz-fest, or the Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/OzFestIllinois/.

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==September 2026==
===Autumn at Oz Party, Banner Elk, North Carolina===
'''September (exact dates to be announced), 2026: Autumn at Oz Party, Beech Mountain, Banner Elk, North Carolina.''' The Wizard of Oz Park on the mountain may no longer be in regular operation, but it's still there, and Oz and park fans get together once a year for a party. Hurricane Hélène paused the event for 2025, but there's hope for a return in 2026. For more information, check out https://landofoznc.com/.

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===OzFest, Liberal, Kansas===
'''September (exact date to be announced), 2026: OzFest, Liberal, Kansas.''' The home town of the Dorothy's House attraction hosts its annual tribute to Dorothy and Oz. For more information, see [https://www.lasr.net/travel/city.php?Ozfest&TravelTo=KS1019015&VE=Y&Event_ID=KS1019015e002 the city's events page] and [http://visitliberal.com/ the city's website] (and be sure to call 1-800-LIBERAL to confirm event and dates).

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==October 2026==
===Oztoberfest, Wamego, Kansas===
'''October (exact date to be announced), 2026: Oztoberfest, Wamego, Kansas.''' The town not only has an Oz museum, they put on an annual Oz festival. Authors and other special guests will attend, and there's also admission to the museum. For more details, call the Oz museum at 1-866-458-TOTO, or see the event's website at http://oztoberfest.com/.

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==November 2026==
===TeslaCon, Middleton, Wisconsin===
'''November 12-15, 2026: TeslaCon, Marriott of Middleton, Middleton, Wisconsin.''' The country's largest steampunk convention celebrates its sixteenth edition, and this year the theme is Oz. For more information, see the convention's website at https://teslacon.com/.

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==Holiday Season 2026-27==
===''The Wizard of Oz'', holiday cablecasts===
'''''The Wizard of Oz'' holiday cablecasts, TBS and TNT.''' The stations' annual holiday season showings of the famous film version are, generally speaking, around Thanksgiving on TBS and Christmas on TNT. Check your local provider for exact times and channels on your system. Keep checking back for updates.

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===''The Wiz'' holiday telecasts===
'''''The Wiz'' holiday telecasts.''' Channels have holiday time airings of the 1978 film adaptation of ''The Wiz'', starring Diana Ross as Dorothy, Michael Jackson as the Scarecrow, Lena Horne as Glinda, and Richard Pryor as the Wiz. Keep checking back for updates.

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===''If I Only Had Christmas'' television movie, The Hallmark Channel===
'''''If I Only Had Christmas'' television movie, The Hallmark Channel.''' A Hallmark Christmas romance movie, first shown in 2020 and based (extremely loosely) on ''The Wizard of Oz''! Candace Cameron Bure stars as Darcy Gale, a publicist who teams up with Huck, a cynical business owner played by Neil Webb, to help out a charity in need. It airs many times at Christmas, and occasionally at other times throughout the year (check your local television provider for exact time and channel on your system). For more details and a sneak peek behind the scenes, take a look at [https://www.etonline.com/candace-cameron-bure-stars-in-hallmark-channels-if-i-only-had-christmas-first-look-exclusive-154864 the news report on the ''Entertainment Tonight'' website]. And [https://celebratingthesoaps.com/hallmark/hallmark-channel-news-wizard-of-oz-reimagined-candace-cameron-bure-in-if-i-only-had-christmas/ here's another report with another preview]. Finally, [https://www.hallmarkchannel.com/if-i-only-had-christmas here's the movie's page on the channel's website].

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==January 2027==
===Волшебник Изумрудного города, часть II, theaters throughout Russia===
'''January 1, 2027: ''Волшебник Изумрудного города, часть II'', theaters throughout Russia.''' The epic cinematic adaptation of Aleksandr Volkov's version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' comes to Russian theaters. Elli, Totoshka, Strasheela, the Iron Woodman, and the Cowardly Lion have reached the Emerald City. But will they meet the Wizard? What price will he ask from them to grant their wishes? Here's the teaser trailer:
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==June 2027==
===Judy Garland Festival, Grand Rapids, Minnesota===
'''June (exact dates to be announced), 2027: Judy Garland Festival, Judy Garland Museum and environs, Grand Rapids, Minnesota.''' Judy Garland's home town celebrates her in this annual festival (returning after taking 2026 off), with events all over town spread out over several days. For more information, keep an eye on the event's website at https://judygarlandmuseum.com/judy-garland-museum-events/.

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==To Be Determined==
===Wizard of Oz Days, Macon, Missouri===
'''Exact date to be announced: Wizard of Oz Days, Hannibal, Missouri.''' For complete details, see the event's Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/WizardofOzDays.

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OzWiki:Current events

2026-03-29T20:28:21Z

Ericgjovaag: /* March 2026 */

Other Oz events can also be found on [https://www.ozclub.org/calendar/ the International Wizard of Oz Club's online calendar].

Please note that, since I live in the United States and most Oz events take place in the United States, I will identify most event locations by city and state only. Any events taking place in other countries will include the name of the country as well.

==Going on now==
===''Wicked'' play, around the world===
'''Now playing: ''Wicked''.''' This is the award-winning musical based on Gregory Maguire's novel ''Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West''. The book is by Winnie Holzman, the music by Stephen Schwartz, and the show is directed by Joe Mantello. It has done so well, it has spawned the following productions:

* [http://www.gershwintheatre.com/ Gershwin Theater], Broadway, New York City, New York. Tickets may be purchased online at [http://www.ticketmaster.com/venue/24579 ticketmaster.com]. For more details, go to [http://wickedthemusical.com/ wickedthemusical.com]. For a "Behind the Emerald Curtain" tour on Saturday mornings, go to https://wickedthemusical.com/behind-the-emerald-curtain#scrolldown for details.

* The Apollo Victoria Theatre, The West End, London, England, United Kingdom. For more information, including booking tickets, see http://www.wickedthemusical.co.uk/.

* ''Wicked'' is also touring the United States and Canada. For more information and updates about the tour, see https://wickedthemusical.com/tickets/#tour. Here's the current schedule (locations and dates are subject to change):
** Now through April 5, 2026: [https://www.broadwayincolumbia.com/upcoming-shows/ Koger Center for the Arts], Columbia, South Carolina
** April 8-19, 2026: [https://www.celebrityattractions.com/shows/10200/WICKED/Little-Rock/2026 Robinson Center], Little Rock, Arkansas
** April 22-May 3, 2026: Juanita K. Hammons Hall, Springfield, Missouri
** May 6-June 14, 2026: [https://dallas.broadway.com/shows/wicked/ Music Hall at Fair Park], Dallas, Texas
** June 17-July 5, 2026: [https://ticketomaha.com/Productions/wicked Orpheum Theater], Omaha, Nebraska
** July 8-August 9, 2026: [https://hennepinarts.org/events/wicked Orpheum Theatre], Minneapolis, Minnesota
** August 12-30, 2026: [https://kansascity.broadway.com/shows/wicked/ Music Hall], Kansas City, Missouri
** September 2-20, 2026: [https://www.desmoinesperformingarts.org/whats-on/events/2025-26/broadway/wicked Des Moines Civic Center], Des Moines, Iowa

* A non-reproduction staging is now running at the Teatr Muzyczny ROMA in Warsaw, Poland. For more information, see https://www.teatrroma.pl/spektakl/wicked/.

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===''The Wiz'' play, national tour===
'''''The Wiz'' play, national tour.''' After its Broadway run, this new staging of the Tony-winning musical adaptation of ''The Wizard of Oz'' heads out on a North American tour. The following dates have been announced:

* April 21-26, 2026: [https://www.altriatheater.com/events/detail/the-wiz-2025 Altria Center], Richmond, Virginia
* May 5-10, 2026: [https://www.celebrityattractions.com/shows/10194/THE-WIZ/Tulsa/2026 Tulsa Performing Arts Center], Tulsa, Oklahoma
* May 12-17, 2026: [https://austin.broadway.com/shows/the-wiz/ Bass Concert Hall], Austin, Texas
* May 19-24, 2026: [https://www.okcbroadway.com/wiz Civic Center Music Hall], Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
* May 26-31, 2026: [https://americantheatreguild.com/toledo/shows/the-wiz/ Stranahan Theater], Toledo, Ohio

More dates and cities will be coming. For more information, see the show's website at https://wizmusical.com/.

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===''The Wizard of Oz on Ice'' on tour===
'''Now on Tour: ''The Wizard of Oz on Ice''.''' The new, reimagined version of the 1990s ice show returns for another season. The company has announced the following tour dates:
* March 27, 2026: [https://www.moonlightstage.com/shows-tickets Moonlight Amphitheatre], Vista, California
* March 28, 2026: [https://www.ycpac.com/Online/default.asp?BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Avenue_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Acity_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Amonth_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Aobject_type_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Acategory_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_from=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_to=&doWork%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3Asearch=1&BOparam%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3Asearch%3A%3Aarticle_search_id=EE8716B4-0827-4B0D-9ACB-038A148DF966&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_criteria=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_from=2026-3-28&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_to=2026-3-28 Jim and Linda Lee Performing Arts Center], Prescott, Arizona
* March 29, 2026: [https://tickets.haughpac.com/wizard Haugh Performing Arts Center], Glendora, California
* March 30, 2026: [https://higleycenter.org/ Higley Center for the Performing Arts], Gilbert, Arizona
* April 10, 2026: [https://www.sunsetcenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Sunset Cultural Center], Carmel-by-the-Sea, California
* April 11, 2026: [https://www.lpac.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Lancaster Performing Arts Center], Lancaster, California
* April 12, 2026: [https://livermorearts.org/ Livermore Valley Performing Arts Center], Livermore, California
* April 15, 2026: [https://craterian.org/event/the-wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Craterian Theater], Medford, Oregon
* April 16, 2026: [https://columbiatheatre.com/new-events/wizard-of-oz-on-ice Columbia Theatre], Longview, Washington
* April 17, 2026: [https://www.washingtoncenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice-4-17-2026/ Washington Center for the Performing Arts], Olympia, Washington
* April 19, 2026: [https://buttearts.org/ Mother Lode Theatre], Butte, Montana
* April 30, 2026: [https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/41568594/wizard-of-oz-on-ice-pembroke-givens-performing-arts-center?_gl=1*17vkium*_ga*MTg1OTc1NzAyOS4xNzU3MTE1MzQz*_ga_LQFXLBGNDL*czE3NTcxMTUzNDMkbzEkZzEkdDE3NTcxMTUzNzMkajMwJGwwJGgw Givens Performing Arts Center], Pembroke, North Carolina

For more information about the show, see the website at https://wizardofozonice.com/.

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===''Ozmafia'' anime series, on the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Ozmafia'' anime series, crunchyroll.com.''' In this Japanese anime series (based on the video game of the same name), Scarlet is a new transfer student at Oz Academy. He doesn't get off to a good start, but the teachers seem nice enough. But what strange secrets are hiding at Oz Academy, and why are they at war with the other academies? Episodes (in Japanese, with English subtitles) are available to view online at http://www.crunchyroll.com/ozmafia for free.

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===''The Wizard of Oz'' and ''The Wiz'', throughout the United Kingdom===
'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz'', throughout the United Kingdom.''' Oz is a popular show to perform in the United Kingdom, and there always seems to be a show going on somewhere. For a complete listing of all upcoming productions of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in the United Kingdom, see the listings at [http://www.list.co.uk/events/theatre/what:The%20Wizard%20of%20Oz/sort:date/show:100/ ''The List''], naturally. They also have listings for performances of [http://www.list.co.uk/events/theatre/what:The%20Wiz/sort:date/show:100/ ''The Wiz''].

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===''Emerald City'' television series, NBC.com===
'''''Emerald City'' television series, NBC.com''' The latest Oz TV project has gone through its broadcast run on NBC. But the show's website is still up at http://www.nbc.com/emerald-city. You can still watch episodes online at http://www.nbc.com/emerald-city/episodes, and the show is also streaming on Peacock.

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===''Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz'', Internet Streaming and Cablecast===
'''Now playing: ''Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz'' cartoon series, Internet Streaming.''' This is the latest Oz cartoon series, based (very loosely) on the famous 1939 film version. Dorothy is now a princess of Oz and living in the Emerald City with Queen Ozma. But she's still having adventures! For more information, see the show's website at https://watch.boomerang.com/shows/dorothy-franchise/series/dorothy-series/volume-1. Or, if you have the Boomerang or Cartoon Network cable channels, episodes are now being shown in territories around the world, outside the United States, also have the show, so check your local version of the Cartoon Network, Boomerang, or Max channels or websites.

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===''Lost in Oz'' series, Internet streaming===
'''Now playing: ''Lost in Oz'', Amazon Video streaming.''' This animated series from Amazon tells the story of Dorothy, a modern-day girl, and her dog Toto, who are whisked to Oz when Dorothy opens one of her mother's old journals. To get home, she must find the elements of magic and help restore magic to Oz. Fortunately she has made friends with Ojo the Munchkin and West, a trainee witch, to help her out. To get started, see Amazon's ''Lost in Oz'' website at https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00Z89MYTI! And in November of 2022, [https://www.youtube.com/embed/h4fc1XvdBrk this short was dropped] with news of what's to come.

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===''Dee & Friends in Oz'', Netflix worldwide===
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'''Now playing: ''Dee & Friends in Oz'', Netflix worldwide.''' The streaming service has announced their new shows for 2024, including ''Dee & Friends in Oz'', an animated musical series aimed at preschoolers. Dee is a young girl who discovers a key to the magical land of Oz, where she makes friends and has has adventures where she saves the day. Want a sneak peek? [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oPAZCfmc0mQ&ab_channel=NetflixJr. Here's the first episode!]

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===''Chronicles of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now streaming: The ''Chronicles of Oz'' podcast.''' This audio adaptation of the first three Oz books, each in six episodes, presents ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', ''The Marvellous Land of Oz'', and ''Ozma of Oz'', plus a special episode adapting ''The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus''. Produced by Crossover Adventure Productions out of Australia. All episodes, along with trailers and other materials, can be downloaded at http://chroniclesofoz.com/.

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===''The Royal Podcast of Oz'', the Internet===
'''Now streaming: ''The Royal Podcast of Oz'', podbean.com and other podcasting sites.''' Now running for over a decade, this podcast is devoted to all things Oz, with interviews, reviews, news, and other items of interest to Oz fans of all types. You can listen to or download all editions at https://anchor.fm/the-royal-podcast-of-oz/, or look for it on your favorite podcast site.

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===''Wait Wait…Don't Tell Me'', National Public Radio===
'''Now streaming: ''Wait Wait…Don't Tell Me'' edition of May 11, 2019, npr.org.''' The popular current events quiz show recorded this episode in St. Louis, and got one of the city's most celebrated residents to play "Not My Job". Former Cardinals shortstop and Hall of Fame inductee Ozzie Smith was nicknamed "The Wizard of Oz" in his playing days, so naturally, he gets to answer questions about ''The Wizard of Oz''! You can listen to the entire episode [https://www.npr.org/programs/wait-wait-dont-tell-me/722132214/wait-wait-for-may-11-2019-with-not-my-job-guest-ozzie-smith?showDate=2019-05-11 here], or just Smith's segment [https://www.npr.org/2019/05/11/721853591/not-my-job-we-quiz-baseball-great-ozzie-smith-on-the-wizard-of-oz here].

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===''Hit the Bricks!'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Hit the Bricks!'' podcast, the Internet.''' One hundred years after the events of ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', the Gale farm is abandoned, and a new generation is off to have adventures in Oz. The first act has now dropped, with further episodes to come. For more information, see the show's website at https://hitthebricks.com/, and its Twitter feed at https://twitter.com/HitTheBricksPod/.

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===''The Smallwood Sessions'' podcast, "The Podcast of Oz", the Internet===
'''Now playing: "The Podcast of Oz" episode of ''The Smallwood Sessions'' podcast.''' To celebrate what would have been the 2020 edition of Chittenango's Oz-Stravaganza, this podcast about upstate New York celebrates Oz and creator L. Frank Baum's connections to the area. To listen, go to https://anchor.fm/josh-taylor87/episodes/Episode-22-The-Podcast-of-Oz-ef05f4.

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===''Down the Yellow Brick Pod'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Down the Yellow Brick Pod'' podcast.''' This podcast takes a deep dive into the Oz books, one chapter at a time, and looks at all that they encompass. Available on many podcast sources, including Google Podcasts, and through [https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS8xMTcyMTM4LnJzcw?hl=en this link].

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===''The Wonderful Recap of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''The Wonderful Recap of Oz'' podcast.''' This podcast recaps the Oz books, one per episode. Available Available on many podcast sources, including Google Podcasts, and through [https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy80ZjgyMWIyYy9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw== this link].

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===''No Place Like Home'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''No Place Like Home'' podcast.''' This podcast looks at the Ruby Slippers, how they were stolen in 2005 and found again in 2018, and all the background behind them, the production of The Movie, the life of Judy Garland, and more. Available on most podcasting sites. For more information, the show's website is at https://shows.cadence13.com/podcast/noplacelikehome.

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===''The Lost Princess of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''The Lost Princess of Oz'' podcast.''' A new, original Oz story for kids (of all ages), told in six parts, with songs, and presented by the Delaware Children's Theatre. Although based on Baum's writings, this is not the same story as his novel ''The Lost Princess of Oz''. For more information, or to subscribe, see the show's website at https://www.thelostprincessofozpodcast.com/.

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===''The Wizard of Oz: A Homegrown American Fairy Tale'' radio broadcast, BBC World Service===
'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz: A Homegrown American Fairy Tale'' radio documentary, BBC World Service and online streaming.''' This program looks at the origins and mythology of ''The Wizard of Oz'' and how it came about. It is currently available to listen or download online, anywhere in the world. Check the program's website at https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/w3ct1rl9 to listen to it online, or to download it.

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===To Oz? To Oz! online convention, the Internet===
'''To Oz? To Oz! online convention.''' With so many Oz events having to be cancelled this year because of the COVID-19 pandemic, a bunch of them got together to present some of their events to a worldwide, online audience for free. The live portions of the convention have now ended, but if you go to https://ozis.us/, you can see many prerecorded talks and events.

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===The OzConnection, YouTube===
'''The OzConnection, YouTube.''' OzCon International, the world's longest running ''Wizard of Oz'' convention, now has a YouTube channel at "The OzConnection", which features highlights of earlier cons and new material. The link is at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQU5pEFZZ6n_vXvRalgclSg.

The OzConnection has recently started two shows specifically for their channel. The first is a talk show called "OZ:Connect", which you can find in a playlist at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r-NAe0FKDXk&list=PLVNfENfXbx111GmnLLJFklUVGxPl1zUC-. The other new show is "Crypto-Oz-ology", short stories about all kinds of unusual happenings in Oz, which is in a playlist at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sCoSH97u4ts&list=PLVNfENfXbx11g0DhXikoqyP0dslwHeC1h.

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===Oz Talk, YouTube===
'''''Oz Talk'' panel talk show, YouTube.''' Join five Oz friends as they discuss any and all Oz subjects under the sun. New episodes will drop every two weeks on [https://www.youtube.com/c/TheOfficialOzClub/videos the Official Oz Club's YouTube Channel]. You can find the playlist for ''Oz Talk'' at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VNINbbefPS4&list=PL3OVMLWgINCRfgeWZR8GPJOp11rR73Ssc.

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===''Fifty Years of Oziana'' Readings, Youtube===
'''''Fifty Years of Oziana'' short story readings, YouTube.''' To celebrate fifty years of ''Oziana'', the International Wizard of Oz Club's annual literary magazine, Club members read stories from the last five decades. Many authors have even revisited their own stories. You can see the playlist of all stories [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hm6WXDLg9U8&list=PL3OVMLWgINCQ2a_CDuBggCt7kCYVaS4yD right here].

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===''Rainbow'' movie, Netflix===
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'''Now playing: ''Rainbow'', on Netflix worldwide.''' The first streaming service premieres this new movie, from director Paco León, that uses themes and imagery from ''The Wizard of Oz'' to explore the coming of age of Dora, a young Spanish woman who finds that everything she thought she knew about her life may be wrong. Available in an English dub, or with English subtitles.

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===The Wizard of Oz Experience, Around the World===
'''The Wizard of Oz Experience.''' The interactive outdoors event will be making making another set of appearances around the United States, Canada, and Australia in the spring of 2024. Take a look at https://questoapp.com/ for when it's coming to your town.

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===The Wicked Wizard Afternoon Tea, London, England, United Kingdom===
'''The Wicked Wizard Afternoon Tea, The Franklin Hotel, London, England, United Kingdom.''' Enjoy an Oz-themed tea, inspired by ''The Wizard of Oz'' and ''Wicked'', in the heart of London's Knightsbridge district. Tea is served from noon to 6:00, costs £49 (spirits are extra), and reservations must be made at least twenty-four hours in advance. For more information, including the menu, see [https://collezione.starhotels.com/en/our-hotels/the-franklin-london/restaurants-and-bars/wicked-wizard-at-the-franklin.html?_gl=1*1cfuckg*_up*MQ..*_gs*MQ..*_ga*MzU1MjIzMDI0LjE3NDE1NzY0NjA.*_ga_444Y1N2CEK*MTc0MTU3NjQ1OC4xLjEuMTc0MTU3NjU3NS4wLjAuMTkzNzQwNjk0Nw..*_ga_YXSDGTQ8NB*MTc0MTU3NjQ1OC4xLjEuMTc0MTU3NjU3NS4wLjAuNDIxNjUwMTc1&gclid=Cj0KCQiAlbW-BhCMARIsADnwasphX4BQH4lMNEKBognzeTmjcu96bA-ZlcDfhhU2ouaxc5CgyV41YLMaAjUfEALw_wcB the Franklin's website].

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===''Ruby Red Handed: Stealing America’s Most Famous Pair of Shoes'', Hulu===
'''Now playing: ''Ruby Red Handed: Stealing America’s Most Famous Pair of Shoes'', Hulu Streaming Service.''' This ABC News documentary delves into the 2005 theft of a pair of Ruby Slippers in Minnesota and the subsequent investigation and recovery. Take a look at https://www.hulu.com/series/4dd523b6-cfb6-4d4f-99c8-9febd2e4af68.

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===''The Wizard of Oz'', Las Vegas, Nevada===
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'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz'' at the Sphere, Las Vegas, Nevada.''' See the famous 1939 film version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in a whole new way. This is an immersive reimagining in 16K on a huge screen surrounding the audience. For more information and to buy tickets, go to https://www.thesphere.com/shows/wizard-of-oz-experience.

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===Candlelight: ''The Wizard of Oz'' concerts, around the world===
'''Candlelight: ''The Wizard of Oz'' concerts, around the world.''' In conjunction with Warner Bros., Candlelight is presenting songs from the famous movie version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in venues around the world amidst a sea of flickering candles. For more information or to locate a concert, see the website at https://candlelightexperience.com/wizard-of-oz-concerts/.

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===Bloomland in Oz, Burlington, Ontario, Canada===
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'''Now through April 6, 2026: Bloomland in Oz, Royal Botanical Gardens Canada, Burlington, Ontario, Canada.''' The Gardens' 2026 showcase features floral displays and artistic creations, all inspired by the novel ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz''. For more information or to purchase tickets, see the website at https://www.rbg.ca/things-to-do/by-season/special-events/winter-exhibit/. And here's a behind-the-scenes look:
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===Stories of Cinema: Identity exhibit, Los Angeles, California===
'''Now through January 10, 2027: Stories of Cinema: Identity exhibit, Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, Los Angeles, California.''' The Academy Museum has brought its pair of Ruby Slippers back for the public to view. This exhibit also includes costumes and design studies from such movies as ''Flower Drum Song'', ''Dreamgirls'', ''Moulin Rouge!'', ''Amadeus'', ''Ma Raimey's Black Bottom'', ''Barbie'', and ''Wicked''. For more information, see the museum's website at https://www.academymuseum.org/en/exhibitions/stories-of-cinema-identity.

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==April 2026==
===''Return to Oz'' 40th Anniversary Screening, San Francisco, California===
'''April 9, 2026: ''Return to Oz'' 40th Anniversary Screening, The Castro Theatre, San Francisco, California.''' The legendary San Francisco theater is opening again after renavations, and part of the program will be a rare theatrical screening of the 1985 Disney movie ''Return to Oz'' to celebrate it's fortieth anniversary (maybe a few months late). The special guest is director Walter Murch, who will discuss the film and answer questions afterwards. For more details, see the show's website at https://thecastro.com/events/movies-for-maniacs-260409/

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===Garmin Marathon in the Land of Oz, Olathe, Kansas===
'''April 26, 2026: Garmin Marathon in the Land of Oz, Olathe, Kansas.''' If you're going to have a 26.2-mile run in Kansas, you may as well give it an Oz theme! For more information and to register, see the race's website at http://ozrun.org/.

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==May 2026==
===''The Wizard of Oz'' play, Kansas City, Missouri===
'''May 5-24, 2026: ''The Wizard of Oz'' play, Kansas City Repertory Theatre, Kansas City, Missouri.''' The company presents the Royal Shakespeare Company's adaptation of the famous musical version of the story, based on the famous movie. For more details or to purchase tickets, see https://kcrep.org/event/the-wizard-of-oz/.

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===Yellow Brick Road Festival, Sedan, Kansas===
'''May 22-23, 2026: Yellow Brick Road Festival, Sedan, Kansas.''' This town in Kansas celebrates ''The Wizard of Oz'' every year. For details, see http://www.lasr.net/travel/city.php?Sedan&Kansas&Yellow+Brick+Road+Festival&City_ID=KS0604019&Event_ID=KS0604019e002&VE=Y or call 620-725-4033.

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===''It's Dorothy'' documentary, Port Jefferson, New York===
'''May 31, 2026: ''It's Dorothy'' documentary, Theatre Three, Port Jefferson, New York.''' Theatre Three and the Por Jefferson Arts Council present a screening of this documentary about the heroine of ''The Wizard of Oz'' and the actresses who have played her. The show starts at 7:30, and tickets are $10. For more information, see the theatre's website at https://theatrethree.com/special_events/dorothy/.

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==June 2026==
===Oz-Stravaganza, Chittenango, New York===
'''June 5-7, 2026: Oz-Stravaganza, Chittenango, New York.''' This village in upstate New York honors its native son, L. Frank Baum, with an annual festival honoring his creation, the Land of Oz. For more information, see the event's website at http://www.oz-stravaganza.com/.

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==August 2026==
===Oz Festival Illinois, Mapleton, Illinois===
'''August (exact date to be announced), 2025: Oz Fest Illinois, Butler Haynes Park, Mapleton, Illinois.'''. For more information, see the event's website at https://www.hollispark.org/oz-fest, or the Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/OzFestIllinois/.

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==September 2026==
===Autumn at Oz Party, Banner Elk, North Carolina===
'''September (exact dates to be announced), 2026: Autumn at Oz Party, Beech Mountain, Banner Elk, North Carolina.''' The Wizard of Oz Park on the mountain may no longer be in regular operation, but it's still there, and Oz and park fans get together once a year for a party. Hurricane Hélène paused the event for 2025, but there's hope for a return in 2026. For more information, check out https://landofoznc.com/.

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===OzFest, Liberal, Kansas===
'''September (exact date to be announced), 2026: OzFest, Liberal, Kansas.''' The home town of the Dorothy's House attraction hosts its annual tribute to Dorothy and Oz. For more information, see [https://www.lasr.net/travel/city.php?Ozfest&TravelTo=KS1019015&VE=Y&Event_ID=KS1019015e002 the city's events page] and [http://visitliberal.com/ the city's website] (and be sure to call 1-800-LIBERAL to confirm event and dates).

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==October 2026==
===Oztoberfest, Wamego, Kansas===
'''October (exact date to be announced), 2026: Oztoberfest, Wamego, Kansas.''' The town not only has an Oz museum, they put on an annual Oz festival. Authors and other special guests will attend, and there's also admission to the museum. For more details, call the Oz museum at 1-866-458-TOTO, or see the event's website at http://oztoberfest.com/.

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==November 2026==
===TeslaCon, Middleton, Wisconsin===
'''November 12-15, 2026: TeslaCon, Marriott of Middleton, Middleton, Wisconsin.''' The country's largest steampunk convention celebrates its sixteenth edition, and this year the theme is Oz. For more information, see the convention's website at https://teslacon.com/.

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==Holiday Season 2026-27==
===''The Wizard of Oz'', holiday cablecasts===
'''''The Wizard of Oz'' holiday cablecasts, TBS and TNT.''' The stations' annual holiday season showings of the famous film version are, generally speaking, around Thanksgiving on TBS and Christmas on TNT. Check your local provider for exact times and channels on your system. Keep checking back for updates.

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===''The Wiz'' holiday telecasts===
'''''The Wiz'' holiday telecasts.''' Channels have holiday time airings of the 1978 film adaptation of ''The Wiz'', starring Diana Ross as Dorothy, Michael Jackson as the Scarecrow, Lena Horne as Glinda, and Richard Pryor as the Wiz. Keep checking back for updates.

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===''If I Only Had Christmas'' television movie, The Hallmark Channel===
'''''If I Only Had Christmas'' television movie, The Hallmark Channel.''' A Hallmark Christmas romance movie, first shown in 2020 and based (extremely loosely) on ''The Wizard of Oz''! Candace Cameron Bure stars as Darcy Gale, a publicist who teams up with Huck, a cynical business owner played by Neil Webb, to help out a charity in need. It airs many times at Christmas, and occasionally at other times throughout the year (check your local television provider for exact time and channel on your system). For more details and a sneak peek behind the scenes, take a look at [https://www.etonline.com/candace-cameron-bure-stars-in-hallmark-channels-if-i-only-had-christmas-first-look-exclusive-154864 the news report on the ''Entertainment Tonight'' website]. And [https://celebratingthesoaps.com/hallmark/hallmark-channel-news-wizard-of-oz-reimagined-candace-cameron-bure-in-if-i-only-had-christmas/ here's another report with another preview]. Finally, [https://www.hallmarkchannel.com/if-i-only-had-christmas here's the movie's page on the channel's website].

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==January 2027==
===Волшебник Изумрудного города, часть II, theaters throughout Russia===
'''January 1, 2027: ''Волшебник Изумрудного города, часть II'', theaters throughout Russia.''' The epic cinematic adaptation of Aleksandr Volkov's version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' comes to Russian theaters. Elli, Totoshka, Strasheela, the Iron Woodman, and the Cowardly Lion have reached the Emerald City. But will they meet the Wizard? What price will he ask from them to grant their wishes? Here's the teaser trailer:
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==June 2027==
===Judy Garland Festival, Grand Rapids, Minnesota===
'''June (exact dates to be announced), 2027: Judy Garland Festival, Judy Garland Museum and environs, Grand Rapids, Minnesota.''' Judy Garland's home town celebrates her in this annual festival (returning after taking 2026 off), with events all over town spread out over several days. For more information, keep an eye on the event's website at https://judygarlandmuseum.com/judy-garland-museum-events/.

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==To Be Determined==
===Wizard of Oz Days, Macon, Missouri===
'''Exact date to be announced: Wizard of Oz Days, Hannibal, Missouri.''' For complete details, see the event's Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/WizardofOzDays.

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OzWiki:Current events

2026-03-29T20:28:00Z

Ericgjovaag: /* Candlelight: The Wizard of Oz concerts, around the world */

Other Oz events can also be found on [https://www.ozclub.org/calendar/ the International Wizard of Oz Club's online calendar].

Please note that, since I live in the United States and most Oz events take place in the United States, I will identify most event locations by city and state only. Any events taking place in other countries will include the name of the country as well.

==Going on now==
===''Wicked'' play, around the world===
'''Now playing: ''Wicked''.''' This is the award-winning musical based on Gregory Maguire's novel ''Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West''. The book is by Winnie Holzman, the music by Stephen Schwartz, and the show is directed by Joe Mantello. It has done so well, it has spawned the following productions:

* [http://www.gershwintheatre.com/ Gershwin Theater], Broadway, New York City, New York. Tickets may be purchased online at [http://www.ticketmaster.com/venue/24579 ticketmaster.com]. For more details, go to [http://wickedthemusical.com/ wickedthemusical.com]. For a "Behind the Emerald Curtain" tour on Saturday mornings, go to https://wickedthemusical.com/behind-the-emerald-curtain#scrolldown for details.

* The Apollo Victoria Theatre, The West End, London, England, United Kingdom. For more information, including booking tickets, see http://www.wickedthemusical.co.uk/.

* ''Wicked'' is also touring the United States and Canada. For more information and updates about the tour, see https://wickedthemusical.com/tickets/#tour. Here's the current schedule (locations and dates are subject to change):
** Now through April 5, 2026: [https://www.broadwayincolumbia.com/upcoming-shows/ Koger Center for the Arts], Columbia, South Carolina
** April 8-19, 2026: [https://www.celebrityattractions.com/shows/10200/WICKED/Little-Rock/2026 Robinson Center], Little Rock, Arkansas
** April 22-May 3, 2026: Juanita K. Hammons Hall, Springfield, Missouri
** May 6-June 14, 2026: [https://dallas.broadway.com/shows/wicked/ Music Hall at Fair Park], Dallas, Texas
** June 17-July 5, 2026: [https://ticketomaha.com/Productions/wicked Orpheum Theater], Omaha, Nebraska
** July 8-August 9, 2026: [https://hennepinarts.org/events/wicked Orpheum Theatre], Minneapolis, Minnesota
** August 12-30, 2026: [https://kansascity.broadway.com/shows/wicked/ Music Hall], Kansas City, Missouri
** September 2-20, 2026: [https://www.desmoinesperformingarts.org/whats-on/events/2025-26/broadway/wicked Des Moines Civic Center], Des Moines, Iowa

* A non-reproduction staging is now running at the Teatr Muzyczny ROMA in Warsaw, Poland. For more information, see https://www.teatrroma.pl/spektakl/wicked/.

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===''The Wiz'' play, national tour===
'''''The Wiz'' play, national tour.''' After its Broadway run, this new staging of the Tony-winning musical adaptation of ''The Wizard of Oz'' heads out on a North American tour. The following dates have been announced:

* April 21-26, 2026: [https://www.altriatheater.com/events/detail/the-wiz-2025 Altria Center], Richmond, Virginia
* May 5-10, 2026: [https://www.celebrityattractions.com/shows/10194/THE-WIZ/Tulsa/2026 Tulsa Performing Arts Center], Tulsa, Oklahoma
* May 12-17, 2026: [https://austin.broadway.com/shows/the-wiz/ Bass Concert Hall], Austin, Texas
* May 19-24, 2026: [https://www.okcbroadway.com/wiz Civic Center Music Hall], Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
* May 26-31, 2026: [https://americantheatreguild.com/toledo/shows/the-wiz/ Stranahan Theater], Toledo, Ohio

More dates and cities will be coming. For more information, see the show's website at https://wizmusical.com/.

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===''The Wizard of Oz on Ice'' on tour===
'''Now on Tour: ''The Wizard of Oz on Ice''.''' The new, reimagined version of the 1990s ice show returns for another season. The company has announced the following tour dates:
* March 27, 2026: [https://www.moonlightstage.com/shows-tickets Moonlight Amphitheatre], Vista, California
* March 28, 2026: [https://www.ycpac.com/Online/default.asp?BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Avenue_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Acity_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Amonth_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Aobject_type_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Acategory_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_from=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_to=&doWork%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3Asearch=1&BOparam%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3Asearch%3A%3Aarticle_search_id=EE8716B4-0827-4B0D-9ACB-038A148DF966&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_criteria=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_from=2026-3-28&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_to=2026-3-28 Jim and Linda Lee Performing Arts Center], Prescott, Arizona
* March 29, 2026: [https://tickets.haughpac.com/wizard Haugh Performing Arts Center], Glendora, California
* March 30, 2026: [https://higleycenter.org/ Higley Center for the Performing Arts], Gilbert, Arizona
* April 10, 2026: [https://www.sunsetcenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Sunset Cultural Center], Carmel-by-the-Sea, California
* April 11, 2026: [https://www.lpac.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Lancaster Performing Arts Center], Lancaster, California
* April 12, 2026: [https://livermorearts.org/ Livermore Valley Performing Arts Center], Livermore, California
* April 15, 2026: [https://craterian.org/event/the-wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Craterian Theater], Medford, Oregon
* April 16, 2026: [https://columbiatheatre.com/new-events/wizard-of-oz-on-ice Columbia Theatre], Longview, Washington
* April 17, 2026: [https://www.washingtoncenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice-4-17-2026/ Washington Center for the Performing Arts], Olympia, Washington
* April 19, 2026: [https://buttearts.org/ Mother Lode Theatre], Butte, Montana
* April 30, 2026: [https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/41568594/wizard-of-oz-on-ice-pembroke-givens-performing-arts-center?_gl=1*17vkium*_ga*MTg1OTc1NzAyOS4xNzU3MTE1MzQz*_ga_LQFXLBGNDL*czE3NTcxMTUzNDMkbzEkZzEkdDE3NTcxMTUzNzMkajMwJGwwJGgw Givens Performing Arts Center], Pembroke, North Carolina

For more information about the show, see the website at https://wizardofozonice.com/.

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===''Ozmafia'' anime series, on the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Ozmafia'' anime series, crunchyroll.com.''' In this Japanese anime series (based on the video game of the same name), Scarlet is a new transfer student at Oz Academy. He doesn't get off to a good start, but the teachers seem nice enough. But what strange secrets are hiding at Oz Academy, and why are they at war with the other academies? Episodes (in Japanese, with English subtitles) are available to view online at http://www.crunchyroll.com/ozmafia for free.

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===''The Wizard of Oz'' and ''The Wiz'', throughout the United Kingdom===
'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz'', throughout the United Kingdom.''' Oz is a popular show to perform in the United Kingdom, and there always seems to be a show going on somewhere. For a complete listing of all upcoming productions of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in the United Kingdom, see the listings at [http://www.list.co.uk/events/theatre/what:The%20Wizard%20of%20Oz/sort:date/show:100/ ''The List''], naturally. They also have listings for performances of [http://www.list.co.uk/events/theatre/what:The%20Wiz/sort:date/show:100/ ''The Wiz''].

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===''Emerald City'' television series, NBC.com===
'''''Emerald City'' television series, NBC.com''' The latest Oz TV project has gone through its broadcast run on NBC. But the show's website is still up at http://www.nbc.com/emerald-city. You can still watch episodes online at http://www.nbc.com/emerald-city/episodes, and the show is also streaming on Peacock.

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===''Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz'', Internet Streaming and Cablecast===
'''Now playing: ''Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz'' cartoon series, Internet Streaming.''' This is the latest Oz cartoon series, based (very loosely) on the famous 1939 film version. Dorothy is now a princess of Oz and living in the Emerald City with Queen Ozma. But she's still having adventures! For more information, see the show's website at https://watch.boomerang.com/shows/dorothy-franchise/series/dorothy-series/volume-1. Or, if you have the Boomerang or Cartoon Network cable channels, episodes are now being shown in territories around the world, outside the United States, also have the show, so check your local version of the Cartoon Network, Boomerang, or Max channels or websites.

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===''Lost in Oz'' series, Internet streaming===
'''Now playing: ''Lost in Oz'', Amazon Video streaming.''' This animated series from Amazon tells the story of Dorothy, a modern-day girl, and her dog Toto, who are whisked to Oz when Dorothy opens one of her mother's old journals. To get home, she must find the elements of magic and help restore magic to Oz. Fortunately she has made friends with Ojo the Munchkin and West, a trainee witch, to help her out. To get started, see Amazon's ''Lost in Oz'' website at https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00Z89MYTI! And in November of 2022, [https://www.youtube.com/embed/h4fc1XvdBrk this short was dropped] with news of what's to come.

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===''Dee & Friends in Oz'', Netflix worldwide===
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'''Now playing: ''Dee & Friends in Oz'', Netflix worldwide.''' The streaming service has announced their new shows for 2024, including ''Dee & Friends in Oz'', an animated musical series aimed at preschoolers. Dee is a young girl who discovers a key to the magical land of Oz, where she makes friends and has has adventures where she saves the day. Want a sneak peek? [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oPAZCfmc0mQ&ab_channel=NetflixJr. Here's the first episode!]

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===''Chronicles of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now streaming: The ''Chronicles of Oz'' podcast.''' This audio adaptation of the first three Oz books, each in six episodes, presents ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', ''The Marvellous Land of Oz'', and ''Ozma of Oz'', plus a special episode adapting ''The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus''. Produced by Crossover Adventure Productions out of Australia. All episodes, along with trailers and other materials, can be downloaded at http://chroniclesofoz.com/.

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===''The Royal Podcast of Oz'', the Internet===
'''Now streaming: ''The Royal Podcast of Oz'', podbean.com and other podcasting sites.''' Now running for over a decade, this podcast is devoted to all things Oz, with interviews, reviews, news, and other items of interest to Oz fans of all types. You can listen to or download all editions at https://anchor.fm/the-royal-podcast-of-oz/, or look for it on your favorite podcast site.

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===''Wait Wait…Don't Tell Me'', National Public Radio===
'''Now streaming: ''Wait Wait…Don't Tell Me'' edition of May 11, 2019, npr.org.''' The popular current events quiz show recorded this episode in St. Louis, and got one of the city's most celebrated residents to play "Not My Job". Former Cardinals shortstop and Hall of Fame inductee Ozzie Smith was nicknamed "The Wizard of Oz" in his playing days, so naturally, he gets to answer questions about ''The Wizard of Oz''! You can listen to the entire episode [https://www.npr.org/programs/wait-wait-dont-tell-me/722132214/wait-wait-for-may-11-2019-with-not-my-job-guest-ozzie-smith?showDate=2019-05-11 here], or just Smith's segment [https://www.npr.org/2019/05/11/721853591/not-my-job-we-quiz-baseball-great-ozzie-smith-on-the-wizard-of-oz here].

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===''Hit the Bricks!'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Hit the Bricks!'' podcast, the Internet.''' One hundred years after the events of ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', the Gale farm is abandoned, and a new generation is off to have adventures in Oz. The first act has now dropped, with further episodes to come. For more information, see the show's website at https://hitthebricks.com/, and its Twitter feed at https://twitter.com/HitTheBricksPod/.

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===''The Smallwood Sessions'' podcast, "The Podcast of Oz", the Internet===
'''Now playing: "The Podcast of Oz" episode of ''The Smallwood Sessions'' podcast.''' To celebrate what would have been the 2020 edition of Chittenango's Oz-Stravaganza, this podcast about upstate New York celebrates Oz and creator L. Frank Baum's connections to the area. To listen, go to https://anchor.fm/josh-taylor87/episodes/Episode-22-The-Podcast-of-Oz-ef05f4.

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===''Down the Yellow Brick Pod'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Down the Yellow Brick Pod'' podcast.''' This podcast takes a deep dive into the Oz books, one chapter at a time, and looks at all that they encompass. Available on many podcast sources, including Google Podcasts, and through [https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS8xMTcyMTM4LnJzcw?hl=en this link].

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===''The Wonderful Recap of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''The Wonderful Recap of Oz'' podcast.''' This podcast recaps the Oz books, one per episode. Available Available on many podcast sources, including Google Podcasts, and through [https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy80ZjgyMWIyYy9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw== this link].

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===''No Place Like Home'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''No Place Like Home'' podcast.''' This podcast looks at the Ruby Slippers, how they were stolen in 2005 and found again in 2018, and all the background behind them, the production of The Movie, the life of Judy Garland, and more. Available on most podcasting sites. For more information, the show's website is at https://shows.cadence13.com/podcast/noplacelikehome.

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===''The Lost Princess of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''The Lost Princess of Oz'' podcast.''' A new, original Oz story for kids (of all ages), told in six parts, with songs, and presented by the Delaware Children's Theatre. Although based on Baum's writings, this is not the same story as his novel ''The Lost Princess of Oz''. For more information, or to subscribe, see the show's website at https://www.thelostprincessofozpodcast.com/.

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===''The Wizard of Oz: A Homegrown American Fairy Tale'' radio broadcast, BBC World Service===
'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz: A Homegrown American Fairy Tale'' radio documentary, BBC World Service and online streaming.''' This program looks at the origins and mythology of ''The Wizard of Oz'' and how it came about. It is currently available to listen or download online, anywhere in the world. Check the program's website at https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/w3ct1rl9 to listen to it online, or to download it.

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===To Oz? To Oz! online convention, the Internet===
'''To Oz? To Oz! online convention.''' With so many Oz events having to be cancelled this year because of the COVID-19 pandemic, a bunch of them got together to present some of their events to a worldwide, online audience for free. The live portions of the convention have now ended, but if you go to https://ozis.us/, you can see many prerecorded talks and events.

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===The OzConnection, YouTube===
'''The OzConnection, YouTube.''' OzCon International, the world's longest running ''Wizard of Oz'' convention, now has a YouTube channel at "The OzConnection", which features highlights of earlier cons and new material. The link is at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQU5pEFZZ6n_vXvRalgclSg.

The OzConnection has recently started two shows specifically for their channel. The first is a talk show called "OZ:Connect", which you can find in a playlist at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r-NAe0FKDXk&list=PLVNfENfXbx111GmnLLJFklUVGxPl1zUC-. The other new show is "Crypto-Oz-ology", short stories about all kinds of unusual happenings in Oz, which is in a playlist at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sCoSH97u4ts&list=PLVNfENfXbx11g0DhXikoqyP0dslwHeC1h.

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===Oz Talk, YouTube===
'''''Oz Talk'' panel talk show, YouTube.''' Join five Oz friends as they discuss any and all Oz subjects under the sun. New episodes will drop every two weeks on [https://www.youtube.com/c/TheOfficialOzClub/videos the Official Oz Club's YouTube Channel]. You can find the playlist for ''Oz Talk'' at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VNINbbefPS4&list=PL3OVMLWgINCRfgeWZR8GPJOp11rR73Ssc.

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===''Fifty Years of Oziana'' Readings, Youtube===
'''''Fifty Years of Oziana'' short story readings, YouTube.''' To celebrate fifty years of ''Oziana'', the International Wizard of Oz Club's annual literary magazine, Club members read stories from the last five decades. Many authors have even revisited their own stories. You can see the playlist of all stories [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hm6WXDLg9U8&list=PL3OVMLWgINCQ2a_CDuBggCt7kCYVaS4yD right here].

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===''Rainbow'' movie, Netflix===
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'''Now playing: ''Rainbow'', on Netflix worldwide.''' The first streaming service premieres this new movie, from director Paco León, that uses themes and imagery from ''The Wizard of Oz'' to explore the coming of age of Dora, a young Spanish woman who finds that everything she thought she knew about her life may be wrong. Available in an English dub, or with English subtitles.

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===The Wizard of Oz Experience, Around the World===
'''The Wizard of Oz Experience.''' The interactive outdoors event will be making making another set of appearances around the United States, Canada, and Australia in the spring of 2024. Take a look at https://questoapp.com/ for when it's coming to your town.

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===The Wicked Wizard Afternoon Tea, London, England, United Kingdom===
'''The Wicked Wizard Afternoon Tea, The Franklin Hotel, London, England, United Kingdom.''' Enjoy an Oz-themed tea, inspired by ''The Wizard of Oz'' and ''Wicked'', in the heart of London's Knightsbridge district. Tea is served from noon to 6:00, costs £49 (spirits are extra), and reservations must be made at least twenty-four hours in advance. For more information, including the menu, see [https://collezione.starhotels.com/en/our-hotels/the-franklin-london/restaurants-and-bars/wicked-wizard-at-the-franklin.html?_gl=1*1cfuckg*_up*MQ..*_gs*MQ..*_ga*MzU1MjIzMDI0LjE3NDE1NzY0NjA.*_ga_444Y1N2CEK*MTc0MTU3NjQ1OC4xLjEuMTc0MTU3NjU3NS4wLjAuMTkzNzQwNjk0Nw..*_ga_YXSDGTQ8NB*MTc0MTU3NjQ1OC4xLjEuMTc0MTU3NjU3NS4wLjAuNDIxNjUwMTc1&gclid=Cj0KCQiAlbW-BhCMARIsADnwasphX4BQH4lMNEKBognzeTmjcu96bA-ZlcDfhhU2ouaxc5CgyV41YLMaAjUfEALw_wcB the Franklin's website].

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===''Ruby Red Handed: Stealing America’s Most Famous Pair of Shoes'', Hulu===
'''Now playing: ''Ruby Red Handed: Stealing America’s Most Famous Pair of Shoes'', Hulu Streaming Service.''' This ABC News documentary delves into the 2005 theft of a pair of Ruby Slippers in Minnesota and the subsequent investigation and recovery. Take a look at https://www.hulu.com/series/4dd523b6-cfb6-4d4f-99c8-9febd2e4af68.

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===''The Wizard of Oz'', Las Vegas, Nevada===
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'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz'' at the Sphere, Las Vegas, Nevada.''' See the famous 1939 film version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in a whole new way. This is an immersive reimagining in 16K on a huge screen surrounding the audience. For more information and to buy tickets, go to https://www.thesphere.com/shows/wizard-of-oz-experience.

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===Candlelight: ''The Wizard of Oz'' concerts, around the world===
'''Candlelight: ''The Wizard of Oz'' concerts, around the world.''' In conjunction with Warner Bros., Candlelight is presenting songs from the famous movie version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in venues around the world amidst a sea of flickering candles. For more information or to locate a concert, see the website at https://candlelightexperience.com/wizard-of-oz-concerts/.

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===Bloomland in Oz, Burlington, Ontario, Canada===
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'''Now through April 6, 2026: Bloomland in Oz, Royal Botanical Gardens Canada, Burlington, Ontario, Canada.''' The Gardens' 2026 showcase features floral displays and artistic creations, all inspired by the novel ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz''. For more information or to purchase tickets, see the website at https://www.rbg.ca/things-to-do/by-season/special-events/winter-exhibit/. And here's a behind-the-scenes look:
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===Stories of Cinema: Identity exhibit, Los Angeles, California===
'''Now through January 10, 2027: Stories of Cinema: Identity exhibit, Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, Los Angeles, California.''' The Academy Museum has brought its pair of Ruby Slippers back for the public to view. This exhibit also includes costumes and design studies from such movies as ''Flower Drum Song'', ''Dreamgirls'', ''Moulin Rouge!'', ''Amadeus'', ''Ma Raimey's Black Bottom'', ''Barbie'', and ''Wicked''. For more information, see the museum's website at https://www.academymuseum.org/en/exhibitions/stories-of-cinema-identity.

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==March 2026==
===An Emerald Evening in Oz, Kansas City, Missouri===
'''March 28, 2026: An Emerald Evening in Oz, The Midland Theatre, Kansas City, Missouri.''' The Kansas City Repertory Theatre's latest fundraiser has a distinctly Ozian touch this year, in celebration of the company's upcoming production of ''The Wizard of Oz''. For more information, including how to reserve a seat or a table, see https://kcrep.org/event/gala/.

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==April 2026==
===''Return to Oz'' 40th Anniversary Screening, San Francisco, California===
'''April 9, 2026: ''Return to Oz'' 40th Anniversary Screening, The Castro Theatre, San Francisco, California.''' The legendary San Francisco theater is opening again after renavations, and part of the program will be a rare theatrical screening of the 1985 Disney movie ''Return to Oz'' to celebrate it's fortieth anniversary (maybe a few months late). The special guest is director Walter Murch, who will discuss the film and answer questions afterwards. For more details, see the show's website at https://thecastro.com/events/movies-for-maniacs-260409/

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===Garmin Marathon in the Land of Oz, Olathe, Kansas===
'''April 26, 2026: Garmin Marathon in the Land of Oz, Olathe, Kansas.''' If you're going to have a 26.2-mile run in Kansas, you may as well give it an Oz theme! For more information and to register, see the race's website at http://ozrun.org/.

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==May 2026==
===''The Wizard of Oz'' play, Kansas City, Missouri===
'''May 5-24, 2026: ''The Wizard of Oz'' play, Kansas City Repertory Theatre, Kansas City, Missouri.''' The company presents the Royal Shakespeare Company's adaptation of the famous musical version of the story, based on the famous movie. For more details or to purchase tickets, see https://kcrep.org/event/the-wizard-of-oz/.

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===Yellow Brick Road Festival, Sedan, Kansas===
'''May 22-23, 2026: Yellow Brick Road Festival, Sedan, Kansas.''' This town in Kansas celebrates ''The Wizard of Oz'' every year. For details, see http://www.lasr.net/travel/city.php?Sedan&Kansas&Yellow+Brick+Road+Festival&City_ID=KS0604019&Event_ID=KS0604019e002&VE=Y or call 620-725-4033.

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===''It's Dorothy'' documentary, Port Jefferson, New York===
'''May 31, 2026: ''It's Dorothy'' documentary, Theatre Three, Port Jefferson, New York.''' Theatre Three and the Por Jefferson Arts Council present a screening of this documentary about the heroine of ''The Wizard of Oz'' and the actresses who have played her. The show starts at 7:30, and tickets are $10. For more information, see the theatre's website at https://theatrethree.com/special_events/dorothy/.

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==June 2026==
===Oz-Stravaganza, Chittenango, New York===
'''June 5-7, 2026: Oz-Stravaganza, Chittenango, New York.''' This village in upstate New York honors its native son, L. Frank Baum, with an annual festival honoring his creation, the Land of Oz. For more information, see the event's website at http://www.oz-stravaganza.com/.

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==August 2026==
===Oz Festival Illinois, Mapleton, Illinois===
'''August (exact date to be announced), 2025: Oz Fest Illinois, Butler Haynes Park, Mapleton, Illinois.'''. For more information, see the event's website at https://www.hollispark.org/oz-fest, or the Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/OzFestIllinois/.

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==September 2026==
===Autumn at Oz Party, Banner Elk, North Carolina===
'''September (exact dates to be announced), 2026: Autumn at Oz Party, Beech Mountain, Banner Elk, North Carolina.''' The Wizard of Oz Park on the mountain may no longer be in regular operation, but it's still there, and Oz and park fans get together once a year for a party. Hurricane Hélène paused the event for 2025, but there's hope for a return in 2026. For more information, check out https://landofoznc.com/.

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===OzFest, Liberal, Kansas===
'''September (exact date to be announced), 2026: OzFest, Liberal, Kansas.''' The home town of the Dorothy's House attraction hosts its annual tribute to Dorothy and Oz. For more information, see [https://www.lasr.net/travel/city.php?Ozfest&TravelTo=KS1019015&VE=Y&Event_ID=KS1019015e002 the city's events page] and [http://visitliberal.com/ the city's website] (and be sure to call 1-800-LIBERAL to confirm event and dates).

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==October 2026==
===Oztoberfest, Wamego, Kansas===
'''October (exact date to be announced), 2026: Oztoberfest, Wamego, Kansas.''' The town not only has an Oz museum, they put on an annual Oz festival. Authors and other special guests will attend, and there's also admission to the museum. For more details, call the Oz museum at 1-866-458-TOTO, or see the event's website at http://oztoberfest.com/.

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==November 2026==
===TeslaCon, Middleton, Wisconsin===
'''November 12-15, 2026: TeslaCon, Marriott of Middleton, Middleton, Wisconsin.''' The country's largest steampunk convention celebrates its sixteenth edition, and this year the theme is Oz. For more information, see the convention's website at https://teslacon.com/.

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==Holiday Season 2026-27==
===''The Wizard of Oz'', holiday cablecasts===
'''''The Wizard of Oz'' holiday cablecasts, TBS and TNT.''' The stations' annual holiday season showings of the famous film version are, generally speaking, around Thanksgiving on TBS and Christmas on TNT. Check your local provider for exact times and channels on your system. Keep checking back for updates.

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===''The Wiz'' holiday telecasts===
'''''The Wiz'' holiday telecasts.''' Channels have holiday time airings of the 1978 film adaptation of ''The Wiz'', starring Diana Ross as Dorothy, Michael Jackson as the Scarecrow, Lena Horne as Glinda, and Richard Pryor as the Wiz. Keep checking back for updates.

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===''If I Only Had Christmas'' television movie, The Hallmark Channel===
'''''If I Only Had Christmas'' television movie, The Hallmark Channel.''' A Hallmark Christmas romance movie, first shown in 2020 and based (extremely loosely) on ''The Wizard of Oz''! Candace Cameron Bure stars as Darcy Gale, a publicist who teams up with Huck, a cynical business owner played by Neil Webb, to help out a charity in need. It airs many times at Christmas, and occasionally at other times throughout the year (check your local television provider for exact time and channel on your system). For more details and a sneak peek behind the scenes, take a look at [https://www.etonline.com/candace-cameron-bure-stars-in-hallmark-channels-if-i-only-had-christmas-first-look-exclusive-154864 the news report on the ''Entertainment Tonight'' website]. And [https://celebratingthesoaps.com/hallmark/hallmark-channel-news-wizard-of-oz-reimagined-candace-cameron-bure-in-if-i-only-had-christmas/ here's another report with another preview]. Finally, [https://www.hallmarkchannel.com/if-i-only-had-christmas here's the movie's page on the channel's website].

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==January 2027==
===Волшебник Изумрудного города, часть II, theaters throughout Russia===
'''January 1, 2027: ''Волшебник Изумрудного города, часть II'', theaters throughout Russia.''' The epic cinematic adaptation of Aleksandr Volkov's version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' comes to Russian theaters. Elli, Totoshka, Strasheela, the Iron Woodman, and the Cowardly Lion have reached the Emerald City. But will they meet the Wizard? What price will he ask from them to grant their wishes? Here's the teaser trailer:
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==June 2027==
===Judy Garland Festival, Grand Rapids, Minnesota===
'''June (exact dates to be announced), 2027: Judy Garland Festival, Judy Garland Museum and environs, Grand Rapids, Minnesota.''' Judy Garland's home town celebrates her in this annual festival (returning after taking 2026 off), with events all over town spread out over several days. For more information, keep an eye on the event's website at https://judygarlandmuseum.com/judy-garland-museum-events/.

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==To Be Determined==
===Wizard of Oz Days, Macon, Missouri===
'''Exact date to be announced: Wizard of Oz Days, Hannibal, Missouri.''' For complete details, see the event's Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/WizardofOzDays.

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OzWiki:Current events

2026-03-29T20:26:53Z

Ericgjovaag: /* Wicked play, around the world */

Other Oz events can also be found on [https://www.ozclub.org/calendar/ the International Wizard of Oz Club's online calendar].

Please note that, since I live in the United States and most Oz events take place in the United States, I will identify most event locations by city and state only. Any events taking place in other countries will include the name of the country as well.

==Going on now==
===''Wicked'' play, around the world===
'''Now playing: ''Wicked''.''' This is the award-winning musical based on Gregory Maguire's novel ''Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West''. The book is by Winnie Holzman, the music by Stephen Schwartz, and the show is directed by Joe Mantello. It has done so well, it has spawned the following productions:

* [http://www.gershwintheatre.com/ Gershwin Theater], Broadway, New York City, New York. Tickets may be purchased online at [http://www.ticketmaster.com/venue/24579 ticketmaster.com]. For more details, go to [http://wickedthemusical.com/ wickedthemusical.com]. For a "Behind the Emerald Curtain" tour on Saturday mornings, go to https://wickedthemusical.com/behind-the-emerald-curtain#scrolldown for details.

* The Apollo Victoria Theatre, The West End, London, England, United Kingdom. For more information, including booking tickets, see http://www.wickedthemusical.co.uk/.

* ''Wicked'' is also touring the United States and Canada. For more information and updates about the tour, see https://wickedthemusical.com/tickets/#tour. Here's the current schedule (locations and dates are subject to change):
** Now through April 5, 2026: [https://www.broadwayincolumbia.com/upcoming-shows/ Koger Center for the Arts], Columbia, South Carolina
** April 8-19, 2026: [https://www.celebrityattractions.com/shows/10200/WICKED/Little-Rock/2026 Robinson Center], Little Rock, Arkansas
** April 22-May 3, 2026: Juanita K. Hammons Hall, Springfield, Missouri
** May 6-June 14, 2026: [https://dallas.broadway.com/shows/wicked/ Music Hall at Fair Park], Dallas, Texas
** June 17-July 5, 2026: [https://ticketomaha.com/Productions/wicked Orpheum Theater], Omaha, Nebraska
** July 8-August 9, 2026: [https://hennepinarts.org/events/wicked Orpheum Theatre], Minneapolis, Minnesota
** August 12-30, 2026: [https://kansascity.broadway.com/shows/wicked/ Music Hall], Kansas City, Missouri
** September 2-20, 2026: [https://www.desmoinesperformingarts.org/whats-on/events/2025-26/broadway/wicked Des Moines Civic Center], Des Moines, Iowa

* A non-reproduction staging is now running at the Teatr Muzyczny ROMA in Warsaw, Poland. For more information, see https://www.teatrroma.pl/spektakl/wicked/.

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===''The Wiz'' play, national tour===
'''''The Wiz'' play, national tour.''' After its Broadway run, this new staging of the Tony-winning musical adaptation of ''The Wizard of Oz'' heads out on a North American tour. The following dates have been announced:

* April 21-26, 2026: [https://www.altriatheater.com/events/detail/the-wiz-2025 Altria Center], Richmond, Virginia
* May 5-10, 2026: [https://www.celebrityattractions.com/shows/10194/THE-WIZ/Tulsa/2026 Tulsa Performing Arts Center], Tulsa, Oklahoma
* May 12-17, 2026: [https://austin.broadway.com/shows/the-wiz/ Bass Concert Hall], Austin, Texas
* May 19-24, 2026: [https://www.okcbroadway.com/wiz Civic Center Music Hall], Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
* May 26-31, 2026: [https://americantheatreguild.com/toledo/shows/the-wiz/ Stranahan Theater], Toledo, Ohio

More dates and cities will be coming. For more information, see the show's website at https://wizmusical.com/.

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===''The Wizard of Oz on Ice'' on tour===
'''Now on Tour: ''The Wizard of Oz on Ice''.''' The new, reimagined version of the 1990s ice show returns for another season. The company has announced the following tour dates:
* March 27, 2026: [https://www.moonlightstage.com/shows-tickets Moonlight Amphitheatre], Vista, California
* March 28, 2026: [https://www.ycpac.com/Online/default.asp?BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Avenue_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Acity_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Amonth_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Aobject_type_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Acategory_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_from=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_to=&doWork%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3Asearch=1&BOparam%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3Asearch%3A%3Aarticle_search_id=EE8716B4-0827-4B0D-9ACB-038A148DF966&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_criteria=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_from=2026-3-28&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_to=2026-3-28 Jim and Linda Lee Performing Arts Center], Prescott, Arizona
* March 29, 2026: [https://tickets.haughpac.com/wizard Haugh Performing Arts Center], Glendora, California
* March 30, 2026: [https://higleycenter.org/ Higley Center for the Performing Arts], Gilbert, Arizona
* April 10, 2026: [https://www.sunsetcenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Sunset Cultural Center], Carmel-by-the-Sea, California
* April 11, 2026: [https://www.lpac.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Lancaster Performing Arts Center], Lancaster, California
* April 12, 2026: [https://livermorearts.org/ Livermore Valley Performing Arts Center], Livermore, California
* April 15, 2026: [https://craterian.org/event/the-wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Craterian Theater], Medford, Oregon
* April 16, 2026: [https://columbiatheatre.com/new-events/wizard-of-oz-on-ice Columbia Theatre], Longview, Washington
* April 17, 2026: [https://www.washingtoncenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice-4-17-2026/ Washington Center for the Performing Arts], Olympia, Washington
* April 19, 2026: [https://buttearts.org/ Mother Lode Theatre], Butte, Montana
* April 30, 2026: [https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/41568594/wizard-of-oz-on-ice-pembroke-givens-performing-arts-center?_gl=1*17vkium*_ga*MTg1OTc1NzAyOS4xNzU3MTE1MzQz*_ga_LQFXLBGNDL*czE3NTcxMTUzNDMkbzEkZzEkdDE3NTcxMTUzNzMkajMwJGwwJGgw Givens Performing Arts Center], Pembroke, North Carolina

For more information about the show, see the website at https://wizardofozonice.com/.

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===''Ozmafia'' anime series, on the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Ozmafia'' anime series, crunchyroll.com.''' In this Japanese anime series (based on the video game of the same name), Scarlet is a new transfer student at Oz Academy. He doesn't get off to a good start, but the teachers seem nice enough. But what strange secrets are hiding at Oz Academy, and why are they at war with the other academies? Episodes (in Japanese, with English subtitles) are available to view online at http://www.crunchyroll.com/ozmafia for free.

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===''The Wizard of Oz'' and ''The Wiz'', throughout the United Kingdom===
'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz'', throughout the United Kingdom.''' Oz is a popular show to perform in the United Kingdom, and there always seems to be a show going on somewhere. For a complete listing of all upcoming productions of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in the United Kingdom, see the listings at [http://www.list.co.uk/events/theatre/what:The%20Wizard%20of%20Oz/sort:date/show:100/ ''The List''], naturally. They also have listings for performances of [http://www.list.co.uk/events/theatre/what:The%20Wiz/sort:date/show:100/ ''The Wiz''].

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===''Emerald City'' television series, NBC.com===
'''''Emerald City'' television series, NBC.com''' The latest Oz TV project has gone through its broadcast run on NBC. But the show's website is still up at http://www.nbc.com/emerald-city. You can still watch episodes online at http://www.nbc.com/emerald-city/episodes, and the show is also streaming on Peacock.

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===''Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz'', Internet Streaming and Cablecast===
'''Now playing: ''Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz'' cartoon series, Internet Streaming.''' This is the latest Oz cartoon series, based (very loosely) on the famous 1939 film version. Dorothy is now a princess of Oz and living in the Emerald City with Queen Ozma. But she's still having adventures! For more information, see the show's website at https://watch.boomerang.com/shows/dorothy-franchise/series/dorothy-series/volume-1. Or, if you have the Boomerang or Cartoon Network cable channels, episodes are now being shown in territories around the world, outside the United States, also have the show, so check your local version of the Cartoon Network, Boomerang, or Max channels or websites.

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===''Lost in Oz'' series, Internet streaming===
'''Now playing: ''Lost in Oz'', Amazon Video streaming.''' This animated series from Amazon tells the story of Dorothy, a modern-day girl, and her dog Toto, who are whisked to Oz when Dorothy opens one of her mother's old journals. To get home, she must find the elements of magic and help restore magic to Oz. Fortunately she has made friends with Ojo the Munchkin and West, a trainee witch, to help her out. To get started, see Amazon's ''Lost in Oz'' website at https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00Z89MYTI! And in November of 2022, [https://www.youtube.com/embed/h4fc1XvdBrk this short was dropped] with news of what's to come.

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===''Dee & Friends in Oz'', Netflix worldwide===
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'''Now playing: ''Dee & Friends in Oz'', Netflix worldwide.''' The streaming service has announced their new shows for 2024, including ''Dee & Friends in Oz'', an animated musical series aimed at preschoolers. Dee is a young girl who discovers a key to the magical land of Oz, where she makes friends and has has adventures where she saves the day. Want a sneak peek? [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oPAZCfmc0mQ&ab_channel=NetflixJr. Here's the first episode!]

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===''Chronicles of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now streaming: The ''Chronicles of Oz'' podcast.''' This audio adaptation of the first three Oz books, each in six episodes, presents ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', ''The Marvellous Land of Oz'', and ''Ozma of Oz'', plus a special episode adapting ''The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus''. Produced by Crossover Adventure Productions out of Australia. All episodes, along with trailers and other materials, can be downloaded at http://chroniclesofoz.com/.

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===''The Royal Podcast of Oz'', the Internet===
'''Now streaming: ''The Royal Podcast of Oz'', podbean.com and other podcasting sites.''' Now running for over a decade, this podcast is devoted to all things Oz, with interviews, reviews, news, and other items of interest to Oz fans of all types. You can listen to or download all editions at https://anchor.fm/the-royal-podcast-of-oz/, or look for it on your favorite podcast site.

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===''Wait Wait…Don't Tell Me'', National Public Radio===
'''Now streaming: ''Wait Wait…Don't Tell Me'' edition of May 11, 2019, npr.org.''' The popular current events quiz show recorded this episode in St. Louis, and got one of the city's most celebrated residents to play "Not My Job". Former Cardinals shortstop and Hall of Fame inductee Ozzie Smith was nicknamed "The Wizard of Oz" in his playing days, so naturally, he gets to answer questions about ''The Wizard of Oz''! You can listen to the entire episode [https://www.npr.org/programs/wait-wait-dont-tell-me/722132214/wait-wait-for-may-11-2019-with-not-my-job-guest-ozzie-smith?showDate=2019-05-11 here], or just Smith's segment [https://www.npr.org/2019/05/11/721853591/not-my-job-we-quiz-baseball-great-ozzie-smith-on-the-wizard-of-oz here].

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===''Hit the Bricks!'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Hit the Bricks!'' podcast, the Internet.''' One hundred years after the events of ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', the Gale farm is abandoned, and a new generation is off to have adventures in Oz. The first act has now dropped, with further episodes to come. For more information, see the show's website at https://hitthebricks.com/, and its Twitter feed at https://twitter.com/HitTheBricksPod/.

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===''The Smallwood Sessions'' podcast, "The Podcast of Oz", the Internet===
'''Now playing: "The Podcast of Oz" episode of ''The Smallwood Sessions'' podcast.''' To celebrate what would have been the 2020 edition of Chittenango's Oz-Stravaganza, this podcast about upstate New York celebrates Oz and creator L. Frank Baum's connections to the area. To listen, go to https://anchor.fm/josh-taylor87/episodes/Episode-22-The-Podcast-of-Oz-ef05f4.

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===''Down the Yellow Brick Pod'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Down the Yellow Brick Pod'' podcast.''' This podcast takes a deep dive into the Oz books, one chapter at a time, and looks at all that they encompass. Available on many podcast sources, including Google Podcasts, and through [https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS8xMTcyMTM4LnJzcw?hl=en this link].

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===''The Wonderful Recap of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''The Wonderful Recap of Oz'' podcast.''' This podcast recaps the Oz books, one per episode. Available Available on many podcast sources, including Google Podcasts, and through [https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy80ZjgyMWIyYy9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw== this link].

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===''No Place Like Home'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''No Place Like Home'' podcast.''' This podcast looks at the Ruby Slippers, how they were stolen in 2005 and found again in 2018, and all the background behind them, the production of The Movie, the life of Judy Garland, and more. Available on most podcasting sites. For more information, the show's website is at https://shows.cadence13.com/podcast/noplacelikehome.

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===''The Lost Princess of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''The Lost Princess of Oz'' podcast.''' A new, original Oz story for kids (of all ages), told in six parts, with songs, and presented by the Delaware Children's Theatre. Although based on Baum's writings, this is not the same story as his novel ''The Lost Princess of Oz''. For more information, or to subscribe, see the show's website at https://www.thelostprincessofozpodcast.com/.

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===''The Wizard of Oz: A Homegrown American Fairy Tale'' radio broadcast, BBC World Service===
'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz: A Homegrown American Fairy Tale'' radio documentary, BBC World Service and online streaming.''' This program looks at the origins and mythology of ''The Wizard of Oz'' and how it came about. It is currently available to listen or download online, anywhere in the world. Check the program's website at https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/w3ct1rl9 to listen to it online, or to download it.

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===To Oz? To Oz! online convention, the Internet===
'''To Oz? To Oz! online convention.''' With so many Oz events having to be cancelled this year because of the COVID-19 pandemic, a bunch of them got together to present some of their events to a worldwide, online audience for free. The live portions of the convention have now ended, but if you go to https://ozis.us/, you can see many prerecorded talks and events.

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===The OzConnection, YouTube===
'''The OzConnection, YouTube.''' OzCon International, the world's longest running ''Wizard of Oz'' convention, now has a YouTube channel at "The OzConnection", which features highlights of earlier cons and new material. The link is at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQU5pEFZZ6n_vXvRalgclSg.

The OzConnection has recently started two shows specifically for their channel. The first is a talk show called "OZ:Connect", which you can find in a playlist at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r-NAe0FKDXk&list=PLVNfENfXbx111GmnLLJFklUVGxPl1zUC-. The other new show is "Crypto-Oz-ology", short stories about all kinds of unusual happenings in Oz, which is in a playlist at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sCoSH97u4ts&list=PLVNfENfXbx11g0DhXikoqyP0dslwHeC1h.

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===Oz Talk, YouTube===
'''''Oz Talk'' panel talk show, YouTube.''' Join five Oz friends as they discuss any and all Oz subjects under the sun. New episodes will drop every two weeks on [https://www.youtube.com/c/TheOfficialOzClub/videos the Official Oz Club's YouTube Channel]. You can find the playlist for ''Oz Talk'' at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VNINbbefPS4&list=PL3OVMLWgINCRfgeWZR8GPJOp11rR73Ssc.

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===''Fifty Years of Oziana'' Readings, Youtube===
'''''Fifty Years of Oziana'' short story readings, YouTube.''' To celebrate fifty years of ''Oziana'', the International Wizard of Oz Club's annual literary magazine, Club members read stories from the last five decades. Many authors have even revisited their own stories. You can see the playlist of all stories [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hm6WXDLg9U8&list=PL3OVMLWgINCQ2a_CDuBggCt7kCYVaS4yD right here].

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===''Rainbow'' movie, Netflix===
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'''Now playing: ''Rainbow'', on Netflix worldwide.''' The first streaming service premieres this new movie, from director Paco León, that uses themes and imagery from ''The Wizard of Oz'' to explore the coming of age of Dora, a young Spanish woman who finds that everything she thought she knew about her life may be wrong. Available in an English dub, or with English subtitles.

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===The Wizard of Oz Experience, Around the World===
'''The Wizard of Oz Experience.''' The interactive outdoors event will be making making another set of appearances around the United States, Canada, and Australia in the spring of 2024. Take a look at https://questoapp.com/ for when it's coming to your town.

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===The Wicked Wizard Afternoon Tea, London, England, United Kingdom===
'''The Wicked Wizard Afternoon Tea, The Franklin Hotel, London, England, United Kingdom.''' Enjoy an Oz-themed tea, inspired by ''The Wizard of Oz'' and ''Wicked'', in the heart of London's Knightsbridge district. Tea is served from noon to 6:00, costs £49 (spirits are extra), and reservations must be made at least twenty-four hours in advance. For more information, including the menu, see [https://collezione.starhotels.com/en/our-hotels/the-franklin-london/restaurants-and-bars/wicked-wizard-at-the-franklin.html?_gl=1*1cfuckg*_up*MQ..*_gs*MQ..*_ga*MzU1MjIzMDI0LjE3NDE1NzY0NjA.*_ga_444Y1N2CEK*MTc0MTU3NjQ1OC4xLjEuMTc0MTU3NjU3NS4wLjAuMTkzNzQwNjk0Nw..*_ga_YXSDGTQ8NB*MTc0MTU3NjQ1OC4xLjEuMTc0MTU3NjU3NS4wLjAuNDIxNjUwMTc1&gclid=Cj0KCQiAlbW-BhCMARIsADnwasphX4BQH4lMNEKBognzeTmjcu96bA-ZlcDfhhU2ouaxc5CgyV41YLMaAjUfEALw_wcB the Franklin's website].

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===''Ruby Red Handed: Stealing America’s Most Famous Pair of Shoes'', Hulu===
'''Now playing: ''Ruby Red Handed: Stealing America’s Most Famous Pair of Shoes'', Hulu Streaming Service.''' This ABC News documentary delves into the 2005 theft of a pair of Ruby Slippers in Minnesota and the subsequent investigation and recovery. Take a look at https://www.hulu.com/series/4dd523b6-cfb6-4d4f-99c8-9febd2e4af68.

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===''The Wizard of Oz'', Las Vegas, Nevada===
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'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz'' at the Sphere, Las Vegas, Nevada.''' See the famous 1939 film version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in a whole new way. This is an immersive reimagining in 16K on a huge screen surrounding the audience. For more information and to buy tickets, go to https://www.thesphere.com/shows/wizard-of-oz-experience.

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===Candlelight: ''The Wizard of Oz'' concerts, around the world===
'''Candlelight: ''The Wizard of OZ'' concerts, around the world.''' In conjunction with Warner Bros., Candlelight is presenting songs from the famous movie version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in venues around the world amidst a sea of flickering candles. For more information, or to locate a concert, see the website at https://candlelightexperience.com/wizard-of-oz-concerts/.

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===Bloomland in Oz, Burlington, Ontario, Canada===
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'''Now through April 6, 2026: Bloomland in Oz, Royal Botanical Gardens Canada, Burlington, Ontario, Canada.''' The Gardens' 2026 showcase features floral displays and artistic creations, all inspired by the novel ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz''. For more information or to purchase tickets, see the website at https://www.rbg.ca/things-to-do/by-season/special-events/winter-exhibit/. And here's a behind-the-scenes look:
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===Stories of Cinema: Identity exhibit, Los Angeles, California===
'''Now through January 10, 2027: Stories of Cinema: Identity exhibit, Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, Los Angeles, California.''' The Academy Museum has brought its pair of Ruby Slippers back for the public to view. This exhibit also includes costumes and design studies from such movies as ''Flower Drum Song'', ''Dreamgirls'', ''Moulin Rouge!'', ''Amadeus'', ''Ma Raimey's Black Bottom'', ''Barbie'', and ''Wicked''. For more information, see the museum's website at https://www.academymuseum.org/en/exhibitions/stories-of-cinema-identity.

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==March 2026==
===An Emerald Evening in Oz, Kansas City, Missouri===
'''March 28, 2026: An Emerald Evening in Oz, The Midland Theatre, Kansas City, Missouri.''' The Kansas City Repertory Theatre's latest fundraiser has a distinctly Ozian touch this year, in celebration of the company's upcoming production of ''The Wizard of Oz''. For more information, including how to reserve a seat or a table, see https://kcrep.org/event/gala/.

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==April 2026==
===''Return to Oz'' 40th Anniversary Screening, San Francisco, California===
'''April 9, 2026: ''Return to Oz'' 40th Anniversary Screening, The Castro Theatre, San Francisco, California.''' The legendary San Francisco theater is opening again after renavations, and part of the program will be a rare theatrical screening of the 1985 Disney movie ''Return to Oz'' to celebrate it's fortieth anniversary (maybe a few months late). The special guest is director Walter Murch, who will discuss the film and answer questions afterwards. For more details, see the show's website at https://thecastro.com/events/movies-for-maniacs-260409/

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===Garmin Marathon in the Land of Oz, Olathe, Kansas===
'''April 26, 2026: Garmin Marathon in the Land of Oz, Olathe, Kansas.''' If you're going to have a 26.2-mile run in Kansas, you may as well give it an Oz theme! For more information and to register, see the race's website at http://ozrun.org/.

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==May 2026==
===''The Wizard of Oz'' play, Kansas City, Missouri===
'''May 5-24, 2026: ''The Wizard of Oz'' play, Kansas City Repertory Theatre, Kansas City, Missouri.''' The company presents the Royal Shakespeare Company's adaptation of the famous musical version of the story, based on the famous movie. For more details or to purchase tickets, see https://kcrep.org/event/the-wizard-of-oz/.

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===Yellow Brick Road Festival, Sedan, Kansas===
'''May 22-23, 2026: Yellow Brick Road Festival, Sedan, Kansas.''' This town in Kansas celebrates ''The Wizard of Oz'' every year. For details, see http://www.lasr.net/travel/city.php?Sedan&Kansas&Yellow+Brick+Road+Festival&City_ID=KS0604019&Event_ID=KS0604019e002&VE=Y or call 620-725-4033.

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===''It's Dorothy'' documentary, Port Jefferson, New York===
'''May 31, 2026: ''It's Dorothy'' documentary, Theatre Three, Port Jefferson, New York.''' Theatre Three and the Por Jefferson Arts Council present a screening of this documentary about the heroine of ''The Wizard of Oz'' and the actresses who have played her. The show starts at 7:30, and tickets are $10. For more information, see the theatre's website at https://theatrethree.com/special_events/dorothy/.

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==June 2026==
===Oz-Stravaganza, Chittenango, New York===
'''June 5-7, 2026: Oz-Stravaganza, Chittenango, New York.''' This village in upstate New York honors its native son, L. Frank Baum, with an annual festival honoring his creation, the Land of Oz. For more information, see the event's website at http://www.oz-stravaganza.com/.

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==August 2026==
===Oz Festival Illinois, Mapleton, Illinois===
'''August (exact date to be announced), 2025: Oz Fest Illinois, Butler Haynes Park, Mapleton, Illinois.'''. For more information, see the event's website at https://www.hollispark.org/oz-fest, or the Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/OzFestIllinois/.

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==September 2026==
===Autumn at Oz Party, Banner Elk, North Carolina===
'''September (exact dates to be announced), 2026: Autumn at Oz Party, Beech Mountain, Banner Elk, North Carolina.''' The Wizard of Oz Park on the mountain may no longer be in regular operation, but it's still there, and Oz and park fans get together once a year for a party. Hurricane Hélène paused the event for 2025, but there's hope for a return in 2026. For more information, check out https://landofoznc.com/.

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===OzFest, Liberal, Kansas===
'''September (exact date to be announced), 2026: OzFest, Liberal, Kansas.''' The home town of the Dorothy's House attraction hosts its annual tribute to Dorothy and Oz. For more information, see [https://www.lasr.net/travel/city.php?Ozfest&TravelTo=KS1019015&VE=Y&Event_ID=KS1019015e002 the city's events page] and [http://visitliberal.com/ the city's website] (and be sure to call 1-800-LIBERAL to confirm event and dates).

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==October 2026==
===Oztoberfest, Wamego, Kansas===
'''October (exact date to be announced), 2026: Oztoberfest, Wamego, Kansas.''' The town not only has an Oz museum, they put on an annual Oz festival. Authors and other special guests will attend, and there's also admission to the museum. For more details, call the Oz museum at 1-866-458-TOTO, or see the event's website at http://oztoberfest.com/.

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==November 2026==
===TeslaCon, Middleton, Wisconsin===
'''November 12-15, 2026: TeslaCon, Marriott of Middleton, Middleton, Wisconsin.''' The country's largest steampunk convention celebrates its sixteenth edition, and this year the theme is Oz. For more information, see the convention's website at https://teslacon.com/.

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==Holiday Season 2026-27==
===''The Wizard of Oz'', holiday cablecasts===
'''''The Wizard of Oz'' holiday cablecasts, TBS and TNT.''' The stations' annual holiday season showings of the famous film version are, generally speaking, around Thanksgiving on TBS and Christmas on TNT. Check your local provider for exact times and channels on your system. Keep checking back for updates.

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===''The Wiz'' holiday telecasts===
'''''The Wiz'' holiday telecasts.''' Channels have holiday time airings of the 1978 film adaptation of ''The Wiz'', starring Diana Ross as Dorothy, Michael Jackson as the Scarecrow, Lena Horne as Glinda, and Richard Pryor as the Wiz. Keep checking back for updates.

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===''If I Only Had Christmas'' television movie, The Hallmark Channel===
'''''If I Only Had Christmas'' television movie, The Hallmark Channel.''' A Hallmark Christmas romance movie, first shown in 2020 and based (extremely loosely) on ''The Wizard of Oz''! Candace Cameron Bure stars as Darcy Gale, a publicist who teams up with Huck, a cynical business owner played by Neil Webb, to help out a charity in need. It airs many times at Christmas, and occasionally at other times throughout the year (check your local television provider for exact time and channel on your system). For more details and a sneak peek behind the scenes, take a look at [https://www.etonline.com/candace-cameron-bure-stars-in-hallmark-channels-if-i-only-had-christmas-first-look-exclusive-154864 the news report on the ''Entertainment Tonight'' website]. And [https://celebratingthesoaps.com/hallmark/hallmark-channel-news-wizard-of-oz-reimagined-candace-cameron-bure-in-if-i-only-had-christmas/ here's another report with another preview]. Finally, [https://www.hallmarkchannel.com/if-i-only-had-christmas here's the movie's page on the channel's website].

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==January 2027==
===Волшебник Изумрудного города, часть II, theaters throughout Russia===
'''January 1, 2027: ''Волшебник Изумрудного города, часть II'', theaters throughout Russia.''' The epic cinematic adaptation of Aleksandr Volkov's version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' comes to Russian theaters. Elli, Totoshka, Strasheela, the Iron Woodman, and the Cowardly Lion have reached the Emerald City. But will they meet the Wizard? What price will he ask from them to grant their wishes? Here's the teaser trailer:
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==June 2027==
===Judy Garland Festival, Grand Rapids, Minnesota===
'''June (exact dates to be announced), 2027: Judy Garland Festival, Judy Garland Museum and environs, Grand Rapids, Minnesota.''' Judy Garland's home town celebrates her in this annual festival (returning after taking 2026 off), with events all over town spread out over several days. For more information, keep an eye on the event's website at https://judygarlandmuseum.com/judy-garland-museum-events/.

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==To Be Determined==
===Wizard of Oz Days, Macon, Missouri===
'''Exact date to be announced: Wizard of Oz Days, Hannibal, Missouri.''' For complete details, see the event's Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/WizardofOzDays.

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==February 2, 2026: ''The Baum Bugle'' Winter 2025 Issue and ''Oziana'' 2025==
[[file:Bbwinter25.jpg|300 px|left]]The year's final issue of ''The Baum Bugle'' is back from the printers and off to members of the International Wizard of Oz Club. Look for more on this issue in the coming days. <br clear=all>

[[file:Oziana_2025.jpg|400 px|right]]Also available now is the 2025 issue of ''Oziana'', the Club's annual literary anthology. It is available for sale to anyone, even if they're not a member of the Club, through [https://www.lulu.com/shop/jl-bell-and-scott-b-blanke-and-nathan-m-dehoff-and-catherine-lombardi/oziana-2025/paperback/product-v8m6mke.html?page=1&pageSize=4 Lulu.com]. Look for more on this issue in the coming days as well. <br clear=all>

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==November 13, 2025: ''The Baum Bugle'' Autumn 2025 Issue==
[[file:Bbautumn25.jpg|right]] The latest issue of ''The Baum Bugle'', the journal of the International Wizard of oz Club, is making its way to members now. This issue celebrates forty years of ''Return to Oz'', and includes a comprehensive checklist of collectibles from the 1985 Disney movie.

In this issue:

* The wraparound front cover reproduces the art, by Josh Kirby, for a 1985 British ''Return to Oz'' jigsaw puzzle.
* The inside front cover has photos, taken by Tricia Trozzi, of the New York premiere of ''Return to Oz'' in June of 1985.
* In "Letters", Oz Club President and ''Bugle'' editor Sarah K. Crotzer discuss their encounters and memories of ''Return to Oz''.
* In "The ''Bugle'' Bulletin:
** The only known manuscript of "Over the Rainbow" is now in the Library of Congress.
** Documentarian Jeffrey McHale is taking his latest movie, ''It's Dorothy!'' around the film festival circuit.
** "Beyond the Shifting Sands" remembers recently passed Oz luminaries:
*** Robert A. Baum, Jr., the great-grandson of L. Frank Baum and a noted Oz scholar and historian in his own right.
*** Dr. Richard R. Rutter, a major collector and Winkie Convention attendee, who was especially known for his extravagant Oz costumes.
*** Drew Struzan, the celebrated movie poster artist whose works included ''Return to Oz''.
* Sarah K. Crotzer looks back at the life and career of the actress known in Oz circles as Princess Mombi from ''Return to Oz'' in "So…! The Many Heads of Jean Marsh".
* Tricia Trozzi looks back at what she was doing on June 21, 1985—attending the gala premiere of ''Return to Oz'' at Radio City Music Hall—in "Movie Memories".
* Original ''Return to Oz'' reviews are collected in "What the Papers Said: 1985 Edition, A Collection of Contemporaneous Media Opinions of ''Return to Oz''".
* Robert B. Luehrs contemplates one of L. Frank Baum's earlier characters in "The Pundit of Oz: Some Random Thoughts Concerning the Woggle-Bug".
* Sarah K. Crotzer updates previous ''Bugle'' checklists with "The Ultimate ''Return to Oz'' Merchandise Checklist", a full-color insert.
* Carl Rexroad continues on from an article in a previous issue with "The Editorial Cartoons of Oz, Part 2: Modern Times with ''The Wizard of Oz''".
* Jane Albright peeks behind the curtain of the latest iteration of ''The Wizard of Oz on Ice'' in "Melt the Witch, Not the Ice".
* Noted in "The Bugle Review":
** [https://cloverpress.us/collections/prose-books/products/oz-collection-kabumpo-in-oz ''Kabumpo in Oz'' by Ruth Plumly Thompson, newly illustrated by Sara Richard] and reviewed by Atticus Gannaway.
** [https://scriveningspress.com/book/a-hundred-magical-reasons/ ''A Hundred Magical Reasons'' by Laura DeNooyer], reviewed by J. L. Bell.
** [https://insighteditions.com/products/wicked-grimmerie-collectible-hardcover-journal ''Wicked: The Grimmerie Collectible Hardcover Journal''], reviewed by Atticus Gannaway.
** Three games in which Oz characters appear: [https://www.amazon.com/Lookout-Games-LK0101-Gingerbread-House/dp/B07JH62HXN ''Gingerbread House''], [https://horribleguild.com/eu/product/similo-fables/ ''Similo: Fables''], and [https://gamefound.com/en/projects/gabe-barrett/storybook-saga-solo-game-of-the-month ''Storybook Saga''], all reviewed by Sarah K. Crotzer.
* The inside back cover reprints a 1985 Japanese ad for ''Return to Oz'' merchandise from Nakajima Toys.

Also included with this issue is the card game Don't Wear Mombi's Head, a set of cards to color, cut out, and play with.

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==''Wicked'' and ''Wicked: For Good'' Accolades and Awards==
With high profile movie releases, naturally ''Wicked'' and ''Wicked: For Good'' will receive acclaim during the film award seasons. Here, then, we will keep track of awards presented to the ''Wicked'' movies and their cast and crew, plus nominations for awards to be given later. Keep an eye on this list or the Wikipedia pages for [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_accolades_received_by_Wicked_(2024_film) ''Wicked''] and [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wicked%3A_For_Good#Accolades ''Wicked: For Good''] as more news comes in.

The awards are presented here in the chronological order they were presented:
* September 27, 2024: International Cinematographers "Manaki Brothers" Film Festival, SUMOLIGHT Creative Energy Award: Alice Brooks (Cinematographer) and Dave Smith (Gaffer)
* November 18, 2024: Heartland Film Festival, Truly Moving Picture Award: ''Wicked''
* November 23, 2024: The International Film Festival of the Art of Cinematography Camerimage, Production Designer Award: Nathan Crowley
* December 4, 2024: National Board of Review
** Best Film: ''Wicked''
** Best Director: Jon M. Chu
** Spotlight Award: the creative collaboration of Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande
* December 5, 2024: American Film Institute Awards, Top 10 Films of the Year: ''Wicked'' (alongside nine other movies)
* December 8, 2024: Washington DC Area Film Critics Film Critics Association
** Best Feature: ''Wicked''
** Best Production Design: Nathan Crowley and Lee Sandales
* December 8, 2024: Astra Film and Creative Arts Awards
** Best Picture: ''Wicked''
** Best Actress: Cynthia Erivo
** Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande (tied with Zoe Saldaña for ''Emilia Pérez'')
** Best Director: Jon M. Chu
** Best Casting: Tiffany Little Canfield and Bernard Telsey
** Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
** Best Marketing Campaign: ''Wicked''
** Best Production Design: Nathan Crowley and Lee Sandales
* December 9, 2024: Celebration of Black Cinema and Television, Actress Award—Film: Cynthia Erivo
* December 9, 2024: Michigan Movie Critics Guild, Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande
* December 9, 2024: Atlanta Film Critics Circle, Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande
* December 9, 2024: San Diego Film Critics Society
** Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande
** Best Production Design: Nathan Crowley and Lee Sandales
** Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
* December 13, 2024: African-American Film Critics Association, Innovator Award: Paul Tazewell
* December 13, 2024: Las Vegas Film Critics Society
** Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
** Best Family Film: ''Wicked''
* December 15, 2024: St. Louis Film Critics Association, Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
* December 16, 2024: Phoenix Film Critics Society
** Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande
** Best Costume Design: ''Wicked''
* December 16, 2024: Seattle Film Critics Society, Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
* December 16, 2024: Iowa Film Critics Association, Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande (tied with Isabella Rossellini in ''Conclave'')
* December 16, 2024: Southeastern Film Critics Association, Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande
* December 21, 2024: Nevada Film Critics Society
** Best Actress: Cynthia Erivo
** Best Visual Effects: Pablo Helman
* December 28, 2024: Digital Spy Readers Awards, Most Anticipated Movie of 2025: ''Wicked: For Good''
* December 30, 2024: TiBS Editors Choice Awards:
** Best Actress: Cynthia Erivo
** Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande
** Best Director: Jon M. Chu
** Best Ensemble: ''Wicked''
* January 2, 2025: Capri Hollywood-International Film Festival Award, Best Sound: ''Wicked''
* January 2, 2025: Critics Association of Central Florida
** Best Cast: ''Wicked''
** Best Production Design: ''Wicked''
** Best Sound Design: ''Wicked''
* January 3, 2025: Palm Springs International Film Festival
** Creative Impact in Acting Award: Cynthia Erivo
** Rising Star Award: Ariana Grande
* January 3, 2025: Oklahoma Film Critics Circle, Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande
* January 4, 2025: DiscussingFilm Global Critic Award, Best Production Design: ''Wicked''
* January 5, 2025: Golden Globe Awards, Cinematic and Box Office Achievement: ''Wicked''
* January 10, 2025: Music City Film Critics Association, Best Music Film: ''Wicked''
* January 10, 2025: Minnesota Film Critics Association, Best Costume Design: ''Wicked''
* January 12, 2025: Puerto Rico Critics Association
** Best Comedy/Musical: ''Wicked''
** Best Production Design: ''Wicked''
** Best Costume Design: ''Wicked''
* January 13, 2025: North Dakota Film Society, Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
* January 13, 2025: Hawaii Film Critics Society
** Best Art Direction: ''Wicked''
** Best Costume Design: ''Wicked''
** Best Visual Effects: ''Wicked''
* January 14, 2025: Portland Critics Association, Best Supporting Performance (Female): Ariana Grande
* January 16, 2025: North American Film Critics Association, Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande
* January 24, 2025: Denver Film Critics Society, Best Supporting Performance by an Actor, Female: Ariana Grande
* January 26, 2025: Satellite Awards
** Best Supporting Actress—Motion Picture: Ariana Grande
** Best Production Design: ''Wicked''
** Best Costume Design: ''Wicked''
** Best Sound: ''Wicked''
** Make-Up Award: ''Wicked''
* January 27, 2025: Online Film Critics Society, Technical Achievement Award — Choreography: ''Wicked''
* February 6, 2025: Costume Designers Guild Awards, Excellence in Sci-Fi/Fantasy Film: Paul Tazewell
* February 7, 2025: Set Decorators Society of America, Best Achievement in Décor/Design of a Comedy or Musical Feature Film: Lee Sandales and Nathan Crowley
* February 7, 2025: Critics' Choice Movie Awards
** Best Director: Jon M. Chu
** Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
** Best Production Design: Nathan Crowley and Lee Sandales
* February 7, 2025: AACTA Awards, Audience Choice Award for Favourite Film: ''Wicked''
* February 9, 2025: Santa Barbara International Film Festival, Virtuoso Award: Ariana Grande
* February 9, 2025: AARP Movies for Grownups Awards, Best Screenwriter: Winnie Holzman
* February 12, 2025: Artios Awards, Outstanding Achievement in Casting – Big Budget Feature (Comedy): Bernard Telsey, Tiffany Little Canfield, Ryan Bernard Tymensky, Tamsyn Manson
* February 13, 2025: Dorian Awards
** Supporting Film Performance of the Year: Ariana Grande
** "We're Wilde About You" Rising Star Award: Jonathan Bailey
** Galeca LGBTQIA+ Film Trailblazer: Cynthia Erivo
* February 15, 2025: Art Directors Guild Awards, Excellence in Production Design for a Fantasy Film: Nathan Crowley
* February 15, 2025: Make-Up Artists and Hair Stylists Guild
** Best Period and/or Character Make-Up in a Feature-Length Motion Picture: Frances Hannon, Alice Jones, Nuria Mbornio, Johanna Nielsen, Branka Vorkapic
** Best Period and/or Character Hair Styling in a Feature-Length Motion Picture: Frances Hannon, Sarah Nuth, Sim Camps, Gabor Kerekes
* February 16, 2025: BAFTA Film Awards
** Best Production Design: ''Wicked''
** Best Costume Design: ''Wicked''
* February 17, 2025: Black Reel Awards
** Outstanding Soundtrack: ''Wicked''
** Outstanding Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
* February 17, 2025: Latino Entertainment Journalists Society
** Best Production Design: Nathan Crowley and Lee Sandales
** Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
* February 22, 2025: NAACP Image Awards
** Outstanding Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
** Outstanding Soundtrack/Compilation Album: ''Wicked: The Soundtrack''
* February 23, 2025: Online Film and Television Association
** Best Production Design: ''Wicked''
** Best Costume Design: ''Wicked''
** Best Adapted Song: "Defying Gravity"
* February 23, 2025: Golden Reel Awards, Outstanding Achievement in Music Editing–Feature Motion Picture: Catherine Wilson, Robin Baynton
* February 28, 2025: International Cinematographers Guild Publicists Awards, Maxwell Weinberg Award for Motion Picture Publicity Campaign: ''Wicked''
* March 2, 2025: Academy Awards
** Best Costume Design: ''Wicked''
** Best Production Design: ''Wicked''
* March 11, 2025: Queerties
** Drama Movie: ''Wicked''
** Film Performance: Jonathan Bailey
** Next Big Thing: ''Wicked: For Good''
* March 14, 2025: American Cinema Editors Awards, Best Edited Feature Film – Comedy or Musical: Myron Kerstein
* March 17, 2025: iHeartRadio Music Awards, Favorite Soundtrack: ''Wicked: The Soundtrack''
* April 22, 2025: Webby Awards, Variety and Reality, General Video and Film: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a7Inn_IA-MA&ab_channel=Variety ''Wicked'' Stars Ariana Grande & Cynthia Erivo Break Down Viral "Holding Space" Interview]
* June 9, 2025: The BET Awards, Best Actress: Cynthia Erivo
* June 21, 2025: Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards:
** Favorite Movie: ''Wicked''
** Favorite Movie Actress: Ariana Grande as Glinda
** Favorite Song from a Movie: "Defying Gravity"
* July 3, 2025: Astra Midseason Movie Awards, Most Anticipated Film: ''Wicked: For Good''
* August 5, 2025: Las Culturista Culture Awards, Harshest Truth About ''Wicked'': Phannee not realized, we don't get into his gay story (What was that like? Was it hard coming out or was Pfannee born wealthy? Prequel idea about this.)
* October 19, 2025: Middleburg Film Festival, Creative Collaborators Award: Alice Brooks (cinematographer) and Myron Kerstein (editor), ''Wicked: For Good''
* October 26, 2025: Savannah Film Festival, Vanguard Director Award: Jon M. Chu
* November 3, 2025: ''People'' Magazine's Sexiest Man Alive: Jonathan Bailey
* November 4, 2025: Media Access Awards, Christopher Reeve Acting Award: Marissa Bode
* November 18, 2025: British GQ Man of the Year: Cynthia Erivo (one of eighteen honorees)
* November 19, 2025: Hollywood Music in Media Awards, Music Themed Film, Biopic, or Musical: ''Wicked: For Good'', Jon M. Chu
* December 3, 2025: National Board of Review: Top 10 Films (one of ten, but not Film of the Year)
* December 4, 2025: American Film Institute Awards: Top 10 Films (one of ten)
* December 9, 2025: African-American Film Critics Association, Top Ten Films of the Year: ''Wicked: For Good''
* December 11, 2025: Astra Film Awards, Best Visual Effects: ''Wicked: For Good'', Pablo Helman, Jonathan Fawkner, Anthony Smith, Dale Newton, and Paul Corbould
* December 15, 2025: San Diego Film Critics Society, Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell, ''Wicked: For Good''
* December 19, 2025: Las Vegas Film Critics Society, Top Ten Films of the Year: ''Wicked: For Good''
* December 28, 2025: Iowa Film Critics Association
** Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande
** Best Song, "The Girl in the Bubble"
* December 29, 2025: The King's New Year's Honours List: Cynthia Erivo is named a Member of the British Empire (MBE)
* January 9, 2026: Astra Film Awards, Best Supporting Actress—Comedy or Musical: Ariana Grande
* January 16, 2026: American Cinematheque Tribute to the Crafts Awards, Choreography: Christopher Scott
* February 1, 2026: London Film Critics' Circle, Derek Malcolm Award for Innovation: Cynthia Erivo
* February 1, 2026: The Grammy Awards, Best Pop Duo/Group Performance: Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande, "Defying Gravity"
* February 8, 2026: Santa Barbara International Film Festival, Kirk Douglas Award: Cynthia Erivo
* February 9, 2026: The Lumiere Awards, the Judy Garland Award: Jon M. Chu
* February 12, 2026: Costume Designers Guild Awards, Excellence in Sci-Fi/Fantasy Film: Paul Tazewell
* February 16, 2026: Black Reel Awards, Outstanding Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
* February 21, 2026: Set Decorators Society of America Awards, Best Achievement in Décor/Design of a Comedy or Musical Feature Film: Nathan Crowley and Lee Sandales
* February 28, 2026: NAACP Image Awards, Outstanding Actress in a Motion Picture: Cynthia Erivo
* March 8, 2026: The Saturn Awards
** Best Fantasy Film: ''Wicked: For Good''
** Best 4K Home Media Release: ''Wicked''
* March 10, 2025: Queerties
** Badass: Johnathan Bailey
** Drama Movie: ''Wicked: For Good''
** Film Performance: Cynthia Erivo, ''Wicked: For Good''

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==October 8, 2025: Robert A. Baum, 1942-2025==
[[file:Robert_A_Baum_Jr.webp|300 px|center]] Robert A. "Bob" Baum, great-grandson of L. Frank Baum and an important Oz scholar in his own right, passed away today at the age of 83. His generosity in sharing his family's collection and history has been a boon to Oz in many ways. Museums, documentaries, and Oz festivals and conventions have all been enhanced by Bob's donations. He was a consultant on the 1990 television movie ''The Dreamer of Oz'', a biopic of his great-grandfather, and even recreated Frank's home office on set using items from his own collection. He served the International Wizard of Oz Club as a director and contributor to ''The Baum Bugle'', as well as frequent convention guest. The [https://www.lulu.com/shop/bob-baum-and-don-abbott-and-rob-lauer-and-autumn-rose-frodelius/oziana-2022/paperback/product-pv4dmd.html?q=oziana+2022&page=1&pageSize=4 2022 issue of ''Oziana''], the Club's literary magazine, was a collection of Bob Baum's fanciful stories about his family history. He and his wife, Claire, would sometimes appear at events as L. Frank and Maud Baum to tell stories about their lives. For his many contributions, he was awarded the Oz Club's highest honor, named after his great-grandfather, in 2002.

(Information courtesy Jane Albright on Facebook. Photo courtesy [https://oz.fandom.com/wiki/Robert_A._Baum_Jr. The Oz Wiki].)

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==September 21, 2025: Elaine Merk Binder, 1930-2025==
Elaine Merk Binder, one of the last remaining actors who played a Munchkin in ''The Wizard of Oz'', passed away today at the age of 94. Born in Colorado, she appeared as an extra in several movies in the '30s, including an ''Our Gang'' short. She was one of a dozen young girls who filled in the ranks of background female Munchkins after Judy Garland's Dorothy arrives in Oz. But after 1940 she left show business, and went on to earn degrees in education and music. She appeared in the 2024 documentary series ''Memories of Oz'', reminiscing about making the movie.

(Information courtesy [https://variety.com/2025/film/news/elaine-merk-binder-dead-munchkin-wizard-of-oz-1236525749/ ''Variety''] and [https://www.imdb.com/name/nm5285756/ IMDB].)

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==August 8, 2025: ''The Baum Bugle'' Spring 2025==
[[file:Bbspring25.png|400 px|right]] The latest issue of ''The Baum Bugle'', the journal of the International Wizard of Oz Club, is now making its way to members. This issue celebrates the release of ''Wicked'' (Part 1).

In this issue:
* The front cover reprints the publicity shot of ''Wicked'' stars Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande recreating the original poster design for the ''Wicked'' stage show.
* The inside covers reprint Anton Loeb's endpaper design for the 1950 book adaptation of ''The Wizard of Oz''.
* The table of contents includes Mark Manley's ''Wicked'' tribute painting, "The Melting Occurred at the Thirteenth Hour".
* In "Letters", Oz Club President Ryan Bunch looks back at how the ''Bugle'' covered the path ''Wicked'' has taken from page to stage to screen, and ''Bugle'' editor Sarah K. Crotzer looks at how this issue's features came about.
* In "The Bugle Bulletin":
** The National Library Service (NLS) has [https://www.loc.gov/nls/new-materials/book-lists/wicked-and-the-wizard-of-oz/ a large collection of Oz materials] for the blind and print disabled.
** "Beyond the Shifting Sands" remembers recently passed Oz contributors Jean Marsh, Stephen J. Teller, Jack Van Camp, and Sally Roesch Wagner.
* Sarah K. Crotzer reacts to the ''Wicked'' film in "What Is This Feeling?"
* "What the Papers Said" looks at a number of reviews of ''Wicked'' from around the world.
* "Wicked Wares: Toys, Plushes, and Cinema Exclusives" by Jane Albright looks at a variety of ''Wicked'' movie collectibles.
* David Diket looks at the history and evolution of Wicked Witch of the West dolls in "My Beautiful Wickedness" and "David's Timeline of Beautifully Wicked Dolls".
* Karyl Carlson looks back at how she started creating [https://karylsozdolls.com/ custom Oz dolls] in "The Dollmaker of Oz".
* It's been twenty-five years since the last installment, but Carl Rexroad continues his look at political cartoons themed around ''The Wizard of Oz'' in "The Editorial Cartoons of Oz, Part 1: 125 Years Later, ''The Wizard of Oz'' Still Drives Political Debate".
* William STillman looks at the history of one of the bestselling Oz adaptations in "75 Years of Anton Loeb's ''The Wizard of Oz''".
* In "Oz in the Arts", Robert Lamont reviews [https://wizmusical.com/ the recent Broadway revival of ''The Wiz''] (now on tour).
* In "The Bugle Review":
** [https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0063377012/thewonderwizardo/ ''Elphie: A Wicked Childhood'' by Gregory Maguire], reviewed by Alan Wise.
** [https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B0DNKY21JB/thewonderwizardo/ The blu-ray release of ''Wicked''], reviewed by Sarah K. Crotzer.
** [https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/publisher/21442/double-critical-llc ''Adventules in Oz: Campaign Setting'' and ''Beasts & Beings'' role-playing campaign books], reviewed by Sarah K. Crotzer.
** [https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B0CSYB4B12/thewonderwizardo/ ''Wicked: The Game'' by Spin Master], reviewed by Sarah K. Crotzer.
* Michael Gessel remembers a recently deceased long-time Oz fan in "The Lifelong Scholar: Stephen J. Teller's Journey from Kansas to Oz".
* The back cover shows the Tonner Doll versions of Glinda and the Wicked Witch of the West.

Also included with this issue:
* This issue's Oz craft is a miniature version of the Emerald City Express train from the ''Wicked'' movie.
* And in the final (for now?) issue of ''The Emerald City Gazette'', the newspaper for younger Oz fans (of all ages), Bungle and Toto stroll through the Emerald Palace to ensure that those pesky nomes are finally gone for good.

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==July 19, 2025: Crotzer Wins L. Frank Baum Memorial Award==
This evening, Sarah K. Crotzer was presented the L. Frank Bam Memorial Award for her contributions to Oz. She has been a tireless Oz researcher and writer, with a special interest in the history of Oz games. She is also the current editor of ''The Baum Bugle'', the journal of the International Wizard of Oz Club, and recently became the longest-serving editor in Club history.

Also presented tonight were the Club's annual prizes for writing and art. This year's winners are:
* The Fred Otto Prize for Fiction:
** First place, Jesse Jury for "Four Friends of Oz"
** Second place, J. L. Bell for "Who's Got the Button?"
* The C. Warren Hollister Prize for Non-Fiction:
** First place, Rachel Graham for "An Essential Quickening: John R. Neill and the Art of Oz"
** Second place, Cynthia Ragni for "Project Ozma"
* The Rob Roy MacVeigh Prize for Art:
** First place, Jime Wimmer for "Dorothy and the Cyclone"
** Second place, Rob Lauer for "Ruth and Her Friends in Oz"

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==June 21, 2025: The Winkie Award==
Tonight, OzCon International gave its highest honor, the Winkie Award, to Sam Milazzo. The award recognizes all of the contributions Sam has made to the convention over the past few years, with presentations, panels, and generally helping out.

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==May 6, 2025: ''The Baum Bugle'' Winter 2024==
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It may be slipping back in the calendar a bit, but the latest issue of ''The Baum Bugle'', the journal of the International Wizard of Oz Club, is making its way to members' mailboxes now.

In this issue:
* All four covers celebrate the fiftieth anniversary of ''The Wiz'':
** The front cover features Stephanie Mills and Hinton Battle in [https://digitalcollections.nypl.org/items/0599e600-5cf5-0130-4cf7-58d385a7b928 a 1974 publicity shot for the musical].
** The inside front cover shows several costumes from the play on exhibit at [https://www.si.edu/museums/african-american-museum the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture].
** The inside back cover features production art for the play by Tom John.
** The back cover reproduces a new work, [https://artsofimagination.org/the-wiz-at-50/ ''The Journey from Home: Revisiting ''The Wiz'' at 50''], also by Tom John.
* In "Letters", Oz Club President Ryan Bunch reflects on fifty years of ''The Wiz'' and invites members to [the 2025 edition of the Club's annual convention in Aberdeen, South Dakota], while ''Bugle'' editor Sarah K. Crotzer also looks back at ''The Wiz'', as well as other anniversaries celebrated in this issue.
* News items highlighted in "The Bugle Bulletin":
** ''Wicked'' wins two Academy Awards, with [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KZtKj5-xE1I&ab_channel=Oscars Paul Tazewell becoming the first Black man to win the Oscar for Best Costume Design].
** The latest auction of a pair of Ruby Slippers shatters all records for the price paid for any kind of movie memorabilia.
** Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande team up to [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eedVl_LGwE4&ab_channel=PhVolleyball open the Oscars telecast with a medley of music from Oz movies].
** Recently passed Oz contributors remembered in "Beyond the Shifting Sands":
*** [https://www.abebooks.com/servlet/SearchResults?an=Baum&cm_sp=SearchF-_-home-_-Results&kn=Greg%20Hildebrandt&ref_=search_f_hp&sts=t&tn=The%20Wizard%20of%20Oz Greg Hildebrandt] and [https://www.abebooks.com/servlet/SearchResults?an=Baum&cm_sp=SearchF-_-home-_-Results&kn=Graham%20Rawle&ref_=search_f_hp&sts=t&tn=The%20Wizard%20of%20Oz Graham Rawle], both of whom illustrated ''The Wizard of Oz''.
*** Legendary composer and arranger Quincy Jones, who was an instrumental part of how ''The Wiz'' sounded in movie theaters.
* "Awards and Honors" announces Oz Club President Ryan Bunch as the recipient of the L. Frank Baum Memorial Award, the Club's highest honor, for 2024.
* "They Call My Name: An Interview with George Faison" looks at the life and career of the choreographer. His credits include the original Broadway production of ''The Wiz''.
* "The ''Wiz'' That Wasn't" by Sarah K. Crotzer digs into the casting process for the original company of ''The Wiz'' and reveals who else tried out, or was at least considered, for the major rolls. (There are some definite surprises!)
* "The ''Wiz'' That Was" by Sarah K. Crotzer looks at ''The Wiz'' costumes held by the National Museum of African American History and Culture.
* Crotzer also considers Grampa's game leg and the game you play with it in "A Few Inessential Thoughts About the Game of Scrum".
* "Coming and Going" looks at a few short thoughts about ''Grampa in Oz''.
* "Oz Under Scrutiny", once again compiled by Scott Cummings, looks at what the press of 1924 thought of ''Grampa in Oz''.
* In part two of the interview "Journey to the ''Annotated Wizard'' with Michael Patrick Hearn", the author of ''The Annotated Wizard of Oz'' recounts the aftermath of the book's original 1973 publication.
* L. Frank Baum's great-granddaughter, Gita Dorothy Morena, solves the mystery of a Baum family treasure in "A Letter to Oz Enthusiasts from a Forgotten Baum Illustration".
* "Guaranteed For a Thousand Years", a wrap-up of recent Oz events, reports on the 2024 editions of OzCon International and Oz, The National Convention.
* New products presented in "The Bugle Review":
** [https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B0DVQSJLLX/thewonderwizardo/ ''After Oz'' by Gordon McAlpine], reviewed by Mike Penick
** [https://hungrytigerpress.store/product/all-wound-up-the-making-of-the-tik-tok-man-of-oz/ ''All Wound Up: The Making of ''The Tik-Tok Man of Oz by Eric Shanower], [https://hungrytigerpress.store/product/the-tik-tok-man-of-oz-performance-script/ ''The Tik-Tok Man of Oz Performance Script'' by L. Frank Baum], and [https://hungrytigerpress.store/product/the-tik-tok-man-of-oz-piano-vocal-score/ ''The Tik-Tok Man of Oz Piano-Vocal Score'' by Louis F. Gottschalk and L. Frank Baum], reviewed by Atticus Gannaway.
** [https://joetunes.ca/ ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', ''The Marvelous Land of Oz'', and ''Ozma of Oz'' complete audio books by the Toronto Civic Light Opera Company], reviewed by Sarah K. Crotzer.
** [https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B0CST87Z4J/thewonderwizardo/ The ''Wicked'' edition of ''Monopoly''], reviewed by Sarah K. Crotzer.
** A quartet of ''Wicked'' tie-in books ([https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0593896866/thewonderwizardo/ ''I Am Elphaba''], [https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0593896882/thewonderwizardo/ ''I Am Glinda''], [https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B0CZJQXCQY/thewonderwizardo/ ''Defying Gravity: The Illustrated Lyrics''] and a replica of [https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B0CZJRSY9M/thewonderwizardo/ ''The Story of Oz & the Wonderful Wizard'']), reviewed by Atticus Gannaway.
* "Adventures in Oz" sees Brady Schwind interviewing Tom John, the original scenic designer for ''The Wiz''.

Also included with this issue:
* A registration form for [https://www.ozclub.org/oz-in-aberdeen-a-convention-to-remember/ the 2025 editino of Oz, the National Convention] in Aberdeen, South Dakota.
* A flyer for one of the Club's latest publications, [https://www.ozclub.org/product/bibliographia-baumiana/ ''Bibliographia Baumiana''].
* This issue's craft is a melting Evillene, based on the original Broadway run of ''The Wiz''.
* And in the latest issue of ''The Oz Gazette'', the newsletter for younger Oz fans (of all ages):
** Editor-in-Chief Katie Jones, with assistance from the Head of Security the Gump, updates readers on the hunt for Nomes and the Glass Cat.
** The Scarecrow's book column looks at other books puplished in 1924, like ''Grampa in Oz''.
** Based off of the article speculating what scrum might be like in ''The Baum Bugle'', the Patchwork Girl presents the board, pieces, and rules for Camette, a simplified (for space reasons) version of the game Camelot.
** Finally, a little bit of verse from…the Glass Cat?

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==May 5, 2025: Mattydale, New York, to Honor L. Frank Baum==
Mattydale, New York, will honor native son L. Frank Baum and his greatest work, ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', on May 17. Mattydale was the site of Baum's childhood home, Roselawn, and the city will commemorate Baum's birth and the 125th anniversary of the publication of the first Oz book with a historical marker at the site. The marker will be at 2601 Brewerton Road, which will soon be the site of a community center.A reception will be held from 1:00 to 5:00 pm at the Kreuger Funeral Home.

(Information courtesy [https://cnycentral.com/news/local/mattydale-celebrates-125-years-of-the-wonderful-wizard-of-oz-with-historical-marker CNYCentral].)

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==April 13, 2025: Jean Marsh, 1934-2025==
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Jean Marsh, OBE, the lauded British actor, passed away today from complications of dementia. She was 90. Born July 1, 1934 in Stoke Newington, London, she studied dance, singing, and acting before beginning her professional career in the 1950s. Among her movies were ''Cleopatra'', ''Jane Eyre'' (1972), ''Frenzy'', ''The Eagle Has Landed'', and ''Willow''. She was probably best known for her television work, however, in shows in both the United States and the United Kingdom, including appearances in ''The Twilight Zone'', ''The Saint'', ''Doctor Who'', ''I Spy'', ''Adam Adamant Lives!'', ''UFO'', ''The Waltons'', ''Hawaii Five-O'', the ''9 to 5'' series, ''The Love Boat'', ''Murder, She Wrote'', and the 1990s revival of ''The Tomorrow People''. But she is best known for co-creating, with Eileen Atkins, the period drama ''Upstairs, Downstairs'', about the servants in a great house. Marsh also starred in the show as maid Rose Buck, for which she won an Emmy Award in 1975 as well as other awards. When the BBC revived the show in 2010, Marsh was the only actor to return. Marsh and Atkins also created the series ''House of Elliott'' in 1991, which she did not appear in. For her services to drama, Marsh was made a member of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire by Queen Elizabeth II in 2012. For Oz fans, however, as well as many movie-going kids in the 1980s, she will always be known for her dual role as Nurse Wilson and Princess Mombi in the 1985 Disney film ''Return to Oz''.

(Information courtesy [https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c045dk29xqqo the BBC] and [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jean_Marsh Wikipedia].)

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==March 18, 2025: Saliterman, Ruby Slipper Thief, Dies==
Charges against Jerry Hal Saliterman, who had pled guilty to playing a part in the 2005 theft of the Ruby Slippers from the Judy Garland Museum, have been dismissed when prosecutors informed the court that he had died the day before. Saliterman's defense attorney, John Brink, confirmed the passing. The 77-year-old Saliterman had been hospitalized with lung disease and other ailments, and his most recent court appearance, in January, had been a remote feed from his hospital room. At that time, he changed his initial plea to guilty of charges of theft of a major artwork and witness tampering.

(Information courtesy [https://apnews.com/article/stolen-ruby-slippers-wizard-of-oz-death-b82e6ed5049d2f11cf9a38b38e5eb463 The Associated Press].)

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==Rumor Control==
(Because of the many questions I am asked about possible forthcoming Oz projects or other bits of pseudo-news, I have added this section to answer some of these inquiries.)

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Three horror-themed takes on Oz are currently in the works:
* [https://bloody-disgusting.com/exclusives/3919064/return-to-oz-with-gale-yellow-brick-road-poster-by-creepy-duck-design-exclusive/ ''Gale: Yellow Brick Road''], about Dorothy's granddaughter Emily being drawn into a nightmare version of Oz, had a limited release in February 2026.
* ''Dorothy: The Haunting of Oz'' is in post-production and looking for a 2026 release.
* ''Wicked of Oz'' was announced for a release right before ''Wicked: For Good'', but was quietly withdrawn and is now awaiting another possible release.
If any of these go into general release, they'll appear on this website's events page.

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''Dorothy'' is in development for Prime Video, with executive producers Gwen Stefani, Blake Shelton, and Gina Matthews. You can see the initial report on this [https://deadline.com/2025/08/gwen-stefani-blake-shelton-wizard-of-oz-prime-video-1236497977/ right here].

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The latest Oz projects to be announced in Hollywood: ''Cheshire Crossing'', the graphic novel by Andy Weir and Sarah Anderson, optioned by Amblin Partners (see [https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/heat-vision/amblin-michael-de-luca-tackling-martian-author-s-fantasy-graphic-novel-cheshire-crossing-1255011 this report]); and an animated musical adaptation of the book ''Toto: The Dog-Gone Amazing Story of the Wizard of Oz'', where the story is told from Toto's point of view, to be produced at Warner Bros. (see [https://deadline.com/2020/10/toto-the-dog-gone-amazing-story-of-the-wizard-of-oz-animated-pic-in-the-works-at-warner-bros-1234596757/ this source]).

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Okay, yes, word has leaked out that Warner Bros. tried to talk Robert Zemeckis into directing a remake of ''The Wizard of Oz'', using the same screenplay as the famous 1939 Judy Garland version. Zemeckis already rejected the idea. This probably puts the idea on the back burner for a while, and based on the ''extreme'' negative reaction the idea got, I suspect it will stay there. Rumors of this have surfaced again, but appear to be the result of someone finding the old story and running it again.

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It's getting harder and harder to keep up with all of the currently planned Oz movie and television projects. Bear in mind that at this stage, most of it is speculation and/or not even in pre-production, or possibly even a game of "Telephone". But here are some of the current Oz movies that could be coming to your local theater in the next few years:

*''The Road to Oz'', a movie biopic about the life of L. Frank Baum and how he created Oz, starring Eddie Redmayne as Frank. (See reports [http://www.theguardian.com/film/2015/aug/06/eddie-redmayne-wizard-of-oz-author-l-frank-baum here] and [http://www.joblo.com/movie-news/eddie-redmayne-to-play-author-l-frank-baum-in-biopic-road-to-oz-268 here].)
*''Dark Oz 3-D'', based on the old Caliber comic book.
*A non-musical, faithful adaptation of ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'' from New Line and [http://www.templehillent.com/ Temple Hill].
*''The Oz Wars'', which would have the witches fighting for control of the Emerald City while the Wizard leads the resistance.
*John Boorman's [http://www.actionsynthese.com/index2.php?language=en animated adaptation of ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz''] seems to be on track for release — in France. Once it's released, an English-language release will likely come out soon afterwards. (However, in a [http://www.filmireland.net/2011/03/16/interview-with-john-boorman/ recent interview], Boorman admitted that the project has stalled due to lack of funding.)
*''Oz: Return to the Emerald City'' was one of two possible competing projects at Warner Bros. This original sequel may now be shopped around to other studios, or turned into a novel.
*[http://www.independentstoriesinc.com/WonderfulWizard.htm ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz''], a low-budget independent production from Barnyard Studios and Used Productions. This is very much a shoestring production, which is looking for money and actors. But its Kickstarter campaign to raise the last money it needed was a success, so it may be finished soon.
*[http://valleywind.com/legendofoz/ ''Legend of Oz''], a modern retelling of ''The Wizard of Oz'' from Valley Wind Productions in Ottawa.
*[http://www.heyuguys.co.uk/2010/06/16/are-the-polish-brothers-planning-their-own-trip-to-oz/ ''Oz''], a new telling of ''The Wizard of Oz''.
*A still unnamed horror movie set in the 1920s with Dorothy meeting Alice in Bedlam Asylum.
*[http://www.screendaily.com/festivals/berlin/european-film-market/mcnamara-to-direct-young-santa/5066468.article ''Young Santa'']., based on L. Frank Baum's book ''The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus'' and directed by Sean McNamara.
*''How the Wizard Came to Oz'', based on two books by Donald Abbott.
*Not entirely Oz, strictly speaking, but the Judy Garland biography ''Get Happy'' may be made into a movie, featuring Anne Hathaway as Garland.

And it's not limited to movies any more. In development for television:

*[http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/heat-vision/warner-horizon-turn-oz-fantasy-420517 ''Red Brick Road''], a television series continuation of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in the style of ''Game of Thrones''. The latest word is that this is being developed for the Lifetime channel.
*[http://www.deadline.com/2013/08/cbs-developing-wizard-of-oz-themed-medical-drama-from-timbermanbeverly/ ''Dorothy''], an Oz-themed medical drama in development at CBS
*[http://www.cinemablend.com/television/Tim-Kring-Developing-Wizard-Oz-Drama-Dorothy-Must-Die-CW-58899.html ''Dorothy Must Die''], in which Dorothy has returned to Oz and become a dictator, in development at the CW. This would be based on the book series of the same name.
*''Warriors of Oz'', a post-apocalyptic version in development at Syfy.
* A ''Wicked'' television miniseries, based on the original book (not the stage musical). Salma Hayak was attached to this as a producer. When last heard of, it was under development at ABC.

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No, Peter Jackson is ''not'' producing or directing a billion-dollar all-CGI remake of ''The Wizard of Oz'' for Warner Bros. How do stories like this get started? Oh, maybe in [http://www.aintitcool.com/node/31184 stories like this]...

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In recent years, there have been proposals for other Oz or related projects, none of which now appear that they will get off the ground. Among them:

*''Lost in Oz'', a series that was to feature Melissa George as a Kansas university student who is whisked to Oz sixty years after the events of ''The Wizard of Oz'' (The Movie) and helping to spearhead a rebellion against the new Wicked Witch of the West. Although developed for the WB and a pilot film produced, it was never picked up, nor the pilot shown. (But keep an eye out on auction sites, as a bootleg DVD sometimes shows up…)
*A television miniseries based on Gregory Maguire's novel ''Wicked'', with Demi Moore in the title role. (There are stories that the people developing this version later pushed their involvement into the musical version now playing on Broadway and elsewhere.)
*''The O. Z.'', a hip-hop flavored re-telling of ''The Wizard of Oz'' for Fox. Among the rumored Dorothy's at one point were Brandy, Mya, and the late Aaliyah. Justin Timberlake, John Leuizamo, and Little Richard were mentioned for other parts.
*''Surrender Dorothy''. Drew Barrymore as Dorothy's great-granddaughter coming to Oz, and battling the Wicked Witch of the West's granddaughter. (Rumors of this recently resurfaced, but were quickly squelched. This project is dead.)
*''Somewhere'' starring Elizabeth Taylor as Dorothy, now a grandmother, returning to Oz. The deaths of both Taylor and developer Rod Steiger means this is unlikely to ever happen.
*''Pamela West'', where the Wicked Witch is the innocent victim and Dorothy (with Toto as a pit bull) is the evil interloper.
*''The Land of Oz'' (not based on the book of the same name), produced by Hallmark for NBC. This eventually became the basis for the Sci Fi Channel miniseries ''Tin Man''.
*''The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus'' from Circa Pictures. It's no longer listed on their website.
*''The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus'' from Hyde Park Entertainment and Toonz Entertainment.
*A Bollywood adaptation of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in India.
*A movie version of American McGee's (later cancelled) ''Oz'' video game.
*Geoff Ryman's ''Was''.

If progress is made on any of these projects, such as actually going into production or a release date announced, the news will be posted as quickly as possible on this page. But at this stage, any of these going into production is very unlikely. (However, ''Tin Man'' was part of this list for some time before its eventual completion and broadcast on the Sci-Fi Channel.)

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2026-03-24T02:27:24Z

Ericgjovaag: /* The Wizard of Oz on Ice on tour */

Other Oz events can also be found on [https://www.ozclub.org/calendar/ the International Wizard of Oz Club's online calendar].

Please note that, since I live in the United States and most Oz events take place in the United States, I will identify most event locations by city and state only. Any events taking place in other countries will include the name of the country as well.

==Going on now==
===''Wicked'' play, around the world===
'''Now playing: ''Wicked''.''' This is the award-winning musical based on Gregory Maguire's novel ''Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West''. The book is by Winnie Holzman, the music by Stephen Schwartz, and the show is directed by Joe Mantello. It has done so well, it has spawned the following productions:

* [http://www.gershwintheatre.com/ Gershwin Theater], Broadway, New York City, New York. Tickets may be purchased online at [http://www.ticketmaster.com/venue/24579 ticketmaster.com]. For more details, go to [http://wickedthemusical.com/ wickedthemusical.com]. For a "Behind the Emerald Curtain" tour on Saturday mornings, go to https://wickedthemusical.com/behind-the-emerald-curtain#scrolldown for details.

* The Apollo Victoria Theatre, The West End, London, England, United Kingdom. For more information, including booking tickets, see http://www.wickedthemusical.co.uk/.

* ''Wicked'' is also touring the United States and Canada. For more information and updates about the tour, see https://wickedthemusical.com/tickets/#tour. Here's the current schedule (locations and dates are subject to change):
** March 25-April 5, 2026: [https://www.broadwayincolumbia.com/upcoming-shows/ Koger Center for the Arts], Columbia, South Carolina
** April 8-19, 2026: [https://www.celebrityattractions.com/shows/10200/WICKED/Little-Rock/2026 Robinson Center], Little Rock, Arkansas
** April 22-May 3, 2026: Juanita K. Hammons Hall, Springfield, Missouri
** May 6-June 14, 2026: [https://dallas.broadway.com/shows/wicked/ Music Hall at Fair Park], Dallas, Texas
** June 17-July 5, 2026: [https://ticketomaha.com/Productions/wicked Orpheum Theater], Omaha, Nebraska
** July 8-August 9, 2026: [https://hennepinarts.org/events/wicked Orpheum Theatre], Minneapolis, Minnesota
** August 12-30, 2026: [https://kansascity.broadway.com/shows/wicked/ Music Hall], Kansas City, Missouri
** September 2-20, 2026: [https://www.desmoinesperformingarts.org/whats-on/events/2025-26/broadway/wicked Des Moines Civic Center], Des Moines, Iowa

* A non-reproduction staging is now running at the Teatr Muzyczny ROMA in Warsaw, Poland. For more information, see https://www.teatrroma.pl/spektakl/wicked/.

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===''The Wiz'' play, national tour===
'''''The Wiz'' play, national tour.''' After its Broadway run, this new staging of the Tony-winning musical adaptation of ''The Wizard of Oz'' heads out on a North American tour. The following dates have been announced:

* April 21-26, 2026: [https://www.altriatheater.com/events/detail/the-wiz-2025 Altria Center], Richmond, Virginia
* May 5-10, 2026: [https://www.celebrityattractions.com/shows/10194/THE-WIZ/Tulsa/2026 Tulsa Performing Arts Center], Tulsa, Oklahoma
* May 12-17, 2026: [https://austin.broadway.com/shows/the-wiz/ Bass Concert Hall], Austin, Texas
* May 19-24, 2026: [https://www.okcbroadway.com/wiz Civic Center Music Hall], Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
* May 26-31, 2026: [https://americantheatreguild.com/toledo/shows/the-wiz/ Stranahan Theater], Toledo, Ohio

More dates and cities will be coming. For more information, see the show's website at https://wizmusical.com/.

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===''The Wizard of Oz on Ice'' on tour===
'''Now on Tour: ''The Wizard of Oz on Ice''.''' The new, reimagined version of the 1990s ice show returns for another season. The company has announced the following tour dates:
* March 27, 2026: [https://www.moonlightstage.com/shows-tickets Moonlight Amphitheatre], Vista, California
* March 28, 2026: [https://www.ycpac.com/Online/default.asp?BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Avenue_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Acity_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Amonth_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Aobject_type_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Acategory_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_from=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_to=&doWork%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3Asearch=1&BOparam%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3Asearch%3A%3Aarticle_search_id=EE8716B4-0827-4B0D-9ACB-038A148DF966&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_criteria=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_from=2026-3-28&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_to=2026-3-28 Jim and Linda Lee Performing Arts Center], Prescott, Arizona
* March 29, 2026: [https://tickets.haughpac.com/wizard Haugh Performing Arts Center], Glendora, California
* March 30, 2026: [https://higleycenter.org/ Higley Center for the Performing Arts], Gilbert, Arizona
* April 10, 2026: [https://www.sunsetcenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Sunset Cultural Center], Carmel-by-the-Sea, California
* April 11, 2026: [https://www.lpac.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Lancaster Performing Arts Center], Lancaster, California
* April 12, 2026: [https://livermorearts.org/ Livermore Valley Performing Arts Center], Livermore, California
* April 15, 2026: [https://craterian.org/event/the-wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Craterian Theater], Medford, Oregon
* April 16, 2026: [https://columbiatheatre.com/new-events/wizard-of-oz-on-ice Columbia Theatre], Longview, Washington
* April 17, 2026: [https://www.washingtoncenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice-4-17-2026/ Washington Center for the Performing Arts], Olympia, Washington
* April 19, 2026: [https://buttearts.org/ Mother Lode Theatre], Butte, Montana
* April 30, 2026: [https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/41568594/wizard-of-oz-on-ice-pembroke-givens-performing-arts-center?_gl=1*17vkium*_ga*MTg1OTc1NzAyOS4xNzU3MTE1MzQz*_ga_LQFXLBGNDL*czE3NTcxMTUzNDMkbzEkZzEkdDE3NTcxMTUzNzMkajMwJGwwJGgw Givens Performing Arts Center], Pembroke, North Carolina

For more information about the show, see the website at https://wizardofozonice.com/.

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===''Ozmafia'' anime series, on the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Ozmafia'' anime series, crunchyroll.com.''' In this Japanese anime series (based on the video game of the same name), Scarlet is a new transfer student at Oz Academy. He doesn't get off to a good start, but the teachers seem nice enough. But what strange secrets are hiding at Oz Academy, and why are they at war with the other academies? Episodes (in Japanese, with English subtitles) are available to view online at http://www.crunchyroll.com/ozmafia for free.

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===''The Wizard of Oz'' and ''The Wiz'', throughout the United Kingdom===
'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz'', throughout the United Kingdom.''' Oz is a popular show to perform in the United Kingdom, and there always seems to be a show going on somewhere. For a complete listing of all upcoming productions of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in the United Kingdom, see the listings at [http://www.list.co.uk/events/theatre/what:The%20Wizard%20of%20Oz/sort:date/show:100/ ''The List''], naturally. They also have listings for performances of [http://www.list.co.uk/events/theatre/what:The%20Wiz/sort:date/show:100/ ''The Wiz''].

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===''Emerald City'' television series, NBC.com===
'''''Emerald City'' television series, NBC.com''' The latest Oz TV project has gone through its broadcast run on NBC. But the show's website is still up at http://www.nbc.com/emerald-city. You can still watch episodes online at http://www.nbc.com/emerald-city/episodes, and the show is also streaming on Peacock.

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===''Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz'', Internet Streaming and Cablecast===
'''Now playing: ''Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz'' cartoon series, Internet Streaming.''' This is the latest Oz cartoon series, based (very loosely) on the famous 1939 film version. Dorothy is now a princess of Oz and living in the Emerald City with Queen Ozma. But she's still having adventures! For more information, see the show's website at https://watch.boomerang.com/shows/dorothy-franchise/series/dorothy-series/volume-1. Or, if you have the Boomerang or Cartoon Network cable channels, episodes are now being shown in territories around the world, outside the United States, also have the show, so check your local version of the Cartoon Network, Boomerang, or Max channels or websites.

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===''Lost in Oz'' series, Internet streaming===
'''Now playing: ''Lost in Oz'', Amazon Video streaming.''' This animated series from Amazon tells the story of Dorothy, a modern-day girl, and her dog Toto, who are whisked to Oz when Dorothy opens one of her mother's old journals. To get home, she must find the elements of magic and help restore magic to Oz. Fortunately she has made friends with Ojo the Munchkin and West, a trainee witch, to help her out. To get started, see Amazon's ''Lost in Oz'' website at https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00Z89MYTI! And in November of 2022, [https://www.youtube.com/embed/h4fc1XvdBrk this short was dropped] with news of what's to come.

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===''Dee & Friends in Oz'', Netflix worldwide===
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'''Now playing: ''Dee & Friends in Oz'', Netflix worldwide.''' The streaming service has announced their new shows for 2024, including ''Dee & Friends in Oz'', an animated musical series aimed at preschoolers. Dee is a young girl who discovers a key to the magical land of Oz, where she makes friends and has has adventures where she saves the day. Want a sneak peek? [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oPAZCfmc0mQ&ab_channel=NetflixJr. Here's the first episode!]

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===''Chronicles of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now streaming: The ''Chronicles of Oz'' podcast.''' This audio adaptation of the first three Oz books, each in six episodes, presents ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', ''The Marvellous Land of Oz'', and ''Ozma of Oz'', plus a special episode adapting ''The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus''. Produced by Crossover Adventure Productions out of Australia. All episodes, along with trailers and other materials, can be downloaded at http://chroniclesofoz.com/.

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===''The Royal Podcast of Oz'', the Internet===
'''Now streaming: ''The Royal Podcast of Oz'', podbean.com and other podcasting sites.''' Now running for over a decade, this podcast is devoted to all things Oz, with interviews, reviews, news, and other items of interest to Oz fans of all types. You can listen to or download all editions at https://anchor.fm/the-royal-podcast-of-oz/, or look for it on your favorite podcast site.

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===''Wait Wait…Don't Tell Me'', National Public Radio===
'''Now streaming: ''Wait Wait…Don't Tell Me'' edition of May 11, 2019, npr.org.''' The popular current events quiz show recorded this episode in St. Louis, and got one of the city's most celebrated residents to play "Not My Job". Former Cardinals shortstop and Hall of Fame inductee Ozzie Smith was nicknamed "The Wizard of Oz" in his playing days, so naturally, he gets to answer questions about ''The Wizard of Oz''! You can listen to the entire episode [https://www.npr.org/programs/wait-wait-dont-tell-me/722132214/wait-wait-for-may-11-2019-with-not-my-job-guest-ozzie-smith?showDate=2019-05-11 here], or just Smith's segment [https://www.npr.org/2019/05/11/721853591/not-my-job-we-quiz-baseball-great-ozzie-smith-on-the-wizard-of-oz here].

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===''Hit the Bricks!'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Hit the Bricks!'' podcast, the Internet.''' One hundred years after the events of ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', the Gale farm is abandoned, and a new generation is off to have adventures in Oz. The first act has now dropped, with further episodes to come. For more information, see the show's website at https://hitthebricks.com/, and its Twitter feed at https://twitter.com/HitTheBricksPod/.

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===''The Smallwood Sessions'' podcast, "The Podcast of Oz", the Internet===
'''Now playing: "The Podcast of Oz" episode of ''The Smallwood Sessions'' podcast.''' To celebrate what would have been the 2020 edition of Chittenango's Oz-Stravaganza, this podcast about upstate New York celebrates Oz and creator L. Frank Baum's connections to the area. To listen, go to https://anchor.fm/josh-taylor87/episodes/Episode-22-The-Podcast-of-Oz-ef05f4.

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===''Down the Yellow Brick Pod'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Down the Yellow Brick Pod'' podcast.''' This podcast takes a deep dive into the Oz books, one chapter at a time, and looks at all that they encompass. Available on many podcast sources, including Google Podcasts, and through [https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS8xMTcyMTM4LnJzcw?hl=en this link].

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===''The Wonderful Recap of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''The Wonderful Recap of Oz'' podcast.''' This podcast recaps the Oz books, one per episode. Available Available on many podcast sources, including Google Podcasts, and through [https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy80ZjgyMWIyYy9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw== this link].

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===''No Place Like Home'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''No Place Like Home'' podcast.''' This podcast looks at the Ruby Slippers, how they were stolen in 2005 and found again in 2018, and all the background behind them, the production of The Movie, the life of Judy Garland, and more. Available on most podcasting sites. For more information, the show's website is at https://shows.cadence13.com/podcast/noplacelikehome.

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===''The Lost Princess of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''The Lost Princess of Oz'' podcast.''' A new, original Oz story for kids (of all ages), told in six parts, with songs, and presented by the Delaware Children's Theatre. Although based on Baum's writings, this is not the same story as his novel ''The Lost Princess of Oz''. For more information, or to subscribe, see the show's website at https://www.thelostprincessofozpodcast.com/.

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===''The Wizard of Oz: A Homegrown American Fairy Tale'' radio broadcast, BBC World Service===
'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz: A Homegrown American Fairy Tale'' radio documentary, BBC World Service and online streaming.''' This program looks at the origins and mythology of ''The Wizard of Oz'' and how it came about. It is currently available to listen or download online, anywhere in the world. Check the program's website at https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/w3ct1rl9 to listen to it online, or to download it.

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===To Oz? To Oz! online convention, the Internet===
'''To Oz? To Oz! online convention.''' With so many Oz events having to be cancelled this year because of the COVID-19 pandemic, a bunch of them got together to present some of their events to a worldwide, online audience for free. The live portions of the convention have now ended, but if you go to https://ozis.us/, you can see many prerecorded talks and events.

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===The OzConnection, YouTube===
'''The OzConnection, YouTube.''' OzCon International, the world's longest running ''Wizard of Oz'' convention, now has a YouTube channel at "The OzConnection", which features highlights of earlier cons and new material. The link is at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQU5pEFZZ6n_vXvRalgclSg.

The OzConnection has recently started two shows specifically for their channel. The first is a talk show called "OZ:Connect", which you can find in a playlist at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r-NAe0FKDXk&list=PLVNfENfXbx111GmnLLJFklUVGxPl1zUC-. The other new show is "Crypto-Oz-ology", short stories about all kinds of unusual happenings in Oz, which is in a playlist at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sCoSH97u4ts&list=PLVNfENfXbx11g0DhXikoqyP0dslwHeC1h.

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===Oz Talk, YouTube===
'''''Oz Talk'' panel talk show, YouTube.''' Join five Oz friends as they discuss any and all Oz subjects under the sun. New episodes will drop every two weeks on [https://www.youtube.com/c/TheOfficialOzClub/videos the Official Oz Club's YouTube Channel]. You can find the playlist for ''Oz Talk'' at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VNINbbefPS4&list=PL3OVMLWgINCRfgeWZR8GPJOp11rR73Ssc.

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===''Fifty Years of Oziana'' Readings, Youtube===
'''''Fifty Years of Oziana'' short story readings, YouTube.''' To celebrate fifty years of ''Oziana'', the International Wizard of Oz Club's annual literary magazine, Club members read stories from the last five decades. Many authors have even revisited their own stories. You can see the playlist of all stories [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hm6WXDLg9U8&list=PL3OVMLWgINCQ2a_CDuBggCt7kCYVaS4yD right here].

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===''Rainbow'' movie, Netflix===
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'''Now playing: ''Rainbow'', on Netflix worldwide.''' The first streaming service premieres this new movie, from director Paco León, that uses themes and imagery from ''The Wizard of Oz'' to explore the coming of age of Dora, a young Spanish woman who finds that everything she thought she knew about her life may be wrong. Available in an English dub, or with English subtitles.

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===The Wizard of Oz Experience, Around the World===
'''The Wizard of Oz Experience.''' The interactive outdoors event will be making making another set of appearances around the United States, Canada, and Australia in the spring of 2024. Take a look at https://questoapp.com/ for when it's coming to your town.

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===The Wicked Wizard Afternoon Tea, London, England, United Kingdom===
'''The Wicked Wizard Afternoon Tea, The Franklin Hotel, London, England, United Kingdom.''' Enjoy an Oz-themed tea, inspired by ''The Wizard of Oz'' and ''Wicked'', in the heart of London's Knightsbridge district. Tea is served from noon to 6:00, costs £49 (spirits are extra), and reservations must be made at least twenty-four hours in advance. For more information, including the menu, see [https://collezione.starhotels.com/en/our-hotels/the-franklin-london/restaurants-and-bars/wicked-wizard-at-the-franklin.html?_gl=1*1cfuckg*_up*MQ..*_gs*MQ..*_ga*MzU1MjIzMDI0LjE3NDE1NzY0NjA.*_ga_444Y1N2CEK*MTc0MTU3NjQ1OC4xLjEuMTc0MTU3NjU3NS4wLjAuMTkzNzQwNjk0Nw..*_ga_YXSDGTQ8NB*MTc0MTU3NjQ1OC4xLjEuMTc0MTU3NjU3NS4wLjAuNDIxNjUwMTc1&gclid=Cj0KCQiAlbW-BhCMARIsADnwasphX4BQH4lMNEKBognzeTmjcu96bA-ZlcDfhhU2ouaxc5CgyV41YLMaAjUfEALw_wcB the Franklin's website].

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===''Ruby Red Handed: Stealing America’s Most Famous Pair of Shoes'', Hulu===
'''Now playing: ''Ruby Red Handed: Stealing America’s Most Famous Pair of Shoes'', Hulu Streaming Service.''' This ABC News documentary delves into the 2005 theft of a pair of Ruby Slippers in Minnesota and the subsequent investigation and recovery. Take a look at https://www.hulu.com/series/4dd523b6-cfb6-4d4f-99c8-9febd2e4af68.

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===''The Wizard of Oz'', Las Vegas, Nevada===
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'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz'' at the Sphere, Las Vegas, Nevada.''' See the famous 1939 film version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in a whole new way. This is an immersive reimagining in 16K on a huge screen surrounding the audience. For more information and to buy tickets, go to https://www.thesphere.com/shows/wizard-of-oz-experience.

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===Candlelight: ''The Wizard of Oz'' concerts, around the world===
'''Candlelight: ''The Wizard of OZ'' concerts, around the world.''' In conjunction with Warner Bros., Candlelight is presenting songs from the famous movie version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in venues around the world amidst a sea of flickering candles. For more information, or to locate a concert, see the website at https://candlelightexperience.com/wizard-of-oz-concerts/.

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===Bloomland in Oz, Burlington, Ontario, Canada===
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'''Now through April 6, 2026: Bloomland in Oz, Royal Botanical Gardens Canada, Burlington, Ontario, Canada.''' The Gardens' 2026 showcase features floral displays and artistic creations, all inspired by the novel ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz''. For more information or to purchase tickets, see the website at https://www.rbg.ca/things-to-do/by-season/special-events/winter-exhibit/. And here's a behind-the-scenes look:
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===Stories of Cinema: Identity exhibit, Los Angeles, California===
'''Now through January 10, 2027: Stories of Cinema: Identity exhibit, Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, Los Angeles, California.''' The Academy Museum has brought its pair of Ruby Slippers back for the public to view. This exhibit also includes costumes and design studies from such movies as ''Flower Drum Song'', ''Dreamgirls'', ''Moulin Rouge!'', ''Amadeus'', ''Ma Raimey's Black Bottom'', ''Barbie'', and ''Wicked''. For more information, see the museum's website at https://www.academymuseum.org/en/exhibitions/stories-of-cinema-identity.

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==March 2026==
===An Emerald Evening in Oz, Kansas City, Missouri===
'''March 28, 2026: An Emerald Evening in Oz, The Midland Theatre, Kansas City, Missouri.''' The Kansas City Repertory Theatre's latest fundraiser has a distinctly Ozian touch this year, in celebration of the company's upcoming production of ''The Wizard of Oz''. For more information, including how to reserve a seat or a table, see https://kcrep.org/event/gala/.

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==April 2026==
===''Return to Oz'' 40th Anniversary Screening, San Francisco, California===
'''April 9, 2026: ''Return to Oz'' 40th Anniversary Screening, The Castro Theatre, San Francisco, California.''' The legendary San Francisco theater is opening again after renavations, and part of the program will be a rare theatrical screening of the 1985 Disney movie ''Return to Oz'' to celebrate it's fortieth anniversary (maybe a few months late). The special guest is director Walter Murch, who will discuss the film and answer questions afterwards. For more details, see the show's website at https://thecastro.com/events/movies-for-maniacs-260409/

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===Garmin Marathon in the Land of Oz, Olathe, Kansas===
'''April 26, 2026: Garmin Marathon in the Land of Oz, Olathe, Kansas.''' If you're going to have a 26.2-mile run in Kansas, you may as well give it an Oz theme! For more information and to register, see the race's website at http://ozrun.org/.

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==May 2026==
===''The Wizard of Oz'' play, Kansas City, Missouri===
'''May 5-24, 2026: ''The Wizard of Oz'' play, Kansas City Repertory Theatre, Kansas City, Missouri.''' The company presents the Royal Shakespeare Company's adaptation of the famous musical version of the story, based on the famous movie. For more details or to purchase tickets, see https://kcrep.org/event/the-wizard-of-oz/.

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===Yellow Brick Road Festival, Sedan, Kansas===
'''May 22-23, 2026: Yellow Brick Road Festival, Sedan, Kansas.''' This town in Kansas celebrates ''The Wizard of Oz'' every year. For details, see http://www.lasr.net/travel/city.php?Sedan&Kansas&Yellow+Brick+Road+Festival&City_ID=KS0604019&Event_ID=KS0604019e002&VE=Y or call 620-725-4033.

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===''It's Dorothy'' documentary, Port Jefferson, New York===
'''May 31, 2026: ''It's Dorothy'' documentary, Theatre Three, Port Jefferson, New York.''' Theatre Three and the Por Jefferson Arts Council present a screening of this documentary about the heroine of ''The Wizard of Oz'' and the actresses who have played her. The show starts at 7:30, and tickets are $10. For more information, see the theatre's website at https://theatrethree.com/special_events/dorothy/.

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==June 2026==
===Oz-Stravaganza, Chittenango, New York===
'''June 5-7, 2026: Oz-Stravaganza, Chittenango, New York.''' This village in upstate New York honors its native son, L. Frank Baum, with an annual festival honoring his creation, the Land of Oz. For more information, see the event's website at http://www.oz-stravaganza.com/.

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==August 2026==
===Oz Festival Illinois, Mapleton, Illinois===
'''August (exact date to be announced), 2025: Oz Fest Illinois, Butler Haynes Park, Mapleton, Illinois.'''. For more information, see the event's website at https://www.hollispark.org/oz-fest, or the Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/OzFestIllinois/.

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==September 2026==
===Autumn at Oz Party, Banner Elk, North Carolina===
'''September (exact dates to be announced), 2026: Autumn at Oz Party, Beech Mountain, Banner Elk, North Carolina.''' The Wizard of Oz Park on the mountain may no longer be in regular operation, but it's still there, and Oz and park fans get together once a year for a party. Hurricane Hélène paused the event for 2025, but there's hope for a return in 2026. For more information, check out https://landofoznc.com/.

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===OzFest, Liberal, Kansas===
'''September (exact date to be announced), 2026: OzFest, Liberal, Kansas.''' The home town of the Dorothy's House attraction hosts its annual tribute to Dorothy and Oz. For more information, see [https://www.lasr.net/travel/city.php?Ozfest&TravelTo=KS1019015&VE=Y&Event_ID=KS1019015e002 the city's events page] and [http://visitliberal.com/ the city's website] (and be sure to call 1-800-LIBERAL to confirm event and dates).

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==October 2026==
===Oztoberfest, Wamego, Kansas===
'''October (exact date to be announced), 2026: Oztoberfest, Wamego, Kansas.''' The town not only has an Oz museum, they put on an annual Oz festival. Authors and other special guests will attend, and there's also admission to the museum. For more details, call the Oz museum at 1-866-458-TOTO, or see the event's website at http://oztoberfest.com/.

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==November 2026==
===TeslaCon, Middleton, Wisconsin===
'''November 12-15, 2026: TeslaCon, Marriott of Middleton, Middleton, Wisconsin.''' The country's largest steampunk convention celebrates its sixteenth edition, and this year the theme is Oz. For more information, see the convention's website at https://teslacon.com/.

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==Holiday Season 2026-27==
===''The Wizard of Oz'', holiday cablecasts===
'''''The Wizard of Oz'' holiday cablecasts, TBS and TNT.''' The stations' annual holiday season showings of the famous film version are, generally speaking, around Thanksgiving on TBS and Christmas on TNT. Check your local provider for exact times and channels on your system. Keep checking back for updates.

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===''The Wiz'' holiday telecasts===
'''''The Wiz'' holiday telecasts.''' Channels have holiday time airings of the 1978 film adaptation of ''The Wiz'', starring Diana Ross as Dorothy, Michael Jackson as the Scarecrow, Lena Horne as Glinda, and Richard Pryor as the Wiz. Keep checking back for updates.

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===''If I Only Had Christmas'' television movie, The Hallmark Channel===
'''''If I Only Had Christmas'' television movie, The Hallmark Channel.''' A Hallmark Christmas romance movie, first shown in 2020 and based (extremely loosely) on ''The Wizard of Oz''! Candace Cameron Bure stars as Darcy Gale, a publicist who teams up with Huck, a cynical business owner played by Neil Webb, to help out a charity in need. It airs many times at Christmas, and occasionally at other times throughout the year (check your local television provider for exact time and channel on your system). For more details and a sneak peek behind the scenes, take a look at [https://www.etonline.com/candace-cameron-bure-stars-in-hallmark-channels-if-i-only-had-christmas-first-look-exclusive-154864 the news report on the ''Entertainment Tonight'' website]. And [https://celebratingthesoaps.com/hallmark/hallmark-channel-news-wizard-of-oz-reimagined-candace-cameron-bure-in-if-i-only-had-christmas/ here's another report with another preview]. Finally, [https://www.hallmarkchannel.com/if-i-only-had-christmas here's the movie's page on the channel's website].

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==January 2027==
===Волшебник Изумрудного города, часть II, theaters throughout Russia===
'''January 1, 2027: ''Волшебник Изумрудного города, часть II'', theaters throughout Russia.''' The epic cinematic adaptation of Aleksandr Volkov's version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' comes to Russian theaters. Elli, Totoshka, Strasheela, the Iron Woodman, and the Cowardly Lion have reached the Emerald City. But will they meet the Wizard? What price will he ask from them to grant their wishes? Here's the teaser trailer:
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==June 2027==
===Judy Garland Festival, Grand Rapids, Minnesota===
'''June (exact dates to be announced), 2027: Judy Garland Festival, Judy Garland Museum and environs, Grand Rapids, Minnesota.''' Judy Garland's home town celebrates her in this annual festival (returning after taking 2026 off), with events all over town spread out over several days. For more information, keep an eye on the event's website at https://judygarlandmuseum.com/judy-garland-museum-events/.

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==To Be Determined==
===Wizard of Oz Days, Macon, Missouri===
'''Exact date to be announced: Wizard of Oz Days, Hannibal, Missouri.''' For complete details, see the event's Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/WizardofOzDays.

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OzWiki:Current events

2026-03-24T02:26:55Z

Ericgjovaag: /* Wicked play, around the world */

Other Oz events can also be found on [https://www.ozclub.org/calendar/ the International Wizard of Oz Club's online calendar].

Please note that, since I live in the United States and most Oz events take place in the United States, I will identify most event locations by city and state only. Any events taking place in other countries will include the name of the country as well.

==Going on now==
===''Wicked'' play, around the world===
'''Now playing: ''Wicked''.''' This is the award-winning musical based on Gregory Maguire's novel ''Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West''. The book is by Winnie Holzman, the music by Stephen Schwartz, and the show is directed by Joe Mantello. It has done so well, it has spawned the following productions:

* [http://www.gershwintheatre.com/ Gershwin Theater], Broadway, New York City, New York. Tickets may be purchased online at [http://www.ticketmaster.com/venue/24579 ticketmaster.com]. For more details, go to [http://wickedthemusical.com/ wickedthemusical.com]. For a "Behind the Emerald Curtain" tour on Saturday mornings, go to https://wickedthemusical.com/behind-the-emerald-curtain#scrolldown for details.

* The Apollo Victoria Theatre, The West End, London, England, United Kingdom. For more information, including booking tickets, see http://www.wickedthemusical.co.uk/.

* ''Wicked'' is also touring the United States and Canada. For more information and updates about the tour, see https://wickedthemusical.com/tickets/#tour. Here's the current schedule (locations and dates are subject to change):
** March 25-April 5, 2026: [https://www.broadwayincolumbia.com/upcoming-shows/ Koger Center for the Arts], Columbia, South Carolina
** April 8-19, 2026: [https://www.celebrityattractions.com/shows/10200/WICKED/Little-Rock/2026 Robinson Center], Little Rock, Arkansas
** April 22-May 3, 2026: Juanita K. Hammons Hall, Springfield, Missouri
** May 6-June 14, 2026: [https://dallas.broadway.com/shows/wicked/ Music Hall at Fair Park], Dallas, Texas
** June 17-July 5, 2026: [https://ticketomaha.com/Productions/wicked Orpheum Theater], Omaha, Nebraska
** July 8-August 9, 2026: [https://hennepinarts.org/events/wicked Orpheum Theatre], Minneapolis, Minnesota
** August 12-30, 2026: [https://kansascity.broadway.com/shows/wicked/ Music Hall], Kansas City, Missouri
** September 2-20, 2026: [https://www.desmoinesperformingarts.org/whats-on/events/2025-26/broadway/wicked Des Moines Civic Center], Des Moines, Iowa

* A non-reproduction staging is now running at the Teatr Muzyczny ROMA in Warsaw, Poland. For more information, see https://www.teatrroma.pl/spektakl/wicked/.

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===''The Wiz'' play, national tour===
'''''The Wiz'' play, national tour.''' After its Broadway run, this new staging of the Tony-winning musical adaptation of ''The Wizard of Oz'' heads out on a North American tour. The following dates have been announced:

* April 21-26, 2026: [https://www.altriatheater.com/events/detail/the-wiz-2025 Altria Center], Richmond, Virginia
* May 5-10, 2026: [https://www.celebrityattractions.com/shows/10194/THE-WIZ/Tulsa/2026 Tulsa Performing Arts Center], Tulsa, Oklahoma
* May 12-17, 2026: [https://austin.broadway.com/shows/the-wiz/ Bass Concert Hall], Austin, Texas
* May 19-24, 2026: [https://www.okcbroadway.com/wiz Civic Center Music Hall], Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
* May 26-31, 2026: [https://americantheatreguild.com/toledo/shows/the-wiz/ Stranahan Theater], Toledo, Ohio

More dates and cities will be coming. For more information, see the show's website at https://wizmusical.com/.

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===''The Wizard of Oz on Ice'' on tour===
'''Now on Tour: ''The Wizard of Oz on Ice''.''' The new, reimagined version of the 1990s ice show returns for another season. The company has announced the following tour dates:
* March 19, 2026: [https://coffeecountyartsalliance.org/product/wizard/ Enterprise High School Performing Arts Center], Enterprise, Alabama
* March 20, 2026: [https://fordcenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Ford Center for the Performing Arts], Oxford, Mississippi
* March 21, 2026: [https://tickets.thegrand.com/Online/mapSelect.asp?doWork::WSmap::loadMap=Load&createBO::WSmap=1&BOparam::WSmap::loadMap::performance_ids=BF23CAB4-BB58-48F2-B25A-98FC0873E482 The Grand 1894 Opera House], Galveston, Texas
* March 22, 2026: [https://ci.ovationtix.com/35987/production/1241069?performanceId=11647305 Temple Theater], Lufkin, Texas
* March 27, 2026: [https://www.moonlightstage.com/shows-tickets Moonlight Amphitheatre], Vista, California
* March 28, 2026: [https://www.ycpac.com/Online/default.asp?BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Avenue_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Acity_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Amonth_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Aobject_type_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Acategory_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_from=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_to=&doWork%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3Asearch=1&BOparam%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3Asearch%3A%3Aarticle_search_id=EE8716B4-0827-4B0D-9ACB-038A148DF966&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_criteria=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_from=2026-3-28&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_to=2026-3-28 Jim and Linda Lee Performing Arts Center], Prescott, Arizona
* March 29, 2026: [https://tickets.haughpac.com/wizard Haugh Performing Arts Center], Glendora, California
* March 30, 2026: [https://higleycenter.org/ Higley Center for the Performing Arts], Gilbert, Arizona
* April 10, 2026: [https://www.sunsetcenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Sunset Cultural Center], Carmel-by-the-Sea, California
* April 11, 2026: [https://www.lpac.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Lancaster Performing Arts Center], Lancaster, California
* April 12, 2026: [https://livermorearts.org/ Livermore Valley Performing Arts Center], Livermore, California
* April 15, 2026: [https://craterian.org/event/the-wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Craterian Theater], Medford, Oregon
* April 16, 2026: [https://columbiatheatre.com/new-events/wizard-of-oz-on-ice Columbia Theatre], Longview, Washington
* April 17, 2026: [https://www.washingtoncenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice-4-17-2026/ Washington Center for the Performing Arts], Olympia, Washington
* April 19, 2026: [https://buttearts.org/ Mother Lode Theatre], Butte, Montana
* April 30, 2026: [https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/41568594/wizard-of-oz-on-ice-pembroke-givens-performing-arts-center?_gl=1*17vkium*_ga*MTg1OTc1NzAyOS4xNzU3MTE1MzQz*_ga_LQFXLBGNDL*czE3NTcxMTUzNDMkbzEkZzEkdDE3NTcxMTUzNzMkajMwJGwwJGgw Givens Performing Arts Center], Pembroke, North Carolina

For more information about the show, see the website at https://wizardofozonice.com/.

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===''Ozmafia'' anime series, on the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Ozmafia'' anime series, crunchyroll.com.''' In this Japanese anime series (based on the video game of the same name), Scarlet is a new transfer student at Oz Academy. He doesn't get off to a good start, but the teachers seem nice enough. But what strange secrets are hiding at Oz Academy, and why are they at war with the other academies? Episodes (in Japanese, with English subtitles) are available to view online at http://www.crunchyroll.com/ozmafia for free.

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===''The Wizard of Oz'' and ''The Wiz'', throughout the United Kingdom===
'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz'', throughout the United Kingdom.''' Oz is a popular show to perform in the United Kingdom, and there always seems to be a show going on somewhere. For a complete listing of all upcoming productions of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in the United Kingdom, see the listings at [http://www.list.co.uk/events/theatre/what:The%20Wizard%20of%20Oz/sort:date/show:100/ ''The List''], naturally. They also have listings for performances of [http://www.list.co.uk/events/theatre/what:The%20Wiz/sort:date/show:100/ ''The Wiz''].

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===''Emerald City'' television series, NBC.com===
'''''Emerald City'' television series, NBC.com''' The latest Oz TV project has gone through its broadcast run on NBC. But the show's website is still up at http://www.nbc.com/emerald-city. You can still watch episodes online at http://www.nbc.com/emerald-city/episodes, and the show is also streaming on Peacock.

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===''Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz'', Internet Streaming and Cablecast===
'''Now playing: ''Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz'' cartoon series, Internet Streaming.''' This is the latest Oz cartoon series, based (very loosely) on the famous 1939 film version. Dorothy is now a princess of Oz and living in the Emerald City with Queen Ozma. But she's still having adventures! For more information, see the show's website at https://watch.boomerang.com/shows/dorothy-franchise/series/dorothy-series/volume-1. Or, if you have the Boomerang or Cartoon Network cable channels, episodes are now being shown in territories around the world, outside the United States, also have the show, so check your local version of the Cartoon Network, Boomerang, or Max channels or websites.

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===''Lost in Oz'' series, Internet streaming===
'''Now playing: ''Lost in Oz'', Amazon Video streaming.''' This animated series from Amazon tells the story of Dorothy, a modern-day girl, and her dog Toto, who are whisked to Oz when Dorothy opens one of her mother's old journals. To get home, she must find the elements of magic and help restore magic to Oz. Fortunately she has made friends with Ojo the Munchkin and West, a trainee witch, to help her out. To get started, see Amazon's ''Lost in Oz'' website at https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00Z89MYTI! And in November of 2022, [https://www.youtube.com/embed/h4fc1XvdBrk this short was dropped] with news of what's to come.

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===''Dee & Friends in Oz'', Netflix worldwide===
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'''Now playing: ''Dee & Friends in Oz'', Netflix worldwide.''' The streaming service has announced their new shows for 2024, including ''Dee & Friends in Oz'', an animated musical series aimed at preschoolers. Dee is a young girl who discovers a key to the magical land of Oz, where she makes friends and has has adventures where she saves the day. Want a sneak peek? [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oPAZCfmc0mQ&ab_channel=NetflixJr. Here's the first episode!]

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===''Chronicles of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now streaming: The ''Chronicles of Oz'' podcast.''' This audio adaptation of the first three Oz books, each in six episodes, presents ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', ''The Marvellous Land of Oz'', and ''Ozma of Oz'', plus a special episode adapting ''The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus''. Produced by Crossover Adventure Productions out of Australia. All episodes, along with trailers and other materials, can be downloaded at http://chroniclesofoz.com/.

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===''The Royal Podcast of Oz'', the Internet===
'''Now streaming: ''The Royal Podcast of Oz'', podbean.com and other podcasting sites.''' Now running for over a decade, this podcast is devoted to all things Oz, with interviews, reviews, news, and other items of interest to Oz fans of all types. You can listen to or download all editions at https://anchor.fm/the-royal-podcast-of-oz/, or look for it on your favorite podcast site.

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===''Wait Wait…Don't Tell Me'', National Public Radio===
'''Now streaming: ''Wait Wait…Don't Tell Me'' edition of May 11, 2019, npr.org.''' The popular current events quiz show recorded this episode in St. Louis, and got one of the city's most celebrated residents to play "Not My Job". Former Cardinals shortstop and Hall of Fame inductee Ozzie Smith was nicknamed "The Wizard of Oz" in his playing days, so naturally, he gets to answer questions about ''The Wizard of Oz''! You can listen to the entire episode [https://www.npr.org/programs/wait-wait-dont-tell-me/722132214/wait-wait-for-may-11-2019-with-not-my-job-guest-ozzie-smith?showDate=2019-05-11 here], or just Smith's segment [https://www.npr.org/2019/05/11/721853591/not-my-job-we-quiz-baseball-great-ozzie-smith-on-the-wizard-of-oz here].

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===''Hit the Bricks!'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Hit the Bricks!'' podcast, the Internet.''' One hundred years after the events of ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', the Gale farm is abandoned, and a new generation is off to have adventures in Oz. The first act has now dropped, with further episodes to come. For more information, see the show's website at https://hitthebricks.com/, and its Twitter feed at https://twitter.com/HitTheBricksPod/.

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===''The Smallwood Sessions'' podcast, "The Podcast of Oz", the Internet===
'''Now playing: "The Podcast of Oz" episode of ''The Smallwood Sessions'' podcast.''' To celebrate what would have been the 2020 edition of Chittenango's Oz-Stravaganza, this podcast about upstate New York celebrates Oz and creator L. Frank Baum's connections to the area. To listen, go to https://anchor.fm/josh-taylor87/episodes/Episode-22-The-Podcast-of-Oz-ef05f4.

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===''Down the Yellow Brick Pod'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Down the Yellow Brick Pod'' podcast.''' This podcast takes a deep dive into the Oz books, one chapter at a time, and looks at all that they encompass. Available on many podcast sources, including Google Podcasts, and through [https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS8xMTcyMTM4LnJzcw?hl=en this link].

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===''The Wonderful Recap of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''The Wonderful Recap of Oz'' podcast.''' This podcast recaps the Oz books, one per episode. Available Available on many podcast sources, including Google Podcasts, and through [https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy80ZjgyMWIyYy9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw== this link].

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===''No Place Like Home'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''No Place Like Home'' podcast.''' This podcast looks at the Ruby Slippers, how they were stolen in 2005 and found again in 2018, and all the background behind them, the production of The Movie, the life of Judy Garland, and more. Available on most podcasting sites. For more information, the show's website is at https://shows.cadence13.com/podcast/noplacelikehome.

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===''The Lost Princess of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''The Lost Princess of Oz'' podcast.''' A new, original Oz story for kids (of all ages), told in six parts, with songs, and presented by the Delaware Children's Theatre. Although based on Baum's writings, this is not the same story as his novel ''The Lost Princess of Oz''. For more information, or to subscribe, see the show's website at https://www.thelostprincessofozpodcast.com/.

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===''The Wizard of Oz: A Homegrown American Fairy Tale'' radio broadcast, BBC World Service===
'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz: A Homegrown American Fairy Tale'' radio documentary, BBC World Service and online streaming.''' This program looks at the origins and mythology of ''The Wizard of Oz'' and how it came about. It is currently available to listen or download online, anywhere in the world. Check the program's website at https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/w3ct1rl9 to listen to it online, or to download it.

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===To Oz? To Oz! online convention, the Internet===
'''To Oz? To Oz! online convention.''' With so many Oz events having to be cancelled this year because of the COVID-19 pandemic, a bunch of them got together to present some of their events to a worldwide, online audience for free. The live portions of the convention have now ended, but if you go to https://ozis.us/, you can see many prerecorded talks and events.

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===The OzConnection, YouTube===
'''The OzConnection, YouTube.''' OzCon International, the world's longest running ''Wizard of Oz'' convention, now has a YouTube channel at "The OzConnection", which features highlights of earlier cons and new material. The link is at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQU5pEFZZ6n_vXvRalgclSg.

The OzConnection has recently started two shows specifically for their channel. The first is a talk show called "OZ:Connect", which you can find in a playlist at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r-NAe0FKDXk&list=PLVNfENfXbx111GmnLLJFklUVGxPl1zUC-. The other new show is "Crypto-Oz-ology", short stories about all kinds of unusual happenings in Oz, which is in a playlist at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sCoSH97u4ts&list=PLVNfENfXbx11g0DhXikoqyP0dslwHeC1h.

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===Oz Talk, YouTube===
'''''Oz Talk'' panel talk show, YouTube.''' Join five Oz friends as they discuss any and all Oz subjects under the sun. New episodes will drop every two weeks on [https://www.youtube.com/c/TheOfficialOzClub/videos the Official Oz Club's YouTube Channel]. You can find the playlist for ''Oz Talk'' at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VNINbbefPS4&list=PL3OVMLWgINCRfgeWZR8GPJOp11rR73Ssc.

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===''Fifty Years of Oziana'' Readings, Youtube===
'''''Fifty Years of Oziana'' short story readings, YouTube.''' To celebrate fifty years of ''Oziana'', the International Wizard of Oz Club's annual literary magazine, Club members read stories from the last five decades. Many authors have even revisited their own stories. You can see the playlist of all stories [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hm6WXDLg9U8&list=PL3OVMLWgINCQ2a_CDuBggCt7kCYVaS4yD right here].

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===''Rainbow'' movie, Netflix===
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'''Now playing: ''Rainbow'', on Netflix worldwide.''' The first streaming service premieres this new movie, from director Paco León, that uses themes and imagery from ''The Wizard of Oz'' to explore the coming of age of Dora, a young Spanish woman who finds that everything she thought she knew about her life may be wrong. Available in an English dub, or with English subtitles.

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===The Wizard of Oz Experience, Around the World===
'''The Wizard of Oz Experience.''' The interactive outdoors event will be making making another set of appearances around the United States, Canada, and Australia in the spring of 2024. Take a look at https://questoapp.com/ for when it's coming to your town.

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===The Wicked Wizard Afternoon Tea, London, England, United Kingdom===
'''The Wicked Wizard Afternoon Tea, The Franklin Hotel, London, England, United Kingdom.''' Enjoy an Oz-themed tea, inspired by ''The Wizard of Oz'' and ''Wicked'', in the heart of London's Knightsbridge district. Tea is served from noon to 6:00, costs £49 (spirits are extra), and reservations must be made at least twenty-four hours in advance. For more information, including the menu, see [https://collezione.starhotels.com/en/our-hotels/the-franklin-london/restaurants-and-bars/wicked-wizard-at-the-franklin.html?_gl=1*1cfuckg*_up*MQ..*_gs*MQ..*_ga*MzU1MjIzMDI0LjE3NDE1NzY0NjA.*_ga_444Y1N2CEK*MTc0MTU3NjQ1OC4xLjEuMTc0MTU3NjU3NS4wLjAuMTkzNzQwNjk0Nw..*_ga_YXSDGTQ8NB*MTc0MTU3NjQ1OC4xLjEuMTc0MTU3NjU3NS4wLjAuNDIxNjUwMTc1&gclid=Cj0KCQiAlbW-BhCMARIsADnwasphX4BQH4lMNEKBognzeTmjcu96bA-ZlcDfhhU2ouaxc5CgyV41YLMaAjUfEALw_wcB the Franklin's website].

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===''Ruby Red Handed: Stealing America’s Most Famous Pair of Shoes'', Hulu===
'''Now playing: ''Ruby Red Handed: Stealing America’s Most Famous Pair of Shoes'', Hulu Streaming Service.''' This ABC News documentary delves into the 2005 theft of a pair of Ruby Slippers in Minnesota and the subsequent investigation and recovery. Take a look at https://www.hulu.com/series/4dd523b6-cfb6-4d4f-99c8-9febd2e4af68.

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===''The Wizard of Oz'', Las Vegas, Nevada===
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'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz'' at the Sphere, Las Vegas, Nevada.''' See the famous 1939 film version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in a whole new way. This is an immersive reimagining in 16K on a huge screen surrounding the audience. For more information and to buy tickets, go to https://www.thesphere.com/shows/wizard-of-oz-experience.

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===Candlelight: ''The Wizard of Oz'' concerts, around the world===
'''Candlelight: ''The Wizard of OZ'' concerts, around the world.''' In conjunction with Warner Bros., Candlelight is presenting songs from the famous movie version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in venues around the world amidst a sea of flickering candles. For more information, or to locate a concert, see the website at https://candlelightexperience.com/wizard-of-oz-concerts/.

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===Bloomland in Oz, Burlington, Ontario, Canada===
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'''Now through April 6, 2026: Bloomland in Oz, Royal Botanical Gardens Canada, Burlington, Ontario, Canada.''' The Gardens' 2026 showcase features floral displays and artistic creations, all inspired by the novel ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz''. For more information or to purchase tickets, see the website at https://www.rbg.ca/things-to-do/by-season/special-events/winter-exhibit/. And here's a behind-the-scenes look:
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===Stories of Cinema: Identity exhibit, Los Angeles, California===
'''Now through January 10, 2027: Stories of Cinema: Identity exhibit, Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, Los Angeles, California.''' The Academy Museum has brought its pair of Ruby Slippers back for the public to view. This exhibit also includes costumes and design studies from such movies as ''Flower Drum Song'', ''Dreamgirls'', ''Moulin Rouge!'', ''Amadeus'', ''Ma Raimey's Black Bottom'', ''Barbie'', and ''Wicked''. For more information, see the museum's website at https://www.academymuseum.org/en/exhibitions/stories-of-cinema-identity.

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==March 2026==
===An Emerald Evening in Oz, Kansas City, Missouri===
'''March 28, 2026: An Emerald Evening in Oz, The Midland Theatre, Kansas City, Missouri.''' The Kansas City Repertory Theatre's latest fundraiser has a distinctly Ozian touch this year, in celebration of the company's upcoming production of ''The Wizard of Oz''. For more information, including how to reserve a seat or a table, see https://kcrep.org/event/gala/.

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==April 2026==
===''Return to Oz'' 40th Anniversary Screening, San Francisco, California===
'''April 9, 2026: ''Return to Oz'' 40th Anniversary Screening, The Castro Theatre, San Francisco, California.''' The legendary San Francisco theater is opening again after renavations, and part of the program will be a rare theatrical screening of the 1985 Disney movie ''Return to Oz'' to celebrate it's fortieth anniversary (maybe a few months late). The special guest is director Walter Murch, who will discuss the film and answer questions afterwards. For more details, see the show's website at https://thecastro.com/events/movies-for-maniacs-260409/

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===Garmin Marathon in the Land of Oz, Olathe, Kansas===
'''April 26, 2026: Garmin Marathon in the Land of Oz, Olathe, Kansas.''' If you're going to have a 26.2-mile run in Kansas, you may as well give it an Oz theme! For more information and to register, see the race's website at http://ozrun.org/.

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==May 2026==
===''The Wizard of Oz'' play, Kansas City, Missouri===
'''May 5-24, 2026: ''The Wizard of Oz'' play, Kansas City Repertory Theatre, Kansas City, Missouri.''' The company presents the Royal Shakespeare Company's adaptation of the famous musical version of the story, based on the famous movie. For more details or to purchase tickets, see https://kcrep.org/event/the-wizard-of-oz/.

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===Yellow Brick Road Festival, Sedan, Kansas===
'''May 22-23, 2026: Yellow Brick Road Festival, Sedan, Kansas.''' This town in Kansas celebrates ''The Wizard of Oz'' every year. For details, see http://www.lasr.net/travel/city.php?Sedan&Kansas&Yellow+Brick+Road+Festival&City_ID=KS0604019&Event_ID=KS0604019e002&VE=Y or call 620-725-4033.

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===''It's Dorothy'' documentary, Port Jefferson, New York===
'''May 31, 2026: ''It's Dorothy'' documentary, Theatre Three, Port Jefferson, New York.''' Theatre Three and the Por Jefferson Arts Council present a screening of this documentary about the heroine of ''The Wizard of Oz'' and the actresses who have played her. The show starts at 7:30, and tickets are $10. For more information, see the theatre's website at https://theatrethree.com/special_events/dorothy/.

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==June 2026==
===Oz-Stravaganza, Chittenango, New York===
'''June 5-7, 2026: Oz-Stravaganza, Chittenango, New York.''' This village in upstate New York honors its native son, L. Frank Baum, with an annual festival honoring his creation, the Land of Oz. For more information, see the event's website at http://www.oz-stravaganza.com/.

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==August 2026==
===Oz Festival Illinois, Mapleton, Illinois===
'''August (exact date to be announced), 2025: Oz Fest Illinois, Butler Haynes Park, Mapleton, Illinois.'''. For more information, see the event's website at https://www.hollispark.org/oz-fest, or the Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/OzFestIllinois/.

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==September 2026==
===Autumn at Oz Party, Banner Elk, North Carolina===
'''September (exact dates to be announced), 2026: Autumn at Oz Party, Beech Mountain, Banner Elk, North Carolina.''' The Wizard of Oz Park on the mountain may no longer be in regular operation, but it's still there, and Oz and park fans get together once a year for a party. Hurricane Hélène paused the event for 2025, but there's hope for a return in 2026. For more information, check out https://landofoznc.com/.

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===OzFest, Liberal, Kansas===
'''September (exact date to be announced), 2026: OzFest, Liberal, Kansas.''' The home town of the Dorothy's House attraction hosts its annual tribute to Dorothy and Oz. For more information, see [https://www.lasr.net/travel/city.php?Ozfest&TravelTo=KS1019015&VE=Y&Event_ID=KS1019015e002 the city's events page] and [http://visitliberal.com/ the city's website] (and be sure to call 1-800-LIBERAL to confirm event and dates).

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==October 2026==
===Oztoberfest, Wamego, Kansas===
'''October (exact date to be announced), 2026: Oztoberfest, Wamego, Kansas.''' The town not only has an Oz museum, they put on an annual Oz festival. Authors and other special guests will attend, and there's also admission to the museum. For more details, call the Oz museum at 1-866-458-TOTO, or see the event's website at http://oztoberfest.com/.

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==November 2026==
===TeslaCon, Middleton, Wisconsin===
'''November 12-15, 2026: TeslaCon, Marriott of Middleton, Middleton, Wisconsin.''' The country's largest steampunk convention celebrates its sixteenth edition, and this year the theme is Oz. For more information, see the convention's website at https://teslacon.com/.

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==Holiday Season 2026-27==
===''The Wizard of Oz'', holiday cablecasts===
'''''The Wizard of Oz'' holiday cablecasts, TBS and TNT.''' The stations' annual holiday season showings of the famous film version are, generally speaking, around Thanksgiving on TBS and Christmas on TNT. Check your local provider for exact times and channels on your system. Keep checking back for updates.

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===''The Wiz'' holiday telecasts===
'''''The Wiz'' holiday telecasts.''' Channels have holiday time airings of the 1978 film adaptation of ''The Wiz'', starring Diana Ross as Dorothy, Michael Jackson as the Scarecrow, Lena Horne as Glinda, and Richard Pryor as the Wiz. Keep checking back for updates.

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===''If I Only Had Christmas'' television movie, The Hallmark Channel===
'''''If I Only Had Christmas'' television movie, The Hallmark Channel.''' A Hallmark Christmas romance movie, first shown in 2020 and based (extremely loosely) on ''The Wizard of Oz''! Candace Cameron Bure stars as Darcy Gale, a publicist who teams up with Huck, a cynical business owner played by Neil Webb, to help out a charity in need. It airs many times at Christmas, and occasionally at other times throughout the year (check your local television provider for exact time and channel on your system). For more details and a sneak peek behind the scenes, take a look at [https://www.etonline.com/candace-cameron-bure-stars-in-hallmark-channels-if-i-only-had-christmas-first-look-exclusive-154864 the news report on the ''Entertainment Tonight'' website]. And [https://celebratingthesoaps.com/hallmark/hallmark-channel-news-wizard-of-oz-reimagined-candace-cameron-bure-in-if-i-only-had-christmas/ here's another report with another preview]. Finally, [https://www.hallmarkchannel.com/if-i-only-had-christmas here's the movie's page on the channel's website].

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==January 2027==
===Волшебник Изумрудного города, часть II, theaters throughout Russia===
'''January 1, 2027: ''Волшебник Изумрудного города, часть II'', theaters throughout Russia.''' The epic cinematic adaptation of Aleksandr Volkov's version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' comes to Russian theaters. Elli, Totoshka, Strasheela, the Iron Woodman, and the Cowardly Lion have reached the Emerald City. But will they meet the Wizard? What price will he ask from them to grant their wishes? Here's the teaser trailer:
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==June 2027==
===Judy Garland Festival, Grand Rapids, Minnesota===
'''June (exact dates to be announced), 2027: Judy Garland Festival, Judy Garland Museum and environs, Grand Rapids, Minnesota.''' Judy Garland's home town celebrates her in this annual festival (returning after taking 2026 off), with events all over town spread out over several days. For more information, keep an eye on the event's website at https://judygarlandmuseum.com/judy-garland-museum-events/.

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==To Be Determined==
===Wizard of Oz Days, Macon, Missouri===
'''Exact date to be announced: Wizard of Oz Days, Hannibal, Missouri.''' For complete details, see the event's Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/WizardofOzDays.

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==February 2, 2026: ''The Baum Bugle'' Winter 2025 Issue and ''Oziana'' 2025==
[[file:Bbwinter25.jpg|300 px|left]]The year's final issue of ''The Baum Bugle'' is back from the printers and off to members of the International Wizard of Oz Club. Look for more on this issue in the coming days. <br clear=all>

[[file:Oziana_2025.jpg|400 px|right]]Also available now is the 2025 issue of ''Oziana'', the Club's annual literary anthology. It is available for sale to anyone, even if they're not a member of the Club, through [https://www.lulu.com/shop/jl-bell-and-scott-b-blanke-and-nathan-m-dehoff-and-catherine-lombardi/oziana-2025/paperback/product-v8m6mke.html?page=1&pageSize=4 Lulu.com]. Look for more on this issue in the coming days as well. <br clear=all>

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==November 13, 2025: ''The Baum Bugle'' Autumn 2025 Issue==
[[file:Bbautumn25.jpg|right]] The latest issue of ''The Baum Bugle'', the journal of the International Wizard of oz Club, is making its way to members now. This issue celebrates forty years of ''Return to Oz'', and includes a comprehensive checklist of collectibles from the 1985 Disney movie.

In this issue:

* The wraparound front cover reproduces the art, by Josh Kirby, for a 1985 British ''Return to Oz'' jigsaw puzzle.
* The inside front cover has photos, taken by Tricia Trozzi, of the New York premiere of ''Return to Oz'' in June of 1985.
* In "Letters", Oz Club President and ''Bugle'' editor Sarah K. Crotzer discuss their encounters and memories of ''Return to Oz''.
* In "The ''Bugle'' Bulletin:
** The only known manuscript of "Over the Rainbow" is now in the Library of Congress.
** Documentarian Jeffrey McHale is taking his latest movie, ''It's Dorothy!'' around the film festival circuit.
** "Beyond the Shifting Sands" remembers recently passed Oz luminaries:
*** Robert A. Baum, Jr., the great-grandson of L. Frank Baum and a noted Oz scholar and historian in his own right.
*** Dr. Richard R. Rutter, a major collector and Winkie Convention attendee, who was especially known for his extravagant Oz costumes.
*** Drew Struzan, the celebrated movie poster artist whose works included ''Return to Oz''.
* Sarah K. Crotzer looks back at the life and career of the actress known in Oz circles as Princess Mombi from ''Return to Oz'' in "So…! The Many Heads of Jean Marsh".
* Tricia Trozzi looks back at what she was doing on June 21, 1985—attending the gala premiere of ''Return to Oz'' at Radio City Music Hall—in "Movie Memories".
* Original ''Return to Oz'' reviews are collected in "What the Papers Said: 1985 Edition, A Collection of Contemporaneous Media Opinions of ''Return to Oz''".
* Robert B. Luehrs contemplates one of L. Frank Baum's earlier characters in "The Pundit of Oz: Some Random Thoughts Concerning the Woggle-Bug".
* Sarah K. Crotzer updates previous ''Bugle'' checklists with "The Ultimate ''Return to Oz'' Merchandise Checklist", a full-color insert.
* Carl Rexroad continues on from an article in a previous issue with "The Editorial Cartoons of Oz, Part 2: Modern Times with ''The Wizard of Oz''".
* Jane Albright peeks behind the curtain of the latest iteration of ''The Wizard of Oz on Ice'' in "Melt the Witch, Not the Ice".
* Noted in "The Bugle Review":
** [https://cloverpress.us/collections/prose-books/products/oz-collection-kabumpo-in-oz ''Kabumpo in Oz'' by Ruth Plumly Thompson, newly illustrated by Sara Richard] and reviewed by Atticus Gannaway.
** [https://scriveningspress.com/book/a-hundred-magical-reasons/ ''A Hundred Magical Reasons'' by Laura DeNooyer], reviewed by J. L. Bell.
** [https://insighteditions.com/products/wicked-grimmerie-collectible-hardcover-journal ''Wicked: The Grimmerie Collectible Hardcover Journal''], reviewed by Atticus Gannaway.
** Three games in which Oz characters appear: [https://www.amazon.com/Lookout-Games-LK0101-Gingerbread-House/dp/B07JH62HXN ''Gingerbread House''], [https://horribleguild.com/eu/product/similo-fables/ ''Similo: Fables''], and [https://gamefound.com/en/projects/gabe-barrett/storybook-saga-solo-game-of-the-month ''Storybook Saga''], all reviewed by Sarah K. Crotzer.
* The inside back cover reprints a 1985 Japanese ad for ''Return to Oz'' merchandise from Nakajima Toys.

Also included with this issue is the card game Don't Wear Mombi's Head, a set of cards to color, cut out, and play with.

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==''Wicked'' and ''Wicked: For Good'' Accolades and Awards==
With high profile movie releases, naturally ''Wicked'' and ''Wicked: For Good'' will receive acclaim during the film award seasons. Here, then, we will keep track of awards presented to the ''Wicked'' movies and their cast and crew, plus nominations for awards to be given later. Keep an eye on this list or the Wikipedia pages for [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_accolades_received_by_Wicked_(2024_film) ''Wicked''] and [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wicked%3A_For_Good#Accolades ''Wicked: For Good''] as more news comes in.

The awards are presented here in the chronological order they were presented:
* September 27, 2024: International Cinematographers "Manaki Brothers" Film Festival, SUMOLIGHT Creative Energy Award: Alice Brooks (Cinematographer) and Dave Smith (Gaffer)
* November 18, 2024: Heartland Film Festival, Truly Moving Picture Award: ''Wicked''
* November 23, 2024: The International Film Festival of the Art of Cinematography Camerimage, Production Designer Award: Nathan Crowley
* December 4, 2024: National Board of Review
** Best Film: ''Wicked''
** Best Director: Jon M. Chu
** Spotlight Award: the creative collaboration of Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande
* December 5, 2024: American Film Institute Awards, Top 10 Films of the Year: ''Wicked'' (alongside nine other movies)
* December 8, 2024: Washington DC Area Film Critics Film Critics Association
** Best Feature: ''Wicked''
** Best Production Design: Nathan Crowley and Lee Sandales
* December 8, 2024: Astra Film and Creative Arts Awards
** Best Picture: ''Wicked''
** Best Actress: Cynthia Erivo
** Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande (tied with Zoe Saldaña for ''Emilia Pérez'')
** Best Director: Jon M. Chu
** Best Casting: Tiffany Little Canfield and Bernard Telsey
** Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
** Best Marketing Campaign: ''Wicked''
** Best Production Design: Nathan Crowley and Lee Sandales
* December 9, 2024: Celebration of Black Cinema and Television, Actress Award—Film: Cynthia Erivo
* December 9, 2024: Michigan Movie Critics Guild, Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande
* December 9, 2024: Atlanta Film Critics Circle, Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande
* December 9, 2024: San Diego Film Critics Society
** Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande
** Best Production Design: Nathan Crowley and Lee Sandales
** Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
* December 13, 2024: African-American Film Critics Association, Innovator Award: Paul Tazewell
* December 13, 2024: Las Vegas Film Critics Society
** Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
** Best Family Film: ''Wicked''
* December 15, 2024: St. Louis Film Critics Association, Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
* December 16, 2024: Phoenix Film Critics Society
** Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande
** Best Costume Design: ''Wicked''
* December 16, 2024: Seattle Film Critics Society, Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
* December 16, 2024: Iowa Film Critics Association, Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande (tied with Isabella Rossellini in ''Conclave'')
* December 16, 2024: Southeastern Film Critics Association, Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande
* December 21, 2024: Nevada Film Critics Society
** Best Actress: Cynthia Erivo
** Best Visual Effects: Pablo Helman
* December 28, 2024: Digital Spy Readers Awards, Most Anticipated Movie of 2025: ''Wicked: For Good''
* December 30, 2024: TiBS Editors Choice Awards:
** Best Actress: Cynthia Erivo
** Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande
** Best Director: Jon M. Chu
** Best Ensemble: ''Wicked''
* January 2, 2025: Capri Hollywood-International Film Festival Award, Best Sound: ''Wicked''
* January 2, 2025: Critics Association of Central Florida
** Best Cast: ''Wicked''
** Best Production Design: ''Wicked''
** Best Sound Design: ''Wicked''
* January 3, 2025: Palm Springs International Film Festival
** Creative Impact in Acting Award: Cynthia Erivo
** Rising Star Award: Ariana Grande
* January 3, 2025: Oklahoma Film Critics Circle, Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande
* January 4, 2025: DiscussingFilm Global Critic Award, Best Production Design: ''Wicked''
* January 5, 2025: Golden Globe Awards, Cinematic and Box Office Achievement: ''Wicked''
* January 10, 2025: Music City Film Critics Association, Best Music Film: ''Wicked''
* January 10, 2025: Minnesota Film Critics Association, Best Costume Design: ''Wicked''
* January 12, 2025: Puerto Rico Critics Association
** Best Comedy/Musical: ''Wicked''
** Best Production Design: ''Wicked''
** Best Costume Design: ''Wicked''
* January 13, 2025: North Dakota Film Society, Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
* January 13, 2025: Hawaii Film Critics Society
** Best Art Direction: ''Wicked''
** Best Costume Design: ''Wicked''
** Best Visual Effects: ''Wicked''
* January 14, 2025: Portland Critics Association, Best Supporting Performance (Female): Ariana Grande
* January 16, 2025: North American Film Critics Association, Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande
* January 24, 2025: Denver Film Critics Society, Best Supporting Performance by an Actor, Female: Ariana Grande
* January 26, 2025: Satellite Awards
** Best Supporting Actress—Motion Picture: Ariana Grande
** Best Production Design: ''Wicked''
** Best Costume Design: ''Wicked''
** Best Sound: ''Wicked''
** Make-Up Award: ''Wicked''
* January 27, 2025: Online Film Critics Society, Technical Achievement Award — Choreography: ''Wicked''
* February 6, 2025: Costume Designers Guild Awards, Excellence in Sci-Fi/Fantasy Film: Paul Tazewell
* February 7, 2025: Set Decorators Society of America, Best Achievement in Décor/Design of a Comedy or Musical Feature Film: Lee Sandales and Nathan Crowley
* February 7, 2025: Critics' Choice Movie Awards
** Best Director: Jon M. Chu
** Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
** Best Production Design: Nathan Crowley and Lee Sandales
* February 7, 2025: AACTA Awards, Audience Choice Award for Favourite Film: ''Wicked''
* February 9, 2025: Santa Barbara International Film Festival, Virtuoso Award: Ariana Grande
* February 9, 2025: AARP Movies for Grownups Awards, Best Screenwriter: Winnie Holzman
* February 12, 2025: Artios Awards, Outstanding Achievement in Casting – Big Budget Feature (Comedy): Bernard Telsey, Tiffany Little Canfield, Ryan Bernard Tymensky, Tamsyn Manson
* February 13, 2025: Dorian Awards
** Supporting Film Performance of the Year: Ariana Grande
** "We're Wilde About You" Rising Star Award: Jonathan Bailey
** Galeca LGBTQIA+ Film Trailblazer: Cynthia Erivo
* February 15, 2025: Art Directors Guild Awards, Excellence in Production Design for a Fantasy Film: Nathan Crowley
* February 15, 2025: Make-Up Artists and Hair Stylists Guild
** Best Period and/or Character Make-Up in a Feature-Length Motion Picture: Frances Hannon, Alice Jones, Nuria Mbornio, Johanna Nielsen, Branka Vorkapic
** Best Period and/or Character Hair Styling in a Feature-Length Motion Picture: Frances Hannon, Sarah Nuth, Sim Camps, Gabor Kerekes
* February 16, 2025: BAFTA Film Awards
** Best Production Design: ''Wicked''
** Best Costume Design: ''Wicked''
* February 17, 2025: Black Reel Awards
** Outstanding Soundtrack: ''Wicked''
** Outstanding Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
* February 17, 2025: Latino Entertainment Journalists Society
** Best Production Design: Nathan Crowley and Lee Sandales
** Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
* February 22, 2025: NAACP Image Awards
** Outstanding Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
** Outstanding Soundtrack/Compilation Album: ''Wicked: The Soundtrack''
* February 23, 2025: Online Film and Television Association
** Best Production Design: ''Wicked''
** Best Costume Design: ''Wicked''
** Best Adapted Song: "Defying Gravity"
* February 23, 2025: Golden Reel Awards, Outstanding Achievement in Music Editing–Feature Motion Picture: Catherine Wilson, Robin Baynton
* February 28, 2025: International Cinematographers Guild Publicists Awards, Maxwell Weinberg Award for Motion Picture Publicity Campaign: ''Wicked''
* March 2, 2025: Academy Awards
** Best Costume Design: ''Wicked''
** Best Production Design: ''Wicked''
* March 11, 2025: Queerties
** Drama Movie: ''Wicked''
** Film Performance: Jonathan Bailey
** Next Big Thing: ''Wicked: For Good''
* March 14, 2025: American Cinema Editors Awards, Best Edited Feature Film – Comedy or Musical: Myron Kerstein
* March 17, 2025: iHeartRadio Music Awards, Favorite Soundtrack: ''Wicked: The Soundtrack''
* April 22, 2025: Webby Awards, Variety and Reality, General Video and Film: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a7Inn_IA-MA&ab_channel=Variety ''Wicked'' Stars Ariana Grande & Cynthia Erivo Break Down Viral "Holding Space" Interview]
* June 9, 2025: The BET Awards, Best Actress: Cynthia Erivo
* June 21, 2025: Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards:
** Favorite Movie: ''Wicked''
** Favorite Movie Actress: Ariana Grande as Glinda
** Favorite Song from a Movie: "Defying Gravity"
* July 3, 2025: Astra Midseason Movie Awards, Most Anticipated Film: ''Wicked: For Good''
* August 5, 2025: Las Culturista Culture Awards, Harshest Truth About ''Wicked'': Phannee not realized, we don't get into his gay story (What was that like? Was it hard coming out or was Pfannee born wealthy? Prequel idea about this.)
* October 19, 2025: Middleburg Film Festival, Creative Collaborators Award: Alice Brooks (cinematographer) and Myron Kerstein (editor), ''Wicked: For Good''
* October 26, 2025: Savannah Film Festival, Vanguard Director Award: Jon M. Chu
* November 3, 2025: ''People'' Magazine's Sexiest Man Alive: Jonathan Bailey
* November 4, 2025: Media Access Awards, Christopher Reeve Acting Award: Marissa Bode
* November 18, 2025: British GQ Man of the Year: Cynthia Erivo (one of eighteen honorees)
* November 19, 2025: Hollywood Music in Media Awards, Music Themed Film, Biopic, or Musical: ''Wicked: For Good'', Jon M. Chu
* December 3, 2025: National Board of Review: Top 10 Films (one of ten, but not Film of the Year)
* December 4, 2025: American Film Institute Awards: Top 10 Films (one of ten)
* December 9, 2025: African-American Film Critics Association, Top Ten Films of the Year: ''Wicked: For Good''
* December 11, 2025: Astra Film Awards, Best Visual Effects: ''Wicked: For Good'', Pablo Helman, Jonathan Fawkner, Anthony Smith, Dale Newton, and Paul Corbould
* December 15, 2025: San Diego Film Critics Society, Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell, ''Wicked: For Good''
* December 19, 2025: Las Vegas Film Critics Society, Top Ten Films of the Year: ''Wicked: For Good''
* December 28, 2025: Iowa Film Critics Association
** Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande
** Best Song, "The Girl in the Bubble"
* December 29, 2025: The King's New Year's Honours List: Cynthia Erivo is named a Member of the British Empire (MBE)
* January 9, 2026: Astra Film Awards, Best Supporting Actress—Comedy or Musical: Ariana Grande
* January 16, 2026: American Cinematheque Tribute to the Crafts Awards, Choreography: Christopher Scott
* February 1, 2026: London Film Critics' Circle, Derek Malcolm Award for Innovation: Cynthia Erivo
* February 1, 2026: The Grammy Awards, Best Pop Duo/Group Performance: Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande, "Defying Gravity"
* February 8, 2026: Santa Barbara International Film Festival, Kirk Douglas Award: Cynthia Erivo
* February 9, 2026: The Lumiere Awards, the Judy Garland Award: Jon M. Chu
* February 12, 2026: Costume Designers Guild Awards, Excellence in Sci-Fi/Fantasy Film: Paul Tazewell
* February 16, 2026: Black Reel Awards, Outstanding Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
* February 21, 2026: Set Decorators Society of America Awards, Best Achievement in Décor/Design of a Comedy or Musical Feature Film: Nathan Crowley and Lee Sandales
* February 28, 2026: NAACP Image Awards, Outstanding Actress in a Motion Picture: Cynthia Erivo
* March 8, 2026: The Saturn Awards
** Best Fantasy Film: ''Wicked: For Good''
** Best 4K Home Media Release: ''Wicked''
* March 10, 2025: Queerties
** Badass: Johnathan Bailey
** Drama Movie: ''Wicked: For Good''
** Film Performance: Cynthia Erivo, ''Wicked: For Good''

''Wicked: For Good'' has the following nominations for forthcoming awards:
* March 26, 2026: iHeartRadio Music Awards
** Favorite Soundtrack: ''Wicked: For Good—The Soundtrack''
** Favorite On Screen: Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande
* March 28, 2026: Satellite Awards
** Best Actress in a Motion Picture – Comedy or Musical: Cynthia Erivo
** Best Actress in a Supporting Role: Ariana Grande
** Best Original Song: "No Place Like Home", Stephen Schwartz; "The Girl in the Bubble", Stephen Schwartz
** Best Sound: Nancy Nugent Title, John Marquis, Andy Nelson, Simon Hayes, and Jack Dolman
** Best Production Design: Nathan Crowley and Lee Sandales
** Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
** Best Makeup and Hair: Frances Hannon, Mark Coulier, and Laura Blount

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==October 8, 2025: Robert A. Baum, 1942-2025==
[[file:Robert_A_Baum_Jr.webp|300 px|center]] Robert A. "Bob" Baum, great-grandson of L. Frank Baum and an important Oz scholar in his own right, passed away today at the age of 83. His generosity in sharing his family's collection and history has been a boon to Oz in many ways. Museums, documentaries, and Oz festivals and conventions have all been enhanced by Bob's donations. He was a consultant on the 1990 television movie ''The Dreamer of Oz'', a biopic of his great-grandfather, and even recreated Frank's home office on set using items from his own collection. He served the International Wizard of Oz Club as a director and contributor to ''The Baum Bugle'', as well as frequent convention guest. The [https://www.lulu.com/shop/bob-baum-and-don-abbott-and-rob-lauer-and-autumn-rose-frodelius/oziana-2022/paperback/product-pv4dmd.html?q=oziana+2022&page=1&pageSize=4 2022 issue of ''Oziana''], the Club's literary magazine, was a collection of Bob Baum's fanciful stories about his family history. He and his wife, Claire, would sometimes appear at events as L. Frank and Maud Baum to tell stories about their lives. For his many contributions, he was awarded the Oz Club's highest honor, named after his great-grandfather, in 2002.

(Information courtesy Jane Albright on Facebook. Photo courtesy [https://oz.fandom.com/wiki/Robert_A._Baum_Jr. The Oz Wiki].)

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==September 21, 2025: Elaine Merk Binder, 1930-2025==
Elaine Merk Binder, one of the last remaining actors who played a Munchkin in ''The Wizard of Oz'', passed away today at the age of 94. Born in Colorado, she appeared as an extra in several movies in the '30s, including an ''Our Gang'' short. She was one of a dozen young girls who filled in the ranks of background female Munchkins after Judy Garland's Dorothy arrives in Oz. But after 1940 she left show business, and went on to earn degrees in education and music. She appeared in the 2024 documentary series ''Memories of Oz'', reminiscing about making the movie.

(Information courtesy [https://variety.com/2025/film/news/elaine-merk-binder-dead-munchkin-wizard-of-oz-1236525749/ ''Variety''] and [https://www.imdb.com/name/nm5285756/ IMDB].)

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==August 8, 2025: ''The Baum Bugle'' Spring 2025==
[[file:Bbspring25.png|400 px|right]] The latest issue of ''The Baum Bugle'', the journal of the International Wizard of Oz Club, is now making its way to members. This issue celebrates the release of ''Wicked'' (Part 1).

In this issue:
* The front cover reprints the publicity shot of ''Wicked'' stars Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande recreating the original poster design for the ''Wicked'' stage show.
* The inside covers reprint Anton Loeb's endpaper design for the 1950 book adaptation of ''The Wizard of Oz''.
* The table of contents includes Mark Manley's ''Wicked'' tribute painting, "The Melting Occurred at the Thirteenth Hour".
* In "Letters", Oz Club President Ryan Bunch looks back at how the ''Bugle'' covered the path ''Wicked'' has taken from page to stage to screen, and ''Bugle'' editor Sarah K. Crotzer looks at how this issue's features came about.
* In "The Bugle Bulletin":
** The National Library Service (NLS) has [https://www.loc.gov/nls/new-materials/book-lists/wicked-and-the-wizard-of-oz/ a large collection of Oz materials] for the blind and print disabled.
** "Beyond the Shifting Sands" remembers recently passed Oz contributors Jean Marsh, Stephen J. Teller, Jack Van Camp, and Sally Roesch Wagner.
* Sarah K. Crotzer reacts to the ''Wicked'' film in "What Is This Feeling?"
* "What the Papers Said" looks at a number of reviews of ''Wicked'' from around the world.
* "Wicked Wares: Toys, Plushes, and Cinema Exclusives" by Jane Albright looks at a variety of ''Wicked'' movie collectibles.
* David Diket looks at the history and evolution of Wicked Witch of the West dolls in "My Beautiful Wickedness" and "David's Timeline of Beautifully Wicked Dolls".
* Karyl Carlson looks back at how she started creating [https://karylsozdolls.com/ custom Oz dolls] in "The Dollmaker of Oz".
* It's been twenty-five years since the last installment, but Carl Rexroad continues his look at political cartoons themed around ''The Wizard of Oz'' in "The Editorial Cartoons of Oz, Part 1: 125 Years Later, ''The Wizard of Oz'' Still Drives Political Debate".
* William STillman looks at the history of one of the bestselling Oz adaptations in "75 Years of Anton Loeb's ''The Wizard of Oz''".
* In "Oz in the Arts", Robert Lamont reviews [https://wizmusical.com/ the recent Broadway revival of ''The Wiz''] (now on tour).
* In "The Bugle Review":
** [https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0063377012/thewonderwizardo/ ''Elphie: A Wicked Childhood'' by Gregory Maguire], reviewed by Alan Wise.
** [https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B0DNKY21JB/thewonderwizardo/ The blu-ray release of ''Wicked''], reviewed by Sarah K. Crotzer.
** [https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/publisher/21442/double-critical-llc ''Adventules in Oz: Campaign Setting'' and ''Beasts & Beings'' role-playing campaign books], reviewed by Sarah K. Crotzer.
** [https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B0CSYB4B12/thewonderwizardo/ ''Wicked: The Game'' by Spin Master], reviewed by Sarah K. Crotzer.
* Michael Gessel remembers a recently deceased long-time Oz fan in "The Lifelong Scholar: Stephen J. Teller's Journey from Kansas to Oz".
* The back cover shows the Tonner Doll versions of Glinda and the Wicked Witch of the West.

Also included with this issue:
* This issue's Oz craft is a miniature version of the Emerald City Express train from the ''Wicked'' movie.
* And in the final (for now?) issue of ''The Emerald City Gazette'', the newspaper for younger Oz fans (of all ages), Bungle and Toto stroll through the Emerald Palace to ensure that those pesky nomes are finally gone for good.

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==July 19, 2025: Crotzer Wins L. Frank Baum Memorial Award==
This evening, Sarah K. Crotzer was presented the L. Frank Bam Memorial Award for her contributions to Oz. She has been a tireless Oz researcher and writer, with a special interest in the history of Oz games. She is also the current editor of ''The Baum Bugle'', the journal of the International Wizard of Oz Club, and recently became the longest-serving editor in Club history.

Also presented tonight were the Club's annual prizes for writing and art. This year's winners are:
* The Fred Otto Prize for Fiction:
** First place, Jesse Jury for "Four Friends of Oz"
** Second place, J. L. Bell for "Who's Got the Button?"
* The C. Warren Hollister Prize for Non-Fiction:
** First place, Rachel Graham for "An Essential Quickening: John R. Neill and the Art of Oz"
** Second place, Cynthia Ragni for "Project Ozma"
* The Rob Roy MacVeigh Prize for Art:
** First place, Jime Wimmer for "Dorothy and the Cyclone"
** Second place, Rob Lauer for "Ruth and Her Friends in Oz"

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==June 21, 2025: The Winkie Award==
Tonight, OzCon International gave its highest honor, the Winkie Award, to Sam Milazzo. The award recognizes all of the contributions Sam has made to the convention over the past few years, with presentations, panels, and generally helping out.

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==May 6, 2025: ''The Baum Bugle'' Winter 2024==
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It may be slipping back in the calendar a bit, but the latest issue of ''The Baum Bugle'', the journal of the International Wizard of Oz Club, is making its way to members' mailboxes now.

In this issue:
* All four covers celebrate the fiftieth anniversary of ''The Wiz'':
** The front cover features Stephanie Mills and Hinton Battle in [https://digitalcollections.nypl.org/items/0599e600-5cf5-0130-4cf7-58d385a7b928 a 1974 publicity shot for the musical].
** The inside front cover shows several costumes from the play on exhibit at [https://www.si.edu/museums/african-american-museum the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture].
** The inside back cover features production art for the play by Tom John.
** The back cover reproduces a new work, [https://artsofimagination.org/the-wiz-at-50/ ''The Journey from Home: Revisiting ''The Wiz'' at 50''], also by Tom John.
* In "Letters", Oz Club President Ryan Bunch reflects on fifty years of ''The Wiz'' and invites members to [the 2025 edition of the Club's annual convention in Aberdeen, South Dakota], while ''Bugle'' editor Sarah K. Crotzer also looks back at ''The Wiz'', as well as other anniversaries celebrated in this issue.
* News items highlighted in "The Bugle Bulletin":
** ''Wicked'' wins two Academy Awards, with [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KZtKj5-xE1I&ab_channel=Oscars Paul Tazewell becoming the first Black man to win the Oscar for Best Costume Design].
** The latest auction of a pair of Ruby Slippers shatters all records for the price paid for any kind of movie memorabilia.
** Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande team up to [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eedVl_LGwE4&ab_channel=PhVolleyball open the Oscars telecast with a medley of music from Oz movies].
** Recently passed Oz contributors remembered in "Beyond the Shifting Sands":
*** [https://www.abebooks.com/servlet/SearchResults?an=Baum&cm_sp=SearchF-_-home-_-Results&kn=Greg%20Hildebrandt&ref_=search_f_hp&sts=t&tn=The%20Wizard%20of%20Oz Greg Hildebrandt] and [https://www.abebooks.com/servlet/SearchResults?an=Baum&cm_sp=SearchF-_-home-_-Results&kn=Graham%20Rawle&ref_=search_f_hp&sts=t&tn=The%20Wizard%20of%20Oz Graham Rawle], both of whom illustrated ''The Wizard of Oz''.
*** Legendary composer and arranger Quincy Jones, who was an instrumental part of how ''The Wiz'' sounded in movie theaters.
* "Awards and Honors" announces Oz Club President Ryan Bunch as the recipient of the L. Frank Baum Memorial Award, the Club's highest honor, for 2024.
* "They Call My Name: An Interview with George Faison" looks at the life and career of the choreographer. His credits include the original Broadway production of ''The Wiz''.
* "The ''Wiz'' That Wasn't" by Sarah K. Crotzer digs into the casting process for the original company of ''The Wiz'' and reveals who else tried out, or was at least considered, for the major rolls. (There are some definite surprises!)
* "The ''Wiz'' That Was" by Sarah K. Crotzer looks at ''The Wiz'' costumes held by the National Museum of African American History and Culture.
* Crotzer also considers Grampa's game leg and the game you play with it in "A Few Inessential Thoughts About the Game of Scrum".
* "Coming and Going" looks at a few short thoughts about ''Grampa in Oz''.
* "Oz Under Scrutiny", once again compiled by Scott Cummings, looks at what the press of 1924 thought of ''Grampa in Oz''.
* In part two of the interview "Journey to the ''Annotated Wizard'' with Michael Patrick Hearn", the author of ''The Annotated Wizard of Oz'' recounts the aftermath of the book's original 1973 publication.
* L. Frank Baum's great-granddaughter, Gita Dorothy Morena, solves the mystery of a Baum family treasure in "A Letter to Oz Enthusiasts from a Forgotten Baum Illustration".
* "Guaranteed For a Thousand Years", a wrap-up of recent Oz events, reports on the 2024 editions of OzCon International and Oz, The National Convention.
* New products presented in "The Bugle Review":
** [https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B0DVQSJLLX/thewonderwizardo/ ''After Oz'' by Gordon McAlpine], reviewed by Mike Penick
** [https://hungrytigerpress.store/product/all-wound-up-the-making-of-the-tik-tok-man-of-oz/ ''All Wound Up: The Making of ''The Tik-Tok Man of Oz by Eric Shanower], [https://hungrytigerpress.store/product/the-tik-tok-man-of-oz-performance-script/ ''The Tik-Tok Man of Oz Performance Script'' by L. Frank Baum], and [https://hungrytigerpress.store/product/the-tik-tok-man-of-oz-piano-vocal-score/ ''The Tik-Tok Man of Oz Piano-Vocal Score'' by Louis F. Gottschalk and L. Frank Baum], reviewed by Atticus Gannaway.
** [https://joetunes.ca/ ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', ''The Marvelous Land of Oz'', and ''Ozma of Oz'' complete audio books by the Toronto Civic Light Opera Company], reviewed by Sarah K. Crotzer.
** [https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B0CST87Z4J/thewonderwizardo/ The ''Wicked'' edition of ''Monopoly''], reviewed by Sarah K. Crotzer.
** A quartet of ''Wicked'' tie-in books ([https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0593896866/thewonderwizardo/ ''I Am Elphaba''], [https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0593896882/thewonderwizardo/ ''I Am Glinda''], [https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B0CZJQXCQY/thewonderwizardo/ ''Defying Gravity: The Illustrated Lyrics''] and a replica of [https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B0CZJRSY9M/thewonderwizardo/ ''The Story of Oz & the Wonderful Wizard'']), reviewed by Atticus Gannaway.
* "Adventures in Oz" sees Brady Schwind interviewing Tom John, the original scenic designer for ''The Wiz''.

Also included with this issue:
* A registration form for [https://www.ozclub.org/oz-in-aberdeen-a-convention-to-remember/ the 2025 editino of Oz, the National Convention] in Aberdeen, South Dakota.
* A flyer for one of the Club's latest publications, [https://www.ozclub.org/product/bibliographia-baumiana/ ''Bibliographia Baumiana''].
* This issue's craft is a melting Evillene, based on the original Broadway run of ''The Wiz''.
* And in the latest issue of ''The Oz Gazette'', the newsletter for younger Oz fans (of all ages):
** Editor-in-Chief Katie Jones, with assistance from the Head of Security the Gump, updates readers on the hunt for Nomes and the Glass Cat.
** The Scarecrow's book column looks at other books puplished in 1924, like ''Grampa in Oz''.
** Based off of the article speculating what scrum might be like in ''The Baum Bugle'', the Patchwork Girl presents the board, pieces, and rules for Camette, a simplified (for space reasons) version of the game Camelot.
** Finally, a little bit of verse from…the Glass Cat?

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==May 5, 2025: Mattydale, New York, to Honor L. Frank Baum==
Mattydale, New York, will honor native son L. Frank Baum and his greatest work, ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', on May 17. Mattydale was the site of Baum's childhood home, Roselawn, and the city will commemorate Baum's birth and the 125th anniversary of the publication of the first Oz book with a historical marker at the site. The marker will be at 2601 Brewerton Road, which will soon be the site of a community center.A reception will be held from 1:00 to 5:00 pm at the Kreuger Funeral Home.

(Information courtesy [https://cnycentral.com/news/local/mattydale-celebrates-125-years-of-the-wonderful-wizard-of-oz-with-historical-marker CNYCentral].)

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==April 13, 2025: Jean Marsh, 1934-2025==
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Jean Marsh, OBE, the lauded British actor, passed away today from complications of dementia. She was 90. Born July 1, 1934 in Stoke Newington, London, she studied dance, singing, and acting before beginning her professional career in the 1950s. Among her movies were ''Cleopatra'', ''Jane Eyre'' (1972), ''Frenzy'', ''The Eagle Has Landed'', and ''Willow''. She was probably best known for her television work, however, in shows in both the United States and the United Kingdom, including appearances in ''The Twilight Zone'', ''The Saint'', ''Doctor Who'', ''I Spy'', ''Adam Adamant Lives!'', ''UFO'', ''The Waltons'', ''Hawaii Five-O'', the ''9 to 5'' series, ''The Love Boat'', ''Murder, She Wrote'', and the 1990s revival of ''The Tomorrow People''. But she is best known for co-creating, with Eileen Atkins, the period drama ''Upstairs, Downstairs'', about the servants in a great house. Marsh also starred in the show as maid Rose Buck, for which she won an Emmy Award in 1975 as well as other awards. When the BBC revived the show in 2010, Marsh was the only actor to return. Marsh and Atkins also created the series ''House of Elliott'' in 1991, which she did not appear in. For her services to drama, Marsh was made a member of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire by Queen Elizabeth II in 2012. For Oz fans, however, as well as many movie-going kids in the 1980s, she will always be known for her dual role as Nurse Wilson and Princess Mombi in the 1985 Disney film ''Return to Oz''.

(Information courtesy [https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c045dk29xqqo the BBC] and [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jean_Marsh Wikipedia].)

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==March 18, 2025: Saliterman, Ruby Slipper Thief, Dies==
Charges against Jerry Hal Saliterman, who had pled guilty to playing a part in the 2005 theft of the Ruby Slippers from the Judy Garland Museum, have been dismissed when prosecutors informed the court that he had died the day before. Saliterman's defense attorney, John Brink, confirmed the passing. The 77-year-old Saliterman had been hospitalized with lung disease and other ailments, and his most recent court appearance, in January, had been a remote feed from his hospital room. At that time, he changed his initial plea to guilty of charges of theft of a major artwork and witness tampering.

(Information courtesy [https://apnews.com/article/stolen-ruby-slippers-wizard-of-oz-death-b82e6ed5049d2f11cf9a38b38e5eb463 The Associated Press].)

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==Rumor Control==
(Because of the many questions I am asked about possible forthcoming Oz projects or other bits of pseudo-news, I have added this section to answer some of these inquiries.)

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Three horror-themed takes on Oz are currently in the works:
* [https://bloody-disgusting.com/exclusives/3919064/return-to-oz-with-gale-yellow-brick-road-poster-by-creepy-duck-design-exclusive/ ''Gale: Yellow Brick Road''], about Dorothy's granddaughter Emily being drawn into a nightmare version of Oz, had a limited release in February 2026.
* ''Dorothy: The Haunting of Oz'' is in post-production and looking for a 2026 release.
* ''Wicked of Oz'' was announced for a release right before ''Wicked: For Good'', but was quietly withdrawn and is now awaiting another possible release.
If any of these go into general release, they'll appear on this website's events page.

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''Dorothy'' is in development for Prime Video, with executive producers Gwen Stefani, Blake Shelton, and Gina Matthews. You can see the initial report on this [https://deadline.com/2025/08/gwen-stefani-blake-shelton-wizard-of-oz-prime-video-1236497977/ right here].

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The latest Oz projects to be announced in Hollywood: ''Cheshire Crossing'', the graphic novel by Andy Weir and Sarah Anderson, optioned by Amblin Partners (see [https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/heat-vision/amblin-michael-de-luca-tackling-martian-author-s-fantasy-graphic-novel-cheshire-crossing-1255011 this report]); and an animated musical adaptation of the book ''Toto: The Dog-Gone Amazing Story of the Wizard of Oz'', where the story is told from Toto's point of view, to be produced at Warner Bros. (see [https://deadline.com/2020/10/toto-the-dog-gone-amazing-story-of-the-wizard-of-oz-animated-pic-in-the-works-at-warner-bros-1234596757/ this source]).

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Okay, yes, word has leaked out that Warner Bros. tried to talk Robert Zemeckis into directing a remake of ''The Wizard of Oz'', using the same screenplay as the famous 1939 Judy Garland version. Zemeckis already rejected the idea. This probably puts the idea on the back burner for a while, and based on the ''extreme'' negative reaction the idea got, I suspect it will stay there. Rumors of this have surfaced again, but appear to be the result of someone finding the old story and running it again.

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It's getting harder and harder to keep up with all of the currently planned Oz movie and television projects. Bear in mind that at this stage, most of it is speculation and/or not even in pre-production, or possibly even a game of "Telephone". But here are some of the current Oz movies that could be coming to your local theater in the next few years:

*''The Road to Oz'', a movie biopic about the life of L. Frank Baum and how he created Oz, starring Eddie Redmayne as Frank. (See reports [http://www.theguardian.com/film/2015/aug/06/eddie-redmayne-wizard-of-oz-author-l-frank-baum here] and [http://www.joblo.com/movie-news/eddie-redmayne-to-play-author-l-frank-baum-in-biopic-road-to-oz-268 here].)
*''Dark Oz 3-D'', based on the old Caliber comic book.
*A non-musical, faithful adaptation of ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'' from New Line and [http://www.templehillent.com/ Temple Hill].
*''The Oz Wars'', which would have the witches fighting for control of the Emerald City while the Wizard leads the resistance.
*John Boorman's [http://www.actionsynthese.com/index2.php?language=en animated adaptation of ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz''] seems to be on track for release — in France. Once it's released, an English-language release will likely come out soon afterwards. (However, in a [http://www.filmireland.net/2011/03/16/interview-with-john-boorman/ recent interview], Boorman admitted that the project has stalled due to lack of funding.)
*''Oz: Return to the Emerald City'' was one of two possible competing projects at Warner Bros. This original sequel may now be shopped around to other studios, or turned into a novel.
*[http://www.independentstoriesinc.com/WonderfulWizard.htm ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz''], a low-budget independent production from Barnyard Studios and Used Productions. This is very much a shoestring production, which is looking for money and actors. But its Kickstarter campaign to raise the last money it needed was a success, so it may be finished soon.
*[http://valleywind.com/legendofoz/ ''Legend of Oz''], a modern retelling of ''The Wizard of Oz'' from Valley Wind Productions in Ottawa.
*[http://www.heyuguys.co.uk/2010/06/16/are-the-polish-brothers-planning-their-own-trip-to-oz/ ''Oz''], a new telling of ''The Wizard of Oz''.
*A still unnamed horror movie set in the 1920s with Dorothy meeting Alice in Bedlam Asylum.
*[http://www.screendaily.com/festivals/berlin/european-film-market/mcnamara-to-direct-young-santa/5066468.article ''Young Santa'']., based on L. Frank Baum's book ''The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus'' and directed by Sean McNamara.
*''How the Wizard Came to Oz'', based on two books by Donald Abbott.
*Not entirely Oz, strictly speaking, but the Judy Garland biography ''Get Happy'' may be made into a movie, featuring Anne Hathaway as Garland.

And it's not limited to movies any more. In development for television:

*[http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/heat-vision/warner-horizon-turn-oz-fantasy-420517 ''Red Brick Road''], a television series continuation of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in the style of ''Game of Thrones''. The latest word is that this is being developed for the Lifetime channel.
*[http://www.deadline.com/2013/08/cbs-developing-wizard-of-oz-themed-medical-drama-from-timbermanbeverly/ ''Dorothy''], an Oz-themed medical drama in development at CBS
*[http://www.cinemablend.com/television/Tim-Kring-Developing-Wizard-Oz-Drama-Dorothy-Must-Die-CW-58899.html ''Dorothy Must Die''], in which Dorothy has returned to Oz and become a dictator, in development at the CW. This would be based on the book series of the same name.
*''Warriors of Oz'', a post-apocalyptic version in development at Syfy.
* A ''Wicked'' television miniseries, based on the original book (not the stage musical). Salma Hayak was attached to this as a producer. When last heard of, it was under development at ABC.

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No, Peter Jackson is ''not'' producing or directing a billion-dollar all-CGI remake of ''The Wizard of Oz'' for Warner Bros. How do stories like this get started? Oh, maybe in [http://www.aintitcool.com/node/31184 stories like this]...

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In recent years, there have been proposals for other Oz or related projects, none of which now appear that they will get off the ground. Among them:

*''Lost in Oz'', a series that was to feature Melissa George as a Kansas university student who is whisked to Oz sixty years after the events of ''The Wizard of Oz'' (The Movie) and helping to spearhead a rebellion against the new Wicked Witch of the West. Although developed for the WB and a pilot film produced, it was never picked up, nor the pilot shown. (But keep an eye out on auction sites, as a bootleg DVD sometimes shows up…)
*A television miniseries based on Gregory Maguire's novel ''Wicked'', with Demi Moore in the title role. (There are stories that the people developing this version later pushed their involvement into the musical version now playing on Broadway and elsewhere.)
*''The O. Z.'', a hip-hop flavored re-telling of ''The Wizard of Oz'' for Fox. Among the rumored Dorothy's at one point were Brandy, Mya, and the late Aaliyah. Justin Timberlake, John Leuizamo, and Little Richard were mentioned for other parts.
*''Surrender Dorothy''. Drew Barrymore as Dorothy's great-granddaughter coming to Oz, and battling the Wicked Witch of the West's granddaughter. (Rumors of this recently resurfaced, but were quickly squelched. This project is dead.)
*''Somewhere'' starring Elizabeth Taylor as Dorothy, now a grandmother, returning to Oz. The deaths of both Taylor and developer Rod Steiger means this is unlikely to ever happen.
*''Pamela West'', where the Wicked Witch is the innocent victim and Dorothy (with Toto as a pit bull) is the evil interloper.
*''The Land of Oz'' (not based on the book of the same name), produced by Hallmark for NBC. This eventually became the basis for the Sci Fi Channel miniseries ''Tin Man''.
*''The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus'' from Circa Pictures. It's no longer listed on their website.
*''The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus'' from Hyde Park Entertainment and Toonz Entertainment.
*A Bollywood adaptation of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in India.
*A movie version of American McGee's (later cancelled) ''Oz'' video game.
*Geoff Ryman's ''Was''.

If progress is made on any of these projects, such as actually going into production or a release date announced, the news will be posted as quickly as possible on this page. But at this stage, any of these going into production is very unlikely. (However, ''Tin Man'' was part of this list for some time before its eventual completion and broadcast on the Sci-Fi Channel.)

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2026-03-15T23:33:02Z

Ericgjovaag: /* Lorna Luft, Las Vegas, Nevada */

Other Oz events can also be found on [https://www.ozclub.org/calendar/ the International Wizard of Oz Club's online calendar].

Please note that, since I live in the United States and most Oz events take place in the United States, I will identify most event locations by city and state only. Any events taking place in other countries will include the name of the country as well.

==Going on now==
===''Wicked'' play, around the world===
'''Now playing: ''Wicked''.''' This is the award-winning musical based on Gregory Maguire's novel ''Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West''. The book is by Winnie Holzman, the music by Stephen Schwartz, and the show is directed by Joe Mantello. It has done so well, it has spawned the following productions:

* [http://www.gershwintheatre.com/ Gershwin Theater], Broadway, New York City, New York. Tickets may be purchased online at [http://www.ticketmaster.com/venue/24579 ticketmaster.com]. For more details, go to [http://wickedthemusical.com/ wickedthemusical.com]. For a "Behind the Emerald Curtain" tour on Saturday mornings, go to https://wickedthemusical.com/behind-the-emerald-curtain#scrolldown for details.

* The Apollo Victoria Theatre, The West End, London, England, United Kingdom. For more information, including booking tickets, see http://www.wickedthemusical.co.uk/.

* ''Wicked'' is also touring the United States and Canada. For more information and updates about the tour, see https://wickedthemusical.com/tickets/#tour. Here's the current schedule (locations and dates are subject to change):
** Now through March 22, 2026: [https://www.ppacri.org/events/detail/wicked-2 Providence Performing Arts Center], Providence, Rhode Island
** March 25-April 5, 2026: [https://www.broadwayincolumbia.com/upcoming-shows/ Koger Center for the Arts], Columbia, South Carolina
** April 8-19, 2026: [https://www.celebrityattractions.com/shows/10200/WICKED/Little-Rock/2026 Robinson Center], Little Rock, Arkansas
** April 22-May 3, 2026: Juanita K. Hammons Hall, Springfield, Missouri
** May 6-June 14, 2026: [https://dallas.broadway.com/shows/wicked/ Music Hall at Fair Park], Dallas, Texas
** June 17-July 5, 2026: [https://ticketomaha.com/Productions/wicked Orpheum Theater], Omaha, Nebraska
** July 8-August 9, 2026: [https://hennepinarts.org/events/wicked Orpheum Theatre], Minneapolis, Minnesota
** August 12-30, 2026: [https://kansascity.broadway.com/shows/wicked/ Music Hall], Kansas City, Missouri
** September 2-20, 2026: [https://www.desmoinesperformingarts.org/whats-on/events/2025-26/broadway/wicked Des Moines Civic Center], Des Moines, Iowa

* A non-reproduction staging is now running at the Teatr Muzyczny ROMA in Warsaw, Poland. For more information, see https://www.teatrroma.pl/spektakl/wicked/.

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===''The Wiz'' play, national tour===
'''''The Wiz'' play, national tour.''' After its Broadway run, this new staging of the Tony-winning musical adaptation of ''The Wizard of Oz'' heads out on a North American tour. The following dates have been announced:

* April 21-26, 2026: [https://www.altriatheater.com/events/detail/the-wiz-2025 Altria Center], Richmond, Virginia
* May 5-10, 2026: [https://www.celebrityattractions.com/shows/10194/THE-WIZ/Tulsa/2026 Tulsa Performing Arts Center], Tulsa, Oklahoma
* May 12-17, 2026: [https://austin.broadway.com/shows/the-wiz/ Bass Concert Hall], Austin, Texas
* May 19-24, 2026: [https://www.okcbroadway.com/wiz Civic Center Music Hall], Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
* May 26-31, 2026: [https://americantheatreguild.com/toledo/shows/the-wiz/ Stranahan Theater], Toledo, Ohio

More dates and cities will be coming. For more information, see the show's website at https://wizmusical.com/.

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===''The Wizard of Oz on Ice'' on tour===
'''Now on Tour: ''The Wizard of Oz on Ice''.''' The new, reimagined version of the 1990s ice show returns for another season. The company has announced the following tour dates:
* March 19, 2026: [https://coffeecountyartsalliance.org/product/wizard/ Enterprise High School Performing Arts Center], Enterprise, Alabama
* March 20, 2026: [https://fordcenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Ford Center for the Performing Arts], Oxford, Mississippi
* March 21, 2026: [https://tickets.thegrand.com/Online/mapSelect.asp?doWork::WSmap::loadMap=Load&createBO::WSmap=1&BOparam::WSmap::loadMap::performance_ids=BF23CAB4-BB58-48F2-B25A-98FC0873E482 The Grand 1894 Opera House], Galveston, Texas
* March 22, 2026: [https://ci.ovationtix.com/35987/production/1241069?performanceId=11647305 Temple Theater], Lufkin, Texas
* March 27, 2026: [https://www.moonlightstage.com/shows-tickets Moonlight Amphitheatre], Vista, California
* March 28, 2026: [https://www.ycpac.com/Online/default.asp?BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Avenue_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Acity_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Amonth_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Aobject_type_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Acategory_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_from=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_to=&doWork%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3Asearch=1&BOparam%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3Asearch%3A%3Aarticle_search_id=EE8716B4-0827-4B0D-9ACB-038A148DF966&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_criteria=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_from=2026-3-28&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_to=2026-3-28 Jim and Linda Lee Performing Arts Center], Prescott, Arizona
* March 29, 2026: [https://tickets.haughpac.com/wizard Haugh Performing Arts Center], Glendora, California
* March 30, 2026: [https://higleycenter.org/ Higley Center for the Performing Arts], Gilbert, Arizona
* April 10, 2026: [https://www.sunsetcenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Sunset Cultural Center], Carmel-by-the-Sea, California
* April 11, 2026: [https://www.lpac.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Lancaster Performing Arts Center], Lancaster, California
* April 12, 2026: [https://livermorearts.org/ Livermore Valley Performing Arts Center], Livermore, California
* April 15, 2026: [https://craterian.org/event/the-wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Craterian Theater], Medford, Oregon
* April 16, 2026: [https://columbiatheatre.com/new-events/wizard-of-oz-on-ice Columbia Theatre], Longview, Washington
* April 17, 2026: [https://www.washingtoncenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice-4-17-2026/ Washington Center for the Performing Arts], Olympia, Washington
* April 19, 2026: [https://buttearts.org/ Mother Lode Theatre], Butte, Montana
* April 30, 2026: [https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/41568594/wizard-of-oz-on-ice-pembroke-givens-performing-arts-center?_gl=1*17vkium*_ga*MTg1OTc1NzAyOS4xNzU3MTE1MzQz*_ga_LQFXLBGNDL*czE3NTcxMTUzNDMkbzEkZzEkdDE3NTcxMTUzNzMkajMwJGwwJGgw Givens Performing Arts Center], Pembroke, North Carolina

For more information about the show, see the website at https://wizardofozonice.com/.

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===''Ozmafia'' anime series, on the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Ozmafia'' anime series, crunchyroll.com.''' In this Japanese anime series (based on the video game of the same name), Scarlet is a new transfer student at Oz Academy. He doesn't get off to a good start, but the teachers seem nice enough. But what strange secrets are hiding at Oz Academy, and why are they at war with the other academies? Episodes (in Japanese, with English subtitles) are available to view online at http://www.crunchyroll.com/ozmafia for free.

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===''The Wizard of Oz'' and ''The Wiz'', throughout the United Kingdom===
'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz'', throughout the United Kingdom.''' Oz is a popular show to perform in the United Kingdom, and there always seems to be a show going on somewhere. For a complete listing of all upcoming productions of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in the United Kingdom, see the listings at [http://www.list.co.uk/events/theatre/what:The%20Wizard%20of%20Oz/sort:date/show:100/ ''The List''], naturally. They also have listings for performances of [http://www.list.co.uk/events/theatre/what:The%20Wiz/sort:date/show:100/ ''The Wiz''].

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===''Emerald City'' television series, NBC.com===
'''''Emerald City'' television series, NBC.com''' The latest Oz TV project has gone through its broadcast run on NBC. But the show's website is still up at http://www.nbc.com/emerald-city. You can still watch episodes online at http://www.nbc.com/emerald-city/episodes, and the show is also streaming on Peacock.

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===''Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz'', Internet Streaming and Cablecast===
'''Now playing: ''Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz'' cartoon series, Internet Streaming.''' This is the latest Oz cartoon series, based (very loosely) on the famous 1939 film version. Dorothy is now a princess of Oz and living in the Emerald City with Queen Ozma. But she's still having adventures! For more information, see the show's website at https://watch.boomerang.com/shows/dorothy-franchise/series/dorothy-series/volume-1. Or, if you have the Boomerang or Cartoon Network cable channels, episodes are now being shown in territories around the world, outside the United States, also have the show, so check your local version of the Cartoon Network, Boomerang, or Max channels or websites.

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===''Lost in Oz'' series, Internet streaming===
'''Now playing: ''Lost in Oz'', Amazon Video streaming.''' This animated series from Amazon tells the story of Dorothy, a modern-day girl, and her dog Toto, who are whisked to Oz when Dorothy opens one of her mother's old journals. To get home, she must find the elements of magic and help restore magic to Oz. Fortunately she has made friends with Ojo the Munchkin and West, a trainee witch, to help her out. To get started, see Amazon's ''Lost in Oz'' website at https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00Z89MYTI! And in November of 2022, [https://www.youtube.com/embed/h4fc1XvdBrk this short was dropped] with news of what's to come.

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===''Dee & Friends in Oz'', Netflix worldwide===
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'''Now playing: ''Dee & Friends in Oz'', Netflix worldwide.''' The streaming service has announced their new shows for 2024, including ''Dee & Friends in Oz'', an animated musical series aimed at preschoolers. Dee is a young girl who discovers a key to the magical land of Oz, where she makes friends and has has adventures where she saves the day. Want a sneak peek? [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oPAZCfmc0mQ&ab_channel=NetflixJr. Here's the first episode!]

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===''Chronicles of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now streaming: The ''Chronicles of Oz'' podcast.''' This audio adaptation of the first three Oz books, each in six episodes, presents ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', ''The Marvellous Land of Oz'', and ''Ozma of Oz'', plus a special episode adapting ''The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus''. Produced by Crossover Adventure Productions out of Australia. All episodes, along with trailers and other materials, can be downloaded at http://chroniclesofoz.com/.

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===''The Royal Podcast of Oz'', the Internet===
'''Now streaming: ''The Royal Podcast of Oz'', podbean.com and other podcasting sites.''' Now running for over a decade, this podcast is devoted to all things Oz, with interviews, reviews, news, and other items of interest to Oz fans of all types. You can listen to or download all editions at https://anchor.fm/the-royal-podcast-of-oz/, or look for it on your favorite podcast site.

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===''Wait Wait…Don't Tell Me'', National Public Radio===
'''Now streaming: ''Wait Wait…Don't Tell Me'' edition of May 11, 2019, npr.org.''' The popular current events quiz show recorded this episode in St. Louis, and got one of the city's most celebrated residents to play "Not My Job". Former Cardinals shortstop and Hall of Fame inductee Ozzie Smith was nicknamed "The Wizard of Oz" in his playing days, so naturally, he gets to answer questions about ''The Wizard of Oz''! You can listen to the entire episode [https://www.npr.org/programs/wait-wait-dont-tell-me/722132214/wait-wait-for-may-11-2019-with-not-my-job-guest-ozzie-smith?showDate=2019-05-11 here], or just Smith's segment [https://www.npr.org/2019/05/11/721853591/not-my-job-we-quiz-baseball-great-ozzie-smith-on-the-wizard-of-oz here].

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===''Hit the Bricks!'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Hit the Bricks!'' podcast, the Internet.''' One hundred years after the events of ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', the Gale farm is abandoned, and a new generation is off to have adventures in Oz. The first act has now dropped, with further episodes to come. For more information, see the show's website at https://hitthebricks.com/, and its Twitter feed at https://twitter.com/HitTheBricksPod/.

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===''The Smallwood Sessions'' podcast, "The Podcast of Oz", the Internet===
'''Now playing: "The Podcast of Oz" episode of ''The Smallwood Sessions'' podcast.''' To celebrate what would have been the 2020 edition of Chittenango's Oz-Stravaganza, this podcast about upstate New York celebrates Oz and creator L. Frank Baum's connections to the area. To listen, go to https://anchor.fm/josh-taylor87/episodes/Episode-22-The-Podcast-of-Oz-ef05f4.

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===''Down the Yellow Brick Pod'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Down the Yellow Brick Pod'' podcast.''' This podcast takes a deep dive into the Oz books, one chapter at a time, and looks at all that they encompass. Available on many podcast sources, including Google Podcasts, and through [https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS8xMTcyMTM4LnJzcw?hl=en this link].

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===''The Wonderful Recap of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''The Wonderful Recap of Oz'' podcast.''' This podcast recaps the Oz books, one per episode. Available Available on many podcast sources, including Google Podcasts, and through [https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy80ZjgyMWIyYy9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw== this link].

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===''No Place Like Home'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''No Place Like Home'' podcast.''' This podcast looks at the Ruby Slippers, how they were stolen in 2005 and found again in 2018, and all the background behind them, the production of The Movie, the life of Judy Garland, and more. Available on most podcasting sites. For more information, the show's website is at https://shows.cadence13.com/podcast/noplacelikehome.

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===''The Lost Princess of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''The Lost Princess of Oz'' podcast.''' A new, original Oz story for kids (of all ages), told in six parts, with songs, and presented by the Delaware Children's Theatre. Although based on Baum's writings, this is not the same story as his novel ''The Lost Princess of Oz''. For more information, or to subscribe, see the show's website at https://www.thelostprincessofozpodcast.com/.

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===''The Wizard of Oz: A Homegrown American Fairy Tale'' radio broadcast, BBC World Service===
'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz: A Homegrown American Fairy Tale'' radio documentary, BBC World Service and online streaming.''' This program looks at the origins and mythology of ''The Wizard of Oz'' and how it came about. It is currently available to listen or download online, anywhere in the world. Check the program's website at https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/w3ct1rl9 to listen to it online, or to download it.

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===To Oz? To Oz! online convention, the Internet===
'''To Oz? To Oz! online convention.''' With so many Oz events having to be cancelled this year because of the COVID-19 pandemic, a bunch of them got together to present some of their events to a worldwide, online audience for free. The live portions of the convention have now ended, but if you go to https://ozis.us/, you can see many prerecorded talks and events.

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===The OzConnection, YouTube===
'''The OzConnection, YouTube.''' OzCon International, the world's longest running ''Wizard of Oz'' convention, now has a YouTube channel at "The OzConnection", which features highlights of earlier cons and new material. The link is at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQU5pEFZZ6n_vXvRalgclSg.

The OzConnection has recently started two shows specifically for their channel. The first is a talk show called "OZ:Connect", which you can find in a playlist at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r-NAe0FKDXk&list=PLVNfENfXbx111GmnLLJFklUVGxPl1zUC-. The other new show is "Crypto-Oz-ology", short stories about all kinds of unusual happenings in Oz, which is in a playlist at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sCoSH97u4ts&list=PLVNfENfXbx11g0DhXikoqyP0dslwHeC1h.

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===Oz Talk, YouTube===
'''''Oz Talk'' panel talk show, YouTube.''' Join five Oz friends as they discuss any and all Oz subjects under the sun. New episodes will drop every two weeks on [https://www.youtube.com/c/TheOfficialOzClub/videos the Official Oz Club's YouTube Channel]. You can find the playlist for ''Oz Talk'' at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VNINbbefPS4&list=PL3OVMLWgINCRfgeWZR8GPJOp11rR73Ssc.

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===''Fifty Years of Oziana'' Readings, Youtube===
'''''Fifty Years of Oziana'' short story readings, YouTube.''' To celebrate fifty years of ''Oziana'', the International Wizard of Oz Club's annual literary magazine, Club members read stories from the last five decades. Many authors have even revisited their own stories. You can see the playlist of all stories [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hm6WXDLg9U8&list=PL3OVMLWgINCQ2a_CDuBggCt7kCYVaS4yD right here].

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===''Rainbow'' movie, Netflix===
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'''Now playing: ''Rainbow'', on Netflix worldwide.''' The first streaming service premieres this new movie, from director Paco León, that uses themes and imagery from ''The Wizard of Oz'' to explore the coming of age of Dora, a young Spanish woman who finds that everything she thought she knew about her life may be wrong. Available in an English dub, or with English subtitles.

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===The Wizard of Oz Experience, Around the World===
'''The Wizard of Oz Experience.''' The interactive outdoors event will be making making another set of appearances around the United States, Canada, and Australia in the spring of 2024. Take a look at https://questoapp.com/ for when it's coming to your town.

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===The Wicked Wizard Afternoon Tea, London, England, United Kingdom===
'''The Wicked Wizard Afternoon Tea, The Franklin Hotel, London, England, United Kingdom.''' Enjoy an Oz-themed tea, inspired by ''The Wizard of Oz'' and ''Wicked'', in the heart of London's Knightsbridge district. Tea is served from noon to 6:00, costs £49 (spirits are extra), and reservations must be made at least twenty-four hours in advance. For more information, including the menu, see [https://collezione.starhotels.com/en/our-hotels/the-franklin-london/restaurants-and-bars/wicked-wizard-at-the-franklin.html?_gl=1*1cfuckg*_up*MQ..*_gs*MQ..*_ga*MzU1MjIzMDI0LjE3NDE1NzY0NjA.*_ga_444Y1N2CEK*MTc0MTU3NjQ1OC4xLjEuMTc0MTU3NjU3NS4wLjAuMTkzNzQwNjk0Nw..*_ga_YXSDGTQ8NB*MTc0MTU3NjQ1OC4xLjEuMTc0MTU3NjU3NS4wLjAuNDIxNjUwMTc1&gclid=Cj0KCQiAlbW-BhCMARIsADnwasphX4BQH4lMNEKBognzeTmjcu96bA-ZlcDfhhU2ouaxc5CgyV41YLMaAjUfEALw_wcB the Franklin's website].

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===''Ruby Red Handed: Stealing America’s Most Famous Pair of Shoes'', Hulu===
'''Now playing: ''Ruby Red Handed: Stealing America’s Most Famous Pair of Shoes'', Hulu Streaming Service.''' This ABC News documentary delves into the 2005 theft of a pair of Ruby Slippers in Minnesota and the subsequent investigation and recovery. Take a look at https://www.hulu.com/series/4dd523b6-cfb6-4d4f-99c8-9febd2e4af68.

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===''The Wizard of Oz'', Las Vegas, Nevada===
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'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz'' at the Sphere, Las Vegas, Nevada.''' See the famous 1939 film version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in a whole new way. This is an immersive reimagining in 16K on a huge screen surrounding the audience. For more information and to buy tickets, go to https://www.thesphere.com/shows/wizard-of-oz-experience.

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===Candlelight: ''The Wizard of Oz'' concerts, around the world===
'''Candlelight: ''The Wizard of OZ'' concerts, around the world.''' In conjunction with Warner Bros., Candlelight is presenting songs from the famous movie version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in venues around the world amidst a sea of flickering candles. For more information, or to locate a concert, see the website at https://candlelightexperience.com/wizard-of-oz-concerts/.

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===Bloomland in Oz, Burlington, Ontario, Canada===
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'''Now through April 6, 2026: Bloomland in Oz, Royal Botanical Gardens Canada, Burlington, Ontario, Canada.''' The Gardens' 2026 showcase features floral displays and artistic creations, all inspired by the novel ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz''. For more information or to purchase tickets, see the website at https://www.rbg.ca/things-to-do/by-season/special-events/winter-exhibit/. And here's a behind-the-scenes look:
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===Stories of Cinema: Identity exhibit, Los Angeles, California===
'''Now through January 10, 2027: Stories of Cinema: Identity exhibit, Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, Los Angeles, California.''' The Academy Museum has brought its pair of Ruby Slippers back for the public to view. This exhibit also includes costumes and design studies from such movies as ''Flower Drum Song'', ''Dreamgirls'', ''Moulin Rouge!'', ''Amadeus'', ''Ma Raimey's Black Bottom'', ''Barbie'', and ''Wicked''. For more information, see the museum's website at https://www.academymuseum.org/en/exhibitions/stories-of-cinema-identity.

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==March 2026==
===An Emerald Evening in Oz, Kansas City, Missouri===
'''March 28, 2026: An Emerald Evening in Oz, The Midland Theatre, Kansas City, Missouri.''' The Kansas City Repertory Theatre's latest fundraiser has a distinctly Ozian touch this year, in celebration of the company's upcoming production of ''The Wizard of Oz''. For more information, including how to reserve a seat or a table, see https://kcrep.org/event/gala/.

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==April 2026==
===''Return to Oz'' 40th Anniversary Screening, San Francisco, California===
'''April 9, 2026: ''Return to Oz'' 40th Anniversary Screening, The Castro Theatre, San Francisco, California.''' The legendary San Francisco theater is opening again after renavations, and part of the program will be a rare theatrical screening of the 1985 Disney movie ''Return to Oz'' to celebrate it's fortieth anniversary (maybe a few months late). The special guest is director Walter Murch, who will discuss the film and answer questions afterwards. For more details, see the show's website at https://thecastro.com/events/movies-for-maniacs-260409/

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===Garmin Marathon in the Land of Oz, Olathe, Kansas===
'''April 26, 2026: Garmin Marathon in the Land of Oz, Olathe, Kansas.''' If you're going to have a 26.2-mile run in Kansas, you may as well give it an Oz theme! For more information and to register, see the race's website at http://ozrun.org/.

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==May 2026==
===''The Wizard of Oz'' play, Kansas City, Missouri===
'''May 5-24, 2026: ''The Wizard of Oz'' play, Kansas City Repertory Theatre, Kansas City, Missouri.''' The company presents the Royal Shakespeare Company's adaptation of the famous musical version of the story, based on the famous movie. For more details or to purchase tickets, see https://kcrep.org/event/the-wizard-of-oz/.

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===Yellow Brick Road Festival, Sedan, Kansas===
'''May 22-23, 2026: Yellow Brick Road Festival, Sedan, Kansas.''' This town in Kansas celebrates ''The Wizard of Oz'' every year. For details, see http://www.lasr.net/travel/city.php?Sedan&Kansas&Yellow+Brick+Road+Festival&City_ID=KS0604019&Event_ID=KS0604019e002&VE=Y or call 620-725-4033.

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===''It's Dorothy'' documentary, Port Jefferson, New York===
'''May 31, 2026: ''It's Dorothy'' documentary, Theatre Three, Port Jefferson, New York.''' Theatre Three and the Por Jefferson Arts Council present a screening of this documentary about the heroine of ''The Wizard of Oz'' and the actresses who have played her. The show starts at 7:30, and tickets are $10. For more information, see the theatre's website at https://theatrethree.com/special_events/dorothy/.

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==June 2026==
===Oz-Stravaganza, Chittenango, New York===
'''June 5-7, 2026: Oz-Stravaganza, Chittenango, New York.''' This village in upstate New York honors its native son, L. Frank Baum, with an annual festival honoring his creation, the Land of Oz. For more information, see the event's website at http://www.oz-stravaganza.com/.

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==August 2026==
===Oz Festival Illinois, Mapleton, Illinois===
'''August (exact date to be announced), 2025: Oz Fest Illinois, Butler Haynes Park, Mapleton, Illinois.'''. For more information, see the event's website at https://www.hollispark.org/oz-fest, or the Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/OzFestIllinois/.

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==September 2026==
===Autumn at Oz Party, Banner Elk, North Carolina===
'''September (exact dates to be announced), 2026: Autumn at Oz Party, Beech Mountain, Banner Elk, North Carolina.''' The Wizard of Oz Park on the mountain may no longer be in regular operation, but it's still there, and Oz and park fans get together once a year for a party. Hurricane Hélène paused the event for 2025, but there's hope for a return in 2026. For more information, check out https://landofoznc.com/.

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===OzFest, Liberal, Kansas===
'''September (exact date to be announced), 2026: OzFest, Liberal, Kansas.''' The home town of the Dorothy's House attraction hosts its annual tribute to Dorothy and Oz. For more information, see [https://www.lasr.net/travel/city.php?Ozfest&TravelTo=KS1019015&VE=Y&Event_ID=KS1019015e002 the city's events page] and [http://visitliberal.com/ the city's website] (and be sure to call 1-800-LIBERAL to confirm event and dates).

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==October 2026==
===Oztoberfest, Wamego, Kansas===
'''October (exact date to be announced), 2026: Oztoberfest, Wamego, Kansas.''' The town not only has an Oz museum, they put on an annual Oz festival. Authors and other special guests will attend, and there's also admission to the museum. For more details, call the Oz museum at 1-866-458-TOTO, or see the event's website at http://oztoberfest.com/.

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==November 2026==
===TeslaCon, Middleton, Wisconsin===
'''November 12-15, 2026: TeslaCon, Marriott of Middleton, Middleton, Wisconsin.''' The country's largest steampunk convention celebrates its sixteenth edition, and this year the theme is Oz. For more information, see the convention's website at https://teslacon.com/.

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==Holiday Season 2026-27==
===''The Wizard of Oz'', holiday cablecasts===
'''''The Wizard of Oz'' holiday cablecasts, TBS and TNT.''' The stations' annual holiday season showings of the famous film version are, generally speaking, around Thanksgiving on TBS and Christmas on TNT. Check your local provider for exact times and channels on your system. Keep checking back for updates.

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===''The Wiz'' holiday telecasts===
'''''The Wiz'' holiday telecasts.''' Channels have holiday time airings of the 1978 film adaptation of ''The Wiz'', starring Diana Ross as Dorothy, Michael Jackson as the Scarecrow, Lena Horne as Glinda, and Richard Pryor as the Wiz. Keep checking back for updates.

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===''If I Only Had Christmas'' television movie, The Hallmark Channel===
'''''If I Only Had Christmas'' television movie, The Hallmark Channel.''' A Hallmark Christmas romance movie, first shown in 2020 and based (extremely loosely) on ''The Wizard of Oz''! Candace Cameron Bure stars as Darcy Gale, a publicist who teams up with Huck, a cynical business owner played by Neil Webb, to help out a charity in need. It airs many times at Christmas, and occasionally at other times throughout the year (check your local television provider for exact time and channel on your system). For more details and a sneak peek behind the scenes, take a look at [https://www.etonline.com/candace-cameron-bure-stars-in-hallmark-channels-if-i-only-had-christmas-first-look-exclusive-154864 the news report on the ''Entertainment Tonight'' website]. And [https://celebratingthesoaps.com/hallmark/hallmark-channel-news-wizard-of-oz-reimagined-candace-cameron-bure-in-if-i-only-had-christmas/ here's another report with another preview]. Finally, [https://www.hallmarkchannel.com/if-i-only-had-christmas here's the movie's page on the channel's website].

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==January 2027==
===Волшебник Изумрудного города, часть II, theaters throughout Russia===
'''January 1, 2027: ''Волшебник Изумрудного города, часть II'', theaters throughout Russia.''' The epic cinematic adaptation of Aleksandr Volkov's version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' comes to Russian theaters. Elli, Totoshka, Strasheela, the Iron Woodman, and the Cowardly Lion have reached the Emerald City. But will they meet the Wizard? What price will he ask from them to grant their wishes? Here's the teaser trailer:
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==June 2027==
===Judy Garland Festival, Grand Rapids, Minnesota===
'''June (exact dates to be announced), 2027: Judy Garland Festival, Judy Garland Museum and environs, Grand Rapids, Minnesota.''' Judy Garland's home town celebrates her in this annual festival (returning after taking 2026 off), with events all over town spread out over several days. For more information, keep an eye on the event's website at https://judygarlandmuseum.com/judy-garland-museum-events/.

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==To Be Determined==
===Wizard of Oz Days, Macon, Missouri===
'''Exact date to be announced: Wizard of Oz Days, Hannibal, Missouri.''' For complete details, see the event's Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/WizardofOzDays.

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OzWiki:Current events

2026-03-15T23:32:20Z

Ericgjovaag: /* The Land of Oz: Beyond the Page Museum Exhibit, Chicago, Illinois */

Other Oz events can also be found on [https://www.ozclub.org/calendar/ the International Wizard of Oz Club's online calendar].

Please note that, since I live in the United States and most Oz events take place in the United States, I will identify most event locations by city and state only. Any events taking place in other countries will include the name of the country as well.

==Going on now==
===''Wicked'' play, around the world===
'''Now playing: ''Wicked''.''' This is the award-winning musical based on Gregory Maguire's novel ''Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West''. The book is by Winnie Holzman, the music by Stephen Schwartz, and the show is directed by Joe Mantello. It has done so well, it has spawned the following productions:

* [http://www.gershwintheatre.com/ Gershwin Theater], Broadway, New York City, New York. Tickets may be purchased online at [http://www.ticketmaster.com/venue/24579 ticketmaster.com]. For more details, go to [http://wickedthemusical.com/ wickedthemusical.com]. For a "Behind the Emerald Curtain" tour on Saturday mornings, go to https://wickedthemusical.com/behind-the-emerald-curtain#scrolldown for details.

* The Apollo Victoria Theatre, The West End, London, England, United Kingdom. For more information, including booking tickets, see http://www.wickedthemusical.co.uk/.

* ''Wicked'' is also touring the United States and Canada. For more information and updates about the tour, see https://wickedthemusical.com/tickets/#tour. Here's the current schedule (locations and dates are subject to change):
** Now through March 22, 2026: [https://www.ppacri.org/events/detail/wicked-2 Providence Performing Arts Center], Providence, Rhode Island
** March 25-April 5, 2026: [https://www.broadwayincolumbia.com/upcoming-shows/ Koger Center for the Arts], Columbia, South Carolina
** April 8-19, 2026: [https://www.celebrityattractions.com/shows/10200/WICKED/Little-Rock/2026 Robinson Center], Little Rock, Arkansas
** April 22-May 3, 2026: Juanita K. Hammons Hall, Springfield, Missouri
** May 6-June 14, 2026: [https://dallas.broadway.com/shows/wicked/ Music Hall at Fair Park], Dallas, Texas
** June 17-July 5, 2026: [https://ticketomaha.com/Productions/wicked Orpheum Theater], Omaha, Nebraska
** July 8-August 9, 2026: [https://hennepinarts.org/events/wicked Orpheum Theatre], Minneapolis, Minnesota
** August 12-30, 2026: [https://kansascity.broadway.com/shows/wicked/ Music Hall], Kansas City, Missouri
** September 2-20, 2026: [https://www.desmoinesperformingarts.org/whats-on/events/2025-26/broadway/wicked Des Moines Civic Center], Des Moines, Iowa

* A non-reproduction staging is now running at the Teatr Muzyczny ROMA in Warsaw, Poland. For more information, see https://www.teatrroma.pl/spektakl/wicked/.

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===''The Wiz'' play, national tour===
'''''The Wiz'' play, national tour.''' After its Broadway run, this new staging of the Tony-winning musical adaptation of ''The Wizard of Oz'' heads out on a North American tour. The following dates have been announced:

* April 21-26, 2026: [https://www.altriatheater.com/events/detail/the-wiz-2025 Altria Center], Richmond, Virginia
* May 5-10, 2026: [https://www.celebrityattractions.com/shows/10194/THE-WIZ/Tulsa/2026 Tulsa Performing Arts Center], Tulsa, Oklahoma
* May 12-17, 2026: [https://austin.broadway.com/shows/the-wiz/ Bass Concert Hall], Austin, Texas
* May 19-24, 2026: [https://www.okcbroadway.com/wiz Civic Center Music Hall], Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
* May 26-31, 2026: [https://americantheatreguild.com/toledo/shows/the-wiz/ Stranahan Theater], Toledo, Ohio

More dates and cities will be coming. For more information, see the show's website at https://wizmusical.com/.

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===''The Wizard of Oz on Ice'' on tour===
'''Now on Tour: ''The Wizard of Oz on Ice''.''' The new, reimagined version of the 1990s ice show returns for another season. The company has announced the following tour dates:
* March 19, 2026: [https://coffeecountyartsalliance.org/product/wizard/ Enterprise High School Performing Arts Center], Enterprise, Alabama
* March 20, 2026: [https://fordcenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Ford Center for the Performing Arts], Oxford, Mississippi
* March 21, 2026: [https://tickets.thegrand.com/Online/mapSelect.asp?doWork::WSmap::loadMap=Load&createBO::WSmap=1&BOparam::WSmap::loadMap::performance_ids=BF23CAB4-BB58-48F2-B25A-98FC0873E482 The Grand 1894 Opera House], Galveston, Texas
* March 22, 2026: [https://ci.ovationtix.com/35987/production/1241069?performanceId=11647305 Temple Theater], Lufkin, Texas
* March 27, 2026: [https://www.moonlightstage.com/shows-tickets Moonlight Amphitheatre], Vista, California
* March 28, 2026: [https://www.ycpac.com/Online/default.asp?BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Avenue_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Acity_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Amonth_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Aobject_type_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Acategory_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_from=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_to=&doWork%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3Asearch=1&BOparam%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3Asearch%3A%3Aarticle_search_id=EE8716B4-0827-4B0D-9ACB-038A148DF966&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_criteria=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_from=2026-3-28&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_to=2026-3-28 Jim and Linda Lee Performing Arts Center], Prescott, Arizona
* March 29, 2026: [https://tickets.haughpac.com/wizard Haugh Performing Arts Center], Glendora, California
* March 30, 2026: [https://higleycenter.org/ Higley Center for the Performing Arts], Gilbert, Arizona
* April 10, 2026: [https://www.sunsetcenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Sunset Cultural Center], Carmel-by-the-Sea, California
* April 11, 2026: [https://www.lpac.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Lancaster Performing Arts Center], Lancaster, California
* April 12, 2026: [https://livermorearts.org/ Livermore Valley Performing Arts Center], Livermore, California
* April 15, 2026: [https://craterian.org/event/the-wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Craterian Theater], Medford, Oregon
* April 16, 2026: [https://columbiatheatre.com/new-events/wizard-of-oz-on-ice Columbia Theatre], Longview, Washington
* April 17, 2026: [https://www.washingtoncenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice-4-17-2026/ Washington Center for the Performing Arts], Olympia, Washington
* April 19, 2026: [https://buttearts.org/ Mother Lode Theatre], Butte, Montana
* April 30, 2026: [https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/41568594/wizard-of-oz-on-ice-pembroke-givens-performing-arts-center?_gl=1*17vkium*_ga*MTg1OTc1NzAyOS4xNzU3MTE1MzQz*_ga_LQFXLBGNDL*czE3NTcxMTUzNDMkbzEkZzEkdDE3NTcxMTUzNzMkajMwJGwwJGgw Givens Performing Arts Center], Pembroke, North Carolina

For more information about the show, see the website at https://wizardofozonice.com/.

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===''Ozmafia'' anime series, on the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Ozmafia'' anime series, crunchyroll.com.''' In this Japanese anime series (based on the video game of the same name), Scarlet is a new transfer student at Oz Academy. He doesn't get off to a good start, but the teachers seem nice enough. But what strange secrets are hiding at Oz Academy, and why are they at war with the other academies? Episodes (in Japanese, with English subtitles) are available to view online at http://www.crunchyroll.com/ozmafia for free.

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===''The Wizard of Oz'' and ''The Wiz'', throughout the United Kingdom===
'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz'', throughout the United Kingdom.''' Oz is a popular show to perform in the United Kingdom, and there always seems to be a show going on somewhere. For a complete listing of all upcoming productions of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in the United Kingdom, see the listings at [http://www.list.co.uk/events/theatre/what:The%20Wizard%20of%20Oz/sort:date/show:100/ ''The List''], naturally. They also have listings for performances of [http://www.list.co.uk/events/theatre/what:The%20Wiz/sort:date/show:100/ ''The Wiz''].

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===''Emerald City'' television series, NBC.com===
'''''Emerald City'' television series, NBC.com''' The latest Oz TV project has gone through its broadcast run on NBC. But the show's website is still up at http://www.nbc.com/emerald-city. You can still watch episodes online at http://www.nbc.com/emerald-city/episodes, and the show is also streaming on Peacock.

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===''Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz'', Internet Streaming and Cablecast===
'''Now playing: ''Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz'' cartoon series, Internet Streaming.''' This is the latest Oz cartoon series, based (very loosely) on the famous 1939 film version. Dorothy is now a princess of Oz and living in the Emerald City with Queen Ozma. But she's still having adventures! For more information, see the show's website at https://watch.boomerang.com/shows/dorothy-franchise/series/dorothy-series/volume-1. Or, if you have the Boomerang or Cartoon Network cable channels, episodes are now being shown in territories around the world, outside the United States, also have the show, so check your local version of the Cartoon Network, Boomerang, or Max channels or websites.

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===''Lost in Oz'' series, Internet streaming===
'''Now playing: ''Lost in Oz'', Amazon Video streaming.''' This animated series from Amazon tells the story of Dorothy, a modern-day girl, and her dog Toto, who are whisked to Oz when Dorothy opens one of her mother's old journals. To get home, she must find the elements of magic and help restore magic to Oz. Fortunately she has made friends with Ojo the Munchkin and West, a trainee witch, to help her out. To get started, see Amazon's ''Lost in Oz'' website at https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00Z89MYTI! And in November of 2022, [https://www.youtube.com/embed/h4fc1XvdBrk this short was dropped] with news of what's to come.

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===''Dee & Friends in Oz'', Netflix worldwide===
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'''Now playing: ''Dee & Friends in Oz'', Netflix worldwide.''' The streaming service has announced their new shows for 2024, including ''Dee & Friends in Oz'', an animated musical series aimed at preschoolers. Dee is a young girl who discovers a key to the magical land of Oz, where she makes friends and has has adventures where she saves the day. Want a sneak peek? [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oPAZCfmc0mQ&ab_channel=NetflixJr. Here's the first episode!]

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===''Chronicles of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now streaming: The ''Chronicles of Oz'' podcast.''' This audio adaptation of the first three Oz books, each in six episodes, presents ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', ''The Marvellous Land of Oz'', and ''Ozma of Oz'', plus a special episode adapting ''The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus''. Produced by Crossover Adventure Productions out of Australia. All episodes, along with trailers and other materials, can be downloaded at http://chroniclesofoz.com/.

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===''The Royal Podcast of Oz'', the Internet===
'''Now streaming: ''The Royal Podcast of Oz'', podbean.com and other podcasting sites.''' Now running for over a decade, this podcast is devoted to all things Oz, with interviews, reviews, news, and other items of interest to Oz fans of all types. You can listen to or download all editions at https://anchor.fm/the-royal-podcast-of-oz/, or look for it on your favorite podcast site.

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===''Wait Wait…Don't Tell Me'', National Public Radio===
'''Now streaming: ''Wait Wait…Don't Tell Me'' edition of May 11, 2019, npr.org.''' The popular current events quiz show recorded this episode in St. Louis, and got one of the city's most celebrated residents to play "Not My Job". Former Cardinals shortstop and Hall of Fame inductee Ozzie Smith was nicknamed "The Wizard of Oz" in his playing days, so naturally, he gets to answer questions about ''The Wizard of Oz''! You can listen to the entire episode [https://www.npr.org/programs/wait-wait-dont-tell-me/722132214/wait-wait-for-may-11-2019-with-not-my-job-guest-ozzie-smith?showDate=2019-05-11 here], or just Smith's segment [https://www.npr.org/2019/05/11/721853591/not-my-job-we-quiz-baseball-great-ozzie-smith-on-the-wizard-of-oz here].

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===''Hit the Bricks!'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Hit the Bricks!'' podcast, the Internet.''' One hundred years after the events of ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', the Gale farm is abandoned, and a new generation is off to have adventures in Oz. The first act has now dropped, with further episodes to come. For more information, see the show's website at https://hitthebricks.com/, and its Twitter feed at https://twitter.com/HitTheBricksPod/.

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===''The Smallwood Sessions'' podcast, "The Podcast of Oz", the Internet===
'''Now playing: "The Podcast of Oz" episode of ''The Smallwood Sessions'' podcast.''' To celebrate what would have been the 2020 edition of Chittenango's Oz-Stravaganza, this podcast about upstate New York celebrates Oz and creator L. Frank Baum's connections to the area. To listen, go to https://anchor.fm/josh-taylor87/episodes/Episode-22-The-Podcast-of-Oz-ef05f4.

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===''Down the Yellow Brick Pod'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Down the Yellow Brick Pod'' podcast.''' This podcast takes a deep dive into the Oz books, one chapter at a time, and looks at all that they encompass. Available on many podcast sources, including Google Podcasts, and through [https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS8xMTcyMTM4LnJzcw?hl=en this link].

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===''The Wonderful Recap of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''The Wonderful Recap of Oz'' podcast.''' This podcast recaps the Oz books, one per episode. Available Available on many podcast sources, including Google Podcasts, and through [https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy80ZjgyMWIyYy9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw== this link].

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===''No Place Like Home'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''No Place Like Home'' podcast.''' This podcast looks at the Ruby Slippers, how they were stolen in 2005 and found again in 2018, and all the background behind them, the production of The Movie, the life of Judy Garland, and more. Available on most podcasting sites. For more information, the show's website is at https://shows.cadence13.com/podcast/noplacelikehome.

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===''The Lost Princess of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''The Lost Princess of Oz'' podcast.''' A new, original Oz story for kids (of all ages), told in six parts, with songs, and presented by the Delaware Children's Theatre. Although based on Baum's writings, this is not the same story as his novel ''The Lost Princess of Oz''. For more information, or to subscribe, see the show's website at https://www.thelostprincessofozpodcast.com/.

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===''The Wizard of Oz: A Homegrown American Fairy Tale'' radio broadcast, BBC World Service===
'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz: A Homegrown American Fairy Tale'' radio documentary, BBC World Service and online streaming.''' This program looks at the origins and mythology of ''The Wizard of Oz'' and how it came about. It is currently available to listen or download online, anywhere in the world. Check the program's website at https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/w3ct1rl9 to listen to it online, or to download it.

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===To Oz? To Oz! online convention, the Internet===
'''To Oz? To Oz! online convention.''' With so many Oz events having to be cancelled this year because of the COVID-19 pandemic, a bunch of them got together to present some of their events to a worldwide, online audience for free. The live portions of the convention have now ended, but if you go to https://ozis.us/, you can see many prerecorded talks and events.

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===The OzConnection, YouTube===
'''The OzConnection, YouTube.''' OzCon International, the world's longest running ''Wizard of Oz'' convention, now has a YouTube channel at "The OzConnection", which features highlights of earlier cons and new material. The link is at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQU5pEFZZ6n_vXvRalgclSg.

The OzConnection has recently started two shows specifically for their channel. The first is a talk show called "OZ:Connect", which you can find in a playlist at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r-NAe0FKDXk&list=PLVNfENfXbx111GmnLLJFklUVGxPl1zUC-. The other new show is "Crypto-Oz-ology", short stories about all kinds of unusual happenings in Oz, which is in a playlist at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sCoSH97u4ts&list=PLVNfENfXbx11g0DhXikoqyP0dslwHeC1h.

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===Oz Talk, YouTube===
'''''Oz Talk'' panel talk show, YouTube.''' Join five Oz friends as they discuss any and all Oz subjects under the sun. New episodes will drop every two weeks on [https://www.youtube.com/c/TheOfficialOzClub/videos the Official Oz Club's YouTube Channel]. You can find the playlist for ''Oz Talk'' at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VNINbbefPS4&list=PL3OVMLWgINCRfgeWZR8GPJOp11rR73Ssc.

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===''Fifty Years of Oziana'' Readings, Youtube===
'''''Fifty Years of Oziana'' short story readings, YouTube.''' To celebrate fifty years of ''Oziana'', the International Wizard of Oz Club's annual literary magazine, Club members read stories from the last five decades. Many authors have even revisited their own stories. You can see the playlist of all stories [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hm6WXDLg9U8&list=PL3OVMLWgINCQ2a_CDuBggCt7kCYVaS4yD right here].

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===''Rainbow'' movie, Netflix===
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'''Now playing: ''Rainbow'', on Netflix worldwide.''' The first streaming service premieres this new movie, from director Paco León, that uses themes and imagery from ''The Wizard of Oz'' to explore the coming of age of Dora, a young Spanish woman who finds that everything she thought she knew about her life may be wrong. Available in an English dub, or with English subtitles.

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===The Wizard of Oz Experience, Around the World===
'''The Wizard of Oz Experience.''' The interactive outdoors event will be making making another set of appearances around the United States, Canada, and Australia in the spring of 2024. Take a look at https://questoapp.com/ for when it's coming to your town.

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===The Wicked Wizard Afternoon Tea, London, England, United Kingdom===
'''The Wicked Wizard Afternoon Tea, The Franklin Hotel, London, England, United Kingdom.''' Enjoy an Oz-themed tea, inspired by ''The Wizard of Oz'' and ''Wicked'', in the heart of London's Knightsbridge district. Tea is served from noon to 6:00, costs £49 (spirits are extra), and reservations must be made at least twenty-four hours in advance. For more information, including the menu, see [https://collezione.starhotels.com/en/our-hotels/the-franklin-london/restaurants-and-bars/wicked-wizard-at-the-franklin.html?_gl=1*1cfuckg*_up*MQ..*_gs*MQ..*_ga*MzU1MjIzMDI0LjE3NDE1NzY0NjA.*_ga_444Y1N2CEK*MTc0MTU3NjQ1OC4xLjEuMTc0MTU3NjU3NS4wLjAuMTkzNzQwNjk0Nw..*_ga_YXSDGTQ8NB*MTc0MTU3NjQ1OC4xLjEuMTc0MTU3NjU3NS4wLjAuNDIxNjUwMTc1&gclid=Cj0KCQiAlbW-BhCMARIsADnwasphX4BQH4lMNEKBognzeTmjcu96bA-ZlcDfhhU2ouaxc5CgyV41YLMaAjUfEALw_wcB the Franklin's website].

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===''Ruby Red Handed: Stealing America’s Most Famous Pair of Shoes'', Hulu===
'''Now playing: ''Ruby Red Handed: Stealing America’s Most Famous Pair of Shoes'', Hulu Streaming Service.''' This ABC News documentary delves into the 2005 theft of a pair of Ruby Slippers in Minnesota and the subsequent investigation and recovery. Take a look at https://www.hulu.com/series/4dd523b6-cfb6-4d4f-99c8-9febd2e4af68.

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===''The Wizard of Oz'', Las Vegas, Nevada===
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'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz'' at the Sphere, Las Vegas, Nevada.''' See the famous 1939 film version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in a whole new way. This is an immersive reimagining in 16K on a huge screen surrounding the audience. For more information and to buy tickets, go to https://www.thesphere.com/shows/wizard-of-oz-experience.

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===Candlelight: ''The Wizard of Oz'' concerts, around the world===
'''Candlelight: ''The Wizard of OZ'' concerts, around the world.''' In conjunction with Warner Bros., Candlelight is presenting songs from the famous movie version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in venues around the world amidst a sea of flickering candles. For more information, or to locate a concert, see the website at https://candlelightexperience.com/wizard-of-oz-concerts/.

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===Bloomland in Oz, Burlington, Ontario, Canada===
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'''Now through April 6, 2026: Bloomland in Oz, Royal Botanical Gardens Canada, Burlington, Ontario, Canada.''' The Gardens' 2026 showcase features floral displays and artistic creations, all inspired by the novel ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz''. For more information or to purchase tickets, see the website at https://www.rbg.ca/things-to-do/by-season/special-events/winter-exhibit/. And here's a behind-the-scenes look:
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===Stories of Cinema: Identity exhibit, Los Angeles, California===
'''Now through January 10, 2027: Stories of Cinema: Identity exhibit, Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, Los Angeles, California.''' The Academy Museum has brought its pair of Ruby Slippers back for the public to view. This exhibit also includes costumes and design studies from such movies as ''Flower Drum Song'', ''Dreamgirls'', ''Moulin Rouge!'', ''Amadeus'', ''Ma Raimey's Black Bottom'', ''Barbie'', and ''Wicked''. For more information, see the museum's website at https://www.academymuseum.org/en/exhibitions/stories-of-cinema-identity.

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==March 2026==
===Lorna Luft, Las Vegas, Nevada===
'''March 14-15, 2026: Lorna Luft, The Palazzo Theatre, The Venetian, Las Vegas, Nevada.''' An actor and singer in her own right, Lorna Luft is also Judy Garland's daughter. Join her for an intimate, personal celebration of ''The Wizard of Oz'' and her mother's life and career. For more information or te purchase tickets, see https://www.venetianlasvegas.com/entertainment/lorna-luft.html.

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===An Emerald Evening in Oz, Kansas City, Missouri===
'''March 28, 2026: An Emerald Evening in Oz, The Midland Theatre, Kansas City, Missouri.''' The Kansas City Repertory Theatre's latest fundraiser has a distinctly Ozian touch this year, in celebration of the company's upcoming production of ''The Wizard of Oz''. For more information, including how to reserve a seat or a table, see https://kcrep.org/event/gala/.

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==April 2026==
===''Return to Oz'' 40th Anniversary Screening, San Francisco, California===
'''April 9, 2026: ''Return to Oz'' 40th Anniversary Screening, The Castro Theatre, San Francisco, California.''' The legendary San Francisco theater is opening again after renavations, and part of the program will be a rare theatrical screening of the 1985 Disney movie ''Return to Oz'' to celebrate it's fortieth anniversary (maybe a few months late). The special guest is director Walter Murch, who will discuss the film and answer questions afterwards. For more details, see the show's website at https://thecastro.com/events/movies-for-maniacs-260409/

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===Garmin Marathon in the Land of Oz, Olathe, Kansas===
'''April 26, 2026: Garmin Marathon in the Land of Oz, Olathe, Kansas.''' If you're going to have a 26.2-mile run in Kansas, you may as well give it an Oz theme! For more information and to register, see the race's website at http://ozrun.org/.

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==May 2026==
===''The Wizard of Oz'' play, Kansas City, Missouri===
'''May 5-24, 2026: ''The Wizard of Oz'' play, Kansas City Repertory Theatre, Kansas City, Missouri.''' The company presents the Royal Shakespeare Company's adaptation of the famous musical version of the story, based on the famous movie. For more details or to purchase tickets, see https://kcrep.org/event/the-wizard-of-oz/.

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===Yellow Brick Road Festival, Sedan, Kansas===
'''May 22-23, 2026: Yellow Brick Road Festival, Sedan, Kansas.''' This town in Kansas celebrates ''The Wizard of Oz'' every year. For details, see http://www.lasr.net/travel/city.php?Sedan&Kansas&Yellow+Brick+Road+Festival&City_ID=KS0604019&Event_ID=KS0604019e002&VE=Y or call 620-725-4033.

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===''It's Dorothy'' documentary, Port Jefferson, New York===
'''May 31, 2026: ''It's Dorothy'' documentary, Theatre Three, Port Jefferson, New York.''' Theatre Three and the Por Jefferson Arts Council present a screening of this documentary about the heroine of ''The Wizard of Oz'' and the actresses who have played her. The show starts at 7:30, and tickets are $10. For more information, see the theatre's website at https://theatrethree.com/special_events/dorothy/.

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==June 2026==
===Oz-Stravaganza, Chittenango, New York===
'''June 5-7, 2026: Oz-Stravaganza, Chittenango, New York.''' This village in upstate New York honors its native son, L. Frank Baum, with an annual festival honoring his creation, the Land of Oz. For more information, see the event's website at http://www.oz-stravaganza.com/.

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==August 2026==
===Oz Festival Illinois, Mapleton, Illinois===
'''August (exact date to be announced), 2025: Oz Fest Illinois, Butler Haynes Park, Mapleton, Illinois.'''. For more information, see the event's website at https://www.hollispark.org/oz-fest, or the Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/OzFestIllinois/.

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==September 2026==
===Autumn at Oz Party, Banner Elk, North Carolina===
'''September (exact dates to be announced), 2026: Autumn at Oz Party, Beech Mountain, Banner Elk, North Carolina.''' The Wizard of Oz Park on the mountain may no longer be in regular operation, but it's still there, and Oz and park fans get together once a year for a party. Hurricane Hélène paused the event for 2025, but there's hope for a return in 2026. For more information, check out https://landofoznc.com/.

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===OzFest, Liberal, Kansas===
'''September (exact date to be announced), 2026: OzFest, Liberal, Kansas.''' The home town of the Dorothy's House attraction hosts its annual tribute to Dorothy and Oz. For more information, see [https://www.lasr.net/travel/city.php?Ozfest&TravelTo=KS1019015&VE=Y&Event_ID=KS1019015e002 the city's events page] and [http://visitliberal.com/ the city's website] (and be sure to call 1-800-LIBERAL to confirm event and dates).

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==October 2026==
===Oztoberfest, Wamego, Kansas===
'''October (exact date to be announced), 2026: Oztoberfest, Wamego, Kansas.''' The town not only has an Oz museum, they put on an annual Oz festival. Authors and other special guests will attend, and there's also admission to the museum. For more details, call the Oz museum at 1-866-458-TOTO, or see the event's website at http://oztoberfest.com/.

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==November 2026==
===TeslaCon, Middleton, Wisconsin===
'''November 12-15, 2026: TeslaCon, Marriott of Middleton, Middleton, Wisconsin.''' The country's largest steampunk convention celebrates its sixteenth edition, and this year the theme is Oz. For more information, see the convention's website at https://teslacon.com/.

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==Holiday Season 2026-27==
===''The Wizard of Oz'', holiday cablecasts===
'''''The Wizard of Oz'' holiday cablecasts, TBS and TNT.''' The stations' annual holiday season showings of the famous film version are, generally speaking, around Thanksgiving on TBS and Christmas on TNT. Check your local provider for exact times and channels on your system. Keep checking back for updates.

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===''The Wiz'' holiday telecasts===
'''''The Wiz'' holiday telecasts.''' Channels have holiday time airings of the 1978 film adaptation of ''The Wiz'', starring Diana Ross as Dorothy, Michael Jackson as the Scarecrow, Lena Horne as Glinda, and Richard Pryor as the Wiz. Keep checking back for updates.

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===''If I Only Had Christmas'' television movie, The Hallmark Channel===
'''''If I Only Had Christmas'' television movie, The Hallmark Channel.''' A Hallmark Christmas romance movie, first shown in 2020 and based (extremely loosely) on ''The Wizard of Oz''! Candace Cameron Bure stars as Darcy Gale, a publicist who teams up with Huck, a cynical business owner played by Neil Webb, to help out a charity in need. It airs many times at Christmas, and occasionally at other times throughout the year (check your local television provider for exact time and channel on your system). For more details and a sneak peek behind the scenes, take a look at [https://www.etonline.com/candace-cameron-bure-stars-in-hallmark-channels-if-i-only-had-christmas-first-look-exclusive-154864 the news report on the ''Entertainment Tonight'' website]. And [https://celebratingthesoaps.com/hallmark/hallmark-channel-news-wizard-of-oz-reimagined-candace-cameron-bure-in-if-i-only-had-christmas/ here's another report with another preview]. Finally, [https://www.hallmarkchannel.com/if-i-only-had-christmas here's the movie's page on the channel's website].

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==January 2027==
===Волшебник Изумрудного города, часть II, theaters throughout Russia===
'''January 1, 2027: ''Волшебник Изумрудного города, часть II'', theaters throughout Russia.''' The epic cinematic adaptation of Aleksandr Volkov's version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' comes to Russian theaters. Elli, Totoshka, Strasheela, the Iron Woodman, and the Cowardly Lion have reached the Emerald City. But will they meet the Wizard? What price will he ask from them to grant their wishes? Here's the teaser trailer:
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==June 2027==
===Judy Garland Festival, Grand Rapids, Minnesota===
'''June (exact dates to be announced), 2027: Judy Garland Festival, Judy Garland Museum and environs, Grand Rapids, Minnesota.''' Judy Garland's home town celebrates her in this annual festival (returning after taking 2026 off), with events all over town spread out over several days. For more information, keep an eye on the event's website at https://judygarlandmuseum.com/judy-garland-museum-events/.

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==To Be Determined==
===Wizard of Oz Days, Macon, Missouri===
'''Exact date to be announced: Wizard of Oz Days, Hannibal, Missouri.''' For complete details, see the event's Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/WizardofOzDays.

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OzWiki:Current events

2026-03-15T23:31:20Z

Ericgjovaag: /* The Wizard of Oz on Ice on tour */

Other Oz events can also be found on [https://www.ozclub.org/calendar/ the International Wizard of Oz Club's online calendar].

Please note that, since I live in the United States and most Oz events take place in the United States, I will identify most event locations by city and state only. Any events taking place in other countries will include the name of the country as well.

==Going on now==
===''Wicked'' play, around the world===
'''Now playing: ''Wicked''.''' This is the award-winning musical based on Gregory Maguire's novel ''Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West''. The book is by Winnie Holzman, the music by Stephen Schwartz, and the show is directed by Joe Mantello. It has done so well, it has spawned the following productions:

* [http://www.gershwintheatre.com/ Gershwin Theater], Broadway, New York City, New York. Tickets may be purchased online at [http://www.ticketmaster.com/venue/24579 ticketmaster.com]. For more details, go to [http://wickedthemusical.com/ wickedthemusical.com]. For a "Behind the Emerald Curtain" tour on Saturday mornings, go to https://wickedthemusical.com/behind-the-emerald-curtain#scrolldown for details.

* The Apollo Victoria Theatre, The West End, London, England, United Kingdom. For more information, including booking tickets, see http://www.wickedthemusical.co.uk/.

* ''Wicked'' is also touring the United States and Canada. For more information and updates about the tour, see https://wickedthemusical.com/tickets/#tour. Here's the current schedule (locations and dates are subject to change):
** Now through March 22, 2026: [https://www.ppacri.org/events/detail/wicked-2 Providence Performing Arts Center], Providence, Rhode Island
** March 25-April 5, 2026: [https://www.broadwayincolumbia.com/upcoming-shows/ Koger Center for the Arts], Columbia, South Carolina
** April 8-19, 2026: [https://www.celebrityattractions.com/shows/10200/WICKED/Little-Rock/2026 Robinson Center], Little Rock, Arkansas
** April 22-May 3, 2026: Juanita K. Hammons Hall, Springfield, Missouri
** May 6-June 14, 2026: [https://dallas.broadway.com/shows/wicked/ Music Hall at Fair Park], Dallas, Texas
** June 17-July 5, 2026: [https://ticketomaha.com/Productions/wicked Orpheum Theater], Omaha, Nebraska
** July 8-August 9, 2026: [https://hennepinarts.org/events/wicked Orpheum Theatre], Minneapolis, Minnesota
** August 12-30, 2026: [https://kansascity.broadway.com/shows/wicked/ Music Hall], Kansas City, Missouri
** September 2-20, 2026: [https://www.desmoinesperformingarts.org/whats-on/events/2025-26/broadway/wicked Des Moines Civic Center], Des Moines, Iowa

* A non-reproduction staging is now running at the Teatr Muzyczny ROMA in Warsaw, Poland. For more information, see https://www.teatrroma.pl/spektakl/wicked/.

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===''The Wiz'' play, national tour===
'''''The Wiz'' play, national tour.''' After its Broadway run, this new staging of the Tony-winning musical adaptation of ''The Wizard of Oz'' heads out on a North American tour. The following dates have been announced:

* April 21-26, 2026: [https://www.altriatheater.com/events/detail/the-wiz-2025 Altria Center], Richmond, Virginia
* May 5-10, 2026: [https://www.celebrityattractions.com/shows/10194/THE-WIZ/Tulsa/2026 Tulsa Performing Arts Center], Tulsa, Oklahoma
* May 12-17, 2026: [https://austin.broadway.com/shows/the-wiz/ Bass Concert Hall], Austin, Texas
* May 19-24, 2026: [https://www.okcbroadway.com/wiz Civic Center Music Hall], Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
* May 26-31, 2026: [https://americantheatreguild.com/toledo/shows/the-wiz/ Stranahan Theater], Toledo, Ohio

More dates and cities will be coming. For more information, see the show's website at https://wizmusical.com/.

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===''The Wizard of Oz on Ice'' on tour===
'''Now on Tour: ''The Wizard of Oz on Ice''.''' The new, reimagined version of the 1990s ice show returns for another season. The company has announced the following tour dates:
* March 19, 2026: [https://coffeecountyartsalliance.org/product/wizard/ Enterprise High School Performing Arts Center], Enterprise, Alabama
* March 20, 2026: [https://fordcenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Ford Center for the Performing Arts], Oxford, Mississippi
* March 21, 2026: [https://tickets.thegrand.com/Online/mapSelect.asp?doWork::WSmap::loadMap=Load&createBO::WSmap=1&BOparam::WSmap::loadMap::performance_ids=BF23CAB4-BB58-48F2-B25A-98FC0873E482 The Grand 1894 Opera House], Galveston, Texas
* March 22, 2026: [https://ci.ovationtix.com/35987/production/1241069?performanceId=11647305 Temple Theater], Lufkin, Texas
* March 27, 2026: [https://www.moonlightstage.com/shows-tickets Moonlight Amphitheatre], Vista, California
* March 28, 2026: [https://www.ycpac.com/Online/default.asp?BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Avenue_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Acity_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Amonth_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Aobject_type_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Acategory_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_from=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_to=&doWork%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3Asearch=1&BOparam%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3Asearch%3A%3Aarticle_search_id=EE8716B4-0827-4B0D-9ACB-038A148DF966&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_criteria=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_from=2026-3-28&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_to=2026-3-28 Jim and Linda Lee Performing Arts Center], Prescott, Arizona
* March 29, 2026: [https://tickets.haughpac.com/wizard Haugh Performing Arts Center], Glendora, California
* March 30, 2026: [https://higleycenter.org/ Higley Center for the Performing Arts], Gilbert, Arizona
* April 10, 2026: [https://www.sunsetcenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Sunset Cultural Center], Carmel-by-the-Sea, California
* April 11, 2026: [https://www.lpac.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Lancaster Performing Arts Center], Lancaster, California
* April 12, 2026: [https://livermorearts.org/ Livermore Valley Performing Arts Center], Livermore, California
* April 15, 2026: [https://craterian.org/event/the-wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Craterian Theater], Medford, Oregon
* April 16, 2026: [https://columbiatheatre.com/new-events/wizard-of-oz-on-ice Columbia Theatre], Longview, Washington
* April 17, 2026: [https://www.washingtoncenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice-4-17-2026/ Washington Center for the Performing Arts], Olympia, Washington
* April 19, 2026: [https://buttearts.org/ Mother Lode Theatre], Butte, Montana
* April 30, 2026: [https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/41568594/wizard-of-oz-on-ice-pembroke-givens-performing-arts-center?_gl=1*17vkium*_ga*MTg1OTc1NzAyOS4xNzU3MTE1MzQz*_ga_LQFXLBGNDL*czE3NTcxMTUzNDMkbzEkZzEkdDE3NTcxMTUzNzMkajMwJGwwJGgw Givens Performing Arts Center], Pembroke, North Carolina

For more information about the show, see the website at https://wizardofozonice.com/.

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===''Ozmafia'' anime series, on the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Ozmafia'' anime series, crunchyroll.com.''' In this Japanese anime series (based on the video game of the same name), Scarlet is a new transfer student at Oz Academy. He doesn't get off to a good start, but the teachers seem nice enough. But what strange secrets are hiding at Oz Academy, and why are they at war with the other academies? Episodes (in Japanese, with English subtitles) are available to view online at http://www.crunchyroll.com/ozmafia for free.

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===''The Wizard of Oz'' and ''The Wiz'', throughout the United Kingdom===
'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz'', throughout the United Kingdom.''' Oz is a popular show to perform in the United Kingdom, and there always seems to be a show going on somewhere. For a complete listing of all upcoming productions of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in the United Kingdom, see the listings at [http://www.list.co.uk/events/theatre/what:The%20Wizard%20of%20Oz/sort:date/show:100/ ''The List''], naturally. They also have listings for performances of [http://www.list.co.uk/events/theatre/what:The%20Wiz/sort:date/show:100/ ''The Wiz''].

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===''Emerald City'' television series, NBC.com===
'''''Emerald City'' television series, NBC.com''' The latest Oz TV project has gone through its broadcast run on NBC. But the show's website is still up at http://www.nbc.com/emerald-city. You can still watch episodes online at http://www.nbc.com/emerald-city/episodes, and the show is also streaming on Peacock.

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===''Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz'', Internet Streaming and Cablecast===
'''Now playing: ''Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz'' cartoon series, Internet Streaming.''' This is the latest Oz cartoon series, based (very loosely) on the famous 1939 film version. Dorothy is now a princess of Oz and living in the Emerald City with Queen Ozma. But she's still having adventures! For more information, see the show's website at https://watch.boomerang.com/shows/dorothy-franchise/series/dorothy-series/volume-1. Or, if you have the Boomerang or Cartoon Network cable channels, episodes are now being shown in territories around the world, outside the United States, also have the show, so check your local version of the Cartoon Network, Boomerang, or Max channels or websites.

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===''Lost in Oz'' series, Internet streaming===
'''Now playing: ''Lost in Oz'', Amazon Video streaming.''' This animated series from Amazon tells the story of Dorothy, a modern-day girl, and her dog Toto, who are whisked to Oz when Dorothy opens one of her mother's old journals. To get home, she must find the elements of magic and help restore magic to Oz. Fortunately she has made friends with Ojo the Munchkin and West, a trainee witch, to help her out. To get started, see Amazon's ''Lost in Oz'' website at https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00Z89MYTI! And in November of 2022, [https://www.youtube.com/embed/h4fc1XvdBrk this short was dropped] with news of what's to come.

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===''Dee & Friends in Oz'', Netflix worldwide===
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'''Now playing: ''Dee & Friends in Oz'', Netflix worldwide.''' The streaming service has announced their new shows for 2024, including ''Dee & Friends in Oz'', an animated musical series aimed at preschoolers. Dee is a young girl who discovers a key to the magical land of Oz, where she makes friends and has has adventures where she saves the day. Want a sneak peek? [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oPAZCfmc0mQ&ab_channel=NetflixJr. Here's the first episode!]

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===''Chronicles of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now streaming: The ''Chronicles of Oz'' podcast.''' This audio adaptation of the first three Oz books, each in six episodes, presents ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', ''The Marvellous Land of Oz'', and ''Ozma of Oz'', plus a special episode adapting ''The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus''. Produced by Crossover Adventure Productions out of Australia. All episodes, along with trailers and other materials, can be downloaded at http://chroniclesofoz.com/.

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===''The Royal Podcast of Oz'', the Internet===
'''Now streaming: ''The Royal Podcast of Oz'', podbean.com and other podcasting sites.''' Now running for over a decade, this podcast is devoted to all things Oz, with interviews, reviews, news, and other items of interest to Oz fans of all types. You can listen to or download all editions at https://anchor.fm/the-royal-podcast-of-oz/, or look for it on your favorite podcast site.

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===''Wait Wait…Don't Tell Me'', National Public Radio===
'''Now streaming: ''Wait Wait…Don't Tell Me'' edition of May 11, 2019, npr.org.''' The popular current events quiz show recorded this episode in St. Louis, and got one of the city's most celebrated residents to play "Not My Job". Former Cardinals shortstop and Hall of Fame inductee Ozzie Smith was nicknamed "The Wizard of Oz" in his playing days, so naturally, he gets to answer questions about ''The Wizard of Oz''! You can listen to the entire episode [https://www.npr.org/programs/wait-wait-dont-tell-me/722132214/wait-wait-for-may-11-2019-with-not-my-job-guest-ozzie-smith?showDate=2019-05-11 here], or just Smith's segment [https://www.npr.org/2019/05/11/721853591/not-my-job-we-quiz-baseball-great-ozzie-smith-on-the-wizard-of-oz here].

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===''Hit the Bricks!'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Hit the Bricks!'' podcast, the Internet.''' One hundred years after the events of ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', the Gale farm is abandoned, and a new generation is off to have adventures in Oz. The first act has now dropped, with further episodes to come. For more information, see the show's website at https://hitthebricks.com/, and its Twitter feed at https://twitter.com/HitTheBricksPod/.

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===''The Smallwood Sessions'' podcast, "The Podcast of Oz", the Internet===
'''Now playing: "The Podcast of Oz" episode of ''The Smallwood Sessions'' podcast.''' To celebrate what would have been the 2020 edition of Chittenango's Oz-Stravaganza, this podcast about upstate New York celebrates Oz and creator L. Frank Baum's connections to the area. To listen, go to https://anchor.fm/josh-taylor87/episodes/Episode-22-The-Podcast-of-Oz-ef05f4.

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===''Down the Yellow Brick Pod'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Down the Yellow Brick Pod'' podcast.''' This podcast takes a deep dive into the Oz books, one chapter at a time, and looks at all that they encompass. Available on many podcast sources, including Google Podcasts, and through [https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS8xMTcyMTM4LnJzcw?hl=en this link].

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===''The Wonderful Recap of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''The Wonderful Recap of Oz'' podcast.''' This podcast recaps the Oz books, one per episode. Available Available on many podcast sources, including Google Podcasts, and through [https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy80ZjgyMWIyYy9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw== this link].

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===''No Place Like Home'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''No Place Like Home'' podcast.''' This podcast looks at the Ruby Slippers, how they were stolen in 2005 and found again in 2018, and all the background behind them, the production of The Movie, the life of Judy Garland, and more. Available on most podcasting sites. For more information, the show's website is at https://shows.cadence13.com/podcast/noplacelikehome.

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===''The Lost Princess of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''The Lost Princess of Oz'' podcast.''' A new, original Oz story for kids (of all ages), told in six parts, with songs, and presented by the Delaware Children's Theatre. Although based on Baum's writings, this is not the same story as his novel ''The Lost Princess of Oz''. For more information, or to subscribe, see the show's website at https://www.thelostprincessofozpodcast.com/.

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===''The Wizard of Oz: A Homegrown American Fairy Tale'' radio broadcast, BBC World Service===
'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz: A Homegrown American Fairy Tale'' radio documentary, BBC World Service and online streaming.''' This program looks at the origins and mythology of ''The Wizard of Oz'' and how it came about. It is currently available to listen or download online, anywhere in the world. Check the program's website at https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/w3ct1rl9 to listen to it online, or to download it.

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===To Oz? To Oz! online convention, the Internet===
'''To Oz? To Oz! online convention.''' With so many Oz events having to be cancelled this year because of the COVID-19 pandemic, a bunch of them got together to present some of their events to a worldwide, online audience for free. The live portions of the convention have now ended, but if you go to https://ozis.us/, you can see many prerecorded talks and events.

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===The OzConnection, YouTube===
'''The OzConnection, YouTube.''' OzCon International, the world's longest running ''Wizard of Oz'' convention, now has a YouTube channel at "The OzConnection", which features highlights of earlier cons and new material. The link is at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQU5pEFZZ6n_vXvRalgclSg.

The OzConnection has recently started two shows specifically for their channel. The first is a talk show called "OZ:Connect", which you can find in a playlist at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r-NAe0FKDXk&list=PLVNfENfXbx111GmnLLJFklUVGxPl1zUC-. The other new show is "Crypto-Oz-ology", short stories about all kinds of unusual happenings in Oz, which is in a playlist at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sCoSH97u4ts&list=PLVNfENfXbx11g0DhXikoqyP0dslwHeC1h.

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===Oz Talk, YouTube===
'''''Oz Talk'' panel talk show, YouTube.''' Join five Oz friends as they discuss any and all Oz subjects under the sun. New episodes will drop every two weeks on [https://www.youtube.com/c/TheOfficialOzClub/videos the Official Oz Club's YouTube Channel]. You can find the playlist for ''Oz Talk'' at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VNINbbefPS4&list=PL3OVMLWgINCRfgeWZR8GPJOp11rR73Ssc.

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===''Fifty Years of Oziana'' Readings, Youtube===
'''''Fifty Years of Oziana'' short story readings, YouTube.''' To celebrate fifty years of ''Oziana'', the International Wizard of Oz Club's annual literary magazine, Club members read stories from the last five decades. Many authors have even revisited their own stories. You can see the playlist of all stories [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hm6WXDLg9U8&list=PL3OVMLWgINCQ2a_CDuBggCt7kCYVaS4yD right here].

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===''Rainbow'' movie, Netflix===
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'''Now playing: ''Rainbow'', on Netflix worldwide.''' The first streaming service premieres this new movie, from director Paco León, that uses themes and imagery from ''The Wizard of Oz'' to explore the coming of age of Dora, a young Spanish woman who finds that everything she thought she knew about her life may be wrong. Available in an English dub, or with English subtitles.

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===The Wizard of Oz Experience, Around the World===
'''The Wizard of Oz Experience.''' The interactive outdoors event will be making making another set of appearances around the United States, Canada, and Australia in the spring of 2024. Take a look at https://questoapp.com/ for when it's coming to your town.

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===The Wicked Wizard Afternoon Tea, London, England, United Kingdom===
'''The Wicked Wizard Afternoon Tea, The Franklin Hotel, London, England, United Kingdom.''' Enjoy an Oz-themed tea, inspired by ''The Wizard of Oz'' and ''Wicked'', in the heart of London's Knightsbridge district. Tea is served from noon to 6:00, costs £49 (spirits are extra), and reservations must be made at least twenty-four hours in advance. For more information, including the menu, see [https://collezione.starhotels.com/en/our-hotels/the-franklin-london/restaurants-and-bars/wicked-wizard-at-the-franklin.html?_gl=1*1cfuckg*_up*MQ..*_gs*MQ..*_ga*MzU1MjIzMDI0LjE3NDE1NzY0NjA.*_ga_444Y1N2CEK*MTc0MTU3NjQ1OC4xLjEuMTc0MTU3NjU3NS4wLjAuMTkzNzQwNjk0Nw..*_ga_YXSDGTQ8NB*MTc0MTU3NjQ1OC4xLjEuMTc0MTU3NjU3NS4wLjAuNDIxNjUwMTc1&gclid=Cj0KCQiAlbW-BhCMARIsADnwasphX4BQH4lMNEKBognzeTmjcu96bA-ZlcDfhhU2ouaxc5CgyV41YLMaAjUfEALw_wcB the Franklin's website].

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===''Ruby Red Handed: Stealing America’s Most Famous Pair of Shoes'', Hulu===
'''Now playing: ''Ruby Red Handed: Stealing America’s Most Famous Pair of Shoes'', Hulu Streaming Service.''' This ABC News documentary delves into the 2005 theft of a pair of Ruby Slippers in Minnesota and the subsequent investigation and recovery. Take a look at https://www.hulu.com/series/4dd523b6-cfb6-4d4f-99c8-9febd2e4af68.

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===''The Wizard of Oz'', Las Vegas, Nevada===
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'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz'' at the Sphere, Las Vegas, Nevada.''' See the famous 1939 film version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in a whole new way. This is an immersive reimagining in 16K on a huge screen surrounding the audience. For more information and to buy tickets, go to https://www.thesphere.com/shows/wizard-of-oz-experience.

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===Candlelight: ''The Wizard of Oz'' concerts, around the world===
'''Candlelight: ''The Wizard of OZ'' concerts, around the world.''' In conjunction with Warner Bros., Candlelight is presenting songs from the famous movie version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in venues around the world amidst a sea of flickering candles. For more information, or to locate a concert, see the website at https://candlelightexperience.com/wizard-of-oz-concerts/.

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===The Land of Oz: Beyond the Page Museum Exhibit, Chicago, Illinois===
'''Now through March 15, 2026: The Land of Oz: Beyond the Page Museum Exhibit, Driehaus Museum, Chicago, Illinois.''' This exhibit focuses on design elements of the famous 1939 film adaptation of ''The Wizard of Oz''. Items on display include replicas of the Ruby Slippers and the Cowardly Lion's "Courage" medal, an early draft script, and a prototype for the Flying Monkey's costumes. For more information, see the museum's website at https://driehausmuseum.org/exhibitions.

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===Bloomland in Oz, Burlington, Ontario, Canada===
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'''Now through April 6, 2026: Bloomland in Oz, Royal Botanical Gardens Canada, Burlington, Ontario, Canada.''' The Gardens' 2026 showcase features floral displays and artistic creations, all inspired by the novel ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz''. For more information or to purchase tickets, see the website at https://www.rbg.ca/things-to-do/by-season/special-events/winter-exhibit/. And here's a behind-the-scenes look:
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===Stories of Cinema: Identity exhibit, Los Angeles, California===
'''Now through January 10, 2027: Stories of Cinema: Identity exhibit, Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, Los Angeles, California.''' The Academy Museum has brought its pair of Ruby Slippers back for the public to view. This exhibit also includes costumes and design studies from such movies as ''Flower Drum Song'', ''Dreamgirls'', ''Moulin Rouge!'', ''Amadeus'', ''Ma Raimey's Black Bottom'', ''Barbie'', and ''Wicked''. For more information, see the museum's website at https://www.academymuseum.org/en/exhibitions/stories-of-cinema-identity.

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==March 2026==
===Lorna Luft, Las Vegas, Nevada===
'''March 14-15, 2026: Lorna Luft, The Palazzo Theatre, The Venetian, Las Vegas, Nevada.''' An actor and singer in her own right, Lorna Luft is also Judy Garland's daughter. Join her for an intimate, personal celebration of ''The Wizard of Oz'' and her mother's life and career. For more information or te purchase tickets, see https://www.venetianlasvegas.com/entertainment/lorna-luft.html.

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===An Emerald Evening in Oz, Kansas City, Missouri===
'''March 28, 2026: An Emerald Evening in Oz, The Midland Theatre, Kansas City, Missouri.''' The Kansas City Repertory Theatre's latest fundraiser has a distinctly Ozian touch this year, in celebration of the company's upcoming production of ''The Wizard of Oz''. For more information, including how to reserve a seat or a table, see https://kcrep.org/event/gala/.

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==April 2026==
===''Return to Oz'' 40th Anniversary Screening, San Francisco, California===
'''April 9, 2026: ''Return to Oz'' 40th Anniversary Screening, The Castro Theatre, San Francisco, California.''' The legendary San Francisco theater is opening again after renavations, and part of the program will be a rare theatrical screening of the 1985 Disney movie ''Return to Oz'' to celebrate it's fortieth anniversary (maybe a few months late). The special guest is director Walter Murch, who will discuss the film and answer questions afterwards. For more details, see the show's website at https://thecastro.com/events/movies-for-maniacs-260409/

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===Garmin Marathon in the Land of Oz, Olathe, Kansas===
'''April 26, 2026: Garmin Marathon in the Land of Oz, Olathe, Kansas.''' If you're going to have a 26.2-mile run in Kansas, you may as well give it an Oz theme! For more information and to register, see the race's website at http://ozrun.org/.

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==May 2026==
===''The Wizard of Oz'' play, Kansas City, Missouri===
'''May 5-24, 2026: ''The Wizard of Oz'' play, Kansas City Repertory Theatre, Kansas City, Missouri.''' The company presents the Royal Shakespeare Company's adaptation of the famous musical version of the story, based on the famous movie. For more details or to purchase tickets, see https://kcrep.org/event/the-wizard-of-oz/.

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===Yellow Brick Road Festival, Sedan, Kansas===
'''May 22-23, 2026: Yellow Brick Road Festival, Sedan, Kansas.''' This town in Kansas celebrates ''The Wizard of Oz'' every year. For details, see http://www.lasr.net/travel/city.php?Sedan&Kansas&Yellow+Brick+Road+Festival&City_ID=KS0604019&Event_ID=KS0604019e002&VE=Y or call 620-725-4033.

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===''It's Dorothy'' documentary, Port Jefferson, New York===
'''May 31, 2026: ''It's Dorothy'' documentary, Theatre Three, Port Jefferson, New York.''' Theatre Three and the Por Jefferson Arts Council present a screening of this documentary about the heroine of ''The Wizard of Oz'' and the actresses who have played her. The show starts at 7:30, and tickets are $10. For more information, see the theatre's website at https://theatrethree.com/special_events/dorothy/.

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==June 2026==
===Oz-Stravaganza, Chittenango, New York===
'''June 5-7, 2026: Oz-Stravaganza, Chittenango, New York.''' This village in upstate New York honors its native son, L. Frank Baum, with an annual festival honoring his creation, the Land of Oz. For more information, see the event's website at http://www.oz-stravaganza.com/.

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==August 2026==
===Oz Festival Illinois, Mapleton, Illinois===
'''August (exact date to be announced), 2025: Oz Fest Illinois, Butler Haynes Park, Mapleton, Illinois.'''. For more information, see the event's website at https://www.hollispark.org/oz-fest, or the Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/OzFestIllinois/.

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==September 2026==
===Autumn at Oz Party, Banner Elk, North Carolina===
'''September (exact dates to be announced), 2026: Autumn at Oz Party, Beech Mountain, Banner Elk, North Carolina.''' The Wizard of Oz Park on the mountain may no longer be in regular operation, but it's still there, and Oz and park fans get together once a year for a party. Hurricane Hélène paused the event for 2025, but there's hope for a return in 2026. For more information, check out https://landofoznc.com/.

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===OzFest, Liberal, Kansas===
'''September (exact date to be announced), 2026: OzFest, Liberal, Kansas.''' The home town of the Dorothy's House attraction hosts its annual tribute to Dorothy and Oz. For more information, see [https://www.lasr.net/travel/city.php?Ozfest&TravelTo=KS1019015&VE=Y&Event_ID=KS1019015e002 the city's events page] and [http://visitliberal.com/ the city's website] (and be sure to call 1-800-LIBERAL to confirm event and dates).

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==October 2026==
===Oztoberfest, Wamego, Kansas===
'''October (exact date to be announced), 2026: Oztoberfest, Wamego, Kansas.''' The town not only has an Oz museum, they put on an annual Oz festival. Authors and other special guests will attend, and there's also admission to the museum. For more details, call the Oz museum at 1-866-458-TOTO, or see the event's website at http://oztoberfest.com/.

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==November 2026==
===TeslaCon, Middleton, Wisconsin===
'''November 12-15, 2026: TeslaCon, Marriott of Middleton, Middleton, Wisconsin.''' The country's largest steampunk convention celebrates its sixteenth edition, and this year the theme is Oz. For more information, see the convention's website at https://teslacon.com/.

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==Holiday Season 2026-27==
===''The Wizard of Oz'', holiday cablecasts===
'''''The Wizard of Oz'' holiday cablecasts, TBS and TNT.''' The stations' annual holiday season showings of the famous film version are, generally speaking, around Thanksgiving on TBS and Christmas on TNT. Check your local provider for exact times and channels on your system. Keep checking back for updates.

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===''The Wiz'' holiday telecasts===
'''''The Wiz'' holiday telecasts.''' Channels have holiday time airings of the 1978 film adaptation of ''The Wiz'', starring Diana Ross as Dorothy, Michael Jackson as the Scarecrow, Lena Horne as Glinda, and Richard Pryor as the Wiz. Keep checking back for updates.

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===''If I Only Had Christmas'' television movie, The Hallmark Channel===
'''''If I Only Had Christmas'' television movie, The Hallmark Channel.''' A Hallmark Christmas romance movie, first shown in 2020 and based (extremely loosely) on ''The Wizard of Oz''! Candace Cameron Bure stars as Darcy Gale, a publicist who teams up with Huck, a cynical business owner played by Neil Webb, to help out a charity in need. It airs many times at Christmas, and occasionally at other times throughout the year (check your local television provider for exact time and channel on your system). For more details and a sneak peek behind the scenes, take a look at [https://www.etonline.com/candace-cameron-bure-stars-in-hallmark-channels-if-i-only-had-christmas-first-look-exclusive-154864 the news report on the ''Entertainment Tonight'' website]. And [https://celebratingthesoaps.com/hallmark/hallmark-channel-news-wizard-of-oz-reimagined-candace-cameron-bure-in-if-i-only-had-christmas/ here's another report with another preview]. Finally, [https://www.hallmarkchannel.com/if-i-only-had-christmas here's the movie's page on the channel's website].

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==January 2027==
===Волшебник Изумрудного города, часть II, theaters throughout Russia===
'''January 1, 2027: ''Волшебник Изумрудного города, часть II'', theaters throughout Russia.''' The epic cinematic adaptation of Aleksandr Volkov's version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' comes to Russian theaters. Elli, Totoshka, Strasheela, the Iron Woodman, and the Cowardly Lion have reached the Emerald City. But will they meet the Wizard? What price will he ask from them to grant their wishes? Here's the teaser trailer:
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==June 2027==
===Judy Garland Festival, Grand Rapids, Minnesota===
'''June (exact dates to be announced), 2027: Judy Garland Festival, Judy Garland Museum and environs, Grand Rapids, Minnesota.''' Judy Garland's home town celebrates her in this annual festival (returning after taking 2026 off), with events all over town spread out over several days. For more information, keep an eye on the event's website at https://judygarlandmuseum.com/judy-garland-museum-events/.

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==To Be Determined==
===Wizard of Oz Days, Macon, Missouri===
'''Exact date to be announced: Wizard of Oz Days, Hannibal, Missouri.''' For complete details, see the event's Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/WizardofOzDays.

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OzWiki:Current events

2026-03-15T23:31:01Z

Ericgjovaag: /* The Wiz play, national tour */

Other Oz events can also be found on [https://www.ozclub.org/calendar/ the International Wizard of Oz Club's online calendar].

Please note that, since I live in the United States and most Oz events take place in the United States, I will identify most event locations by city and state only. Any events taking place in other countries will include the name of the country as well.

==Going on now==
===''Wicked'' play, around the world===
'''Now playing: ''Wicked''.''' This is the award-winning musical based on Gregory Maguire's novel ''Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West''. The book is by Winnie Holzman, the music by Stephen Schwartz, and the show is directed by Joe Mantello. It has done so well, it has spawned the following productions:

* [http://www.gershwintheatre.com/ Gershwin Theater], Broadway, New York City, New York. Tickets may be purchased online at [http://www.ticketmaster.com/venue/24579 ticketmaster.com]. For more details, go to [http://wickedthemusical.com/ wickedthemusical.com]. For a "Behind the Emerald Curtain" tour on Saturday mornings, go to https://wickedthemusical.com/behind-the-emerald-curtain#scrolldown for details.

* The Apollo Victoria Theatre, The West End, London, England, United Kingdom. For more information, including booking tickets, see http://www.wickedthemusical.co.uk/.

* ''Wicked'' is also touring the United States and Canada. For more information and updates about the tour, see https://wickedthemusical.com/tickets/#tour. Here's the current schedule (locations and dates are subject to change):
** Now through March 22, 2026: [https://www.ppacri.org/events/detail/wicked-2 Providence Performing Arts Center], Providence, Rhode Island
** March 25-April 5, 2026: [https://www.broadwayincolumbia.com/upcoming-shows/ Koger Center for the Arts], Columbia, South Carolina
** April 8-19, 2026: [https://www.celebrityattractions.com/shows/10200/WICKED/Little-Rock/2026 Robinson Center], Little Rock, Arkansas
** April 22-May 3, 2026: Juanita K. Hammons Hall, Springfield, Missouri
** May 6-June 14, 2026: [https://dallas.broadway.com/shows/wicked/ Music Hall at Fair Park], Dallas, Texas
** June 17-July 5, 2026: [https://ticketomaha.com/Productions/wicked Orpheum Theater], Omaha, Nebraska
** July 8-August 9, 2026: [https://hennepinarts.org/events/wicked Orpheum Theatre], Minneapolis, Minnesota
** August 12-30, 2026: [https://kansascity.broadway.com/shows/wicked/ Music Hall], Kansas City, Missouri
** September 2-20, 2026: [https://www.desmoinesperformingarts.org/whats-on/events/2025-26/broadway/wicked Des Moines Civic Center], Des Moines, Iowa

* A non-reproduction staging is now running at the Teatr Muzyczny ROMA in Warsaw, Poland. For more information, see https://www.teatrroma.pl/spektakl/wicked/.

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===''The Wiz'' play, national tour===
'''''The Wiz'' play, national tour.''' After its Broadway run, this new staging of the Tony-winning musical adaptation of ''The Wizard of Oz'' heads out on a North American tour. The following dates have been announced:

* April 21-26, 2026: [https://www.altriatheater.com/events/detail/the-wiz-2025 Altria Center], Richmond, Virginia
* May 5-10, 2026: [https://www.celebrityattractions.com/shows/10194/THE-WIZ/Tulsa/2026 Tulsa Performing Arts Center], Tulsa, Oklahoma
* May 12-17, 2026: [https://austin.broadway.com/shows/the-wiz/ Bass Concert Hall], Austin, Texas
* May 19-24, 2026: [https://www.okcbroadway.com/wiz Civic Center Music Hall], Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
* May 26-31, 2026: [https://americantheatreguild.com/toledo/shows/the-wiz/ Stranahan Theater], Toledo, Ohio

More dates and cities will be coming. For more information, see the show's website at https://wizmusical.com/.

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===''The Wizard of Oz on Ice'' on tour===
'''Now on Tour: ''The Wizard of Oz on Ice''.''' The new, reimagined version of the 1990s ice show returns for another season. The company has announced the following tour dates:
* March 11, 2026: [https://mizzouarts.missouri.edu/university-concert-series-returns-for-118th-season/ Jesse Auditorium, University of Missouri], Columbia, Missouri
* March 14, 2026: [https://www.skokospac.org/ Shokos Performing Arts Center], Alma, Arkansas
* March 15, 2026: [https://www.coppellartscenter.org/events/detail/2026-wizard-of-oz-on-ice Coppell Arts Center], Coppell, Texas
* March 19, 2026: [https://coffeecountyartsalliance.org/product/wizard/ Enterprise High School Performing Arts Center], Enterprise, Alabama
* March 20, 2026: [https://fordcenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Ford Center for the Performing Arts], Oxford, Mississippi
* March 21, 2026: [https://tickets.thegrand.com/Online/mapSelect.asp?doWork::WSmap::loadMap=Load&createBO::WSmap=1&BOparam::WSmap::loadMap::performance_ids=BF23CAB4-BB58-48F2-B25A-98FC0873E482 The Grand 1894 Opera House], Galveston, Texas
* March 22, 2026: [https://ci.ovationtix.com/35987/production/1241069?performanceId=11647305 Temple Theater], Lufkin, Texas
* March 27, 2026: [https://www.moonlightstage.com/shows-tickets Moonlight Amphitheatre], Vista, California
* March 28, 2026: [https://www.ycpac.com/Online/default.asp?BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Avenue_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Acity_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Amonth_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Aobject_type_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Acategory_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_from=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_to=&doWork%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3Asearch=1&BOparam%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3Asearch%3A%3Aarticle_search_id=EE8716B4-0827-4B0D-9ACB-038A148DF966&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_criteria=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_from=2026-3-28&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_to=2026-3-28 Jim and Linda Lee Performing Arts Center], Prescott, Arizona
* March 29, 2026: [https://tickets.haughpac.com/wizard Haugh Performing Arts Center], Glendora, California
* March 30, 2026: [https://higleycenter.org/ Higley Center for the Performing Arts], Gilbert, Arizona
* April 10, 2026: [https://www.sunsetcenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Sunset Cultural Center], Carmel-by-the-Sea, California
* April 11, 2026: [https://www.lpac.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Lancaster Performing Arts Center], Lancaster, California
* April 12, 2026: [https://livermorearts.org/ Livermore Valley Performing Arts Center], Livermore, California
* April 15, 2026: [https://craterian.org/event/the-wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Craterian Theater], Medford, Oregon
* April 16, 2026: [https://columbiatheatre.com/new-events/wizard-of-oz-on-ice Columbia Theatre], Longview, Washington
* April 17, 2026: [https://www.washingtoncenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice-4-17-2026/ Washington Center for the Performing Arts], Olympia, Washington
* April 19, 2026: [https://buttearts.org/ Mother Lode Theatre], Butte, Montana
* April 30, 2026: [https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/41568594/wizard-of-oz-on-ice-pembroke-givens-performing-arts-center?_gl=1*17vkium*_ga*MTg1OTc1NzAyOS4xNzU3MTE1MzQz*_ga_LQFXLBGNDL*czE3NTcxMTUzNDMkbzEkZzEkdDE3NTcxMTUzNzMkajMwJGwwJGgw Givens Performing Arts Center], Pembroke, North Carolina

For more information about the show, see the website at https://wizardofozonice.com/.

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===''Ozmafia'' anime series, on the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Ozmafia'' anime series, crunchyroll.com.''' In this Japanese anime series (based on the video game of the same name), Scarlet is a new transfer student at Oz Academy. He doesn't get off to a good start, but the teachers seem nice enough. But what strange secrets are hiding at Oz Academy, and why are they at war with the other academies? Episodes (in Japanese, with English subtitles) are available to view online at http://www.crunchyroll.com/ozmafia for free.

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===''The Wizard of Oz'' and ''The Wiz'', throughout the United Kingdom===
'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz'', throughout the United Kingdom.''' Oz is a popular show to perform in the United Kingdom, and there always seems to be a show going on somewhere. For a complete listing of all upcoming productions of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in the United Kingdom, see the listings at [http://www.list.co.uk/events/theatre/what:The%20Wizard%20of%20Oz/sort:date/show:100/ ''The List''], naturally. They also have listings for performances of [http://www.list.co.uk/events/theatre/what:The%20Wiz/sort:date/show:100/ ''The Wiz''].

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===''Emerald City'' television series, NBC.com===
'''''Emerald City'' television series, NBC.com''' The latest Oz TV project has gone through its broadcast run on NBC. But the show's website is still up at http://www.nbc.com/emerald-city. You can still watch episodes online at http://www.nbc.com/emerald-city/episodes, and the show is also streaming on Peacock.

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===''Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz'', Internet Streaming and Cablecast===
'''Now playing: ''Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz'' cartoon series, Internet Streaming.''' This is the latest Oz cartoon series, based (very loosely) on the famous 1939 film version. Dorothy is now a princess of Oz and living in the Emerald City with Queen Ozma. But she's still having adventures! For more information, see the show's website at https://watch.boomerang.com/shows/dorothy-franchise/series/dorothy-series/volume-1. Or, if you have the Boomerang or Cartoon Network cable channels, episodes are now being shown in territories around the world, outside the United States, also have the show, so check your local version of the Cartoon Network, Boomerang, or Max channels or websites.

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===''Lost in Oz'' series, Internet streaming===
'''Now playing: ''Lost in Oz'', Amazon Video streaming.''' This animated series from Amazon tells the story of Dorothy, a modern-day girl, and her dog Toto, who are whisked to Oz when Dorothy opens one of her mother's old journals. To get home, she must find the elements of magic and help restore magic to Oz. Fortunately she has made friends with Ojo the Munchkin and West, a trainee witch, to help her out. To get started, see Amazon's ''Lost in Oz'' website at https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00Z89MYTI! And in November of 2022, [https://www.youtube.com/embed/h4fc1XvdBrk this short was dropped] with news of what's to come.

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===''Dee & Friends in Oz'', Netflix worldwide===
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'''Now playing: ''Dee & Friends in Oz'', Netflix worldwide.''' The streaming service has announced their new shows for 2024, including ''Dee & Friends in Oz'', an animated musical series aimed at preschoolers. Dee is a young girl who discovers a key to the magical land of Oz, where she makes friends and has has adventures where she saves the day. Want a sneak peek? [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oPAZCfmc0mQ&ab_channel=NetflixJr. Here's the first episode!]

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===''Chronicles of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now streaming: The ''Chronicles of Oz'' podcast.''' This audio adaptation of the first three Oz books, each in six episodes, presents ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', ''The Marvellous Land of Oz'', and ''Ozma of Oz'', plus a special episode adapting ''The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus''. Produced by Crossover Adventure Productions out of Australia. All episodes, along with trailers and other materials, can be downloaded at http://chroniclesofoz.com/.

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===''The Royal Podcast of Oz'', the Internet===
'''Now streaming: ''The Royal Podcast of Oz'', podbean.com and other podcasting sites.''' Now running for over a decade, this podcast is devoted to all things Oz, with interviews, reviews, news, and other items of interest to Oz fans of all types. You can listen to or download all editions at https://anchor.fm/the-royal-podcast-of-oz/, or look for it on your favorite podcast site.

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===''Wait Wait…Don't Tell Me'', National Public Radio===
'''Now streaming: ''Wait Wait…Don't Tell Me'' edition of May 11, 2019, npr.org.''' The popular current events quiz show recorded this episode in St. Louis, and got one of the city's most celebrated residents to play "Not My Job". Former Cardinals shortstop and Hall of Fame inductee Ozzie Smith was nicknamed "The Wizard of Oz" in his playing days, so naturally, he gets to answer questions about ''The Wizard of Oz''! You can listen to the entire episode [https://www.npr.org/programs/wait-wait-dont-tell-me/722132214/wait-wait-for-may-11-2019-with-not-my-job-guest-ozzie-smith?showDate=2019-05-11 here], or just Smith's segment [https://www.npr.org/2019/05/11/721853591/not-my-job-we-quiz-baseball-great-ozzie-smith-on-the-wizard-of-oz here].

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===''Hit the Bricks!'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Hit the Bricks!'' podcast, the Internet.''' One hundred years after the events of ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', the Gale farm is abandoned, and a new generation is off to have adventures in Oz. The first act has now dropped, with further episodes to come. For more information, see the show's website at https://hitthebricks.com/, and its Twitter feed at https://twitter.com/HitTheBricksPod/.

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===''The Smallwood Sessions'' podcast, "The Podcast of Oz", the Internet===
'''Now playing: "The Podcast of Oz" episode of ''The Smallwood Sessions'' podcast.''' To celebrate what would have been the 2020 edition of Chittenango's Oz-Stravaganza, this podcast about upstate New York celebrates Oz and creator L. Frank Baum's connections to the area. To listen, go to https://anchor.fm/josh-taylor87/episodes/Episode-22-The-Podcast-of-Oz-ef05f4.

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===''Down the Yellow Brick Pod'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Down the Yellow Brick Pod'' podcast.''' This podcast takes a deep dive into the Oz books, one chapter at a time, and looks at all that they encompass. Available on many podcast sources, including Google Podcasts, and through [https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS8xMTcyMTM4LnJzcw?hl=en this link].

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===''The Wonderful Recap of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''The Wonderful Recap of Oz'' podcast.''' This podcast recaps the Oz books, one per episode. Available Available on many podcast sources, including Google Podcasts, and through [https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy80ZjgyMWIyYy9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw== this link].

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===''No Place Like Home'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''No Place Like Home'' podcast.''' This podcast looks at the Ruby Slippers, how they were stolen in 2005 and found again in 2018, and all the background behind them, the production of The Movie, the life of Judy Garland, and more. Available on most podcasting sites. For more information, the show's website is at https://shows.cadence13.com/podcast/noplacelikehome.

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===''The Lost Princess of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''The Lost Princess of Oz'' podcast.''' A new, original Oz story for kids (of all ages), told in six parts, with songs, and presented by the Delaware Children's Theatre. Although based on Baum's writings, this is not the same story as his novel ''The Lost Princess of Oz''. For more information, or to subscribe, see the show's website at https://www.thelostprincessofozpodcast.com/.

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===''The Wizard of Oz: A Homegrown American Fairy Tale'' radio broadcast, BBC World Service===
'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz: A Homegrown American Fairy Tale'' radio documentary, BBC World Service and online streaming.''' This program looks at the origins and mythology of ''The Wizard of Oz'' and how it came about. It is currently available to listen or download online, anywhere in the world. Check the program's website at https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/w3ct1rl9 to listen to it online, or to download it.

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===To Oz? To Oz! online convention, the Internet===
'''To Oz? To Oz! online convention.''' With so many Oz events having to be cancelled this year because of the COVID-19 pandemic, a bunch of them got together to present some of their events to a worldwide, online audience for free. The live portions of the convention have now ended, but if you go to https://ozis.us/, you can see many prerecorded talks and events.

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===The OzConnection, YouTube===
'''The OzConnection, YouTube.''' OzCon International, the world's longest running ''Wizard of Oz'' convention, now has a YouTube channel at "The OzConnection", which features highlights of earlier cons and new material. The link is at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQU5pEFZZ6n_vXvRalgclSg.

The OzConnection has recently started two shows specifically for their channel. The first is a talk show called "OZ:Connect", which you can find in a playlist at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r-NAe0FKDXk&list=PLVNfENfXbx111GmnLLJFklUVGxPl1zUC-. The other new show is "Crypto-Oz-ology", short stories about all kinds of unusual happenings in Oz, which is in a playlist at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sCoSH97u4ts&list=PLVNfENfXbx11g0DhXikoqyP0dslwHeC1h.

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===Oz Talk, YouTube===
'''''Oz Talk'' panel talk show, YouTube.''' Join five Oz friends as they discuss any and all Oz subjects under the sun. New episodes will drop every two weeks on [https://www.youtube.com/c/TheOfficialOzClub/videos the Official Oz Club's YouTube Channel]. You can find the playlist for ''Oz Talk'' at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VNINbbefPS4&list=PL3OVMLWgINCRfgeWZR8GPJOp11rR73Ssc.

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===''Fifty Years of Oziana'' Readings, Youtube===
'''''Fifty Years of Oziana'' short story readings, YouTube.''' To celebrate fifty years of ''Oziana'', the International Wizard of Oz Club's annual literary magazine, Club members read stories from the last five decades. Many authors have even revisited their own stories. You can see the playlist of all stories [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hm6WXDLg9U8&list=PL3OVMLWgINCQ2a_CDuBggCt7kCYVaS4yD right here].

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===''Rainbow'' movie, Netflix===
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'''Now playing: ''Rainbow'', on Netflix worldwide.''' The first streaming service premieres this new movie, from director Paco León, that uses themes and imagery from ''The Wizard of Oz'' to explore the coming of age of Dora, a young Spanish woman who finds that everything she thought she knew about her life may be wrong. Available in an English dub, or with English subtitles.

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===The Wizard of Oz Experience, Around the World===
'''The Wizard of Oz Experience.''' The interactive outdoors event will be making making another set of appearances around the United States, Canada, and Australia in the spring of 2024. Take a look at https://questoapp.com/ for when it's coming to your town.

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===The Wicked Wizard Afternoon Tea, London, England, United Kingdom===
'''The Wicked Wizard Afternoon Tea, The Franklin Hotel, London, England, United Kingdom.''' Enjoy an Oz-themed tea, inspired by ''The Wizard of Oz'' and ''Wicked'', in the heart of London's Knightsbridge district. Tea is served from noon to 6:00, costs £49 (spirits are extra), and reservations must be made at least twenty-four hours in advance. For more information, including the menu, see [https://collezione.starhotels.com/en/our-hotels/the-franklin-london/restaurants-and-bars/wicked-wizard-at-the-franklin.html?_gl=1*1cfuckg*_up*MQ..*_gs*MQ..*_ga*MzU1MjIzMDI0LjE3NDE1NzY0NjA.*_ga_444Y1N2CEK*MTc0MTU3NjQ1OC4xLjEuMTc0MTU3NjU3NS4wLjAuMTkzNzQwNjk0Nw..*_ga_YXSDGTQ8NB*MTc0MTU3NjQ1OC4xLjEuMTc0MTU3NjU3NS4wLjAuNDIxNjUwMTc1&gclid=Cj0KCQiAlbW-BhCMARIsADnwasphX4BQH4lMNEKBognzeTmjcu96bA-ZlcDfhhU2ouaxc5CgyV41YLMaAjUfEALw_wcB the Franklin's website].

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===''Ruby Red Handed: Stealing America’s Most Famous Pair of Shoes'', Hulu===
'''Now playing: ''Ruby Red Handed: Stealing America’s Most Famous Pair of Shoes'', Hulu Streaming Service.''' This ABC News documentary delves into the 2005 theft of a pair of Ruby Slippers in Minnesota and the subsequent investigation and recovery. Take a look at https://www.hulu.com/series/4dd523b6-cfb6-4d4f-99c8-9febd2e4af68.

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===''The Wizard of Oz'', Las Vegas, Nevada===
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'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz'' at the Sphere, Las Vegas, Nevada.''' See the famous 1939 film version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in a whole new way. This is an immersive reimagining in 16K on a huge screen surrounding the audience. For more information and to buy tickets, go to https://www.thesphere.com/shows/wizard-of-oz-experience.

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===Candlelight: ''The Wizard of Oz'' concerts, around the world===
'''Candlelight: ''The Wizard of OZ'' concerts, around the world.''' In conjunction with Warner Bros., Candlelight is presenting songs from the famous movie version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in venues around the world amidst a sea of flickering candles. For more information, or to locate a concert, see the website at https://candlelightexperience.com/wizard-of-oz-concerts/.

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===The Land of Oz: Beyond the Page Museum Exhibit, Chicago, Illinois===
'''Now through March 15, 2026: The Land of Oz: Beyond the Page Museum Exhibit, Driehaus Museum, Chicago, Illinois.''' This exhibit focuses on design elements of the famous 1939 film adaptation of ''The Wizard of Oz''. Items on display include replicas of the Ruby Slippers and the Cowardly Lion's "Courage" medal, an early draft script, and a prototype for the Flying Monkey's costumes. For more information, see the museum's website at https://driehausmuseum.org/exhibitions.

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===Bloomland in Oz, Burlington, Ontario, Canada===
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'''Now through April 6, 2026: Bloomland in Oz, Royal Botanical Gardens Canada, Burlington, Ontario, Canada.''' The Gardens' 2026 showcase features floral displays and artistic creations, all inspired by the novel ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz''. For more information or to purchase tickets, see the website at https://www.rbg.ca/things-to-do/by-season/special-events/winter-exhibit/. And here's a behind-the-scenes look:
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===Stories of Cinema: Identity exhibit, Los Angeles, California===
'''Now through January 10, 2027: Stories of Cinema: Identity exhibit, Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, Los Angeles, California.''' The Academy Museum has brought its pair of Ruby Slippers back for the public to view. This exhibit also includes costumes and design studies from such movies as ''Flower Drum Song'', ''Dreamgirls'', ''Moulin Rouge!'', ''Amadeus'', ''Ma Raimey's Black Bottom'', ''Barbie'', and ''Wicked''. For more information, see the museum's website at https://www.academymuseum.org/en/exhibitions/stories-of-cinema-identity.

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==March 2026==
===Lorna Luft, Las Vegas, Nevada===
'''March 14-15, 2026: Lorna Luft, The Palazzo Theatre, The Venetian, Las Vegas, Nevada.''' An actor and singer in her own right, Lorna Luft is also Judy Garland's daughter. Join her for an intimate, personal celebration of ''The Wizard of Oz'' and her mother's life and career. For more information or te purchase tickets, see https://www.venetianlasvegas.com/entertainment/lorna-luft.html.

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===An Emerald Evening in Oz, Kansas City, Missouri===
'''March 28, 2026: An Emerald Evening in Oz, The Midland Theatre, Kansas City, Missouri.''' The Kansas City Repertory Theatre's latest fundraiser has a distinctly Ozian touch this year, in celebration of the company's upcoming production of ''The Wizard of Oz''. For more information, including how to reserve a seat or a table, see https://kcrep.org/event/gala/.

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==April 2026==
===''Return to Oz'' 40th Anniversary Screening, San Francisco, California===
'''April 9, 2026: ''Return to Oz'' 40th Anniversary Screening, The Castro Theatre, San Francisco, California.''' The legendary San Francisco theater is opening again after renavations, and part of the program will be a rare theatrical screening of the 1985 Disney movie ''Return to Oz'' to celebrate it's fortieth anniversary (maybe a few months late). The special guest is director Walter Murch, who will discuss the film and answer questions afterwards. For more details, see the show's website at https://thecastro.com/events/movies-for-maniacs-260409/

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===Garmin Marathon in the Land of Oz, Olathe, Kansas===
'''April 26, 2026: Garmin Marathon in the Land of Oz, Olathe, Kansas.''' If you're going to have a 26.2-mile run in Kansas, you may as well give it an Oz theme! For more information and to register, see the race's website at http://ozrun.org/.

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==May 2026==
===''The Wizard of Oz'' play, Kansas City, Missouri===
'''May 5-24, 2026: ''The Wizard of Oz'' play, Kansas City Repertory Theatre, Kansas City, Missouri.''' The company presents the Royal Shakespeare Company's adaptation of the famous musical version of the story, based on the famous movie. For more details or to purchase tickets, see https://kcrep.org/event/the-wizard-of-oz/.

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===Yellow Brick Road Festival, Sedan, Kansas===
'''May 22-23, 2026: Yellow Brick Road Festival, Sedan, Kansas.''' This town in Kansas celebrates ''The Wizard of Oz'' every year. For details, see http://www.lasr.net/travel/city.php?Sedan&Kansas&Yellow+Brick+Road+Festival&City_ID=KS0604019&Event_ID=KS0604019e002&VE=Y or call 620-725-4033.

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===''It's Dorothy'' documentary, Port Jefferson, New York===
'''May 31, 2026: ''It's Dorothy'' documentary, Theatre Three, Port Jefferson, New York.''' Theatre Three and the Por Jefferson Arts Council present a screening of this documentary about the heroine of ''The Wizard of Oz'' and the actresses who have played her. The show starts at 7:30, and tickets are $10. For more information, see the theatre's website at https://theatrethree.com/special_events/dorothy/.

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==June 2026==
===Oz-Stravaganza, Chittenango, New York===
'''June 5-7, 2026: Oz-Stravaganza, Chittenango, New York.''' This village in upstate New York honors its native son, L. Frank Baum, with an annual festival honoring his creation, the Land of Oz. For more information, see the event's website at http://www.oz-stravaganza.com/.

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==August 2026==
===Oz Festival Illinois, Mapleton, Illinois===
'''August (exact date to be announced), 2025: Oz Fest Illinois, Butler Haynes Park, Mapleton, Illinois.'''. For more information, see the event's website at https://www.hollispark.org/oz-fest, or the Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/OzFestIllinois/.

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==September 2026==
===Autumn at Oz Party, Banner Elk, North Carolina===
'''September (exact dates to be announced), 2026: Autumn at Oz Party, Beech Mountain, Banner Elk, North Carolina.''' The Wizard of Oz Park on the mountain may no longer be in regular operation, but it's still there, and Oz and park fans get together once a year for a party. Hurricane Hélène paused the event for 2025, but there's hope for a return in 2026. For more information, check out https://landofoznc.com/.

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===OzFest, Liberal, Kansas===
'''September (exact date to be announced), 2026: OzFest, Liberal, Kansas.''' The home town of the Dorothy's House attraction hosts its annual tribute to Dorothy and Oz. For more information, see [https://www.lasr.net/travel/city.php?Ozfest&TravelTo=KS1019015&VE=Y&Event_ID=KS1019015e002 the city's events page] and [http://visitliberal.com/ the city's website] (and be sure to call 1-800-LIBERAL to confirm event and dates).

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==October 2026==
===Oztoberfest, Wamego, Kansas===
'''October (exact date to be announced), 2026: Oztoberfest, Wamego, Kansas.''' The town not only has an Oz museum, they put on an annual Oz festival. Authors and other special guests will attend, and there's also admission to the museum. For more details, call the Oz museum at 1-866-458-TOTO, or see the event's website at http://oztoberfest.com/.

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==November 2026==
===TeslaCon, Middleton, Wisconsin===
'''November 12-15, 2026: TeslaCon, Marriott of Middleton, Middleton, Wisconsin.''' The country's largest steampunk convention celebrates its sixteenth edition, and this year the theme is Oz. For more information, see the convention's website at https://teslacon.com/.

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==Holiday Season 2026-27==
===''The Wizard of Oz'', holiday cablecasts===
'''''The Wizard of Oz'' holiday cablecasts, TBS and TNT.''' The stations' annual holiday season showings of the famous film version are, generally speaking, around Thanksgiving on TBS and Christmas on TNT. Check your local provider for exact times and channels on your system. Keep checking back for updates.

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===''The Wiz'' holiday telecasts===
'''''The Wiz'' holiday telecasts.''' Channels have holiday time airings of the 1978 film adaptation of ''The Wiz'', starring Diana Ross as Dorothy, Michael Jackson as the Scarecrow, Lena Horne as Glinda, and Richard Pryor as the Wiz. Keep checking back for updates.

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===''If I Only Had Christmas'' television movie, The Hallmark Channel===
'''''If I Only Had Christmas'' television movie, The Hallmark Channel.''' A Hallmark Christmas romance movie, first shown in 2020 and based (extremely loosely) on ''The Wizard of Oz''! Candace Cameron Bure stars as Darcy Gale, a publicist who teams up with Huck, a cynical business owner played by Neil Webb, to help out a charity in need. It airs many times at Christmas, and occasionally at other times throughout the year (check your local television provider for exact time and channel on your system). For more details and a sneak peek behind the scenes, take a look at [https://www.etonline.com/candace-cameron-bure-stars-in-hallmark-channels-if-i-only-had-christmas-first-look-exclusive-154864 the news report on the ''Entertainment Tonight'' website]. And [https://celebratingthesoaps.com/hallmark/hallmark-channel-news-wizard-of-oz-reimagined-candace-cameron-bure-in-if-i-only-had-christmas/ here's another report with another preview]. Finally, [https://www.hallmarkchannel.com/if-i-only-had-christmas here's the movie's page on the channel's website].

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==January 2027==
===Волшебник Изумрудного города, часть II, theaters throughout Russia===
'''January 1, 2027: ''Волшебник Изумрудного города, часть II'', theaters throughout Russia.''' The epic cinematic adaptation of Aleksandr Volkov's version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' comes to Russian theaters. Elli, Totoshka, Strasheela, the Iron Woodman, and the Cowardly Lion have reached the Emerald City. But will they meet the Wizard? What price will he ask from them to grant their wishes? Here's the teaser trailer:
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==June 2027==
===Judy Garland Festival, Grand Rapids, Minnesota===
'''June (exact dates to be announced), 2027: Judy Garland Festival, Judy Garland Museum and environs, Grand Rapids, Minnesota.''' Judy Garland's home town celebrates her in this annual festival (returning after taking 2026 off), with events all over town spread out over several days. For more information, keep an eye on the event's website at https://judygarlandmuseum.com/judy-garland-museum-events/.

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==To Be Determined==
===Wizard of Oz Days, Macon, Missouri===
'''Exact date to be announced: Wizard of Oz Days, Hannibal, Missouri.''' For complete details, see the event's Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/WizardofOzDays.

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<div style="text-align:center;">[http://thewizardofoz.info/index.html "There's no place like the home page."]</div>

OzWiki:Current events

2026-03-10T00:37:45Z

Ericgjovaag: /* Ruby Red Handed: Stealing America’s Most Famous Pair of Shoes, Hulu */

Other Oz events can also be found on [https://www.ozclub.org/calendar/ the International Wizard of Oz Club's online calendar].

Please note that, since I live in the United States and most Oz events take place in the United States, I will identify most event locations by city and state only. Any events taking place in other countries will include the name of the country as well.

==Going on now==
===''Wicked'' play, around the world===
'''Now playing: ''Wicked''.''' This is the award-winning musical based on Gregory Maguire's novel ''Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West''. The book is by Winnie Holzman, the music by Stephen Schwartz, and the show is directed by Joe Mantello. It has done so well, it has spawned the following productions:

* [http://www.gershwintheatre.com/ Gershwin Theater], Broadway, New York City, New York. Tickets may be purchased online at [http://www.ticketmaster.com/venue/24579 ticketmaster.com]. For more details, go to [http://wickedthemusical.com/ wickedthemusical.com]. For a "Behind the Emerald Curtain" tour on Saturday mornings, go to https://wickedthemusical.com/behind-the-emerald-curtain#scrolldown for details.

* The Apollo Victoria Theatre, The West End, London, England, United Kingdom. For more information, including booking tickets, see http://www.wickedthemusical.co.uk/.

* ''Wicked'' is also touring the United States and Canada. For more information and updates about the tour, see https://wickedthemusical.com/tickets/#tour. Here's the current schedule (locations and dates are subject to change):
** Now through March 22, 2026: [https://www.ppacri.org/events/detail/wicked-2 Providence Performing Arts Center], Providence, Rhode Island
** March 25-April 5, 2026: [https://www.broadwayincolumbia.com/upcoming-shows/ Koger Center for the Arts], Columbia, South Carolina
** April 8-19, 2026: [https://www.celebrityattractions.com/shows/10200/WICKED/Little-Rock/2026 Robinson Center], Little Rock, Arkansas
** April 22-May 3, 2026: Juanita K. Hammons Hall, Springfield, Missouri
** May 6-June 14, 2026: [https://dallas.broadway.com/shows/wicked/ Music Hall at Fair Park], Dallas, Texas
** June 17-July 5, 2026: [https://ticketomaha.com/Productions/wicked Orpheum Theater], Omaha, Nebraska
** July 8-August 9, 2026: [https://hennepinarts.org/events/wicked Orpheum Theatre], Minneapolis, Minnesota
** August 12-30, 2026: [https://kansascity.broadway.com/shows/wicked/ Music Hall], Kansas City, Missouri
** September 2-20, 2026: [https://www.desmoinesperformingarts.org/whats-on/events/2025-26/broadway/wicked Des Moines Civic Center], Des Moines, Iowa

* A non-reproduction staging is now running at the Teatr Muzyczny ROMA in Warsaw, Poland. For more information, see https://www.teatrroma.pl/spektakl/wicked/.

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===''The Wiz'' play, national tour===
'''''The Wiz'' play, national tour.''' After its Broadway run, this new staging of the Tony-winning musical adaptation of ''The Wizard of Oz'' heads out on a North American tour. The following dates have been announced:

* Now through March 15, 2026: [https://cincinnati.broadway.com/shows/the-wiz/ Aronhoff Center], Cincinnati, Ohio
* April 21-26, 2026: [https://www.altriatheater.com/events/detail/the-wiz-2025 Altria Center], Richmond, Virginia
* May 5-10, 2026: [https://www.celebrityattractions.com/shows/10194/THE-WIZ/Tulsa/2026 Tulsa Performing Arts Center], Tulsa, Oklahoma
* May 12-17, 2026: [https://austin.broadway.com/shows/the-wiz/ Bass Concert Hall], Austin, Texas
* May 19-24, 2026: [https://www.okcbroadway.com/wiz Civic Center Music Hall], Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
* May 26-31, 2026: [https://americantheatreguild.com/toledo/shows/the-wiz/ Stranahan Theater], Toledo, Ohio

More dates and cities will be coming. For more information, see the show's website at https://wizmusical.com/.

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===''The Wizard of Oz on Ice'' on tour===
'''Now on Tour: ''The Wizard of Oz on Ice''.''' The new, reimagined version of the 1990s ice show returns for another season. The company has announced the following tour dates:
* March 11, 2026: [https://mizzouarts.missouri.edu/university-concert-series-returns-for-118th-season/ Jesse Auditorium, University of Missouri], Columbia, Missouri
* March 14, 2026: [https://www.skokospac.org/ Shokos Performing Arts Center], Alma, Arkansas
* March 15, 2026: [https://www.coppellartscenter.org/events/detail/2026-wizard-of-oz-on-ice Coppell Arts Center], Coppell, Texas
* March 19, 2026: [https://coffeecountyartsalliance.org/product/wizard/ Enterprise High School Performing Arts Center], Enterprise, Alabama
* March 20, 2026: [https://fordcenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Ford Center for the Performing Arts], Oxford, Mississippi
* March 21, 2026: [https://tickets.thegrand.com/Online/mapSelect.asp?doWork::WSmap::loadMap=Load&createBO::WSmap=1&BOparam::WSmap::loadMap::performance_ids=BF23CAB4-BB58-48F2-B25A-98FC0873E482 The Grand 1894 Opera House], Galveston, Texas
* March 22, 2026: [https://ci.ovationtix.com/35987/production/1241069?performanceId=11647305 Temple Theater], Lufkin, Texas
* March 27, 2026: [https://www.moonlightstage.com/shows-tickets Moonlight Amphitheatre], Vista, California
* March 28, 2026: [https://www.ycpac.com/Online/default.asp?BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Avenue_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Acity_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Amonth_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Aobject_type_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Acategory_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_from=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_to=&doWork%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3Asearch=1&BOparam%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3Asearch%3A%3Aarticle_search_id=EE8716B4-0827-4B0D-9ACB-038A148DF966&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_criteria=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_from=2026-3-28&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_to=2026-3-28 Jim and Linda Lee Performing Arts Center], Prescott, Arizona
* March 29, 2026: [https://tickets.haughpac.com/wizard Haugh Performing Arts Center], Glendora, California
* March 30, 2026: [https://higleycenter.org/ Higley Center for the Performing Arts], Gilbert, Arizona
* April 10, 2026: [https://www.sunsetcenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Sunset Cultural Center], Carmel-by-the-Sea, California
* April 11, 2026: [https://www.lpac.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Lancaster Performing Arts Center], Lancaster, California
* April 12, 2026: [https://livermorearts.org/ Livermore Valley Performing Arts Center], Livermore, California
* April 15, 2026: [https://craterian.org/event/the-wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Craterian Theater], Medford, Oregon
* April 16, 2026: [https://columbiatheatre.com/new-events/wizard-of-oz-on-ice Columbia Theatre], Longview, Washington
* April 17, 2026: [https://www.washingtoncenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice-4-17-2026/ Washington Center for the Performing Arts], Olympia, Washington
* April 19, 2026: [https://buttearts.org/ Mother Lode Theatre], Butte, Montana
* April 30, 2026: [https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/41568594/wizard-of-oz-on-ice-pembroke-givens-performing-arts-center?_gl=1*17vkium*_ga*MTg1OTc1NzAyOS4xNzU3MTE1MzQz*_ga_LQFXLBGNDL*czE3NTcxMTUzNDMkbzEkZzEkdDE3NTcxMTUzNzMkajMwJGwwJGgw Givens Performing Arts Center], Pembroke, North Carolina

For more information about the show, see the website at https://wizardofozonice.com/.

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===''Ozmafia'' anime series, on the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Ozmafia'' anime series, crunchyroll.com.''' In this Japanese anime series (based on the video game of the same name), Scarlet is a new transfer student at Oz Academy. He doesn't get off to a good start, but the teachers seem nice enough. But what strange secrets are hiding at Oz Academy, and why are they at war with the other academies? Episodes (in Japanese, with English subtitles) are available to view online at http://www.crunchyroll.com/ozmafia for free.

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===''The Wizard of Oz'' and ''The Wiz'', throughout the United Kingdom===
'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz'', throughout the United Kingdom.''' Oz is a popular show to perform in the United Kingdom, and there always seems to be a show going on somewhere. For a complete listing of all upcoming productions of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in the United Kingdom, see the listings at [http://www.list.co.uk/events/theatre/what:The%20Wizard%20of%20Oz/sort:date/show:100/ ''The List''], naturally. They also have listings for performances of [http://www.list.co.uk/events/theatre/what:The%20Wiz/sort:date/show:100/ ''The Wiz''].

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===''Emerald City'' television series, NBC.com===
'''''Emerald City'' television series, NBC.com''' The latest Oz TV project has gone through its broadcast run on NBC. But the show's website is still up at http://www.nbc.com/emerald-city. You can still watch episodes online at http://www.nbc.com/emerald-city/episodes, and the show is also streaming on Peacock.

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===''Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz'', Internet Streaming and Cablecast===
'''Now playing: ''Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz'' cartoon series, Internet Streaming.''' This is the latest Oz cartoon series, based (very loosely) on the famous 1939 film version. Dorothy is now a princess of Oz and living in the Emerald City with Queen Ozma. But she's still having adventures! For more information, see the show's website at https://watch.boomerang.com/shows/dorothy-franchise/series/dorothy-series/volume-1. Or, if you have the Boomerang or Cartoon Network cable channels, episodes are now being shown in territories around the world, outside the United States, also have the show, so check your local version of the Cartoon Network, Boomerang, or Max channels or websites.

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===''Lost in Oz'' series, Internet streaming===
'''Now playing: ''Lost in Oz'', Amazon Video streaming.''' This animated series from Amazon tells the story of Dorothy, a modern-day girl, and her dog Toto, who are whisked to Oz when Dorothy opens one of her mother's old journals. To get home, she must find the elements of magic and help restore magic to Oz. Fortunately she has made friends with Ojo the Munchkin and West, a trainee witch, to help her out. To get started, see Amazon's ''Lost in Oz'' website at https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00Z89MYTI! And in November of 2022, [https://www.youtube.com/embed/h4fc1XvdBrk this short was dropped] with news of what's to come.

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===''Dee & Friends in Oz'', Netflix worldwide===
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'''Now playing: ''Dee & Friends in Oz'', Netflix worldwide.''' The streaming service has announced their new shows for 2024, including ''Dee & Friends in Oz'', an animated musical series aimed at preschoolers. Dee is a young girl who discovers a key to the magical land of Oz, where she makes friends and has has adventures where she saves the day. Want a sneak peek? [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oPAZCfmc0mQ&ab_channel=NetflixJr. Here's the first episode!]

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===''Chronicles of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now streaming: The ''Chronicles of Oz'' podcast.''' This audio adaptation of the first three Oz books, each in six episodes, presents ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', ''The Marvellous Land of Oz'', and ''Ozma of Oz'', plus a special episode adapting ''The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus''. Produced by Crossover Adventure Productions out of Australia. All episodes, along with trailers and other materials, can be downloaded at http://chroniclesofoz.com/.

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===''The Royal Podcast of Oz'', the Internet===
'''Now streaming: ''The Royal Podcast of Oz'', podbean.com and other podcasting sites.''' Now running for over a decade, this podcast is devoted to all things Oz, with interviews, reviews, news, and other items of interest to Oz fans of all types. You can listen to or download all editions at https://anchor.fm/the-royal-podcast-of-oz/, or look for it on your favorite podcast site.

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===''Wait Wait…Don't Tell Me'', National Public Radio===
'''Now streaming: ''Wait Wait…Don't Tell Me'' edition of May 11, 2019, npr.org.''' The popular current events quiz show recorded this episode in St. Louis, and got one of the city's most celebrated residents to play "Not My Job". Former Cardinals shortstop and Hall of Fame inductee Ozzie Smith was nicknamed "The Wizard of Oz" in his playing days, so naturally, he gets to answer questions about ''The Wizard of Oz''! You can listen to the entire episode [https://www.npr.org/programs/wait-wait-dont-tell-me/722132214/wait-wait-for-may-11-2019-with-not-my-job-guest-ozzie-smith?showDate=2019-05-11 here], or just Smith's segment [https://www.npr.org/2019/05/11/721853591/not-my-job-we-quiz-baseball-great-ozzie-smith-on-the-wizard-of-oz here].

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===''Hit the Bricks!'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Hit the Bricks!'' podcast, the Internet.''' One hundred years after the events of ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', the Gale farm is abandoned, and a new generation is off to have adventures in Oz. The first act has now dropped, with further episodes to come. For more information, see the show's website at https://hitthebricks.com/, and its Twitter feed at https://twitter.com/HitTheBricksPod/.

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===''The Smallwood Sessions'' podcast, "The Podcast of Oz", the Internet===
'''Now playing: "The Podcast of Oz" episode of ''The Smallwood Sessions'' podcast.''' To celebrate what would have been the 2020 edition of Chittenango's Oz-Stravaganza, this podcast about upstate New York celebrates Oz and creator L. Frank Baum's connections to the area. To listen, go to https://anchor.fm/josh-taylor87/episodes/Episode-22-The-Podcast-of-Oz-ef05f4.

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===''Down the Yellow Brick Pod'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Down the Yellow Brick Pod'' podcast.''' This podcast takes a deep dive into the Oz books, one chapter at a time, and looks at all that they encompass. Available on many podcast sources, including Google Podcasts, and through [https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS8xMTcyMTM4LnJzcw?hl=en this link].

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===''The Wonderful Recap of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''The Wonderful Recap of Oz'' podcast.''' This podcast recaps the Oz books, one per episode. Available Available on many podcast sources, including Google Podcasts, and through [https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy80ZjgyMWIyYy9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw== this link].

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===''No Place Like Home'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''No Place Like Home'' podcast.''' This podcast looks at the Ruby Slippers, how they were stolen in 2005 and found again in 2018, and all the background behind them, the production of The Movie, the life of Judy Garland, and more. Available on most podcasting sites. For more information, the show's website is at https://shows.cadence13.com/podcast/noplacelikehome.

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===''The Lost Princess of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''The Lost Princess of Oz'' podcast.''' A new, original Oz story for kids (of all ages), told in six parts, with songs, and presented by the Delaware Children's Theatre. Although based on Baum's writings, this is not the same story as his novel ''The Lost Princess of Oz''. For more information, or to subscribe, see the show's website at https://www.thelostprincessofozpodcast.com/.

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===''The Wizard of Oz: A Homegrown American Fairy Tale'' radio broadcast, BBC World Service===
'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz: A Homegrown American Fairy Tale'' radio documentary, BBC World Service and online streaming.''' This program looks at the origins and mythology of ''The Wizard of Oz'' and how it came about. It is currently available to listen or download online, anywhere in the world. Check the program's website at https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/w3ct1rl9 to listen to it online, or to download it.

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===To Oz? To Oz! online convention, the Internet===
'''To Oz? To Oz! online convention.''' With so many Oz events having to be cancelled this year because of the COVID-19 pandemic, a bunch of them got together to present some of their events to a worldwide, online audience for free. The live portions of the convention have now ended, but if you go to https://ozis.us/, you can see many prerecorded talks and events.

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===The OzConnection, YouTube===
'''The OzConnection, YouTube.''' OzCon International, the world's longest running ''Wizard of Oz'' convention, now has a YouTube channel at "The OzConnection", which features highlights of earlier cons and new material. The link is at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQU5pEFZZ6n_vXvRalgclSg.

The OzConnection has recently started two shows specifically for their channel. The first is a talk show called "OZ:Connect", which you can find in a playlist at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r-NAe0FKDXk&list=PLVNfENfXbx111GmnLLJFklUVGxPl1zUC-. The other new show is "Crypto-Oz-ology", short stories about all kinds of unusual happenings in Oz, which is in a playlist at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sCoSH97u4ts&list=PLVNfENfXbx11g0DhXikoqyP0dslwHeC1h.

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===Oz Talk, YouTube===
'''''Oz Talk'' panel talk show, YouTube.''' Join five Oz friends as they discuss any and all Oz subjects under the sun. New episodes will drop every two weeks on [https://www.youtube.com/c/TheOfficialOzClub/videos the Official Oz Club's YouTube Channel]. You can find the playlist for ''Oz Talk'' at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VNINbbefPS4&list=PL3OVMLWgINCRfgeWZR8GPJOp11rR73Ssc.

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===''Fifty Years of Oziana'' Readings, Youtube===
'''''Fifty Years of Oziana'' short story readings, YouTube.''' To celebrate fifty years of ''Oziana'', the International Wizard of Oz Club's annual literary magazine, Club members read stories from the last five decades. Many authors have even revisited their own stories. You can see the playlist of all stories [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hm6WXDLg9U8&list=PL3OVMLWgINCQ2a_CDuBggCt7kCYVaS4yD right here].

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===''Rainbow'' movie, Netflix===
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'''Now playing: ''Rainbow'', on Netflix worldwide.''' The first streaming service premieres this new movie, from director Paco León, that uses themes and imagery from ''The Wizard of Oz'' to explore the coming of age of Dora, a young Spanish woman who finds that everything she thought she knew about her life may be wrong. Available in an English dub, or with English subtitles.

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===The Wizard of Oz Experience, Around the World===
'''The Wizard of Oz Experience.''' The interactive outdoors event will be making making another set of appearances around the United States, Canada, and Australia in the spring of 2024. Take a look at https://questoapp.com/ for when it's coming to your town.

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===The Wicked Wizard Afternoon Tea, London, England, United Kingdom===
'''The Wicked Wizard Afternoon Tea, The Franklin Hotel, London, England, United Kingdom.''' Enjoy an Oz-themed tea, inspired by ''The Wizard of Oz'' and ''Wicked'', in the heart of London's Knightsbridge district. Tea is served from noon to 6:00, costs £49 (spirits are extra), and reservations must be made at least twenty-four hours in advance. For more information, including the menu, see [https://collezione.starhotels.com/en/our-hotels/the-franklin-london/restaurants-and-bars/wicked-wizard-at-the-franklin.html?_gl=1*1cfuckg*_up*MQ..*_gs*MQ..*_ga*MzU1MjIzMDI0LjE3NDE1NzY0NjA.*_ga_444Y1N2CEK*MTc0MTU3NjQ1OC4xLjEuMTc0MTU3NjU3NS4wLjAuMTkzNzQwNjk0Nw..*_ga_YXSDGTQ8NB*MTc0MTU3NjQ1OC4xLjEuMTc0MTU3NjU3NS4wLjAuNDIxNjUwMTc1&gclid=Cj0KCQiAlbW-BhCMARIsADnwasphX4BQH4lMNEKBognzeTmjcu96bA-ZlcDfhhU2ouaxc5CgyV41YLMaAjUfEALw_wcB the Franklin's website].

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===''Ruby Red Handed: Stealing America’s Most Famous Pair of Shoes'', Hulu===
'''Now playing: ''Ruby Red Handed: Stealing America’s Most Famous Pair of Shoes'', Hulu Streaming Service.''' This ABC News documentary delves into the 2005 theft of a pair of Ruby Slippers in Minnesota and the subsequent investigation and recovery. Take a look at https://www.hulu.com/series/4dd523b6-cfb6-4d4f-99c8-9febd2e4af68.

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===''The Wizard of Oz'', Las Vegas, Nevada===
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'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz'' at the Sphere, Las Vegas, Nevada.''' See the famous 1939 film version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in a whole new way. This is an immersive reimagining in 16K on a huge screen surrounding the audience. For more information and to buy tickets, go to https://www.thesphere.com/shows/wizard-of-oz-experience.

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===Candlelight: ''The Wizard of Oz'' concerts, around the world===
'''Candlelight: ''The Wizard of OZ'' concerts, around the world.''' In conjunction with Warner Bros., Candlelight is presenting songs from the famous movie version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in venues around the world amidst a sea of flickering candles. For more information, or to locate a concert, see the website at https://candlelightexperience.com/wizard-of-oz-concerts/.

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===The Land of Oz: Beyond the Page Museum Exhibit, Chicago, Illinois===
'''Now through March 15, 2026: The Land of Oz: Beyond the Page Museum Exhibit, Driehaus Museum, Chicago, Illinois.''' This exhibit focuses on design elements of the famous 1939 film adaptation of ''The Wizard of Oz''. Items on display include replicas of the Ruby Slippers and the Cowardly Lion's "Courage" medal, an early draft script, and a prototype for the Flying Monkey's costumes. For more information, see the museum's website at https://driehausmuseum.org/exhibitions.

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===Bloomland in Oz, Burlington, Ontario, Canada===
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'''Now through April 6, 2026: Bloomland in Oz, Royal Botanical Gardens Canada, Burlington, Ontario, Canada.''' The Gardens' 2026 showcase features floral displays and artistic creations, all inspired by the novel ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz''. For more information or to purchase tickets, see the website at https://www.rbg.ca/things-to-do/by-season/special-events/winter-exhibit/. And here's a behind-the-scenes look:
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===Stories of Cinema: Identity exhibit, Los Angeles, California===
'''Now through January 10, 2027: Stories of Cinema: Identity exhibit, Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, Los Angeles, California.''' The Academy Museum has brought its pair of Ruby Slippers back for the public to view. This exhibit also includes costumes and design studies from such movies as ''Flower Drum Song'', ''Dreamgirls'', ''Moulin Rouge!'', ''Amadeus'', ''Ma Raimey's Black Bottom'', ''Barbie'', and ''Wicked''. For more information, see the museum's website at https://www.academymuseum.org/en/exhibitions/stories-of-cinema-identity.

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==March 2026==
===Lorna Luft, Las Vegas, Nevada===
'''March 14-15, 2026: Lorna Luft, The Palazzo Theatre, The Venetian, Las Vegas, Nevada.''' An actor and singer in her own right, Lorna Luft is also Judy Garland's daughter. Join her for an intimate, personal celebration of ''The Wizard of Oz'' and her mother's life and career. For more information or te purchase tickets, see https://www.venetianlasvegas.com/entertainment/lorna-luft.html.

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===An Emerald Evening in Oz, Kansas City, Missouri===
'''March 28, 2026: An Emerald Evening in Oz, The Midland Theatre, Kansas City, Missouri.''' The Kansas City Repertory Theatre's latest fundraiser has a distinctly Ozian touch this year, in celebration of the company's upcoming production of ''The Wizard of Oz''. For more information, including how to reserve a seat or a table, see https://kcrep.org/event/gala/.

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==April 2026==
===''Return to Oz'' 40th Anniversary Screening, San Francisco, California===
'''April 9, 2026: ''Return to Oz'' 40th Anniversary Screening, The Castro Theatre, San Francisco, California.''' The legendary San Francisco theater is opening again after renavations, and part of the program will be a rare theatrical screening of the 1985 Disney movie ''Return to Oz'' to celebrate it's fortieth anniversary (maybe a few months late). The special guest is director Walter Murch, who will discuss the film and answer questions afterwards. For more details, see the show's website at https://thecastro.com/events/movies-for-maniacs-260409/

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===Garmin Marathon in the Land of Oz, Olathe, Kansas===
'''April 26, 2026: Garmin Marathon in the Land of Oz, Olathe, Kansas.''' If you're going to have a 26.2-mile run in Kansas, you may as well give it an Oz theme! For more information and to register, see the race's website at http://ozrun.org/.

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==May 2026==
===''The Wizard of Oz'' play, Kansas City, Missouri===
'''May 5-24, 2026: ''The Wizard of Oz'' play, Kansas City Repertory Theatre, Kansas City, Missouri.''' The company presents the Royal Shakespeare Company's adaptation of the famous musical version of the story, based on the famous movie. For more details or to purchase tickets, see https://kcrep.org/event/the-wizard-of-oz/.

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===Yellow Brick Road Festival, Sedan, Kansas===
'''May 22-23, 2026: Yellow Brick Road Festival, Sedan, Kansas.''' This town in Kansas celebrates ''The Wizard of Oz'' every year. For details, see http://www.lasr.net/travel/city.php?Sedan&Kansas&Yellow+Brick+Road+Festival&City_ID=KS0604019&Event_ID=KS0604019e002&VE=Y or call 620-725-4033.

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===''It's Dorothy'' documentary, Port Jefferson, New York===
'''May 31, 2026: ''It's Dorothy'' documentary, Theatre Three, Port Jefferson, New York.''' Theatre Three and the Por Jefferson Arts Council present a screening of this documentary about the heroine of ''The Wizard of Oz'' and the actresses who have played her. The show starts at 7:30, and tickets are $10. For more information, see the theatre's website at https://theatrethree.com/special_events/dorothy/.

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==June 2026==
===Oz-Stravaganza, Chittenango, New York===
'''June 5-7, 2026: Oz-Stravaganza, Chittenango, New York.''' This village in upstate New York honors its native son, L. Frank Baum, with an annual festival honoring his creation, the Land of Oz. For more information, see the event's website at http://www.oz-stravaganza.com/.

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==August 2026==
===Oz Festival Illinois, Mapleton, Illinois===
'''August (exact date to be announced), 2025: Oz Fest Illinois, Butler Haynes Park, Mapleton, Illinois.'''. For more information, see the event's website at https://www.hollispark.org/oz-fest, or the Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/OzFestIllinois/.

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==September 2026==
===Autumn at Oz Party, Banner Elk, North Carolina===
'''September (exact dates to be announced), 2026: Autumn at Oz Party, Beech Mountain, Banner Elk, North Carolina.''' The Wizard of Oz Park on the mountain may no longer be in regular operation, but it's still there, and Oz and park fans get together once a year for a party. Hurricane Hélène paused the event for 2025, but there's hope for a return in 2026. For more information, check out https://landofoznc.com/.

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===OzFest, Liberal, Kansas===
'''September (exact date to be announced), 2026: OzFest, Liberal, Kansas.''' The home town of the Dorothy's House attraction hosts its annual tribute to Dorothy and Oz. For more information, see [https://www.lasr.net/travel/city.php?Ozfest&TravelTo=KS1019015&VE=Y&Event_ID=KS1019015e002 the city's events page] and [http://visitliberal.com/ the city's website] (and be sure to call 1-800-LIBERAL to confirm event and dates).

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==October 2026==
===Oztoberfest, Wamego, Kansas===
'''October (exact date to be announced), 2026: Oztoberfest, Wamego, Kansas.''' The town not only has an Oz museum, they put on an annual Oz festival. Authors and other special guests will attend, and there's also admission to the museum. For more details, call the Oz museum at 1-866-458-TOTO, or see the event's website at http://oztoberfest.com/.

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==November 2026==
===TeslaCon, Middleton, Wisconsin===
'''November 12-15, 2026: TeslaCon, Marriott of Middleton, Middleton, Wisconsin.''' The country's largest steampunk convention celebrates its sixteenth edition, and this year the theme is Oz. For more information, see the convention's website at https://teslacon.com/.

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==Holiday Season 2026-27==
===''The Wizard of Oz'', holiday cablecasts===
'''''The Wizard of Oz'' holiday cablecasts, TBS and TNT.''' The stations' annual holiday season showings of the famous film version are, generally speaking, around Thanksgiving on TBS and Christmas on TNT. Check your local provider for exact times and channels on your system. Keep checking back for updates.

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===''The Wiz'' holiday telecasts===
'''''The Wiz'' holiday telecasts.''' Channels have holiday time airings of the 1978 film adaptation of ''The Wiz'', starring Diana Ross as Dorothy, Michael Jackson as the Scarecrow, Lena Horne as Glinda, and Richard Pryor as the Wiz. Keep checking back for updates.

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===''If I Only Had Christmas'' television movie, The Hallmark Channel===
'''''If I Only Had Christmas'' television movie, The Hallmark Channel.''' A Hallmark Christmas romance movie, first shown in 2020 and based (extremely loosely) on ''The Wizard of Oz''! Candace Cameron Bure stars as Darcy Gale, a publicist who teams up with Huck, a cynical business owner played by Neil Webb, to help out a charity in need. It airs many times at Christmas, and occasionally at other times throughout the year (check your local television provider for exact time and channel on your system). For more details and a sneak peek behind the scenes, take a look at [https://www.etonline.com/candace-cameron-bure-stars-in-hallmark-channels-if-i-only-had-christmas-first-look-exclusive-154864 the news report on the ''Entertainment Tonight'' website]. And [https://celebratingthesoaps.com/hallmark/hallmark-channel-news-wizard-of-oz-reimagined-candace-cameron-bure-in-if-i-only-had-christmas/ here's another report with another preview]. Finally, [https://www.hallmarkchannel.com/if-i-only-had-christmas here's the movie's page on the channel's website].

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==January 2027==
===Волшебник Изумрудного города, часть II, theaters throughout Russia===
'''January 1, 2027: ''Волшебник Изумрудного города, часть II'', theaters throughout Russia.''' The epic cinematic adaptation of Aleksandr Volkov's version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' comes to Russian theaters. Elli, Totoshka, Strasheela, the Iron Woodman, and the Cowardly Lion have reached the Emerald City. But will they meet the Wizard? What price will he ask from them to grant their wishes? Here's the teaser trailer:
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==June 2027==
===Judy Garland Festival, Grand Rapids, Minnesota===
'''June (exact dates to be announced), 2027: Judy Garland Festival, Judy Garland Museum and environs, Grand Rapids, Minnesota.''' Judy Garland's home town celebrates her in this annual festival (returning after taking 2026 off), with events all over town spread out over several days. For more information, keep an eye on the event's website at https://judygarlandmuseum.com/judy-garland-museum-events/.

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==To Be Determined==
===Wizard of Oz Days, Macon, Missouri===
'''Exact date to be announced: Wizard of Oz Days, Hannibal, Missouri.''' For complete details, see the event's Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/WizardofOzDays.

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OzWiki:Current events

2026-03-10T00:31:13Z

Ericgjovaag: /* May/June 2026 */

Other Oz events can also be found on [https://www.ozclub.org/calendar/ the International Wizard of Oz Club's online calendar].

Please note that, since I live in the United States and most Oz events take place in the United States, I will identify most event locations by city and state only. Any events taking place in other countries will include the name of the country as well.

==Going on now==
===''Wicked'' play, around the world===
'''Now playing: ''Wicked''.''' This is the award-winning musical based on Gregory Maguire's novel ''Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West''. The book is by Winnie Holzman, the music by Stephen Schwartz, and the show is directed by Joe Mantello. It has done so well, it has spawned the following productions:

* [http://www.gershwintheatre.com/ Gershwin Theater], Broadway, New York City, New York. Tickets may be purchased online at [http://www.ticketmaster.com/venue/24579 ticketmaster.com]. For more details, go to [http://wickedthemusical.com/ wickedthemusical.com]. For a "Behind the Emerald Curtain" tour on Saturday mornings, go to https://wickedthemusical.com/behind-the-emerald-curtain#scrolldown for details.

* The Apollo Victoria Theatre, The West End, London, England, United Kingdom. For more information, including booking tickets, see http://www.wickedthemusical.co.uk/.

* ''Wicked'' is also touring the United States and Canada. For more information and updates about the tour, see https://wickedthemusical.com/tickets/#tour. Here's the current schedule (locations and dates are subject to change):
** Now through March 22, 2026: [https://www.ppacri.org/events/detail/wicked-2 Providence Performing Arts Center], Providence, Rhode Island
** March 25-April 5, 2026: [https://www.broadwayincolumbia.com/upcoming-shows/ Koger Center for the Arts], Columbia, South Carolina
** April 8-19, 2026: [https://www.celebrityattractions.com/shows/10200/WICKED/Little-Rock/2026 Robinson Center], Little Rock, Arkansas
** April 22-May 3, 2026: Juanita K. Hammons Hall, Springfield, Missouri
** May 6-June 14, 2026: [https://dallas.broadway.com/shows/wicked/ Music Hall at Fair Park], Dallas, Texas
** June 17-July 5, 2026: [https://ticketomaha.com/Productions/wicked Orpheum Theater], Omaha, Nebraska
** July 8-August 9, 2026: [https://hennepinarts.org/events/wicked Orpheum Theatre], Minneapolis, Minnesota
** August 12-30, 2026: [https://kansascity.broadway.com/shows/wicked/ Music Hall], Kansas City, Missouri
** September 2-20, 2026: [https://www.desmoinesperformingarts.org/whats-on/events/2025-26/broadway/wicked Des Moines Civic Center], Des Moines, Iowa

* A non-reproduction staging is now running at the Teatr Muzyczny ROMA in Warsaw, Poland. For more information, see https://www.teatrroma.pl/spektakl/wicked/.

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===''The Wiz'' play, national tour===
'''''The Wiz'' play, national tour.''' After its Broadway run, this new staging of the Tony-winning musical adaptation of ''The Wizard of Oz'' heads out on a North American tour. The following dates have been announced:

* Now through March 15, 2026: [https://cincinnati.broadway.com/shows/the-wiz/ Aronhoff Center], Cincinnati, Ohio
* April 21-26, 2026: [https://www.altriatheater.com/events/detail/the-wiz-2025 Altria Center], Richmond, Virginia
* May 5-10, 2026: [https://www.celebrityattractions.com/shows/10194/THE-WIZ/Tulsa/2026 Tulsa Performing Arts Center], Tulsa, Oklahoma
* May 12-17, 2026: [https://austin.broadway.com/shows/the-wiz/ Bass Concert Hall], Austin, Texas
* May 19-24, 2026: [https://www.okcbroadway.com/wiz Civic Center Music Hall], Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
* May 26-31, 2026: [https://americantheatreguild.com/toledo/shows/the-wiz/ Stranahan Theater], Toledo, Ohio

More dates and cities will be coming. For more information, see the show's website at https://wizmusical.com/.

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===''The Wizard of Oz on Ice'' on tour===
'''Now on Tour: ''The Wizard of Oz on Ice''.''' The new, reimagined version of the 1990s ice show returns for another season. The company has announced the following tour dates:
* March 11, 2026: [https://mizzouarts.missouri.edu/university-concert-series-returns-for-118th-season/ Jesse Auditorium, University of Missouri], Columbia, Missouri
* March 14, 2026: [https://www.skokospac.org/ Shokos Performing Arts Center], Alma, Arkansas
* March 15, 2026: [https://www.coppellartscenter.org/events/detail/2026-wizard-of-oz-on-ice Coppell Arts Center], Coppell, Texas
* March 19, 2026: [https://coffeecountyartsalliance.org/product/wizard/ Enterprise High School Performing Arts Center], Enterprise, Alabama
* March 20, 2026: [https://fordcenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Ford Center for the Performing Arts], Oxford, Mississippi
* March 21, 2026: [https://tickets.thegrand.com/Online/mapSelect.asp?doWork::WSmap::loadMap=Load&createBO::WSmap=1&BOparam::WSmap::loadMap::performance_ids=BF23CAB4-BB58-48F2-B25A-98FC0873E482 The Grand 1894 Opera House], Galveston, Texas
* March 22, 2026: [https://ci.ovationtix.com/35987/production/1241069?performanceId=11647305 Temple Theater], Lufkin, Texas
* March 27, 2026: [https://www.moonlightstage.com/shows-tickets Moonlight Amphitheatre], Vista, California
* March 28, 2026: [https://www.ycpac.com/Online/default.asp?BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Avenue_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Acity_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Amonth_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Aobject_type_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Acategory_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_from=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_to=&doWork%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3Asearch=1&BOparam%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3Asearch%3A%3Aarticle_search_id=EE8716B4-0827-4B0D-9ACB-038A148DF966&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_criteria=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_from=2026-3-28&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_to=2026-3-28 Jim and Linda Lee Performing Arts Center], Prescott, Arizona
* March 29, 2026: [https://tickets.haughpac.com/wizard Haugh Performing Arts Center], Glendora, California
* March 30, 2026: [https://higleycenter.org/ Higley Center for the Performing Arts], Gilbert, Arizona
* April 10, 2026: [https://www.sunsetcenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Sunset Cultural Center], Carmel-by-the-Sea, California
* April 11, 2026: [https://www.lpac.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Lancaster Performing Arts Center], Lancaster, California
* April 12, 2026: [https://livermorearts.org/ Livermore Valley Performing Arts Center], Livermore, California
* April 15, 2026: [https://craterian.org/event/the-wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Craterian Theater], Medford, Oregon
* April 16, 2026: [https://columbiatheatre.com/new-events/wizard-of-oz-on-ice Columbia Theatre], Longview, Washington
* April 17, 2026: [https://www.washingtoncenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice-4-17-2026/ Washington Center for the Performing Arts], Olympia, Washington
* April 19, 2026: [https://buttearts.org/ Mother Lode Theatre], Butte, Montana
* April 30, 2026: [https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/41568594/wizard-of-oz-on-ice-pembroke-givens-performing-arts-center?_gl=1*17vkium*_ga*MTg1OTc1NzAyOS4xNzU3MTE1MzQz*_ga_LQFXLBGNDL*czE3NTcxMTUzNDMkbzEkZzEkdDE3NTcxMTUzNzMkajMwJGwwJGgw Givens Performing Arts Center], Pembroke, North Carolina

For more information about the show, see the website at https://wizardofozonice.com/.

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===''Ozmafia'' anime series, on the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Ozmafia'' anime series, crunchyroll.com.''' In this Japanese anime series (based on the video game of the same name), Scarlet is a new transfer student at Oz Academy. He doesn't get off to a good start, but the teachers seem nice enough. But what strange secrets are hiding at Oz Academy, and why are they at war with the other academies? Episodes (in Japanese, with English subtitles) are available to view online at http://www.crunchyroll.com/ozmafia for free.

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===''The Wizard of Oz'' and ''The Wiz'', throughout the United Kingdom===
'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz'', throughout the United Kingdom.''' Oz is a popular show to perform in the United Kingdom, and there always seems to be a show going on somewhere. For a complete listing of all upcoming productions of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in the United Kingdom, see the listings at [http://www.list.co.uk/events/theatre/what:The%20Wizard%20of%20Oz/sort:date/show:100/ ''The List''], naturally. They also have listings for performances of [http://www.list.co.uk/events/theatre/what:The%20Wiz/sort:date/show:100/ ''The Wiz''].

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===''Emerald City'' television series, NBC.com===
'''''Emerald City'' television series, NBC.com''' The latest Oz TV project has gone through its broadcast run on NBC. But the show's website is still up at http://www.nbc.com/emerald-city. You can still watch episodes online at http://www.nbc.com/emerald-city/episodes, and the show is also streaming on Peacock.

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===''Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz'', Internet Streaming and Cablecast===
'''Now playing: ''Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz'' cartoon series, Internet Streaming.''' This is the latest Oz cartoon series, based (very loosely) on the famous 1939 film version. Dorothy is now a princess of Oz and living in the Emerald City with Queen Ozma. But she's still having adventures! For more information, see the show's website at https://watch.boomerang.com/shows/dorothy-franchise/series/dorothy-series/volume-1. Or, if you have the Boomerang or Cartoon Network cable channels, episodes are now being shown in territories around the world, outside the United States, also have the show, so check your local version of the Cartoon Network, Boomerang, or Max channels or websites.

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===''Lost in Oz'' series, Internet streaming===
'''Now playing: ''Lost in Oz'', Amazon Video streaming.''' This animated series from Amazon tells the story of Dorothy, a modern-day girl, and her dog Toto, who are whisked to Oz when Dorothy opens one of her mother's old journals. To get home, she must find the elements of magic and help restore magic to Oz. Fortunately she has made friends with Ojo the Munchkin and West, a trainee witch, to help her out. To get started, see Amazon's ''Lost in Oz'' website at https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00Z89MYTI! And in November of 2022, [https://www.youtube.com/embed/h4fc1XvdBrk this short was dropped] with news of what's to come.

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===''Dee & Friends in Oz'', Netflix worldwide===
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'''Now playing: ''Dee & Friends in Oz'', Netflix worldwide.''' The streaming service has announced their new shows for 2024, including ''Dee & Friends in Oz'', an animated musical series aimed at preschoolers. Dee is a young girl who discovers a key to the magical land of Oz, where she makes friends and has has adventures where she saves the day. Want a sneak peek? [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oPAZCfmc0mQ&ab_channel=NetflixJr. Here's the first episode!]

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===''Chronicles of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now streaming: The ''Chronicles of Oz'' podcast.''' This audio adaptation of the first three Oz books, each in six episodes, presents ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', ''The Marvellous Land of Oz'', and ''Ozma of Oz'', plus a special episode adapting ''The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus''. Produced by Crossover Adventure Productions out of Australia. All episodes, along with trailers and other materials, can be downloaded at http://chroniclesofoz.com/.

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===''The Royal Podcast of Oz'', the Internet===
'''Now streaming: ''The Royal Podcast of Oz'', podbean.com and other podcasting sites.''' Now running for over a decade, this podcast is devoted to all things Oz, with interviews, reviews, news, and other items of interest to Oz fans of all types. You can listen to or download all editions at https://anchor.fm/the-royal-podcast-of-oz/, or look for it on your favorite podcast site.

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===''Wait Wait…Don't Tell Me'', National Public Radio===
'''Now streaming: ''Wait Wait…Don't Tell Me'' edition of May 11, 2019, npr.org.''' The popular current events quiz show recorded this episode in St. Louis, and got one of the city's most celebrated residents to play "Not My Job". Former Cardinals shortstop and Hall of Fame inductee Ozzie Smith was nicknamed "The Wizard of Oz" in his playing days, so naturally, he gets to answer questions about ''The Wizard of Oz''! You can listen to the entire episode [https://www.npr.org/programs/wait-wait-dont-tell-me/722132214/wait-wait-for-may-11-2019-with-not-my-job-guest-ozzie-smith?showDate=2019-05-11 here], or just Smith's segment [https://www.npr.org/2019/05/11/721853591/not-my-job-we-quiz-baseball-great-ozzie-smith-on-the-wizard-of-oz here].

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===''Hit the Bricks!'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Hit the Bricks!'' podcast, the Internet.''' One hundred years after the events of ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', the Gale farm is abandoned, and a new generation is off to have adventures in Oz. The first act has now dropped, with further episodes to come. For more information, see the show's website at https://hitthebricks.com/, and its Twitter feed at https://twitter.com/HitTheBricksPod/.

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===''The Smallwood Sessions'' podcast, "The Podcast of Oz", the Internet===
'''Now playing: "The Podcast of Oz" episode of ''The Smallwood Sessions'' podcast.''' To celebrate what would have been the 2020 edition of Chittenango's Oz-Stravaganza, this podcast about upstate New York celebrates Oz and creator L. Frank Baum's connections to the area. To listen, go to https://anchor.fm/josh-taylor87/episodes/Episode-22-The-Podcast-of-Oz-ef05f4.

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===''Down the Yellow Brick Pod'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Down the Yellow Brick Pod'' podcast.''' This podcast takes a deep dive into the Oz books, one chapter at a time, and looks at all that they encompass. Available on many podcast sources, including Google Podcasts, and through [https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS8xMTcyMTM4LnJzcw?hl=en this link].

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===''The Wonderful Recap of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''The Wonderful Recap of Oz'' podcast.''' This podcast recaps the Oz books, one per episode. Available Available on many podcast sources, including Google Podcasts, and through [https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy80ZjgyMWIyYy9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw== this link].

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===''No Place Like Home'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''No Place Like Home'' podcast.''' This podcast looks at the Ruby Slippers, how they were stolen in 2005 and found again in 2018, and all the background behind them, the production of The Movie, the life of Judy Garland, and more. Available on most podcasting sites. For more information, the show's website is at https://shows.cadence13.com/podcast/noplacelikehome.

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===''The Lost Princess of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''The Lost Princess of Oz'' podcast.''' A new, original Oz story for kids (of all ages), told in six parts, with songs, and presented by the Delaware Children's Theatre. Although based on Baum's writings, this is not the same story as his novel ''The Lost Princess of Oz''. For more information, or to subscribe, see the show's website at https://www.thelostprincessofozpodcast.com/.

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===''The Wizard of Oz: A Homegrown American Fairy Tale'' radio broadcast, BBC World Service===
'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz: A Homegrown American Fairy Tale'' radio documentary, BBC World Service and online streaming.''' This program looks at the origins and mythology of ''The Wizard of Oz'' and how it came about. It is currently available to listen or download online, anywhere in the world. Check the program's website at https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/w3ct1rl9 to listen to it online, or to download it.

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===To Oz? To Oz! online convention, the Internet===
'''To Oz? To Oz! online convention.''' With so many Oz events having to be cancelled this year because of the COVID-19 pandemic, a bunch of them got together to present some of their events to a worldwide, online audience for free. The live portions of the convention have now ended, but if you go to https://ozis.us/, you can see many prerecorded talks and events.

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===The OzConnection, YouTube===
'''The OzConnection, YouTube.''' OzCon International, the world's longest running ''Wizard of Oz'' convention, now has a YouTube channel at "The OzConnection", which features highlights of earlier cons and new material. The link is at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQU5pEFZZ6n_vXvRalgclSg.

The OzConnection has recently started two shows specifically for their channel. The first is a talk show called "OZ:Connect", which you can find in a playlist at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r-NAe0FKDXk&list=PLVNfENfXbx111GmnLLJFklUVGxPl1zUC-. The other new show is "Crypto-Oz-ology", short stories about all kinds of unusual happenings in Oz, which is in a playlist at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sCoSH97u4ts&list=PLVNfENfXbx11g0DhXikoqyP0dslwHeC1h.

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===Oz Talk, YouTube===
'''''Oz Talk'' panel talk show, YouTube.''' Join five Oz friends as they discuss any and all Oz subjects under the sun. New episodes will drop every two weeks on [https://www.youtube.com/c/TheOfficialOzClub/videos the Official Oz Club's YouTube Channel]. You can find the playlist for ''Oz Talk'' at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VNINbbefPS4&list=PL3OVMLWgINCRfgeWZR8GPJOp11rR73Ssc.

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===''Fifty Years of Oziana'' Readings, Youtube===
'''''Fifty Years of Oziana'' short story readings, YouTube.''' To celebrate fifty years of ''Oziana'', the International Wizard of Oz Club's annual literary magazine, Club members read stories from the last five decades. Many authors have even revisited their own stories. You can see the playlist of all stories [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hm6WXDLg9U8&list=PL3OVMLWgINCQ2a_CDuBggCt7kCYVaS4yD right here].

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===''Rainbow'' movie, Netflix===
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'''Now playing: ''Rainbow'', on Netflix worldwide.''' The first streaming service premieres this new movie, from director Paco León, that uses themes and imagery from ''The Wizard of Oz'' to explore the coming of age of Dora, a young Spanish woman who finds that everything she thought she knew about her life may be wrong. Available in an English dub, or with English subtitles.

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===The Wizard of Oz Experience, Around the World===
'''The Wizard of Oz Experience.''' The interactive outdoors event will be making making another set of appearances around the United States, Canada, and Australia in the spring of 2024. Take a look at https://questoapp.com/ for when it's coming to your town.

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===The Wicked Wizard Afternoon Tea, London, England, United Kingdom===
'''The Wicked Wizard Afternoon Tea, The Franklin Hotel, London, England, United Kingdom.''' Enjoy an Oz-themed tea, inspired by ''The Wizard of Oz'' and ''Wicked'', in the heart of London's Knightsbridge district. Tea is served from noon to 6:00, costs £49 (spirits are extra), and reservations must be made at least twenty-four hours in advance. For more information, including the menu, see [https://collezione.starhotels.com/en/our-hotels/the-franklin-london/restaurants-and-bars/wicked-wizard-at-the-franklin.html?_gl=1*1cfuckg*_up*MQ..*_gs*MQ..*_ga*MzU1MjIzMDI0LjE3NDE1NzY0NjA.*_ga_444Y1N2CEK*MTc0MTU3NjQ1OC4xLjEuMTc0MTU3NjU3NS4wLjAuMTkzNzQwNjk0Nw..*_ga_YXSDGTQ8NB*MTc0MTU3NjQ1OC4xLjEuMTc0MTU3NjU3NS4wLjAuNDIxNjUwMTc1&gclid=Cj0KCQiAlbW-BhCMARIsADnwasphX4BQH4lMNEKBognzeTmjcu96bA-ZlcDfhhU2ouaxc5CgyV41YLMaAjUfEALw_wcB the Franklin's website].

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===''Ruby Red Handed: Stealing America’s Most Famous Pair of Shoes'', Hulu===
'''Now playing: ''Ruby Red Handed: Stealing America’s Most Famous Pair of Shoes'', Hulu Streaming Service.''' This ABC News documentary delves into the 2005 theft of a pair of Ruby Slippers in Minnesota and the subsequent investigation and recovery. Keep an eye out here for more information and links.

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===''The Wizard of Oz'', Las Vegas, Nevada===
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'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz'' at the Sphere, Las Vegas, Nevada.''' See the famous 1939 film version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in a whole new way. This is an immersive reimagining in 16K on a huge screen surrounding the audience. For more information and to buy tickets, go to https://www.thesphere.com/shows/wizard-of-oz-experience.

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===Candlelight: ''The Wizard of Oz'' concerts, around the world===
'''Candlelight: ''The Wizard of OZ'' concerts, around the world.''' In conjunction with Warner Bros., Candlelight is presenting songs from the famous movie version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in venues around the world amidst a sea of flickering candles. For more information, or to locate a concert, see the website at https://candlelightexperience.com/wizard-of-oz-concerts/.

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===The Land of Oz: Beyond the Page Museum Exhibit, Chicago, Illinois===
'''Now through March 15, 2026: The Land of Oz: Beyond the Page Museum Exhibit, Driehaus Museum, Chicago, Illinois.''' This exhibit focuses on design elements of the famous 1939 film adaptation of ''The Wizard of Oz''. Items on display include replicas of the Ruby Slippers and the Cowardly Lion's "Courage" medal, an early draft script, and a prototype for the Flying Monkey's costumes. For more information, see the museum's website at https://driehausmuseum.org/exhibitions.

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===Bloomland in Oz, Burlington, Ontario, Canada===
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'''Now through April 6, 2026: Bloomland in Oz, Royal Botanical Gardens Canada, Burlington, Ontario, Canada.''' The Gardens' 2026 showcase features floral displays and artistic creations, all inspired by the novel ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz''. For more information or to purchase tickets, see the website at https://www.rbg.ca/things-to-do/by-season/special-events/winter-exhibit/. And here's a behind-the-scenes look:
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===Stories of Cinema: Identity exhibit, Los Angeles, California===
'''Now through January 10, 2027: Stories of Cinema: Identity exhibit, Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, Los Angeles, California.''' The Academy Museum has brought its pair of Ruby Slippers back for the public to view. This exhibit also includes costumes and design studies from such movies as ''Flower Drum Song'', ''Dreamgirls'', ''Moulin Rouge!'', ''Amadeus'', ''Ma Raimey's Black Bottom'', ''Barbie'', and ''Wicked''. For more information, see the museum's website at https://www.academymuseum.org/en/exhibitions/stories-of-cinema-identity.

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==March 2026==
===Lorna Luft, Las Vegas, Nevada===
'''March 14-15, 2026: Lorna Luft, The Palazzo Theatre, The Venetian, Las Vegas, Nevada.''' An actor and singer in her own right, Lorna Luft is also Judy Garland's daughter. Join her for an intimate, personal celebration of ''The Wizard of Oz'' and her mother's life and career. For more information or te purchase tickets, see https://www.venetianlasvegas.com/entertainment/lorna-luft.html.

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===An Emerald Evening in Oz, Kansas City, Missouri===
'''March 28, 2026: An Emerald Evening in Oz, The Midland Theatre, Kansas City, Missouri.''' The Kansas City Repertory Theatre's latest fundraiser has a distinctly Ozian touch this year, in celebration of the company's upcoming production of ''The Wizard of Oz''. For more information, including how to reserve a seat or a table, see https://kcrep.org/event/gala/.

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==April 2026==
===''Return to Oz'' 40th Anniversary Screening, San Francisco, California===
'''April 9, 2026: ''Return to Oz'' 40th Anniversary Screening, The Castro Theatre, San Francisco, California.''' The legendary San Francisco theater is opening again after renavations, and part of the program will be a rare theatrical screening of the 1985 Disney movie ''Return to Oz'' to celebrate it's fortieth anniversary (maybe a few months late). The special guest is director Walter Murch, who will discuss the film and answer questions afterwards. For more details, see the show's website at https://thecastro.com/events/movies-for-maniacs-260409/

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===Garmin Marathon in the Land of Oz, Olathe, Kansas===
'''April 26, 2026: Garmin Marathon in the Land of Oz, Olathe, Kansas.''' If you're going to have a 26.2-mile run in Kansas, you may as well give it an Oz theme! For more information and to register, see the race's website at http://ozrun.org/.

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==May 2026==
===''The Wizard of Oz'' play, Kansas City, Missouri===
'''May 5-24, 2026: ''The Wizard of Oz'' play, Kansas City Repertory Theatre, Kansas City, Missouri.''' The company presents the Royal Shakespeare Company's adaptation of the famous musical version of the story, based on the famous movie. For more details or to purchase tickets, see https://kcrep.org/event/the-wizard-of-oz/.

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===Yellow Brick Road Festival, Sedan, Kansas===
'''May 22-23, 2026: Yellow Brick Road Festival, Sedan, Kansas.''' This town in Kansas celebrates ''The Wizard of Oz'' every year. For details, see http://www.lasr.net/travel/city.php?Sedan&Kansas&Yellow+Brick+Road+Festival&City_ID=KS0604019&Event_ID=KS0604019e002&VE=Y or call 620-725-4033.

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===''It's Dorothy'' documentary, Port Jefferson, New York===
'''May 31, 2026: ''It's Dorothy'' documentary, Theatre Three, Port Jefferson, New York.''' Theatre Three and the Por Jefferson Arts Council present a screening of this documentary about the heroine of ''The Wizard of Oz'' and the actresses who have played her. The show starts at 7:30, and tickets are $10. For more information, see the theatre's website at https://theatrethree.com/special_events/dorothy/.

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==June 2026==
===Oz-Stravaganza, Chittenango, New York===
'''June 5-7, 2026: Oz-Stravaganza, Chittenango, New York.''' This village in upstate New York honors its native son, L. Frank Baum, with an annual festival honoring his creation, the Land of Oz. For more information, see the event's website at http://www.oz-stravaganza.com/.

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==August 2026==
===Oz Festival Illinois, Mapleton, Illinois===
'''August (exact date to be announced), 2025: Oz Fest Illinois, Butler Haynes Park, Mapleton, Illinois.'''. For more information, see the event's website at https://www.hollispark.org/oz-fest, or the Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/OzFestIllinois/.

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==September 2026==
===Autumn at Oz Party, Banner Elk, North Carolina===
'''September (exact dates to be announced), 2026: Autumn at Oz Party, Beech Mountain, Banner Elk, North Carolina.''' The Wizard of Oz Park on the mountain may no longer be in regular operation, but it's still there, and Oz and park fans get together once a year for a party. Hurricane Hélène paused the event for 2025, but there's hope for a return in 2026. For more information, check out https://landofoznc.com/.

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===OzFest, Liberal, Kansas===
'''September (exact date to be announced), 2026: OzFest, Liberal, Kansas.''' The home town of the Dorothy's House attraction hosts its annual tribute to Dorothy and Oz. For more information, see [https://www.lasr.net/travel/city.php?Ozfest&TravelTo=KS1019015&VE=Y&Event_ID=KS1019015e002 the city's events page] and [http://visitliberal.com/ the city's website] (and be sure to call 1-800-LIBERAL to confirm event and dates).

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==October 2026==
===Oztoberfest, Wamego, Kansas===
'''October (exact date to be announced), 2026: Oztoberfest, Wamego, Kansas.''' The town not only has an Oz museum, they put on an annual Oz festival. Authors and other special guests will attend, and there's also admission to the museum. For more details, call the Oz museum at 1-866-458-TOTO, or see the event's website at http://oztoberfest.com/.

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==November 2026==
===TeslaCon, Middleton, Wisconsin===
'''November 12-15, 2026: TeslaCon, Marriott of Middleton, Middleton, Wisconsin.''' The country's largest steampunk convention celebrates its sixteenth edition, and this year the theme is Oz. For more information, see the convention's website at https://teslacon.com/.

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==Holiday Season 2026-27==
===''The Wizard of Oz'', holiday cablecasts===
'''''The Wizard of Oz'' holiday cablecasts, TBS and TNT.''' The stations' annual holiday season showings of the famous film version are, generally speaking, around Thanksgiving on TBS and Christmas on TNT. Check your local provider for exact times and channels on your system. Keep checking back for updates.

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===''The Wiz'' holiday telecasts===
'''''The Wiz'' holiday telecasts.''' Channels have holiday time airings of the 1978 film adaptation of ''The Wiz'', starring Diana Ross as Dorothy, Michael Jackson as the Scarecrow, Lena Horne as Glinda, and Richard Pryor as the Wiz. Keep checking back for updates.

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===''If I Only Had Christmas'' television movie, The Hallmark Channel===
'''''If I Only Had Christmas'' television movie, The Hallmark Channel.''' A Hallmark Christmas romance movie, first shown in 2020 and based (extremely loosely) on ''The Wizard of Oz''! Candace Cameron Bure stars as Darcy Gale, a publicist who teams up with Huck, a cynical business owner played by Neil Webb, to help out a charity in need. It airs many times at Christmas, and occasionally at other times throughout the year (check your local television provider for exact time and channel on your system). For more details and a sneak peek behind the scenes, take a look at [https://www.etonline.com/candace-cameron-bure-stars-in-hallmark-channels-if-i-only-had-christmas-first-look-exclusive-154864 the news report on the ''Entertainment Tonight'' website]. And [https://celebratingthesoaps.com/hallmark/hallmark-channel-news-wizard-of-oz-reimagined-candace-cameron-bure-in-if-i-only-had-christmas/ here's another report with another preview]. Finally, [https://www.hallmarkchannel.com/if-i-only-had-christmas here's the movie's page on the channel's website].

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==January 2027==
===Волшебник Изумрудного города, часть II, theaters throughout Russia===
'''January 1, 2027: ''Волшебник Изумрудного города, часть II'', theaters throughout Russia.''' The epic cinematic adaptation of Aleksandr Volkov's version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' comes to Russian theaters. Elli, Totoshka, Strasheela, the Iron Woodman, and the Cowardly Lion have reached the Emerald City. But will they meet the Wizard? What price will he ask from them to grant their wishes? Here's the teaser trailer:
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==June 2027==
===Judy Garland Festival, Grand Rapids, Minnesota===
'''June (exact dates to be announced), 2027: Judy Garland Festival, Judy Garland Museum and environs, Grand Rapids, Minnesota.''' Judy Garland's home town celebrates her in this annual festival (returning after taking 2026 off), with events all over town spread out over several days. For more information, keep an eye on the event's website at https://judygarlandmuseum.com/judy-garland-museum-events/.

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==To Be Determined==
===Wizard of Oz Days, Macon, Missouri===
'''Exact date to be announced: Wizard of Oz Days, Hannibal, Missouri.''' For complete details, see the event's Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/WizardofOzDays.

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OzWiki:Current events

2026-03-10T00:25:00Z

Ericgjovaag: /* January 2027 */

Other Oz events can also be found on [https://www.ozclub.org/calendar/ the International Wizard of Oz Club's online calendar].

Please note that, since I live in the United States and most Oz events take place in the United States, I will identify most event locations by city and state only. Any events taking place in other countries will include the name of the country as well.

==Going on now==
===''Wicked'' play, around the world===
'''Now playing: ''Wicked''.''' This is the award-winning musical based on Gregory Maguire's novel ''Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West''. The book is by Winnie Holzman, the music by Stephen Schwartz, and the show is directed by Joe Mantello. It has done so well, it has spawned the following productions:

* [http://www.gershwintheatre.com/ Gershwin Theater], Broadway, New York City, New York. Tickets may be purchased online at [http://www.ticketmaster.com/venue/24579 ticketmaster.com]. For more details, go to [http://wickedthemusical.com/ wickedthemusical.com]. For a "Behind the Emerald Curtain" tour on Saturday mornings, go to https://wickedthemusical.com/behind-the-emerald-curtain#scrolldown for details.

* The Apollo Victoria Theatre, The West End, London, England, United Kingdom. For more information, including booking tickets, see http://www.wickedthemusical.co.uk/.

* ''Wicked'' is also touring the United States and Canada. For more information and updates about the tour, see https://wickedthemusical.com/tickets/#tour. Here's the current schedule (locations and dates are subject to change):
** Now through March 22, 2026: [https://www.ppacri.org/events/detail/wicked-2 Providence Performing Arts Center], Providence, Rhode Island
** March 25-April 5, 2026: [https://www.broadwayincolumbia.com/upcoming-shows/ Koger Center for the Arts], Columbia, South Carolina
** April 8-19, 2026: [https://www.celebrityattractions.com/shows/10200/WICKED/Little-Rock/2026 Robinson Center], Little Rock, Arkansas
** April 22-May 3, 2026: Juanita K. Hammons Hall, Springfield, Missouri
** May 6-June 14, 2026: [https://dallas.broadway.com/shows/wicked/ Music Hall at Fair Park], Dallas, Texas
** June 17-July 5, 2026: [https://ticketomaha.com/Productions/wicked Orpheum Theater], Omaha, Nebraska
** July 8-August 9, 2026: [https://hennepinarts.org/events/wicked Orpheum Theatre], Minneapolis, Minnesota
** August 12-30, 2026: [https://kansascity.broadway.com/shows/wicked/ Music Hall], Kansas City, Missouri
** September 2-20, 2026: [https://www.desmoinesperformingarts.org/whats-on/events/2025-26/broadway/wicked Des Moines Civic Center], Des Moines, Iowa

* A non-reproduction staging is now running at the Teatr Muzyczny ROMA in Warsaw, Poland. For more information, see https://www.teatrroma.pl/spektakl/wicked/.

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===''The Wiz'' play, national tour===
'''''The Wiz'' play, national tour.''' After its Broadway run, this new staging of the Tony-winning musical adaptation of ''The Wizard of Oz'' heads out on a North American tour. The following dates have been announced:

* Now through March 15, 2026: [https://cincinnati.broadway.com/shows/the-wiz/ Aronhoff Center], Cincinnati, Ohio
* April 21-26, 2026: [https://www.altriatheater.com/events/detail/the-wiz-2025 Altria Center], Richmond, Virginia
* May 5-10, 2026: [https://www.celebrityattractions.com/shows/10194/THE-WIZ/Tulsa/2026 Tulsa Performing Arts Center], Tulsa, Oklahoma
* May 12-17, 2026: [https://austin.broadway.com/shows/the-wiz/ Bass Concert Hall], Austin, Texas
* May 19-24, 2026: [https://www.okcbroadway.com/wiz Civic Center Music Hall], Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
* May 26-31, 2026: [https://americantheatreguild.com/toledo/shows/the-wiz/ Stranahan Theater], Toledo, Ohio

More dates and cities will be coming. For more information, see the show's website at https://wizmusical.com/.

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===''The Wizard of Oz on Ice'' on tour===
'''Now on Tour: ''The Wizard of Oz on Ice''.''' The new, reimagined version of the 1990s ice show returns for another season. The company has announced the following tour dates:
* March 11, 2026: [https://mizzouarts.missouri.edu/university-concert-series-returns-for-118th-season/ Jesse Auditorium, University of Missouri], Columbia, Missouri
* March 14, 2026: [https://www.skokospac.org/ Shokos Performing Arts Center], Alma, Arkansas
* March 15, 2026: [https://www.coppellartscenter.org/events/detail/2026-wizard-of-oz-on-ice Coppell Arts Center], Coppell, Texas
* March 19, 2026: [https://coffeecountyartsalliance.org/product/wizard/ Enterprise High School Performing Arts Center], Enterprise, Alabama
* March 20, 2026: [https://fordcenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Ford Center for the Performing Arts], Oxford, Mississippi
* March 21, 2026: [https://tickets.thegrand.com/Online/mapSelect.asp?doWork::WSmap::loadMap=Load&createBO::WSmap=1&BOparam::WSmap::loadMap::performance_ids=BF23CAB4-BB58-48F2-B25A-98FC0873E482 The Grand 1894 Opera House], Galveston, Texas
* March 22, 2026: [https://ci.ovationtix.com/35987/production/1241069?performanceId=11647305 Temple Theater], Lufkin, Texas
* March 27, 2026: [https://www.moonlightstage.com/shows-tickets Moonlight Amphitheatre], Vista, California
* March 28, 2026: [https://www.ycpac.com/Online/default.asp?BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Avenue_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Acity_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Amonth_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Aobject_type_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Acategory_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_from=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_to=&doWork%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3Asearch=1&BOparam%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3Asearch%3A%3Aarticle_search_id=EE8716B4-0827-4B0D-9ACB-038A148DF966&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_criteria=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_from=2026-3-28&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_to=2026-3-28 Jim and Linda Lee Performing Arts Center], Prescott, Arizona
* March 29, 2026: [https://tickets.haughpac.com/wizard Haugh Performing Arts Center], Glendora, California
* March 30, 2026: [https://higleycenter.org/ Higley Center for the Performing Arts], Gilbert, Arizona
* April 10, 2026: [https://www.sunsetcenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Sunset Cultural Center], Carmel-by-the-Sea, California
* April 11, 2026: [https://www.lpac.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Lancaster Performing Arts Center], Lancaster, California
* April 12, 2026: [https://livermorearts.org/ Livermore Valley Performing Arts Center], Livermore, California
* April 15, 2026: [https://craterian.org/event/the-wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Craterian Theater], Medford, Oregon
* April 16, 2026: [https://columbiatheatre.com/new-events/wizard-of-oz-on-ice Columbia Theatre], Longview, Washington
* April 17, 2026: [https://www.washingtoncenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice-4-17-2026/ Washington Center for the Performing Arts], Olympia, Washington
* April 19, 2026: [https://buttearts.org/ Mother Lode Theatre], Butte, Montana
* April 30, 2026: [https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/41568594/wizard-of-oz-on-ice-pembroke-givens-performing-arts-center?_gl=1*17vkium*_ga*MTg1OTc1NzAyOS4xNzU3MTE1MzQz*_ga_LQFXLBGNDL*czE3NTcxMTUzNDMkbzEkZzEkdDE3NTcxMTUzNzMkajMwJGwwJGgw Givens Performing Arts Center], Pembroke, North Carolina

For more information about the show, see the website at https://wizardofozonice.com/.

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===''Ozmafia'' anime series, on the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Ozmafia'' anime series, crunchyroll.com.''' In this Japanese anime series (based on the video game of the same name), Scarlet is a new transfer student at Oz Academy. He doesn't get off to a good start, but the teachers seem nice enough. But what strange secrets are hiding at Oz Academy, and why are they at war with the other academies? Episodes (in Japanese, with English subtitles) are available to view online at http://www.crunchyroll.com/ozmafia for free.

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===''The Wizard of Oz'' and ''The Wiz'', throughout the United Kingdom===
'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz'', throughout the United Kingdom.''' Oz is a popular show to perform in the United Kingdom, and there always seems to be a show going on somewhere. For a complete listing of all upcoming productions of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in the United Kingdom, see the listings at [http://www.list.co.uk/events/theatre/what:The%20Wizard%20of%20Oz/sort:date/show:100/ ''The List''], naturally. They also have listings for performances of [http://www.list.co.uk/events/theatre/what:The%20Wiz/sort:date/show:100/ ''The Wiz''].

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===''Emerald City'' television series, NBC.com===
'''''Emerald City'' television series, NBC.com''' The latest Oz TV project has gone through its broadcast run on NBC. But the show's website is still up at http://www.nbc.com/emerald-city. You can still watch episodes online at http://www.nbc.com/emerald-city/episodes, and the show is also streaming on Peacock.

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===''Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz'', Internet Streaming and Cablecast===
'''Now playing: ''Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz'' cartoon series, Internet Streaming.''' This is the latest Oz cartoon series, based (very loosely) on the famous 1939 film version. Dorothy is now a princess of Oz and living in the Emerald City with Queen Ozma. But she's still having adventures! For more information, see the show's website at https://watch.boomerang.com/shows/dorothy-franchise/series/dorothy-series/volume-1. Or, if you have the Boomerang or Cartoon Network cable channels, episodes are now being shown in territories around the world, outside the United States, also have the show, so check your local version of the Cartoon Network, Boomerang, or Max channels or websites.

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===''Lost in Oz'' series, Internet streaming===
'''Now playing: ''Lost in Oz'', Amazon Video streaming.''' This animated series from Amazon tells the story of Dorothy, a modern-day girl, and her dog Toto, who are whisked to Oz when Dorothy opens one of her mother's old journals. To get home, she must find the elements of magic and help restore magic to Oz. Fortunately she has made friends with Ojo the Munchkin and West, a trainee witch, to help her out. To get started, see Amazon's ''Lost in Oz'' website at https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00Z89MYTI! And in November of 2022, [https://www.youtube.com/embed/h4fc1XvdBrk this short was dropped] with news of what's to come.

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===''Dee & Friends in Oz'', Netflix worldwide===
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'''Now playing: ''Dee & Friends in Oz'', Netflix worldwide.''' The streaming service has announced their new shows for 2024, including ''Dee & Friends in Oz'', an animated musical series aimed at preschoolers. Dee is a young girl who discovers a key to the magical land of Oz, where she makes friends and has has adventures where she saves the day. Want a sneak peek? [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oPAZCfmc0mQ&ab_channel=NetflixJr. Here's the first episode!]

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===''Chronicles of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now streaming: The ''Chronicles of Oz'' podcast.''' This audio adaptation of the first three Oz books, each in six episodes, presents ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', ''The Marvellous Land of Oz'', and ''Ozma of Oz'', plus a special episode adapting ''The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus''. Produced by Crossover Adventure Productions out of Australia. All episodes, along with trailers and other materials, can be downloaded at http://chroniclesofoz.com/.

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===''The Royal Podcast of Oz'', the Internet===
'''Now streaming: ''The Royal Podcast of Oz'', podbean.com and other podcasting sites.''' Now running for over a decade, this podcast is devoted to all things Oz, with interviews, reviews, news, and other items of interest to Oz fans of all types. You can listen to or download all editions at https://anchor.fm/the-royal-podcast-of-oz/, or look for it on your favorite podcast site.

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===''Wait Wait…Don't Tell Me'', National Public Radio===
'''Now streaming: ''Wait Wait…Don't Tell Me'' edition of May 11, 2019, npr.org.''' The popular current events quiz show recorded this episode in St. Louis, and got one of the city's most celebrated residents to play "Not My Job". Former Cardinals shortstop and Hall of Fame inductee Ozzie Smith was nicknamed "The Wizard of Oz" in his playing days, so naturally, he gets to answer questions about ''The Wizard of Oz''! You can listen to the entire episode [https://www.npr.org/programs/wait-wait-dont-tell-me/722132214/wait-wait-for-may-11-2019-with-not-my-job-guest-ozzie-smith?showDate=2019-05-11 here], or just Smith's segment [https://www.npr.org/2019/05/11/721853591/not-my-job-we-quiz-baseball-great-ozzie-smith-on-the-wizard-of-oz here].

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===''Hit the Bricks!'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Hit the Bricks!'' podcast, the Internet.''' One hundred years after the events of ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', the Gale farm is abandoned, and a new generation is off to have adventures in Oz. The first act has now dropped, with further episodes to come. For more information, see the show's website at https://hitthebricks.com/, and its Twitter feed at https://twitter.com/HitTheBricksPod/.

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===''The Smallwood Sessions'' podcast, "The Podcast of Oz", the Internet===
'''Now playing: "The Podcast of Oz" episode of ''The Smallwood Sessions'' podcast.''' To celebrate what would have been the 2020 edition of Chittenango's Oz-Stravaganza, this podcast about upstate New York celebrates Oz and creator L. Frank Baum's connections to the area. To listen, go to https://anchor.fm/josh-taylor87/episodes/Episode-22-The-Podcast-of-Oz-ef05f4.

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===''Down the Yellow Brick Pod'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Down the Yellow Brick Pod'' podcast.''' This podcast takes a deep dive into the Oz books, one chapter at a time, and looks at all that they encompass. Available on many podcast sources, including Google Podcasts, and through [https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS8xMTcyMTM4LnJzcw?hl=en this link].

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===''The Wonderful Recap of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''The Wonderful Recap of Oz'' podcast.''' This podcast recaps the Oz books, one per episode. Available Available on many podcast sources, including Google Podcasts, and through [https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy80ZjgyMWIyYy9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw== this link].

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===''No Place Like Home'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''No Place Like Home'' podcast.''' This podcast looks at the Ruby Slippers, how they were stolen in 2005 and found again in 2018, and all the background behind them, the production of The Movie, the life of Judy Garland, and more. Available on most podcasting sites. For more information, the show's website is at https://shows.cadence13.com/podcast/noplacelikehome.

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===''The Lost Princess of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''The Lost Princess of Oz'' podcast.''' A new, original Oz story for kids (of all ages), told in six parts, with songs, and presented by the Delaware Children's Theatre. Although based on Baum's writings, this is not the same story as his novel ''The Lost Princess of Oz''. For more information, or to subscribe, see the show's website at https://www.thelostprincessofozpodcast.com/.

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===''The Wizard of Oz: A Homegrown American Fairy Tale'' radio broadcast, BBC World Service===
'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz: A Homegrown American Fairy Tale'' radio documentary, BBC World Service and online streaming.''' This program looks at the origins and mythology of ''The Wizard of Oz'' and how it came about. It is currently available to listen or download online, anywhere in the world. Check the program's website at https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/w3ct1rl9 to listen to it online, or to download it.

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===To Oz? To Oz! online convention, the Internet===
'''To Oz? To Oz! online convention.''' With so many Oz events having to be cancelled this year because of the COVID-19 pandemic, a bunch of them got together to present some of their events to a worldwide, online audience for free. The live portions of the convention have now ended, but if you go to https://ozis.us/, you can see many prerecorded talks and events.

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===The OzConnection, YouTube===
'''The OzConnection, YouTube.''' OzCon International, the world's longest running ''Wizard of Oz'' convention, now has a YouTube channel at "The OzConnection", which features highlights of earlier cons and new material. The link is at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQU5pEFZZ6n_vXvRalgclSg.

The OzConnection has recently started two shows specifically for their channel. The first is a talk show called "OZ:Connect", which you can find in a playlist at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r-NAe0FKDXk&list=PLVNfENfXbx111GmnLLJFklUVGxPl1zUC-. The other new show is "Crypto-Oz-ology", short stories about all kinds of unusual happenings in Oz, which is in a playlist at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sCoSH97u4ts&list=PLVNfENfXbx11g0DhXikoqyP0dslwHeC1h.

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===Oz Talk, YouTube===
'''''Oz Talk'' panel talk show, YouTube.''' Join five Oz friends as they discuss any and all Oz subjects under the sun. New episodes will drop every two weeks on [https://www.youtube.com/c/TheOfficialOzClub/videos the Official Oz Club's YouTube Channel]. You can find the playlist for ''Oz Talk'' at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VNINbbefPS4&list=PL3OVMLWgINCRfgeWZR8GPJOp11rR73Ssc.

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===''Fifty Years of Oziana'' Readings, Youtube===
'''''Fifty Years of Oziana'' short story readings, YouTube.''' To celebrate fifty years of ''Oziana'', the International Wizard of Oz Club's annual literary magazine, Club members read stories from the last five decades. Many authors have even revisited their own stories. You can see the playlist of all stories [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hm6WXDLg9U8&list=PL3OVMLWgINCQ2a_CDuBggCt7kCYVaS4yD right here].

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===''Rainbow'' movie, Netflix===
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'''Now playing: ''Rainbow'', on Netflix worldwide.''' The first streaming service premieres this new movie, from director Paco León, that uses themes and imagery from ''The Wizard of Oz'' to explore the coming of age of Dora, a young Spanish woman who finds that everything she thought she knew about her life may be wrong. Available in an English dub, or with English subtitles.

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===The Wizard of Oz Experience, Around the World===
'''The Wizard of Oz Experience.''' The interactive outdoors event will be making making another set of appearances around the United States, Canada, and Australia in the spring of 2024. Take a look at https://questoapp.com/ for when it's coming to your town.

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===The Wicked Wizard Afternoon Tea, London, England, United Kingdom===
'''The Wicked Wizard Afternoon Tea, The Franklin Hotel, London, England, United Kingdom.''' Enjoy an Oz-themed tea, inspired by ''The Wizard of Oz'' and ''Wicked'', in the heart of London's Knightsbridge district. Tea is served from noon to 6:00, costs £49 (spirits are extra), and reservations must be made at least twenty-four hours in advance. For more information, including the menu, see [https://collezione.starhotels.com/en/our-hotels/the-franklin-london/restaurants-and-bars/wicked-wizard-at-the-franklin.html?_gl=1*1cfuckg*_up*MQ..*_gs*MQ..*_ga*MzU1MjIzMDI0LjE3NDE1NzY0NjA.*_ga_444Y1N2CEK*MTc0MTU3NjQ1OC4xLjEuMTc0MTU3NjU3NS4wLjAuMTkzNzQwNjk0Nw..*_ga_YXSDGTQ8NB*MTc0MTU3NjQ1OC4xLjEuMTc0MTU3NjU3NS4wLjAuNDIxNjUwMTc1&gclid=Cj0KCQiAlbW-BhCMARIsADnwasphX4BQH4lMNEKBognzeTmjcu96bA-ZlcDfhhU2ouaxc5CgyV41YLMaAjUfEALw_wcB the Franklin's website].

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===''Ruby Red Handed: Stealing America’s Most Famous Pair of Shoes'', Hulu===
'''Now playing: ''Ruby Red Handed: Stealing America’s Most Famous Pair of Shoes'', Hulu Streaming Service.''' This ABC News documentary delves into the 2005 theft of a pair of Ruby Slippers in Minnesota and the subsequent investigation and recovery. Keep an eye out here for more information and links.

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===''The Wizard of Oz'', Las Vegas, Nevada===
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'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz'' at the Sphere, Las Vegas, Nevada.''' See the famous 1939 film version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in a whole new way. This is an immersive reimagining in 16K on a huge screen surrounding the audience. For more information and to buy tickets, go to https://www.thesphere.com/shows/wizard-of-oz-experience.

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===Candlelight: ''The Wizard of Oz'' concerts, around the world===
'''Candlelight: ''The Wizard of OZ'' concerts, around the world.''' In conjunction with Warner Bros., Candlelight is presenting songs from the famous movie version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in venues around the world amidst a sea of flickering candles. For more information, or to locate a concert, see the website at https://candlelightexperience.com/wizard-of-oz-concerts/.

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===The Land of Oz: Beyond the Page Museum Exhibit, Chicago, Illinois===
'''Now through March 15, 2026: The Land of Oz: Beyond the Page Museum Exhibit, Driehaus Museum, Chicago, Illinois.''' This exhibit focuses on design elements of the famous 1939 film adaptation of ''The Wizard of Oz''. Items on display include replicas of the Ruby Slippers and the Cowardly Lion's "Courage" medal, an early draft script, and a prototype for the Flying Monkey's costumes. For more information, see the museum's website at https://driehausmuseum.org/exhibitions.

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===Bloomland in Oz, Burlington, Ontario, Canada===
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'''Now through April 6, 2026: Bloomland in Oz, Royal Botanical Gardens Canada, Burlington, Ontario, Canada.''' The Gardens' 2026 showcase features floral displays and artistic creations, all inspired by the novel ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz''. For more information or to purchase tickets, see the website at https://www.rbg.ca/things-to-do/by-season/special-events/winter-exhibit/. And here's a behind-the-scenes look:
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===Stories of Cinema: Identity exhibit, Los Angeles, California===
'''Now through January 10, 2027: Stories of Cinema: Identity exhibit, Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, Los Angeles, California.''' The Academy Museum has brought its pair of Ruby Slippers back for the public to view. This exhibit also includes costumes and design studies from such movies as ''Flower Drum Song'', ''Dreamgirls'', ''Moulin Rouge!'', ''Amadeus'', ''Ma Raimey's Black Bottom'', ''Barbie'', and ''Wicked''. For more information, see the museum's website at https://www.academymuseum.org/en/exhibitions/stories-of-cinema-identity.

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==March 2026==
===Lorna Luft, Las Vegas, Nevada===
'''March 14-15, 2026: Lorna Luft, The Palazzo Theatre, The Venetian, Las Vegas, Nevada.''' An actor and singer in her own right, Lorna Luft is also Judy Garland's daughter. Join her for an intimate, personal celebration of ''The Wizard of Oz'' and her mother's life and career. For more information or te purchase tickets, see https://www.venetianlasvegas.com/entertainment/lorna-luft.html.

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===An Emerald Evening in Oz, Kansas City, Missouri===
'''March 28, 2026: An Emerald Evening in Oz, The Midland Theatre, Kansas City, Missouri.''' The Kansas City Repertory Theatre's latest fundraiser has a distinctly Ozian touch this year, in celebration of the company's upcoming production of ''The Wizard of Oz''. For more information, including how to reserve a seat or a table, see https://kcrep.org/event/gala/.

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==April 2026==
===''Return to Oz'' 40th Anniversary Screening, San Francisco, California===
'''April 9, 2026: ''Return to Oz'' 40th Anniversary Screening, The Castro Theatre, San Francisco, California.''' The legendary San Francisco theater is opening again after renavations, and part of the program will be a rare theatrical screening of the 1985 Disney movie ''Return to Oz'' to celebrate it's fortieth anniversary (maybe a few months late). The special guest is director Walter Murch, who will discuss the film and answer questions afterwards. For more details, see the show's website at https://thecastro.com/events/movies-for-maniacs-260409/

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===Garmin Marathon in the Land of Oz, Olathe, Kansas===
'''April 26, 2026: Garmin Marathon in the Land of Oz, Olathe, Kansas.''' If you're going to have a 26.2-mile run in Kansas, you may as well give it an Oz theme! For more information and to register, see the race's website at http://ozrun.org/.

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==May/June 2026==
===''The Wizard of Oz'' play, Kansas City, Missouri===
'''May 5-24, 2026: ''The Wizard of Oz'' play, Kansas City Repertory Theatre, Kansas City, Missouri.''' The company presents the Royal Shakespeare Company's adaptation of the famous musical version of the story, based on the famous movie. For more details or to purchase tickets, see https://kcrep.org/event/the-wizard-of-oz/.

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===Yellow Brick Road Festival, Sedan, Kansas===
'''May 22-23, 2026: Yellow Brick Road Festival, Sedan, Kansas.''' This town in Kansas celebrates ''The Wizard of Oz'' every year. For details, see http://www.lasr.net/travel/city.php?Sedan&Kansas&Yellow+Brick+Road+Festival&City_ID=KS0604019&Event_ID=KS0604019e002&VE=Y or call 620-725-4033.

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===Oz-Stravaganza, Chittenango, New York===
'''June 5-7, 2026: Oz-Stravaganza, Chittenango, New York.''' This village in upstate New York honors its native son, L. Frank Baum, with an annual festival honoring his creation, the Land of Oz. For more information, see the event's website at http://www.oz-stravaganza.com/.

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==August 2026==
===Oz Festival Illinois, Mapleton, Illinois===
'''August (exact date to be announced), 2025: Oz Fest Illinois, Butler Haynes Park, Mapleton, Illinois.'''. For more information, see the event's website at https://www.hollispark.org/oz-fest, or the Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/OzFestIllinois/.

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==September 2026==
===Autumn at Oz Party, Banner Elk, North Carolina===
'''September (exact dates to be announced), 2026: Autumn at Oz Party, Beech Mountain, Banner Elk, North Carolina.''' The Wizard of Oz Park on the mountain may no longer be in regular operation, but it's still there, and Oz and park fans get together once a year for a party. Hurricane Hélène paused the event for 2025, but there's hope for a return in 2026. For more information, check out https://landofoznc.com/.

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===OzFest, Liberal, Kansas===
'''September (exact date to be announced), 2026: OzFest, Liberal, Kansas.''' The home town of the Dorothy's House attraction hosts its annual tribute to Dorothy and Oz. For more information, see [https://www.lasr.net/travel/city.php?Ozfest&TravelTo=KS1019015&VE=Y&Event_ID=KS1019015e002 the city's events page] and [http://visitliberal.com/ the city's website] (and be sure to call 1-800-LIBERAL to confirm event and dates).

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==October 2026==
===Oztoberfest, Wamego, Kansas===
'''October (exact date to be announced), 2026: Oztoberfest, Wamego, Kansas.''' The town not only has an Oz museum, they put on an annual Oz festival. Authors and other special guests will attend, and there's also admission to the museum. For more details, call the Oz museum at 1-866-458-TOTO, or see the event's website at http://oztoberfest.com/.

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==November 2026==
===TeslaCon, Middleton, Wisconsin===
'''November 12-15, 2026: TeslaCon, Marriott of Middleton, Middleton, Wisconsin.''' The country's largest steampunk convention celebrates its sixteenth edition, and this year the theme is Oz. For more information, see the convention's website at https://teslacon.com/.

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==Holiday Season 2026-27==
===''The Wizard of Oz'', holiday cablecasts===
'''''The Wizard of Oz'' holiday cablecasts, TBS and TNT.''' The stations' annual holiday season showings of the famous film version are, generally speaking, around Thanksgiving on TBS and Christmas on TNT. Check your local provider for exact times and channels on your system. Keep checking back for updates.

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===''The Wiz'' holiday telecasts===
'''''The Wiz'' holiday telecasts.''' Channels have holiday time airings of the 1978 film adaptation of ''The Wiz'', starring Diana Ross as Dorothy, Michael Jackson as the Scarecrow, Lena Horne as Glinda, and Richard Pryor as the Wiz. Keep checking back for updates.

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===''If I Only Had Christmas'' television movie, The Hallmark Channel===
'''''If I Only Had Christmas'' television movie, The Hallmark Channel.''' A Hallmark Christmas romance movie, first shown in 2020 and based (extremely loosely) on ''The Wizard of Oz''! Candace Cameron Bure stars as Darcy Gale, a publicist who teams up with Huck, a cynical business owner played by Neil Webb, to help out a charity in need. It airs many times at Christmas, and occasionally at other times throughout the year (check your local television provider for exact time and channel on your system). For more details and a sneak peek behind the scenes, take a look at [https://www.etonline.com/candace-cameron-bure-stars-in-hallmark-channels-if-i-only-had-christmas-first-look-exclusive-154864 the news report on the ''Entertainment Tonight'' website]. And [https://celebratingthesoaps.com/hallmark/hallmark-channel-news-wizard-of-oz-reimagined-candace-cameron-bure-in-if-i-only-had-christmas/ here's another report with another preview]. Finally, [https://www.hallmarkchannel.com/if-i-only-had-christmas here's the movie's page on the channel's website].

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==January 2027==
===Волшебник Изумрудного города, часть II, theaters throughout Russia===
'''January 1, 2027: ''Волшебник Изумрудного города, часть II'', theaters throughout Russia.''' The epic cinematic adaptation of Aleksandr Volkov's version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' comes to Russian theaters. Elli, Totoshka, Strasheela, the Iron Woodman, and the Cowardly Lion have reached the Emerald City. But will they meet the Wizard? What price will he ask from them to grant their wishes? Here's the teaser trailer:
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==June 2027==
===Judy Garland Festival, Grand Rapids, Minnesota===
'''June (exact dates to be announced), 2027: Judy Garland Festival, Judy Garland Museum and environs, Grand Rapids, Minnesota.''' Judy Garland's home town celebrates her in this annual festival (returning after taking 2026 off), with events all over town spread out over several days. For more information, keep an eye on the event's website at https://judygarlandmuseum.com/judy-garland-museum-events/.

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==To Be Determined==
===Wizard of Oz Days, Macon, Missouri===
'''Exact date to be announced: Wizard of Oz Days, Hannibal, Missouri.''' For complete details, see the event's Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/WizardofOzDays.

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OzWiki:Current events

2026-03-10T00:24:29Z

Ericgjovaag: /* Judy Garland Festival, Grand Rapids, Minnesota */

Other Oz events can also be found on [https://www.ozclub.org/calendar/ the International Wizard of Oz Club's online calendar].

Please note that, since I live in the United States and most Oz events take place in the United States, I will identify most event locations by city and state only. Any events taking place in other countries will include the name of the country as well.

==Going on now==
===''Wicked'' play, around the world===
'''Now playing: ''Wicked''.''' This is the award-winning musical based on Gregory Maguire's novel ''Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West''. The book is by Winnie Holzman, the music by Stephen Schwartz, and the show is directed by Joe Mantello. It has done so well, it has spawned the following productions:

* [http://www.gershwintheatre.com/ Gershwin Theater], Broadway, New York City, New York. Tickets may be purchased online at [http://www.ticketmaster.com/venue/24579 ticketmaster.com]. For more details, go to [http://wickedthemusical.com/ wickedthemusical.com]. For a "Behind the Emerald Curtain" tour on Saturday mornings, go to https://wickedthemusical.com/behind-the-emerald-curtain#scrolldown for details.

* The Apollo Victoria Theatre, The West End, London, England, United Kingdom. For more information, including booking tickets, see http://www.wickedthemusical.co.uk/.

* ''Wicked'' is also touring the United States and Canada. For more information and updates about the tour, see https://wickedthemusical.com/tickets/#tour. Here's the current schedule (locations and dates are subject to change):
** Now through March 22, 2026: [https://www.ppacri.org/events/detail/wicked-2 Providence Performing Arts Center], Providence, Rhode Island
** March 25-April 5, 2026: [https://www.broadwayincolumbia.com/upcoming-shows/ Koger Center for the Arts], Columbia, South Carolina
** April 8-19, 2026: [https://www.celebrityattractions.com/shows/10200/WICKED/Little-Rock/2026 Robinson Center], Little Rock, Arkansas
** April 22-May 3, 2026: Juanita K. Hammons Hall, Springfield, Missouri
** May 6-June 14, 2026: [https://dallas.broadway.com/shows/wicked/ Music Hall at Fair Park], Dallas, Texas
** June 17-July 5, 2026: [https://ticketomaha.com/Productions/wicked Orpheum Theater], Omaha, Nebraska
** July 8-August 9, 2026: [https://hennepinarts.org/events/wicked Orpheum Theatre], Minneapolis, Minnesota
** August 12-30, 2026: [https://kansascity.broadway.com/shows/wicked/ Music Hall], Kansas City, Missouri
** September 2-20, 2026: [https://www.desmoinesperformingarts.org/whats-on/events/2025-26/broadway/wicked Des Moines Civic Center], Des Moines, Iowa

* A non-reproduction staging is now running at the Teatr Muzyczny ROMA in Warsaw, Poland. For more information, see https://www.teatrroma.pl/spektakl/wicked/.

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===''The Wiz'' play, national tour===
'''''The Wiz'' play, national tour.''' After its Broadway run, this new staging of the Tony-winning musical adaptation of ''The Wizard of Oz'' heads out on a North American tour. The following dates have been announced:

* Now through March 15, 2026: [https://cincinnati.broadway.com/shows/the-wiz/ Aronhoff Center], Cincinnati, Ohio
* April 21-26, 2026: [https://www.altriatheater.com/events/detail/the-wiz-2025 Altria Center], Richmond, Virginia
* May 5-10, 2026: [https://www.celebrityattractions.com/shows/10194/THE-WIZ/Tulsa/2026 Tulsa Performing Arts Center], Tulsa, Oklahoma
* May 12-17, 2026: [https://austin.broadway.com/shows/the-wiz/ Bass Concert Hall], Austin, Texas
* May 19-24, 2026: [https://www.okcbroadway.com/wiz Civic Center Music Hall], Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
* May 26-31, 2026: [https://americantheatreguild.com/toledo/shows/the-wiz/ Stranahan Theater], Toledo, Ohio

More dates and cities will be coming. For more information, see the show's website at https://wizmusical.com/.

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===''The Wizard of Oz on Ice'' on tour===
'''Now on Tour: ''The Wizard of Oz on Ice''.''' The new, reimagined version of the 1990s ice show returns for another season. The company has announced the following tour dates:
* March 11, 2026: [https://mizzouarts.missouri.edu/university-concert-series-returns-for-118th-season/ Jesse Auditorium, University of Missouri], Columbia, Missouri
* March 14, 2026: [https://www.skokospac.org/ Shokos Performing Arts Center], Alma, Arkansas
* March 15, 2026: [https://www.coppellartscenter.org/events/detail/2026-wizard-of-oz-on-ice Coppell Arts Center], Coppell, Texas
* March 19, 2026: [https://coffeecountyartsalliance.org/product/wizard/ Enterprise High School Performing Arts Center], Enterprise, Alabama
* March 20, 2026: [https://fordcenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Ford Center for the Performing Arts], Oxford, Mississippi
* March 21, 2026: [https://tickets.thegrand.com/Online/mapSelect.asp?doWork::WSmap::loadMap=Load&createBO::WSmap=1&BOparam::WSmap::loadMap::performance_ids=BF23CAB4-BB58-48F2-B25A-98FC0873E482 The Grand 1894 Opera House], Galveston, Texas
* March 22, 2026: [https://ci.ovationtix.com/35987/production/1241069?performanceId=11647305 Temple Theater], Lufkin, Texas
* March 27, 2026: [https://www.moonlightstage.com/shows-tickets Moonlight Amphitheatre], Vista, California
* March 28, 2026: [https://www.ycpac.com/Online/default.asp?BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Avenue_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Acity_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Amonth_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Aobject_type_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Acategory_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_from=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_to=&doWork%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3Asearch=1&BOparam%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3Asearch%3A%3Aarticle_search_id=EE8716B4-0827-4B0D-9ACB-038A148DF966&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_criteria=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_from=2026-3-28&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_to=2026-3-28 Jim and Linda Lee Performing Arts Center], Prescott, Arizona
* March 29, 2026: [https://tickets.haughpac.com/wizard Haugh Performing Arts Center], Glendora, California
* March 30, 2026: [https://higleycenter.org/ Higley Center for the Performing Arts], Gilbert, Arizona
* April 10, 2026: [https://www.sunsetcenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Sunset Cultural Center], Carmel-by-the-Sea, California
* April 11, 2026: [https://www.lpac.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Lancaster Performing Arts Center], Lancaster, California
* April 12, 2026: [https://livermorearts.org/ Livermore Valley Performing Arts Center], Livermore, California
* April 15, 2026: [https://craterian.org/event/the-wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Craterian Theater], Medford, Oregon
* April 16, 2026: [https://columbiatheatre.com/new-events/wizard-of-oz-on-ice Columbia Theatre], Longview, Washington
* April 17, 2026: [https://www.washingtoncenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice-4-17-2026/ Washington Center for the Performing Arts], Olympia, Washington
* April 19, 2026: [https://buttearts.org/ Mother Lode Theatre], Butte, Montana
* April 30, 2026: [https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/41568594/wizard-of-oz-on-ice-pembroke-givens-performing-arts-center?_gl=1*17vkium*_ga*MTg1OTc1NzAyOS4xNzU3MTE1MzQz*_ga_LQFXLBGNDL*czE3NTcxMTUzNDMkbzEkZzEkdDE3NTcxMTUzNzMkajMwJGwwJGgw Givens Performing Arts Center], Pembroke, North Carolina

For more information about the show, see the website at https://wizardofozonice.com/.

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===''Ozmafia'' anime series, on the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Ozmafia'' anime series, crunchyroll.com.''' In this Japanese anime series (based on the video game of the same name), Scarlet is a new transfer student at Oz Academy. He doesn't get off to a good start, but the teachers seem nice enough. But what strange secrets are hiding at Oz Academy, and why are they at war with the other academies? Episodes (in Japanese, with English subtitles) are available to view online at http://www.crunchyroll.com/ozmafia for free.

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===''The Wizard of Oz'' and ''The Wiz'', throughout the United Kingdom===
'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz'', throughout the United Kingdom.''' Oz is a popular show to perform in the United Kingdom, and there always seems to be a show going on somewhere. For a complete listing of all upcoming productions of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in the United Kingdom, see the listings at [http://www.list.co.uk/events/theatre/what:The%20Wizard%20of%20Oz/sort:date/show:100/ ''The List''], naturally. They also have listings for performances of [http://www.list.co.uk/events/theatre/what:The%20Wiz/sort:date/show:100/ ''The Wiz''].

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===''Emerald City'' television series, NBC.com===
'''''Emerald City'' television series, NBC.com''' The latest Oz TV project has gone through its broadcast run on NBC. But the show's website is still up at http://www.nbc.com/emerald-city. You can still watch episodes online at http://www.nbc.com/emerald-city/episodes, and the show is also streaming on Peacock.

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===''Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz'', Internet Streaming and Cablecast===
'''Now playing: ''Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz'' cartoon series, Internet Streaming.''' This is the latest Oz cartoon series, based (very loosely) on the famous 1939 film version. Dorothy is now a princess of Oz and living in the Emerald City with Queen Ozma. But she's still having adventures! For more information, see the show's website at https://watch.boomerang.com/shows/dorothy-franchise/series/dorothy-series/volume-1. Or, if you have the Boomerang or Cartoon Network cable channels, episodes are now being shown in territories around the world, outside the United States, also have the show, so check your local version of the Cartoon Network, Boomerang, or Max channels or websites.

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===''Lost in Oz'' series, Internet streaming===
'''Now playing: ''Lost in Oz'', Amazon Video streaming.''' This animated series from Amazon tells the story of Dorothy, a modern-day girl, and her dog Toto, who are whisked to Oz when Dorothy opens one of her mother's old journals. To get home, she must find the elements of magic and help restore magic to Oz. Fortunately she has made friends with Ojo the Munchkin and West, a trainee witch, to help her out. To get started, see Amazon's ''Lost in Oz'' website at https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00Z89MYTI! And in November of 2022, [https://www.youtube.com/embed/h4fc1XvdBrk this short was dropped] with news of what's to come.

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===''Dee & Friends in Oz'', Netflix worldwide===
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'''Now playing: ''Dee & Friends in Oz'', Netflix worldwide.''' The streaming service has announced their new shows for 2024, including ''Dee & Friends in Oz'', an animated musical series aimed at preschoolers. Dee is a young girl who discovers a key to the magical land of Oz, where she makes friends and has has adventures where she saves the day. Want a sneak peek? [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oPAZCfmc0mQ&ab_channel=NetflixJr. Here's the first episode!]

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===''Chronicles of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now streaming: The ''Chronicles of Oz'' podcast.''' This audio adaptation of the first three Oz books, each in six episodes, presents ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', ''The Marvellous Land of Oz'', and ''Ozma of Oz'', plus a special episode adapting ''The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus''. Produced by Crossover Adventure Productions out of Australia. All episodes, along with trailers and other materials, can be downloaded at http://chroniclesofoz.com/.

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===''The Royal Podcast of Oz'', the Internet===
'''Now streaming: ''The Royal Podcast of Oz'', podbean.com and other podcasting sites.''' Now running for over a decade, this podcast is devoted to all things Oz, with interviews, reviews, news, and other items of interest to Oz fans of all types. You can listen to or download all editions at https://anchor.fm/the-royal-podcast-of-oz/, or look for it on your favorite podcast site.

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===''Wait Wait…Don't Tell Me'', National Public Radio===
'''Now streaming: ''Wait Wait…Don't Tell Me'' edition of May 11, 2019, npr.org.''' The popular current events quiz show recorded this episode in St. Louis, and got one of the city's most celebrated residents to play "Not My Job". Former Cardinals shortstop and Hall of Fame inductee Ozzie Smith was nicknamed "The Wizard of Oz" in his playing days, so naturally, he gets to answer questions about ''The Wizard of Oz''! You can listen to the entire episode [https://www.npr.org/programs/wait-wait-dont-tell-me/722132214/wait-wait-for-may-11-2019-with-not-my-job-guest-ozzie-smith?showDate=2019-05-11 here], or just Smith's segment [https://www.npr.org/2019/05/11/721853591/not-my-job-we-quiz-baseball-great-ozzie-smith-on-the-wizard-of-oz here].

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===''Hit the Bricks!'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Hit the Bricks!'' podcast, the Internet.''' One hundred years after the events of ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', the Gale farm is abandoned, and a new generation is off to have adventures in Oz. The first act has now dropped, with further episodes to come. For more information, see the show's website at https://hitthebricks.com/, and its Twitter feed at https://twitter.com/HitTheBricksPod/.

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===''The Smallwood Sessions'' podcast, "The Podcast of Oz", the Internet===
'''Now playing: "The Podcast of Oz" episode of ''The Smallwood Sessions'' podcast.''' To celebrate what would have been the 2020 edition of Chittenango's Oz-Stravaganza, this podcast about upstate New York celebrates Oz and creator L. Frank Baum's connections to the area. To listen, go to https://anchor.fm/josh-taylor87/episodes/Episode-22-The-Podcast-of-Oz-ef05f4.

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===''Down the Yellow Brick Pod'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Down the Yellow Brick Pod'' podcast.''' This podcast takes a deep dive into the Oz books, one chapter at a time, and looks at all that they encompass. Available on many podcast sources, including Google Podcasts, and through [https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS8xMTcyMTM4LnJzcw?hl=en this link].

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===''The Wonderful Recap of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''The Wonderful Recap of Oz'' podcast.''' This podcast recaps the Oz books, one per episode. Available Available on many podcast sources, including Google Podcasts, and through [https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy80ZjgyMWIyYy9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw== this link].

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===''No Place Like Home'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''No Place Like Home'' podcast.''' This podcast looks at the Ruby Slippers, how they were stolen in 2005 and found again in 2018, and all the background behind them, the production of The Movie, the life of Judy Garland, and more. Available on most podcasting sites. For more information, the show's website is at https://shows.cadence13.com/podcast/noplacelikehome.

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===''The Lost Princess of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''The Lost Princess of Oz'' podcast.''' A new, original Oz story for kids (of all ages), told in six parts, with songs, and presented by the Delaware Children's Theatre. Although based on Baum's writings, this is not the same story as his novel ''The Lost Princess of Oz''. For more information, or to subscribe, see the show's website at https://www.thelostprincessofozpodcast.com/.

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===''The Wizard of Oz: A Homegrown American Fairy Tale'' radio broadcast, BBC World Service===
'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz: A Homegrown American Fairy Tale'' radio documentary, BBC World Service and online streaming.''' This program looks at the origins and mythology of ''The Wizard of Oz'' and how it came about. It is currently available to listen or download online, anywhere in the world. Check the program's website at https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/w3ct1rl9 to listen to it online, or to download it.

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===To Oz? To Oz! online convention, the Internet===
'''To Oz? To Oz! online convention.''' With so many Oz events having to be cancelled this year because of the COVID-19 pandemic, a bunch of them got together to present some of their events to a worldwide, online audience for free. The live portions of the convention have now ended, but if you go to https://ozis.us/, you can see many prerecorded talks and events.

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===The OzConnection, YouTube===
'''The OzConnection, YouTube.''' OzCon International, the world's longest running ''Wizard of Oz'' convention, now has a YouTube channel at "The OzConnection", which features highlights of earlier cons and new material. The link is at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQU5pEFZZ6n_vXvRalgclSg.

The OzConnection has recently started two shows specifically for their channel. The first is a talk show called "OZ:Connect", which you can find in a playlist at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r-NAe0FKDXk&list=PLVNfENfXbx111GmnLLJFklUVGxPl1zUC-. The other new show is "Crypto-Oz-ology", short stories about all kinds of unusual happenings in Oz, which is in a playlist at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sCoSH97u4ts&list=PLVNfENfXbx11g0DhXikoqyP0dslwHeC1h.

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===Oz Talk, YouTube===
'''''Oz Talk'' panel talk show, YouTube.''' Join five Oz friends as they discuss any and all Oz subjects under the sun. New episodes will drop every two weeks on [https://www.youtube.com/c/TheOfficialOzClub/videos the Official Oz Club's YouTube Channel]. You can find the playlist for ''Oz Talk'' at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VNINbbefPS4&list=PL3OVMLWgINCRfgeWZR8GPJOp11rR73Ssc.

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===''Fifty Years of Oziana'' Readings, Youtube===
'''''Fifty Years of Oziana'' short story readings, YouTube.''' To celebrate fifty years of ''Oziana'', the International Wizard of Oz Club's annual literary magazine, Club members read stories from the last five decades. Many authors have even revisited their own stories. You can see the playlist of all stories [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hm6WXDLg9U8&list=PL3OVMLWgINCQ2a_CDuBggCt7kCYVaS4yD right here].

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===''Rainbow'' movie, Netflix===
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'''Now playing: ''Rainbow'', on Netflix worldwide.''' The first streaming service premieres this new movie, from director Paco León, that uses themes and imagery from ''The Wizard of Oz'' to explore the coming of age of Dora, a young Spanish woman who finds that everything she thought she knew about her life may be wrong. Available in an English dub, or with English subtitles.

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===The Wizard of Oz Experience, Around the World===
'''The Wizard of Oz Experience.''' The interactive outdoors event will be making making another set of appearances around the United States, Canada, and Australia in the spring of 2024. Take a look at https://questoapp.com/ for when it's coming to your town.

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===The Wicked Wizard Afternoon Tea, London, England, United Kingdom===
'''The Wicked Wizard Afternoon Tea, The Franklin Hotel, London, England, United Kingdom.''' Enjoy an Oz-themed tea, inspired by ''The Wizard of Oz'' and ''Wicked'', in the heart of London's Knightsbridge district. Tea is served from noon to 6:00, costs £49 (spirits are extra), and reservations must be made at least twenty-four hours in advance. For more information, including the menu, see [https://collezione.starhotels.com/en/our-hotels/the-franklin-london/restaurants-and-bars/wicked-wizard-at-the-franklin.html?_gl=1*1cfuckg*_up*MQ..*_gs*MQ..*_ga*MzU1MjIzMDI0LjE3NDE1NzY0NjA.*_ga_444Y1N2CEK*MTc0MTU3NjQ1OC4xLjEuMTc0MTU3NjU3NS4wLjAuMTkzNzQwNjk0Nw..*_ga_YXSDGTQ8NB*MTc0MTU3NjQ1OC4xLjEuMTc0MTU3NjU3NS4wLjAuNDIxNjUwMTc1&gclid=Cj0KCQiAlbW-BhCMARIsADnwasphX4BQH4lMNEKBognzeTmjcu96bA-ZlcDfhhU2ouaxc5CgyV41YLMaAjUfEALw_wcB the Franklin's website].

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===''Ruby Red Handed: Stealing America’s Most Famous Pair of Shoes'', Hulu===
'''Now playing: ''Ruby Red Handed: Stealing America’s Most Famous Pair of Shoes'', Hulu Streaming Service.''' This ABC News documentary delves into the 2005 theft of a pair of Ruby Slippers in Minnesota and the subsequent investigation and recovery. Keep an eye out here for more information and links.

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===''The Wizard of Oz'', Las Vegas, Nevada===
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'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz'' at the Sphere, Las Vegas, Nevada.''' See the famous 1939 film version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in a whole new way. This is an immersive reimagining in 16K on a huge screen surrounding the audience. For more information and to buy tickets, go to https://www.thesphere.com/shows/wizard-of-oz-experience.

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===Candlelight: ''The Wizard of Oz'' concerts, around the world===
'''Candlelight: ''The Wizard of OZ'' concerts, around the world.''' In conjunction with Warner Bros., Candlelight is presenting songs from the famous movie version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in venues around the world amidst a sea of flickering candles. For more information, or to locate a concert, see the website at https://candlelightexperience.com/wizard-of-oz-concerts/.

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===The Land of Oz: Beyond the Page Museum Exhibit, Chicago, Illinois===
'''Now through March 15, 2026: The Land of Oz: Beyond the Page Museum Exhibit, Driehaus Museum, Chicago, Illinois.''' This exhibit focuses on design elements of the famous 1939 film adaptation of ''The Wizard of Oz''. Items on display include replicas of the Ruby Slippers and the Cowardly Lion's "Courage" medal, an early draft script, and a prototype for the Flying Monkey's costumes. For more information, see the museum's website at https://driehausmuseum.org/exhibitions.

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===Bloomland in Oz, Burlington, Ontario, Canada===
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'''Now through April 6, 2026: Bloomland in Oz, Royal Botanical Gardens Canada, Burlington, Ontario, Canada.''' The Gardens' 2026 showcase features floral displays and artistic creations, all inspired by the novel ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz''. For more information or to purchase tickets, see the website at https://www.rbg.ca/things-to-do/by-season/special-events/winter-exhibit/. And here's a behind-the-scenes look:
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===Stories of Cinema: Identity exhibit, Los Angeles, California===
'''Now through January 10, 2027: Stories of Cinema: Identity exhibit, Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, Los Angeles, California.''' The Academy Museum has brought its pair of Ruby Slippers back for the public to view. This exhibit also includes costumes and design studies from such movies as ''Flower Drum Song'', ''Dreamgirls'', ''Moulin Rouge!'', ''Amadeus'', ''Ma Raimey's Black Bottom'', ''Barbie'', and ''Wicked''. For more information, see the museum's website at https://www.academymuseum.org/en/exhibitions/stories-of-cinema-identity.

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==March 2026==
===Lorna Luft, Las Vegas, Nevada===
'''March 14-15, 2026: Lorna Luft, The Palazzo Theatre, The Venetian, Las Vegas, Nevada.''' An actor and singer in her own right, Lorna Luft is also Judy Garland's daughter. Join her for an intimate, personal celebration of ''The Wizard of Oz'' and her mother's life and career. For more information or te purchase tickets, see https://www.venetianlasvegas.com/entertainment/lorna-luft.html.

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===An Emerald Evening in Oz, Kansas City, Missouri===
'''March 28, 2026: An Emerald Evening in Oz, The Midland Theatre, Kansas City, Missouri.''' The Kansas City Repertory Theatre's latest fundraiser has a distinctly Ozian touch this year, in celebration of the company's upcoming production of ''The Wizard of Oz''. For more information, including how to reserve a seat or a table, see https://kcrep.org/event/gala/.

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==April 2026==
===''Return to Oz'' 40th Anniversary Screening, San Francisco, California===
'''April 9, 2026: ''Return to Oz'' 40th Anniversary Screening, The Castro Theatre, San Francisco, California.''' The legendary San Francisco theater is opening again after renavations, and part of the program will be a rare theatrical screening of the 1985 Disney movie ''Return to Oz'' to celebrate it's fortieth anniversary (maybe a few months late). The special guest is director Walter Murch, who will discuss the film and answer questions afterwards. For more details, see the show's website at https://thecastro.com/events/movies-for-maniacs-260409/

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===Garmin Marathon in the Land of Oz, Olathe, Kansas===
'''April 26, 2026: Garmin Marathon in the Land of Oz, Olathe, Kansas.''' If you're going to have a 26.2-mile run in Kansas, you may as well give it an Oz theme! For more information and to register, see the race's website at http://ozrun.org/.

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==May/June 2026==
===''The Wizard of Oz'' play, Kansas City, Missouri===
'''May 5-24, 2026: ''The Wizard of Oz'' play, Kansas City Repertory Theatre, Kansas City, Missouri.''' The company presents the Royal Shakespeare Company's adaptation of the famous musical version of the story, based on the famous movie. For more details or to purchase tickets, see https://kcrep.org/event/the-wizard-of-oz/.

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===Yellow Brick Road Festival, Sedan, Kansas===
'''May 22-23, 2026: Yellow Brick Road Festival, Sedan, Kansas.''' This town in Kansas celebrates ''The Wizard of Oz'' every year. For details, see http://www.lasr.net/travel/city.php?Sedan&Kansas&Yellow+Brick+Road+Festival&City_ID=KS0604019&Event_ID=KS0604019e002&VE=Y or call 620-725-4033.

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===Oz-Stravaganza, Chittenango, New York===
'''June 5-7, 2026: Oz-Stravaganza, Chittenango, New York.''' This village in upstate New York honors its native son, L. Frank Baum, with an annual festival honoring his creation, the Land of Oz. For more information, see the event's website at http://www.oz-stravaganza.com/.

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==August 2026==
===Oz Festival Illinois, Mapleton, Illinois===
'''August (exact date to be announced), 2025: Oz Fest Illinois, Butler Haynes Park, Mapleton, Illinois.'''. For more information, see the event's website at https://www.hollispark.org/oz-fest, or the Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/OzFestIllinois/.

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==September 2026==
===Autumn at Oz Party, Banner Elk, North Carolina===
'''September (exact dates to be announced), 2026: Autumn at Oz Party, Beech Mountain, Banner Elk, North Carolina.''' The Wizard of Oz Park on the mountain may no longer be in regular operation, but it's still there, and Oz and park fans get together once a year for a party. Hurricane Hélène paused the event for 2025, but there's hope for a return in 2026. For more information, check out https://landofoznc.com/.

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===OzFest, Liberal, Kansas===
'''September (exact date to be announced), 2026: OzFest, Liberal, Kansas.''' The home town of the Dorothy's House attraction hosts its annual tribute to Dorothy and Oz. For more information, see [https://www.lasr.net/travel/city.php?Ozfest&TravelTo=KS1019015&VE=Y&Event_ID=KS1019015e002 the city's events page] and [http://visitliberal.com/ the city's website] (and be sure to call 1-800-LIBERAL to confirm event and dates).

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==October 2026==
===Oztoberfest, Wamego, Kansas===
'''October (exact date to be announced), 2026: Oztoberfest, Wamego, Kansas.''' The town not only has an Oz museum, they put on an annual Oz festival. Authors and other special guests will attend, and there's also admission to the museum. For more details, call the Oz museum at 1-866-458-TOTO, or see the event's website at http://oztoberfest.com/.

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==November 2026==
===TeslaCon, Middleton, Wisconsin===
'''November 12-15, 2026: TeslaCon, Marriott of Middleton, Middleton, Wisconsin.''' The country's largest steampunk convention celebrates its sixteenth edition, and this year the theme is Oz. For more information, see the convention's website at https://teslacon.com/.

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==Holiday Season 2026-27==
===''The Wizard of Oz'', holiday cablecasts===
'''''The Wizard of Oz'' holiday cablecasts, TBS and TNT.''' The stations' annual holiday season showings of the famous film version are, generally speaking, around Thanksgiving on TBS and Christmas on TNT. Check your local provider for exact times and channels on your system. Keep checking back for updates.

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===''The Wiz'' holiday telecasts===
'''''The Wiz'' holiday telecasts.''' Channels have holiday time airings of the 1978 film adaptation of ''The Wiz'', starring Diana Ross as Dorothy, Michael Jackson as the Scarecrow, Lena Horne as Glinda, and Richard Pryor as the Wiz. Keep checking back for updates.

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===''If I Only Had Christmas'' television movie, The Hallmark Channel===
'''''If I Only Had Christmas'' television movie, The Hallmark Channel.''' A Hallmark Christmas romance movie, first shown in 2020 and based (extremely loosely) on ''The Wizard of Oz''! Candace Cameron Bure stars as Darcy Gale, a publicist who teams up with Huck, a cynical business owner played by Neil Webb, to help out a charity in need. It airs many times at Christmas, and occasionally at other times throughout the year (check your local television provider for exact time and channel on your system). For more details and a sneak peek behind the scenes, take a look at [https://www.etonline.com/candace-cameron-bure-stars-in-hallmark-channels-if-i-only-had-christmas-first-look-exclusive-154864 the news report on the ''Entertainment Tonight'' website]. And [https://celebratingthesoaps.com/hallmark/hallmark-channel-news-wizard-of-oz-reimagined-candace-cameron-bure-in-if-i-only-had-christmas/ here's another report with another preview]. Finally, [https://www.hallmarkchannel.com/if-i-only-had-christmas here's the movie's page on the channel's website].

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==January 2027==
===Волшебник Изумрудного города, часть II, theaters throughout Russia===
'''January 1, 2027: ''Волшебник Изумрудного города, часть II'', theaters throughout Russia.''' The epic cinematic adaptation of Aleksandr Volkov's version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' comes to Russian theaters. Elli, Totoshka, Strasheela, the Iron Woodman, and the Cowardly Lion have reached the Emerald City. But will they meet the Wizard? What price will he ask from them to grant their wishes? Here's the teaser trailer:
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==To Be Determined==
===Wizard of Oz Days, Macon, Missouri===
'''Exact date to be announced: Wizard of Oz Days, Hannibal, Missouri.''' For complete details, see the event's Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/WizardofOzDays.

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OzWiki:Current events

2026-03-09T02:50:27Z

Ericgjovaag: /* The Wizard of Oz on Ice on tour */

Other Oz events can also be found on [https://www.ozclub.org/calendar/ the International Wizard of Oz Club's online calendar].

Please note that, since I live in the United States and most Oz events take place in the United States, I will identify most event locations by city and state only. Any events taking place in other countries will include the name of the country as well.

==Going on now==
===''Wicked'' play, around the world===
'''Now playing: ''Wicked''.''' This is the award-winning musical based on Gregory Maguire's novel ''Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West''. The book is by Winnie Holzman, the music by Stephen Schwartz, and the show is directed by Joe Mantello. It has done so well, it has spawned the following productions:

* [http://www.gershwintheatre.com/ Gershwin Theater], Broadway, New York City, New York. Tickets may be purchased online at [http://www.ticketmaster.com/venue/24579 ticketmaster.com]. For more details, go to [http://wickedthemusical.com/ wickedthemusical.com]. For a "Behind the Emerald Curtain" tour on Saturday mornings, go to https://wickedthemusical.com/behind-the-emerald-curtain#scrolldown for details.

* The Apollo Victoria Theatre, The West End, London, England, United Kingdom. For more information, including booking tickets, see http://www.wickedthemusical.co.uk/.

* ''Wicked'' is also touring the United States and Canada. For more information and updates about the tour, see https://wickedthemusical.com/tickets/#tour. Here's the current schedule (locations and dates are subject to change):
** Now through March 22, 2026: [https://www.ppacri.org/events/detail/wicked-2 Providence Performing Arts Center], Providence, Rhode Island
** March 25-April 5, 2026: [https://www.broadwayincolumbia.com/upcoming-shows/ Koger Center for the Arts], Columbia, South Carolina
** April 8-19, 2026: [https://www.celebrityattractions.com/shows/10200/WICKED/Little-Rock/2026 Robinson Center], Little Rock, Arkansas
** April 22-May 3, 2026: Juanita K. Hammons Hall, Springfield, Missouri
** May 6-June 14, 2026: [https://dallas.broadway.com/shows/wicked/ Music Hall at Fair Park], Dallas, Texas
** June 17-July 5, 2026: [https://ticketomaha.com/Productions/wicked Orpheum Theater], Omaha, Nebraska
** July 8-August 9, 2026: [https://hennepinarts.org/events/wicked Orpheum Theatre], Minneapolis, Minnesota
** August 12-30, 2026: [https://kansascity.broadway.com/shows/wicked/ Music Hall], Kansas City, Missouri
** September 2-20, 2026: [https://www.desmoinesperformingarts.org/whats-on/events/2025-26/broadway/wicked Des Moines Civic Center], Des Moines, Iowa

* A non-reproduction staging is now running at the Teatr Muzyczny ROMA in Warsaw, Poland. For more information, see https://www.teatrroma.pl/spektakl/wicked/.

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===''The Wiz'' play, national tour===
'''''The Wiz'' play, national tour.''' After its Broadway run, this new staging of the Tony-winning musical adaptation of ''The Wizard of Oz'' heads out on a North American tour. The following dates have been announced:

* Now through March 15, 2026: [https://cincinnati.broadway.com/shows/the-wiz/ Aronhoff Center], Cincinnati, Ohio
* April 21-26, 2026: [https://www.altriatheater.com/events/detail/the-wiz-2025 Altria Center], Richmond, Virginia
* May 5-10, 2026: [https://www.celebrityattractions.com/shows/10194/THE-WIZ/Tulsa/2026 Tulsa Performing Arts Center], Tulsa, Oklahoma
* May 12-17, 2026: [https://austin.broadway.com/shows/the-wiz/ Bass Concert Hall], Austin, Texas
* May 19-24, 2026: [https://www.okcbroadway.com/wiz Civic Center Music Hall], Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
* May 26-31, 2026: [https://americantheatreguild.com/toledo/shows/the-wiz/ Stranahan Theater], Toledo, Ohio

More dates and cities will be coming. For more information, see the show's website at https://wizmusical.com/.

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===''The Wizard of Oz on Ice'' on tour===
'''Now on Tour: ''The Wizard of Oz on Ice''.''' The new, reimagined version of the 1990s ice show returns for another season. The company has announced the following tour dates:
* March 11, 2026: [https://mizzouarts.missouri.edu/university-concert-series-returns-for-118th-season/ Jesse Auditorium, University of Missouri], Columbia, Missouri
* March 14, 2026: [https://www.skokospac.org/ Shokos Performing Arts Center], Alma, Arkansas
* March 15, 2026: [https://www.coppellartscenter.org/events/detail/2026-wizard-of-oz-on-ice Coppell Arts Center], Coppell, Texas
* March 19, 2026: [https://coffeecountyartsalliance.org/product/wizard/ Enterprise High School Performing Arts Center], Enterprise, Alabama
* March 20, 2026: [https://fordcenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Ford Center for the Performing Arts], Oxford, Mississippi
* March 21, 2026: [https://tickets.thegrand.com/Online/mapSelect.asp?doWork::WSmap::loadMap=Load&createBO::WSmap=1&BOparam::WSmap::loadMap::performance_ids=BF23CAB4-BB58-48F2-B25A-98FC0873E482 The Grand 1894 Opera House], Galveston, Texas
* March 22, 2026: [https://ci.ovationtix.com/35987/production/1241069?performanceId=11647305 Temple Theater], Lufkin, Texas
* March 27, 2026: [https://www.moonlightstage.com/shows-tickets Moonlight Amphitheatre], Vista, California
* March 28, 2026: [https://www.ycpac.com/Online/default.asp?BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Avenue_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Acity_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Amonth_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Aobject_type_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Acategory_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_from=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_to=&doWork%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3Asearch=1&BOparam%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3Asearch%3A%3Aarticle_search_id=EE8716B4-0827-4B0D-9ACB-038A148DF966&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_criteria=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_from=2026-3-28&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_to=2026-3-28 Jim and Linda Lee Performing Arts Center], Prescott, Arizona
* March 29, 2026: [https://tickets.haughpac.com/wizard Haugh Performing Arts Center], Glendora, California
* March 30, 2026: [https://higleycenter.org/ Higley Center for the Performing Arts], Gilbert, Arizona
* April 10, 2026: [https://www.sunsetcenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Sunset Cultural Center], Carmel-by-the-Sea, California
* April 11, 2026: [https://www.lpac.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Lancaster Performing Arts Center], Lancaster, California
* April 12, 2026: [https://livermorearts.org/ Livermore Valley Performing Arts Center], Livermore, California
* April 15, 2026: [https://craterian.org/event/the-wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Craterian Theater], Medford, Oregon
* April 16, 2026: [https://columbiatheatre.com/new-events/wizard-of-oz-on-ice Columbia Theatre], Longview, Washington
* April 17, 2026: [https://www.washingtoncenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice-4-17-2026/ Washington Center for the Performing Arts], Olympia, Washington
* April 19, 2026: [https://buttearts.org/ Mother Lode Theatre], Butte, Montana
* April 30, 2026: [https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/41568594/wizard-of-oz-on-ice-pembroke-givens-performing-arts-center?_gl=1*17vkium*_ga*MTg1OTc1NzAyOS4xNzU3MTE1MzQz*_ga_LQFXLBGNDL*czE3NTcxMTUzNDMkbzEkZzEkdDE3NTcxMTUzNzMkajMwJGwwJGgw Givens Performing Arts Center], Pembroke, North Carolina

For more information about the show, see the website at https://wizardofozonice.com/.

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===''Ozmafia'' anime series, on the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Ozmafia'' anime series, crunchyroll.com.''' In this Japanese anime series (based on the video game of the same name), Scarlet is a new transfer student at Oz Academy. He doesn't get off to a good start, but the teachers seem nice enough. But what strange secrets are hiding at Oz Academy, and why are they at war with the other academies? Episodes (in Japanese, with English subtitles) are available to view online at http://www.crunchyroll.com/ozmafia for free.

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===''The Wizard of Oz'' and ''The Wiz'', throughout the United Kingdom===
'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz'', throughout the United Kingdom.''' Oz is a popular show to perform in the United Kingdom, and there always seems to be a show going on somewhere. For a complete listing of all upcoming productions of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in the United Kingdom, see the listings at [http://www.list.co.uk/events/theatre/what:The%20Wizard%20of%20Oz/sort:date/show:100/ ''The List''], naturally. They also have listings for performances of [http://www.list.co.uk/events/theatre/what:The%20Wiz/sort:date/show:100/ ''The Wiz''].

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===''Emerald City'' television series, NBC.com===
'''''Emerald City'' television series, NBC.com''' The latest Oz TV project has gone through its broadcast run on NBC. But the show's website is still up at http://www.nbc.com/emerald-city. You can still watch episodes online at http://www.nbc.com/emerald-city/episodes, and the show is also streaming on Peacock.

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===''Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz'', Internet Streaming and Cablecast===
'''Now playing: ''Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz'' cartoon series, Internet Streaming.''' This is the latest Oz cartoon series, based (very loosely) on the famous 1939 film version. Dorothy is now a princess of Oz and living in the Emerald City with Queen Ozma. But she's still having adventures! For more information, see the show's website at https://watch.boomerang.com/shows/dorothy-franchise/series/dorothy-series/volume-1. Or, if you have the Boomerang or Cartoon Network cable channels, episodes are now being shown in territories around the world, outside the United States, also have the show, so check your local version of the Cartoon Network, Boomerang, or Max channels or websites.

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===''Lost in Oz'' series, Internet streaming===
'''Now playing: ''Lost in Oz'', Amazon Video streaming.''' This animated series from Amazon tells the story of Dorothy, a modern-day girl, and her dog Toto, who are whisked to Oz when Dorothy opens one of her mother's old journals. To get home, she must find the elements of magic and help restore magic to Oz. Fortunately she has made friends with Ojo the Munchkin and West, a trainee witch, to help her out. To get started, see Amazon's ''Lost in Oz'' website at https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00Z89MYTI! And in November of 2022, [https://www.youtube.com/embed/h4fc1XvdBrk this short was dropped] with news of what's to come.

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===''Dee & Friends in Oz'', Netflix worldwide===
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'''Now playing: ''Dee & Friends in Oz'', Netflix worldwide.''' The streaming service has announced their new shows for 2024, including ''Dee & Friends in Oz'', an animated musical series aimed at preschoolers. Dee is a young girl who discovers a key to the magical land of Oz, where she makes friends and has has adventures where she saves the day. Want a sneak peek? [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oPAZCfmc0mQ&ab_channel=NetflixJr. Here's the first episode!]

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===''Chronicles of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now streaming: The ''Chronicles of Oz'' podcast.''' This audio adaptation of the first three Oz books, each in six episodes, presents ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', ''The Marvellous Land of Oz'', and ''Ozma of Oz'', plus a special episode adapting ''The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus''. Produced by Crossover Adventure Productions out of Australia. All episodes, along with trailers and other materials, can be downloaded at http://chroniclesofoz.com/.

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===''The Royal Podcast of Oz'', the Internet===
'''Now streaming: ''The Royal Podcast of Oz'', podbean.com and other podcasting sites.''' Now running for over a decade, this podcast is devoted to all things Oz, with interviews, reviews, news, and other items of interest to Oz fans of all types. You can listen to or download all editions at https://anchor.fm/the-royal-podcast-of-oz/, or look for it on your favorite podcast site.

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===''Wait Wait…Don't Tell Me'', National Public Radio===
'''Now streaming: ''Wait Wait…Don't Tell Me'' edition of May 11, 2019, npr.org.''' The popular current events quiz show recorded this episode in St. Louis, and got one of the city's most celebrated residents to play "Not My Job". Former Cardinals shortstop and Hall of Fame inductee Ozzie Smith was nicknamed "The Wizard of Oz" in his playing days, so naturally, he gets to answer questions about ''The Wizard of Oz''! You can listen to the entire episode [https://www.npr.org/programs/wait-wait-dont-tell-me/722132214/wait-wait-for-may-11-2019-with-not-my-job-guest-ozzie-smith?showDate=2019-05-11 here], or just Smith's segment [https://www.npr.org/2019/05/11/721853591/not-my-job-we-quiz-baseball-great-ozzie-smith-on-the-wizard-of-oz here].

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===''Hit the Bricks!'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Hit the Bricks!'' podcast, the Internet.''' One hundred years after the events of ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', the Gale farm is abandoned, and a new generation is off to have adventures in Oz. The first act has now dropped, with further episodes to come. For more information, see the show's website at https://hitthebricks.com/, and its Twitter feed at https://twitter.com/HitTheBricksPod/.

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===''The Smallwood Sessions'' podcast, "The Podcast of Oz", the Internet===
'''Now playing: "The Podcast of Oz" episode of ''The Smallwood Sessions'' podcast.''' To celebrate what would have been the 2020 edition of Chittenango's Oz-Stravaganza, this podcast about upstate New York celebrates Oz and creator L. Frank Baum's connections to the area. To listen, go to https://anchor.fm/josh-taylor87/episodes/Episode-22-The-Podcast-of-Oz-ef05f4.

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===''Down the Yellow Brick Pod'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Down the Yellow Brick Pod'' podcast.''' This podcast takes a deep dive into the Oz books, one chapter at a time, and looks at all that they encompass. Available on many podcast sources, including Google Podcasts, and through [https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS8xMTcyMTM4LnJzcw?hl=en this link].

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===''The Wonderful Recap of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''The Wonderful Recap of Oz'' podcast.''' This podcast recaps the Oz books, one per episode. Available Available on many podcast sources, including Google Podcasts, and through [https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy80ZjgyMWIyYy9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw== this link].

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===''No Place Like Home'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''No Place Like Home'' podcast.''' This podcast looks at the Ruby Slippers, how they were stolen in 2005 and found again in 2018, and all the background behind them, the production of The Movie, the life of Judy Garland, and more. Available on most podcasting sites. For more information, the show's website is at https://shows.cadence13.com/podcast/noplacelikehome.

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===''The Lost Princess of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''The Lost Princess of Oz'' podcast.''' A new, original Oz story for kids (of all ages), told in six parts, with songs, and presented by the Delaware Children's Theatre. Although based on Baum's writings, this is not the same story as his novel ''The Lost Princess of Oz''. For more information, or to subscribe, see the show's website at https://www.thelostprincessofozpodcast.com/.

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===''The Wizard of Oz: A Homegrown American Fairy Tale'' radio broadcast, BBC World Service===
'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz: A Homegrown American Fairy Tale'' radio documentary, BBC World Service and online streaming.''' This program looks at the origins and mythology of ''The Wizard of Oz'' and how it came about. It is currently available to listen or download online, anywhere in the world. Check the program's website at https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/w3ct1rl9 to listen to it online, or to download it.

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===To Oz? To Oz! online convention, the Internet===
'''To Oz? To Oz! online convention.''' With so many Oz events having to be cancelled this year because of the COVID-19 pandemic, a bunch of them got together to present some of their events to a worldwide, online audience for free. The live portions of the convention have now ended, but if you go to https://ozis.us/, you can see many prerecorded talks and events.

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===The OzConnection, YouTube===
'''The OzConnection, YouTube.''' OzCon International, the world's longest running ''Wizard of Oz'' convention, now has a YouTube channel at "The OzConnection", which features highlights of earlier cons and new material. The link is at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQU5pEFZZ6n_vXvRalgclSg.

The OzConnection has recently started two shows specifically for their channel. The first is a talk show called "OZ:Connect", which you can find in a playlist at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r-NAe0FKDXk&list=PLVNfENfXbx111GmnLLJFklUVGxPl1zUC-. The other new show is "Crypto-Oz-ology", short stories about all kinds of unusual happenings in Oz, which is in a playlist at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sCoSH97u4ts&list=PLVNfENfXbx11g0DhXikoqyP0dslwHeC1h.

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===Oz Talk, YouTube===
'''''Oz Talk'' panel talk show, YouTube.''' Join five Oz friends as they discuss any and all Oz subjects under the sun. New episodes will drop every two weeks on [https://www.youtube.com/c/TheOfficialOzClub/videos the Official Oz Club's YouTube Channel]. You can find the playlist for ''Oz Talk'' at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VNINbbefPS4&list=PL3OVMLWgINCRfgeWZR8GPJOp11rR73Ssc.

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===''Fifty Years of Oziana'' Readings, Youtube===
'''''Fifty Years of Oziana'' short story readings, YouTube.''' To celebrate fifty years of ''Oziana'', the International Wizard of Oz Club's annual literary magazine, Club members read stories from the last five decades. Many authors have even revisited their own stories. You can see the playlist of all stories [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hm6WXDLg9U8&list=PL3OVMLWgINCQ2a_CDuBggCt7kCYVaS4yD right here].

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===''Rainbow'' movie, Netflix===
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'''Now playing: ''Rainbow'', on Netflix worldwide.''' The first streaming service premieres this new movie, from director Paco León, that uses themes and imagery from ''The Wizard of Oz'' to explore the coming of age of Dora, a young Spanish woman who finds that everything she thought she knew about her life may be wrong. Available in an English dub, or with English subtitles.

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===The Wizard of Oz Experience, Around the World===
'''The Wizard of Oz Experience.''' The interactive outdoors event will be making making another set of appearances around the United States, Canada, and Australia in the spring of 2024. Take a look at https://questoapp.com/ for when it's coming to your town.

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===The Wicked Wizard Afternoon Tea, London, England, United Kingdom===
'''The Wicked Wizard Afternoon Tea, The Franklin Hotel, London, England, United Kingdom.''' Enjoy an Oz-themed tea, inspired by ''The Wizard of Oz'' and ''Wicked'', in the heart of London's Knightsbridge district. Tea is served from noon to 6:00, costs £49 (spirits are extra), and reservations must be made at least twenty-four hours in advance. For more information, including the menu, see [https://collezione.starhotels.com/en/our-hotels/the-franklin-london/restaurants-and-bars/wicked-wizard-at-the-franklin.html?_gl=1*1cfuckg*_up*MQ..*_gs*MQ..*_ga*MzU1MjIzMDI0LjE3NDE1NzY0NjA.*_ga_444Y1N2CEK*MTc0MTU3NjQ1OC4xLjEuMTc0MTU3NjU3NS4wLjAuMTkzNzQwNjk0Nw..*_ga_YXSDGTQ8NB*MTc0MTU3NjQ1OC4xLjEuMTc0MTU3NjU3NS4wLjAuNDIxNjUwMTc1&gclid=Cj0KCQiAlbW-BhCMARIsADnwasphX4BQH4lMNEKBognzeTmjcu96bA-ZlcDfhhU2ouaxc5CgyV41YLMaAjUfEALw_wcB the Franklin's website].

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===''Ruby Red Handed: Stealing America’s Most Famous Pair of Shoes'', Hulu===
'''Now playing: ''Ruby Red Handed: Stealing America’s Most Famous Pair of Shoes'', Hulu Streaming Service.''' This ABC News documentary delves into the 2005 theft of a pair of Ruby Slippers in Minnesota and the subsequent investigation and recovery. Keep an eye out here for more information and links.

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===''The Wizard of Oz'', Las Vegas, Nevada===
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'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz'' at the Sphere, Las Vegas, Nevada.''' See the famous 1939 film version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in a whole new way. This is an immersive reimagining in 16K on a huge screen surrounding the audience. For more information and to buy tickets, go to https://www.thesphere.com/shows/wizard-of-oz-experience.

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===Candlelight: ''The Wizard of Oz'' concerts, around the world===
'''Candlelight: ''The Wizard of OZ'' concerts, around the world.''' In conjunction with Warner Bros., Candlelight is presenting songs from the famous movie version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in venues around the world amidst a sea of flickering candles. For more information, or to locate a concert, see the website at https://candlelightexperience.com/wizard-of-oz-concerts/.

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===The Land of Oz: Beyond the Page Museum Exhibit, Chicago, Illinois===
'''Now through March 15, 2026: The Land of Oz: Beyond the Page Museum Exhibit, Driehaus Museum, Chicago, Illinois.''' This exhibit focuses on design elements of the famous 1939 film adaptation of ''The Wizard of Oz''. Items on display include replicas of the Ruby Slippers and the Cowardly Lion's "Courage" medal, an early draft script, and a prototype for the Flying Monkey's costumes. For more information, see the museum's website at https://driehausmuseum.org/exhibitions.

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===Bloomland in Oz, Burlington, Ontario, Canada===
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'''Now through April 6, 2026: Bloomland in Oz, Royal Botanical Gardens Canada, Burlington, Ontario, Canada.''' The Gardens' 2026 showcase features floral displays and artistic creations, all inspired by the novel ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz''. For more information or to purchase tickets, see the website at https://www.rbg.ca/things-to-do/by-season/special-events/winter-exhibit/. And here's a behind-the-scenes look:
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===Stories of Cinema: Identity exhibit, Los Angeles, California===
'''Now through January 10, 2027: Stories of Cinema: Identity exhibit, Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, Los Angeles, California.''' The Academy Museum has brought its pair of Ruby Slippers back for the public to view. This exhibit also includes costumes and design studies from such movies as ''Flower Drum Song'', ''Dreamgirls'', ''Moulin Rouge!'', ''Amadeus'', ''Ma Raimey's Black Bottom'', ''Barbie'', and ''Wicked''. For more information, see the museum's website at https://www.academymuseum.org/en/exhibitions/stories-of-cinema-identity.

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==March 2026==
===Lorna Luft, Las Vegas, Nevada===
'''March 14-15, 2026: Lorna Luft, The Palazzo Theatre, The Venetian, Las Vegas, Nevada.''' An actor and singer in her own right, Lorna Luft is also Judy Garland's daughter. Join her for an intimate, personal celebration of ''The Wizard of Oz'' and her mother's life and career. For more information or te purchase tickets, see https://www.venetianlasvegas.com/entertainment/lorna-luft.html.

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===An Emerald Evening in Oz, Kansas City, Missouri===
'''March 28, 2026: An Emerald Evening in Oz, The Midland Theatre, Kansas City, Missouri.''' The Kansas City Repertory Theatre's latest fundraiser has a distinctly Ozian touch this year, in celebration of the company's upcoming production of ''The Wizard of Oz''. For more information, including how to reserve a seat or a table, see https://kcrep.org/event/gala/.

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==April 2026==
===''Return to Oz'' 40th Anniversary Screening, San Francisco, California===
'''April 9, 2026: ''Return to Oz'' 40th Anniversary Screening, The Castro Theatre, San Francisco, California.''' The legendary San Francisco theater is opening again after renavations, and part of the program will be a rare theatrical screening of the 1985 Disney movie ''Return to Oz'' to celebrate it's fortieth anniversary (maybe a few months late). The special guest is director Walter Murch, who will discuss the film and answer questions afterwards. For more details, see the show's website at https://thecastro.com/events/movies-for-maniacs-260409/

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===Garmin Marathon in the Land of Oz, Olathe, Kansas===
'''April 26, 2026: Garmin Marathon in the Land of Oz, Olathe, Kansas.''' If you're going to have a 26.2-mile run in Kansas, you may as well give it an Oz theme! For more information and to register, see the race's website at http://ozrun.org/.

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==May/June 2026==
===''The Wizard of Oz'' play, Kansas City, Missouri===
'''May 5-24, 2026: ''The Wizard of Oz'' play, Kansas City Repertory Theatre, Kansas City, Missouri.''' The company presents the Royal Shakespeare Company's adaptation of the famous musical version of the story, based on the famous movie. For more details or to purchase tickets, see https://kcrep.org/event/the-wizard-of-oz/.

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===Yellow Brick Road Festival, Sedan, Kansas===
'''May 22-23, 2026: Yellow Brick Road Festival, Sedan, Kansas.''' This town in Kansas celebrates ''The Wizard of Oz'' every year. For details, see http://www.lasr.net/travel/city.php?Sedan&Kansas&Yellow+Brick+Road+Festival&City_ID=KS0604019&Event_ID=KS0604019e002&VE=Y or call 620-725-4033.

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===Oz-Stravaganza, Chittenango, New York===
'''June 5-7, 2026: Oz-Stravaganza, Chittenango, New York.''' This village in upstate New York honors its native son, L. Frank Baum, with an annual festival honoring his creation, the Land of Oz. For more information, see the event's website at http://www.oz-stravaganza.com/.

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===Judy Garland Festival, Grand Rapids, Minnesota===
'''June (exact dates to be announced), 2026: Judy Garland Festival, Judy Garland Museum and environs, Grand Rapids, Minnesota.''' Judy Garland's home town celebrates her in this annual festival, with events all over town spread out over several days. For more information, keep an eye on the event's website at https://judygarlandmuseum.com/judy-garland-museum-events/.

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==August 2026==
===Oz Festival Illinois, Mapleton, Illinois===
'''August (exact date to be announced), 2025: Oz Fest Illinois, Butler Haynes Park, Mapleton, Illinois.'''. For more information, see the event's website at https://www.hollispark.org/oz-fest, or the Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/OzFestIllinois/.

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==September 2026==
===Autumn at Oz Party, Banner Elk, North Carolina===
'''September (exact dates to be announced), 2026: Autumn at Oz Party, Beech Mountain, Banner Elk, North Carolina.''' The Wizard of Oz Park on the mountain may no longer be in regular operation, but it's still there, and Oz and park fans get together once a year for a party. Hurricane Hélène paused the event for 2025, but there's hope for a return in 2026. For more information, check out https://landofoznc.com/.

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===OzFest, Liberal, Kansas===
'''September (exact date to be announced), 2026: OzFest, Liberal, Kansas.''' The home town of the Dorothy's House attraction hosts its annual tribute to Dorothy and Oz. For more information, see [https://www.lasr.net/travel/city.php?Ozfest&TravelTo=KS1019015&VE=Y&Event_ID=KS1019015e002 the city's events page] and [http://visitliberal.com/ the city's website] (and be sure to call 1-800-LIBERAL to confirm event and dates).

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==October 2026==
===Oztoberfest, Wamego, Kansas===
'''October (exact date to be announced), 2026: Oztoberfest, Wamego, Kansas.''' The town not only has an Oz museum, they put on an annual Oz festival. Authors and other special guests will attend, and there's also admission to the museum. For more details, call the Oz museum at 1-866-458-TOTO, or see the event's website at http://oztoberfest.com/.

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==November 2026==
===TeslaCon, Middleton, Wisconsin===
'''November 12-15, 2026: TeslaCon, Marriott of Middleton, Middleton, Wisconsin.''' The country's largest steampunk convention celebrates its sixteenth edition, and this year the theme is Oz. For more information, see the convention's website at https://teslacon.com/.

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==Holiday Season 2026-27==
===''The Wizard of Oz'', holiday cablecasts===
'''''The Wizard of Oz'' holiday cablecasts, TBS and TNT.''' The stations' annual holiday season showings of the famous film version are, generally speaking, around Thanksgiving on TBS and Christmas on TNT. Check your local provider for exact times and channels on your system. Keep checking back for updates.

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===''The Wiz'' holiday telecasts===
'''''The Wiz'' holiday telecasts.''' Channels have holiday time airings of the 1978 film adaptation of ''The Wiz'', starring Diana Ross as Dorothy, Michael Jackson as the Scarecrow, Lena Horne as Glinda, and Richard Pryor as the Wiz. Keep checking back for updates.

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===''If I Only Had Christmas'' television movie, The Hallmark Channel===
'''''If I Only Had Christmas'' television movie, The Hallmark Channel.''' A Hallmark Christmas romance movie, first shown in 2020 and based (extremely loosely) on ''The Wizard of Oz''! Candace Cameron Bure stars as Darcy Gale, a publicist who teams up with Huck, a cynical business owner played by Neil Webb, to help out a charity in need. It airs many times at Christmas, and occasionally at other times throughout the year (check your local television provider for exact time and channel on your system). For more details and a sneak peek behind the scenes, take a look at [https://www.etonline.com/candace-cameron-bure-stars-in-hallmark-channels-if-i-only-had-christmas-first-look-exclusive-154864 the news report on the ''Entertainment Tonight'' website]. And [https://celebratingthesoaps.com/hallmark/hallmark-channel-news-wizard-of-oz-reimagined-candace-cameron-bure-in-if-i-only-had-christmas/ here's another report with another preview]. Finally, [https://www.hallmarkchannel.com/if-i-only-had-christmas here's the movie's page on the channel's website].

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==January 2027==
===Волшебник Изумрудного города, часть II, theaters throughout Russia===
'''January 1, 2027: ''Волшебник Изумрудного города, часть II'', theaters throughout Russia.''' The epic cinematic adaptation of Aleksandr Volkov's version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' comes to Russian theaters. Elli, Totoshka, Strasheela, the Iron Woodman, and the Cowardly Lion have reached the Emerald City. But will they meet the Wizard? What price will he ask from them to grant their wishes? Here's the teaser trailer:
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==To Be Determined==
===Wizard of Oz Days, Macon, Missouri===
'''Exact date to be announced: Wizard of Oz Days, Hannibal, Missouri.''' For complete details, see the event's Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/WizardofOzDays.

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<div style="text-align:center;">[http://thewizardofoz.info/index.html "There's no place like the home page."]</div>

OzWiki:Current events

2026-03-07T20:53:06Z

Ericgjovaag: /* The Wiz play, national tour */

Other Oz events can also be found on [https://www.ozclub.org/calendar/ the International Wizard of Oz Club's online calendar].

Please note that, since I live in the United States and most Oz events take place in the United States, I will identify most event locations by city and state only. Any events taking place in other countries will include the name of the country as well.

==Going on now==
===''Wicked'' play, around the world===
'''Now playing: ''Wicked''.''' This is the award-winning musical based on Gregory Maguire's novel ''Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West''. The book is by Winnie Holzman, the music by Stephen Schwartz, and the show is directed by Joe Mantello. It has done so well, it has spawned the following productions:

* [http://www.gershwintheatre.com/ Gershwin Theater], Broadway, New York City, New York. Tickets may be purchased online at [http://www.ticketmaster.com/venue/24579 ticketmaster.com]. For more details, go to [http://wickedthemusical.com/ wickedthemusical.com]. For a "Behind the Emerald Curtain" tour on Saturday mornings, go to https://wickedthemusical.com/behind-the-emerald-curtain#scrolldown for details.

* The Apollo Victoria Theatre, The West End, London, England, United Kingdom. For more information, including booking tickets, see http://www.wickedthemusical.co.uk/.

* ''Wicked'' is also touring the United States and Canada. For more information and updates about the tour, see https://wickedthemusical.com/tickets/#tour. Here's the current schedule (locations and dates are subject to change):
** Now through March 22, 2026: [https://www.ppacri.org/events/detail/wicked-2 Providence Performing Arts Center], Providence, Rhode Island
** March 25-April 5, 2026: [https://www.broadwayincolumbia.com/upcoming-shows/ Koger Center for the Arts], Columbia, South Carolina
** April 8-19, 2026: [https://www.celebrityattractions.com/shows/10200/WICKED/Little-Rock/2026 Robinson Center], Little Rock, Arkansas
** April 22-May 3, 2026: Juanita K. Hammons Hall, Springfield, Missouri
** May 6-June 14, 2026: [https://dallas.broadway.com/shows/wicked/ Music Hall at Fair Park], Dallas, Texas
** June 17-July 5, 2026: [https://ticketomaha.com/Productions/wicked Orpheum Theater], Omaha, Nebraska
** July 8-August 9, 2026: [https://hennepinarts.org/events/wicked Orpheum Theatre], Minneapolis, Minnesota
** August 12-30, 2026: [https://kansascity.broadway.com/shows/wicked/ Music Hall], Kansas City, Missouri
** September 2-20, 2026: [https://www.desmoinesperformingarts.org/whats-on/events/2025-26/broadway/wicked Des Moines Civic Center], Des Moines, Iowa

* A non-reproduction staging is now running at the Teatr Muzyczny ROMA in Warsaw, Poland. For more information, see https://www.teatrroma.pl/spektakl/wicked/.

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===''The Wiz'' play, national tour===
'''''The Wiz'' play, national tour.''' After its Broadway run, this new staging of the Tony-winning musical adaptation of ''The Wizard of Oz'' heads out on a North American tour. The following dates have been announced:

* Now through March 15, 2026: [https://cincinnati.broadway.com/shows/the-wiz/ Aronhoff Center], Cincinnati, Ohio
* April 21-26, 2026: [https://www.altriatheater.com/events/detail/the-wiz-2025 Altria Center], Richmond, Virginia
* May 5-10, 2026: [https://www.celebrityattractions.com/shows/10194/THE-WIZ/Tulsa/2026 Tulsa Performing Arts Center], Tulsa, Oklahoma
* May 12-17, 2026: [https://austin.broadway.com/shows/the-wiz/ Bass Concert Hall], Austin, Texas
* May 19-24, 2026: [https://www.okcbroadway.com/wiz Civic Center Music Hall], Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
* May 26-31, 2026: [https://americantheatreguild.com/toledo/shows/the-wiz/ Stranahan Theater], Toledo, Ohio

More dates and cities will be coming. For more information, see the show's website at https://wizmusical.com/.

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===''The Wizard of Oz on Ice'' on tour===
'''Now on Tour: ''The Wizard of Oz on Ice''.''' The new, reimagined version of the 1990s ice show returns for another season. The company has announced the following tour dates:
* March 5, 2026: [https://www.artsblooming.org/home-bcpa Bloomington Center for the Arts], Bloomington, Illinois
* March 6, 2026: [https://leachtheatre.mst.edu/events/2025/wiz-oz-on-ice/ Leach Theatre], Rolla, Missouri
* March 7, 2026: [https://www.hutchinsonfox.com/events/the-wizard-of-oz-on-ice Hutchinson's Historic Fox Theatre], Hutchinson, Kansas
* March 8, 2026: [https://www.topekaperformingarts.org/events/2026/the-wizard-of-oz-on-ice Topeka Performing Arts Center], Topeka, Kansas
* March 11, 2026: [https://mizzouarts.missouri.edu/university-concert-series-returns-for-118th-season/ Jesse Auditorium, University of Missouri], Columbia, Missouri
* March 14, 2026: [https://www.skokospac.org/ Shokos Performing Arts Center], Alma, Arkansas
* March 15, 2026: [https://www.coppellartscenter.org/events/detail/2026-wizard-of-oz-on-ice Coppell Arts Center], Coppell, Texas
* March 19, 2026: [https://coffeecountyartsalliance.org/product/wizard/ Enterprise High School Performing Arts Center], Enterprise, Alabama
* March 20, 2026: [https://fordcenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Ford Center for the Performing Arts], Oxford, Mississippi
* March 21, 2026: [https://tickets.thegrand.com/Online/mapSelect.asp?doWork::WSmap::loadMap=Load&createBO::WSmap=1&BOparam::WSmap::loadMap::performance_ids=BF23CAB4-BB58-48F2-B25A-98FC0873E482 The Grand 1894 Opera House], Galveston, Texas
* March 22, 2026: [https://ci.ovationtix.com/35987/production/1241069?performanceId=11647305 Temple Theater], Lufkin, Texas
* March 27, 2026: [https://www.moonlightstage.com/shows-tickets Moonlight Amphitheatre], Vista, California
* March 28, 2026: [https://www.ycpac.com/Online/default.asp?BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Avenue_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Acity_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Amonth_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Aobject_type_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Acategory_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_from=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_to=&doWork%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3Asearch=1&BOparam%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3Asearch%3A%3Aarticle_search_id=EE8716B4-0827-4B0D-9ACB-038A148DF966&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_criteria=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_from=2026-3-28&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_to=2026-3-28 Jim and Linda Lee Performing Arts Center], Prescott, Arizona
* March 29, 2026: [https://tickets.haughpac.com/wizard Haugh Performing Arts Center], Glendora, California
* March 30, 2026: [https://higleycenter.org/ Higley Center for the Performing Arts], Gilbert, Arizona
* April 10, 2026: [https://www.sunsetcenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Sunset Cultural Center], Carmel-by-the-Sea, California
* April 11, 2026: [https://www.lpac.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Lancaster Performing Arts Center], Lancaster, California
* April 12, 2026: [https://livermorearts.org/ Livermore Valley Performing Arts Center], Livermore, California
* April 15, 2026: [https://craterian.org/event/the-wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Craterian Theater], Medford, Oregon
* April 16, 2026: [https://columbiatheatre.com/new-events/wizard-of-oz-on-ice Columbia Theatre], Longview, Washington
* April 17, 2026: [https://www.washingtoncenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice-4-17-2026/ Washington Center for the Performing Arts], Olympia, Washington
* April 19, 2026: [https://buttearts.org/ Mother Lode Theatre], Butte, Montana
* April 30, 2026: [https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/41568594/wizard-of-oz-on-ice-pembroke-givens-performing-arts-center?_gl=1*17vkium*_ga*MTg1OTc1NzAyOS4xNzU3MTE1MzQz*_ga_LQFXLBGNDL*czE3NTcxMTUzNDMkbzEkZzEkdDE3NTcxMTUzNzMkajMwJGwwJGgw Givens Performing Arts Center], Pembroke, North Carolina

For more information about the show, see the website at https://wizardofozonice.com/.

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===''Ozmafia'' anime series, on the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Ozmafia'' anime series, crunchyroll.com.''' In this Japanese anime series (based on the video game of the same name), Scarlet is a new transfer student at Oz Academy. He doesn't get off to a good start, but the teachers seem nice enough. But what strange secrets are hiding at Oz Academy, and why are they at war with the other academies? Episodes (in Japanese, with English subtitles) are available to view online at http://www.crunchyroll.com/ozmafia for free.

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===''The Wizard of Oz'' and ''The Wiz'', throughout the United Kingdom===
'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz'', throughout the United Kingdom.''' Oz is a popular show to perform in the United Kingdom, and there always seems to be a show going on somewhere. For a complete listing of all upcoming productions of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in the United Kingdom, see the listings at [http://www.list.co.uk/events/theatre/what:The%20Wizard%20of%20Oz/sort:date/show:100/ ''The List''], naturally. They also have listings for performances of [http://www.list.co.uk/events/theatre/what:The%20Wiz/sort:date/show:100/ ''The Wiz''].

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===''Emerald City'' television series, NBC.com===
'''''Emerald City'' television series, NBC.com''' The latest Oz TV project has gone through its broadcast run on NBC. But the show's website is still up at http://www.nbc.com/emerald-city. You can still watch episodes online at http://www.nbc.com/emerald-city/episodes, and the show is also streaming on Peacock.

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===''Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz'', Internet Streaming and Cablecast===
'''Now playing: ''Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz'' cartoon series, Internet Streaming.''' This is the latest Oz cartoon series, based (very loosely) on the famous 1939 film version. Dorothy is now a princess of Oz and living in the Emerald City with Queen Ozma. But she's still having adventures! For more information, see the show's website at https://watch.boomerang.com/shows/dorothy-franchise/series/dorothy-series/volume-1. Or, if you have the Boomerang or Cartoon Network cable channels, episodes are now being shown in territories around the world, outside the United States, also have the show, so check your local version of the Cartoon Network, Boomerang, or Max channels or websites.

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===''Lost in Oz'' series, Internet streaming===
'''Now playing: ''Lost in Oz'', Amazon Video streaming.''' This animated series from Amazon tells the story of Dorothy, a modern-day girl, and her dog Toto, who are whisked to Oz when Dorothy opens one of her mother's old journals. To get home, she must find the elements of magic and help restore magic to Oz. Fortunately she has made friends with Ojo the Munchkin and West, a trainee witch, to help her out. To get started, see Amazon's ''Lost in Oz'' website at https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00Z89MYTI! And in November of 2022, [https://www.youtube.com/embed/h4fc1XvdBrk this short was dropped] with news of what's to come.

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===''Dee & Friends in Oz'', Netflix worldwide===
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'''Now playing: ''Dee & Friends in Oz'', Netflix worldwide.''' The streaming service has announced their new shows for 2024, including ''Dee & Friends in Oz'', an animated musical series aimed at preschoolers. Dee is a young girl who discovers a key to the magical land of Oz, where she makes friends and has has adventures where she saves the day. Want a sneak peek? [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oPAZCfmc0mQ&ab_channel=NetflixJr. Here's the first episode!]

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===''Chronicles of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now streaming: The ''Chronicles of Oz'' podcast.''' This audio adaptation of the first three Oz books, each in six episodes, presents ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', ''The Marvellous Land of Oz'', and ''Ozma of Oz'', plus a special episode adapting ''The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus''. Produced by Crossover Adventure Productions out of Australia. All episodes, along with trailers and other materials, can be downloaded at http://chroniclesofoz.com/.

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===''The Royal Podcast of Oz'', the Internet===
'''Now streaming: ''The Royal Podcast of Oz'', podbean.com and other podcasting sites.''' Now running for over a decade, this podcast is devoted to all things Oz, with interviews, reviews, news, and other items of interest to Oz fans of all types. You can listen to or download all editions at https://anchor.fm/the-royal-podcast-of-oz/, or look for it on your favorite podcast site.

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===''Wait Wait…Don't Tell Me'', National Public Radio===
'''Now streaming: ''Wait Wait…Don't Tell Me'' edition of May 11, 2019, npr.org.''' The popular current events quiz show recorded this episode in St. Louis, and got one of the city's most celebrated residents to play "Not My Job". Former Cardinals shortstop and Hall of Fame inductee Ozzie Smith was nicknamed "The Wizard of Oz" in his playing days, so naturally, he gets to answer questions about ''The Wizard of Oz''! You can listen to the entire episode [https://www.npr.org/programs/wait-wait-dont-tell-me/722132214/wait-wait-for-may-11-2019-with-not-my-job-guest-ozzie-smith?showDate=2019-05-11 here], or just Smith's segment [https://www.npr.org/2019/05/11/721853591/not-my-job-we-quiz-baseball-great-ozzie-smith-on-the-wizard-of-oz here].

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===''Hit the Bricks!'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Hit the Bricks!'' podcast, the Internet.''' One hundred years after the events of ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', the Gale farm is abandoned, and a new generation is off to have adventures in Oz. The first act has now dropped, with further episodes to come. For more information, see the show's website at https://hitthebricks.com/, and its Twitter feed at https://twitter.com/HitTheBricksPod/.

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===''The Smallwood Sessions'' podcast, "The Podcast of Oz", the Internet===
'''Now playing: "The Podcast of Oz" episode of ''The Smallwood Sessions'' podcast.''' To celebrate what would have been the 2020 edition of Chittenango's Oz-Stravaganza, this podcast about upstate New York celebrates Oz and creator L. Frank Baum's connections to the area. To listen, go to https://anchor.fm/josh-taylor87/episodes/Episode-22-The-Podcast-of-Oz-ef05f4.

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===''Down the Yellow Brick Pod'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Down the Yellow Brick Pod'' podcast.''' This podcast takes a deep dive into the Oz books, one chapter at a time, and looks at all that they encompass. Available on many podcast sources, including Google Podcasts, and through [https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS8xMTcyMTM4LnJzcw?hl=en this link].

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===''The Wonderful Recap of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''The Wonderful Recap of Oz'' podcast.''' This podcast recaps the Oz books, one per episode. Available Available on many podcast sources, including Google Podcasts, and through [https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy80ZjgyMWIyYy9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw== this link].

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===''No Place Like Home'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''No Place Like Home'' podcast.''' This podcast looks at the Ruby Slippers, how they were stolen in 2005 and found again in 2018, and all the background behind them, the production of The Movie, the life of Judy Garland, and more. Available on most podcasting sites. For more information, the show's website is at https://shows.cadence13.com/podcast/noplacelikehome.

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===''The Lost Princess of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''The Lost Princess of Oz'' podcast.''' A new, original Oz story for kids (of all ages), told in six parts, with songs, and presented by the Delaware Children's Theatre. Although based on Baum's writings, this is not the same story as his novel ''The Lost Princess of Oz''. For more information, or to subscribe, see the show's website at https://www.thelostprincessofozpodcast.com/.

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===''The Wizard of Oz: A Homegrown American Fairy Tale'' radio broadcast, BBC World Service===
'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz: A Homegrown American Fairy Tale'' radio documentary, BBC World Service and online streaming.''' This program looks at the origins and mythology of ''The Wizard of Oz'' and how it came about. It is currently available to listen or download online, anywhere in the world. Check the program's website at https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/w3ct1rl9 to listen to it online, or to download it.

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===To Oz? To Oz! online convention, the Internet===
'''To Oz? To Oz! online convention.''' With so many Oz events having to be cancelled this year because of the COVID-19 pandemic, a bunch of them got together to present some of their events to a worldwide, online audience for free. The live portions of the convention have now ended, but if you go to https://ozis.us/, you can see many prerecorded talks and events.

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===The OzConnection, YouTube===
'''The OzConnection, YouTube.''' OzCon International, the world's longest running ''Wizard of Oz'' convention, now has a YouTube channel at "The OzConnection", which features highlights of earlier cons and new material. The link is at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQU5pEFZZ6n_vXvRalgclSg.

The OzConnection has recently started two shows specifically for their channel. The first is a talk show called "OZ:Connect", which you can find in a playlist at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r-NAe0FKDXk&list=PLVNfENfXbx111GmnLLJFklUVGxPl1zUC-. The other new show is "Crypto-Oz-ology", short stories about all kinds of unusual happenings in Oz, which is in a playlist at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sCoSH97u4ts&list=PLVNfENfXbx11g0DhXikoqyP0dslwHeC1h.

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===Oz Talk, YouTube===
'''''Oz Talk'' panel talk show, YouTube.''' Join five Oz friends as they discuss any and all Oz subjects under the sun. New episodes will drop every two weeks on [https://www.youtube.com/c/TheOfficialOzClub/videos the Official Oz Club's YouTube Channel]. You can find the playlist for ''Oz Talk'' at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VNINbbefPS4&list=PL3OVMLWgINCRfgeWZR8GPJOp11rR73Ssc.

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===''Fifty Years of Oziana'' Readings, Youtube===
'''''Fifty Years of Oziana'' short story readings, YouTube.''' To celebrate fifty years of ''Oziana'', the International Wizard of Oz Club's annual literary magazine, Club members read stories from the last five decades. Many authors have even revisited their own stories. You can see the playlist of all stories [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hm6WXDLg9U8&list=PL3OVMLWgINCQ2a_CDuBggCt7kCYVaS4yD right here].

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===''Rainbow'' movie, Netflix===
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'''Now playing: ''Rainbow'', on Netflix worldwide.''' The first streaming service premieres this new movie, from director Paco León, that uses themes and imagery from ''The Wizard of Oz'' to explore the coming of age of Dora, a young Spanish woman who finds that everything she thought she knew about her life may be wrong. Available in an English dub, or with English subtitles.

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===The Wizard of Oz Experience, Around the World===
'''The Wizard of Oz Experience.''' The interactive outdoors event will be making making another set of appearances around the United States, Canada, and Australia in the spring of 2024. Take a look at https://questoapp.com/ for when it's coming to your town.

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===The Wicked Wizard Afternoon Tea, London, England, United Kingdom===
'''The Wicked Wizard Afternoon Tea, The Franklin Hotel, London, England, United Kingdom.''' Enjoy an Oz-themed tea, inspired by ''The Wizard of Oz'' and ''Wicked'', in the heart of London's Knightsbridge district. Tea is served from noon to 6:00, costs £49 (spirits are extra), and reservations must be made at least twenty-four hours in advance. For more information, including the menu, see [https://collezione.starhotels.com/en/our-hotels/the-franklin-london/restaurants-and-bars/wicked-wizard-at-the-franklin.html?_gl=1*1cfuckg*_up*MQ..*_gs*MQ..*_ga*MzU1MjIzMDI0LjE3NDE1NzY0NjA.*_ga_444Y1N2CEK*MTc0MTU3NjQ1OC4xLjEuMTc0MTU3NjU3NS4wLjAuMTkzNzQwNjk0Nw..*_ga_YXSDGTQ8NB*MTc0MTU3NjQ1OC4xLjEuMTc0MTU3NjU3NS4wLjAuNDIxNjUwMTc1&gclid=Cj0KCQiAlbW-BhCMARIsADnwasphX4BQH4lMNEKBognzeTmjcu96bA-ZlcDfhhU2ouaxc5CgyV41YLMaAjUfEALw_wcB the Franklin's website].

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===''Ruby Red Handed: Stealing America’s Most Famous Pair of Shoes'', Hulu===
'''Now playing: ''Ruby Red Handed: Stealing America’s Most Famous Pair of Shoes'', Hulu Streaming Service.''' This ABC News documentary delves into the 2005 theft of a pair of Ruby Slippers in Minnesota and the subsequent investigation and recovery. Keep an eye out here for more information and links.

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===''The Wizard of Oz'', Las Vegas, Nevada===
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'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz'' at the Sphere, Las Vegas, Nevada.''' See the famous 1939 film version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in a whole new way. This is an immersive reimagining in 16K on a huge screen surrounding the audience. For more information and to buy tickets, go to https://www.thesphere.com/shows/wizard-of-oz-experience.

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===Candlelight: ''The Wizard of Oz'' concerts, around the world===
'''Candlelight: ''The Wizard of OZ'' concerts, around the world.''' In conjunction with Warner Bros., Candlelight is presenting songs from the famous movie version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in venues around the world amidst a sea of flickering candles. For more information, or to locate a concert, see the website at https://candlelightexperience.com/wizard-of-oz-concerts/.

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===The Land of Oz: Beyond the Page Museum Exhibit, Chicago, Illinois===
'''Now through March 15, 2026: The Land of Oz: Beyond the Page Museum Exhibit, Driehaus Museum, Chicago, Illinois.''' This exhibit focuses on design elements of the famous 1939 film adaptation of ''The Wizard of Oz''. Items on display include replicas of the Ruby Slippers and the Cowardly Lion's "Courage" medal, an early draft script, and a prototype for the Flying Monkey's costumes. For more information, see the museum's website at https://driehausmuseum.org/exhibitions.

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===Bloomland in Oz, Burlington, Ontario, Canada===
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'''Now through April 6, 2026: Bloomland in Oz, Royal Botanical Gardens Canada, Burlington, Ontario, Canada.''' The Gardens' 2026 showcase features floral displays and artistic creations, all inspired by the novel ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz''. For more information or to purchase tickets, see the website at https://www.rbg.ca/things-to-do/by-season/special-events/winter-exhibit/. And here's a behind-the-scenes look:
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===Stories of Cinema: Identity exhibit, Los Angeles, California===
'''Now through January 10, 2027: Stories of Cinema: Identity exhibit, Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, Los Angeles, California.''' The Academy Museum has brought its pair of Ruby Slippers back for the public to view. This exhibit also includes costumes and design studies from such movies as ''Flower Drum Song'', ''Dreamgirls'', ''Moulin Rouge!'', ''Amadeus'', ''Ma Raimey's Black Bottom'', ''Barbie'', and ''Wicked''. For more information, see the museum's website at https://www.academymuseum.org/en/exhibitions/stories-of-cinema-identity.

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==March 2026==
===Lorna Luft, Las Vegas, Nevada===
'''March 14-15, 2026: Lorna Luft, The Palazzo Theatre, The Venetian, Las Vegas, Nevada.''' An actor and singer in her own right, Lorna Luft is also Judy Garland's daughter. Join her for an intimate, personal celebration of ''The Wizard of Oz'' and her mother's life and career. For more information or te purchase tickets, see https://www.venetianlasvegas.com/entertainment/lorna-luft.html.

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===An Emerald Evening in Oz, Kansas City, Missouri===
'''March 28, 2026: An Emerald Evening in Oz, The Midland Theatre, Kansas City, Missouri.''' The Kansas City Repertory Theatre's latest fundraiser has a distinctly Ozian touch this year, in celebration of the company's upcoming production of ''The Wizard of Oz''. For more information, including how to reserve a seat or a table, see https://kcrep.org/event/gala/.

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==April 2026==
===''Return to Oz'' 40th Anniversary Screening, San Francisco, California===
'''April 9, 2026: ''Return to Oz'' 40th Anniversary Screening, The Castro Theatre, San Francisco, California.''' The legendary San Francisco theater is opening again after renavations, and part of the program will be a rare theatrical screening of the 1985 Disney movie ''Return to Oz'' to celebrate it's fortieth anniversary (maybe a few months late). The special guest is director Walter Murch, who will discuss the film and answer questions afterwards. For more details, see the show's website at https://thecastro.com/events/movies-for-maniacs-260409/

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===Garmin Marathon in the Land of Oz, Olathe, Kansas===
'''April 26, 2026: Garmin Marathon in the Land of Oz, Olathe, Kansas.''' If you're going to have a 26.2-mile run in Kansas, you may as well give it an Oz theme! For more information and to register, see the race's website at http://ozrun.org/.

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==May/June 2026==
===''The Wizard of Oz'' play, Kansas City, Missouri===
'''May 5-24, 2026: ''The Wizard of Oz'' play, Kansas City Repertory Theatre, Kansas City, Missouri.''' The company presents the Royal Shakespeare Company's adaptation of the famous musical version of the story, based on the famous movie. For more details or to purchase tickets, see https://kcrep.org/event/the-wizard-of-oz/.

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===Yellow Brick Road Festival, Sedan, Kansas===
'''May 22-23, 2026: Yellow Brick Road Festival, Sedan, Kansas.''' This town in Kansas celebrates ''The Wizard of Oz'' every year. For details, see http://www.lasr.net/travel/city.php?Sedan&Kansas&Yellow+Brick+Road+Festival&City_ID=KS0604019&Event_ID=KS0604019e002&VE=Y or call 620-725-4033.

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===Oz-Stravaganza, Chittenango, New York===
'''June 5-7, 2026: Oz-Stravaganza, Chittenango, New York.''' This village in upstate New York honors its native son, L. Frank Baum, with an annual festival honoring his creation, the Land of Oz. For more information, see the event's website at http://www.oz-stravaganza.com/.

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===Judy Garland Festival, Grand Rapids, Minnesota===
'''June (exact dates to be announced), 2026: Judy Garland Festival, Judy Garland Museum and environs, Grand Rapids, Minnesota.''' Judy Garland's home town celebrates her in this annual festival, with events all over town spread out over several days. For more information, keep an eye on the event's website at https://judygarlandmuseum.com/judy-garland-museum-events/.

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==August 2026==
===Oz Festival Illinois, Mapleton, Illinois===
'''August (exact date to be announced), 2025: Oz Fest Illinois, Butler Haynes Park, Mapleton, Illinois.'''. For more information, see the event's website at https://www.hollispark.org/oz-fest, or the Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/OzFestIllinois/.

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==September 2026==
===Autumn at Oz Party, Banner Elk, North Carolina===
'''September (exact dates to be announced), 2026: Autumn at Oz Party, Beech Mountain, Banner Elk, North Carolina.''' The Wizard of Oz Park on the mountain may no longer be in regular operation, but it's still there, and Oz and park fans get together once a year for a party. Hurricane Hélène paused the event for 2025, but there's hope for a return in 2026. For more information, check out https://landofoznc.com/.

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===OzFest, Liberal, Kansas===
'''September (exact date to be announced), 2026: OzFest, Liberal, Kansas.''' The home town of the Dorothy's House attraction hosts its annual tribute to Dorothy and Oz. For more information, see [https://www.lasr.net/travel/city.php?Ozfest&TravelTo=KS1019015&VE=Y&Event_ID=KS1019015e002 the city's events page] and [http://visitliberal.com/ the city's website] (and be sure to call 1-800-LIBERAL to confirm event and dates).

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==October 2026==
===Oztoberfest, Wamego, Kansas===
'''October (exact date to be announced), 2026: Oztoberfest, Wamego, Kansas.''' The town not only has an Oz museum, they put on an annual Oz festival. Authors and other special guests will attend, and there's also admission to the museum. For more details, call the Oz museum at 1-866-458-TOTO, or see the event's website at http://oztoberfest.com/.

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==November 2026==
===TeslaCon, Middleton, Wisconsin===
'''November 12-15, 2026: TeslaCon, Marriott of Middleton, Middleton, Wisconsin.''' The country's largest steampunk convention celebrates its sixteenth edition, and this year the theme is Oz. For more information, see the convention's website at https://teslacon.com/.

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==Holiday Season 2026-27==
===''The Wizard of Oz'', holiday cablecasts===
'''''The Wizard of Oz'' holiday cablecasts, TBS and TNT.''' The stations' annual holiday season showings of the famous film version are, generally speaking, around Thanksgiving on TBS and Christmas on TNT. Check your local provider for exact times and channels on your system. Keep checking back for updates.

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===''The Wiz'' holiday telecasts===
'''''The Wiz'' holiday telecasts.''' Channels have holiday time airings of the 1978 film adaptation of ''The Wiz'', starring Diana Ross as Dorothy, Michael Jackson as the Scarecrow, Lena Horne as Glinda, and Richard Pryor as the Wiz. Keep checking back for updates.

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===''If I Only Had Christmas'' television movie, The Hallmark Channel===
'''''If I Only Had Christmas'' television movie, The Hallmark Channel.''' A Hallmark Christmas romance movie, first shown in 2020 and based (extremely loosely) on ''The Wizard of Oz''! Candace Cameron Bure stars as Darcy Gale, a publicist who teams up with Huck, a cynical business owner played by Neil Webb, to help out a charity in need. It airs many times at Christmas, and occasionally at other times throughout the year (check your local television provider for exact time and channel on your system). For more details and a sneak peek behind the scenes, take a look at [https://www.etonline.com/candace-cameron-bure-stars-in-hallmark-channels-if-i-only-had-christmas-first-look-exclusive-154864 the news report on the ''Entertainment Tonight'' website]. And [https://celebratingthesoaps.com/hallmark/hallmark-channel-news-wizard-of-oz-reimagined-candace-cameron-bure-in-if-i-only-had-christmas/ here's another report with another preview]. Finally, [https://www.hallmarkchannel.com/if-i-only-had-christmas here's the movie's page on the channel's website].

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==January 2027==
===Волшебник Изумрудного города, часть II, theaters throughout Russia===
'''January 1, 2027: ''Волшебник Изумрудного города, часть II'', theaters throughout Russia.''' The epic cinematic adaptation of Aleksandr Volkov's version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' comes to Russian theaters. Elli, Totoshka, Strasheela, the Iron Woodman, and the Cowardly Lion have reached the Emerald City. But will they meet the Wizard? What price will he ask from them to grant their wishes? Here's the teaser trailer:
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==To Be Determined==
===Wizard of Oz Days, Macon, Missouri===
'''Exact date to be announced: Wizard of Oz Days, Hannibal, Missouri.''' For complete details, see the event's Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/WizardofOzDays.

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OzWiki:Current events

2026-03-07T20:52:48Z

Ericgjovaag: /* Wicked play, around the world */

Other Oz events can also be found on [https://www.ozclub.org/calendar/ the International Wizard of Oz Club's online calendar].

Please note that, since I live in the United States and most Oz events take place in the United States, I will identify most event locations by city and state only. Any events taking place in other countries will include the name of the country as well.

==Going on now==
===''Wicked'' play, around the world===
'''Now playing: ''Wicked''.''' This is the award-winning musical based on Gregory Maguire's novel ''Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West''. The book is by Winnie Holzman, the music by Stephen Schwartz, and the show is directed by Joe Mantello. It has done so well, it has spawned the following productions:

* [http://www.gershwintheatre.com/ Gershwin Theater], Broadway, New York City, New York. Tickets may be purchased online at [http://www.ticketmaster.com/venue/24579 ticketmaster.com]. For more details, go to [http://wickedthemusical.com/ wickedthemusical.com]. For a "Behind the Emerald Curtain" tour on Saturday mornings, go to https://wickedthemusical.com/behind-the-emerald-curtain#scrolldown for details.

* The Apollo Victoria Theatre, The West End, London, England, United Kingdom. For more information, including booking tickets, see http://www.wickedthemusical.co.uk/.

* ''Wicked'' is also touring the United States and Canada. For more information and updates about the tour, see https://wickedthemusical.com/tickets/#tour. Here's the current schedule (locations and dates are subject to change):
** Now through March 22, 2026: [https://www.ppacri.org/events/detail/wicked-2 Providence Performing Arts Center], Providence, Rhode Island
** March 25-April 5, 2026: [https://www.broadwayincolumbia.com/upcoming-shows/ Koger Center for the Arts], Columbia, South Carolina
** April 8-19, 2026: [https://www.celebrityattractions.com/shows/10200/WICKED/Little-Rock/2026 Robinson Center], Little Rock, Arkansas
** April 22-May 3, 2026: Juanita K. Hammons Hall, Springfield, Missouri
** May 6-June 14, 2026: [https://dallas.broadway.com/shows/wicked/ Music Hall at Fair Park], Dallas, Texas
** June 17-July 5, 2026: [https://ticketomaha.com/Productions/wicked Orpheum Theater], Omaha, Nebraska
** July 8-August 9, 2026: [https://hennepinarts.org/events/wicked Orpheum Theatre], Minneapolis, Minnesota
** August 12-30, 2026: [https://kansascity.broadway.com/shows/wicked/ Music Hall], Kansas City, Missouri
** September 2-20, 2026: [https://www.desmoinesperformingarts.org/whats-on/events/2025-26/broadway/wicked Des Moines Civic Center], Des Moines, Iowa

* A non-reproduction staging is now running at the Teatr Muzyczny ROMA in Warsaw, Poland. For more information, see https://www.teatrroma.pl/spektakl/wicked/.

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===''The Wiz'' play, national tour===
'''''The Wiz'' play, national tour.''' After its Broadway run, this new staging of the Tony-winning musical adaptation of ''The Wizard of Oz'' heads out on a North American tour. The following dates have been announced:

* March 3-15, 2026: [https://cincinnati.broadway.com/shows/the-wiz/ Aronhoff Center], Cincinnati, Ohio
* April 21-26, 2026: [https://www.altriatheater.com/events/detail/the-wiz-2025 Altria Center], Richmond, Virginia
* May 5-10, 2026: [https://www.celebrityattractions.com/shows/10194/THE-WIZ/Tulsa/2026 Tulsa Performing Arts Center], Tulsa, Oklahoma
* May 12-17, 2026: [https://austin.broadway.com/shows/the-wiz/ Bass Concert Hall], Austin, Texas
* May 19-24, 2026: [https://www.okcbroadway.com/wiz Civic Center Music Hall], Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
* May 26-31, 2026: [https://americantheatreguild.com/toledo/shows/the-wiz/ Stranahan Theater], Toledo, Ohio

More dates and cities will be coming. For more information, see the show's website at https://wizmusical.com/.

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===''The Wizard of Oz on Ice'' on tour===
'''Now on Tour: ''The Wizard of Oz on Ice''.''' The new, reimagined version of the 1990s ice show returns for another season. The company has announced the following tour dates:
* March 5, 2026: [https://www.artsblooming.org/home-bcpa Bloomington Center for the Arts], Bloomington, Illinois
* March 6, 2026: [https://leachtheatre.mst.edu/events/2025/wiz-oz-on-ice/ Leach Theatre], Rolla, Missouri
* March 7, 2026: [https://www.hutchinsonfox.com/events/the-wizard-of-oz-on-ice Hutchinson's Historic Fox Theatre], Hutchinson, Kansas
* March 8, 2026: [https://www.topekaperformingarts.org/events/2026/the-wizard-of-oz-on-ice Topeka Performing Arts Center], Topeka, Kansas
* March 11, 2026: [https://mizzouarts.missouri.edu/university-concert-series-returns-for-118th-season/ Jesse Auditorium, University of Missouri], Columbia, Missouri
* March 14, 2026: [https://www.skokospac.org/ Shokos Performing Arts Center], Alma, Arkansas
* March 15, 2026: [https://www.coppellartscenter.org/events/detail/2026-wizard-of-oz-on-ice Coppell Arts Center], Coppell, Texas
* March 19, 2026: [https://coffeecountyartsalliance.org/product/wizard/ Enterprise High School Performing Arts Center], Enterprise, Alabama
* March 20, 2026: [https://fordcenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Ford Center for the Performing Arts], Oxford, Mississippi
* March 21, 2026: [https://tickets.thegrand.com/Online/mapSelect.asp?doWork::WSmap::loadMap=Load&createBO::WSmap=1&BOparam::WSmap::loadMap::performance_ids=BF23CAB4-BB58-48F2-B25A-98FC0873E482 The Grand 1894 Opera House], Galveston, Texas
* March 22, 2026: [https://ci.ovationtix.com/35987/production/1241069?performanceId=11647305 Temple Theater], Lufkin, Texas
* March 27, 2026: [https://www.moonlightstage.com/shows-tickets Moonlight Amphitheatre], Vista, California
* March 28, 2026: [https://www.ycpac.com/Online/default.asp?BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Avenue_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Acity_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Amonth_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Aobject_type_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Acategory_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_from=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_to=&doWork%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3Asearch=1&BOparam%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3Asearch%3A%3Aarticle_search_id=EE8716B4-0827-4B0D-9ACB-038A148DF966&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_criteria=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_from=2026-3-28&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_to=2026-3-28 Jim and Linda Lee Performing Arts Center], Prescott, Arizona
* March 29, 2026: [https://tickets.haughpac.com/wizard Haugh Performing Arts Center], Glendora, California
* March 30, 2026: [https://higleycenter.org/ Higley Center for the Performing Arts], Gilbert, Arizona
* April 10, 2026: [https://www.sunsetcenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Sunset Cultural Center], Carmel-by-the-Sea, California
* April 11, 2026: [https://www.lpac.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Lancaster Performing Arts Center], Lancaster, California
* April 12, 2026: [https://livermorearts.org/ Livermore Valley Performing Arts Center], Livermore, California
* April 15, 2026: [https://craterian.org/event/the-wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Craterian Theater], Medford, Oregon
* April 16, 2026: [https://columbiatheatre.com/new-events/wizard-of-oz-on-ice Columbia Theatre], Longview, Washington
* April 17, 2026: [https://www.washingtoncenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice-4-17-2026/ Washington Center for the Performing Arts], Olympia, Washington
* April 19, 2026: [https://buttearts.org/ Mother Lode Theatre], Butte, Montana
* April 30, 2026: [https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/41568594/wizard-of-oz-on-ice-pembroke-givens-performing-arts-center?_gl=1*17vkium*_ga*MTg1OTc1NzAyOS4xNzU3MTE1MzQz*_ga_LQFXLBGNDL*czE3NTcxMTUzNDMkbzEkZzEkdDE3NTcxMTUzNzMkajMwJGwwJGgw Givens Performing Arts Center], Pembroke, North Carolina

For more information about the show, see the website at https://wizardofozonice.com/.

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===''Ozmafia'' anime series, on the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Ozmafia'' anime series, crunchyroll.com.''' In this Japanese anime series (based on the video game of the same name), Scarlet is a new transfer student at Oz Academy. He doesn't get off to a good start, but the teachers seem nice enough. But what strange secrets are hiding at Oz Academy, and why are they at war with the other academies? Episodes (in Japanese, with English subtitles) are available to view online at http://www.crunchyroll.com/ozmafia for free.

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===''The Wizard of Oz'' and ''The Wiz'', throughout the United Kingdom===
'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz'', throughout the United Kingdom.''' Oz is a popular show to perform in the United Kingdom, and there always seems to be a show going on somewhere. For a complete listing of all upcoming productions of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in the United Kingdom, see the listings at [http://www.list.co.uk/events/theatre/what:The%20Wizard%20of%20Oz/sort:date/show:100/ ''The List''], naturally. They also have listings for performances of [http://www.list.co.uk/events/theatre/what:The%20Wiz/sort:date/show:100/ ''The Wiz''].

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===''Emerald City'' television series, NBC.com===
'''''Emerald City'' television series, NBC.com''' The latest Oz TV project has gone through its broadcast run on NBC. But the show's website is still up at http://www.nbc.com/emerald-city. You can still watch episodes online at http://www.nbc.com/emerald-city/episodes, and the show is also streaming on Peacock.

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===''Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz'', Internet Streaming and Cablecast===
'''Now playing: ''Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz'' cartoon series, Internet Streaming.''' This is the latest Oz cartoon series, based (very loosely) on the famous 1939 film version. Dorothy is now a princess of Oz and living in the Emerald City with Queen Ozma. But she's still having adventures! For more information, see the show's website at https://watch.boomerang.com/shows/dorothy-franchise/series/dorothy-series/volume-1. Or, if you have the Boomerang or Cartoon Network cable channels, episodes are now being shown in territories around the world, outside the United States, also have the show, so check your local version of the Cartoon Network, Boomerang, or Max channels or websites.

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===''Lost in Oz'' series, Internet streaming===
'''Now playing: ''Lost in Oz'', Amazon Video streaming.''' This animated series from Amazon tells the story of Dorothy, a modern-day girl, and her dog Toto, who are whisked to Oz when Dorothy opens one of her mother's old journals. To get home, she must find the elements of magic and help restore magic to Oz. Fortunately she has made friends with Ojo the Munchkin and West, a trainee witch, to help her out. To get started, see Amazon's ''Lost in Oz'' website at https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00Z89MYTI! And in November of 2022, [https://www.youtube.com/embed/h4fc1XvdBrk this short was dropped] with news of what's to come.

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===''Dee & Friends in Oz'', Netflix worldwide===
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'''Now playing: ''Dee & Friends in Oz'', Netflix worldwide.''' The streaming service has announced their new shows for 2024, including ''Dee & Friends in Oz'', an animated musical series aimed at preschoolers. Dee is a young girl who discovers a key to the magical land of Oz, where she makes friends and has has adventures where she saves the day. Want a sneak peek? [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oPAZCfmc0mQ&ab_channel=NetflixJr. Here's the first episode!]

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===''Chronicles of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now streaming: The ''Chronicles of Oz'' podcast.''' This audio adaptation of the first three Oz books, each in six episodes, presents ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', ''The Marvellous Land of Oz'', and ''Ozma of Oz'', plus a special episode adapting ''The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus''. Produced by Crossover Adventure Productions out of Australia. All episodes, along with trailers and other materials, can be downloaded at http://chroniclesofoz.com/.

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===''The Royal Podcast of Oz'', the Internet===
'''Now streaming: ''The Royal Podcast of Oz'', podbean.com and other podcasting sites.''' Now running for over a decade, this podcast is devoted to all things Oz, with interviews, reviews, news, and other items of interest to Oz fans of all types. You can listen to or download all editions at https://anchor.fm/the-royal-podcast-of-oz/, or look for it on your favorite podcast site.

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===''Wait Wait…Don't Tell Me'', National Public Radio===
'''Now streaming: ''Wait Wait…Don't Tell Me'' edition of May 11, 2019, npr.org.''' The popular current events quiz show recorded this episode in St. Louis, and got one of the city's most celebrated residents to play "Not My Job". Former Cardinals shortstop and Hall of Fame inductee Ozzie Smith was nicknamed "The Wizard of Oz" in his playing days, so naturally, he gets to answer questions about ''The Wizard of Oz''! You can listen to the entire episode [https://www.npr.org/programs/wait-wait-dont-tell-me/722132214/wait-wait-for-may-11-2019-with-not-my-job-guest-ozzie-smith?showDate=2019-05-11 here], or just Smith's segment [https://www.npr.org/2019/05/11/721853591/not-my-job-we-quiz-baseball-great-ozzie-smith-on-the-wizard-of-oz here].

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===''Hit the Bricks!'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Hit the Bricks!'' podcast, the Internet.''' One hundred years after the events of ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', the Gale farm is abandoned, and a new generation is off to have adventures in Oz. The first act has now dropped, with further episodes to come. For more information, see the show's website at https://hitthebricks.com/, and its Twitter feed at https://twitter.com/HitTheBricksPod/.

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===''The Smallwood Sessions'' podcast, "The Podcast of Oz", the Internet===
'''Now playing: "The Podcast of Oz" episode of ''The Smallwood Sessions'' podcast.''' To celebrate what would have been the 2020 edition of Chittenango's Oz-Stravaganza, this podcast about upstate New York celebrates Oz and creator L. Frank Baum's connections to the area. To listen, go to https://anchor.fm/josh-taylor87/episodes/Episode-22-The-Podcast-of-Oz-ef05f4.

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===''Down the Yellow Brick Pod'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Down the Yellow Brick Pod'' podcast.''' This podcast takes a deep dive into the Oz books, one chapter at a time, and looks at all that they encompass. Available on many podcast sources, including Google Podcasts, and through [https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS8xMTcyMTM4LnJzcw?hl=en this link].

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===''The Wonderful Recap of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''The Wonderful Recap of Oz'' podcast.''' This podcast recaps the Oz books, one per episode. Available Available on many podcast sources, including Google Podcasts, and through [https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy80ZjgyMWIyYy9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw== this link].

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===''No Place Like Home'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''No Place Like Home'' podcast.''' This podcast looks at the Ruby Slippers, how they were stolen in 2005 and found again in 2018, and all the background behind them, the production of The Movie, the life of Judy Garland, and more. Available on most podcasting sites. For more information, the show's website is at https://shows.cadence13.com/podcast/noplacelikehome.

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===''The Lost Princess of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''The Lost Princess of Oz'' podcast.''' A new, original Oz story for kids (of all ages), told in six parts, with songs, and presented by the Delaware Children's Theatre. Although based on Baum's writings, this is not the same story as his novel ''The Lost Princess of Oz''. For more information, or to subscribe, see the show's website at https://www.thelostprincessofozpodcast.com/.

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===''The Wizard of Oz: A Homegrown American Fairy Tale'' radio broadcast, BBC World Service===
'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz: A Homegrown American Fairy Tale'' radio documentary, BBC World Service and online streaming.''' This program looks at the origins and mythology of ''The Wizard of Oz'' and how it came about. It is currently available to listen or download online, anywhere in the world. Check the program's website at https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/w3ct1rl9 to listen to it online, or to download it.

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===To Oz? To Oz! online convention, the Internet===
'''To Oz? To Oz! online convention.''' With so many Oz events having to be cancelled this year because of the COVID-19 pandemic, a bunch of them got together to present some of their events to a worldwide, online audience for free. The live portions of the convention have now ended, but if you go to https://ozis.us/, you can see many prerecorded talks and events.

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===The OzConnection, YouTube===
'''The OzConnection, YouTube.''' OzCon International, the world's longest running ''Wizard of Oz'' convention, now has a YouTube channel at "The OzConnection", which features highlights of earlier cons and new material. The link is at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQU5pEFZZ6n_vXvRalgclSg.

The OzConnection has recently started two shows specifically for their channel. The first is a talk show called "OZ:Connect", which you can find in a playlist at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r-NAe0FKDXk&list=PLVNfENfXbx111GmnLLJFklUVGxPl1zUC-. The other new show is "Crypto-Oz-ology", short stories about all kinds of unusual happenings in Oz, which is in a playlist at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sCoSH97u4ts&list=PLVNfENfXbx11g0DhXikoqyP0dslwHeC1h.

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===Oz Talk, YouTube===
'''''Oz Talk'' panel talk show, YouTube.''' Join five Oz friends as they discuss any and all Oz subjects under the sun. New episodes will drop every two weeks on [https://www.youtube.com/c/TheOfficialOzClub/videos the Official Oz Club's YouTube Channel]. You can find the playlist for ''Oz Talk'' at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VNINbbefPS4&list=PL3OVMLWgINCRfgeWZR8GPJOp11rR73Ssc.

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===''Fifty Years of Oziana'' Readings, Youtube===
'''''Fifty Years of Oziana'' short story readings, YouTube.''' To celebrate fifty years of ''Oziana'', the International Wizard of Oz Club's annual literary magazine, Club members read stories from the last five decades. Many authors have even revisited their own stories. You can see the playlist of all stories [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hm6WXDLg9U8&list=PL3OVMLWgINCQ2a_CDuBggCt7kCYVaS4yD right here].

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===''Rainbow'' movie, Netflix===
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'''Now playing: ''Rainbow'', on Netflix worldwide.''' The first streaming service premieres this new movie, from director Paco León, that uses themes and imagery from ''The Wizard of Oz'' to explore the coming of age of Dora, a young Spanish woman who finds that everything she thought she knew about her life may be wrong. Available in an English dub, or with English subtitles.

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===The Wizard of Oz Experience, Around the World===
'''The Wizard of Oz Experience.''' The interactive outdoors event will be making making another set of appearances around the United States, Canada, and Australia in the spring of 2024. Take a look at https://questoapp.com/ for when it's coming to your town.

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===The Wicked Wizard Afternoon Tea, London, England, United Kingdom===
'''The Wicked Wizard Afternoon Tea, The Franklin Hotel, London, England, United Kingdom.''' Enjoy an Oz-themed tea, inspired by ''The Wizard of Oz'' and ''Wicked'', in the heart of London's Knightsbridge district. Tea is served from noon to 6:00, costs £49 (spirits are extra), and reservations must be made at least twenty-four hours in advance. For more information, including the menu, see [https://collezione.starhotels.com/en/our-hotels/the-franklin-london/restaurants-and-bars/wicked-wizard-at-the-franklin.html?_gl=1*1cfuckg*_up*MQ..*_gs*MQ..*_ga*MzU1MjIzMDI0LjE3NDE1NzY0NjA.*_ga_444Y1N2CEK*MTc0MTU3NjQ1OC4xLjEuMTc0MTU3NjU3NS4wLjAuMTkzNzQwNjk0Nw..*_ga_YXSDGTQ8NB*MTc0MTU3NjQ1OC4xLjEuMTc0MTU3NjU3NS4wLjAuNDIxNjUwMTc1&gclid=Cj0KCQiAlbW-BhCMARIsADnwasphX4BQH4lMNEKBognzeTmjcu96bA-ZlcDfhhU2ouaxc5CgyV41YLMaAjUfEALw_wcB the Franklin's website].

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===''Ruby Red Handed: Stealing America’s Most Famous Pair of Shoes'', Hulu===
'''Now playing: ''Ruby Red Handed: Stealing America’s Most Famous Pair of Shoes'', Hulu Streaming Service.''' This ABC News documentary delves into the 2005 theft of a pair of Ruby Slippers in Minnesota and the subsequent investigation and recovery. Keep an eye out here for more information and links.

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===''The Wizard of Oz'', Las Vegas, Nevada===
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'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz'' at the Sphere, Las Vegas, Nevada.''' See the famous 1939 film version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in a whole new way. This is an immersive reimagining in 16K on a huge screen surrounding the audience. For more information and to buy tickets, go to https://www.thesphere.com/shows/wizard-of-oz-experience.

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===Candlelight: ''The Wizard of Oz'' concerts, around the world===
'''Candlelight: ''The Wizard of OZ'' concerts, around the world.''' In conjunction with Warner Bros., Candlelight is presenting songs from the famous movie version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in venues around the world amidst a sea of flickering candles. For more information, or to locate a concert, see the website at https://candlelightexperience.com/wizard-of-oz-concerts/.

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===The Land of Oz: Beyond the Page Museum Exhibit, Chicago, Illinois===
'''Now through March 15, 2026: The Land of Oz: Beyond the Page Museum Exhibit, Driehaus Museum, Chicago, Illinois.''' This exhibit focuses on design elements of the famous 1939 film adaptation of ''The Wizard of Oz''. Items on display include replicas of the Ruby Slippers and the Cowardly Lion's "Courage" medal, an early draft script, and a prototype for the Flying Monkey's costumes. For more information, see the museum's website at https://driehausmuseum.org/exhibitions.

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===Bloomland in Oz, Burlington, Ontario, Canada===
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'''Now through April 6, 2026: Bloomland in Oz, Royal Botanical Gardens Canada, Burlington, Ontario, Canada.''' The Gardens' 2026 showcase features floral displays and artistic creations, all inspired by the novel ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz''. For more information or to purchase tickets, see the website at https://www.rbg.ca/things-to-do/by-season/special-events/winter-exhibit/. And here's a behind-the-scenes look:
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===Stories of Cinema: Identity exhibit, Los Angeles, California===
'''Now through January 10, 2027: Stories of Cinema: Identity exhibit, Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, Los Angeles, California.''' The Academy Museum has brought its pair of Ruby Slippers back for the public to view. This exhibit also includes costumes and design studies from such movies as ''Flower Drum Song'', ''Dreamgirls'', ''Moulin Rouge!'', ''Amadeus'', ''Ma Raimey's Black Bottom'', ''Barbie'', and ''Wicked''. For more information, see the museum's website at https://www.academymuseum.org/en/exhibitions/stories-of-cinema-identity.

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==March 2026==
===Lorna Luft, Las Vegas, Nevada===
'''March 14-15, 2026: Lorna Luft, The Palazzo Theatre, The Venetian, Las Vegas, Nevada.''' An actor and singer in her own right, Lorna Luft is also Judy Garland's daughter. Join her for an intimate, personal celebration of ''The Wizard of Oz'' and her mother's life and career. For more information or te purchase tickets, see https://www.venetianlasvegas.com/entertainment/lorna-luft.html.

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===An Emerald Evening in Oz, Kansas City, Missouri===
'''March 28, 2026: An Emerald Evening in Oz, The Midland Theatre, Kansas City, Missouri.''' The Kansas City Repertory Theatre's latest fundraiser has a distinctly Ozian touch this year, in celebration of the company's upcoming production of ''The Wizard of Oz''. For more information, including how to reserve a seat or a table, see https://kcrep.org/event/gala/.

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==April 2026==
===''Return to Oz'' 40th Anniversary Screening, San Francisco, California===
'''April 9, 2026: ''Return to Oz'' 40th Anniversary Screening, The Castro Theatre, San Francisco, California.''' The legendary San Francisco theater is opening again after renavations, and part of the program will be a rare theatrical screening of the 1985 Disney movie ''Return to Oz'' to celebrate it's fortieth anniversary (maybe a few months late). The special guest is director Walter Murch, who will discuss the film and answer questions afterwards. For more details, see the show's website at https://thecastro.com/events/movies-for-maniacs-260409/

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===Garmin Marathon in the Land of Oz, Olathe, Kansas===
'''April 26, 2026: Garmin Marathon in the Land of Oz, Olathe, Kansas.''' If you're going to have a 26.2-mile run in Kansas, you may as well give it an Oz theme! For more information and to register, see the race's website at http://ozrun.org/.

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==May/June 2026==
===''The Wizard of Oz'' play, Kansas City, Missouri===
'''May 5-24, 2026: ''The Wizard of Oz'' play, Kansas City Repertory Theatre, Kansas City, Missouri.''' The company presents the Royal Shakespeare Company's adaptation of the famous musical version of the story, based on the famous movie. For more details or to purchase tickets, see https://kcrep.org/event/the-wizard-of-oz/.

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===Yellow Brick Road Festival, Sedan, Kansas===
'''May 22-23, 2026: Yellow Brick Road Festival, Sedan, Kansas.''' This town in Kansas celebrates ''The Wizard of Oz'' every year. For details, see http://www.lasr.net/travel/city.php?Sedan&Kansas&Yellow+Brick+Road+Festival&City_ID=KS0604019&Event_ID=KS0604019e002&VE=Y or call 620-725-4033.

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===Oz-Stravaganza, Chittenango, New York===
'''June 5-7, 2026: Oz-Stravaganza, Chittenango, New York.''' This village in upstate New York honors its native son, L. Frank Baum, with an annual festival honoring his creation, the Land of Oz. For more information, see the event's website at http://www.oz-stravaganza.com/.

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===Judy Garland Festival, Grand Rapids, Minnesota===
'''June (exact dates to be announced), 2026: Judy Garland Festival, Judy Garland Museum and environs, Grand Rapids, Minnesota.''' Judy Garland's home town celebrates her in this annual festival, with events all over town spread out over several days. For more information, keep an eye on the event's website at https://judygarlandmuseum.com/judy-garland-museum-events/.

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==August 2026==
===Oz Festival Illinois, Mapleton, Illinois===
'''August (exact date to be announced), 2025: Oz Fest Illinois, Butler Haynes Park, Mapleton, Illinois.'''. For more information, see the event's website at https://www.hollispark.org/oz-fest, or the Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/OzFestIllinois/.

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==September 2026==
===Autumn at Oz Party, Banner Elk, North Carolina===
'''September (exact dates to be announced), 2026: Autumn at Oz Party, Beech Mountain, Banner Elk, North Carolina.''' The Wizard of Oz Park on the mountain may no longer be in regular operation, but it's still there, and Oz and park fans get together once a year for a party. Hurricane Hélène paused the event for 2025, but there's hope for a return in 2026. For more information, check out https://landofoznc.com/.

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===OzFest, Liberal, Kansas===
'''September (exact date to be announced), 2026: OzFest, Liberal, Kansas.''' The home town of the Dorothy's House attraction hosts its annual tribute to Dorothy and Oz. For more information, see [https://www.lasr.net/travel/city.php?Ozfest&TravelTo=KS1019015&VE=Y&Event_ID=KS1019015e002 the city's events page] and [http://visitliberal.com/ the city's website] (and be sure to call 1-800-LIBERAL to confirm event and dates).

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==October 2026==
===Oztoberfest, Wamego, Kansas===
'''October (exact date to be announced), 2026: Oztoberfest, Wamego, Kansas.''' The town not only has an Oz museum, they put on an annual Oz festival. Authors and other special guests will attend, and there's also admission to the museum. For more details, call the Oz museum at 1-866-458-TOTO, or see the event's website at http://oztoberfest.com/.

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==November 2026==
===TeslaCon, Middleton, Wisconsin===
'''November 12-15, 2026: TeslaCon, Marriott of Middleton, Middleton, Wisconsin.''' The country's largest steampunk convention celebrates its sixteenth edition, and this year the theme is Oz. For more information, see the convention's website at https://teslacon.com/.

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==Holiday Season 2026-27==
===''The Wizard of Oz'', holiday cablecasts===
'''''The Wizard of Oz'' holiday cablecasts, TBS and TNT.''' The stations' annual holiday season showings of the famous film version are, generally speaking, around Thanksgiving on TBS and Christmas on TNT. Check your local provider for exact times and channels on your system. Keep checking back for updates.

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===''The Wiz'' holiday telecasts===
'''''The Wiz'' holiday telecasts.''' Channels have holiday time airings of the 1978 film adaptation of ''The Wiz'', starring Diana Ross as Dorothy, Michael Jackson as the Scarecrow, Lena Horne as Glinda, and Richard Pryor as the Wiz. Keep checking back for updates.

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===''If I Only Had Christmas'' television movie, The Hallmark Channel===
'''''If I Only Had Christmas'' television movie, The Hallmark Channel.''' A Hallmark Christmas romance movie, first shown in 2020 and based (extremely loosely) on ''The Wizard of Oz''! Candace Cameron Bure stars as Darcy Gale, a publicist who teams up with Huck, a cynical business owner played by Neil Webb, to help out a charity in need. It airs many times at Christmas, and occasionally at other times throughout the year (check your local television provider for exact time and channel on your system). For more details and a sneak peek behind the scenes, take a look at [https://www.etonline.com/candace-cameron-bure-stars-in-hallmark-channels-if-i-only-had-christmas-first-look-exclusive-154864 the news report on the ''Entertainment Tonight'' website]. And [https://celebratingthesoaps.com/hallmark/hallmark-channel-news-wizard-of-oz-reimagined-candace-cameron-bure-in-if-i-only-had-christmas/ here's another report with another preview]. Finally, [https://www.hallmarkchannel.com/if-i-only-had-christmas here's the movie's page on the channel's website].

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==January 2027==
===Волшебник Изумрудного города, часть II, theaters throughout Russia===
'''January 1, 2027: ''Волшебник Изумрудного города, часть II'', theaters throughout Russia.''' The epic cinematic adaptation of Aleksandr Volkov's version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' comes to Russian theaters. Elli, Totoshka, Strasheela, the Iron Woodman, and the Cowardly Lion have reached the Emerald City. But will they meet the Wizard? What price will he ask from them to grant their wishes? Here's the teaser trailer:
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==To Be Determined==
===Wizard of Oz Days, Macon, Missouri===
'''Exact date to be announced: Wizard of Oz Days, Hannibal, Missouri.''' For complete details, see the event's Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/WizardofOzDays.

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OzWiki:Current events

2026-03-07T20:51:45Z

Ericgjovaag: /* Wicked play, around the world */

Other Oz events can also be found on [https://www.ozclub.org/calendar/ the International Wizard of Oz Club's online calendar].

Please note that, since I live in the United States and most Oz events take place in the United States, I will identify most event locations by city and state only. Any events taking place in other countries will include the name of the country as well.

==Going on now==
===''Wicked'' play, around the world===
'''Now playing: ''Wicked''.''' This is the award-winning musical based on Gregory Maguire's novel ''Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West''. The book is by Winnie Holzman, the music by Stephen Schwartz, and the show is directed by Joe Mantello. It has done so well, it has spawned the following productions:

* [http://www.gershwintheatre.com/ Gershwin Theater], Broadway, New York City, New York. Tickets may be purchased online at [http://www.ticketmaster.com/venue/24579 ticketmaster.com]. For more details, go to [http://wickedthemusical.com/ wickedthemusical.com]. For a "Behind the Emerald Curtain" tour on Saturday mornings, go to https://wickedthemusical.com/behind-the-emerald-curtain#scrolldown for details.

* The Apollo Victoria Theatre, The West End, London, England, United Kingdom. For more information, including booking tickets, see http://www.wickedthemusical.co.uk/.

* ''Wicked'' is also touring the United States and Canada. For more information and updates about the tour, see https://wickedthemusical.com/tickets/#tour. Here's the current schedule (locations and dates are subject to change):
** Now through March 22, 2026: [https://www.ppacri.org/events/detail/wicked-2 Providence Performing Arts Center], Providence, Rhode Island
** March 25-April 5, 2026: [https://www.broadwayincolumbia.com/upcoming-shows/ Koger Center for the Arts], Columbia, South Carolina
** April 8-19, 2026: [https://www.celebrityattractions.com/shows/10200/WICKED/Little-Rock/2026 Robinson Center], Little Rock, Arkansas
** April 22-May 3, 2026: Juanita K. Hammons Hall, Springfield, Missouri
** May 6-June 14, 2026: [https://dallas.broadway.com/shows/wicked/ Music Hall at Fair Park], Dallas, Texas
** June 17-July 5, 2026: [https://ticketomaha.com/Productions/wicked Orpheum Theater], Omaha, Nebraska
** July 8-August 9, 2026: [https://hennepinarts.org/events/wicked Orpheum Theatre], Minneapolis, Minnesota
** August 12-30, 2026: [https://kansascity.broadway.com/shows/wicked/ Music Hall], Kansas City, Missouri
** September 2-20, 2026: [https://www.desmoinesperformingarts.org/whats-on/events/2025-26/broadway/wicked Des Moines Civic Center], Des Moines, Iowa

* The Korean production is now on tour. The show's website is at https://www.wickedthemusical.co.kr/Home/Index. Here are the current dates:
** Now through March 1, 2026: Keimyung Arts Center, Daegu

* A non-reproduction staging is now running at the Teatr Muzyczny ROMA in Warsaw, Poland. For more information, see https://www.teatrroma.pl/spektakl/wicked/.

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===''The Wiz'' play, national tour===
'''''The Wiz'' play, national tour.''' After its Broadway run, this new staging of the Tony-winning musical adaptation of ''The Wizard of Oz'' heads out on a North American tour. The following dates have been announced:

* March 3-15, 2026: [https://cincinnati.broadway.com/shows/the-wiz/ Aronhoff Center], Cincinnati, Ohio
* April 21-26, 2026: [https://www.altriatheater.com/events/detail/the-wiz-2025 Altria Center], Richmond, Virginia
* May 5-10, 2026: [https://www.celebrityattractions.com/shows/10194/THE-WIZ/Tulsa/2026 Tulsa Performing Arts Center], Tulsa, Oklahoma
* May 12-17, 2026: [https://austin.broadway.com/shows/the-wiz/ Bass Concert Hall], Austin, Texas
* May 19-24, 2026: [https://www.okcbroadway.com/wiz Civic Center Music Hall], Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
* May 26-31, 2026: [https://americantheatreguild.com/toledo/shows/the-wiz/ Stranahan Theater], Toledo, Ohio

More dates and cities will be coming. For more information, see the show's website at https://wizmusical.com/.

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===''The Wizard of Oz on Ice'' on tour===
'''Now on Tour: ''The Wizard of Oz on Ice''.''' The new, reimagined version of the 1990s ice show returns for another season. The company has announced the following tour dates:
* March 5, 2026: [https://www.artsblooming.org/home-bcpa Bloomington Center for the Arts], Bloomington, Illinois
* March 6, 2026: [https://leachtheatre.mst.edu/events/2025/wiz-oz-on-ice/ Leach Theatre], Rolla, Missouri
* March 7, 2026: [https://www.hutchinsonfox.com/events/the-wizard-of-oz-on-ice Hutchinson's Historic Fox Theatre], Hutchinson, Kansas
* March 8, 2026: [https://www.topekaperformingarts.org/events/2026/the-wizard-of-oz-on-ice Topeka Performing Arts Center], Topeka, Kansas
* March 11, 2026: [https://mizzouarts.missouri.edu/university-concert-series-returns-for-118th-season/ Jesse Auditorium, University of Missouri], Columbia, Missouri
* March 14, 2026: [https://www.skokospac.org/ Shokos Performing Arts Center], Alma, Arkansas
* March 15, 2026: [https://www.coppellartscenter.org/events/detail/2026-wizard-of-oz-on-ice Coppell Arts Center], Coppell, Texas
* March 19, 2026: [https://coffeecountyartsalliance.org/product/wizard/ Enterprise High School Performing Arts Center], Enterprise, Alabama
* March 20, 2026: [https://fordcenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Ford Center for the Performing Arts], Oxford, Mississippi
* March 21, 2026: [https://tickets.thegrand.com/Online/mapSelect.asp?doWork::WSmap::loadMap=Load&createBO::WSmap=1&BOparam::WSmap::loadMap::performance_ids=BF23CAB4-BB58-48F2-B25A-98FC0873E482 The Grand 1894 Opera House], Galveston, Texas
* March 22, 2026: [https://ci.ovationtix.com/35987/production/1241069?performanceId=11647305 Temple Theater], Lufkin, Texas
* March 27, 2026: [https://www.moonlightstage.com/shows-tickets Moonlight Amphitheatre], Vista, California
* March 28, 2026: [https://www.ycpac.com/Online/default.asp?BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Avenue_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Acity_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Amonth_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Aobject_type_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Acategory_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_from=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_to=&doWork%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3Asearch=1&BOparam%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3Asearch%3A%3Aarticle_search_id=EE8716B4-0827-4B0D-9ACB-038A148DF966&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_criteria=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_from=2026-3-28&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_to=2026-3-28 Jim and Linda Lee Performing Arts Center], Prescott, Arizona
* March 29, 2026: [https://tickets.haughpac.com/wizard Haugh Performing Arts Center], Glendora, California
* March 30, 2026: [https://higleycenter.org/ Higley Center for the Performing Arts], Gilbert, Arizona
* April 10, 2026: [https://www.sunsetcenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Sunset Cultural Center], Carmel-by-the-Sea, California
* April 11, 2026: [https://www.lpac.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Lancaster Performing Arts Center], Lancaster, California
* April 12, 2026: [https://livermorearts.org/ Livermore Valley Performing Arts Center], Livermore, California
* April 15, 2026: [https://craterian.org/event/the-wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Craterian Theater], Medford, Oregon
* April 16, 2026: [https://columbiatheatre.com/new-events/wizard-of-oz-on-ice Columbia Theatre], Longview, Washington
* April 17, 2026: [https://www.washingtoncenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice-4-17-2026/ Washington Center for the Performing Arts], Olympia, Washington
* April 19, 2026: [https://buttearts.org/ Mother Lode Theatre], Butte, Montana
* April 30, 2026: [https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/41568594/wizard-of-oz-on-ice-pembroke-givens-performing-arts-center?_gl=1*17vkium*_ga*MTg1OTc1NzAyOS4xNzU3MTE1MzQz*_ga_LQFXLBGNDL*czE3NTcxMTUzNDMkbzEkZzEkdDE3NTcxMTUzNzMkajMwJGwwJGgw Givens Performing Arts Center], Pembroke, North Carolina

For more information about the show, see the website at https://wizardofozonice.com/.

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===''Ozmafia'' anime series, on the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Ozmafia'' anime series, crunchyroll.com.''' In this Japanese anime series (based on the video game of the same name), Scarlet is a new transfer student at Oz Academy. He doesn't get off to a good start, but the teachers seem nice enough. But what strange secrets are hiding at Oz Academy, and why are they at war with the other academies? Episodes (in Japanese, with English subtitles) are available to view online at http://www.crunchyroll.com/ozmafia for free.

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===''The Wizard of Oz'' and ''The Wiz'', throughout the United Kingdom===
'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz'', throughout the United Kingdom.''' Oz is a popular show to perform in the United Kingdom, and there always seems to be a show going on somewhere. For a complete listing of all upcoming productions of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in the United Kingdom, see the listings at [http://www.list.co.uk/events/theatre/what:The%20Wizard%20of%20Oz/sort:date/show:100/ ''The List''], naturally. They also have listings for performances of [http://www.list.co.uk/events/theatre/what:The%20Wiz/sort:date/show:100/ ''The Wiz''].

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===''Emerald City'' television series, NBC.com===
'''''Emerald City'' television series, NBC.com''' The latest Oz TV project has gone through its broadcast run on NBC. But the show's website is still up at http://www.nbc.com/emerald-city. You can still watch episodes online at http://www.nbc.com/emerald-city/episodes, and the show is also streaming on Peacock.

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===''Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz'', Internet Streaming and Cablecast===
'''Now playing: ''Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz'' cartoon series, Internet Streaming.''' This is the latest Oz cartoon series, based (very loosely) on the famous 1939 film version. Dorothy is now a princess of Oz and living in the Emerald City with Queen Ozma. But she's still having adventures! For more information, see the show's website at https://watch.boomerang.com/shows/dorothy-franchise/series/dorothy-series/volume-1. Or, if you have the Boomerang or Cartoon Network cable channels, episodes are now being shown in territories around the world, outside the United States, also have the show, so check your local version of the Cartoon Network, Boomerang, or Max channels or websites.

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===''Lost in Oz'' series, Internet streaming===
'''Now playing: ''Lost in Oz'', Amazon Video streaming.''' This animated series from Amazon tells the story of Dorothy, a modern-day girl, and her dog Toto, who are whisked to Oz when Dorothy opens one of her mother's old journals. To get home, she must find the elements of magic and help restore magic to Oz. Fortunately she has made friends with Ojo the Munchkin and West, a trainee witch, to help her out. To get started, see Amazon's ''Lost in Oz'' website at https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00Z89MYTI! And in November of 2022, [https://www.youtube.com/embed/h4fc1XvdBrk this short was dropped] with news of what's to come.

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===''Dee & Friends in Oz'', Netflix worldwide===
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'''Now playing: ''Dee & Friends in Oz'', Netflix worldwide.''' The streaming service has announced their new shows for 2024, including ''Dee & Friends in Oz'', an animated musical series aimed at preschoolers. Dee is a young girl who discovers a key to the magical land of Oz, where she makes friends and has has adventures where she saves the day. Want a sneak peek? [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oPAZCfmc0mQ&ab_channel=NetflixJr. Here's the first episode!]

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===''Chronicles of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now streaming: The ''Chronicles of Oz'' podcast.''' This audio adaptation of the first three Oz books, each in six episodes, presents ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', ''The Marvellous Land of Oz'', and ''Ozma of Oz'', plus a special episode adapting ''The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus''. Produced by Crossover Adventure Productions out of Australia. All episodes, along with trailers and other materials, can be downloaded at http://chroniclesofoz.com/.

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===''The Royal Podcast of Oz'', the Internet===
'''Now streaming: ''The Royal Podcast of Oz'', podbean.com and other podcasting sites.''' Now running for over a decade, this podcast is devoted to all things Oz, with interviews, reviews, news, and other items of interest to Oz fans of all types. You can listen to or download all editions at https://anchor.fm/the-royal-podcast-of-oz/, or look for it on your favorite podcast site.

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===''Wait Wait…Don't Tell Me'', National Public Radio===
'''Now streaming: ''Wait Wait…Don't Tell Me'' edition of May 11, 2019, npr.org.''' The popular current events quiz show recorded this episode in St. Louis, and got one of the city's most celebrated residents to play "Not My Job". Former Cardinals shortstop and Hall of Fame inductee Ozzie Smith was nicknamed "The Wizard of Oz" in his playing days, so naturally, he gets to answer questions about ''The Wizard of Oz''! You can listen to the entire episode [https://www.npr.org/programs/wait-wait-dont-tell-me/722132214/wait-wait-for-may-11-2019-with-not-my-job-guest-ozzie-smith?showDate=2019-05-11 here], or just Smith's segment [https://www.npr.org/2019/05/11/721853591/not-my-job-we-quiz-baseball-great-ozzie-smith-on-the-wizard-of-oz here].

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===''Hit the Bricks!'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Hit the Bricks!'' podcast, the Internet.''' One hundred years after the events of ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', the Gale farm is abandoned, and a new generation is off to have adventures in Oz. The first act has now dropped, with further episodes to come. For more information, see the show's website at https://hitthebricks.com/, and its Twitter feed at https://twitter.com/HitTheBricksPod/.

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===''The Smallwood Sessions'' podcast, "The Podcast of Oz", the Internet===
'''Now playing: "The Podcast of Oz" episode of ''The Smallwood Sessions'' podcast.''' To celebrate what would have been the 2020 edition of Chittenango's Oz-Stravaganza, this podcast about upstate New York celebrates Oz and creator L. Frank Baum's connections to the area. To listen, go to https://anchor.fm/josh-taylor87/episodes/Episode-22-The-Podcast-of-Oz-ef05f4.

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===''Down the Yellow Brick Pod'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Down the Yellow Brick Pod'' podcast.''' This podcast takes a deep dive into the Oz books, one chapter at a time, and looks at all that they encompass. Available on many podcast sources, including Google Podcasts, and through [https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS8xMTcyMTM4LnJzcw?hl=en this link].

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===''The Wonderful Recap of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''The Wonderful Recap of Oz'' podcast.''' This podcast recaps the Oz books, one per episode. Available Available on many podcast sources, including Google Podcasts, and through [https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy80ZjgyMWIyYy9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw== this link].

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===''No Place Like Home'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''No Place Like Home'' podcast.''' This podcast looks at the Ruby Slippers, how they were stolen in 2005 and found again in 2018, and all the background behind them, the production of The Movie, the life of Judy Garland, and more. Available on most podcasting sites. For more information, the show's website is at https://shows.cadence13.com/podcast/noplacelikehome.

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===''The Lost Princess of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''The Lost Princess of Oz'' podcast.''' A new, original Oz story for kids (of all ages), told in six parts, with songs, and presented by the Delaware Children's Theatre. Although based on Baum's writings, this is not the same story as his novel ''The Lost Princess of Oz''. For more information, or to subscribe, see the show's website at https://www.thelostprincessofozpodcast.com/.

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===''The Wizard of Oz: A Homegrown American Fairy Tale'' radio broadcast, BBC World Service===
'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz: A Homegrown American Fairy Tale'' radio documentary, BBC World Service and online streaming.''' This program looks at the origins and mythology of ''The Wizard of Oz'' and how it came about. It is currently available to listen or download online, anywhere in the world. Check the program's website at https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/w3ct1rl9 to listen to it online, or to download it.

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===To Oz? To Oz! online convention, the Internet===
'''To Oz? To Oz! online convention.''' With so many Oz events having to be cancelled this year because of the COVID-19 pandemic, a bunch of them got together to present some of their events to a worldwide, online audience for free. The live portions of the convention have now ended, but if you go to https://ozis.us/, you can see many prerecorded talks and events.

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===The OzConnection, YouTube===
'''The OzConnection, YouTube.''' OzCon International, the world's longest running ''Wizard of Oz'' convention, now has a YouTube channel at "The OzConnection", which features highlights of earlier cons and new material. The link is at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQU5pEFZZ6n_vXvRalgclSg.

The OzConnection has recently started two shows specifically for their channel. The first is a talk show called "OZ:Connect", which you can find in a playlist at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r-NAe0FKDXk&list=PLVNfENfXbx111GmnLLJFklUVGxPl1zUC-. The other new show is "Crypto-Oz-ology", short stories about all kinds of unusual happenings in Oz, which is in a playlist at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sCoSH97u4ts&list=PLVNfENfXbx11g0DhXikoqyP0dslwHeC1h.

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===Oz Talk, YouTube===
'''''Oz Talk'' panel talk show, YouTube.''' Join five Oz friends as they discuss any and all Oz subjects under the sun. New episodes will drop every two weeks on [https://www.youtube.com/c/TheOfficialOzClub/videos the Official Oz Club's YouTube Channel]. You can find the playlist for ''Oz Talk'' at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VNINbbefPS4&list=PL3OVMLWgINCRfgeWZR8GPJOp11rR73Ssc.

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===''Fifty Years of Oziana'' Readings, Youtube===
'''''Fifty Years of Oziana'' short story readings, YouTube.''' To celebrate fifty years of ''Oziana'', the International Wizard of Oz Club's annual literary magazine, Club members read stories from the last five decades. Many authors have even revisited their own stories. You can see the playlist of all stories [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hm6WXDLg9U8&list=PL3OVMLWgINCQ2a_CDuBggCt7kCYVaS4yD right here].

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===''Rainbow'' movie, Netflix===
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'''Now playing: ''Rainbow'', on Netflix worldwide.''' The first streaming service premieres this new movie, from director Paco León, that uses themes and imagery from ''The Wizard of Oz'' to explore the coming of age of Dora, a young Spanish woman who finds that everything she thought she knew about her life may be wrong. Available in an English dub, or with English subtitles.

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===The Wizard of Oz Experience, Around the World===
'''The Wizard of Oz Experience.''' The interactive outdoors event will be making making another set of appearances around the United States, Canada, and Australia in the spring of 2024. Take a look at https://questoapp.com/ for when it's coming to your town.

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===The Wicked Wizard Afternoon Tea, London, England, United Kingdom===
'''The Wicked Wizard Afternoon Tea, The Franklin Hotel, London, England, United Kingdom.''' Enjoy an Oz-themed tea, inspired by ''The Wizard of Oz'' and ''Wicked'', in the heart of London's Knightsbridge district. Tea is served from noon to 6:00, costs £49 (spirits are extra), and reservations must be made at least twenty-four hours in advance. For more information, including the menu, see [https://collezione.starhotels.com/en/our-hotels/the-franklin-london/restaurants-and-bars/wicked-wizard-at-the-franklin.html?_gl=1*1cfuckg*_up*MQ..*_gs*MQ..*_ga*MzU1MjIzMDI0LjE3NDE1NzY0NjA.*_ga_444Y1N2CEK*MTc0MTU3NjQ1OC4xLjEuMTc0MTU3NjU3NS4wLjAuMTkzNzQwNjk0Nw..*_ga_YXSDGTQ8NB*MTc0MTU3NjQ1OC4xLjEuMTc0MTU3NjU3NS4wLjAuNDIxNjUwMTc1&gclid=Cj0KCQiAlbW-BhCMARIsADnwasphX4BQH4lMNEKBognzeTmjcu96bA-ZlcDfhhU2ouaxc5CgyV41YLMaAjUfEALw_wcB the Franklin's website].

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===''Ruby Red Handed: Stealing America’s Most Famous Pair of Shoes'', Hulu===
'''Now playing: ''Ruby Red Handed: Stealing America’s Most Famous Pair of Shoes'', Hulu Streaming Service.''' This ABC News documentary delves into the 2005 theft of a pair of Ruby Slippers in Minnesota and the subsequent investigation and recovery. Keep an eye out here for more information and links.

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===''The Wizard of Oz'', Las Vegas, Nevada===
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'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz'' at the Sphere, Las Vegas, Nevada.''' See the famous 1939 film version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in a whole new way. This is an immersive reimagining in 16K on a huge screen surrounding the audience. For more information and to buy tickets, go to https://www.thesphere.com/shows/wizard-of-oz-experience.

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===Candlelight: ''The Wizard of Oz'' concerts, around the world===
'''Candlelight: ''The Wizard of OZ'' concerts, around the world.''' In conjunction with Warner Bros., Candlelight is presenting songs from the famous movie version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in venues around the world amidst a sea of flickering candles. For more information, or to locate a concert, see the website at https://candlelightexperience.com/wizard-of-oz-concerts/.

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===The Land of Oz: Beyond the Page Museum Exhibit, Chicago, Illinois===
'''Now through March 15, 2026: The Land of Oz: Beyond the Page Museum Exhibit, Driehaus Museum, Chicago, Illinois.''' This exhibit focuses on design elements of the famous 1939 film adaptation of ''The Wizard of Oz''. Items on display include replicas of the Ruby Slippers and the Cowardly Lion's "Courage" medal, an early draft script, and a prototype for the Flying Monkey's costumes. For more information, see the museum's website at https://driehausmuseum.org/exhibitions.

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===Bloomland in Oz, Burlington, Ontario, Canada===
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'''Now through April 6, 2026: Bloomland in Oz, Royal Botanical Gardens Canada, Burlington, Ontario, Canada.''' The Gardens' 2026 showcase features floral displays and artistic creations, all inspired by the novel ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz''. For more information or to purchase tickets, see the website at https://www.rbg.ca/things-to-do/by-season/special-events/winter-exhibit/. And here's a behind-the-scenes look:
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===Stories of Cinema: Identity exhibit, Los Angeles, California===
'''Now through January 10, 2027: Stories of Cinema: Identity exhibit, Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, Los Angeles, California.''' The Academy Museum has brought its pair of Ruby Slippers back for the public to view. This exhibit also includes costumes and design studies from such movies as ''Flower Drum Song'', ''Dreamgirls'', ''Moulin Rouge!'', ''Amadeus'', ''Ma Raimey's Black Bottom'', ''Barbie'', and ''Wicked''. For more information, see the museum's website at https://www.academymuseum.org/en/exhibitions/stories-of-cinema-identity.

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==March 2026==
===Lorna Luft, Las Vegas, Nevada===
'''March 14-15, 2026: Lorna Luft, The Palazzo Theatre, The Venetian, Las Vegas, Nevada.''' An actor and singer in her own right, Lorna Luft is also Judy Garland's daughter. Join her for an intimate, personal celebration of ''The Wizard of Oz'' and her mother's life and career. For more information or te purchase tickets, see https://www.venetianlasvegas.com/entertainment/lorna-luft.html.

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===An Emerald Evening in Oz, Kansas City, Missouri===
'''March 28, 2026: An Emerald Evening in Oz, The Midland Theatre, Kansas City, Missouri.''' The Kansas City Repertory Theatre's latest fundraiser has a distinctly Ozian touch this year, in celebration of the company's upcoming production of ''The Wizard of Oz''. For more information, including how to reserve a seat or a table, see https://kcrep.org/event/gala/.

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==April 2026==
===''Return to Oz'' 40th Anniversary Screening, San Francisco, California===
'''April 9, 2026: ''Return to Oz'' 40th Anniversary Screening, The Castro Theatre, San Francisco, California.''' The legendary San Francisco theater is opening again after renavations, and part of the program will be a rare theatrical screening of the 1985 Disney movie ''Return to Oz'' to celebrate it's fortieth anniversary (maybe a few months late). The special guest is director Walter Murch, who will discuss the film and answer questions afterwards. For more details, see the show's website at https://thecastro.com/events/movies-for-maniacs-260409/

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===Garmin Marathon in the Land of Oz, Olathe, Kansas===
'''April 26, 2026: Garmin Marathon in the Land of Oz, Olathe, Kansas.''' If you're going to have a 26.2-mile run in Kansas, you may as well give it an Oz theme! For more information and to register, see the race's website at http://ozrun.org/.

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==May/June 2026==
===''The Wizard of Oz'' play, Kansas City, Missouri===
'''May 5-24, 2026: ''The Wizard of Oz'' play, Kansas City Repertory Theatre, Kansas City, Missouri.''' The company presents the Royal Shakespeare Company's adaptation of the famous musical version of the story, based on the famous movie. For more details or to purchase tickets, see https://kcrep.org/event/the-wizard-of-oz/.

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===Yellow Brick Road Festival, Sedan, Kansas===
'''May 22-23, 2026: Yellow Brick Road Festival, Sedan, Kansas.''' This town in Kansas celebrates ''The Wizard of Oz'' every year. For details, see http://www.lasr.net/travel/city.php?Sedan&Kansas&Yellow+Brick+Road+Festival&City_ID=KS0604019&Event_ID=KS0604019e002&VE=Y or call 620-725-4033.

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===Oz-Stravaganza, Chittenango, New York===
'''June 5-7, 2026: Oz-Stravaganza, Chittenango, New York.''' This village in upstate New York honors its native son, L. Frank Baum, with an annual festival honoring his creation, the Land of Oz. For more information, see the event's website at http://www.oz-stravaganza.com/.

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===Judy Garland Festival, Grand Rapids, Minnesota===
'''June (exact dates to be announced), 2026: Judy Garland Festival, Judy Garland Museum and environs, Grand Rapids, Minnesota.''' Judy Garland's home town celebrates her in this annual festival, with events all over town spread out over several days. For more information, keep an eye on the event's website at https://judygarlandmuseum.com/judy-garland-museum-events/.

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==August 2026==
===Oz Festival Illinois, Mapleton, Illinois===
'''August (exact date to be announced), 2025: Oz Fest Illinois, Butler Haynes Park, Mapleton, Illinois.'''. For more information, see the event's website at https://www.hollispark.org/oz-fest, or the Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/OzFestIllinois/.

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==September 2026==
===Autumn at Oz Party, Banner Elk, North Carolina===
'''September (exact dates to be announced), 2026: Autumn at Oz Party, Beech Mountain, Banner Elk, North Carolina.''' The Wizard of Oz Park on the mountain may no longer be in regular operation, but it's still there, and Oz and park fans get together once a year for a party. Hurricane Hélène paused the event for 2025, but there's hope for a return in 2026. For more information, check out https://landofoznc.com/.

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===OzFest, Liberal, Kansas===
'''September (exact date to be announced), 2026: OzFest, Liberal, Kansas.''' The home town of the Dorothy's House attraction hosts its annual tribute to Dorothy and Oz. For more information, see [https://www.lasr.net/travel/city.php?Ozfest&TravelTo=KS1019015&VE=Y&Event_ID=KS1019015e002 the city's events page] and [http://visitliberal.com/ the city's website] (and be sure to call 1-800-LIBERAL to confirm event and dates).

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==October 2026==
===Oztoberfest, Wamego, Kansas===
'''October (exact date to be announced), 2026: Oztoberfest, Wamego, Kansas.''' The town not only has an Oz museum, they put on an annual Oz festival. Authors and other special guests will attend, and there's also admission to the museum. For more details, call the Oz museum at 1-866-458-TOTO, or see the event's website at http://oztoberfest.com/.

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==November 2026==
===TeslaCon, Middleton, Wisconsin===
'''November 12-15, 2026: TeslaCon, Marriott of Middleton, Middleton, Wisconsin.''' The country's largest steampunk convention celebrates its sixteenth edition, and this year the theme is Oz. For more information, see the convention's website at https://teslacon.com/.

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==Holiday Season 2026-27==
===''The Wizard of Oz'', holiday cablecasts===
'''''The Wizard of Oz'' holiday cablecasts, TBS and TNT.''' The stations' annual holiday season showings of the famous film version are, generally speaking, around Thanksgiving on TBS and Christmas on TNT. Check your local provider for exact times and channels on your system. Keep checking back for updates.

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===''The Wiz'' holiday telecasts===
'''''The Wiz'' holiday telecasts.''' Channels have holiday time airings of the 1978 film adaptation of ''The Wiz'', starring Diana Ross as Dorothy, Michael Jackson as the Scarecrow, Lena Horne as Glinda, and Richard Pryor as the Wiz. Keep checking back for updates.

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===''If I Only Had Christmas'' television movie, The Hallmark Channel===
'''''If I Only Had Christmas'' television movie, The Hallmark Channel.''' A Hallmark Christmas romance movie, first shown in 2020 and based (extremely loosely) on ''The Wizard of Oz''! Candace Cameron Bure stars as Darcy Gale, a publicist who teams up with Huck, a cynical business owner played by Neil Webb, to help out a charity in need. It airs many times at Christmas, and occasionally at other times throughout the year (check your local television provider for exact time and channel on your system). For more details and a sneak peek behind the scenes, take a look at [https://www.etonline.com/candace-cameron-bure-stars-in-hallmark-channels-if-i-only-had-christmas-first-look-exclusive-154864 the news report on the ''Entertainment Tonight'' website]. And [https://celebratingthesoaps.com/hallmark/hallmark-channel-news-wizard-of-oz-reimagined-candace-cameron-bure-in-if-i-only-had-christmas/ here's another report with another preview]. Finally, [https://www.hallmarkchannel.com/if-i-only-had-christmas here's the movie's page on the channel's website].

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==January 2027==
===Волшебник Изумрудного города, часть II, theaters throughout Russia===
'''January 1, 2027: ''Волшебник Изумрудного города, часть II'', theaters throughout Russia.''' The epic cinematic adaptation of Aleksandr Volkov's version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' comes to Russian theaters. Elli, Totoshka, Strasheela, the Iron Woodman, and the Cowardly Lion have reached the Emerald City. But will they meet the Wizard? What price will he ask from them to grant their wishes? Here's the teaser trailer:
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==To Be Determined==
===Wizard of Oz Days, Macon, Missouri===
'''Exact date to be announced: Wizard of Oz Days, Hannibal, Missouri.''' For complete details, see the event's Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/WizardofOzDays.

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==February 2, 2026: ''The Baum Bugle'' Winter 2025 Issue and ''Oziana'' 2025==
[[file:Bbwinter25.jpg|300 px|left]]The year's final issue of ''The Baum Bugle'' is back from the printers and off to members of the International Wizard of Oz Club. Look for more on this issue in the coming days. <br clear=all>

[[file:Oziana_2025.jpg|400 px|right]]Also available now is the 2025 issue of ''Oziana'', the Club's annual literary anthology. It is available for sale to anyone, even if they're not a member of the Club, through [https://www.lulu.com/shop/jl-bell-and-scott-b-blanke-and-nathan-m-dehoff-and-catherine-lombardi/oziana-2025/paperback/product-v8m6mke.html?page=1&pageSize=4 Lulu.com]. Look for more on this issue in the coming days as well. <br clear=all>

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==November 13, 2025: ''The Baum Bugle'' Autumn 2025 Issue==
[[file:Bbautumn25.jpg|right]] The latest issue of ''The Baum Bugle'', the journal of the International Wizard of oz Club, is making its way to members now. This issue celebrates forty years of ''Return to Oz'', and includes a comprehensive checklist of collectibles from the 1985 Disney movie.

In this issue:

* The wraparound front cover reproduces the art, by Josh Kirby, for a 1985 British ''Return to Oz'' jigsaw puzzle.
* The inside front cover has photos, taken by Tricia Trozzi, of the New York premiere of ''Return to Oz'' in June of 1985.
* In "Letters", Oz Club President and ''Bugle'' editor Sarah K. Crotzer discuss their encounters and memories of ''Return to Oz''.
* In "The ''Bugle'' Bulletin:
** The only known manuscript of "Over the Rainbow" is now in the Library of Congress.
** Documentarian Jeffrey McHale is taking his latest movie, ''It's Dorothy!'' around the film festival circuit.
** "Beyond the Shifting Sands" remembers recently passed Oz luminaries:
*** Robert A. Baum, Jr., the great-grandson of L. Frank Baum and a noted Oz scholar and historian in his own right.
*** Dr. Richard R. Rutter, a major collector and Winkie Convention attendee, who was especially known for his extravagant Oz costumes.
*** Drew Struzan, the celebrated movie poster artist whose works included ''Return to Oz''.
* Sarah K. Crotzer looks back at the life and career of the actress known in Oz circles as Princess Mombi from ''Return to Oz'' in "So…! The Many Heads of Jean Marsh".
* Tricia Trozzi looks back at what she was doing on June 21, 1985—attending the gala premiere of ''Return to Oz'' at Radio City Music Hall—in "Movie Memories".
* Original ''Return to Oz'' reviews are collected in "What the Papers Said: 1985 Edition, A Collection of Contemporaneous Media Opinions of ''Return to Oz''".
* Robert B. Luehrs contemplates one of L. Frank Baum's earlier characters in "The Pundit of Oz: Some Random Thoughts Concerning the Woggle-Bug".
* Sarah K. Crotzer updates previous ''Bugle'' checklists with "The Ultimate ''Return to Oz'' Merchandise Checklist", a full-color insert.
* Carl Rexroad continues on from an article in a previous issue with "The Editorial Cartoons of Oz, Part 2: Modern Times with ''The Wizard of Oz''".
* Jane Albright peeks behind the curtain of the latest iteration of ''The Wizard of Oz on Ice'' in "Melt the Witch, Not the Ice".
* Noted in "The Bugle Review":
** [https://cloverpress.us/collections/prose-books/products/oz-collection-kabumpo-in-oz ''Kabumpo in Oz'' by Ruth Plumly Thompson, newly illustrated by Sara Richard] and reviewed by Atticus Gannaway.
** [https://scriveningspress.com/book/a-hundred-magical-reasons/ ''A Hundred Magical Reasons'' by Laura DeNooyer], reviewed by J. L. Bell.
** [https://insighteditions.com/products/wicked-grimmerie-collectible-hardcover-journal ''Wicked: The Grimmerie Collectible Hardcover Journal''], reviewed by Atticus Gannaway.
** Three games in which Oz characters appear: [https://www.amazon.com/Lookout-Games-LK0101-Gingerbread-House/dp/B07JH62HXN ''Gingerbread House''], [https://horribleguild.com/eu/product/similo-fables/ ''Similo: Fables''], and [https://gamefound.com/en/projects/gabe-barrett/storybook-saga-solo-game-of-the-month ''Storybook Saga''], all reviewed by Sarah K. Crotzer.
* The inside back cover reprints a 1985 Japanese ad for ''Return to Oz'' merchandise from Nakajima Toys.

Also included with this issue is the card game Don't Wear Mombi's Head, a set of cards to color, cut out, and play with.

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==''Wicked'' and ''Wicked: For Good'' Accolades and Awards==
With high profile movie releases, naturally ''Wicked'' and ''Wicked: For Good'' will receive acclaim during the film award seasons. Here, then, we will keep track of awards presented to the ''Wicked'' movies and their cast and crew, plus nominations for awards to be given later. Keep an eye on this list or the Wikipedia pages for [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_accolades_received_by_Wicked_(2024_film) ''Wicked''] and [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wicked%3A_For_Good#Accolades ''Wicked: For Good''] as more news comes in.

The awards are presented here in the chronological order they were presented:
* September 27, 2024: International Cinematographers "Manaki Brothers" Film Festival, SUMOLIGHT Creative Energy Award: Alice Brooks (Cinematographer) and Dave Smith (Gaffer)
* November 18, 2024: Heartland Film Festival, Truly Moving Picture Award: ''Wicked''
* November 23, 2024: The International Film Festival of the Art of Cinematography Camerimage, Production Designer Award: Nathan Crowley
* December 4, 2024: National Board of Review
** Best Film: ''Wicked''
** Best Director: Jon M. Chu
** Spotlight Award: the creative collaboration of Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande
* December 5, 2024: American Film Institute Awards, Top 10 Films of the Year: ''Wicked'' (alongside nine other movies)
* December 8, 2024: Washington DC Area Film Critics Film Critics Association
** Best Feature: ''Wicked''
** Best Production Design: Nathan Crowley and Lee Sandales
* December 8, 2024: Astra Film and Creative Arts Awards
** Best Picture: ''Wicked''
** Best Actress: Cynthia Erivo
** Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande (tied with Zoe Saldaña for ''Emilia Pérez'')
** Best Director: Jon M. Chu
** Best Casting: Tiffany Little Canfield and Bernard Telsey
** Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
** Best Marketing Campaign: ''Wicked''
** Best Production Design: Nathan Crowley and Lee Sandales
* December 9, 2024: Celebration of Black Cinema and Television, Actress Award—Film: Cynthia Erivo
* December 9, 2024: Michigan Movie Critics Guild, Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande
* December 9, 2024: Atlanta Film Critics Circle, Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande
* December 9, 2024: San Diego Film Critics Society
** Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande
** Best Production Design: Nathan Crowley and Lee Sandales
** Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
* December 13, 2024: African-American Film Critics Association, Innovator Award: Paul Tazewell
* December 13, 2024: Las Vegas Film Critics Society
** Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
** Best Family Film: ''Wicked''
* December 15, 2024: St. Louis Film Critics Association, Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
* December 16, 2024: Phoenix Film Critics Society
** Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande
** Best Costume Design: ''Wicked''
* December 16, 2024: Seattle Film Critics Society, Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
* December 16, 2024: Iowa Film Critics Association, Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande (tied with Isabella Rossellini in ''Conclave'')
* December 16, 2024: Southeastern Film Critics Association, Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande
* December 21, 2024: Nevada Film Critics Society
** Best Actress: Cynthia Erivo
** Best Visual Effects: Pablo Helman
* December 28, 2024: Digital Spy Readers Awards, Most Anticipated Movie of 2025: ''Wicked: For Good''
* December 30, 2024: TiBS Editors Choice Awards:
** Best Actress: Cynthia Erivo
** Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande
** Best Director: Jon M. Chu
** Best Ensemble: ''Wicked''
* January 2, 2025: Capri Hollywood-International Film Festival Award, Best Sound: ''Wicked''
* January 2, 2025: Critics Association of Central Florida
** Best Cast: ''Wicked''
** Best Production Design: ''Wicked''
** Best Sound Design: ''Wicked''
* January 3, 2025: Palm Springs International Film Festival
** Creative Impact in Acting Award: Cynthia Erivo
** Rising Star Award: Ariana Grande
* January 3, 2025: Oklahoma Film Critics Circle, Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande
* January 4, 2025: DiscussingFilm Global Critic Award, Best Production Design: ''Wicked''
* January 5, 2025: Golden Globe Awards, Cinematic and Box Office Achievement: ''Wicked''
* January 10, 2025: Music City Film Critics Association, Best Music Film: ''Wicked''
* January 10, 2025: Minnesota Film Critics Association, Best Costume Design: ''Wicked''
* January 12, 2025: Puerto Rico Critics Association
** Best Comedy/Musical: ''Wicked''
** Best Production Design: ''Wicked''
** Best Costume Design: ''Wicked''
* January 13, 2025: North Dakota Film Society, Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
* January 13, 2025: Hawaii Film Critics Society
** Best Art Direction: ''Wicked''
** Best Costume Design: ''Wicked''
** Best Visual Effects: ''Wicked''
* January 14, 2025: Portland Critics Association, Best Supporting Performance (Female): Ariana Grande
* January 16, 2025: North American Film Critics Association, Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande
* January 24, 2025: Denver Film Critics Society, Best Supporting Performance by an Actor, Female: Ariana Grande
* January 26, 2025: Satellite Awards
** Best Supporting Actress—Motion Picture: Ariana Grande
** Best Production Design: ''Wicked''
** Best Costume Design: ''Wicked''
** Best Sound: ''Wicked''
** Make-Up Award: ''Wicked''
* January 27, 2025: Online Film Critics Society, Technical Achievement Award — Choreography: ''Wicked''
* February 6, 2025: Costume Designers Guild Awards, Excellence in Sci-Fi/Fantasy Film: Paul Tazewell
* February 7, 2025: Set Decorators Society of America, Best Achievement in Décor/Design of a Comedy or Musical Feature Film: Lee Sandales and Nathan Crowley
* February 7, 2025: Critics' Choice Movie Awards
** Best Director: Jon M. Chu
** Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
** Best Production Design: Nathan Crowley and Lee Sandales
* February 7, 2025: AACTA Awards, Audience Choice Award for Favourite Film: ''Wicked''
* February 9, 2025: Santa Barbara International Film Festival, Virtuoso Award: Ariana Grande
* February 9, 2025: AARP Movies for Grownups Awards, Best Screenwriter: Winnie Holzman
* February 12, 2025: Artios Awards, Outstanding Achievement in Casting – Big Budget Feature (Comedy): Bernard Telsey, Tiffany Little Canfield, Ryan Bernard Tymensky, Tamsyn Manson
* February 13, 2025: Dorian Awards
** Supporting Film Performance of the Year: Ariana Grande
** "We're Wilde About You" Rising Star Award: Jonathan Bailey
** Galeca LGBTQIA+ Film Trailblazer: Cynthia Erivo
* February 15, 2025: Art Directors Guild Awards, Excellence in Production Design for a Fantasy Film: Nathan Crowley
* February 15, 2025: Make-Up Artists and Hair Stylists Guild
** Best Period and/or Character Make-Up in a Feature-Length Motion Picture: Frances Hannon, Alice Jones, Nuria Mbornio, Johanna Nielsen, Branka Vorkapic
** Best Period and/or Character Hair Styling in a Feature-Length Motion Picture: Frances Hannon, Sarah Nuth, Sim Camps, Gabor Kerekes
* February 16, 2025: BAFTA Film Awards
** Best Production Design: ''Wicked''
** Best Costume Design: ''Wicked''
* February 17, 2025: Black Reel Awards
** Outstanding Soundtrack: ''Wicked''
** Outstanding Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
* February 17, 2025: Latino Entertainment Journalists Society
** Best Production Design: Nathan Crowley and Lee Sandales
** Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
* February 22, 2025: NAACP Image Awards
** Outstanding Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
** Outstanding Soundtrack/Compilation Album: ''Wicked: The Soundtrack''
* February 23, 2025: Online Film and Television Association
** Best Production Design: ''Wicked''
** Best Costume Design: ''Wicked''
** Best Adapted Song: "Defying Gravity"
* February 23, 2025: Golden Reel Awards, Outstanding Achievement in Music Editing–Feature Motion Picture: Catherine Wilson, Robin Baynton
* February 28, 2025: International Cinematographers Guild Publicists Awards, Maxwell Weinberg Award for Motion Picture Publicity Campaign: ''Wicked''
* March 2, 2025: Academy Awards
** Best Costume Design: ''Wicked''
** Best Production Design: ''Wicked''
* March 11, 2025: Queerties
** Drama Movie: ''Wicked''
** Film Performance: Jonathan Bailey
** Next Big Thing: ''Wicked: For Good''
* March 14, 2025: American Cinema Editors Awards, Best Edited Feature Film – Comedy or Musical: Myron Kerstein
* March 17, 2025: iHeartRadio Music Awards, Favorite Soundtrack: ''Wicked: The Soundtrack''
* April 22, 2025: Webby Awards, Variety and Reality, General Video and Film: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a7Inn_IA-MA&ab_channel=Variety ''Wicked'' Stars Ariana Grande & Cynthia Erivo Break Down Viral "Holding Space" Interview]
* June 9, 2025: The BET Awards, Best Actress: Cynthia Erivo
* June 21, 2025: Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards:
** Favorite Movie: ''Wicked''
** Favorite Movie Actress: Ariana Grande as Glinda
** Favorite Song from a Movie: "Defying Gravity"
* July 3, 2025: Astra Midseason Movie Awards, Most Anticipated Film: ''Wicked: For Good''
* August 5, 2025: Las Culturista Culture Awards, Harshest Truth About ''Wicked'': Phannee not realized, we don't get into his gay story (What was that like? Was it hard coming out or was Pfannee born wealthy? Prequel idea about this.)
* October 19, 2025: Middleburg Film Festival, Creative Collaborators Award: Alice Brooks (cinematographer) and Myron Kerstein (editor), ''Wicked: For Good''
* October 26, 2025: Savannah Film Festival, Vanguard Director Award: Jon M. Chu
* November 3, 2025: ''People'' Magazine's Sexiest Man Alive: Jonathan Bailey
* November 4, 2025: Media Access Awards, Christopher Reeve Acting Award: Marissa Bode
* November 19, 2025: Hollywood Music in Media Awards, Music Themed Film, Biopic, or Musical: ''Wicked: For Good'', Jon M. Chu
* December 3, 2025: National Board of Review: Top 10 Films (one of ten, but not Film of the Year)
* December 4, 2025: American Film Institute Awards: Top 10 Films (one of ten)
* December 9, 2025: African-American Film Critics Association, Top Ten Films of the Year: ''Wicked: For Good''
* December 11, 2025: Astra Film Awards, Best Visual Effects: ''Wicked: For Good'', Pablo Helman, Jonathan Fawkner, Anthony Smith, Dale Newton, and Paul Corbould
* December 15, 2025: San Diego Film Critics Society, Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell, ''Wicked: For Good''
* December 19, 2025: Las Vegas Film Critics Society, Top Ten Films of the Year: ''Wicked: For Good''
* December 28, 2025: Iowa Film Critics Association
** Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande
** Best Song, "The Girl in the Bubble"
* December 29, 2025: The King's New Year's Honours List: Cynthia Erivo is named a Member of the British Empire (MBE)
* January 9, 2026: Astra Film Awards, Best Supporting Actress—Comedy or Musical: Ariana Grande
* January 16, 2026: American Cinematheque Tribute to the Crafts Awards, Choreography: Christopher Scott
* February 1, 2026: London Film Critics' Circle, Derek Malcolm Award for Innovation: Cynthia Erivo
* February 1, 2026: The Grammy Awards, Best Pop Duo/Group Performance: Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande, "Defying Gravity"
* February 8, 2026: Santa Barbara International Film Festival, Kirk Douglas Award: Cynthia Erivo
* February 9, 2026: The Lumiere Awards, the Judy Garland Award: Jon M. Chu
* February 12, 2026: Costume Designers Guild Awards, Excellence in Sci-Fi/Fantasy Film: Paul Tazewell
* February 16, 2026: Black Reel Awards, Outstanding Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
* February 21, 2026: Set Decorators Society of America Awards, Best Achievement in Décor/Design of a Comedy or Musical Feature Film: Nathan Crowley and Lee Sandales
* February 28, 2026: NAACP Image Awards, Outstanding Actress in a Motion Picture: Cynthia Erivo

''Wicked'' and ''Wicked: For Good'' have the following nominations for forthcoming awards:
* March 3, 2026: Dorian Awards
** Supporting Film Performance of the Year: Ariana Grande
** Campiest Flick: ''Wicked: For Good''
** Wilde Artist Award: Cynthia Erivo
** Galeca LGBTQIA+ Film Trailblazer: Jonathan Bailey
* March 8, 2026: Satellite Awards
** Best Actress in a Motion Picture – Comedy or Musical: Cynthia Erivo
** Best Actress in a Supporting Role: Ariana Grande
** Best Original Song: "No Place Like Home", Stephen Schwartz; "The Girl in the Bubble", Stephen Schwartz
** Best Sound: Nancy Nugent Title, John Marquis, Andy Nelson, Simon Hayes, and Jack Dolman
** Best Production Design: Nathan Crowley and Lee Sandales
** Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
** Best Makeup and Hair: Frances Hannon, Mark Coulier, and Laura Blount
* March 8, 2026: The Saturn Awards
** Best Fantasy Film: ''Wicked: For Good''
** Best Actress in a Film: Cynthia Erivo, ''Wicked: For Good''
** Best Supporting Actor in a Film: Jeff Goldblum, ''Wicked: For Good''
** Best Supporting Actress in a Film: Ariana Grande, ''Wicked: For Good''
** Best Film Music: John Powell and Stephen Schwartz, ''Wicked: For Good''
** Best Film Production Design: Nathan Crowley and Lee Sandales, ''Wicked: For Good''
** Best Film Costume Design: Paul Tazewell, ''Wicked: For Good''
** Best Film Make-Up: Mark Coulier and Frances Hannon, ''Wicked: For Good''
** Best Film Visual/Special Effects: Pablo Helman and Dale Newton, ''Wicked: For Good''
** Best 4K Home Media Release: ''Wicked''
* March 13, 2026: International Cinematographers Guild, Maxwell Weinberg Award for Motion Picture Publicity Campaign: ''Wicked: For Good''
* March 26, 2026: iHeartRadio Music Awards
** Favorite Soundtrack: ''Wicked: For Good—The Soundtrack''
** Favorite On Screen: Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande

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==October 8, 2025: Robert A. Baum, 1942-2025==
[[file:Robert_A_Baum_Jr.webp|300 px|center]] Robert A. "Bob" Baum, great-grandson of L. Frank Baum and an important Oz scholar in his own right, passed away today at the age of 83. His generosity in sharing his family's collection and history has been a boon to Oz in many ways. Museums, documentaries, and Oz festivals and conventions have all been enhanced by Bob's donations. He was a consultant on the 1990 television movie ''The Dreamer of Oz'', a biopic of his great-grandfather, and even recreated Frank's home office on set using items from his own collection. He served the International Wizard of Oz Club as a director and contributor to ''The Baum Bugle'', as well as frequent convention guest. The [https://www.lulu.com/shop/bob-baum-and-don-abbott-and-rob-lauer-and-autumn-rose-frodelius/oziana-2022/paperback/product-pv4dmd.html?q=oziana+2022&page=1&pageSize=4 2022 issue of ''Oziana''], the Club's literary magazine, was a collection of Bob Baum's fanciful stories about his family history. He and his wife, Claire, would sometimes appear at events as L. Frank and Maud Baum to tell stories about their lives. For his many contributions, he was awarded the Oz Club's highest honor, named after his great-grandfather, in 2002.

(Information courtesy Jane Albright on Facebook. Photo courtesy [https://oz.fandom.com/wiki/Robert_A._Baum_Jr. The Oz Wiki].)

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==September 21, 2025: Elaine Merk Binder, 1930-2025==
Elaine Merk Binder, one of the last remaining actors who played a Munchkin in ''The Wizard of Oz'', passed away today at the age of 94. Born in Colorado, she appeared as an extra in several movies in the '30s, including an ''Our Gang'' short. She was one of a dozen young girls who filled in the ranks of background female Munchkins after Judy Garland's Dorothy arrives in Oz. But after 1940 she left show business, and went on to earn degrees in education and music. She appeared in the 2024 documentary series ''Memories of Oz'', reminiscing about making the movie.

(Information courtesy [https://variety.com/2025/film/news/elaine-merk-binder-dead-munchkin-wizard-of-oz-1236525749/ ''Variety''] and [https://www.imdb.com/name/nm5285756/ IMDB].)

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==August 8, 2025: ''The Baum Bugle'' Spring 2025==
[[file:Bbspring25.png|400 px|right]] The latest issue of ''The Baum Bugle'', the journal of the International Wizard of Oz Club, is now making its way to members. This issue celebrates the release of ''Wicked'' (Part 1).

In this issue:
* The front cover reprints the publicity shot of ''Wicked'' stars Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande recreating the original poster design for the ''Wicked'' stage show.
* The inside covers reprint Anton Loeb's endpaper design for the 1950 book adaptation of ''The Wizard of Oz''.
* The table of contents includes Mark Manley's ''Wicked'' tribute painting, "The Melting Occurred at the Thirteenth Hour".
* In "Letters", Oz Club President Ryan Bunch looks back at how the ''Bugle'' covered the path ''Wicked'' has taken from page to stage to screen, and ''Bugle'' editor Sarah K. Crotzer looks at how this issue's features came about.
* In "The Bugle Bulletin":
** The National Library Service (NLS) has [https://www.loc.gov/nls/new-materials/book-lists/wicked-and-the-wizard-of-oz/ a large collection of Oz materials] for the blind and print disabled.
** "Beyond the Shifting Sands" remembers recently passed Oz contributors Jean Marsh, Stephen J. Teller, Jack Van Camp, and Sally Roesch Wagner.
* Sarah K. Crotzer reacts to the ''Wicked'' film in "What Is This Feeling?"
* "What the Papers Said" looks at a number of reviews of ''Wicked'' from around the world.
* "Wicked Wares: Toys, Plushes, and Cinema Exclusives" by Jane Albright looks at a variety of ''Wicked'' movie collectibles.
* David Diket looks at the history and evolution of Wicked Witch of the West dolls in "My Beautiful Wickedness" and "David's Timeline of Beautifully Wicked Dolls".
* Karyl Carlson looks back at how she started creating [https://karylsozdolls.com/ custom Oz dolls] in "The Dollmaker of Oz".
* It's been twenty-five years since the last installment, but Carl Rexroad continues his look at political cartoons themed around ''The Wizard of Oz'' in "The Editorial Cartoons of Oz, Part 1: 125 Years Later, ''The Wizard of Oz'' Still Drives Political Debate".
* William STillman looks at the history of one of the bestselling Oz adaptations in "75 Years of Anton Loeb's ''The Wizard of Oz''".
* In "Oz in the Arts", Robert Lamont reviews [https://wizmusical.com/ the recent Broadway revival of ''The Wiz''] (now on tour).
* In "The Bugle Review":
** [https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0063377012/thewonderwizardo/ ''Elphie: A Wicked Childhood'' by Gregory Maguire], reviewed by Alan Wise.
** [https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B0DNKY21JB/thewonderwizardo/ The blu-ray release of ''Wicked''], reviewed by Sarah K. Crotzer.
** [https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/publisher/21442/double-critical-llc ''Adventules in Oz: Campaign Setting'' and ''Beasts & Beings'' role-playing campaign books], reviewed by Sarah K. Crotzer.
** [https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B0CSYB4B12/thewonderwizardo/ ''Wicked: The Game'' by Spin Master], reviewed by Sarah K. Crotzer.
* Michael Gessel remembers a recently deceased long-time Oz fan in "The Lifelong Scholar: Stephen J. Teller's Journey from Kansas to Oz".
* The back cover shows the Tonner Doll versions of Glinda and the Wicked Witch of the West.

Also included with this issue:
* This issue's Oz craft is a miniature version of the Emerald City Express train from the ''Wicked'' movie.
* And in the final (for now?) issue of ''The Emerald City Gazette'', the newspaper for younger Oz fans (of all ages), Bungle and Toto stroll through the Emerald Palace to ensure that those pesky nomes are finally gone for good.

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==July 19, 2025: Crotzer Wins L. Frank Baum Memorial Award==
This evening, Sarah K. Crotzer was presented the L. Frank Bam Memorial Award for her contributions to Oz. She has been a tireless Oz researcher and writer, with a special interest in the history of Oz games. She is also the current editor of ''The Baum Bugle'', the journal of the International Wizard of Oz Club, and recently became the longest-serving editor in Club history.

Also presented tonight were the Club's annual prizes for writing and art. This year's winners are:
* The Fred Otto Prize for Fiction:
** First place, Jesse Jury for "Four Friends of Oz"
** Second place, J. L. Bell for "Who's Got the Button?"
* The C. Warren Hollister Prize for Non-Fiction:
** First place, Rachel Graham for "An Essential Quickening: John R. Neill and the Art of Oz"
** Second place, Cynthia Ragni for "Project Ozma"
* The Rob Roy MacVeigh Prize for Art:
** First place, Jime Wimmer for "Dorothy and the Cyclone"
** Second place, Rob Lauer for "Ruth and Her Friends in Oz"

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==June 21, 2025: The Winkie Award==
Tonight, OzCon International gave its highest honor, the Winkie Award, to Sam Milazzo. The award recognizes all of the contributions Sam has made to the convention over the past few years, with presentations, panels, and generally helping out.

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==May 6, 2025: ''The Baum Bugle'' Winter 2024==
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It may be slipping back in the calendar a bit, but the latest issue of ''The Baum Bugle'', the journal of the International Wizard of Oz Club, is making its way to members' mailboxes now.

In this issue:
* All four covers celebrate the fiftieth anniversary of ''The Wiz'':
** The front cover features Stephanie Mills and Hinton Battle in [https://digitalcollections.nypl.org/items/0599e600-5cf5-0130-4cf7-58d385a7b928 a 1974 publicity shot for the musical].
** The inside front cover shows several costumes from the play on exhibit at [https://www.si.edu/museums/african-american-museum the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture].
** The inside back cover features production art for the play by Tom John.
** The back cover reproduces a new work, [https://artsofimagination.org/the-wiz-at-50/ ''The Journey from Home: Revisiting ''The Wiz'' at 50''], also by Tom John.
* In "Letters", Oz Club President Ryan Bunch reflects on fifty years of ''The Wiz'' and invites members to [the 2025 edition of the Club's annual convention in Aberdeen, South Dakota], while ''Bugle'' editor Sarah K. Crotzer also looks back at ''The Wiz'', as well as other anniversaries celebrated in this issue.
* News items highlighted in "The Bugle Bulletin":
** ''Wicked'' wins two Academy Awards, with [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KZtKj5-xE1I&ab_channel=Oscars Paul Tazewell becoming the first Black man to win the Oscar for Best Costume Design].
** The latest auction of a pair of Ruby Slippers shatters all records for the price paid for any kind of movie memorabilia.
** Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande team up to [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eedVl_LGwE4&ab_channel=PhVolleyball open the Oscars telecast with a medley of music from Oz movies].
** Recently passed Oz contributors remembered in "Beyond the Shifting Sands":
*** [https://www.abebooks.com/servlet/SearchResults?an=Baum&cm_sp=SearchF-_-home-_-Results&kn=Greg%20Hildebrandt&ref_=search_f_hp&sts=t&tn=The%20Wizard%20of%20Oz Greg Hildebrandt] and [https://www.abebooks.com/servlet/SearchResults?an=Baum&cm_sp=SearchF-_-home-_-Results&kn=Graham%20Rawle&ref_=search_f_hp&sts=t&tn=The%20Wizard%20of%20Oz Graham Rawle], both of whom illustrated ''The Wizard of Oz''.
*** Legendary composer and arranger Quincy Jones, who was an instrumental part of how ''The Wiz'' sounded in movie theaters.
* "Awards and Honors" announces Oz Club President Ryan Bunch as the recipient of the L. Frank Baum Memorial Award, the Club's highest honor, for 2024.
* "They Call My Name: An Interview with George Faison" looks at the life and career of the choreographer. His credits include the original Broadway production of ''The Wiz''.
* "The ''Wiz'' That Wasn't" by Sarah K. Crotzer digs into the casting process for the original company of ''The Wiz'' and reveals who else tried out, or was at least considered, for the major rolls. (There are some definite surprises!)
* "The ''Wiz'' That Was" by Sarah K. Crotzer looks at ''The Wiz'' costumes held by the National Museum of African American History and Culture.
* Crotzer also considers Grampa's game leg and the game you play with it in "A Few Inessential Thoughts About the Game of Scrum".
* "Coming and Going" looks at a few short thoughts about ''Grampa in Oz''.
* "Oz Under Scrutiny", once again compiled by Scott Cummings, looks at what the press of 1924 thought of ''Grampa in Oz''.
* In part two of the interview "Journey to the ''Annotated Wizard'' with Michael Patrick Hearn", the author of ''The Annotated Wizard of Oz'' recounts the aftermath of the book's original 1973 publication.
* L. Frank Baum's great-granddaughter, Gita Dorothy Morena, solves the mystery of a Baum family treasure in "A Letter to Oz Enthusiasts from a Forgotten Baum Illustration".
* "Guaranteed For a Thousand Years", a wrap-up of recent Oz events, reports on the 2024 editions of OzCon International and Oz, The National Convention.
* New products presented in "The Bugle Review":
** [https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B0DVQSJLLX/thewonderwizardo/ ''After Oz'' by Gordon McAlpine], reviewed by Mike Penick
** [https://hungrytigerpress.store/product/all-wound-up-the-making-of-the-tik-tok-man-of-oz/ ''All Wound Up: The Making of ''The Tik-Tok Man of Oz by Eric Shanower], [https://hungrytigerpress.store/product/the-tik-tok-man-of-oz-performance-script/ ''The Tik-Tok Man of Oz Performance Script'' by L. Frank Baum], and [https://hungrytigerpress.store/product/the-tik-tok-man-of-oz-piano-vocal-score/ ''The Tik-Tok Man of Oz Piano-Vocal Score'' by Louis F. Gottschalk and L. Frank Baum], reviewed by Atticus Gannaway.
** [https://joetunes.ca/ ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', ''The Marvelous Land of Oz'', and ''Ozma of Oz'' complete audio books by the Toronto Civic Light Opera Company], reviewed by Sarah K. Crotzer.
** [https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B0CST87Z4J/thewonderwizardo/ The ''Wicked'' edition of ''Monopoly''], reviewed by Sarah K. Crotzer.
** A quartet of ''Wicked'' tie-in books ([https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0593896866/thewonderwizardo/ ''I Am Elphaba''], [https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0593896882/thewonderwizardo/ ''I Am Glinda''], [https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B0CZJQXCQY/thewonderwizardo/ ''Defying Gravity: The Illustrated Lyrics''] and a replica of [https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B0CZJRSY9M/thewonderwizardo/ ''The Story of Oz & the Wonderful Wizard'']), reviewed by Atticus Gannaway.
* "Adventures in Oz" sees Brady Schwind interviewing Tom John, the original scenic designer for ''The Wiz''.

Also included with this issue:
* A registration form for [https://www.ozclub.org/oz-in-aberdeen-a-convention-to-remember/ the 2025 editino of Oz, the National Convention] in Aberdeen, South Dakota.
* A flyer for one of the Club's latest publications, [https://www.ozclub.org/product/bibliographia-baumiana/ ''Bibliographia Baumiana''].
* This issue's craft is a melting Evillene, based on the original Broadway run of ''The Wiz''.
* And in the latest issue of ''The Oz Gazette'', the newsletter for younger Oz fans (of all ages):
** Editor-in-Chief Katie Jones, with assistance from the Head of Security the Gump, updates readers on the hunt for Nomes and the Glass Cat.
** The Scarecrow's book column looks at other books puplished in 1924, like ''Grampa in Oz''.
** Based off of the article speculating what scrum might be like in ''The Baum Bugle'', the Patchwork Girl presents the board, pieces, and rules for Camette, a simplified (for space reasons) version of the game Camelot.
** Finally, a little bit of verse from…the Glass Cat?

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==May 5, 2025: Mattydale, New York, to Honor L. Frank Baum==
Mattydale, New York, will honor native son L. Frank Baum and his greatest work, ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', on May 17. Mattydale was the site of Baum's childhood home, Roselawn, and the city will commemorate Baum's birth and the 125th anniversary of the publication of the first Oz book with a historical marker at the site. The marker will be at 2601 Brewerton Road, which will soon be the site of a community center.A reception will be held from 1:00 to 5:00 pm at the Kreuger Funeral Home.

(Information courtesy [https://cnycentral.com/news/local/mattydale-celebrates-125-years-of-the-wonderful-wizard-of-oz-with-historical-marker CNYCentral].)

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==April 13, 2025: Jean Marsh, 1934-2025==
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Jean Marsh, OBE, the lauded British actor, passed away today from complications of dementia. She was 90. Born July 1, 1934 in Stoke Newington, London, she studied dance, singing, and acting before beginning her professional career in the 1950s. Among her movies were ''Cleopatra'', ''Jane Eyre'' (1972), ''Frenzy'', ''The Eagle Has Landed'', and ''Willow''. She was probably best known for her television work, however, in shows in both the United States and the United Kingdom, including appearances in ''The Twilight Zone'', ''The Saint'', ''Doctor Who'', ''I Spy'', ''Adam Adamant Lives!'', ''UFO'', ''The Waltons'', ''Hawaii Five-O'', the ''9 to 5'' series, ''The Love Boat'', ''Murder, She Wrote'', and the 1990s revival of ''The Tomorrow People''. But she is best known for co-creating, with Eileen Atkins, the period drama ''Upstairs, Downstairs'', about the servants in a great house. Marsh also starred in the show as maid Rose Buck, for which she won an Emmy Award in 1975 as well as other awards. When the BBC revived the show in 2010, Marsh was the only actor to return. Marsh and Atkins also created the series ''House of Elliott'' in 1991, which she did not appear in. For her services to drama, Marsh was made a member of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire by Queen Elizabeth II in 2012. For Oz fans, however, as well as many movie-going kids in the 1980s, she will always be known for her dual role as Nurse Wilson and Princess Mombi in the 1985 Disney film ''Return to Oz''.

(Information courtesy [https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c045dk29xqqo the BBC] and [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jean_Marsh Wikipedia].)

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==March 18, 2025: Saliterman, Ruby Slipper Thief, Dies==
Charges against Jerry Hal Saliterman, who had pled guilty to playing a part in the 2005 theft of the Ruby Slippers from the Judy Garland Museum, have been dismissed when prosecutors informed the court that he had died the day before. Saliterman's defense attorney, John Brink, confirmed the passing. The 77-year-old Saliterman had been hospitalized with lung disease and other ailments, and his most recent court appearance, in January, had been a remote feed from his hospital room. At that time, he changed his initial plea to guilty of charges of theft of a major artwork and witness tampering.

(Information courtesy [https://apnews.com/article/stolen-ruby-slippers-wizard-of-oz-death-b82e6ed5049d2f11cf9a38b38e5eb463 The Associated Press].)

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==Rumor Control==
(Because of the many questions I am asked about possible forthcoming Oz projects or other bits of pseudo-news, I have added this section to answer some of these inquiries.)

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Three horror-themed takes on Oz are currently in the works:
* [https://bloody-disgusting.com/exclusives/3919064/return-to-oz-with-gale-yellow-brick-road-poster-by-creepy-duck-design-exclusive/ ''Gale: Yellow Brick Road''], about Dorothy's granddaughter Emily being drawn into a nightmare version of Oz, had a limited release in February 2026.
* ''Dorothy: The Haunting of Oz'' is in post-production and looking for a 2026 release.
* ''Wicked of Oz'' was announced for a release right before ''Wicked: For Good'', but was quietly withdrawn and is now awaiting another possible release.
If any of these go into general release, they'll appear on this website's events page.

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''Dorothy'' is in development for Prime Video, with executive producers Gwen Stefani, Blake Shelton, and Gina Matthews. You can see the initial report on this [https://deadline.com/2025/08/gwen-stefani-blake-shelton-wizard-of-oz-prime-video-1236497977/ right here].

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The latest Oz projects to be announced in Hollywood: ''Cheshire Crossing'', the graphic novel by Andy Weir and Sarah Anderson, optioned by Amblin Partners (see [https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/heat-vision/amblin-michael-de-luca-tackling-martian-author-s-fantasy-graphic-novel-cheshire-crossing-1255011 this report]); and an animated musical adaptation of the book ''Toto: The Dog-Gone Amazing Story of the Wizard of Oz'', where the story is told from Toto's point of view, to be produced at Warner Bros. (see [https://deadline.com/2020/10/toto-the-dog-gone-amazing-story-of-the-wizard-of-oz-animated-pic-in-the-works-at-warner-bros-1234596757/ this source]).

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Okay, yes, word has leaked out that Warner Bros. tried to talk Robert Zemeckis into directing a remake of ''The Wizard of Oz'', using the same screenplay as the famous 1939 Judy Garland version. Zemeckis already rejected the idea. This probably puts the idea on the back burner for a while, and based on the ''extreme'' negative reaction the idea got, I suspect it will stay there. Rumors of this have surfaced again, but appear to be the result of someone finding the old story and running it again.

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It's getting harder and harder to keep up with all of the currently planned Oz movie and television projects. Bear in mind that at this stage, most of it is speculation and/or not even in pre-production, or possibly even a game of "Telephone". But here are some of the current Oz movies that could be coming to your local theater in the next few years:

*''The Road to Oz'', a movie biopic about the life of L. Frank Baum and how he created Oz, starring Eddie Redmayne as Frank. (See reports [http://www.theguardian.com/film/2015/aug/06/eddie-redmayne-wizard-of-oz-author-l-frank-baum here] and [http://www.joblo.com/movie-news/eddie-redmayne-to-play-author-l-frank-baum-in-biopic-road-to-oz-268 here].)
*''Dark Oz 3-D'', based on the old Caliber comic book.
*A non-musical, faithful adaptation of ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'' from New Line and [http://www.templehillent.com/ Temple Hill].
*''The Oz Wars'', which would have the witches fighting for control of the Emerald City while the Wizard leads the resistance.
*John Boorman's [http://www.actionsynthese.com/index2.php?language=en animated adaptation of ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz''] seems to be on track for release — in France. Once it's released, an English-language release will likely come out soon afterwards. (However, in a [http://www.filmireland.net/2011/03/16/interview-with-john-boorman/ recent interview], Boorman admitted that the project has stalled due to lack of funding.)
*''Oz: Return to the Emerald City'' was one of two possible competing projects at Warner Bros. This original sequel may now be shopped around to other studios, or turned into a novel.
*[http://www.independentstoriesinc.com/WonderfulWizard.htm ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz''], a low-budget independent production from Barnyard Studios and Used Productions. This is very much a shoestring production, which is looking for money and actors. But its Kickstarter campaign to raise the last money it needed was a success, so it may be finished soon.
*[http://valleywind.com/legendofoz/ ''Legend of Oz''], a modern retelling of ''The Wizard of Oz'' from Valley Wind Productions in Ottawa.
*[http://www.heyuguys.co.uk/2010/06/16/are-the-polish-brothers-planning-their-own-trip-to-oz/ ''Oz''], a new telling of ''The Wizard of Oz''.
*A still unnamed horror movie set in the 1920s with Dorothy meeting Alice in Bedlam Asylum.
*[http://www.screendaily.com/festivals/berlin/european-film-market/mcnamara-to-direct-young-santa/5066468.article ''Young Santa'']., based on L. Frank Baum's book ''The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus'' and directed by Sean McNamara.
*''How the Wizard Came to Oz'', based on two books by Donald Abbott.
*Not entirely Oz, strictly speaking, but the Judy Garland biography ''Get Happy'' may be made into a movie, featuring Anne Hathaway as Garland.

And it's not limited to movies any more. In development for television:

*[http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/heat-vision/warner-horizon-turn-oz-fantasy-420517 ''Red Brick Road''], a television series continuation of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in the style of ''Game of Thrones''. The latest word is that this is being developed for the Lifetime channel.
*[http://www.deadline.com/2013/08/cbs-developing-wizard-of-oz-themed-medical-drama-from-timbermanbeverly/ ''Dorothy''], an Oz-themed medical drama in development at CBS
*[http://www.cinemablend.com/television/Tim-Kring-Developing-Wizard-Oz-Drama-Dorothy-Must-Die-CW-58899.html ''Dorothy Must Die''], in which Dorothy has returned to Oz and become a dictator, in development at the CW. This would be based on the book series of the same name.
*''Warriors of Oz'', a post-apocalyptic version in development at Syfy.
* A ''Wicked'' television miniseries, based on the original book (not the stage musical). Salma Hayak was attached to this as a producer. When last heard of, it was under development at ABC.

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No, Peter Jackson is ''not'' producing or directing a billion-dollar all-CGI remake of ''The Wizard of Oz'' for Warner Bros. How do stories like this get started? Oh, maybe in [http://www.aintitcool.com/node/31184 stories like this]...

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In recent years, there have been proposals for other Oz or related projects, none of which now appear that they will get off the ground. Among them:

*''Lost in Oz'', a series that was to feature Melissa George as a Kansas university student who is whisked to Oz sixty years after the events of ''The Wizard of Oz'' (The Movie) and helping to spearhead a rebellion against the new Wicked Witch of the West. Although developed for the WB and a pilot film produced, it was never picked up, nor the pilot shown. (But keep an eye out on auction sites, as a bootleg DVD sometimes shows up…)
*A television miniseries based on Gregory Maguire's novel ''Wicked'', with Demi Moore in the title role. (There are stories that the people developing this version later pushed their involvement into the musical version now playing on Broadway and elsewhere.)
*''The O. Z.'', a hip-hop flavored re-telling of ''The Wizard of Oz'' for Fox. Among the rumored Dorothy's at one point were Brandy, Mya, and the late Aaliyah. Justin Timberlake, John Leuizamo, and Little Richard were mentioned for other parts.
*''Surrender Dorothy''. Drew Barrymore as Dorothy's great-granddaughter coming to Oz, and battling the Wicked Witch of the West's granddaughter. (Rumors of this recently resurfaced, but were quickly squelched. This project is dead.)
*''Somewhere'' starring Elizabeth Taylor as Dorothy, now a grandmother, returning to Oz. The deaths of both Taylor and developer Rod Steiger means this is unlikely to ever happen.
*''Pamela West'', where the Wicked Witch is the innocent victim and Dorothy (with Toto as a pit bull) is the evil interloper.
*''The Land of Oz'' (not based on the book of the same name), produced by Hallmark for NBC. This eventually became the basis for the Sci Fi Channel miniseries ''Tin Man''.
*''The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus'' from Circa Pictures. It's no longer listed on their website.
*''The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus'' from Hyde Park Entertainment and Toonz Entertainment.
*A Bollywood adaptation of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in India.
*A movie version of American McGee's (later cancelled) ''Oz'' video game.
*Geoff Ryman's ''Was''.

If progress is made on any of these projects, such as actually going into production or a release date announced, the news will be posted as quickly as possible on this page. But at this stage, any of these going into production is very unlikely. (However, ''Tin Man'' was part of this list for some time before its eventual completion and broadcast on the Sci-Fi Channel.)

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==February 2, 2026: ''The Baum Bugle'' Winter 2025 Issue and ''Oziana'' 2025==
[[file:Bbwinter25.jpg|300 px|left]]The year's final issue of ''The Baum Bugle'' is back from the printers and off to members of the International Wizard of Oz Club. Look for more on this issue in the coming days. <br clear=all>

[[file:Oziana_2025.jpg|400 px|right]]Also available now is the 2025 issue of ''Oziana'', the Club's annual literary anthology. It is available for sale to anyone, even if they're not a member of the Club, through [https://www.lulu.com/shop/jl-bell-and-scott-b-blanke-and-nathan-m-dehoff-and-catherine-lombardi/oziana-2025/paperback/product-v8m6mke.html?page=1&pageSize=4 Lulu.com]. Look for more on this issue in the coming days as well. <br clear=all>

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==November 13, 2025: ''The Baum Bugle'' Autumn 2025 Issue==
[[file:Bbautumn25.jpg|right]] The latest issue of ''The Baum Bugle'', the journal of the International Wizard of oz Club, is making its way to members now. This issue celebrates forty years of ''Return to Oz'', and includes a comprehensive checklist of collectibles from the 1985 Disney movie.

In this issue:

* The wraparound front cover reproduces the art, by Josh Kirby, for a 1985 British ''Return to Oz'' jigsaw puzzle.
* The inside front cover has photos, taken by Tricia Trozzi, of the New York premiere of ''Return to Oz'' in June of 1985.
* In "Letters", Oz Club President and ''Bugle'' editor Sarah K. Crotzer discuss their encounters and memories of ''Return to Oz''.
* In "The ''Bugle'' Bulletin:
** The only known manuscript of "Over the Rainbow" is now in the Library of Congress.
** Documentarian Jeffrey McHale is taking his latest movie, ''It's Dorothy!'' around the film festival circuit.
** "Beyond the Shifting Sands" remembers recently passed Oz luminaries:
*** Robert A. Baum, Jr., the great-grandson of L. Frank Baum and a noted Oz scholar and historian in his own right.
*** Dr. Richard R. Rutter, a major collector and Winkie Convention attendee, who was especially known for his extravagant Oz costumes.
*** Drew Struzan, the celebrated movie poster artist whose works included ''Return to Oz''.
* Sarah K. Crotzer looks back at the life and career of the actress known in Oz circles as Princess Mombi from ''Return to Oz'' in "So…! The Many Heads of Jean Marsh".
* Tricia Trozzi looks back at what she was doing on June 21, 1985—attending the gala premiere of ''Return to Oz'' at Radio City Music Hall—in "Movie Memories".
* Original ''Return to Oz'' reviews are collected in "What the Papers Said: 1985 Edition, A Collection of Contemporaneous Media Opinions of ''Return to Oz''".
* Robert B. Luehrs contemplates one of L. Frank Baum's earlier characters in "The Pundit of Oz: Some Random Thoughts Concerning the Woggle-Bug".
* Sarah K. Crotzer updates previous ''Bugle'' checklists with "The Ultimate ''Return to Oz'' Merchandise Checklist", a full-color insert.
* Carl Rexroad continues on from an article in a previous issue with "The Editorial Cartoons of Oz, Part 2: Modern Times with ''The Wizard of Oz''".
* Jane Albright peeks behind the curtain of the latest iteration of ''The Wizard of Oz on Ice'' in "Melt the Witch, Not the Ice".
* Noted in "The Bugle Review":
** [https://cloverpress.us/collections/prose-books/products/oz-collection-kabumpo-in-oz ''Kabumpo in Oz'' by Ruth Plumly Thompson, newly illustrated by Sara Richard] and reviewed by Atticus Gannaway.
** [https://scriveningspress.com/book/a-hundred-magical-reasons/ ''A Hundred Magical Reasons'' by Laura DeNooyer], reviewed by J. L. Bell.
** [https://insighteditions.com/products/wicked-grimmerie-collectible-hardcover-journal ''Wicked: The Grimmerie Collectible Hardcover Journal''], reviewed by Atticus Gannaway.
** Three games in which Oz characters appear: [https://www.amazon.com/Lookout-Games-LK0101-Gingerbread-House/dp/B07JH62HXN ''Gingerbread House''], [https://horribleguild.com/eu/product/similo-fables/ ''Similo: Fables''], and [https://gamefound.com/en/projects/gabe-barrett/storybook-saga-solo-game-of-the-month ''Storybook Saga''], all reviewed by Sarah K. Crotzer.
* The inside back cover reprints a 1985 Japanese ad for ''Return to Oz'' merchandise from Nakajima Toys.

Also included with this issue is the card game Don't Wear Mombi's Head, a set of cards to color, cut out, and play with.

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==''Wicked'' and ''Wicked: For Good'' Accolades and Awards==
With high profile movie releases, naturally ''Wicked'' and ''Wicked: For Good'' will receive acclaim during the film award seasons. Here, then, we will keep track of awards presented to the ''Wicked'' movies and their cast and crew, plus nominations for awards to be given later. Keep an eye on this list or the Wikipedia pages for [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_accolades_received_by_Wicked_(2024_film) ''Wicked''] and [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wicked%3A_For_Good#Accolades ''Wicked: For Good''] as more news comes in.

The awards are presented here in the chronological order they were presented:
* September 27, 2024: International Cinematographers "Manaki Brothers" Film Festival, SUMOLIGHT Creative Energy Award: Alice Brooks (Cinematographer) and Dave Smith (Gaffer)
* November 18, 2024: Heartland Film Festival, Truly Moving Picture Award: ''Wicked''
* November 23, 2024: The International Film Festival of the Art of Cinematography Camerimage, Production Designer Award: Nathan Crowley
* December 4, 2024: National Board of Review
** Best Film: ''Wicked''
** Best Director: Jon M. Chu
** Spotlight Award: the creative collaboration of Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande
* December 5, 2024: American Film Institute Awards, Top 10 Films of the Year: ''Wicked'' (alongside nine other movies)
* December 8, 2024: Washington DC Area Film Critics Film Critics Association
** Best Feature: ''Wicked''
** Best Production Design: Nathan Crowley and Lee Sandales
* December 8, 2024: Astra Film and Creative Arts Awards
** Best Picture: ''Wicked''
** Best Actress: Cynthia Erivo
** Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande (tied with Zoe Saldaña for ''Emilia Pérez'')
** Best Director: Jon M. Chu
** Best Casting: Tiffany Little Canfield and Bernard Telsey
** Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
** Best Marketing Campaign: ''Wicked''
** Best Production Design: Nathan Crowley and Lee Sandales
* December 9, 2024: Celebration of Black Cinema and Television, Actress Award—Film: Cynthia Erivo
* December 9, 2024: Michigan Movie Critics Guild, Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande
* December 9, 2024: Atlanta Film Critics Circle, Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande
* December 9, 2024: San Diego Film Critics Society
** Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande
** Best Production Design: Nathan Crowley and Lee Sandales
** Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
* December 13, 2024: African-American Film Critics Association, Innovator Award: Paul Tazewell
* December 13, 2024: Las Vegas Film Critics Society
** Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
** Best Family Film: ''Wicked''
* December 15, 2024: St. Louis Film Critics Association, Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
* December 16, 2024: Phoenix Film Critics Society
** Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande
** Best Costume Design: ''Wicked''
* December 16, 2024: Seattle Film Critics Society, Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
* December 16, 2024: Iowa Film Critics Association, Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande (tied with Isabella Rossellini in ''Conclave'')
* December 16, 2024: Southeastern Film Critics Association, Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande
* December 21, 2024: Nevada Film Critics Society
** Best Actress: Cynthia Erivo
** Best Visual Effects: Pablo Helman
* December 28, 2024: Digital Spy Readers Awards, Most Anticipated Movie of 2025: ''Wicked: For Good''
* December 30, 2024: TiBS Editors Choice Awards:
** Best Actress: Cynthia Erivo
** Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande
** Best Director: Jon M. Chu
** Best Ensemble: ''Wicked''
* January 2, 2025: Capri Hollywood-International Film Festival Award, Best Sound: ''Wicked''
* January 2, 2025: Critics Association of Central Florida
** Best Cast: ''Wicked''
** Best Production Design: ''Wicked''
** Best Sound Design: ''Wicked''
* January 3, 2025: Palm Springs International Film Festival
** Creative Impact in Acting Award: Cynthia Erivo
** Rising Star Award: Ariana Grande
* January 3, 2025: Oklahoma Film Critics Circle, Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande
* January 4, 2025: DiscussingFilm Global Critic Award, Best Production Design: ''Wicked''
* January 5, 2025: Golden Globe Awards, Cinematic and Box Office Achievement: ''Wicked''
* January 10, 2025: Music City Film Critics Association, Best Music Film: ''Wicked''
* January 10, 2025: Minnesota Film Critics Association, Best Costume Design: ''Wicked''
* January 12, 2025: Puerto Rico Critics Association
** Best Comedy/Musical: ''Wicked''
** Best Production Design: ''Wicked''
** Best Costume Design: ''Wicked''
* January 13, 2025: North Dakota Film Society, Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
* January 13, 2025: Hawaii Film Critics Society
** Best Art Direction: ''Wicked''
** Best Costume Design: ''Wicked''
** Best Visual Effects: ''Wicked''
* January 14, 2025: Portland Critics Association, Best Supporting Performance (Female): Ariana Grande
* January 16, 2025: North American Film Critics Association, Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande
* January 24, 2025: Denver Film Critics Society, Best Supporting Performance by an Actor, Female: Ariana Grande
* January 26, 2025: Satellite Awards
** Best Supporting Actress—Motion Picture: Ariana Grande
** Best Production Design: ''Wicked''
** Best Costume Design: ''Wicked''
** Best Sound: ''Wicked''
** Make-Up Award: ''Wicked''
* January 27, 2025: Online Film Critics Society, Technical Achievement Award — Choreography: ''Wicked''
* February 6, 2025: Costume Designers Guild Awards, Excellence in Sci-Fi/Fantasy Film: Paul Tazewell
* February 7, 2025: Set Decorators Society of America, Best Achievement in Décor/Design of a Comedy or Musical Feature Film: Lee Sandales and Nathan Crowley
* February 7, 2025: Critics' Choice Movie Awards
** Best Director: Jon M. Chu
** Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
** Best Production Design: Nathan Crowley and Lee Sandales
* February 7, 2025: AACTA Awards, Audience Choice Award for Favourite Film: ''Wicked''
* February 9, 2025: Santa Barbara International Film Festival, Virtuoso Award: Ariana Grande
* February 9, 2025: AARP Movies for Grownups Awards, Best Screenwriter: Winnie Holzman
* February 12, 2025: Artios Awards, Outstanding Achievement in Casting – Big Budget Feature (Comedy): Bernard Telsey, Tiffany Little Canfield, Ryan Bernard Tymensky, Tamsyn Manson
* February 13, 2025: Dorian Awards
** Supporting Film Performance of the Year: Ariana Grande
** "We're Wilde About You" Rising Star Award: Jonathan Bailey
** Galeca LGBTQIA+ Film Trailblazer: Cynthia Erivo
* February 15, 2025: Art Directors Guild Awards, Excellence in Production Design for a Fantasy Film: Nathan Crowley
* February 15, 2025: Make-Up Artists and Hair Stylists Guild
** Best Period and/or Character Make-Up in a Feature-Length Motion Picture: Frances Hannon, Alice Jones, Nuria Mbornio, Johanna Nielsen, Branka Vorkapic
** Best Period and/or Character Hair Styling in a Feature-Length Motion Picture: Frances Hannon, Sarah Nuth, Sim Camps, Gabor Kerekes
* February 16, 2025: BAFTA Film Awards
** Best Production Design: ''Wicked''
** Best Costume Design: ''Wicked''
* February 17, 2025: Black Reel Awards
** Outstanding Soundtrack: ''Wicked''
** Outstanding Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
* February 17, 2025: Latino Entertainment Journalists Society
** Best Production Design: Nathan Crowley and Lee Sandales
** Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
* February 22, 2025: NAACP Image Awards
** Outstanding Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
** Outstanding Soundtrack/Compilation Album: ''Wicked: The Soundtrack''
* February 23, 2025: Online Film and Television Association
** Best Production Design: ''Wicked''
** Best Costume Design: ''Wicked''
** Best Adapted Song: "Defying Gravity"
* February 23, 2025: Golden Reel Awards, Outstanding Achievement in Music Editing–Feature Motion Picture: Catherine Wilson, Robin Baynton
* February 28, 2025: International Cinematographers Guild Publicists Awards, Maxwell Weinberg Award for Motion Picture Publicity Campaign: ''Wicked''
* March 2, 2025: Academy Awards
** Best Costume Design: ''Wicked''
** Best Production Design: ''Wicked''
* March 11, 2025: Queerties
** Drama Movie: ''Wicked''
** Film Performance: Jonathan Bailey
** Next Big Thing: ''Wicked: For Good''
* March 14, 2025: American Cinema Editors Awards, Best Edited Feature Film – Comedy or Musical: Myron Kerstein
* March 17, 2025: iHeartRadio Music Awards, Favorite Soundtrack: ''Wicked: The Soundtrack''
* April 22, 2025: Webby Awards, Variety and Reality, General Video and Film: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a7Inn_IA-MA&ab_channel=Variety ''Wicked'' Stars Ariana Grande & Cynthia Erivo Break Down Viral "Holding Space" Interview]
* June 9, 2025: The BET Awards, Best Actress: Cynthia Erivo
* June 21, 2025: Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards:
** Favorite Movie: ''Wicked''
** Favorite Movie Actress: Ariana Grande as Glinda
** Favorite Song from a Movie: "Defying Gravity"
* July 3, 2025: Astra Midseason Movie Awards, Most Anticipated Film: ''Wicked: For Good''
* August 5, 2025: Las Culturista Culture Awards, Harshest Truth About ''Wicked'': Phannee not realized, we don't get into his gay story (What was that like? Was it hard coming out or was Pfannee born wealthy? Prequel idea about this.)
* October 19, 2025: Middleburg Film Festival, Creative Collaborators Award: Alice Brooks (cinematographer) and Myron Kerstein (editor), ''Wicked: For Good''
* October 26, 2025: Savannah Film Festival, Vanguard Director Award: Jon M. Chu
* November 3, 2025: ''People'' Magazine's Sexiest Man Alive: Jonathan Bailey
* November 4, 2025: Media Access Awards, Christopher Reeve Acting Award: Marissa Bode
* November 19, 2025: Hollywood Music in Media Awards, Music Themed Film, Biopic, or Musical: ''Wicked: For Good'', Jon M. Chu
* December 3, 2025: National Board of Review: Top 10 Films (one of ten, but not Film of the Year)
* December 4, 2025: American Film Institute Awards: Top 10 Films (one of ten)
* December 9, 2025: African-American Film Critics Association, Top Ten Films of the Year: ''Wicked: For Good''
* December 11, 2025: Astra Film Awards, Best Visual Effects: ''Wicked: For Good'', Pablo Helman, Jonathan Fawkner, Anthony Smith, Dale Newton, and Paul Corbould
* December 15, 2025: San Diego Film Critics Society, Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell, ''Wicked: For Good''
* December 19, 2025: Las Vegas Film Critics Society, Top Ten Films of the Year: ''Wicked: For Good''
* December 28, 2025: Iowa Film Critics Association
** Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande
** Best Song, "The Girl in the Bubble"
* December 29, 2025: The King's New Year's Honours List: Cynthia Erivo is named a Member of the British Empire (MBE)
* January 9, 2026: Astra Film Awards, Best Supporting Actress—Comedy or Musical: Ariana Grande
* January 16, 2026: American Cinematheque Tribute to the Crafts Awards, Choreography: Christopher Scott
* February 1, 2026: London Film Critics' Circle, Derek Malcolm Award for Innovation: Cynthia Erivo
* February 1, 2026: The Grammy Awards, Best Pop Duo/Group Performance: Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande, "Defying Gravity"
* February 8, 2026: Santa Barbara International Film Festival, Kirk Douglas Award: Cynthia Erivo
* February 9, 2026: The Lumiere Awards, the Judy Garland Award: Jon M. Chu
* February 12, 2026: Costume Designers Guild Awards, Excellence in Sci-Fi/Fantasy Film: Paul Tazewell
* February 16, 2026: Black Reel Awards, Outstanding Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
* February 21, 2026: Set Decorators Society of America Awards, Best Achievement in Décor/Design of a Comedy or Musical Feature Film: Nathan Crowley and Lee Sandales
* February 28, 2026: NAACP Image Awards, Outstanding Actress in a Motion Picture: Cynthia Erivo

''Wicked'' and ''Wicked: For Good'' have the following nominations for forthcoming awards:
* March 1, 2026: Actor Awards, Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Supporting Role: Ariana Grande
* March 3, 2026: Dorian Awards
** Supporting Film Performance of the Year: Ariana Grande
** Campiest Flick: ''Wicked: For Good''
** Wilde Artist Award: Cynthia Erivo
** Galeca LGBTQIA+ Film Trailblazer: Jonathan Bailey
* March 8, 2026: Satellite Awards
** Best Actress in a Motion Picture – Comedy or Musical: Cynthia Erivo
** Best Actress in a Supporting Role: Ariana Grande
** Best Original Song: "No Place Like Home", Stephen Schwartz; "The Girl in the Bubble", Stephen Schwartz
** Best Sound: Nancy Nugent Title, John Marquis, Andy Nelson, Simon Hayes, and Jack Dolman
** Best Production Design: Nathan Crowley and Lee Sandales
** Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
** Best Makeup and Hair: Frances Hannon, Mark Coulier, and Laura Blount
* March 8, 2026: The Saturn Awards
** Best Fantasy Film: ''Wicked: For Good''
** Best Actress in a Film: Cynthia Erivo, ''Wicked: For Good''
** Best Supporting Actor in a Film: Jeff Goldblum, ''Wicked: For Good''
** Best Supporting Actress in a Film: Ariana Grande, ''Wicked: For Good''
** Best Film Music: John Powell and Stephen Schwartz, ''Wicked: For Good''
** Best Film Production Design: Nathan Crowley and Lee Sandales, ''Wicked: For Good''
** Best Film Costume Design: Paul Tazewell, ''Wicked: For Good''
** Best Film Make-Up: Mark Coulier and Frances Hannon, ''Wicked: For Good''
** Best Film Visual/Special Effects: Pablo Helman and Dale Newton, ''Wicked: For Good''
** Best 4K Home Media Release: ''Wicked''
* March 13, 2026: International Cinematographers Guild, Maxwell Weinberg Award for Motion Picture Publicity Campaign: ''Wicked: For Good''
* March 26, 2026: iHeartRadio Music Awards
** Favorite Soundtrack: ''Wicked: For Good—The Soundtrack''
** Favorite On Screen: Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande

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==October 8, 2025: Robert A. Baum, 1942-2025==
[[file:Robert_A_Baum_Jr.webp|300 px|center]] Robert A. "Bob" Baum, great-grandson of L. Frank Baum and an important Oz scholar in his own right, passed away today at the age of 83. His generosity in sharing his family's collection and history has been a boon to Oz in many ways. Museums, documentaries, and Oz festivals and conventions have all been enhanced by Bob's donations. He was a consultant on the 1990 television movie ''The Dreamer of Oz'', a biopic of his great-grandfather, and even recreated Frank's home office on set using items from his own collection. He served the International Wizard of Oz Club as a director and contributor to ''The Baum Bugle'', as well as frequent convention guest. The [https://www.lulu.com/shop/bob-baum-and-don-abbott-and-rob-lauer-and-autumn-rose-frodelius/oziana-2022/paperback/product-pv4dmd.html?q=oziana+2022&page=1&pageSize=4 2022 issue of ''Oziana''], the Club's literary magazine, was a collection of Bob Baum's fanciful stories about his family history. He and his wife, Claire, would sometimes appear at events as L. Frank and Maud Baum to tell stories about their lives. For his many contributions, he was awarded the Oz Club's highest honor, named after his great-grandfather, in 2002.

(Information courtesy Jane Albright on Facebook. Photo courtesy [https://oz.fandom.com/wiki/Robert_A._Baum_Jr. The Oz Wiki].)

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==September 21, 2025: Elaine Merk Binder, 1930-2025==
Elaine Merk Binder, one of the last remaining actors who played a Munchkin in ''The Wizard of Oz'', passed away today at the age of 94. Born in Colorado, she appeared as an extra in several movies in the '30s, including an ''Our Gang'' short. She was one of a dozen young girls who filled in the ranks of background female Munchkins after Judy Garland's Dorothy arrives in Oz. But after 1940 she left show business, and went on to earn degrees in education and music. She appeared in the 2024 documentary series ''Memories of Oz'', reminiscing about making the movie.

(Information courtesy [https://variety.com/2025/film/news/elaine-merk-binder-dead-munchkin-wizard-of-oz-1236525749/ ''Variety''] and [https://www.imdb.com/name/nm5285756/ IMDB].)

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==August 8, 2025: ''The Baum Bugle'' Spring 2025==
[[file:Bbspring25.png|400 px|right]] The latest issue of ''The Baum Bugle'', the journal of the International Wizard of Oz Club, is now making its way to members. This issue celebrates the release of ''Wicked'' (Part 1).

In this issue:
* The front cover reprints the publicity shot of ''Wicked'' stars Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande recreating the original poster design for the ''Wicked'' stage show.
* The inside covers reprint Anton Loeb's endpaper design for the 1950 book adaptation of ''The Wizard of Oz''.
* The table of contents includes Mark Manley's ''Wicked'' tribute painting, "The Melting Occurred at the Thirteenth Hour".
* In "Letters", Oz Club President Ryan Bunch looks back at how the ''Bugle'' covered the path ''Wicked'' has taken from page to stage to screen, and ''Bugle'' editor Sarah K. Crotzer looks at how this issue's features came about.
* In "The Bugle Bulletin":
** The National Library Service (NLS) has [https://www.loc.gov/nls/new-materials/book-lists/wicked-and-the-wizard-of-oz/ a large collection of Oz materials] for the blind and print disabled.
** "Beyond the Shifting Sands" remembers recently passed Oz contributors Jean Marsh, Stephen J. Teller, Jack Van Camp, and Sally Roesch Wagner.
* Sarah K. Crotzer reacts to the ''Wicked'' film in "What Is This Feeling?"
* "What the Papers Said" looks at a number of reviews of ''Wicked'' from around the world.
* "Wicked Wares: Toys, Plushes, and Cinema Exclusives" by Jane Albright looks at a variety of ''Wicked'' movie collectibles.
* David Diket looks at the history and evolution of Wicked Witch of the West dolls in "My Beautiful Wickedness" and "David's Timeline of Beautifully Wicked Dolls".
* Karyl Carlson looks back at how she started creating [https://karylsozdolls.com/ custom Oz dolls] in "The Dollmaker of Oz".
* It's been twenty-five years since the last installment, but Carl Rexroad continues his look at political cartoons themed around ''The Wizard of Oz'' in "The Editorial Cartoons of Oz, Part 1: 125 Years Later, ''The Wizard of Oz'' Still Drives Political Debate".
* William STillman looks at the history of one of the bestselling Oz adaptations in "75 Years of Anton Loeb's ''The Wizard of Oz''".
* In "Oz in the Arts", Robert Lamont reviews [https://wizmusical.com/ the recent Broadway revival of ''The Wiz''] (now on tour).
* In "The Bugle Review":
** [https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0063377012/thewonderwizardo/ ''Elphie: A Wicked Childhood'' by Gregory Maguire], reviewed by Alan Wise.
** [https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B0DNKY21JB/thewonderwizardo/ The blu-ray release of ''Wicked''], reviewed by Sarah K. Crotzer.
** [https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/publisher/21442/double-critical-llc ''Adventules in Oz: Campaign Setting'' and ''Beasts & Beings'' role-playing campaign books], reviewed by Sarah K. Crotzer.
** [https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B0CSYB4B12/thewonderwizardo/ ''Wicked: The Game'' by Spin Master], reviewed by Sarah K. Crotzer.
* Michael Gessel remembers a recently deceased long-time Oz fan in "The Lifelong Scholar: Stephen J. Teller's Journey from Kansas to Oz".
* The back cover shows the Tonner Doll versions of Glinda and the Wicked Witch of the West.

Also included with this issue:
* This issue's Oz craft is a miniature version of the Emerald City Express train from the ''Wicked'' movie.
* And in the final (for now?) issue of ''The Emerald City Gazette'', the newspaper for younger Oz fans (of all ages), Bungle and Toto stroll through the Emerald Palace to ensure that those pesky nomes are finally gone for good.

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==July 19, 2025: Crotzer Wins L. Frank Baum Memorial Award==
This evening, Sarah K. Crotzer was presented the L. Frank Bam Memorial Award for her contributions to Oz. She has been a tireless Oz researcher and writer, with a special interest in the history of Oz games. She is also the current editor of ''The Baum Bugle'', the journal of the International Wizard of Oz Club, and recently became the longest-serving editor in Club history.

Also presented tonight were the Club's annual prizes for writing and art. This year's winners are:
* The Fred Otto Prize for Fiction:
** First place, Jesse Jury for "Four Friends of Oz"
** Second place, J. L. Bell for "Who's Got the Button?"
* The C. Warren Hollister Prize for Non-Fiction:
** First place, Rachel Graham for "An Essential Quickening: John R. Neill and the Art of Oz"
** Second place, Cynthia Ragni for "Project Ozma"
* The Rob Roy MacVeigh Prize for Art:
** First place, Jime Wimmer for "Dorothy and the Cyclone"
** Second place, Rob Lauer for "Ruth and Her Friends in Oz"

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==June 21, 2025: The Winkie Award==
Tonight, OzCon International gave its highest honor, the Winkie Award, to Sam Milazzo. The award recognizes all of the contributions Sam has made to the convention over the past few years, with presentations, panels, and generally helping out.

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==May 6, 2025: ''The Baum Bugle'' Winter 2024==
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It may be slipping back in the calendar a bit, but the latest issue of ''The Baum Bugle'', the journal of the International Wizard of Oz Club, is making its way to members' mailboxes now.

In this issue:
* All four covers celebrate the fiftieth anniversary of ''The Wiz'':
** The front cover features Stephanie Mills and Hinton Battle in [https://digitalcollections.nypl.org/items/0599e600-5cf5-0130-4cf7-58d385a7b928 a 1974 publicity shot for the musical].
** The inside front cover shows several costumes from the play on exhibit at [https://www.si.edu/museums/african-american-museum the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture].
** The inside back cover features production art for the play by Tom John.
** The back cover reproduces a new work, [https://artsofimagination.org/the-wiz-at-50/ ''The Journey from Home: Revisiting ''The Wiz'' at 50''], also by Tom John.
* In "Letters", Oz Club President Ryan Bunch reflects on fifty years of ''The Wiz'' and invites members to [the 2025 edition of the Club's annual convention in Aberdeen, South Dakota], while ''Bugle'' editor Sarah K. Crotzer also looks back at ''The Wiz'', as well as other anniversaries celebrated in this issue.
* News items highlighted in "The Bugle Bulletin":
** ''Wicked'' wins two Academy Awards, with [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KZtKj5-xE1I&ab_channel=Oscars Paul Tazewell becoming the first Black man to win the Oscar for Best Costume Design].
** The latest auction of a pair of Ruby Slippers shatters all records for the price paid for any kind of movie memorabilia.
** Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande team up to [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eedVl_LGwE4&ab_channel=PhVolleyball open the Oscars telecast with a medley of music from Oz movies].
** Recently passed Oz contributors remembered in "Beyond the Shifting Sands":
*** [https://www.abebooks.com/servlet/SearchResults?an=Baum&cm_sp=SearchF-_-home-_-Results&kn=Greg%20Hildebrandt&ref_=search_f_hp&sts=t&tn=The%20Wizard%20of%20Oz Greg Hildebrandt] and [https://www.abebooks.com/servlet/SearchResults?an=Baum&cm_sp=SearchF-_-home-_-Results&kn=Graham%20Rawle&ref_=search_f_hp&sts=t&tn=The%20Wizard%20of%20Oz Graham Rawle], both of whom illustrated ''The Wizard of Oz''.
*** Legendary composer and arranger Quincy Jones, who was an instrumental part of how ''The Wiz'' sounded in movie theaters.
* "Awards and Honors" announces Oz Club President Ryan Bunch as the recipient of the L. Frank Baum Memorial Award, the Club's highest honor, for 2024.
* "They Call My Name: An Interview with George Faison" looks at the life and career of the choreographer. His credits include the original Broadway production of ''The Wiz''.
* "The ''Wiz'' That Wasn't" by Sarah K. Crotzer digs into the casting process for the original company of ''The Wiz'' and reveals who else tried out, or was at least considered, for the major rolls. (There are some definite surprises!)
* "The ''Wiz'' That Was" by Sarah K. Crotzer looks at ''The Wiz'' costumes held by the National Museum of African American History and Culture.
* Crotzer also considers Grampa's game leg and the game you play with it in "A Few Inessential Thoughts About the Game of Scrum".
* "Coming and Going" looks at a few short thoughts about ''Grampa in Oz''.
* "Oz Under Scrutiny", once again compiled by Scott Cummings, looks at what the press of 1924 thought of ''Grampa in Oz''.
* In part two of the interview "Journey to the ''Annotated Wizard'' with Michael Patrick Hearn", the author of ''The Annotated Wizard of Oz'' recounts the aftermath of the book's original 1973 publication.
* L. Frank Baum's great-granddaughter, Gita Dorothy Morena, solves the mystery of a Baum family treasure in "A Letter to Oz Enthusiasts from a Forgotten Baum Illustration".
* "Guaranteed For a Thousand Years", a wrap-up of recent Oz events, reports on the 2024 editions of OzCon International and Oz, The National Convention.
* New products presented in "The Bugle Review":
** [https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B0DVQSJLLX/thewonderwizardo/ ''After Oz'' by Gordon McAlpine], reviewed by Mike Penick
** [https://hungrytigerpress.store/product/all-wound-up-the-making-of-the-tik-tok-man-of-oz/ ''All Wound Up: The Making of ''The Tik-Tok Man of Oz by Eric Shanower], [https://hungrytigerpress.store/product/the-tik-tok-man-of-oz-performance-script/ ''The Tik-Tok Man of Oz Performance Script'' by L. Frank Baum], and [https://hungrytigerpress.store/product/the-tik-tok-man-of-oz-piano-vocal-score/ ''The Tik-Tok Man of Oz Piano-Vocal Score'' by Louis F. Gottschalk and L. Frank Baum], reviewed by Atticus Gannaway.
** [https://joetunes.ca/ ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', ''The Marvelous Land of Oz'', and ''Ozma of Oz'' complete audio books by the Toronto Civic Light Opera Company], reviewed by Sarah K. Crotzer.
** [https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B0CST87Z4J/thewonderwizardo/ The ''Wicked'' edition of ''Monopoly''], reviewed by Sarah K. Crotzer.
** A quartet of ''Wicked'' tie-in books ([https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0593896866/thewonderwizardo/ ''I Am Elphaba''], [https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0593896882/thewonderwizardo/ ''I Am Glinda''], [https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B0CZJQXCQY/thewonderwizardo/ ''Defying Gravity: The Illustrated Lyrics''] and a replica of [https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B0CZJRSY9M/thewonderwizardo/ ''The Story of Oz & the Wonderful Wizard'']), reviewed by Atticus Gannaway.
* "Adventures in Oz" sees Brady Schwind interviewing Tom John, the original scenic designer for ''The Wiz''.

Also included with this issue:
* A registration form for [https://www.ozclub.org/oz-in-aberdeen-a-convention-to-remember/ the 2025 editino of Oz, the National Convention] in Aberdeen, South Dakota.
* A flyer for one of the Club's latest publications, [https://www.ozclub.org/product/bibliographia-baumiana/ ''Bibliographia Baumiana''].
* This issue's craft is a melting Evillene, based on the original Broadway run of ''The Wiz''.
* And in the latest issue of ''The Oz Gazette'', the newsletter for younger Oz fans (of all ages):
** Editor-in-Chief Katie Jones, with assistance from the Head of Security the Gump, updates readers on the hunt for Nomes and the Glass Cat.
** The Scarecrow's book column looks at other books puplished in 1924, like ''Grampa in Oz''.
** Based off of the article speculating what scrum might be like in ''The Baum Bugle'', the Patchwork Girl presents the board, pieces, and rules for Camette, a simplified (for space reasons) version of the game Camelot.
** Finally, a little bit of verse from…the Glass Cat?

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==May 5, 2025: Mattydale, New York, to Honor L. Frank Baum==
Mattydale, New York, will honor native son L. Frank Baum and his greatest work, ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', on May 17. Mattydale was the site of Baum's childhood home, Roselawn, and the city will commemorate Baum's birth and the 125th anniversary of the publication of the first Oz book with a historical marker at the site. The marker will be at 2601 Brewerton Road, which will soon be the site of a community center.A reception will be held from 1:00 to 5:00 pm at the Kreuger Funeral Home.

(Information courtesy [https://cnycentral.com/news/local/mattydale-celebrates-125-years-of-the-wonderful-wizard-of-oz-with-historical-marker CNYCentral].)

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==April 13, 2025: Jean Marsh, 1934-2025==
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Jean Marsh, OBE, the lauded British actor, passed away today from complications of dementia. She was 90. Born July 1, 1934 in Stoke Newington, London, she studied dance, singing, and acting before beginning her professional career in the 1950s. Among her movies were ''Cleopatra'', ''Jane Eyre'' (1972), ''Frenzy'', ''The Eagle Has Landed'', and ''Willow''. She was probably best known for her television work, however, in shows in both the United States and the United Kingdom, including appearances in ''The Twilight Zone'', ''The Saint'', ''Doctor Who'', ''I Spy'', ''Adam Adamant Lives!'', ''UFO'', ''The Waltons'', ''Hawaii Five-O'', the ''9 to 5'' series, ''The Love Boat'', ''Murder, She Wrote'', and the 1990s revival of ''The Tomorrow People''. But she is best known for co-creating, with Eileen Atkins, the period drama ''Upstairs, Downstairs'', about the servants in a great house. Marsh also starred in the show as maid Rose Buck, for which she won an Emmy Award in 1975 as well as other awards. When the BBC revived the show in 2010, Marsh was the only actor to return. Marsh and Atkins also created the series ''House of Elliott'' in 1991, which she did not appear in. For her services to drama, Marsh was made a member of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire by Queen Elizabeth II in 2012. For Oz fans, however, as well as many movie-going kids in the 1980s, she will always be known for her dual role as Nurse Wilson and Princess Mombi in the 1985 Disney film ''Return to Oz''.

(Information courtesy [https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c045dk29xqqo the BBC] and [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jean_Marsh Wikipedia].)

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==March 18, 2025: Saliterman, Ruby Slipper Thief, Dies==
Charges against Jerry Hal Saliterman, who had pled guilty to playing a part in the 2005 theft of the Ruby Slippers from the Judy Garland Museum, have been dismissed when prosecutors informed the court that he had died the day before. Saliterman's defense attorney, John Brink, confirmed the passing. The 77-year-old Saliterman had been hospitalized with lung disease and other ailments, and his most recent court appearance, in January, had been a remote feed from his hospital room. At that time, he changed his initial plea to guilty of charges of theft of a major artwork and witness tampering.

(Information courtesy [https://apnews.com/article/stolen-ruby-slippers-wizard-of-oz-death-b82e6ed5049d2f11cf9a38b38e5eb463 The Associated Press].)

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==Rumor Control==
(Because of the many questions I am asked about possible forthcoming Oz projects or other bits of pseudo-news, I have added this section to answer some of these inquiries.)

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Three horror-themed takes on Oz are currently in the works:
* [https://bloody-disgusting.com/exclusives/3919064/return-to-oz-with-gale-yellow-brick-road-poster-by-creepy-duck-design-exclusive/ ''Gale: Yellow Brick Road''], about Dorothy's granddaughter Emily being drawn into a nightmare version of Oz, had a limited release in February 2026.
* ''Dorothy: The Haunting of Oz'' is in post-production and looking for a 2026 release.
* ''Wicked of Oz'' was announced for a release right before ''Wicked: For Good'', but was quietly withdrawn and is now awaiting another possible release.
If any of these go into general release, they'll appear on this website's events page.

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''Dorothy'' is in development for Prime Video, with executive producers Gwen Stefani, Blake Shelton, and Gina Matthews. You can see the initial report on this [https://deadline.com/2025/08/gwen-stefani-blake-shelton-wizard-of-oz-prime-video-1236497977/ right here].

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The latest Oz projects to be announced in Hollywood: ''Cheshire Crossing'', the graphic novel by Andy Weir and Sarah Anderson, optioned by Amblin Partners (see [https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/heat-vision/amblin-michael-de-luca-tackling-martian-author-s-fantasy-graphic-novel-cheshire-crossing-1255011 this report]); and an animated musical adaptation of the book ''Toto: The Dog-Gone Amazing Story of the Wizard of Oz'', where the story is told from Toto's point of view, to be produced at Warner Bros. (see [https://deadline.com/2020/10/toto-the-dog-gone-amazing-story-of-the-wizard-of-oz-animated-pic-in-the-works-at-warner-bros-1234596757/ this source]).

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Okay, yes, word has leaked out that Warner Bros. tried to talk Robert Zemeckis into directing a remake of ''The Wizard of Oz'', using the same screenplay as the famous 1939 Judy Garland version. Zemeckis already rejected the idea. This probably puts the idea on the back burner for a while, and based on the ''extreme'' negative reaction the idea got, I suspect it will stay there. Rumors of this have surfaced again, but appear to be the result of someone finding the old story and running it again.

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It's getting harder and harder to keep up with all of the currently planned Oz movie and television projects. Bear in mind that at this stage, most of it is speculation and/or not even in pre-production, or possibly even a game of "Telephone". But here are some of the current Oz movies that could be coming to your local theater in the next few years:

*''The Road to Oz'', a movie biopic about the life of L. Frank Baum and how he created Oz, starring Eddie Redmayne as Frank. (See reports [http://www.theguardian.com/film/2015/aug/06/eddie-redmayne-wizard-of-oz-author-l-frank-baum here] and [http://www.joblo.com/movie-news/eddie-redmayne-to-play-author-l-frank-baum-in-biopic-road-to-oz-268 here].)
*''Dark Oz 3-D'', based on the old Caliber comic book.
*A non-musical, faithful adaptation of ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'' from New Line and [http://www.templehillent.com/ Temple Hill].
*''The Oz Wars'', which would have the witches fighting for control of the Emerald City while the Wizard leads the resistance.
*John Boorman's [http://www.actionsynthese.com/index2.php?language=en animated adaptation of ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz''] seems to be on track for release — in France. Once it's released, an English-language release will likely come out soon afterwards. (However, in a [http://www.filmireland.net/2011/03/16/interview-with-john-boorman/ recent interview], Boorman admitted that the project has stalled due to lack of funding.)
*''Oz: Return to the Emerald City'' was one of two possible competing projects at Warner Bros. This original sequel may now be shopped around to other studios, or turned into a novel.
*[http://www.independentstoriesinc.com/WonderfulWizard.htm ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz''], a low-budget independent production from Barnyard Studios and Used Productions. This is very much a shoestring production, which is looking for money and actors. But its Kickstarter campaign to raise the last money it needed was a success, so it may be finished soon.
*[http://valleywind.com/legendofoz/ ''Legend of Oz''], a modern retelling of ''The Wizard of Oz'' from Valley Wind Productions in Ottawa.
*[http://www.heyuguys.co.uk/2010/06/16/are-the-polish-brothers-planning-their-own-trip-to-oz/ ''Oz''], a new telling of ''The Wizard of Oz''.
*A still unnamed horror movie set in the 1920s with Dorothy meeting Alice in Bedlam Asylum.
*[http://www.screendaily.com/festivals/berlin/european-film-market/mcnamara-to-direct-young-santa/5066468.article ''Young Santa'']., based on L. Frank Baum's book ''The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus'' and directed by Sean McNamara.
*''How the Wizard Came to Oz'', based on two books by Donald Abbott.
*Not entirely Oz, strictly speaking, but the Judy Garland biography ''Get Happy'' may be made into a movie, featuring Anne Hathaway as Garland.

And it's not limited to movies any more. In development for television:

*[http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/heat-vision/warner-horizon-turn-oz-fantasy-420517 ''Red Brick Road''], a television series continuation of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in the style of ''Game of Thrones''. The latest word is that this is being developed for the Lifetime channel.
*[http://www.deadline.com/2013/08/cbs-developing-wizard-of-oz-themed-medical-drama-from-timbermanbeverly/ ''Dorothy''], an Oz-themed medical drama in development at CBS
*[http://www.cinemablend.com/television/Tim-Kring-Developing-Wizard-Oz-Drama-Dorothy-Must-Die-CW-58899.html ''Dorothy Must Die''], in which Dorothy has returned to Oz and become a dictator, in development at the CW. This would be based on the book series of the same name.
*''Warriors of Oz'', a post-apocalyptic version in development at Syfy.
* A ''Wicked'' television miniseries, based on the original book (not the stage musical). Salma Hayak was attached to this as a producer. When last heard of, it was under development at ABC.

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No, Peter Jackson is ''not'' producing or directing a billion-dollar all-CGI remake of ''The Wizard of Oz'' for Warner Bros. How do stories like this get started? Oh, maybe in [http://www.aintitcool.com/node/31184 stories like this]...

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In recent years, there have been proposals for other Oz or related projects, none of which now appear that they will get off the ground. Among them:

*''Lost in Oz'', a series that was to feature Melissa George as a Kansas university student who is whisked to Oz sixty years after the events of ''The Wizard of Oz'' (The Movie) and helping to spearhead a rebellion against the new Wicked Witch of the West. Although developed for the WB and a pilot film produced, it was never picked up, nor the pilot shown. (But keep an eye out on auction sites, as a bootleg DVD sometimes shows up…)
*A television miniseries based on Gregory Maguire's novel ''Wicked'', with Demi Moore in the title role. (There are stories that the people developing this version later pushed their involvement into the musical version now playing on Broadway and elsewhere.)
*''The O. Z.'', a hip-hop flavored re-telling of ''The Wizard of Oz'' for Fox. Among the rumored Dorothy's at one point were Brandy, Mya, and the late Aaliyah. Justin Timberlake, John Leuizamo, and Little Richard were mentioned for other parts.
*''Surrender Dorothy''. Drew Barrymore as Dorothy's great-granddaughter coming to Oz, and battling the Wicked Witch of the West's granddaughter. (Rumors of this recently resurfaced, but were quickly squelched. This project is dead.)
*''Somewhere'' starring Elizabeth Taylor as Dorothy, now a grandmother, returning to Oz. The deaths of both Taylor and developer Rod Steiger means this is unlikely to ever happen.
*''Pamela West'', where the Wicked Witch is the innocent victim and Dorothy (with Toto as a pit bull) is the evil interloper.
*''The Land of Oz'' (not based on the book of the same name), produced by Hallmark for NBC. This eventually became the basis for the Sci Fi Channel miniseries ''Tin Man''.
*''The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus'' from Circa Pictures. It's no longer listed on their website.
*''The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus'' from Hyde Park Entertainment and Toonz Entertainment.
*A Bollywood adaptation of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in India.
*A movie version of American McGee's (later cancelled) ''Oz'' video game.
*Geoff Ryman's ''Was''.

If progress is made on any of these projects, such as actually going into production or a release date announced, the news will be posted as quickly as possible on this page. But at this stage, any of these going into production is very unlikely. (However, ''Tin Man'' was part of this list for some time before its eventual completion and broadcast on the Sci-Fi Channel.)

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Ericgjovaag: /* Wicked play, around the world */

Other Oz events can also be found on [https://www.ozclub.org/calendar/ the International Wizard of Oz Club's online calendar].

Please note that, since I live in the United States and most Oz events take place in the United States, I will identify most event locations by city and state only. Any events taking place in other countries will include the name of the country as well.

==Going on now==
===''Wicked'' play, around the world===
'''Now playing: ''Wicked''.''' This is the award-winning musical based on Gregory Maguire's novel ''Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West''. The book is by Winnie Holzman, the music by Stephen Schwartz, and the show is directed by Joe Mantello. It has done so well, it has spawned the following productions:

* [http://www.gershwintheatre.com/ Gershwin Theater], Broadway, New York City, New York. Tickets may be purchased online at [http://www.ticketmaster.com/venue/24579 ticketmaster.com]. For more details, go to [http://wickedthemusical.com/ wickedthemusical.com]. For a "Behind the Emerald Curtain" tour on Saturday mornings, go to https://wickedthemusical.com/behind-the-emerald-curtain#scrolldown for details.

* The Apollo Victoria Theatre, The West End, London, England, United Kingdom. For more information, including booking tickets, see http://www.wickedthemusical.co.uk/.

* ''Wicked'' is also touring the United States and Canada. For more information and updates about the tour, see https://wickedthemusical.com/tickets/#tour. Here's the current schedule (locations and dates are subject to change):
** March 4-22, 2026: [https://www.ppacri.org/events/detail/wicked-2 Providence Performing Arts Center], Providence, Rhode Island
** March 25-April 5, 2026: [https://www.broadwayincolumbia.com/upcoming-shows/ Koger Center for the Arts], Columbia, South Carolina
** April 8-19, 2026: [https://www.celebrityattractions.com/shows/10200/WICKED/Little-Rock/2026 Robinson Center], Little Rock, Arkansas
** April 22-May 3, 2026: Juanita K. Hammons Hall, Springfield, Missouri
** May 6-June 14, 2026: [https://dallas.broadway.com/shows/wicked/ Music Hall at Fair Park], Dallas, Texas
** June 17-July 5, 2026: [https://ticketomaha.com/Productions/wicked Orpheum Theater], Omaha, Nebraska
** July 8-August 9, 2026: [https://hennepinarts.org/events/wicked Orpheum Theatre], Minneapolis, Minnesota
** August 12-30, 2026: [https://kansascity.broadway.com/shows/wicked/ Music Hall], Kansas City, Missouri
** September 2-20, 2026: [https://www.desmoinesperformingarts.org/whats-on/events/2025-26/broadway/wicked Des Moines Civic Center], Des Moines, Iowa

* The Korean production is now on tour. The show's website is at https://www.wickedthemusical.co.kr/Home/Index. Here are the current dates:
** Now through March 1, 2026: Keimyung Arts Center, Daegu

* A non-reproduction staging is now running at the Teatr Muzyczny ROMA in Warsaw, Poland. For more information, see https://www.teatrroma.pl/spektakl/wicked/.

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===''The Wiz'' play, national tour===
'''''The Wiz'' play, national tour.''' After its Broadway run, this new staging of the Tony-winning musical adaptation of ''The Wizard of Oz'' heads out on a North American tour. The following dates have been announced:

* March 3-15, 2026: [https://cincinnati.broadway.com/shows/the-wiz/ Aronhoff Center], Cincinnati, Ohio
* April 21-26, 2026: [https://www.altriatheater.com/events/detail/the-wiz-2025 Altria Center], Richmond, Virginia
* May 5-10, 2026: [https://www.celebrityattractions.com/shows/10194/THE-WIZ/Tulsa/2026 Tulsa Performing Arts Center], Tulsa, Oklahoma
* May 12-17, 2026: [https://austin.broadway.com/shows/the-wiz/ Bass Concert Hall], Austin, Texas
* May 19-24, 2026: [https://www.okcbroadway.com/wiz Civic Center Music Hall], Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
* May 26-31, 2026: [https://americantheatreguild.com/toledo/shows/the-wiz/ Stranahan Theater], Toledo, Ohio

More dates and cities will be coming. For more information, see the show's website at https://wizmusical.com/.

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===''The Wizard of Oz on Ice'' on tour===
'''Now on Tour: ''The Wizard of Oz on Ice''.''' The new, reimagined version of the 1990s ice show returns for another season. The company has announced the following tour dates:
* March 5, 2026: [https://www.artsblooming.org/home-bcpa Bloomington Center for the Arts], Bloomington, Illinois
* March 6, 2026: [https://leachtheatre.mst.edu/events/2025/wiz-oz-on-ice/ Leach Theatre], Rolla, Missouri
* March 7, 2026: [https://www.hutchinsonfox.com/events/the-wizard-of-oz-on-ice Hutchinson's Historic Fox Theatre], Hutchinson, Kansas
* March 8, 2026: [https://www.topekaperformingarts.org/events/2026/the-wizard-of-oz-on-ice Topeka Performing Arts Center], Topeka, Kansas
* March 11, 2026: [https://mizzouarts.missouri.edu/university-concert-series-returns-for-118th-season/ Jesse Auditorium, University of Missouri], Columbia, Missouri
* March 14, 2026: [https://www.skokospac.org/ Shokos Performing Arts Center], Alma, Arkansas
* March 15, 2026: [https://www.coppellartscenter.org/events/detail/2026-wizard-of-oz-on-ice Coppell Arts Center], Coppell, Texas
* March 19, 2026: [https://coffeecountyartsalliance.org/product/wizard/ Enterprise High School Performing Arts Center], Enterprise, Alabama
* March 20, 2026: [https://fordcenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Ford Center for the Performing Arts], Oxford, Mississippi
* March 21, 2026: [https://tickets.thegrand.com/Online/mapSelect.asp?doWork::WSmap::loadMap=Load&createBO::WSmap=1&BOparam::WSmap::loadMap::performance_ids=BF23CAB4-BB58-48F2-B25A-98FC0873E482 The Grand 1894 Opera House], Galveston, Texas
* March 22, 2026: [https://ci.ovationtix.com/35987/production/1241069?performanceId=11647305 Temple Theater], Lufkin, Texas
* March 27, 2026: [https://www.moonlightstage.com/shows-tickets Moonlight Amphitheatre], Vista, California
* March 28, 2026: [https://www.ycpac.com/Online/default.asp?BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Avenue_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Acity_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Amonth_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Aobject_type_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Acategory_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_from=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_to=&doWork%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3Asearch=1&BOparam%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3Asearch%3A%3Aarticle_search_id=EE8716B4-0827-4B0D-9ACB-038A148DF966&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_criteria=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_from=2026-3-28&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_to=2026-3-28 Jim and Linda Lee Performing Arts Center], Prescott, Arizona
* March 29, 2026: [https://tickets.haughpac.com/wizard Haugh Performing Arts Center], Glendora, California
* March 30, 2026: [https://higleycenter.org/ Higley Center for the Performing Arts], Gilbert, Arizona
* April 10, 2026: [https://www.sunsetcenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Sunset Cultural Center], Carmel-by-the-Sea, California
* April 11, 2026: [https://www.lpac.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Lancaster Performing Arts Center], Lancaster, California
* April 12, 2026: [https://livermorearts.org/ Livermore Valley Performing Arts Center], Livermore, California
* April 15, 2026: [https://craterian.org/event/the-wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Craterian Theater], Medford, Oregon
* April 16, 2026: [https://columbiatheatre.com/new-events/wizard-of-oz-on-ice Columbia Theatre], Longview, Washington
* April 17, 2026: [https://www.washingtoncenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice-4-17-2026/ Washington Center for the Performing Arts], Olympia, Washington
* April 19, 2026: [https://buttearts.org/ Mother Lode Theatre], Butte, Montana
* April 30, 2026: [https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/41568594/wizard-of-oz-on-ice-pembroke-givens-performing-arts-center?_gl=1*17vkium*_ga*MTg1OTc1NzAyOS4xNzU3MTE1MzQz*_ga_LQFXLBGNDL*czE3NTcxMTUzNDMkbzEkZzEkdDE3NTcxMTUzNzMkajMwJGwwJGgw Givens Performing Arts Center], Pembroke, North Carolina

For more information about the show, see the website at https://wizardofozonice.com/.

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===''Ozmafia'' anime series, on the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Ozmafia'' anime series, crunchyroll.com.''' In this Japanese anime series (based on the video game of the same name), Scarlet is a new transfer student at Oz Academy. He doesn't get off to a good start, but the teachers seem nice enough. But what strange secrets are hiding at Oz Academy, and why are they at war with the other academies? Episodes (in Japanese, with English subtitles) are available to view online at http://www.crunchyroll.com/ozmafia for free.

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===''The Wizard of Oz'' and ''The Wiz'', throughout the United Kingdom===
'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz'', throughout the United Kingdom.''' Oz is a popular show to perform in the United Kingdom, and there always seems to be a show going on somewhere. For a complete listing of all upcoming productions of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in the United Kingdom, see the listings at [http://www.list.co.uk/events/theatre/what:The%20Wizard%20of%20Oz/sort:date/show:100/ ''The List''], naturally. They also have listings for performances of [http://www.list.co.uk/events/theatre/what:The%20Wiz/sort:date/show:100/ ''The Wiz''].

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===''Emerald City'' television series, NBC.com===
'''''Emerald City'' television series, NBC.com''' The latest Oz TV project has gone through its broadcast run on NBC. But the show's website is still up at http://www.nbc.com/emerald-city. You can still watch episodes online at http://www.nbc.com/emerald-city/episodes, and the show is also streaming on Peacock.

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===''Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz'', Internet Streaming and Cablecast===
'''Now playing: ''Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz'' cartoon series, Internet Streaming.''' This is the latest Oz cartoon series, based (very loosely) on the famous 1939 film version. Dorothy is now a princess of Oz and living in the Emerald City with Queen Ozma. But she's still having adventures! For more information, see the show's website at https://watch.boomerang.com/shows/dorothy-franchise/series/dorothy-series/volume-1. Or, if you have the Boomerang or Cartoon Network cable channels, episodes are now being shown in territories around the world, outside the United States, also have the show, so check your local version of the Cartoon Network, Boomerang, or Max channels or websites.

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===''Lost in Oz'' series, Internet streaming===
'''Now playing: ''Lost in Oz'', Amazon Video streaming.''' This animated series from Amazon tells the story of Dorothy, a modern-day girl, and her dog Toto, who are whisked to Oz when Dorothy opens one of her mother's old journals. To get home, she must find the elements of magic and help restore magic to Oz. Fortunately she has made friends with Ojo the Munchkin and West, a trainee witch, to help her out. To get started, see Amazon's ''Lost in Oz'' website at https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00Z89MYTI! And in November of 2022, [https://www.youtube.com/embed/h4fc1XvdBrk this short was dropped] with news of what's to come.

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===''Dee & Friends in Oz'', Netflix worldwide===
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'''Now playing: ''Dee & Friends in Oz'', Netflix worldwide.''' The streaming service has announced their new shows for 2024, including ''Dee & Friends in Oz'', an animated musical series aimed at preschoolers. Dee is a young girl who discovers a key to the magical land of Oz, where she makes friends and has has adventures where she saves the day. Want a sneak peek? [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oPAZCfmc0mQ&ab_channel=NetflixJr. Here's the first episode!]

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===''Chronicles of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now streaming: The ''Chronicles of Oz'' podcast.''' This audio adaptation of the first three Oz books, each in six episodes, presents ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', ''The Marvellous Land of Oz'', and ''Ozma of Oz'', plus a special episode adapting ''The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus''. Produced by Crossover Adventure Productions out of Australia. All episodes, along with trailers and other materials, can be downloaded at http://chroniclesofoz.com/.

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===''The Royal Podcast of Oz'', the Internet===
'''Now streaming: ''The Royal Podcast of Oz'', podbean.com and other podcasting sites.''' Now running for over a decade, this podcast is devoted to all things Oz, with interviews, reviews, news, and other items of interest to Oz fans of all types. You can listen to or download all editions at https://anchor.fm/the-royal-podcast-of-oz/, or look for it on your favorite podcast site.

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===''Wait Wait…Don't Tell Me'', National Public Radio===
'''Now streaming: ''Wait Wait…Don't Tell Me'' edition of May 11, 2019, npr.org.''' The popular current events quiz show recorded this episode in St. Louis, and got one of the city's most celebrated residents to play "Not My Job". Former Cardinals shortstop and Hall of Fame inductee Ozzie Smith was nicknamed "The Wizard of Oz" in his playing days, so naturally, he gets to answer questions about ''The Wizard of Oz''! You can listen to the entire episode [https://www.npr.org/programs/wait-wait-dont-tell-me/722132214/wait-wait-for-may-11-2019-with-not-my-job-guest-ozzie-smith?showDate=2019-05-11 here], or just Smith's segment [https://www.npr.org/2019/05/11/721853591/not-my-job-we-quiz-baseball-great-ozzie-smith-on-the-wizard-of-oz here].

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===''Hit the Bricks!'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Hit the Bricks!'' podcast, the Internet.''' One hundred years after the events of ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', the Gale farm is abandoned, and a new generation is off to have adventures in Oz. The first act has now dropped, with further episodes to come. For more information, see the show's website at https://hitthebricks.com/, and its Twitter feed at https://twitter.com/HitTheBricksPod/.

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===''The Smallwood Sessions'' podcast, "The Podcast of Oz", the Internet===
'''Now playing: "The Podcast of Oz" episode of ''The Smallwood Sessions'' podcast.''' To celebrate what would have been the 2020 edition of Chittenango's Oz-Stravaganza, this podcast about upstate New York celebrates Oz and creator L. Frank Baum's connections to the area. To listen, go to https://anchor.fm/josh-taylor87/episodes/Episode-22-The-Podcast-of-Oz-ef05f4.

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===''Down the Yellow Brick Pod'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Down the Yellow Brick Pod'' podcast.''' This podcast takes a deep dive into the Oz books, one chapter at a time, and looks at all that they encompass. Available on many podcast sources, including Google Podcasts, and through [https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS8xMTcyMTM4LnJzcw?hl=en this link].

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===''The Wonderful Recap of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''The Wonderful Recap of Oz'' podcast.''' This podcast recaps the Oz books, one per episode. Available Available on many podcast sources, including Google Podcasts, and through [https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy80ZjgyMWIyYy9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw== this link].

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===''No Place Like Home'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''No Place Like Home'' podcast.''' This podcast looks at the Ruby Slippers, how they were stolen in 2005 and found again in 2018, and all the background behind them, the production of The Movie, the life of Judy Garland, and more. Available on most podcasting sites. For more information, the show's website is at https://shows.cadence13.com/podcast/noplacelikehome.

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===''The Lost Princess of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''The Lost Princess of Oz'' podcast.''' A new, original Oz story for kids (of all ages), told in six parts, with songs, and presented by the Delaware Children's Theatre. Although based on Baum's writings, this is not the same story as his novel ''The Lost Princess of Oz''. For more information, or to subscribe, see the show's website at https://www.thelostprincessofozpodcast.com/.

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===''The Wizard of Oz: A Homegrown American Fairy Tale'' radio broadcast, BBC World Service===
'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz: A Homegrown American Fairy Tale'' radio documentary, BBC World Service and online streaming.''' This program looks at the origins and mythology of ''The Wizard of Oz'' and how it came about. It is currently available to listen or download online, anywhere in the world. Check the program's website at https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/w3ct1rl9 to listen to it online, or to download it.

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===To Oz? To Oz! online convention, the Internet===
'''To Oz? To Oz! online convention.''' With so many Oz events having to be cancelled this year because of the COVID-19 pandemic, a bunch of them got together to present some of their events to a worldwide, online audience for free. The live portions of the convention have now ended, but if you go to https://ozis.us/, you can see many prerecorded talks and events.

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===The OzConnection, YouTube===
'''The OzConnection, YouTube.''' OzCon International, the world's longest running ''Wizard of Oz'' convention, now has a YouTube channel at "The OzConnection", which features highlights of earlier cons and new material. The link is at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQU5pEFZZ6n_vXvRalgclSg.

The OzConnection has recently started two shows specifically for their channel. The first is a talk show called "OZ:Connect", which you can find in a playlist at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r-NAe0FKDXk&list=PLVNfENfXbx111GmnLLJFklUVGxPl1zUC-. The other new show is "Crypto-Oz-ology", short stories about all kinds of unusual happenings in Oz, which is in a playlist at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sCoSH97u4ts&list=PLVNfENfXbx11g0DhXikoqyP0dslwHeC1h.

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===Oz Talk, YouTube===
'''''Oz Talk'' panel talk show, YouTube.''' Join five Oz friends as they discuss any and all Oz subjects under the sun. New episodes will drop every two weeks on [https://www.youtube.com/c/TheOfficialOzClub/videos the Official Oz Club's YouTube Channel]. You can find the playlist for ''Oz Talk'' at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VNINbbefPS4&list=PL3OVMLWgINCRfgeWZR8GPJOp11rR73Ssc.

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===''Fifty Years of Oziana'' Readings, Youtube===
'''''Fifty Years of Oziana'' short story readings, YouTube.''' To celebrate fifty years of ''Oziana'', the International Wizard of Oz Club's annual literary magazine, Club members read stories from the last five decades. Many authors have even revisited their own stories. You can see the playlist of all stories [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hm6WXDLg9U8&list=PL3OVMLWgINCQ2a_CDuBggCt7kCYVaS4yD right here].

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===''Rainbow'' movie, Netflix===
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'''Now playing: ''Rainbow'', on Netflix worldwide.''' The first streaming service premieres this new movie, from director Paco León, that uses themes and imagery from ''The Wizard of Oz'' to explore the coming of age of Dora, a young Spanish woman who finds that everything she thought she knew about her life may be wrong. Available in an English dub, or with English subtitles.

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===The Wizard of Oz Experience, Around the World===
'''The Wizard of Oz Experience.''' The interactive outdoors event will be making making another set of appearances around the United States, Canada, and Australia in the spring of 2024. Take a look at https://questoapp.com/ for when it's coming to your town.

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===The Wicked Wizard Afternoon Tea, London, England, United Kingdom===
'''The Wicked Wizard Afternoon Tea, The Franklin Hotel, London, England, United Kingdom.''' Enjoy an Oz-themed tea, inspired by ''The Wizard of Oz'' and ''Wicked'', in the heart of London's Knightsbridge district. Tea is served from noon to 6:00, costs £49 (spirits are extra), and reservations must be made at least twenty-four hours in advance. For more information, including the menu, see [https://collezione.starhotels.com/en/our-hotels/the-franklin-london/restaurants-and-bars/wicked-wizard-at-the-franklin.html?_gl=1*1cfuckg*_up*MQ..*_gs*MQ..*_ga*MzU1MjIzMDI0LjE3NDE1NzY0NjA.*_ga_444Y1N2CEK*MTc0MTU3NjQ1OC4xLjEuMTc0MTU3NjU3NS4wLjAuMTkzNzQwNjk0Nw..*_ga_YXSDGTQ8NB*MTc0MTU3NjQ1OC4xLjEuMTc0MTU3NjU3NS4wLjAuNDIxNjUwMTc1&gclid=Cj0KCQiAlbW-BhCMARIsADnwasphX4BQH4lMNEKBognzeTmjcu96bA-ZlcDfhhU2ouaxc5CgyV41YLMaAjUfEALw_wcB the Franklin's website].

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===''Ruby Red Handed: Stealing America’s Most Famous Pair of Shoes'', Hulu===
'''Now playing: ''Ruby Red Handed: Stealing America’s Most Famous Pair of Shoes'', Hulu Streaming Service.''' This ABC News documentary delves into the 2005 theft of a pair of Ruby Slippers in Minnesota and the subsequent investigation and recovery. Keep an eye out here for more information and links.

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===''The Wizard of Oz'', Las Vegas, Nevada===
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'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz'' at the Sphere, Las Vegas, Nevada.''' See the famous 1939 film version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in a whole new way. This is an immersive reimagining in 16K on a huge screen surrounding the audience. For more information and to buy tickets, go to https://www.thesphere.com/shows/wizard-of-oz-experience.

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===Candlelight: ''The Wizard of Oz'' concerts, around the world===
'''Candlelight: ''The Wizard of OZ'' concerts, around the world.''' In conjunction with Warner Bros., Candlelight is presenting songs from the famous movie version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in venues around the world amidst a sea of flickering candles. For more information, or to locate a concert, see the website at https://candlelightexperience.com/wizard-of-oz-concerts/.

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===The Land of Oz: Beyond the Page Museum Exhibit, Chicago, Illinois===
'''Now through March 15, 2026: The Land of Oz: Beyond the Page Museum Exhibit, Driehaus Museum, Chicago, Illinois.''' This exhibit focuses on design elements of the famous 1939 film adaptation of ''The Wizard of Oz''. Items on display include replicas of the Ruby Slippers and the Cowardly Lion's "Courage" medal, an early draft script, and a prototype for the Flying Monkey's costumes. For more information, see the museum's website at https://driehausmuseum.org/exhibitions.

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===Bloomland in Oz, Burlington, Ontario, Canada===
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'''Now through April 6, 2026: Bloomland in Oz, Royal Botanical Gardens Canada, Burlington, Ontario, Canada.''' The Gardens' 2026 showcase features floral displays and artistic creations, all inspired by the novel ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz''. For more information or to purchase tickets, see the website at https://www.rbg.ca/things-to-do/by-season/special-events/winter-exhibit/. And here's a behind-the-scenes look:
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===Stories of Cinema: Identity exhibit, Los Angeles, California===
'''Now through January 10, 2027: Stories of Cinema: Identity exhibit, Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, Los Angeles, California.''' The Academy Museum has brought its pair of Ruby Slippers back for the public to view. This exhibit also includes costumes and design studies from such movies as ''Flower Drum Song'', ''Dreamgirls'', ''Moulin Rouge!'', ''Amadeus'', ''Ma Raimey's Black Bottom'', ''Barbie'', and ''Wicked''. For more information, see the museum's website at https://www.academymuseum.org/en/exhibitions/stories-of-cinema-identity.

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==March 2026==
===Lorna Luft, Las Vegas, Nevada===
'''March 14-15, 2026: Lorna Luft, The Palazzo Theatre, The Venetian, Las Vegas, Nevada.''' An actor and singer in her own right, Lorna Luft is also Judy Garland's daughter. Join her for an intimate, personal celebration of ''The Wizard of Oz'' and her mother's life and career. For more information or te purchase tickets, see https://www.venetianlasvegas.com/entertainment/lorna-luft.html.

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===An Emerald Evening in Oz, Kansas City, Missouri===
'''March 28, 2026: An Emerald Evening in Oz, The Midland Theatre, Kansas City, Missouri.''' The Kansas City Repertory Theatre's latest fundraiser has a distinctly Ozian touch this year, in celebration of the company's upcoming production of ''The Wizard of Oz''. For more information, including how to reserve a seat or a table, see https://kcrep.org/event/gala/.

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==April 2026==
===''Return to Oz'' 40th Anniversary Screening, San Francisco, California===
'''April 9, 2026: ''Return to Oz'' 40th Anniversary Screening, The Castro Theatre, San Francisco, California.''' The legendary San Francisco theater is opening again after renavations, and part of the program will be a rare theatrical screening of the 1985 Disney movie ''Return to Oz'' to celebrate it's fortieth anniversary (maybe a few months late). The special guest is director Walter Murch, who will discuss the film and answer questions afterwards. For more details, see the show's website at https://thecastro.com/events/movies-for-maniacs-260409/

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===Garmin Marathon in the Land of Oz, Olathe, Kansas===
'''April 26, 2026: Garmin Marathon in the Land of Oz, Olathe, Kansas.''' If you're going to have a 26.2-mile run in Kansas, you may as well give it an Oz theme! For more information and to register, see the race's website at http://ozrun.org/.

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==May/June 2026==
===''The Wizard of Oz'' play, Kansas City, Missouri===
'''May 5-24, 2026: ''The Wizard of Oz'' play, Kansas City Repertory Theatre, Kansas City, Missouri.''' The company presents the Royal Shakespeare Company's adaptation of the famous musical version of the story, based on the famous movie. For more details or to purchase tickets, see https://kcrep.org/event/the-wizard-of-oz/.

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===Yellow Brick Road Festival, Sedan, Kansas===
'''May 22-23, 2026: Yellow Brick Road Festival, Sedan, Kansas.''' This town in Kansas celebrates ''The Wizard of Oz'' every year. For details, see http://www.lasr.net/travel/city.php?Sedan&Kansas&Yellow+Brick+Road+Festival&City_ID=KS0604019&Event_ID=KS0604019e002&VE=Y or call 620-725-4033.

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===Oz-Stravaganza, Chittenango, New York===
'''June 5-7, 2026: Oz-Stravaganza, Chittenango, New York.''' This village in upstate New York honors its native son, L. Frank Baum, with an annual festival honoring his creation, the Land of Oz. For more information, see the event's website at http://www.oz-stravaganza.com/.

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===Judy Garland Festival, Grand Rapids, Minnesota===
'''June (exact dates to be announced), 2026: Judy Garland Festival, Judy Garland Museum and environs, Grand Rapids, Minnesota.''' Judy Garland's home town celebrates her in this annual festival, with events all over town spread out over several days. For more information, keep an eye on the event's website at https://judygarlandmuseum.com/judy-garland-museum-events/.

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==August 2026==
===Oz Festival Illinois, Mapleton, Illinois===
'''August (exact date to be announced), 2025: Oz Fest Illinois, Butler Haynes Park, Mapleton, Illinois.'''. For more information, see the event's website at https://www.hollispark.org/oz-fest, or the Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/OzFestIllinois/.

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==September 2026==
===Autumn at Oz Party, Banner Elk, North Carolina===
'''September (exact dates to be announced), 2026: Autumn at Oz Party, Beech Mountain, Banner Elk, North Carolina.''' The Wizard of Oz Park on the mountain may no longer be in regular operation, but it's still there, and Oz and park fans get together once a year for a party. Hurricane Hélène paused the event for 2025, but there's hope for a return in 2026. For more information, check out https://landofoznc.com/.

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===OzFest, Liberal, Kansas===
'''September (exact date to be announced), 2026: OzFest, Liberal, Kansas.''' The home town of the Dorothy's House attraction hosts its annual tribute to Dorothy and Oz. For more information, see [https://www.lasr.net/travel/city.php?Ozfest&TravelTo=KS1019015&VE=Y&Event_ID=KS1019015e002 the city's events page] and [http://visitliberal.com/ the city's website] (and be sure to call 1-800-LIBERAL to confirm event and dates).

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==October 2026==
===Oztoberfest, Wamego, Kansas===
'''October (exact date to be announced), 2026: Oztoberfest, Wamego, Kansas.''' The town not only has an Oz museum, they put on an annual Oz festival. Authors and other special guests will attend, and there's also admission to the museum. For more details, call the Oz museum at 1-866-458-TOTO, or see the event's website at http://oztoberfest.com/.

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==November 2026==
===TeslaCon, Middleton, Wisconsin===
'''November 12-15, 2026: TeslaCon, Marriott of Middleton, Middleton, Wisconsin.''' The country's largest steampunk convention celebrates its sixteenth edition, and this year the theme is Oz. For more information, see the convention's website at https://teslacon.com/.

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==Holiday Season 2026-27==
===''The Wizard of Oz'', holiday cablecasts===
'''''The Wizard of Oz'' holiday cablecasts, TBS and TNT.''' The stations' annual holiday season showings of the famous film version are, generally speaking, around Thanksgiving on TBS and Christmas on TNT. Check your local provider for exact times and channels on your system. Keep checking back for updates.

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===''The Wiz'' holiday telecasts===
'''''The Wiz'' holiday telecasts.''' Channels have holiday time airings of the 1978 film adaptation of ''The Wiz'', starring Diana Ross as Dorothy, Michael Jackson as the Scarecrow, Lena Horne as Glinda, and Richard Pryor as the Wiz. Keep checking back for updates.

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===''If I Only Had Christmas'' television movie, The Hallmark Channel===
'''''If I Only Had Christmas'' television movie, The Hallmark Channel.''' A Hallmark Christmas romance movie, first shown in 2020 and based (extremely loosely) on ''The Wizard of Oz''! Candace Cameron Bure stars as Darcy Gale, a publicist who teams up with Huck, a cynical business owner played by Neil Webb, to help out a charity in need. It airs many times at Christmas, and occasionally at other times throughout the year (check your local television provider for exact time and channel on your system). For more details and a sneak peek behind the scenes, take a look at [https://www.etonline.com/candace-cameron-bure-stars-in-hallmark-channels-if-i-only-had-christmas-first-look-exclusive-154864 the news report on the ''Entertainment Tonight'' website]. And [https://celebratingthesoaps.com/hallmark/hallmark-channel-news-wizard-of-oz-reimagined-candace-cameron-bure-in-if-i-only-had-christmas/ here's another report with another preview]. Finally, [https://www.hallmarkchannel.com/if-i-only-had-christmas here's the movie's page on the channel's website].

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==January 2027==
===Волшебник Изумрудного города, часть II, theaters throughout Russia===
'''January 1, 2027: ''Волшебник Изумрудного города, часть II'', theaters throughout Russia.''' The epic cinematic adaptation of Aleksandr Volkov's version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' comes to Russian theaters. Elli, Totoshka, Strasheela, the Iron Woodman, and the Cowardly Lion have reached the Emerald City. But will they meet the Wizard? What price will he ask from them to grant their wishes? Here's the teaser trailer:
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==To Be Determined==
===Wizard of Oz Days, Macon, Missouri===
'''Exact date to be announced: Wizard of Oz Days, Hannibal, Missouri.''' For complete details, see the event's Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/WizardofOzDays.

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OzWiki:Current events

2026-03-01T03:54:34Z

Ericgjovaag: /* The Wizard of Oz on Ice on tour */

Other Oz events can also be found on [https://www.ozclub.org/calendar/ the International Wizard of Oz Club's online calendar].

Please note that, since I live in the United States and most Oz events take place in the United States, I will identify most event locations by city and state only. Any events taking place in other countries will include the name of the country as well.

==Going on now==
===''Wicked'' play, around the world===
'''Now playing: ''Wicked''.''' This is the award-winning musical based on Gregory Maguire's novel ''Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West''. The book is by Winnie Holzman, the music by Stephen Schwartz, and the show is directed by Joe Mantello. It has done so well, it has spawned the following productions:

* [http://www.gershwintheatre.com/ Gershwin Theater], Broadway, New York City, New York. Tickets may be purchased online at [http://www.ticketmaster.com/venue/24579 ticketmaster.com]. For more details, go to [http://wickedthemusical.com/ wickedthemusical.com]. For a "Behind the Emerald Curtain" tour on Saturday mornings, go to https://wickedthemusical.com/behind-the-emerald-curtain#scrolldown for details.

* The Apollo Victoria Theatre, The West End, London, England, United Kingdom. For more information, including booking tickets, see http://www.wickedthemusical.co.uk/.

* ''Wicked'' is also touring the United States and Canada. For more information and updates about the tour, see https://wickedthemusical.com/tickets/#tour. Here's the current schedule (locations and dates are subject to change):
** Now through March 1, 2026: [https://rbtl.org/ West Herr Auditorium Theatre], Rochester, New York
** March 4-22, 2026: [https://www.ppacri.org/events/detail/wicked-2 Providence Performing Arts Center], Providence, Rhode Island
** March 25-April 5, 2026: [https://www.broadwayincolumbia.com/upcoming-shows/ Koger Center for the Arts], Columbia, South Carolina
** April 8-19, 2026: [https://www.celebrityattractions.com/shows/10200/WICKED/Little-Rock/2026 Robinson Center], Little Rock, Arkansas
** April 22-May 3, 2026: Juanita K. Hammons Hall, Springfield, Missouri
** May 6-June 14, 2026: [https://dallas.broadway.com/shows/wicked/ Music Hall at Fair Park], Dallas, Texas
** June 17-July 5, 2026: [https://ticketomaha.com/Productions/wicked Orpheum Theater], Omaha, Nebraska
** July 8-August 9, 2026: [https://hennepinarts.org/events/wicked Orpheum Theatre], Minneapolis, Minnesota
** August 12-30, 2026: [https://kansascity.broadway.com/shows/wicked/ Music Hall], Kansas City, Missouri
** September 2-20, 2026: [https://www.desmoinesperformingarts.org/whats-on/events/2025-26/broadway/wicked Des Moines Civic Center], Des Moines, Iowa

* The Korean production is now on tour. The show's website is at https://www.wickedthemusical.co.kr/Home/Index. Here are the current dates:
** Now through March 1, 2026: Keimyung Arts Center, Daegu

* A non-reproduction staging is now running at the Teatr Muzyczny ROMA in Warsaw, Poland. For more information, see https://www.teatrroma.pl/spektakl/wicked/.

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===''The Wiz'' play, national tour===
'''''The Wiz'' play, national tour.''' After its Broadway run, this new staging of the Tony-winning musical adaptation of ''The Wizard of Oz'' heads out on a North American tour. The following dates have been announced:

* March 3-15, 2026: [https://cincinnati.broadway.com/shows/the-wiz/ Aronhoff Center], Cincinnati, Ohio
* April 21-26, 2026: [https://www.altriatheater.com/events/detail/the-wiz-2025 Altria Center], Richmond, Virginia
* May 5-10, 2026: [https://www.celebrityattractions.com/shows/10194/THE-WIZ/Tulsa/2026 Tulsa Performing Arts Center], Tulsa, Oklahoma
* May 12-17, 2026: [https://austin.broadway.com/shows/the-wiz/ Bass Concert Hall], Austin, Texas
* May 19-24, 2026: [https://www.okcbroadway.com/wiz Civic Center Music Hall], Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
* May 26-31, 2026: [https://americantheatreguild.com/toledo/shows/the-wiz/ Stranahan Theater], Toledo, Ohio

More dates and cities will be coming. For more information, see the show's website at https://wizmusical.com/.

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===''The Wizard of Oz on Ice'' on tour===
'''Now on Tour: ''The Wizard of Oz on Ice''.''' The new, reimagined version of the 1990s ice show returns for another season. The company has announced the following tour dates:
* March 5, 2026: [https://www.artsblooming.org/home-bcpa Bloomington Center for the Arts], Bloomington, Illinois
* March 6, 2026: [https://leachtheatre.mst.edu/events/2025/wiz-oz-on-ice/ Leach Theatre], Rolla, Missouri
* March 7, 2026: [https://www.hutchinsonfox.com/events/the-wizard-of-oz-on-ice Hutchinson's Historic Fox Theatre], Hutchinson, Kansas
* March 8, 2026: [https://www.topekaperformingarts.org/events/2026/the-wizard-of-oz-on-ice Topeka Performing Arts Center], Topeka, Kansas
* March 11, 2026: [https://mizzouarts.missouri.edu/university-concert-series-returns-for-118th-season/ Jesse Auditorium, University of Missouri], Columbia, Missouri
* March 14, 2026: [https://www.skokospac.org/ Shokos Performing Arts Center], Alma, Arkansas
* March 15, 2026: [https://www.coppellartscenter.org/events/detail/2026-wizard-of-oz-on-ice Coppell Arts Center], Coppell, Texas
* March 19, 2026: [https://coffeecountyartsalliance.org/product/wizard/ Enterprise High School Performing Arts Center], Enterprise, Alabama
* March 20, 2026: [https://fordcenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Ford Center for the Performing Arts], Oxford, Mississippi
* March 21, 2026: [https://tickets.thegrand.com/Online/mapSelect.asp?doWork::WSmap::loadMap=Load&createBO::WSmap=1&BOparam::WSmap::loadMap::performance_ids=BF23CAB4-BB58-48F2-B25A-98FC0873E482 The Grand 1894 Opera House], Galveston, Texas
* March 22, 2026: [https://ci.ovationtix.com/35987/production/1241069?performanceId=11647305 Temple Theater], Lufkin, Texas
* March 27, 2026: [https://www.moonlightstage.com/shows-tickets Moonlight Amphitheatre], Vista, California
* March 28, 2026: [https://www.ycpac.com/Online/default.asp?BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Avenue_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Acity_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Amonth_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Aobject_type_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Acategory_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_from=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_to=&doWork%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3Asearch=1&BOparam%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3Asearch%3A%3Aarticle_search_id=EE8716B4-0827-4B0D-9ACB-038A148DF966&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_criteria=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_from=2026-3-28&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_to=2026-3-28 Jim and Linda Lee Performing Arts Center], Prescott, Arizona
* March 29, 2026: [https://tickets.haughpac.com/wizard Haugh Performing Arts Center], Glendora, California
* March 30, 2026: [https://higleycenter.org/ Higley Center for the Performing Arts], Gilbert, Arizona
* April 10, 2026: [https://www.sunsetcenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Sunset Cultural Center], Carmel-by-the-Sea, California
* April 11, 2026: [https://www.lpac.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Lancaster Performing Arts Center], Lancaster, California
* April 12, 2026: [https://livermorearts.org/ Livermore Valley Performing Arts Center], Livermore, California
* April 15, 2026: [https://craterian.org/event/the-wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Craterian Theater], Medford, Oregon
* April 16, 2026: [https://columbiatheatre.com/new-events/wizard-of-oz-on-ice Columbia Theatre], Longview, Washington
* April 17, 2026: [https://www.washingtoncenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice-4-17-2026/ Washington Center for the Performing Arts], Olympia, Washington
* April 19, 2026: [https://buttearts.org/ Mother Lode Theatre], Butte, Montana
* April 30, 2026: [https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/41568594/wizard-of-oz-on-ice-pembroke-givens-performing-arts-center?_gl=1*17vkium*_ga*MTg1OTc1NzAyOS4xNzU3MTE1MzQz*_ga_LQFXLBGNDL*czE3NTcxMTUzNDMkbzEkZzEkdDE3NTcxMTUzNzMkajMwJGwwJGgw Givens Performing Arts Center], Pembroke, North Carolina

For more information about the show, see the website at https://wizardofozonice.com/.

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===''Ozmafia'' anime series, on the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Ozmafia'' anime series, crunchyroll.com.''' In this Japanese anime series (based on the video game of the same name), Scarlet is a new transfer student at Oz Academy. He doesn't get off to a good start, but the teachers seem nice enough. But what strange secrets are hiding at Oz Academy, and why are they at war with the other academies? Episodes (in Japanese, with English subtitles) are available to view online at http://www.crunchyroll.com/ozmafia for free.

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===''The Wizard of Oz'' and ''The Wiz'', throughout the United Kingdom===
'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz'', throughout the United Kingdom.''' Oz is a popular show to perform in the United Kingdom, and there always seems to be a show going on somewhere. For a complete listing of all upcoming productions of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in the United Kingdom, see the listings at [http://www.list.co.uk/events/theatre/what:The%20Wizard%20of%20Oz/sort:date/show:100/ ''The List''], naturally. They also have listings for performances of [http://www.list.co.uk/events/theatre/what:The%20Wiz/sort:date/show:100/ ''The Wiz''].

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===''Emerald City'' television series, NBC.com===
'''''Emerald City'' television series, NBC.com''' The latest Oz TV project has gone through its broadcast run on NBC. But the show's website is still up at http://www.nbc.com/emerald-city. You can still watch episodes online at http://www.nbc.com/emerald-city/episodes, and the show is also streaming on Peacock.

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===''Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz'', Internet Streaming and Cablecast===
'''Now playing: ''Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz'' cartoon series, Internet Streaming.''' This is the latest Oz cartoon series, based (very loosely) on the famous 1939 film version. Dorothy is now a princess of Oz and living in the Emerald City with Queen Ozma. But she's still having adventures! For more information, see the show's website at https://watch.boomerang.com/shows/dorothy-franchise/series/dorothy-series/volume-1. Or, if you have the Boomerang or Cartoon Network cable channels, episodes are now being shown in territories around the world, outside the United States, also have the show, so check your local version of the Cartoon Network, Boomerang, or Max channels or websites.

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===''Lost in Oz'' series, Internet streaming===
'''Now playing: ''Lost in Oz'', Amazon Video streaming.''' This animated series from Amazon tells the story of Dorothy, a modern-day girl, and her dog Toto, who are whisked to Oz when Dorothy opens one of her mother's old journals. To get home, she must find the elements of magic and help restore magic to Oz. Fortunately she has made friends with Ojo the Munchkin and West, a trainee witch, to help her out. To get started, see Amazon's ''Lost in Oz'' website at https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00Z89MYTI! And in November of 2022, [https://www.youtube.com/embed/h4fc1XvdBrk this short was dropped] with news of what's to come.

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===''Dee & Friends in Oz'', Netflix worldwide===
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'''Now playing: ''Dee & Friends in Oz'', Netflix worldwide.''' The streaming service has announced their new shows for 2024, including ''Dee & Friends in Oz'', an animated musical series aimed at preschoolers. Dee is a young girl who discovers a key to the magical land of Oz, where she makes friends and has has adventures where she saves the day. Want a sneak peek? [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oPAZCfmc0mQ&ab_channel=NetflixJr. Here's the first episode!]

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===''Chronicles of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now streaming: The ''Chronicles of Oz'' podcast.''' This audio adaptation of the first three Oz books, each in six episodes, presents ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', ''The Marvellous Land of Oz'', and ''Ozma of Oz'', plus a special episode adapting ''The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus''. Produced by Crossover Adventure Productions out of Australia. All episodes, along with trailers and other materials, can be downloaded at http://chroniclesofoz.com/.

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===''The Royal Podcast of Oz'', the Internet===
'''Now streaming: ''The Royal Podcast of Oz'', podbean.com and other podcasting sites.''' Now running for over a decade, this podcast is devoted to all things Oz, with interviews, reviews, news, and other items of interest to Oz fans of all types. You can listen to or download all editions at https://anchor.fm/the-royal-podcast-of-oz/, or look for it on your favorite podcast site.

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===''Wait Wait…Don't Tell Me'', National Public Radio===
'''Now streaming: ''Wait Wait…Don't Tell Me'' edition of May 11, 2019, npr.org.''' The popular current events quiz show recorded this episode in St. Louis, and got one of the city's most celebrated residents to play "Not My Job". Former Cardinals shortstop and Hall of Fame inductee Ozzie Smith was nicknamed "The Wizard of Oz" in his playing days, so naturally, he gets to answer questions about ''The Wizard of Oz''! You can listen to the entire episode [https://www.npr.org/programs/wait-wait-dont-tell-me/722132214/wait-wait-for-may-11-2019-with-not-my-job-guest-ozzie-smith?showDate=2019-05-11 here], or just Smith's segment [https://www.npr.org/2019/05/11/721853591/not-my-job-we-quiz-baseball-great-ozzie-smith-on-the-wizard-of-oz here].

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===''Hit the Bricks!'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Hit the Bricks!'' podcast, the Internet.''' One hundred years after the events of ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', the Gale farm is abandoned, and a new generation is off to have adventures in Oz. The first act has now dropped, with further episodes to come. For more information, see the show's website at https://hitthebricks.com/, and its Twitter feed at https://twitter.com/HitTheBricksPod/.

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===''The Smallwood Sessions'' podcast, "The Podcast of Oz", the Internet===
'''Now playing: "The Podcast of Oz" episode of ''The Smallwood Sessions'' podcast.''' To celebrate what would have been the 2020 edition of Chittenango's Oz-Stravaganza, this podcast about upstate New York celebrates Oz and creator L. Frank Baum's connections to the area. To listen, go to https://anchor.fm/josh-taylor87/episodes/Episode-22-The-Podcast-of-Oz-ef05f4.

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===''Down the Yellow Brick Pod'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Down the Yellow Brick Pod'' podcast.''' This podcast takes a deep dive into the Oz books, one chapter at a time, and looks at all that they encompass. Available on many podcast sources, including Google Podcasts, and through [https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS8xMTcyMTM4LnJzcw?hl=en this link].

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===''The Wonderful Recap of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''The Wonderful Recap of Oz'' podcast.''' This podcast recaps the Oz books, one per episode. Available Available on many podcast sources, including Google Podcasts, and through [https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy80ZjgyMWIyYy9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw== this link].

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===''No Place Like Home'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''No Place Like Home'' podcast.''' This podcast looks at the Ruby Slippers, how they were stolen in 2005 and found again in 2018, and all the background behind them, the production of The Movie, the life of Judy Garland, and more. Available on most podcasting sites. For more information, the show's website is at https://shows.cadence13.com/podcast/noplacelikehome.

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===''The Lost Princess of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''The Lost Princess of Oz'' podcast.''' A new, original Oz story for kids (of all ages), told in six parts, with songs, and presented by the Delaware Children's Theatre. Although based on Baum's writings, this is not the same story as his novel ''The Lost Princess of Oz''. For more information, or to subscribe, see the show's website at https://www.thelostprincessofozpodcast.com/.

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===''The Wizard of Oz: A Homegrown American Fairy Tale'' radio broadcast, BBC World Service===
'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz: A Homegrown American Fairy Tale'' radio documentary, BBC World Service and online streaming.''' This program looks at the origins and mythology of ''The Wizard of Oz'' and how it came about. It is currently available to listen or download online, anywhere in the world. Check the program's website at https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/w3ct1rl9 to listen to it online, or to download it.

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===To Oz? To Oz! online convention, the Internet===
'''To Oz? To Oz! online convention.''' With so many Oz events having to be cancelled this year because of the COVID-19 pandemic, a bunch of them got together to present some of their events to a worldwide, online audience for free. The live portions of the convention have now ended, but if you go to https://ozis.us/, you can see many prerecorded talks and events.

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===The OzConnection, YouTube===
'''The OzConnection, YouTube.''' OzCon International, the world's longest running ''Wizard of Oz'' convention, now has a YouTube channel at "The OzConnection", which features highlights of earlier cons and new material. The link is at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQU5pEFZZ6n_vXvRalgclSg.

The OzConnection has recently started two shows specifically for their channel. The first is a talk show called "OZ:Connect", which you can find in a playlist at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r-NAe0FKDXk&list=PLVNfENfXbx111GmnLLJFklUVGxPl1zUC-. The other new show is "Crypto-Oz-ology", short stories about all kinds of unusual happenings in Oz, which is in a playlist at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sCoSH97u4ts&list=PLVNfENfXbx11g0DhXikoqyP0dslwHeC1h.

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===Oz Talk, YouTube===
'''''Oz Talk'' panel talk show, YouTube.''' Join five Oz friends as they discuss any and all Oz subjects under the sun. New episodes will drop every two weeks on [https://www.youtube.com/c/TheOfficialOzClub/videos the Official Oz Club's YouTube Channel]. You can find the playlist for ''Oz Talk'' at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VNINbbefPS4&list=PL3OVMLWgINCRfgeWZR8GPJOp11rR73Ssc.

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===''Fifty Years of Oziana'' Readings, Youtube===
'''''Fifty Years of Oziana'' short story readings, YouTube.''' To celebrate fifty years of ''Oziana'', the International Wizard of Oz Club's annual literary magazine, Club members read stories from the last five decades. Many authors have even revisited their own stories. You can see the playlist of all stories [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hm6WXDLg9U8&list=PL3OVMLWgINCQ2a_CDuBggCt7kCYVaS4yD right here].

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===''Rainbow'' movie, Netflix===
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'''Now playing: ''Rainbow'', on Netflix worldwide.''' The first streaming service premieres this new movie, from director Paco León, that uses themes and imagery from ''The Wizard of Oz'' to explore the coming of age of Dora, a young Spanish woman who finds that everything she thought she knew about her life may be wrong. Available in an English dub, or with English subtitles.

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===The Wizard of Oz Experience, Around the World===
'''The Wizard of Oz Experience.''' The interactive outdoors event will be making making another set of appearances around the United States, Canada, and Australia in the spring of 2024. Take a look at https://questoapp.com/ for when it's coming to your town.

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===The Wicked Wizard Afternoon Tea, London, England, United Kingdom===
'''The Wicked Wizard Afternoon Tea, The Franklin Hotel, London, England, United Kingdom.''' Enjoy an Oz-themed tea, inspired by ''The Wizard of Oz'' and ''Wicked'', in the heart of London's Knightsbridge district. Tea is served from noon to 6:00, costs £49 (spirits are extra), and reservations must be made at least twenty-four hours in advance. For more information, including the menu, see [https://collezione.starhotels.com/en/our-hotels/the-franklin-london/restaurants-and-bars/wicked-wizard-at-the-franklin.html?_gl=1*1cfuckg*_up*MQ..*_gs*MQ..*_ga*MzU1MjIzMDI0LjE3NDE1NzY0NjA.*_ga_444Y1N2CEK*MTc0MTU3NjQ1OC4xLjEuMTc0MTU3NjU3NS4wLjAuMTkzNzQwNjk0Nw..*_ga_YXSDGTQ8NB*MTc0MTU3NjQ1OC4xLjEuMTc0MTU3NjU3NS4wLjAuNDIxNjUwMTc1&gclid=Cj0KCQiAlbW-BhCMARIsADnwasphX4BQH4lMNEKBognzeTmjcu96bA-ZlcDfhhU2ouaxc5CgyV41YLMaAjUfEALw_wcB the Franklin's website].

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===''Ruby Red Handed: Stealing America’s Most Famous Pair of Shoes'', Hulu===
'''Now playing: ''Ruby Red Handed: Stealing America’s Most Famous Pair of Shoes'', Hulu Streaming Service.''' This ABC News documentary delves into the 2005 theft of a pair of Ruby Slippers in Minnesota and the subsequent investigation and recovery. Keep an eye out here for more information and links.

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===''The Wizard of Oz'', Las Vegas, Nevada===
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'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz'' at the Sphere, Las Vegas, Nevada.''' See the famous 1939 film version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in a whole new way. This is an immersive reimagining in 16K on a huge screen surrounding the audience. For more information and to buy tickets, go to https://www.thesphere.com/shows/wizard-of-oz-experience.

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===Candlelight: ''The Wizard of Oz'' concerts, around the world===
'''Candlelight: ''The Wizard of OZ'' concerts, around the world.''' In conjunction with Warner Bros., Candlelight is presenting songs from the famous movie version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in venues around the world amidst a sea of flickering candles. For more information, or to locate a concert, see the website at https://candlelightexperience.com/wizard-of-oz-concerts/.

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===The Land of Oz: Beyond the Page Museum Exhibit, Chicago, Illinois===
'''Now through March 15, 2026: The Land of Oz: Beyond the Page Museum Exhibit, Driehaus Museum, Chicago, Illinois.''' This exhibit focuses on design elements of the famous 1939 film adaptation of ''The Wizard of Oz''. Items on display include replicas of the Ruby Slippers and the Cowardly Lion's "Courage" medal, an early draft script, and a prototype for the Flying Monkey's costumes. For more information, see the museum's website at https://driehausmuseum.org/exhibitions.

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===Bloomland in Oz, Burlington, Ontario, Canada===
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'''Now through April 6, 2026: Bloomland in Oz, Royal Botanical Gardens Canada, Burlington, Ontario, Canada.''' The Gardens' 2026 showcase features floral displays and artistic creations, all inspired by the novel ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz''. For more information or to purchase tickets, see the website at https://www.rbg.ca/things-to-do/by-season/special-events/winter-exhibit/. And here's a behind-the-scenes look:
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===Stories of Cinema: Identity exhibit, Los Angeles, California===
'''Now through January 10, 2027: Stories of Cinema: Identity exhibit, Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, Los Angeles, California.''' The Academy Museum has brought its pair of Ruby Slippers back for the public to view. This exhibit also includes costumes and design studies from such movies as ''Flower Drum Song'', ''Dreamgirls'', ''Moulin Rouge!'', ''Amadeus'', ''Ma Raimey's Black Bottom'', ''Barbie'', and ''Wicked''. For more information, see the museum's website at https://www.academymuseum.org/en/exhibitions/stories-of-cinema-identity.

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==March 2026==
===Lorna Luft, Las Vegas, Nevada===
'''March 14-15, 2026: Lorna Luft, The Palazzo Theatre, The Venetian, Las Vegas, Nevada.''' An actor and singer in her own right, Lorna Luft is also Judy Garland's daughter. Join her for an intimate, personal celebration of ''The Wizard of Oz'' and her mother's life and career. For more information or te purchase tickets, see https://www.venetianlasvegas.com/entertainment/lorna-luft.html.

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===An Emerald Evening in Oz, Kansas City, Missouri===
'''March 28, 2026: An Emerald Evening in Oz, The Midland Theatre, Kansas City, Missouri.''' The Kansas City Repertory Theatre's latest fundraiser has a distinctly Ozian touch this year, in celebration of the company's upcoming production of ''The Wizard of Oz''. For more information, including how to reserve a seat or a table, see https://kcrep.org/event/gala/.

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==April 2026==
===''Return to Oz'' 40th Anniversary Screening, San Francisco, California===
'''April 9, 2026: ''Return to Oz'' 40th Anniversary Screening, The Castro Theatre, San Francisco, California.''' The legendary San Francisco theater is opening again after renavations, and part of the program will be a rare theatrical screening of the 1985 Disney movie ''Return to Oz'' to celebrate it's fortieth anniversary (maybe a few months late). The special guest is director Walter Murch, who will discuss the film and answer questions afterwards. For more details, see the show's website at https://thecastro.com/events/movies-for-maniacs-260409/

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===Garmin Marathon in the Land of Oz, Olathe, Kansas===
'''April 26, 2026: Garmin Marathon in the Land of Oz, Olathe, Kansas.''' If you're going to have a 26.2-mile run in Kansas, you may as well give it an Oz theme! For more information and to register, see the race's website at http://ozrun.org/.

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==May/June 2026==
===''The Wizard of Oz'' play, Kansas City, Missouri===
'''May 5-24, 2026: ''The Wizard of Oz'' play, Kansas City Repertory Theatre, Kansas City, Missouri.''' The company presents the Royal Shakespeare Company's adaptation of the famous musical version of the story, based on the famous movie. For more details or to purchase tickets, see https://kcrep.org/event/the-wizard-of-oz/.

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===Yellow Brick Road Festival, Sedan, Kansas===
'''May 22-23, 2026: Yellow Brick Road Festival, Sedan, Kansas.''' This town in Kansas celebrates ''The Wizard of Oz'' every year. For details, see http://www.lasr.net/travel/city.php?Sedan&Kansas&Yellow+Brick+Road+Festival&City_ID=KS0604019&Event_ID=KS0604019e002&VE=Y or call 620-725-4033.

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===Oz-Stravaganza, Chittenango, New York===
'''June 5-7, 2026: Oz-Stravaganza, Chittenango, New York.''' This village in upstate New York honors its native son, L. Frank Baum, with an annual festival honoring his creation, the Land of Oz. For more information, see the event's website at http://www.oz-stravaganza.com/.

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===Judy Garland Festival, Grand Rapids, Minnesota===
'''June (exact dates to be announced), 2026: Judy Garland Festival, Judy Garland Museum and environs, Grand Rapids, Minnesota.''' Judy Garland's home town celebrates her in this annual festival, with events all over town spread out over several days. For more information, keep an eye on the event's website at https://judygarlandmuseum.com/judy-garland-museum-events/.

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==August 2026==
===Oz Festival Illinois, Mapleton, Illinois===
'''August (exact date to be announced), 2025: Oz Fest Illinois, Butler Haynes Park, Mapleton, Illinois.'''. For more information, see the event's website at https://www.hollispark.org/oz-fest, or the Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/OzFestIllinois/.

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==September 2026==
===Autumn at Oz Party, Banner Elk, North Carolina===
'''September (exact dates to be announced), 2026: Autumn at Oz Party, Beech Mountain, Banner Elk, North Carolina.''' The Wizard of Oz Park on the mountain may no longer be in regular operation, but it's still there, and Oz and park fans get together once a year for a party. Hurricane Hélène paused the event for 2025, but there's hope for a return in 2026. For more information, check out https://landofoznc.com/.

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===OzFest, Liberal, Kansas===
'''September (exact date to be announced), 2026: OzFest, Liberal, Kansas.''' The home town of the Dorothy's House attraction hosts its annual tribute to Dorothy and Oz. For more information, see [https://www.lasr.net/travel/city.php?Ozfest&TravelTo=KS1019015&VE=Y&Event_ID=KS1019015e002 the city's events page] and [http://visitliberal.com/ the city's website] (and be sure to call 1-800-LIBERAL to confirm event and dates).

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==October 2026==
===Oztoberfest, Wamego, Kansas===
'''October (exact date to be announced), 2026: Oztoberfest, Wamego, Kansas.''' The town not only has an Oz museum, they put on an annual Oz festival. Authors and other special guests will attend, and there's also admission to the museum. For more details, call the Oz museum at 1-866-458-TOTO, or see the event's website at http://oztoberfest.com/.

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==November 2026==
===TeslaCon, Middleton, Wisconsin===
'''November 12-15, 2026: TeslaCon, Marriott of Middleton, Middleton, Wisconsin.''' The country's largest steampunk convention celebrates its sixteenth edition, and this year the theme is Oz. For more information, see the convention's website at https://teslacon.com/.

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==Holiday Season 2026-27==
===''The Wizard of Oz'', holiday cablecasts===
'''''The Wizard of Oz'' holiday cablecasts, TBS and TNT.''' The stations' annual holiday season showings of the famous film version are, generally speaking, around Thanksgiving on TBS and Christmas on TNT. Check your local provider for exact times and channels on your system. Keep checking back for updates.

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===''The Wiz'' holiday telecasts===
'''''The Wiz'' holiday telecasts.''' Channels have holiday time airings of the 1978 film adaptation of ''The Wiz'', starring Diana Ross as Dorothy, Michael Jackson as the Scarecrow, Lena Horne as Glinda, and Richard Pryor as the Wiz. Keep checking back for updates.

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===''If I Only Had Christmas'' television movie, The Hallmark Channel===
'''''If I Only Had Christmas'' television movie, The Hallmark Channel.''' A Hallmark Christmas romance movie, first shown in 2020 and based (extremely loosely) on ''The Wizard of Oz''! Candace Cameron Bure stars as Darcy Gale, a publicist who teams up with Huck, a cynical business owner played by Neil Webb, to help out a charity in need. It airs many times at Christmas, and occasionally at other times throughout the year (check your local television provider for exact time and channel on your system). For more details and a sneak peek behind the scenes, take a look at [https://www.etonline.com/candace-cameron-bure-stars-in-hallmark-channels-if-i-only-had-christmas-first-look-exclusive-154864 the news report on the ''Entertainment Tonight'' website]. And [https://celebratingthesoaps.com/hallmark/hallmark-channel-news-wizard-of-oz-reimagined-candace-cameron-bure-in-if-i-only-had-christmas/ here's another report with another preview]. Finally, [https://www.hallmarkchannel.com/if-i-only-had-christmas here's the movie's page on the channel's website].

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==January 2027==
===Волшебник Изумрудного города, часть II, theaters throughout Russia===
'''January 1, 2027: ''Волшебник Изумрудного города, часть II'', theaters throughout Russia.''' The epic cinematic adaptation of Aleksandr Volkov's version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' comes to Russian theaters. Elli, Totoshka, Strasheela, the Iron Woodman, and the Cowardly Lion have reached the Emerald City. But will they meet the Wizard? What price will he ask from them to grant their wishes? Here's the teaser trailer:
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==To Be Determined==
===Wizard of Oz Days, Macon, Missouri===
'''Exact date to be announced: Wizard of Oz Days, Hannibal, Missouri.''' For complete details, see the event's Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/WizardofOzDays.

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==February 2, 2026: ''The Baum Bugle'' Winter 2025 Issue and ''Oziana'' 2025==
[[file:Bbwinter25.jpg|300 px|left]]The year's final issue of ''The Baum Bugle'' is back from the printers and off to members of the International Wizard of Oz Club. Look for more on this issue in the coming days. <br clear=all>

[[file:Oziana_2025.jpg|400 px|right]]Also available now is the 2025 issue of ''Oziana'', the Club's annual literary anthology. It is available for sale to anyone, even if they're not a member of the Club, through [https://www.lulu.com/shop/jl-bell-and-scott-b-blanke-and-nathan-m-dehoff-and-catherine-lombardi/oziana-2025/paperback/product-v8m6mke.html?page=1&pageSize=4 Lulu.com]. Look for more on this issue in the coming days as well. <br clear=all>

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==November 13, 2025: ''The Baum Bugle'' Autumn 2025 Issue==
[[file:Bbautumn25.jpg|right]] The latest issue of ''The Baum Bugle'', the journal of the International Wizard of oz Club, is making its way to members now. This issue celebrates forty years of ''Return to Oz'', and includes a comprehensive checklist of collectibles from the 1985 Disney movie.

In this issue:

* The wraparound front cover reproduces the art, by Josh Kirby, for a 1985 British ''Return to Oz'' jigsaw puzzle.
* The inside front cover has photos, taken by Tricia Trozzi, of the New York premiere of ''Return to Oz'' in June of 1985.
* In "Letters", Oz Club President and ''Bugle'' editor Sarah K. Crotzer discuss their encounters and memories of ''Return to Oz''.
* In "The ''Bugle'' Bulletin:
** The only known manuscript of "Over the Rainbow" is now in the Library of Congress.
** Documentarian Jeffrey McHale is taking his latest movie, ''It's Dorothy!'' around the film festival circuit.
** "Beyond the Shifting Sands" remembers recently passed Oz luminaries:
*** Robert A. Baum, Jr., the great-grandson of L. Frank Baum and a noted Oz scholar and historian in his own right.
*** Dr. Richard R. Rutter, a major collector and Winkie Convention attendee, who was especially known for his extravagant Oz costumes.
*** Drew Struzan, the celebrated movie poster artist whose works included ''Return to Oz''.
* Sarah K. Crotzer looks back at the life and career of the actress known in Oz circles as Princess Mombi from ''Return to Oz'' in "So…! The Many Heads of Jean Marsh".
* Tricia Trozzi looks back at what she was doing on June 21, 1985—attending the gala premiere of ''Return to Oz'' at Radio City Music Hall—in "Movie Memories".
* Original ''Return to Oz'' reviews are collected in "What the Papers Said: 1985 Edition, A Collection of Contemporaneous Media Opinions of ''Return to Oz''".
* Robert B. Luehrs contemplates one of L. Frank Baum's earlier characters in "The Pundit of Oz: Some Random Thoughts Concerning the Woggle-Bug".
* Sarah K. Crotzer updates previous ''Bugle'' checklists with "The Ultimate ''Return to Oz'' Merchandise Checklist", a full-color insert.
* Carl Rexroad continues on from an article in a previous issue with "The Editorial Cartoons of Oz, Part 2: Modern Times with ''The Wizard of Oz''".
* Jane Albright peeks behind the curtain of the latest iteration of ''The Wizard of Oz on Ice'' in "Melt the Witch, Not the Ice".
* Noted in "The Bugle Review":
** [https://cloverpress.us/collections/prose-books/products/oz-collection-kabumpo-in-oz ''Kabumpo in Oz'' by Ruth Plumly Thompson, newly illustrated by Sara Richard] and reviewed by Atticus Gannaway.
** [https://scriveningspress.com/book/a-hundred-magical-reasons/ ''A Hundred Magical Reasons'' by Laura DeNooyer], reviewed by J. L. Bell.
** [https://insighteditions.com/products/wicked-grimmerie-collectible-hardcover-journal ''Wicked: The Grimmerie Collectible Hardcover Journal''], reviewed by Atticus Gannaway.
** Three games in which Oz characters appear: [https://www.amazon.com/Lookout-Games-LK0101-Gingerbread-House/dp/B07JH62HXN ''Gingerbread House''], [https://horribleguild.com/eu/product/similo-fables/ ''Similo: Fables''], and [https://gamefound.com/en/projects/gabe-barrett/storybook-saga-solo-game-of-the-month ''Storybook Saga''], all reviewed by Sarah K. Crotzer.
* The inside back cover reprints a 1985 Japanese ad for ''Return to Oz'' merchandise from Nakajima Toys.

Also included with this issue is the card game Don't Wear Mombi's Head, a set of cards to color, cut out, and play with.

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==''Wicked'' and ''Wicked: For Good'' Accolades and Awards==
With high profile movie releases, naturally ''Wicked'' and ''Wicked: For Good'' will receive acclaim during the film award seasons. Here, then, we will keep track of awards presented to the ''Wicked'' movies and their cast and crew, plus nominations for awards to be given later. Keep an eye on this list or the Wikipedia pages for [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_accolades_received_by_Wicked_(2024_film) ''Wicked''] and [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wicked%3A_For_Good#Accolades ''Wicked: For Good''] as more news comes in.

The awards are presented here in the chronological order they were presented:
* September 27, 2024: International Cinematographers "Manaki Brothers" Film Festival, SUMOLIGHT Creative Energy Award: Alice Brooks (Cinematographer) and Dave Smith (Gaffer)
* November 18, 2024: Heartland Film Festival, Truly Moving Picture Award: ''Wicked''
* November 23, 2024: The International Film Festival of the Art of Cinematography Camerimage, Production Designer Award: Nathan Crowley
* December 4, 2024: National Board of Review
** Best Film: ''Wicked''
** Best Director: Jon M. Chu
** Spotlight Award: the creative collaboration of Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande
* December 5, 2024: American Film Institute Awards, Top 10 Films of the Year: ''Wicked'' (alongside nine other movies)
* December 8, 2024: Washington DC Area Film Critics Film Critics Association
** Best Feature: ''Wicked''
** Best Production Design: Nathan Crowley and Lee Sandales
* December 8, 2024: Astra Film and Creative Arts Awards
** Best Picture: ''Wicked''
** Best Actress: Cynthia Erivo
** Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande (tied with Zoe Saldaña for ''Emilia Pérez'')
** Best Director: Jon M. Chu
** Best Casting: Tiffany Little Canfield and Bernard Telsey
** Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
** Best Marketing Campaign: ''Wicked''
** Best Production Design: Nathan Crowley and Lee Sandales
* December 9, 2024: Celebration of Black Cinema and Television, Actress Award—Film: Cynthia Erivo
* December 9, 2024: Michigan Movie Critics Guild, Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande
* December 9, 2024: Atlanta Film Critics Circle, Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande
* December 9, 2024: San Diego Film Critics Society
** Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande
** Best Production Design: Nathan Crowley and Lee Sandales
** Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
* December 13, 2024: African-American Film Critics Association, Innovator Award: Paul Tazewell
* December 13, 2024: Las Vegas Film Critics Society
** Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
** Best Family Film: ''Wicked''
* December 15, 2024: St. Louis Film Critics Association, Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
* December 16, 2024: Phoenix Film Critics Society
** Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande
** Best Costume Design: ''Wicked''
* December 16, 2024: Seattle Film Critics Society, Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
* December 16, 2024: Iowa Film Critics Association, Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande (tied with Isabella Rossellini in ''Conclave'')
* December 16, 2024: Southeastern Film Critics Association, Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande
* December 21, 2024: Nevada Film Critics Society
** Best Actress: Cynthia Erivo
** Best Visual Effects: Pablo Helman
* December 28, 2024: Digital Spy Readers Awards, Most Anticipated Movie of 2025: ''Wicked: For Good''
* December 30, 2024: TiBS Editors Choice Awards:
** Best Actress: Cynthia Erivo
** Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande
** Best Director: Jon M. Chu
** Best Ensemble: ''Wicked''
* January 2, 2025: Capri Hollywood-International Film Festival Award, Best Sound: ''Wicked''
* January 2, 2025: Critics Association of Central Florida
** Best Cast: ''Wicked''
** Best Production Design: ''Wicked''
** Best Sound Design: ''Wicked''
* January 3, 2025: Palm Springs International Film Festival
** Creative Impact in Acting Award: Cynthia Erivo
** Rising Star Award: Ariana Grande
* January 3, 2025: Oklahoma Film Critics Circle, Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande
* January 4, 2025: DiscussingFilm Global Critic Award, Best Production Design: ''Wicked''
* January 5, 2025: Golden Globe Awards, Cinematic and Box Office Achievement: ''Wicked''
* January 10, 2025: Music City Film Critics Association, Best Music Film: ''Wicked''
* January 10, 2025: Minnesota Film Critics Association, Best Costume Design: ''Wicked''
* January 12, 2025: Puerto Rico Critics Association
** Best Comedy/Musical: ''Wicked''
** Best Production Design: ''Wicked''
** Best Costume Design: ''Wicked''
* January 13, 2025: North Dakota Film Society, Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
* January 13, 2025: Hawaii Film Critics Society
** Best Art Direction: ''Wicked''
** Best Costume Design: ''Wicked''
** Best Visual Effects: ''Wicked''
* January 14, 2025: Portland Critics Association, Best Supporting Performance (Female): Ariana Grande
* January 16, 2025: North American Film Critics Association, Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande
* January 24, 2025: Denver Film Critics Society, Best Supporting Performance by an Actor, Female: Ariana Grande
* January 26, 2025: Satellite Awards
** Best Supporting Actress—Motion Picture: Ariana Grande
** Best Production Design: ''Wicked''
** Best Costume Design: ''Wicked''
** Best Sound: ''Wicked''
** Make-Up Award: ''Wicked''
* January 27, 2025: Online Film Critics Society, Technical Achievement Award — Choreography: ''Wicked''
* February 6, 2025: Costume Designers Guild Awards, Excellence in Sci-Fi/Fantasy Film: Paul Tazewell
* February 7, 2025: Set Decorators Society of America, Best Achievement in Décor/Design of a Comedy or Musical Feature Film: Lee Sandales and Nathan Crowley
* February 7, 2025: Critics' Choice Movie Awards
** Best Director: Jon M. Chu
** Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
** Best Production Design: Nathan Crowley and Lee Sandales
* February 7, 2025: AACTA Awards, Audience Choice Award for Favourite Film: ''Wicked''
* February 9, 2025: Santa Barbara International Film Festival, Virtuoso Award: Ariana Grande
* February 9, 2025: AARP Movies for Grownups Awards, Best Screenwriter: Winnie Holzman
* February 12, 2025: Artios Awards, Outstanding Achievement in Casting – Big Budget Feature (Comedy): Bernard Telsey, Tiffany Little Canfield, Ryan Bernard Tymensky, Tamsyn Manson
* February 13, 2025: Dorian Awards
** Supporting Film Performance of the Year: Ariana Grande
** "We're Wilde About You" Rising Star Award: Jonathan Bailey
** Galeca LGBTQIA+ Film Trailblazer: Cynthia Erivo
* February 15, 2025: Art Directors Guild Awards, Excellence in Production Design for a Fantasy Film: Nathan Crowley
* February 15, 2025: Make-Up Artists and Hair Stylists Guild
** Best Period and/or Character Make-Up in a Feature-Length Motion Picture: Frances Hannon, Alice Jones, Nuria Mbornio, Johanna Nielsen, Branka Vorkapic
** Best Period and/or Character Hair Styling in a Feature-Length Motion Picture: Frances Hannon, Sarah Nuth, Sim Camps, Gabor Kerekes
* February 16, 2025: BAFTA Film Awards
** Best Production Design: ''Wicked''
** Best Costume Design: ''Wicked''
* February 17, 2025: Black Reel Awards
** Outstanding Soundtrack: ''Wicked''
** Outstanding Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
* February 17, 2025: Latino Entertainment Journalists Society
** Best Production Design: Nathan Crowley and Lee Sandales
** Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
* February 22, 2025: NAACP Image Awards
** Outstanding Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
** Outstanding Soundtrack/Compilation Album: ''Wicked: The Soundtrack''
* February 23, 2025: Online Film and Television Association
** Best Production Design: ''Wicked''
** Best Costume Design: ''Wicked''
** Best Adapted Song: "Defying Gravity"
* February 23, 2025: Golden Reel Awards, Outstanding Achievement in Music Editing–Feature Motion Picture: Catherine Wilson, Robin Baynton
* February 28, 2025: International Cinematographers Guild Publicists Awards, Maxwell Weinberg Award for Motion Picture Publicity Campaign: ''Wicked''
* March 2, 2025: Academy Awards
** Best Costume Design: ''Wicked''
** Best Production Design: ''Wicked''
* March 11, 2025: Queerties
** Drama Movie: ''Wicked''
** Film Performance: Jonathan Bailey
** Next Big Thing: ''Wicked: For Good''
* March 14, 2025: American Cinema Editors Awards, Best Edited Feature Film – Comedy or Musical: Myron Kerstein
* March 17, 2025: iHeartRadio Music Awards, Favorite Soundtrack: ''Wicked: The Soundtrack''
* April 22, 2025: Webby Awards, Variety and Reality, General Video and Film: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a7Inn_IA-MA&ab_channel=Variety ''Wicked'' Stars Ariana Grande & Cynthia Erivo Break Down Viral "Holding Space" Interview]
* June 9, 2025: The BET Awards, Best Actress: Cynthia Erivo
* June 21, 2025: Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards:
** Favorite Movie: ''Wicked''
** Favorite Movie Actress: Ariana Grande as Glinda
** Favorite Song from a Movie: "Defying Gravity"
* July 3, 2025: Astra Midseason Movie Awards, Most Anticipated Film: ''Wicked: For Good''
* August 5, 2025: Las Culturista Culture Awards, Harshest Truth About ''Wicked'': Phannee not realized, we don't get into his gay story (What was that like? Was it hard coming out or was Pfannee born wealthy? Prequel idea about this.)
* October 19, 2025: Middleburg Film Festival, Creative Collaborators Award: Alice Brooks (cinematographer) and Myron Kerstein (editor), ''Wicked: For Good''
* October 26, 2025: Savannah Film Festival, Vanguard Director Award: Jon M. Chu
* November 3, 2025: ''People'' Magazine's Sexiest Man Alive: Jonathan Bailey
* November 4, 2025: Media Access Awards, Christopher Reeve Acting Award: Marissa Bode
* November 19, 2025: Hollywood Music in Media Awards, Music Themed Film, Biopic, or Musical: ''Wicked: For Good'', Jon M. Chu
* December 3, 2025: National Board of Review: Top 10 Films (one of ten, but not Film of the Year)
* December 4, 2025: American Film Institute Awards: Top 10 Films (one of ten)
* December 9, 2025: African-American Film Critics Association, Top Ten Films of the Year: ''Wicked: For Good''
* December 11, 2025: Astra Film Awards, Best Visual Effects: ''Wicked: For Good'', Pablo Helman, Jonathan Fawkner, Anthony Smith, Dale Newton, and Paul Corbould
* December 15, 2025: San Diego Film Critics Society, Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell, ''Wicked: For Good''
* December 19, 2025: Las Vegas Film Critics Society, Top Ten Films of the Year: ''Wicked: For Good''
* December 28, 2025: Iowa Film Critics Association
** Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande
** Best Song, "The Girl in the Bubble"
* December 29, 2025: The King's New Year's Honours List: Cynthia Erivo is named a Member of the British Empire (MBE)
* January 9, 2026: Astra Film Awards, Best Supporting Actress—Comedy or Musical: Ariana Grande
* January 16, 2026: American Cinematheque Tribute to the Crafts Awards, Choreography: Christopher Scott
* February 1, 2026: London Film Critics' Circle, Derek Malcolm Award for Innovation: Cynthia Erivo
* February 1, 2026: The Grammy Awards, Best Pop Duo/Group Performance: Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande, "Defying Gravity"
* February 8, 2026: Santa Barbara International Film Festival, Kirk Douglas Award: Cynthia Erivo
* February 9, 2026: The Lumiere Awards, the Judy Garland Award: Jon M. Chu
* February 12, 2026: Costume Designers Guild Awards, Excellence in Sci-Fi/Fantasy Film: Paul Tazewell
* February 16, 2026: Black Reel Awards, Outstanding Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
* February 21, 2026: Set Decorators Society of America Awards, Best Achievement in Décor/Design of a Comedy or Musical Feature Film: Nathan Crowley and Lee Sandales

''Wicked'' and ''Wicked: For Good'' have the following nominations for forthcoming awards:
* February 25, 2026: Visual Effects Society Awards, Outstanding Model in a Photoreal or Animated Project: "Bison" – Marco Chau, Giorgio Pennisi, Sowmya Ramakumar, Balazs Meszaros
* February 26, 2026: Artios Awards, Feature Big Budget–Comedy: Bernard Telsey, Tiffany Little Canfield; Ryan Bernard Tymensky (Associate Casting Director); Tamsyn Manson (Location Casting Director)
* February 28, 2026: ADG Excellence in Production Design Awards, Excellence in Production Design for a Fantasy Film: Nathan Crowley
* February 28, 2026: NAACP Image Awards
** Outstanding Motion Picture: ''Wicked: For Good''
** Outstanding Actress in a Motion Picture: Cynthia Erivo
** Outstanding Ensemble Cast in a Motion Picture: Jonathan Bailey, Marissa Bode, Colman Domingo, Cynthia Erivo, Jeff Goldblum, Ariana Grande, Ethan Slater, Bowen Yang, Michelle Yeoh
** Outstanding Costume Design (Television or Motion Picture): Paul Tazewell
** Outstanding Soundtrack/Compilation Album: ''Wicked: For Good—The Soundtrack''
* February 28, 2026: The Brit Awards, Song of the Year: "Defying Gravity", Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande
* February 28, 2026: ADG Excellence in Production Design Awards, Excellence in Production Design for a Fantasy Film: Nathan Crowley, ''Wicked: For Good''
* February 28, 2026: Guild of Music Supervisors Awards, Best Music Supervision in Major Budget Films: Maggie Rodford, ''Wicked: For Good''
* March 1, 2026: Actor Awards, Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Supporting Role: Ariana Grande
* March 3, 2026: Dorian Awards
** Supporting Film Performance of the Year: Ariana Grande
** Campiest Flick: ''Wicked: For Good''
** Wilde Artist Award: Cynthia Erivo
** Galeca LGBTQIA+ Film Trailblazer: Jonathan Bailey
* March 8, 2026: Satellite Awards
** Best Actress in a Motion Picture – Comedy or Musical: Cynthia Erivo
** Best Actress in a Supporting Role: Ariana Grande
** Best Original Song: "No Place Like Home", Stephen Schwartz; "The Girl in the Bubble", Stephen Schwartz
** Best Sound: Nancy Nugent Title, John Marquis, Andy Nelson, Simon Hayes, and Jack Dolman
** Best Production Design: Nathan Crowley and Lee Sandales
** Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
** Best Makeup and Hair: Frances Hannon, Mark Coulier, and Laura Blount
* March 8, 2026: The Saturn Awards
** Best Fantasy Film: ''Wicked: For Good''
** Best Actress in a Film: Cynthia Erivo, ''Wicked: For Good''
** Best Supporting Actor in a Film: Jeff Goldblum, ''Wicked: For Good''
** Best Supporting Actress in a Film: Ariana Grande, ''Wicked: For Good''
** Best Film Music: John Powell and Stephen Schwartz, ''Wicked: For Good''
** Best Film Production Design: Nathan Crowley and Lee Sandales, ''Wicked: For Good''
** Best Film Costume Design: Paul Tazewell, ''Wicked: For Good''
** Best Film Make-Up: Mark Coulier and Frances Hannon, ''Wicked: For Good''
** Best Film Visual/Special Effects: Pablo Helman and Dale Newton, ''Wicked: For Good''
** Best 4K Home Media Release: ''Wicked''
* March 13, 2026: International Cinematographers Guild, Maxwell Weinberg Award for Motion Picture Publicity Campaign: ''Wicked: For Good''
* March 26, 2026: iHeartRadio Music Awards
** Favorite Soundtrack: ''Wicked: For Good—The Soundtrack''
** Favorite On Screen: Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande

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==October 8, 2025: Robert A. Baum, 1942-2025==
[[file:Robert_A_Baum_Jr.webp|300 px|center]] Robert A. "Bob" Baum, great-grandson of L. Frank Baum and an important Oz scholar in his own right, passed away today at the age of 83. His generosity in sharing his family's collection and history has been a boon to Oz in many ways. Museums, documentaries, and Oz festivals and conventions have all been enhanced by Bob's donations. He was a consultant on the 1990 television movie ''The Dreamer of Oz'', a biopic of his great-grandfather, and even recreated Frank's home office on set using items from his own collection. He served the International Wizard of Oz Club as a director and contributor to ''The Baum Bugle'', as well as frequent convention guest. The [https://www.lulu.com/shop/bob-baum-and-don-abbott-and-rob-lauer-and-autumn-rose-frodelius/oziana-2022/paperback/product-pv4dmd.html?q=oziana+2022&page=1&pageSize=4 2022 issue of ''Oziana''], the Club's literary magazine, was a collection of Bob Baum's fanciful stories about his family history. He and his wife, Claire, would sometimes appear at events as L. Frank and Maud Baum to tell stories about their lives. For his many contributions, he was awarded the Oz Club's highest honor, named after his great-grandfather, in 2002.

(Information courtesy Jane Albright on Facebook. Photo courtesy [https://oz.fandom.com/wiki/Robert_A._Baum_Jr. The Oz Wiki].)

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==September 21, 2025: Elaine Merk Binder, 1930-2025==
Elaine Merk Binder, one of the last remaining actors who played a Munchkin in ''The Wizard of Oz'', passed away today at the age of 94. Born in Colorado, she appeared as an extra in several movies in the '30s, including an ''Our Gang'' short. She was one of a dozen young girls who filled in the ranks of background female Munchkins after Judy Garland's Dorothy arrives in Oz. But after 1940 she left show business, and went on to earn degrees in education and music. She appeared in the 2024 documentary series ''Memories of Oz'', reminiscing about making the movie.

(Information courtesy [https://variety.com/2025/film/news/elaine-merk-binder-dead-munchkin-wizard-of-oz-1236525749/ ''Variety''] and [https://www.imdb.com/name/nm5285756/ IMDB].)

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==August 8, 2025: ''The Baum Bugle'' Spring 2025==
[[file:Bbspring25.png|400 px|right]] The latest issue of ''The Baum Bugle'', the journal of the International Wizard of Oz Club, is now making its way to members. This issue celebrates the release of ''Wicked'' (Part 1).

In this issue:
* The front cover reprints the publicity shot of ''Wicked'' stars Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande recreating the original poster design for the ''Wicked'' stage show.
* The inside covers reprint Anton Loeb's endpaper design for the 1950 book adaptation of ''The Wizard of Oz''.
* The table of contents includes Mark Manley's ''Wicked'' tribute painting, "The Melting Occurred at the Thirteenth Hour".
* In "Letters", Oz Club President Ryan Bunch looks back at how the ''Bugle'' covered the path ''Wicked'' has taken from page to stage to screen, and ''Bugle'' editor Sarah K. Crotzer looks at how this issue's features came about.
* In "The Bugle Bulletin":
** The National Library Service (NLS) has [https://www.loc.gov/nls/new-materials/book-lists/wicked-and-the-wizard-of-oz/ a large collection of Oz materials] for the blind and print disabled.
** "Beyond the Shifting Sands" remembers recently passed Oz contributors Jean Marsh, Stephen J. Teller, Jack Van Camp, and Sally Roesch Wagner.
* Sarah K. Crotzer reacts to the ''Wicked'' film in "What Is This Feeling?"
* "What the Papers Said" looks at a number of reviews of ''Wicked'' from around the world.
* "Wicked Wares: Toys, Plushes, and Cinema Exclusives" by Jane Albright looks at a variety of ''Wicked'' movie collectibles.
* David Diket looks at the history and evolution of Wicked Witch of the West dolls in "My Beautiful Wickedness" and "David's Timeline of Beautifully Wicked Dolls".
* Karyl Carlson looks back at how she started creating [https://karylsozdolls.com/ custom Oz dolls] in "The Dollmaker of Oz".
* It's been twenty-five years since the last installment, but Carl Rexroad continues his look at political cartoons themed around ''The Wizard of Oz'' in "The Editorial Cartoons of Oz, Part 1: 125 Years Later, ''The Wizard of Oz'' Still Drives Political Debate".
* William STillman looks at the history of one of the bestselling Oz adaptations in "75 Years of Anton Loeb's ''The Wizard of Oz''".
* In "Oz in the Arts", Robert Lamont reviews [https://wizmusical.com/ the recent Broadway revival of ''The Wiz''] (now on tour).
* In "The Bugle Review":
** [https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0063377012/thewonderwizardo/ ''Elphie: A Wicked Childhood'' by Gregory Maguire], reviewed by Alan Wise.
** [https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B0DNKY21JB/thewonderwizardo/ The blu-ray release of ''Wicked''], reviewed by Sarah K. Crotzer.
** [https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/publisher/21442/double-critical-llc ''Adventules in Oz: Campaign Setting'' and ''Beasts & Beings'' role-playing campaign books], reviewed by Sarah K. Crotzer.
** [https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B0CSYB4B12/thewonderwizardo/ ''Wicked: The Game'' by Spin Master], reviewed by Sarah K. Crotzer.
* Michael Gessel remembers a recently deceased long-time Oz fan in "The Lifelong Scholar: Stephen J. Teller's Journey from Kansas to Oz".
* The back cover shows the Tonner Doll versions of Glinda and the Wicked Witch of the West.

Also included with this issue:
* This issue's Oz craft is a miniature version of the Emerald City Express train from the ''Wicked'' movie.
* And in the final (for now?) issue of ''The Emerald City Gazette'', the newspaper for younger Oz fans (of all ages), Bungle and Toto stroll through the Emerald Palace to ensure that those pesky nomes are finally gone for good.

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==July 19, 2025: Crotzer Wins L. Frank Baum Memorial Award==
This evening, Sarah K. Crotzer was presented the L. Frank Bam Memorial Award for her contributions to Oz. She has been a tireless Oz researcher and writer, with a special interest in the history of Oz games. She is also the current editor of ''The Baum Bugle'', the journal of the International Wizard of Oz Club, and recently became the longest-serving editor in Club history.

Also presented tonight were the Club's annual prizes for writing and art. This year's winners are:
* The Fred Otto Prize for Fiction:
** First place, Jesse Jury for "Four Friends of Oz"
** Second place, J. L. Bell for "Who's Got the Button?"
* The C. Warren Hollister Prize for Non-Fiction:
** First place, Rachel Graham for "An Essential Quickening: John R. Neill and the Art of Oz"
** Second place, Cynthia Ragni for "Project Ozma"
* The Rob Roy MacVeigh Prize for Art:
** First place, Jime Wimmer for "Dorothy and the Cyclone"
** Second place, Rob Lauer for "Ruth and Her Friends in Oz"

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==June 21, 2025: The Winkie Award==
Tonight, OzCon International gave its highest honor, the Winkie Award, to Sam Milazzo. The award recognizes all of the contributions Sam has made to the convention over the past few years, with presentations, panels, and generally helping out.

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==May 6, 2025: ''The Baum Bugle'' Winter 2024==
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It may be slipping back in the calendar a bit, but the latest issue of ''The Baum Bugle'', the journal of the International Wizard of Oz Club, is making its way to members' mailboxes now.

In this issue:
* All four covers celebrate the fiftieth anniversary of ''The Wiz'':
** The front cover features Stephanie Mills and Hinton Battle in [https://digitalcollections.nypl.org/items/0599e600-5cf5-0130-4cf7-58d385a7b928 a 1974 publicity shot for the musical].
** The inside front cover shows several costumes from the play on exhibit at [https://www.si.edu/museums/african-american-museum the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture].
** The inside back cover features production art for the play by Tom John.
** The back cover reproduces a new work, [https://artsofimagination.org/the-wiz-at-50/ ''The Journey from Home: Revisiting ''The Wiz'' at 50''], also by Tom John.
* In "Letters", Oz Club President Ryan Bunch reflects on fifty years of ''The Wiz'' and invites members to [the 2025 edition of the Club's annual convention in Aberdeen, South Dakota], while ''Bugle'' editor Sarah K. Crotzer also looks back at ''The Wiz'', as well as other anniversaries celebrated in this issue.
* News items highlighted in "The Bugle Bulletin":
** ''Wicked'' wins two Academy Awards, with [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KZtKj5-xE1I&ab_channel=Oscars Paul Tazewell becoming the first Black man to win the Oscar for Best Costume Design].
** The latest auction of a pair of Ruby Slippers shatters all records for the price paid for any kind of movie memorabilia.
** Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande team up to [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eedVl_LGwE4&ab_channel=PhVolleyball open the Oscars telecast with a medley of music from Oz movies].
** Recently passed Oz contributors remembered in "Beyond the Shifting Sands":
*** [https://www.abebooks.com/servlet/SearchResults?an=Baum&cm_sp=SearchF-_-home-_-Results&kn=Greg%20Hildebrandt&ref_=search_f_hp&sts=t&tn=The%20Wizard%20of%20Oz Greg Hildebrandt] and [https://www.abebooks.com/servlet/SearchResults?an=Baum&cm_sp=SearchF-_-home-_-Results&kn=Graham%20Rawle&ref_=search_f_hp&sts=t&tn=The%20Wizard%20of%20Oz Graham Rawle], both of whom illustrated ''The Wizard of Oz''.
*** Legendary composer and arranger Quincy Jones, who was an instrumental part of how ''The Wiz'' sounded in movie theaters.
* "Awards and Honors" announces Oz Club President Ryan Bunch as the recipient of the L. Frank Baum Memorial Award, the Club's highest honor, for 2024.
* "They Call My Name: An Interview with George Faison" looks at the life and career of the choreographer. His credits include the original Broadway production of ''The Wiz''.
* "The ''Wiz'' That Wasn't" by Sarah K. Crotzer digs into the casting process for the original company of ''The Wiz'' and reveals who else tried out, or was at least considered, for the major rolls. (There are some definite surprises!)
* "The ''Wiz'' That Was" by Sarah K. Crotzer looks at ''The Wiz'' costumes held by the National Museum of African American History and Culture.
* Crotzer also considers Grampa's game leg and the game you play with it in "A Few Inessential Thoughts About the Game of Scrum".
* "Coming and Going" looks at a few short thoughts about ''Grampa in Oz''.
* "Oz Under Scrutiny", once again compiled by Scott Cummings, looks at what the press of 1924 thought of ''Grampa in Oz''.
* In part two of the interview "Journey to the ''Annotated Wizard'' with Michael Patrick Hearn", the author of ''The Annotated Wizard of Oz'' recounts the aftermath of the book's original 1973 publication.
* L. Frank Baum's great-granddaughter, Gita Dorothy Morena, solves the mystery of a Baum family treasure in "A Letter to Oz Enthusiasts from a Forgotten Baum Illustration".
* "Guaranteed For a Thousand Years", a wrap-up of recent Oz events, reports on the 2024 editions of OzCon International and Oz, The National Convention.
* New products presented in "The Bugle Review":
** [https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B0DVQSJLLX/thewonderwizardo/ ''After Oz'' by Gordon McAlpine], reviewed by Mike Penick
** [https://hungrytigerpress.store/product/all-wound-up-the-making-of-the-tik-tok-man-of-oz/ ''All Wound Up: The Making of ''The Tik-Tok Man of Oz by Eric Shanower], [https://hungrytigerpress.store/product/the-tik-tok-man-of-oz-performance-script/ ''The Tik-Tok Man of Oz Performance Script'' by L. Frank Baum], and [https://hungrytigerpress.store/product/the-tik-tok-man-of-oz-piano-vocal-score/ ''The Tik-Tok Man of Oz Piano-Vocal Score'' by Louis F. Gottschalk and L. Frank Baum], reviewed by Atticus Gannaway.
** [https://joetunes.ca/ ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', ''The Marvelous Land of Oz'', and ''Ozma of Oz'' complete audio books by the Toronto Civic Light Opera Company], reviewed by Sarah K. Crotzer.
** [https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B0CST87Z4J/thewonderwizardo/ The ''Wicked'' edition of ''Monopoly''], reviewed by Sarah K. Crotzer.
** A quartet of ''Wicked'' tie-in books ([https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0593896866/thewonderwizardo/ ''I Am Elphaba''], [https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0593896882/thewonderwizardo/ ''I Am Glinda''], [https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B0CZJQXCQY/thewonderwizardo/ ''Defying Gravity: The Illustrated Lyrics''] and a replica of [https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B0CZJRSY9M/thewonderwizardo/ ''The Story of Oz & the Wonderful Wizard'']), reviewed by Atticus Gannaway.
* "Adventures in Oz" sees Brady Schwind interviewing Tom John, the original scenic designer for ''The Wiz''.

Also included with this issue:
* A registration form for [https://www.ozclub.org/oz-in-aberdeen-a-convention-to-remember/ the 2025 editino of Oz, the National Convention] in Aberdeen, South Dakota.
* A flyer for one of the Club's latest publications, [https://www.ozclub.org/product/bibliographia-baumiana/ ''Bibliographia Baumiana''].
* This issue's craft is a melting Evillene, based on the original Broadway run of ''The Wiz''.
* And in the latest issue of ''The Oz Gazette'', the newsletter for younger Oz fans (of all ages):
** Editor-in-Chief Katie Jones, with assistance from the Head of Security the Gump, updates readers on the hunt for Nomes and the Glass Cat.
** The Scarecrow's book column looks at other books puplished in 1924, like ''Grampa in Oz''.
** Based off of the article speculating what scrum might be like in ''The Baum Bugle'', the Patchwork Girl presents the board, pieces, and rules for Camette, a simplified (for space reasons) version of the game Camelot.
** Finally, a little bit of verse from…the Glass Cat?

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==May 5, 2025: Mattydale, New York, to Honor L. Frank Baum==
Mattydale, New York, will honor native son L. Frank Baum and his greatest work, ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', on May 17. Mattydale was the site of Baum's childhood home, Roselawn, and the city will commemorate Baum's birth and the 125th anniversary of the publication of the first Oz book with a historical marker at the site. The marker will be at 2601 Brewerton Road, which will soon be the site of a community center.A reception will be held from 1:00 to 5:00 pm at the Kreuger Funeral Home.

(Information courtesy [https://cnycentral.com/news/local/mattydale-celebrates-125-years-of-the-wonderful-wizard-of-oz-with-historical-marker CNYCentral].)

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==April 13, 2025: Jean Marsh, 1934-2025==
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Jean Marsh, OBE, the lauded British actor, passed away today from complications of dementia. She was 90. Born July 1, 1934 in Stoke Newington, London, she studied dance, singing, and acting before beginning her professional career in the 1950s. Among her movies were ''Cleopatra'', ''Jane Eyre'' (1972), ''Frenzy'', ''The Eagle Has Landed'', and ''Willow''. She was probably best known for her television work, however, in shows in both the United States and the United Kingdom, including appearances in ''The Twilight Zone'', ''The Saint'', ''Doctor Who'', ''I Spy'', ''Adam Adamant Lives!'', ''UFO'', ''The Waltons'', ''Hawaii Five-O'', the ''9 to 5'' series, ''The Love Boat'', ''Murder, She Wrote'', and the 1990s revival of ''The Tomorrow People''. But she is best known for co-creating, with Eileen Atkins, the period drama ''Upstairs, Downstairs'', about the servants in a great house. Marsh also starred in the show as maid Rose Buck, for which she won an Emmy Award in 1975 as well as other awards. When the BBC revived the show in 2010, Marsh was the only actor to return. Marsh and Atkins also created the series ''House of Elliott'' in 1991, which she did not appear in. For her services to drama, Marsh was made a member of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire by Queen Elizabeth II in 2012. For Oz fans, however, as well as many movie-going kids in the 1980s, she will always be known for her dual role as Nurse Wilson and Princess Mombi in the 1985 Disney film ''Return to Oz''.

(Information courtesy [https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c045dk29xqqo the BBC] and [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jean_Marsh Wikipedia].)

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==March 18, 2025: Saliterman, Ruby Slipper Thief, Dies==
Charges against Jerry Hal Saliterman, who had pled guilty to playing a part in the 2005 theft of the Ruby Slippers from the Judy Garland Museum, have been dismissed when prosecutors informed the court that he had died the day before. Saliterman's defense attorney, John Brink, confirmed the passing. The 77-year-old Saliterman had been hospitalized with lung disease and other ailments, and his most recent court appearance, in January, had been a remote feed from his hospital room. At that time, he changed his initial plea to guilty of charges of theft of a major artwork and witness tampering.

(Information courtesy [https://apnews.com/article/stolen-ruby-slippers-wizard-of-oz-death-b82e6ed5049d2f11cf9a38b38e5eb463 The Associated Press].)

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==Rumor Control==
(Because of the many questions I am asked about possible forthcoming Oz projects or other bits of pseudo-news, I have added this section to answer some of these inquiries.)

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Three horror-themed takes on Oz are currently in the works:
* [https://bloody-disgusting.com/exclusives/3919064/return-to-oz-with-gale-yellow-brick-road-poster-by-creepy-duck-design-exclusive/ ''Gale: Yellow Brick Road''], about Dorothy's granddaughter Emily being drawn into a nightmare version of Oz, had a limited release in February 2026.
* ''Dorothy: The Haunting of Oz'' is in post-production and looking for a 2026 release.
* ''Wicked of Oz'' was announced for a release right before ''Wicked: For Good'', but was quietly withdrawn and is now awaiting another possible release.
If any of these go into general release, they'll appear on this website's events page.

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''Dorothy'' is in development for Prime Video, with executive producers Gwen Stefani, Blake Shelton, and Gina Matthews. You can see the initial report on this [https://deadline.com/2025/08/gwen-stefani-blake-shelton-wizard-of-oz-prime-video-1236497977/ right here].

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The latest Oz projects to be announced in Hollywood: ''Cheshire Crossing'', the graphic novel by Andy Weir and Sarah Anderson, optioned by Amblin Partners (see [https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/heat-vision/amblin-michael-de-luca-tackling-martian-author-s-fantasy-graphic-novel-cheshire-crossing-1255011 this report]); and an animated musical adaptation of the book ''Toto: The Dog-Gone Amazing Story of the Wizard of Oz'', where the story is told from Toto's point of view, to be produced at Warner Bros. (see [https://deadline.com/2020/10/toto-the-dog-gone-amazing-story-of-the-wizard-of-oz-animated-pic-in-the-works-at-warner-bros-1234596757/ this source]).

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Okay, yes, word has leaked out that Warner Bros. tried to talk Robert Zemeckis into directing a remake of ''The Wizard of Oz'', using the same screenplay as the famous 1939 Judy Garland version. Zemeckis already rejected the idea. This probably puts the idea on the back burner for a while, and based on the ''extreme'' negative reaction the idea got, I suspect it will stay there. Rumors of this have surfaced again, but appear to be the result of someone finding the old story and running it again.

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It's getting harder and harder to keep up with all of the currently planned Oz movie and television projects. Bear in mind that at this stage, most of it is speculation and/or not even in pre-production, or possibly even a game of "Telephone". But here are some of the current Oz movies that could be coming to your local theater in the next few years:

*''The Road to Oz'', a movie biopic about the life of L. Frank Baum and how he created Oz, starring Eddie Redmayne as Frank. (See reports [http://www.theguardian.com/film/2015/aug/06/eddie-redmayne-wizard-of-oz-author-l-frank-baum here] and [http://www.joblo.com/movie-news/eddie-redmayne-to-play-author-l-frank-baum-in-biopic-road-to-oz-268 here].)
*''Dark Oz 3-D'', based on the old Caliber comic book.
*A non-musical, faithful adaptation of ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'' from New Line and [http://www.templehillent.com/ Temple Hill].
*''The Oz Wars'', which would have the witches fighting for control of the Emerald City while the Wizard leads the resistance.
*John Boorman's [http://www.actionsynthese.com/index2.php?language=en animated adaptation of ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz''] seems to be on track for release — in France. Once it's released, an English-language release will likely come out soon afterwards. (However, in a [http://www.filmireland.net/2011/03/16/interview-with-john-boorman/ recent interview], Boorman admitted that the project has stalled due to lack of funding.)
*''Oz: Return to the Emerald City'' was one of two possible competing projects at Warner Bros. This original sequel may now be shopped around to other studios, or turned into a novel.
*[http://www.independentstoriesinc.com/WonderfulWizard.htm ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz''], a low-budget independent production from Barnyard Studios and Used Productions. This is very much a shoestring production, which is looking for money and actors. But its Kickstarter campaign to raise the last money it needed was a success, so it may be finished soon.
*[http://valleywind.com/legendofoz/ ''Legend of Oz''], a modern retelling of ''The Wizard of Oz'' from Valley Wind Productions in Ottawa.
*[http://www.heyuguys.co.uk/2010/06/16/are-the-polish-brothers-planning-their-own-trip-to-oz/ ''Oz''], a new telling of ''The Wizard of Oz''.
*A still unnamed horror movie set in the 1920s with Dorothy meeting Alice in Bedlam Asylum.
*[http://www.screendaily.com/festivals/berlin/european-film-market/mcnamara-to-direct-young-santa/5066468.article ''Young Santa'']., based on L. Frank Baum's book ''The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus'' and directed by Sean McNamara.
*''How the Wizard Came to Oz'', based on two books by Donald Abbott.
*Not entirely Oz, strictly speaking, but the Judy Garland biography ''Get Happy'' may be made into a movie, featuring Anne Hathaway as Garland.

And it's not limited to movies any more. In development for television:

*[http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/heat-vision/warner-horizon-turn-oz-fantasy-420517 ''Red Brick Road''], a television series continuation of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in the style of ''Game of Thrones''. The latest word is that this is being developed for the Lifetime channel.
*[http://www.deadline.com/2013/08/cbs-developing-wizard-of-oz-themed-medical-drama-from-timbermanbeverly/ ''Dorothy''], an Oz-themed medical drama in development at CBS
*[http://www.cinemablend.com/television/Tim-Kring-Developing-Wizard-Oz-Drama-Dorothy-Must-Die-CW-58899.html ''Dorothy Must Die''], in which Dorothy has returned to Oz and become a dictator, in development at the CW. This would be based on the book series of the same name.
*''Warriors of Oz'', a post-apocalyptic version in development at Syfy.
* A ''Wicked'' television miniseries, based on the original book (not the stage musical). Salma Hayak was attached to this as a producer. When last heard of, it was under development at ABC.

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No, Peter Jackson is ''not'' producing or directing a billion-dollar all-CGI remake of ''The Wizard of Oz'' for Warner Bros. How do stories like this get started? Oh, maybe in [http://www.aintitcool.com/node/31184 stories like this]...

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In recent years, there have been proposals for other Oz or related projects, none of which now appear that they will get off the ground. Among them:

*''Lost in Oz'', a series that was to feature Melissa George as a Kansas university student who is whisked to Oz sixty years after the events of ''The Wizard of Oz'' (The Movie) and helping to spearhead a rebellion against the new Wicked Witch of the West. Although developed for the WB and a pilot film produced, it was never picked up, nor the pilot shown. (But keep an eye out on auction sites, as a bootleg DVD sometimes shows up…)
*A television miniseries based on Gregory Maguire's novel ''Wicked'', with Demi Moore in the title role. (There are stories that the people developing this version later pushed their involvement into the musical version now playing on Broadway and elsewhere.)
*''The O. Z.'', a hip-hop flavored re-telling of ''The Wizard of Oz'' for Fox. Among the rumored Dorothy's at one point were Brandy, Mya, and the late Aaliyah. Justin Timberlake, John Leuizamo, and Little Richard were mentioned for other parts.
*''Surrender Dorothy''. Drew Barrymore as Dorothy's great-granddaughter coming to Oz, and battling the Wicked Witch of the West's granddaughter. (Rumors of this recently resurfaced, but were quickly squelched. This project is dead.)
*''Somewhere'' starring Elizabeth Taylor as Dorothy, now a grandmother, returning to Oz. The deaths of both Taylor and developer Rod Steiger means this is unlikely to ever happen.
*''Pamela West'', where the Wicked Witch is the innocent victim and Dorothy (with Toto as a pit bull) is the evil interloper.
*''The Land of Oz'' (not based on the book of the same name), produced by Hallmark for NBC. This eventually became the basis for the Sci Fi Channel miniseries ''Tin Man''.
*''The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus'' from Circa Pictures. It's no longer listed on their website.
*''The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus'' from Hyde Park Entertainment and Toonz Entertainment.
*A Bollywood adaptation of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in India.
*A movie version of American McGee's (later cancelled) ''Oz'' video game.
*Geoff Ryman's ''Was''.

If progress is made on any of these projects, such as actually going into production or a release date announced, the news will be posted as quickly as possible on this page. But at this stage, any of these going into production is very unlikely. (However, ''Tin Man'' was part of this list for some time before its eventual completion and broadcast on the Sci-Fi Channel.)

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==February 2, 2026: ''The Baum Bugle'' Winter 2025 Issue and ''Oziana'' 2025==
[[file:Bbwinter25.jpg|300 px|left]]The year's final issue of ''The Baum Bugle'' is back from the printers and off to members of the International Wizard of Oz Club. Look for more on this issue in the coming days. <br clear=all>

[[file:Oziana_2025.jpg|400 px|right]]Also available now is the 2025 issue of ''Oziana'', the Club's annual literary anthology. It is available for sale to anyone, even if they're not a member of the Club, through [https://www.lulu.com/shop/jl-bell-and-scott-b-blanke-and-nathan-m-dehoff-and-catherine-lombardi/oziana-2025/paperback/product-v8m6mke.html?page=1&pageSize=4 Lulu.com]. Look for more on this issue in the coming days as well. <br clear=all>

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==November 13, 2025: ''The Baum Bugle'' Autumn 2025 Issue==
[[file:Bbautumn25.jpg|right]] The latest issue of ''The Baum Bugle'', the journal of the International Wizard of oz Club, is making its way to members now. This issue celebrates forty years of ''Return to Oz'', and includes a comprehensive checklist of collectibles from the 1985 Disney movie.

In this issue:

* The wraparound front cover reproduces the art, by Josh Kirby, for a 1985 British ''Return to Oz'' jigsaw puzzle.
* The inside front cover has photos, taken by Tricia Trozzi, of the New York premiere of ''Return to Oz'' in June of 1985.
* In "Letters", Oz Club President and ''Bugle'' editor Sarah K. Crotzer discuss their encounters and memories of ''Return to Oz''.
* In "The ''Bugle'' Bulletin:
** The only known manuscript of "Over the Rainbow" is now in the Library of Congress.
** Documentarian Jeffrey McHale is taking his latest movie, ''It's Dorothy!'' around the film festival circuit.
** "Beyond the Shifting Sands" remembers recently passed Oz luminaries:
*** Robert A. Baum, Jr., the great-grandson of L. Frank Baum and a noted Oz scholar and historian in his own right.
*** Dr. Richard R. Rutter, a major collector and Winkie Convention attendee, who was especially known for his extravagant Oz costumes.
*** Drew Struzan, the celebrated movie poster artist whose works included ''Return to Oz''.
* Sarah K. Crotzer looks back at the life and career of the actress known in Oz circles as Princess Mombi from ''Return to Oz'' in "So…! The Many Heads of Jean Marsh".
* Tricia Trozzi looks back at what she was doing on June 21, 1985—attending the gala premiere of ''Return to Oz'' at Radio City Music Hall—in "Movie Memories".
* Original ''Return to Oz'' reviews are collected in "What the Papers Said: 1985 Edition, A Collection of Contemporaneous Media Opinions of ''Return to Oz''".
* Robert B. Luehrs contemplates one of L. Frank Baum's earlier characters in "The Pundit of Oz: Some Random Thoughts Concerning the Woggle-Bug".
* Sarah K. Crotzer updates previous ''Bugle'' checklists with "The Ultimate ''Return to Oz'' Merchandise Checklist", a full-color insert.
* Carl Rexroad continues on from an article in a previous issue with "The Editorial Cartoons of Oz, Part 2: Modern Times with ''The Wizard of Oz''".
* Jane Albright peeks behind the curtain of the latest iteration of ''The Wizard of Oz on Ice'' in "Melt the Witch, Not the Ice".
* Noted in "The Bugle Review":
** [https://cloverpress.us/collections/prose-books/products/oz-collection-kabumpo-in-oz ''Kabumpo in Oz'' by Ruth Plumly Thompson, newly illustrated by Sara Richard] and reviewed by Atticus Gannaway.
** [https://scriveningspress.com/book/a-hundred-magical-reasons/ ''A Hundred Magical Reasons'' by Laura DeNooyer], reviewed by J. L. Bell.
** [https://insighteditions.com/products/wicked-grimmerie-collectible-hardcover-journal ''Wicked: The Grimmerie Collectible Hardcover Journal''], reviewed by Atticus Gannaway.
** Three games in which Oz characters appear: [https://www.amazon.com/Lookout-Games-LK0101-Gingerbread-House/dp/B07JH62HXN ''Gingerbread House''], [https://horribleguild.com/eu/product/similo-fables/ ''Similo: Fables''], and [https://gamefound.com/en/projects/gabe-barrett/storybook-saga-solo-game-of-the-month ''Storybook Saga''], all reviewed by Sarah K. Crotzer.
* The inside back cover reprints a 1985 Japanese ad for ''Return to Oz'' merchandise from Nakajima Toys.

Also included with this issue is the card game Don't Wear Mombi's Head, a set of cards to color, cut out, and play with.

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==''Wicked'' and ''Wicked: For Good'' Accolades and Awards==
With high profile movie releases, naturally ''Wicked'' and ''Wicked: For Good'' will receive acclaim during the film award seasons. Here, then, we will keep track of awards presented to the ''Wicked'' movies and their cast and crew, plus nominations for awards to be given later. Keep an eye on this list or the Wikipedia pages for [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_accolades_received_by_Wicked_(2024_film) ''Wicked''] and [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wicked%3A_For_Good#Accolades ''Wicked: For Good''] as more news comes in.

The awards are presented here in the chronological order they were presented:
* September 27, 2024: International Cinematographers "Manaki Brothers" Film Festival, SUMOLIGHT Creative Energy Award: Alice Brooks (Cinematographer) and Dave Smith (Gaffer)
* November 18, 2024: Heartland Film Festival, Truly Moving Picture Award: ''Wicked''
* November 23, 2024: The International Film Festival of the Art of Cinematography Camerimage, Production Designer Award: Nathan Crowley
* December 4, 2024: National Board of Review
** Best Film: ''Wicked''
** Best Director: Jon M. Chu
** Spotlight Award: the creative collaboration of Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande
* December 5, 2024: American Film Institute Awards, Top 10 Films of the Year: ''Wicked'' (alongside nine other movies)
* December 8, 2024: Washington DC Area Film Critics Film Critics Association
** Best Feature: ''Wicked''
** Best Production Design: Nathan Crowley and Lee Sandales
* December 8, 2024: Astra Film and Creative Arts Awards
** Best Picture: ''Wicked''
** Best Actress: Cynthia Erivo
** Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande (tied with Zoe Saldaña for ''Emilia Pérez'')
** Best Director: Jon M. Chu
** Best Casting: Tiffany Little Canfield and Bernard Telsey
** Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
** Best Marketing Campaign: ''Wicked''
** Best Production Design: Nathan Crowley and Lee Sandales
* December 9, 2024: Celebration of Black Cinema and Television, Actress Award—Film: Cynthia Erivo
* December 9, 2024: Michigan Movie Critics Guild, Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande
* December 9, 2024: Atlanta Film Critics Circle, Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande
* December 9, 2024: San Diego Film Critics Society
** Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande
** Best Production Design: Nathan Crowley and Lee Sandales
** Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
* December 13, 2024: African-American Film Critics Association, Innovator Award: Paul Tazewell
* December 13, 2024: Las Vegas Film Critics Society
** Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
** Best Family Film: ''Wicked''
* December 15, 2024: St. Louis Film Critics Association, Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
* December 16, 2024: Phoenix Film Critics Society
** Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande
** Best Costume Design: ''Wicked''
* December 16, 2024: Seattle Film Critics Society, Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
* December 16, 2024: Iowa Film Critics Association, Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande (tied with Isabella Rossellini in ''Conclave'')
* December 16, 2024: Southeastern Film Critics Association, Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande
* December 21, 2024: Nevada Film Critics Society
** Best Actress: Cynthia Erivo
** Best Visual Effects: Pablo Helman
* December 28, 2024: Digital Spy Readers Awards, Most Anticipated Movie of 2025: ''Wicked: For Good''
* December 30, 2024: TiBS Editors Choice Awards:
** Best Actress: Cynthia Erivo
** Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande
** Best Director: Jon M. Chu
** Best Ensemble: ''Wicked''
* January 2, 2025: Capri Hollywood-International Film Festival Award, Best Sound: ''Wicked''
* January 2, 2025: Critics Association of Central Florida
** Best Cast: ''Wicked''
** Best Production Design: ''Wicked''
** Best Sound Design: ''Wicked''
* January 3, 2025: Palm Springs International Film Festival
** Creative Impact in Acting Award: Cynthia Erivo
** Rising Star Award: Ariana Grande
* January 3, 2025: Oklahoma Film Critics Circle, Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande
* January 4, 2025: DiscussingFilm Global Critic Award, Best Production Design: ''Wicked''
* January 5, 2025: Golden Globe Awards, Cinematic and Box Office Achievement: ''Wicked''
* January 10, 2025: Music City Film Critics Association, Best Music Film: ''Wicked''
* January 10, 2025: Minnesota Film Critics Association, Best Costume Design: ''Wicked''
* January 12, 2025: Puerto Rico Critics Association
** Best Comedy/Musical: ''Wicked''
** Best Production Design: ''Wicked''
** Best Costume Design: ''Wicked''
* January 13, 2025: North Dakota Film Society, Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
* January 13, 2025: Hawaii Film Critics Society
** Best Art Direction: ''Wicked''
** Best Costume Design: ''Wicked''
** Best Visual Effects: ''Wicked''
* January 14, 2025: Portland Critics Association, Best Supporting Performance (Female): Ariana Grande
* January 16, 2025: North American Film Critics Association, Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande
* January 24, 2025: Denver Film Critics Society, Best Supporting Performance by an Actor, Female: Ariana Grande
* January 26, 2025: Satellite Awards
** Best Supporting Actress—Motion Picture: Ariana Grande
** Best Production Design: ''Wicked''
** Best Costume Design: ''Wicked''
** Best Sound: ''Wicked''
** Make-Up Award: ''Wicked''
* January 27, 2025: Online Film Critics Society, Technical Achievement Award — Choreography: ''Wicked''
* February 6, 2025: Costume Designers Guild Awards, Excellence in Sci-Fi/Fantasy Film: Paul Tazewell
* February 7, 2025: Set Decorators Society of America, Best Achievement in Décor/Design of a Comedy or Musical Feature Film: Lee Sandales and Nathan Crowley
* February 7, 2025: Critics' Choice Movie Awards
** Best Director: Jon M. Chu
** Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
** Best Production Design: Nathan Crowley and Lee Sandales
* February 7, 2025: AACTA Awards, Audience Choice Award for Favourite Film: ''Wicked''
* February 9, 2025: Santa Barbara International Film Festival, Virtuoso Award: Ariana Grande
* February 9, 2025: AARP Movies for Grownups Awards, Best Screenwriter: Winnie Holzman
* February 12, 2025: Artios Awards, Outstanding Achievement in Casting – Big Budget Feature (Comedy): Bernard Telsey, Tiffany Little Canfield, Ryan Bernard Tymensky, Tamsyn Manson
* February 13, 2025: Dorian Awards
** Supporting Film Performance of the Year: Ariana Grande
** "We're Wilde About You" Rising Star Award: Jonathan Bailey
** Galeca LGBTQIA+ Film Trailblazer: Cynthia Erivo
* February 15, 2025: Art Directors Guild Awards, Excellence in Production Design for a Fantasy Film: Nathan Crowley
* February 15, 2025: Make-Up Artists and Hair Stylists Guild
** Best Period and/or Character Make-Up in a Feature-Length Motion Picture: Frances Hannon, Alice Jones, Nuria Mbornio, Johanna Nielsen, Branka Vorkapic
** Best Period and/or Character Hair Styling in a Feature-Length Motion Picture: Frances Hannon, Sarah Nuth, Sim Camps, Gabor Kerekes
* February 16, 2025: BAFTA Film Awards
** Best Production Design: ''Wicked''
** Best Costume Design: ''Wicked''
* February 17, 2025: Black Reel Awards
** Outstanding Soundtrack: ''Wicked''
** Outstanding Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
* February 17, 2025: Latino Entertainment Journalists Society
** Best Production Design: Nathan Crowley and Lee Sandales
** Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
* February 22, 2025: NAACP Image Awards
** Outstanding Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
** Outstanding Soundtrack/Compilation Album: ''Wicked: The Soundtrack''
* February 23, 2025: Online Film and Television Association
** Best Production Design: ''Wicked''
** Best Costume Design: ''Wicked''
** Best Adapted Song: "Defying Gravity"
* February 23, 2025: Golden Reel Awards, Outstanding Achievement in Music Editing–Feature Motion Picture: Catherine Wilson, Robin Baynton
* February 28, 2025: International Cinematographers Guild Publicists Awards, Maxwell Weinberg Award for Motion Picture Publicity Campaign: ''Wicked''
* March 2, 2025: Academy Awards
** Best Costume Design: ''Wicked''
** Best Production Design: ''Wicked''
* March 11, 2025: Queerties
** Drama Movie: ''Wicked''
** Film Performance: Jonathan Bailey
** Next Big Thing: ''Wicked: For Good''
* March 14, 2025: American Cinema Editors Awards, Best Edited Feature Film – Comedy or Musical: Myron Kerstein
* March 17, 2025: iHeartRadio Music Awards, Favorite Soundtrack: ''Wicked: The Soundtrack''
* April 22, 2025: Webby Awards, Variety and Reality, General Video and Film: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a7Inn_IA-MA&ab_channel=Variety ''Wicked'' Stars Ariana Grande & Cynthia Erivo Break Down Viral "Holding Space" Interview]
* June 9, 2025: The BET Awards, Best Actress: Cynthia Erivo
* June 21, 2025: Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards:
** Favorite Movie: ''Wicked''
** Favorite Movie Actress: Ariana Grande as Glinda
** Favorite Song from a Movie: "Defying Gravity"
* July 3, 2025: Astra Midseason Movie Awards, Most Anticipated Film: ''Wicked: For Good''
* August 5, 2025: Las Culturista Culture Awards, Harshest Truth About ''Wicked'': Phannee not realized, we don't get into his gay story (What was that like? Was it hard coming out or was Pfannee born wealthy? Prequel idea about this.)
* October 19, 2025: Middleburg Film Festival, Creative Collaborators Award: Alice Brooks (cinematographer) and Myron Kerstein (editor), ''Wicked: For Good''
* October 26, 2025: Savannah Film Festival, Vanguard Director Award: Jon M. Chu
* November 3, 2025: ''People'' Magazine's Sexiest Man Alive: Jonathan Bailey
* November 4, 2025: Media Access Awards, Christopher Reeve Acting Award: Marissa Bode
* November 19, 2025: Hollywood Music in Media Awards, Music Themed Film, Biopic, or Musical: ''Wicked: For Good'', Jon M. Chu
* December 3, 2025: National Board of Review: Top 10 Films (one of ten, but not Film of the Year)
* December 4, 2025: American Film Institute Awards: Top 10 Films (one of ten)
* December 9, 2025: African-American Film Critics Association, Top Ten Films of the Year: ''Wicked: For Good''
* December 11, 2025: Astra Film Awards, Best Visual Effects: ''Wicked: For Good'', Pablo Helman, Jonathan Fawkner, Anthony Smith, Dale Newton, and Paul Corbould
* December 15, 2025: San Diego Film Critics Society, Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell, ''Wicked: For Good''
* December 19, 2025: Las Vegas Film Critics Society, Top Ten Films of the Year: ''Wicked: For Good''
* December 28, 2025: Iowa Film Critics Association
** Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande
** Best Song, "The Girl in the Bubble"
* December 29, 2025: The King's New Year's Honours List: Cynthia Erivo is named a Member of the British Empire (MBE)
* January 9, 2026: Astra Film Awards, Best Supporting Actress—Comedy or Musical: Ariana Grande
* January 16, 2026: American Cinematheque Tribute to the Crafts Awards, Choreography: Christopher Scott
* February 1, 2026: London Film Critics' Circle, Derek Malcolm Award for Innovation: Cynthia Erivo
* February 1, 2026: The Grammy Awards, Best Pop Duo/Group Performance: Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande, "Defying Gravity"
* February 8, 2026: Santa Barbara International Film Festival, Kirk Douglas Award: Cynthia Erivo
* February 9, 2026: The Lumiere Awards, the Judy Garland Award: Jon M. Chu
* February 12, 2026: Costume Designers Guild Awards, Excellence in Sci-Fi/Fantasy Film: Paul Tazewell
* February 16, 2026: Black Reel Awards, Outstanding Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
* February 21, 2026: Set Decorators Society of America Awards, Best Achievement in Décor/Design of a Comedy or Musical Feature Film: Nathan Crowley and Lee Sandales

''Wicked'' and ''Wicked: For Good'' have the following nominations for forthcoming awards:
* February 25, 2026: Visual Effects Society Awards, Outstanding Model in a Photoreal or Animated Project: "Bison" – Marco Chau, Giorgio Pennisi, Sowmya Ramakumar, Balazs Meszaros
* February 26, 2026: Artios Awards, Feature Big Budget–Comedy: Bernard Telsey, Tiffany Little Canfield; Ryan Bernard Tymensky (Associate Casting Director); Tamsyn Manson (Location Casting Director)
* February 28, 2026: ADG Excellence in Production Design Awards, Excellence in Production Design for a Fantasy Film: Nathan Crowley
* February 28, 2026: NAACP Image Awards
** Outstanding Motion Picture: ''Wicked: For Good''
** Outstanding Actress in a Motion Picture: Cynthia Erivo
** Outstanding Ensemble Cast in a Motion Picture: Jonathan Bailey, Marissa Bode, Colman Domingo, Cynthia Erivo, Jeff Goldblum, Ariana Grande, Ethan Slater, Bowen Yang, Michelle Yeoh
** Outstanding Costume Design (Television or Motion Picture): Paul Tazewell
** Outstanding Soundtrack/Compilation Album: ''Wicked: For Good—The Soundtrack''
* February 28, 2026: The Brit Awards, Song of the Year: "Defying Gravity", Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande
* February 28, 2026: ADG Excellence in Production Design Awards, Excellence in Production Design for a Fantasy Film: Nathan Crowley, ''Wicked: For Good''
* February 28, 2026: Guild of Music Supervisors Awards, Best Music Supervision in Major Budget Films: Maggie Rodford, ''Wicked: For Good''
* March 1, 2026: Actor Awards, Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Supporting Role: Ariana Grande
* March 3, 2026: Dorian Awards
** Supporting Film Performance of the Year: Ariana Grande
** Campiest Flick: ''Wicked: For Good''
** Wilde Artist Award: Cynthia Erivo
** Galeca LGBTQIA+ Film Trailblazer: Jonathan Bailey
* March 8, 2026: Satellite Awards
** Best Actress in a Motion Picture – Comedy or Musical: Cynthia Erivo
** Best Actress in a Supporting Role: Ariana Grande
** Best Original Song: "No Place Like Home", Stephen Schwartz; "The Girl in the Bubble", Stephen Schwartz
** Best Sound: Nancy Nugent Title, John Marquis, Andy Nelson, Simon Hayes, and Jack Dolman
** Best Production Design: Nathan Crowley and Lee Sandales
** Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
** Best Makeup and Hair: Frances Hannon, Mark Coulier, and Laura Blount
* March 8, 2026: The Saturn Awards
** Best Fantasy Film: ''Wicked: For Good''
** Best Actress in a Film: Cynthia Erivo, ''Wicked: For Good''
** Best Supporting Actor in a Film: Jeff Goldblum, ''Wicked: For Good''
** Best Supporting Actress in a Film: Ariana Grande, ''Wicked: For Good''
** Best Film Music: John Powell and Stephen Schwartz, ''Wicked: For Good''
** Best Film Production Design: Nathan Crowley and Lee Sandales, ''Wicked: For Good''
** Best Film Costume Design: Paul Tazewell, ''Wicked: For Good''
** Best Film Make-Up: Mark Coulier and Frances Hannon, ''Wicked: For Good''
** Best Film Visual/Special Effects: Pablo Helman and Dale Newton, ''Wicked: For Good''
** Best 4K Home Media Release: ''Wicked''
* March 13, 2026: International Cinematographers Guild, Maxwell Weinberg Award for Motion Picture Publicity Campaign: ''Wicked: For Good''
* March 26, 2026: iHeartRadio Music Awards
** Favorite Soundtrack: ''Wicked: For Good—The Soundtrack''
** Favorite On Screen: Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande

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==October 8, 2025: Robert A. Baum, 1942-2025==
[[file:Robert_A_Baum_Jr.webp|300 px|center]] Robert A. "Bob" Baum, great-grandson of L. Frank Baum and an important Oz scholar in his own right, passed away today at the age of 83. His generosity in sharing his family's collection and history has been a boon to Oz in many ways. Museums, documentaries, and Oz festivals and conventions have all been enhanced by Bob's donations. He was a consultant on the 1990 television movie ''The Dreamer of Oz'', a biopic of his great-grandfather, and even recreated Frank's home office on set using items from his own collection. He served the International Wizard of Oz Club as a director and contributor to ''The Baum Bugle'', as well as frequent convention guest. The [https://www.lulu.com/shop/bob-baum-and-don-abbott-and-rob-lauer-and-autumn-rose-frodelius/oziana-2022/paperback/product-pv4dmd.html?q=oziana+2022&page=1&pageSize=4 2022 issue of ''Oziana''], the Club's literary magazine, was a collection of Bob Baum's fanciful stories about his family history. He and his wife, Claire, would sometimes appear at events as L. Frank and Maud Baum to tell stories about their lives. For his many contributions, he was awarded the Oz Club's highest honor, named after his great-grandfather, in 2002.

(Information courtesy Jane Albright on Facebook. Photo courtesy [https://oz.fandom.com/wiki/Robert_A._Baum_Jr. The Oz Wiki].)

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==September 21, 2025: Elaine Merk Binder, 1930-2025==
Elaine Merk Binder, one of the last remaining actors who played a Munchkin in ''The Wizard of Oz'', passed away today at the age of 94. Born in Colorado, she appeared as an extra in several movies in the '30s, including an ''Our Gang'' short. She was one of a dozen young girls who filled in the ranks of background female Munchkins after Judy Garland's Dorothy arrives in Oz. But after 1940 she left show business, and went on to earn degrees in education and music. She appeared in the 2024 documentary series ''Memories of Oz'', reminiscing about making the movie.

(Information courtesy [https://variety.com/2025/film/news/elaine-merk-binder-dead-munchkin-wizard-of-oz-1236525749/ ''Variety''] and [https://www.imdb.com/name/nm5285756/ IMDB].)

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==August 8, 2025: ''The Baum Bugle'' Spring 2025==
[[file:Bbspring25.png|400 px|right]] The latest issue of ''The Baum Bugle'', the journal of the International Wizard of Oz Club, is now making its way to members. This issue celebrates the release of ''Wicked'' (Part 1).

In this issue:
* The front cover reprints the publicity shot of ''Wicked'' stars Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande recreating the original poster design for the ''Wicked'' stage show.
* The inside covers reprint Anton Loeb's endpaper design for the 1950 book adaptation of ''The Wizard of Oz''.
* The table of contents includes Mark Manley's ''Wicked'' tribute painting, "The Melting Occurred at the Thirteenth Hour".
* In "Letters", Oz Club President Ryan Bunch looks back at how the ''Bugle'' covered the path ''Wicked'' has taken from page to stage to screen, and ''Bugle'' editor Sarah K. Crotzer looks at how this issue's features came about.
* In "The Bugle Bulletin":
** The National Library Service (NLS) has [https://www.loc.gov/nls/new-materials/book-lists/wicked-and-the-wizard-of-oz/ a large collection of Oz materials] for the blind and print disabled.
** "Beyond the Shifting Sands" remembers recently passed Oz contributors Jean Marsh, Stephen J. Teller, Jack Van Camp, and Sally Roesch Wagner.
* Sarah K. Crotzer reacts to the ''Wicked'' film in "What Is This Feeling?"
* "What the Papers Said" looks at a number of reviews of ''Wicked'' from around the world.
* "Wicked Wares: Toys, Plushes, and Cinema Exclusives" by Jane Albright looks at a variety of ''Wicked'' movie collectibles.
* David Diket looks at the history and evolution of Wicked Witch of the West dolls in "My Beautiful Wickedness" and "David's Timeline of Beautifully Wicked Dolls".
* Karyl Carlson looks back at how she started creating [https://karylsozdolls.com/ custom Oz dolls] in "The Dollmaker of Oz".
* It's been twenty-five years since the last installment, but Carl Rexroad continues his look at political cartoons themed around ''The Wizard of Oz'' in "The Editorial Cartoons of Oz, Part 1: 125 Years Later, ''The Wizard of Oz'' Still Drives Political Debate".
* William STillman looks at the history of one of the bestselling Oz adaptations in "75 Years of Anton Loeb's ''The Wizard of Oz''".
* In "Oz in the Arts", Robert Lamont reviews [https://wizmusical.com/ the recent Broadway revival of ''The Wiz''] (now on tour).
* In "The Bugle Review":
** [https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0063377012/thewonderwizardo/ ''Elphie: A Wicked Childhood'' by Gregory Maguire], reviewed by Alan Wise.
** [https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B0DNKY21JB/thewonderwizardo/ The blu-ray release of ''Wicked''], reviewed by Sarah K. Crotzer.
** [https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/publisher/21442/double-critical-llc ''Adventules in Oz: Campaign Setting'' and ''Beasts & Beings'' role-playing campaign books], reviewed by Sarah K. Crotzer.
** [https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B0CSYB4B12/thewonderwizardo/ ''Wicked: The Game'' by Spin Master], reviewed by Sarah K. Crotzer.
* Michael Gessel remembers a recently deceased long-time Oz fan in "The Lifelong Scholar: Stephen J. Teller's Journey from Kansas to Oz".
* The back cover shows the Tonner Doll versions of Glinda and the Wicked Witch of the West.

Also included with this issue:
* This issue's Oz craft is a miniature version of the Emerald City Express train from the ''Wicked'' movie.
* And in the final (for now?) issue of ''The Emerald City Gazette'', the newspaper for younger Oz fans (of all ages), Bungle and Toto stroll through the Emerald Palace to ensure that those pesky nomes are finally gone for good.

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==July 19, 2025: Crotzer Wins L. Frank Baum Memorial Award==
This evening, Sarah K. Crotzer was presented the L. Frank Bam Memorial Award for her contributions to Oz. She has been a tireless Oz researcher and writer, with a special interest in the history of Oz games. She is also the current editor of ''The Baum Bugle'', the journal of the International Wizard of Oz Club, and recently became the longest-serving editor in Club history.

Also presented tonight were the Club's annual prizes for writing and art. This year's winners are:
* The Fred Otto Prize for Fiction:
** First place, Jesse Jury for "Four Friends of Oz"
** Second place, J. L. Bell for "Who's Got the Button?"
* The C. Warren Hollister Prize for Non-Fiction:
** First place, Rachel Graham for "An Essential Quickening: John R. Neill and the Art of Oz"
** Second place, Cynthia Ragni for "Project Ozma"
* The Rob Roy MacVeigh Prize for Art:
** First place, Jime Wimmer for "Dorothy and the Cyclone"
** Second place, Rob Lauer for "Ruth and Her Friends in Oz"

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==June 21, 2025: The Winkie Award==
Tonight, OzCon International gave its highest honor, the Winkie Award, to Sam Milazzo. The award recognizes all of the contributions Sam has made to the convention over the past few years, with presentations, panels, and generally helping out.

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==May 6, 2025: ''The Baum Bugle'' Winter 2024==
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It may be slipping back in the calendar a bit, but the latest issue of ''The Baum Bugle'', the journal of the International Wizard of Oz Club, is making its way to members' mailboxes now.

In this issue:
* All four covers celebrate the fiftieth anniversary of ''The Wiz'':
** The front cover features Stephanie Mills and Hinton Battle in [https://digitalcollections.nypl.org/items/0599e600-5cf5-0130-4cf7-58d385a7b928 a 1974 publicity shot for the musical].
** The inside front cover shows several costumes from the play on exhibit at [https://www.si.edu/museums/african-american-museum the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture].
** The inside back cover features production art for the play by Tom John.
** The back cover reproduces a new work, [https://artsofimagination.org/the-wiz-at-50/ ''The Journey from Home: Revisiting ''The Wiz'' at 50''], also by Tom John.
* In "Letters", Oz Club President Ryan Bunch reflects on fifty years of ''The Wiz'' and invites members to [the 2025 edition of the Club's annual convention in Aberdeen, South Dakota], while ''Bugle'' editor Sarah K. Crotzer also looks back at ''The Wiz'', as well as other anniversaries celebrated in this issue.
* News items highlighted in "The Bugle Bulletin":
** ''Wicked'' wins two Academy Awards, with [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KZtKj5-xE1I&ab_channel=Oscars Paul Tazewell becoming the first Black man to win the Oscar for Best Costume Design].
** The latest auction of a pair of Ruby Slippers shatters all records for the price paid for any kind of movie memorabilia.
** Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande team up to [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eedVl_LGwE4&ab_channel=PhVolleyball open the Oscars telecast with a medley of music from Oz movies].
** Recently passed Oz contributors remembered in "Beyond the Shifting Sands":
*** [https://www.abebooks.com/servlet/SearchResults?an=Baum&cm_sp=SearchF-_-home-_-Results&kn=Greg%20Hildebrandt&ref_=search_f_hp&sts=t&tn=The%20Wizard%20of%20Oz Greg Hildebrandt] and [https://www.abebooks.com/servlet/SearchResults?an=Baum&cm_sp=SearchF-_-home-_-Results&kn=Graham%20Rawle&ref_=search_f_hp&sts=t&tn=The%20Wizard%20of%20Oz Graham Rawle], both of whom illustrated ''The Wizard of Oz''.
*** Legendary composer and arranger Quincy Jones, who was an instrumental part of how ''The Wiz'' sounded in movie theaters.
* "Awards and Honors" announces Oz Club President Ryan Bunch as the recipient of the L. Frank Baum Memorial Award, the Club's highest honor, for 2024.
* "They Call My Name: An Interview with George Faison" looks at the life and career of the choreographer. His credits include the original Broadway production of ''The Wiz''.
* "The ''Wiz'' That Wasn't" by Sarah K. Crotzer digs into the casting process for the original company of ''The Wiz'' and reveals who else tried out, or was at least considered, for the major rolls. (There are some definite surprises!)
* "The ''Wiz'' That Was" by Sarah K. Crotzer looks at ''The Wiz'' costumes held by the National Museum of African American History and Culture.
* Crotzer also considers Grampa's game leg and the game you play with it in "A Few Inessential Thoughts About the Game of Scrum".
* "Coming and Going" looks at a few short thoughts about ''Grampa in Oz''.
* "Oz Under Scrutiny", once again compiled by Scott Cummings, looks at what the press of 1924 thought of ''Grampa in Oz''.
* In part two of the interview "Journey to the ''Annotated Wizard'' with Michael Patrick Hearn", the author of ''The Annotated Wizard of Oz'' recounts the aftermath of the book's original 1973 publication.
* L. Frank Baum's great-granddaughter, Gita Dorothy Morena, solves the mystery of a Baum family treasure in "A Letter to Oz Enthusiasts from a Forgotten Baum Illustration".
* "Guaranteed For a Thousand Years", a wrap-up of recent Oz events, reports on the 2024 editions of OzCon International and Oz, The National Convention.
* New products presented in "The Bugle Review":
** [https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B0DVQSJLLX/thewonderwizardo/ ''After Oz'' by Gordon McAlpine], reviewed by Mike Penick
** [https://hungrytigerpress.store/product/all-wound-up-the-making-of-the-tik-tok-man-of-oz/ ''All Wound Up: The Making of ''The Tik-Tok Man of Oz by Eric Shanower], [https://hungrytigerpress.store/product/the-tik-tok-man-of-oz-performance-script/ ''The Tik-Tok Man of Oz Performance Script'' by L. Frank Baum], and [https://hungrytigerpress.store/product/the-tik-tok-man-of-oz-piano-vocal-score/ ''The Tik-Tok Man of Oz Piano-Vocal Score'' by Louis F. Gottschalk and L. Frank Baum], reviewed by Atticus Gannaway.
** [https://joetunes.ca/ ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', ''The Marvelous Land of Oz'', and ''Ozma of Oz'' complete audio books by the Toronto Civic Light Opera Company], reviewed by Sarah K. Crotzer.
** [https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B0CST87Z4J/thewonderwizardo/ The ''Wicked'' edition of ''Monopoly''], reviewed by Sarah K. Crotzer.
** A quartet of ''Wicked'' tie-in books ([https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0593896866/thewonderwizardo/ ''I Am Elphaba''], [https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0593896882/thewonderwizardo/ ''I Am Glinda''], [https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B0CZJQXCQY/thewonderwizardo/ ''Defying Gravity: The Illustrated Lyrics''] and a replica of [https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B0CZJRSY9M/thewonderwizardo/ ''The Story of Oz & the Wonderful Wizard'']), reviewed by Atticus Gannaway.
* "Adventures in Oz" sees Brady Schwind interviewing Tom John, the original scenic designer for ''The Wiz''.

Also included with this issue:
* A registration form for [https://www.ozclub.org/oz-in-aberdeen-a-convention-to-remember/ the 2025 editino of Oz, the National Convention] in Aberdeen, South Dakota.
* A flyer for one of the Club's latest publications, [https://www.ozclub.org/product/bibliographia-baumiana/ ''Bibliographia Baumiana''].
* This issue's craft is a melting Evillene, based on the original Broadway run of ''The Wiz''.
* And in the latest issue of ''The Oz Gazette'', the newsletter for younger Oz fans (of all ages):
** Editor-in-Chief Katie Jones, with assistance from the Head of Security the Gump, updates readers on the hunt for Nomes and the Glass Cat.
** The Scarecrow's book column looks at other books puplished in 1924, like ''Grampa in Oz''.
** Based off of the article speculating what scrum might be like in ''The Baum Bugle'', the Patchwork Girl presents the board, pieces, and rules for Camette, a simplified (for space reasons) version of the game Camelot.
** Finally, a little bit of verse from…the Glass Cat?

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==May 5, 2025: Mattydale, New York, to Honor L. Frank Baum==
Mattydale, New York, will honor native son L. Frank Baum and his greatest work, ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', on May 17. Mattydale was the site of Baum's childhood home, Roselawn, and the city will commemorate Baum's birth and the 125th anniversary of the publication of the first Oz book with a historical marker at the site. The marker will be at 2601 Brewerton Road, which will soon be the site of a community center.A reception will be held from 1:00 to 5:00 pm at the Kreuger Funeral Home.

(Information courtesy [https://cnycentral.com/news/local/mattydale-celebrates-125-years-of-the-wonderful-wizard-of-oz-with-historical-marker CNYCentral].)

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==April 13, 2025: Jean Marsh, 1934-2025==
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Jean Marsh, OBE, the lauded British actor, passed away today from complications of dementia. She was 90. Born July 1, 1934 in Stoke Newington, London, she studied dance, singing, and acting before beginning her professional career in the 1950s. Among her movies were ''Cleopatra'', ''Jane Eyre'' (1972), ''Frenzy'', ''The Eagle Has Landed'', and ''Willow''. She was probably best known for her television work, however, in shows in both the United States and the United Kingdom, including appearances in ''The Twilight Zone'', ''The Saint'', ''Doctor Who'', ''I Spy'', ''Adam Adamant Lives!'', ''UFO'', ''The Waltons'', ''Hawaii Five-O'', the ''9 to 5'' series, ''The Love Boat'', ''Murder, She Wrote'', and the 1990s revival of ''The Tomorrow People''. But she is best known for co-creating, with Eileen Atkins, the period drama ''Upstairs, Downstairs'', about the servants in a great house. Marsh also starred in the show as maid Rose Buck, for which she won an Emmy Award in 1975 as well as other awards. When the BBC revived the show in 2010, Marsh was the only actor to return. Marsh and Atkins also created the series ''House of Elliott'' in 1991, which she did not appear in. For her services to drama, Marsh was made a member of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire by Queen Elizabeth II in 2012. For Oz fans, however, as well as many movie-going kids in the 1980s, she will always be known for her dual role as Nurse Wilson and Princess Mombi in the 1985 Disney film ''Return to Oz''.

(Information courtesy [https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c045dk29xqqo the BBC] and [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jean_Marsh Wikipedia].)

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==March 18, 2025: Saliterman, Ruby Slipper Thief, Dies==
Charges against Jerry Hal Saliterman, who had pled guilty to playing a part in the 2005 theft of the Ruby Slippers from the Judy Garland Museum, have been dismissed when prosecutors informed the court that he had died the day before. Saliterman's defense attorney, John Brink, confirmed the passing. The 77-year-old Saliterman had been hospitalized with lung disease and other ailments, and his most recent court appearance, in January, had been a remote feed from his hospital room. At that time, he changed his initial plea to guilty of charges of theft of a major artwork and witness tampering.

(Information courtesy [https://apnews.com/article/stolen-ruby-slippers-wizard-of-oz-death-b82e6ed5049d2f11cf9a38b38e5eb463 The Associated Press].)

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==Rumor Control==
(Because of the many questions I am asked about possible forthcoming Oz projects or other bits of pseudo-news, I have added this section to answer some of these inquiries.)

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Three horror-themed takes on Oz are currently in the works:
* It looks like [https://bloody-disgusting.com/exclusives/3919064/return-to-oz-with-gale-yellow-brick-road-poster-by-creepy-duck-design-exclusive/ ''Gale: Yellow Brick Road''], about Dorothy's granddaughter Emily being drawn into a nightmare version of Oz, will get a limited release in February 2026.
* ''Dorothy: The Haunting of Oz'' is in post-production and looking for a 2026 release.
* ''Wicked of Oz'' was announced for a release right before ''Wicked: For Good'', but was quietly withdrawn and is now awaiting another possible release.
If any of these go into general release, they'll appear on this website's events page.

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''Dorothy'' is in development for Prime Video, with executive producers Gwen Stefani, Blake Shelton, and Gina Matthews. You can see the initial report on this [https://deadline.com/2025/08/gwen-stefani-blake-shelton-wizard-of-oz-prime-video-1236497977/ right here].

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The latest Oz projects to be announced in Hollywood: ''Cheshire Crossing'', the graphic novel by Andy Weir and Sarah Anderson, optioned by Amblin Partners (see [https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/heat-vision/amblin-michael-de-luca-tackling-martian-author-s-fantasy-graphic-novel-cheshire-crossing-1255011 this report]); and an animated musical adaptation of the book ''Toto: The Dog-Gone Amazing Story of the Wizard of Oz'', where the story is told from Toto's point of view, to be produced at Warner Bros. (see [https://deadline.com/2020/10/toto-the-dog-gone-amazing-story-of-the-wizard-of-oz-animated-pic-in-the-works-at-warner-bros-1234596757/ this source]).

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Okay, yes, word has leaked out that Warner Bros. tried to talk Robert Zemeckis into directing a remake of ''The Wizard of Oz'', using the same screenplay as the famous 1939 Judy Garland version. Zemeckis already rejected the idea. This probably puts the idea on the back burner for a while, and based on the ''extreme'' negative reaction the idea got, I suspect it will stay there. Rumors of this have surfaced again, but appear to be the result of someone finding the old story and running it again.

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It's getting harder and harder to keep up with all of the currently planned Oz movie and television projects. Bear in mind that at this stage, most of it is speculation and/or not even in pre-production, or possibly even a game of "Telephone". But here are some of the current Oz movies that could be coming to your local theater in the next few years:

*''The Road to Oz'', a movie biopic about the life of L. Frank Baum and how he created Oz, starring Eddie Redmayne as Frank. (See reports [http://www.theguardian.com/film/2015/aug/06/eddie-redmayne-wizard-of-oz-author-l-frank-baum here] and [http://www.joblo.com/movie-news/eddie-redmayne-to-play-author-l-frank-baum-in-biopic-road-to-oz-268 here].)
*''Dark Oz 3-D'', based on the old Caliber comic book.
*A non-musical, faithful adaptation of ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'' from New Line and [http://www.templehillent.com/ Temple Hill].
*''The Oz Wars'', which would have the witches fighting for control of the Emerald City while the Wizard leads the resistance.
*John Boorman's [http://www.actionsynthese.com/index2.php?language=en animated adaptation of ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz''] seems to be on track for release — in France. Once it's released, an English-language release will likely come out soon afterwards. (However, in a [http://www.filmireland.net/2011/03/16/interview-with-john-boorman/ recent interview], Boorman admitted that the project has stalled due to lack of funding.)
*''Oz: Return to the Emerald City'' was one of two possible competing projects at Warner Bros. This original sequel may now be shopped around to other studios, or turned into a novel.
*[http://www.independentstoriesinc.com/WonderfulWizard.htm ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz''], a low-budget independent production from Barnyard Studios and Used Productions. This is very much a shoestring production, which is looking for money and actors. But its Kickstarter campaign to raise the last money it needed was a success, so it may be finished soon.
*[http://valleywind.com/legendofoz/ ''Legend of Oz''], a modern retelling of ''The Wizard of Oz'' from Valley Wind Productions in Ottawa.
*[http://www.heyuguys.co.uk/2010/06/16/are-the-polish-brothers-planning-their-own-trip-to-oz/ ''Oz''], a new telling of ''The Wizard of Oz''.
*A still unnamed horror movie set in the 1920s with Dorothy meeting Alice in Bedlam Asylum.
*[http://www.screendaily.com/festivals/berlin/european-film-market/mcnamara-to-direct-young-santa/5066468.article ''Young Santa'']., based on L. Frank Baum's book ''The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus'' and directed by Sean McNamara.
*''How the Wizard Came to Oz'', based on two books by Donald Abbott.
*Not entirely Oz, strictly speaking, but the Judy Garland biography ''Get Happy'' may be made into a movie, featuring Anne Hathaway as Garland.

And it's not limited to movies any more. In development for television:

*[http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/heat-vision/warner-horizon-turn-oz-fantasy-420517 ''Red Brick Road''], a television series continuation of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in the style of ''Game of Thrones''. The latest word is that this is being developed for the Lifetime channel.
*[http://www.deadline.com/2013/08/cbs-developing-wizard-of-oz-themed-medical-drama-from-timbermanbeverly/ ''Dorothy''], an Oz-themed medical drama in development at CBS
*[http://www.cinemablend.com/television/Tim-Kring-Developing-Wizard-Oz-Drama-Dorothy-Must-Die-CW-58899.html ''Dorothy Must Die''], in which Dorothy has returned to Oz and become a dictator, in development at the CW. This would be based on the book series of the same name.
*''Warriors of Oz'', a post-apocalyptic version in development at Syfy.
* A ''Wicked'' television miniseries, based on the original book (not the stage musical). Salma Hayak was attached to this as a producer. When last heard of, it was under development at ABC.

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No, Peter Jackson is ''not'' producing or directing a billion-dollar all-CGI remake of ''The Wizard of Oz'' for Warner Bros. How do stories like this get started? Oh, maybe in [http://www.aintitcool.com/node/31184 stories like this]...

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In recent years, there have been proposals for other Oz or related projects, none of which now appear that they will get off the ground. Among them:

*''Lost in Oz'', a series that was to feature Melissa George as a Kansas university student who is whisked to Oz sixty years after the events of ''The Wizard of Oz'' (The Movie) and helping to spearhead a rebellion against the new Wicked Witch of the West. Although developed for the WB and a pilot film produced, it was never picked up, nor the pilot shown. (But keep an eye out on auction sites, as a bootleg DVD sometimes shows up…)
*A television miniseries based on Gregory Maguire's novel ''Wicked'', with Demi Moore in the title role. (There are stories that the people developing this version later pushed their involvement into the musical version now playing on Broadway and elsewhere.)
*''The O. Z.'', a hip-hop flavored re-telling of ''The Wizard of Oz'' for Fox. Among the rumored Dorothy's at one point were Brandy, Mya, and the late Aaliyah. Justin Timberlake, John Leuizamo, and Little Richard were mentioned for other parts.
*''Surrender Dorothy''. Drew Barrymore as Dorothy's great-granddaughter coming to Oz, and battling the Wicked Witch of the West's granddaughter. (Rumors of this recently resurfaced, but were quickly squelched. This project is dead.)
*''Somewhere'' starring Elizabeth Taylor as Dorothy, now a grandmother, returning to Oz. The deaths of both Taylor and developer Rod Steiger means this is unlikely to ever happen.
*''Pamela West'', where the Wicked Witch is the innocent victim and Dorothy (with Toto as a pit bull) is the evil interloper.
*''The Land of Oz'' (not based on the book of the same name), produced by Hallmark for NBC. This eventually became the basis for the Sci Fi Channel miniseries ''Tin Man''.
*''The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus'' from Circa Pictures. It's no longer listed on their website.
*''The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus'' from Hyde Park Entertainment and Toonz Entertainment.
*A Bollywood adaptation of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in India.
*A movie version of American McGee's (later cancelled) ''Oz'' video game.
*Geoff Ryman's ''Was''.

If progress is made on any of these projects, such as actually going into production or a release date announced, the news will be posted as quickly as possible on this page. But at this stage, any of these going into production is very unlikely. (However, ''Tin Man'' was part of this list for some time before its eventual completion and broadcast on the Sci-Fi Channel.)

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2026-02-22T21:47:46Z

Ericgjovaag: /* The Wizard of Oz on Ice on tour */

Other Oz events can also be found on [https://www.ozclub.org/calendar/ the International Wizard of Oz Club's online calendar].

Please note that, since I live in the United States and most Oz events take place in the United States, I will identify most event locations by city and state only. Any events taking place in other countries will include the name of the country as well.

==Going on now==
===''Wicked'' play, around the world===
'''Now playing: ''Wicked''.''' This is the award-winning musical based on Gregory Maguire's novel ''Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West''. The book is by Winnie Holzman, the music by Stephen Schwartz, and the show is directed by Joe Mantello. It has done so well, it has spawned the following productions:

* [http://www.gershwintheatre.com/ Gershwin Theater], Broadway, New York City, New York. Tickets may be purchased online at [http://www.ticketmaster.com/venue/24579 ticketmaster.com]. For more details, go to [http://wickedthemusical.com/ wickedthemusical.com]. For a "Behind the Emerald Curtain" tour on Saturday mornings, go to https://wickedthemusical.com/behind-the-emerald-curtain#scrolldown for details.

* The Apollo Victoria Theatre, The West End, London, England, United Kingdom. For more information, including booking tickets, see http://www.wickedthemusical.co.uk/.

* ''Wicked'' is also touring the United States and Canada. For more information and updates about the tour, see https://wickedthemusical.com/tickets/#tour. Here's the current schedule (locations and dates are subject to change):
** Now through March 1, 2026: [https://rbtl.org/ West Herr Auditorium Theatre], Rochester, New York
** March 4-22, 2026: [https://www.ppacri.org/events/detail/wicked-2 Providence Performing Arts Center], Providence, Rhode Island
** March 25-April 5, 2026: [https://www.broadwayincolumbia.com/upcoming-shows/ Koger Center for the Arts], Columbia, South Carolina
** April 8-19, 2026: [https://www.celebrityattractions.com/shows/10200/WICKED/Little-Rock/2026 Robinson Center], Little Rock, Arkansas
** April 22-May 3, 2026: Juanita K. Hammons Hall, Springfield, Missouri
** May 6-June 14, 2026: [https://dallas.broadway.com/shows/wicked/ Music Hall at Fair Park], Dallas, Texas
** June 17-July 5, 2026: [https://ticketomaha.com/Productions/wicked Orpheum Theater], Omaha, Nebraska
** July 8-August 9, 2026: [https://hennepinarts.org/events/wicked Orpheum Theatre], Minneapolis, Minnesota
** August 12-30, 2026: [https://kansascity.broadway.com/shows/wicked/ Music Hall], Kansas City, Missouri
** September 2-20, 2026: [https://www.desmoinesperformingarts.org/whats-on/events/2025-26/broadway/wicked Des Moines Civic Center], Des Moines, Iowa

* The Korean production is now on tour. The show's website is at https://www.wickedthemusical.co.kr/Home/Index. Here are the current dates:
** Now through March 1, 2026: Keimyung Arts Center, Daegu

* A non-reproduction staging is now running at the Teatr Muzyczny ROMA in Warsaw, Poland. For more information, see https://www.teatrroma.pl/spektakl/wicked/.

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===''The Wiz'' play, national tour===
'''''The Wiz'' play, national tour.''' After its Broadway run, this new staging of the Tony-winning musical adaptation of ''The Wizard of Oz'' heads out on a North American tour. The following dates have been announced:

* March 3-15, 2026: [https://cincinnati.broadway.com/shows/the-wiz/ Aronhoff Center], Cincinnati, Ohio
* April 21-26, 2026: [https://www.altriatheater.com/events/detail/the-wiz-2025 Altria Center], Richmond, Virginia
* May 5-10, 2026: [https://www.celebrityattractions.com/shows/10194/THE-WIZ/Tulsa/2026 Tulsa Performing Arts Center], Tulsa, Oklahoma
* May 12-17, 2026: [https://austin.broadway.com/shows/the-wiz/ Bass Concert Hall], Austin, Texas
* May 19-24, 2026: [https://www.okcbroadway.com/wiz Civic Center Music Hall], Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
* May 26-31, 2026: [https://americantheatreguild.com/toledo/shows/the-wiz/ Stranahan Theater], Toledo, Ohio

More dates and cities will be coming. For more information, see the show's website at https://wizmusical.com/.

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===''The Wizard of Oz on Ice'' on tour===
'''Now on Tour: ''The Wizard of Oz on Ice''.''' The new, reimagined version of the 1990s ice show returns for another season. The company has announced the following tour dates:
* February 25, 2026: [https://www.springfieldartscouncil.org/event/the-all-new-wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Clark State Performing Arts Center], Springfield, Ohio
* February 26, 2026: [https://luhrscenter.com/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Luhrs Performing Arts Center], Shippensburg, Pennsylvania
* March 5, 2026: [https://www.artsblooming.org/home-bcpa Bloomington Center for the Arts], Bloomington, Illinois
* March 6, 2026: [https://leachtheatre.mst.edu/events/2025/wiz-oz-on-ice/ Leach Theatre], Rolla, Missouri
* March 7, 2026: [https://www.hutchinsonfox.com/events/the-wizard-of-oz-on-ice Hutchinson's Historic Fox Theatre], Hutchinson, Kansas
* March 8, 2026: [https://www.topekaperformingarts.org/events/2026/the-wizard-of-oz-on-ice Topeka Performing Arts Center], Topeka, Kansas
* March 11, 2026: [https://mizzouarts.missouri.edu/university-concert-series-returns-for-118th-season/ Jesse Auditorium, University of Missouri], Columbia, Missouri
* March 14, 2026: [https://www.skokospac.org/ Shokos Performing Arts Center], Alma, Arkansas
* March 15, 2026: [https://www.coppellartscenter.org/events/detail/2026-wizard-of-oz-on-ice Coppell Arts Center], Coppell, Texas
* March 19, 2026: [https://coffeecountyartsalliance.org/product/wizard/ Enterprise High School Performing Arts Center], Enterprise, Alabama
* March 20, 2026: [https://fordcenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Ford Center for the Performing Arts], Oxford, Mississippi
* March 21, 2026: [https://tickets.thegrand.com/Online/mapSelect.asp?doWork::WSmap::loadMap=Load&createBO::WSmap=1&BOparam::WSmap::loadMap::performance_ids=BF23CAB4-BB58-48F2-B25A-98FC0873E482 The Grand 1894 Opera House], Galveston, Texas
* March 22, 2026: [https://ci.ovationtix.com/35987/production/1241069?performanceId=11647305 Temple Theater], Lufkin, Texas
* March 27, 2026: [https://www.moonlightstage.com/shows-tickets Moonlight Amphitheatre], Vista, California
* March 28, 2026: [https://www.ycpac.com/Online/default.asp?BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Avenue_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Acity_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Amonth_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Aobject_type_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Acategory_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_from=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_to=&doWork%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3Asearch=1&BOparam%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3Asearch%3A%3Aarticle_search_id=EE8716B4-0827-4B0D-9ACB-038A148DF966&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_criteria=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_from=2026-3-28&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_to=2026-3-28 Jim and Linda Lee Performing Arts Center], Prescott, Arizona
* March 29, 2026: [https://tickets.haughpac.com/wizard Haugh Performing Arts Center], Glendora, California
* March 30, 2026: [https://higleycenter.org/ Higley Center for the Performing Arts], Gilbert, Arizona
* April 10, 2026: [https://www.sunsetcenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Sunset Cultural Center], Carmel-by-the-Sea, California
* April 11, 2026: [https://www.lpac.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Lancaster Performing Arts Center], Lancaster, California
* April 12, 2026: [https://livermorearts.org/ Livermore Valley Performing Arts Center], Livermore, California
* April 15, 2026: [https://craterian.org/event/the-wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Craterian Theater], Medford, Oregon
* April 16, 2026: [https://columbiatheatre.com/new-events/wizard-of-oz-on-ice Columbia Theatre], Longview, Washington
* April 17, 2026: [https://www.washingtoncenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice-4-17-2026/ Washington Center for the Performing Arts], Olympia, Washington
* April 19, 2026: [https://buttearts.org/ Mother Lode Theatre], Butte, Montana
* April 30, 2026: [https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/41568594/wizard-of-oz-on-ice-pembroke-givens-performing-arts-center?_gl=1*17vkium*_ga*MTg1OTc1NzAyOS4xNzU3MTE1MzQz*_ga_LQFXLBGNDL*czE3NTcxMTUzNDMkbzEkZzEkdDE3NTcxMTUzNzMkajMwJGwwJGgw Givens Performing Arts Center], Pembroke, North Carolina

For more information about the show, see the website at https://wizardofozonice.com/.

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===''Ozmafia'' anime series, on the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Ozmafia'' anime series, crunchyroll.com.''' In this Japanese anime series (based on the video game of the same name), Scarlet is a new transfer student at Oz Academy. He doesn't get off to a good start, but the teachers seem nice enough. But what strange secrets are hiding at Oz Academy, and why are they at war with the other academies? Episodes (in Japanese, with English subtitles) are available to view online at http://www.crunchyroll.com/ozmafia for free.

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===''The Wizard of Oz'' and ''The Wiz'', throughout the United Kingdom===
'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz'', throughout the United Kingdom.''' Oz is a popular show to perform in the United Kingdom, and there always seems to be a show going on somewhere. For a complete listing of all upcoming productions of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in the United Kingdom, see the listings at [http://www.list.co.uk/events/theatre/what:The%20Wizard%20of%20Oz/sort:date/show:100/ ''The List''], naturally. They also have listings for performances of [http://www.list.co.uk/events/theatre/what:The%20Wiz/sort:date/show:100/ ''The Wiz''].

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===''Emerald City'' television series, NBC.com===
'''''Emerald City'' television series, NBC.com''' The latest Oz TV project has gone through its broadcast run on NBC. But the show's website is still up at http://www.nbc.com/emerald-city. You can still watch episodes online at http://www.nbc.com/emerald-city/episodes, and the show is also streaming on Peacock.

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===''Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz'', Internet Streaming and Cablecast===
'''Now playing: ''Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz'' cartoon series, Internet Streaming.''' This is the latest Oz cartoon series, based (very loosely) on the famous 1939 film version. Dorothy is now a princess of Oz and living in the Emerald City with Queen Ozma. But she's still having adventures! For more information, see the show's website at https://watch.boomerang.com/shows/dorothy-franchise/series/dorothy-series/volume-1. Or, if you have the Boomerang or Cartoon Network cable channels, episodes are now being shown in territories around the world, outside the United States, also have the show, so check your local version of the Cartoon Network, Boomerang, or Max channels or websites.

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===''Lost in Oz'' series, Internet streaming===
'''Now playing: ''Lost in Oz'', Amazon Video streaming.''' This animated series from Amazon tells the story of Dorothy, a modern-day girl, and her dog Toto, who are whisked to Oz when Dorothy opens one of her mother's old journals. To get home, she must find the elements of magic and help restore magic to Oz. Fortunately she has made friends with Ojo the Munchkin and West, a trainee witch, to help her out. To get started, see Amazon's ''Lost in Oz'' website at https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00Z89MYTI! And in November of 2022, [https://www.youtube.com/embed/h4fc1XvdBrk this short was dropped] with news of what's to come.

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===''Dee & Friends in Oz'', Netflix worldwide===
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'''Now playing: ''Dee & Friends in Oz'', Netflix worldwide.''' The streaming service has announced their new shows for 2024, including ''Dee & Friends in Oz'', an animated musical series aimed at preschoolers. Dee is a young girl who discovers a key to the magical land of Oz, where she makes friends and has has adventures where she saves the day. Want a sneak peek? [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oPAZCfmc0mQ&ab_channel=NetflixJr. Here's the first episode!]

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===''Chronicles of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now streaming: The ''Chronicles of Oz'' podcast.''' This audio adaptation of the first three Oz books, each in six episodes, presents ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', ''The Marvellous Land of Oz'', and ''Ozma of Oz'', plus a special episode adapting ''The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus''. Produced by Crossover Adventure Productions out of Australia. All episodes, along with trailers and other materials, can be downloaded at http://chroniclesofoz.com/.

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===''The Royal Podcast of Oz'', the Internet===
'''Now streaming: ''The Royal Podcast of Oz'', podbean.com and other podcasting sites.''' Now running for over a decade, this podcast is devoted to all things Oz, with interviews, reviews, news, and other items of interest to Oz fans of all types. You can listen to or download all editions at https://anchor.fm/the-royal-podcast-of-oz/, or look for it on your favorite podcast site.

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===''Wait Wait…Don't Tell Me'', National Public Radio===
'''Now streaming: ''Wait Wait…Don't Tell Me'' edition of May 11, 2019, npr.org.''' The popular current events quiz show recorded this episode in St. Louis, and got one of the city's most celebrated residents to play "Not My Job". Former Cardinals shortstop and Hall of Fame inductee Ozzie Smith was nicknamed "The Wizard of Oz" in his playing days, so naturally, he gets to answer questions about ''The Wizard of Oz''! You can listen to the entire episode [https://www.npr.org/programs/wait-wait-dont-tell-me/722132214/wait-wait-for-may-11-2019-with-not-my-job-guest-ozzie-smith?showDate=2019-05-11 here], or just Smith's segment [https://www.npr.org/2019/05/11/721853591/not-my-job-we-quiz-baseball-great-ozzie-smith-on-the-wizard-of-oz here].

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===''Hit the Bricks!'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Hit the Bricks!'' podcast, the Internet.''' One hundred years after the events of ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', the Gale farm is abandoned, and a new generation is off to have adventures in Oz. The first act has now dropped, with further episodes to come. For more information, see the show's website at https://hitthebricks.com/, and its Twitter feed at https://twitter.com/HitTheBricksPod/.

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===''The Smallwood Sessions'' podcast, "The Podcast of Oz", the Internet===
'''Now playing: "The Podcast of Oz" episode of ''The Smallwood Sessions'' podcast.''' To celebrate what would have been the 2020 edition of Chittenango's Oz-Stravaganza, this podcast about upstate New York celebrates Oz and creator L. Frank Baum's connections to the area. To listen, go to https://anchor.fm/josh-taylor87/episodes/Episode-22-The-Podcast-of-Oz-ef05f4.

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===''Down the Yellow Brick Pod'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Down the Yellow Brick Pod'' podcast.''' This podcast takes a deep dive into the Oz books, one chapter at a time, and looks at all that they encompass. Available on many podcast sources, including Google Podcasts, and through [https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS8xMTcyMTM4LnJzcw?hl=en this link].

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===''The Wonderful Recap of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''The Wonderful Recap of Oz'' podcast.''' This podcast recaps the Oz books, one per episode. Available Available on many podcast sources, including Google Podcasts, and through [https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy80ZjgyMWIyYy9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw== this link].

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===''No Place Like Home'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''No Place Like Home'' podcast.''' This podcast looks at the Ruby Slippers, how they were stolen in 2005 and found again in 2018, and all the background behind them, the production of The Movie, the life of Judy Garland, and more. Available on most podcasting sites. For more information, the show's website is at https://shows.cadence13.com/podcast/noplacelikehome.

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===''The Lost Princess of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''The Lost Princess of Oz'' podcast.''' A new, original Oz story for kids (of all ages), told in six parts, with songs, and presented by the Delaware Children's Theatre. Although based on Baum's writings, this is not the same story as his novel ''The Lost Princess of Oz''. For more information, or to subscribe, see the show's website at https://www.thelostprincessofozpodcast.com/.

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===''The Wizard of Oz: A Homegrown American Fairy Tale'' radio broadcast, BBC World Service===
'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz: A Homegrown American Fairy Tale'' radio documentary, BBC World Service and online streaming.''' This program looks at the origins and mythology of ''The Wizard of Oz'' and how it came about. It is currently available to listen or download online, anywhere in the world. Check the program's website at https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/w3ct1rl9 to listen to it online, or to download it.

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===To Oz? To Oz! online convention, the Internet===
'''To Oz? To Oz! online convention.''' With so many Oz events having to be cancelled this year because of the COVID-19 pandemic, a bunch of them got together to present some of their events to a worldwide, online audience for free. The live portions of the convention have now ended, but if you go to https://ozis.us/, you can see many prerecorded talks and events.

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===The OzConnection, YouTube===
'''The OzConnection, YouTube.''' OzCon International, the world's longest running ''Wizard of Oz'' convention, now has a YouTube channel at "The OzConnection", which features highlights of earlier cons and new material. The link is at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQU5pEFZZ6n_vXvRalgclSg.

The OzConnection has recently started two shows specifically for their channel. The first is a talk show called "OZ:Connect", which you can find in a playlist at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r-NAe0FKDXk&list=PLVNfENfXbx111GmnLLJFklUVGxPl1zUC-. The other new show is "Crypto-Oz-ology", short stories about all kinds of unusual happenings in Oz, which is in a playlist at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sCoSH97u4ts&list=PLVNfENfXbx11g0DhXikoqyP0dslwHeC1h.

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===Oz Talk, YouTube===
'''''Oz Talk'' panel talk show, YouTube.''' Join five Oz friends as they discuss any and all Oz subjects under the sun. New episodes will drop every two weeks on [https://www.youtube.com/c/TheOfficialOzClub/videos the Official Oz Club's YouTube Channel]. You can find the playlist for ''Oz Talk'' at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VNINbbefPS4&list=PL3OVMLWgINCRfgeWZR8GPJOp11rR73Ssc.

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===''Fifty Years of Oziana'' Readings, Youtube===
'''''Fifty Years of Oziana'' short story readings, YouTube.''' To celebrate fifty years of ''Oziana'', the International Wizard of Oz Club's annual literary magazine, Club members read stories from the last five decades. Many authors have even revisited their own stories. You can see the playlist of all stories [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hm6WXDLg9U8&list=PL3OVMLWgINCQ2a_CDuBggCt7kCYVaS4yD right here].

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===''Rainbow'' movie, Netflix===
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'''Now playing: ''Rainbow'', on Netflix worldwide.''' The first streaming service premieres this new movie, from director Paco León, that uses themes and imagery from ''The Wizard of Oz'' to explore the coming of age of Dora, a young Spanish woman who finds that everything she thought she knew about her life may be wrong. Available in an English dub, or with English subtitles.

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===The Wizard of Oz Experience, Around the World===
'''The Wizard of Oz Experience.''' The interactive outdoors event will be making making another set of appearances around the United States, Canada, and Australia in the spring of 2024. Take a look at https://questoapp.com/ for when it's coming to your town.

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===The Wicked Wizard Afternoon Tea, London, England, United Kingdom===
'''The Wicked Wizard Afternoon Tea, The Franklin Hotel, London, England, United Kingdom.''' Enjoy an Oz-themed tea, inspired by ''The Wizard of Oz'' and ''Wicked'', in the heart of London's Knightsbridge district. Tea is served from noon to 6:00, costs £49 (spirits are extra), and reservations must be made at least twenty-four hours in advance. For more information, including the menu, see [https://collezione.starhotels.com/en/our-hotels/the-franklin-london/restaurants-and-bars/wicked-wizard-at-the-franklin.html?_gl=1*1cfuckg*_up*MQ..*_gs*MQ..*_ga*MzU1MjIzMDI0LjE3NDE1NzY0NjA.*_ga_444Y1N2CEK*MTc0MTU3NjQ1OC4xLjEuMTc0MTU3NjU3NS4wLjAuMTkzNzQwNjk0Nw..*_ga_YXSDGTQ8NB*MTc0MTU3NjQ1OC4xLjEuMTc0MTU3NjU3NS4wLjAuNDIxNjUwMTc1&gclid=Cj0KCQiAlbW-BhCMARIsADnwasphX4BQH4lMNEKBognzeTmjcu96bA-ZlcDfhhU2ouaxc5CgyV41YLMaAjUfEALw_wcB the Franklin's website].

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===''Ruby Red Handed: Stealing America’s Most Famous Pair of Shoes'', Hulu===
'''Now playing: ''Ruby Red Handed: Stealing America’s Most Famous Pair of Shoes'', Hulu Streaming Service.''' This ABC News documentary delves into the 2005 theft of a pair of Ruby Slippers in Minnesota and the subsequent investigation and recovery. Keep an eye out here for more information and links.

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===''The Wizard of Oz'', Las Vegas, Nevada===
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'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz'' at the Sphere, Las Vegas, Nevada.''' See the famous 1939 film version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in a whole new way. This is an immersive reimagining in 16K on a huge screen surrounding the audience. For more information and to buy tickets, go to https://www.thesphere.com/shows/wizard-of-oz-experience.

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===Candlelight: ''The Wizard of Oz'' concerts, around the world===
'''Candlelight: ''The Wizard of OZ'' concerts, around the world.''' In conjunction with Warner Bros., Candlelight is presenting songs from the famous movie version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in venues around the world amidst a sea of flickering candles. For more information, or to locate a concert, see the website at https://candlelightexperience.com/wizard-of-oz-concerts/.

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===The Land of Oz: Beyond the Page Museum Exhibit, Chicago, Illinois===
'''Now through March 15, 2026: The Land of Oz: Beyond the Page Museum Exhibit, Driehaus Museum, Chicago, Illinois.''' This exhibit focuses on design elements of the famous 1939 film adaptation of ''The Wizard of Oz''. Items on display include replicas of the Ruby Slippers and the Cowardly Lion's "Courage" medal, an early draft script, and a prototype for the Flying Monkey's costumes. For more information, see the museum's website at https://driehausmuseum.org/exhibitions.

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===Bloomland in Oz, Burlington, Ontario, Canada===
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'''Now through April 6, 2026: Bloomland in Oz, Royal Botanical Gardens Canada, Burlington, Ontario, Canada.''' The Gardens' 2026 showcase features floral displays and artistic creations, all inspired by the novel ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz''. For more information or to purchase tickets, see the website at https://www.rbg.ca/things-to-do/by-season/special-events/winter-exhibit/. And here's a behind-the-scenes look:
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===Stories of Cinema: Identity exhibit, Los Angeles, California===
'''Now through January 10, 2027: Stories of Cinema: Identity exhibit, Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, Los Angeles, California.''' The Academy Museum has brought its pair of Ruby Slippers back for the public to view. This exhibit also includes costumes and design studies from such movies as ''Flower Drum Song'', ''Dreamgirls'', ''Moulin Rouge!'', ''Amadeus'', ''Ma Raimey's Black Bottom'', ''Barbie'', and ''Wicked''. For more information, see the museum's website at https://www.academymuseum.org/en/exhibitions/stories-of-cinema-identity.

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==March 2026==
===Lorna Luft, Las Vegas, Nevada===
'''March 14-15, 2026: Lorna Luft, The Palazzo Theatre, The Venetian, Las Vegas, Nevada.''' An actor and singer in her own right, Lorna Luft is also Judy Garland's daughter. Join her for an intimate, personal celebration of ''The Wizard of Oz'' and her mother's life and career. For more information or te purchase tickets, see https://www.venetianlasvegas.com/entertainment/lorna-luft.html.

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===An Emerald Evening in Oz, Kansas City, Missouri===
'''March 28, 2026: An Emerald Evening in Oz, The Midland Theatre, Kansas City, Missouri.''' The Kansas City Repertory Theatre's latest fundraiser has a distinctly Ozian touch this year, in celebration of the company's upcoming production of ''The Wizard of Oz''. For more information, including how to reserve a seat or a table, see https://kcrep.org/event/gala/.

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==April 2026==
===''Return to Oz'' 40th Anniversary Screening, San Francisco, California===
'''April 9, 2026: ''Return to Oz'' 40th Anniversary Screening, The Castro Theatre, San Francisco, California.''' The legendary San Francisco theater is opening again after renavations, and part of the program will be a rare theatrical screening of the 1985 Disney movie ''Return to Oz'' to celebrate it's fortieth anniversary (maybe a few months late). The special guest is director Walter Murch, who will discuss the film and answer questions afterwards. For more details, see the show's website at https://thecastro.com/events/movies-for-maniacs-260409/

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===Garmin Marathon in the Land of Oz, Olathe, Kansas===
'''April 26, 2026: Garmin Marathon in the Land of Oz, Olathe, Kansas.''' If you're going to have a 26.2-mile run in Kansas, you may as well give it an Oz theme! For more information and to register, see the race's website at http://ozrun.org/.

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==May/June 2026==
===''The Wizard of Oz'' play, Kansas City, Missouri===
'''May 5-24, 2026: ''The Wizard of Oz'' play, Kansas City Repertory Theatre, Kansas City, Missouri.''' The company presents the Royal Shakespeare Company's adaptation of the famous musical version of the story, based on the famous movie. For more details or to purchase tickets, see https://kcrep.org/event/the-wizard-of-oz/.

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===Yellow Brick Road Festival, Sedan, Kansas===
'''May 22-23, 2026: Yellow Brick Road Festival, Sedan, Kansas.''' This town in Kansas celebrates ''The Wizard of Oz'' every year. For details, see http://www.lasr.net/travel/city.php?Sedan&Kansas&Yellow+Brick+Road+Festival&City_ID=KS0604019&Event_ID=KS0604019e002&VE=Y or call 620-725-4033.

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===Oz-Stravaganza, Chittenango, New York===
'''June 5-7, 2026: Oz-Stravaganza, Chittenango, New York.''' This village in upstate New York honors its native son, L. Frank Baum, with an annual festival honoring his creation, the Land of Oz. For more information, see the event's website at http://www.oz-stravaganza.com/.

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===Judy Garland Festival, Grand Rapids, Minnesota===
'''June (exact dates to be announced), 2026: Judy Garland Festival, Judy Garland Museum and environs, Grand Rapids, Minnesota.''' Judy Garland's home town celebrates her in this annual festival, with events all over town spread out over several days. For more information, keep an eye on the event's website at https://judygarlandmuseum.com/judy-garland-museum-events/.

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==August 2026==
===Oz Festival Illinois, Mapleton, Illinois===
'''August (exact date to be announced), 2025: Oz Fest Illinois, Butler Haynes Park, Mapleton, Illinois.'''. For more information, see the event's website at https://www.hollispark.org/oz-fest, or the Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/OzFestIllinois/.

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==September 2026==
===Autumn at Oz Party, Banner Elk, North Carolina===
'''September (exact dates to be announced), 2026: Autumn at Oz Party, Beech Mountain, Banner Elk, North Carolina.''' The Wizard of Oz Park on the mountain may no longer be in regular operation, but it's still there, and Oz and park fans get together once a year for a party. Hurricane Hélène paused the event for 2025, but there's hope for a return in 2026. For more information, check out https://landofoznc.com/.

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===OzFest, Liberal, Kansas===
'''September (exact date to be announced), 2026: OzFest, Liberal, Kansas.''' The home town of the Dorothy's House attraction hosts its annual tribute to Dorothy and Oz. For more information, see [https://www.lasr.net/travel/city.php?Ozfest&TravelTo=KS1019015&VE=Y&Event_ID=KS1019015e002 the city's events page] and [http://visitliberal.com/ the city's website] (and be sure to call 1-800-LIBERAL to confirm event and dates).

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==October 2026==
===Oztoberfest, Wamego, Kansas===
'''October (exact date to be announced), 2026: Oztoberfest, Wamego, Kansas.''' The town not only has an Oz museum, they put on an annual Oz festival. Authors and other special guests will attend, and there's also admission to the museum. For more details, call the Oz museum at 1-866-458-TOTO, or see the event's website at http://oztoberfest.com/.

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==November 2026==
===TeslaCon, Middleton, Wisconsin===
'''November 12-15, 2026: TeslaCon, Marriott of Middleton, Middleton, Wisconsin.''' The country's largest steampunk convention celebrates its sixteenth edition, and this year the theme is Oz. For more information, see the convention's website at https://teslacon.com/.

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==Holiday Season 2026-27==
===''The Wizard of Oz'', holiday cablecasts===
'''''The Wizard of Oz'' holiday cablecasts, TBS and TNT.''' The stations' annual holiday season showings of the famous film version are, generally speaking, around Thanksgiving on TBS and Christmas on TNT. Check your local provider for exact times and channels on your system. Keep checking back for updates.

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===''The Wiz'' holiday telecasts===
'''''The Wiz'' holiday telecasts.''' Channels have holiday time airings of the 1978 film adaptation of ''The Wiz'', starring Diana Ross as Dorothy, Michael Jackson as the Scarecrow, Lena Horne as Glinda, and Richard Pryor as the Wiz. Keep checking back for updates.

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===''If I Only Had Christmas'' television movie, The Hallmark Channel===
'''''If I Only Had Christmas'' television movie, The Hallmark Channel.''' A Hallmark Christmas romance movie, first shown in 2020 and based (extremely loosely) on ''The Wizard of Oz''! Candace Cameron Bure stars as Darcy Gale, a publicist who teams up with Huck, a cynical business owner played by Neil Webb, to help out a charity in need. It airs many times at Christmas, and occasionally at other times throughout the year (check your local television provider for exact time and channel on your system). For more details and a sneak peek behind the scenes, take a look at [https://www.etonline.com/candace-cameron-bure-stars-in-hallmark-channels-if-i-only-had-christmas-first-look-exclusive-154864 the news report on the ''Entertainment Tonight'' website]. And [https://celebratingthesoaps.com/hallmark/hallmark-channel-news-wizard-of-oz-reimagined-candace-cameron-bure-in-if-i-only-had-christmas/ here's another report with another preview]. Finally, [https://www.hallmarkchannel.com/if-i-only-had-christmas here's the movie's page on the channel's website].

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==January 2027==
===Волшебник Изумрудного города, часть II, theaters throughout Russia===
'''January 1, 2027: ''Волшебник Изумрудного города, часть II'', theaters throughout Russia.''' The epic cinematic adaptation of Aleksandr Volkov's version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' comes to Russian theaters. Elli, Totoshka, Strasheela, the Iron Woodman, and the Cowardly Lion have reached the Emerald City. But will they meet the Wizard? What price will he ask from them to grant their wishes? Here's the teaser trailer:
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==To Be Determined==
===Wizard of Oz Days, Macon, Missouri===
'''Exact date to be announced: Wizard of Oz Days, Hannibal, Missouri.''' For complete details, see the event's Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/WizardofOzDays.

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OzWiki:Current events

2026-02-22T21:47:19Z

Ericgjovaag: /* Wicked play, around the world */

Other Oz events can also be found on [https://www.ozclub.org/calendar/ the International Wizard of Oz Club's online calendar].

Please note that, since I live in the United States and most Oz events take place in the United States, I will identify most event locations by city and state only. Any events taking place in other countries will include the name of the country as well.

==Going on now==
===''Wicked'' play, around the world===
'''Now playing: ''Wicked''.''' This is the award-winning musical based on Gregory Maguire's novel ''Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West''. The book is by Winnie Holzman, the music by Stephen Schwartz, and the show is directed by Joe Mantello. It has done so well, it has spawned the following productions:

* [http://www.gershwintheatre.com/ Gershwin Theater], Broadway, New York City, New York. Tickets may be purchased online at [http://www.ticketmaster.com/venue/24579 ticketmaster.com]. For more details, go to [http://wickedthemusical.com/ wickedthemusical.com]. For a "Behind the Emerald Curtain" tour on Saturday mornings, go to https://wickedthemusical.com/behind-the-emerald-curtain#scrolldown for details.

* The Apollo Victoria Theatre, The West End, London, England, United Kingdom. For more information, including booking tickets, see http://www.wickedthemusical.co.uk/.

* ''Wicked'' is also touring the United States and Canada. For more information and updates about the tour, see https://wickedthemusical.com/tickets/#tour. Here's the current schedule (locations and dates are subject to change):
** Now through March 1, 2026: [https://rbtl.org/ West Herr Auditorium Theatre], Rochester, New York
** March 4-22, 2026: [https://www.ppacri.org/events/detail/wicked-2 Providence Performing Arts Center], Providence, Rhode Island
** March 25-April 5, 2026: [https://www.broadwayincolumbia.com/upcoming-shows/ Koger Center for the Arts], Columbia, South Carolina
** April 8-19, 2026: [https://www.celebrityattractions.com/shows/10200/WICKED/Little-Rock/2026 Robinson Center], Little Rock, Arkansas
** April 22-May 3, 2026: Juanita K. Hammons Hall, Springfield, Missouri
** May 6-June 14, 2026: [https://dallas.broadway.com/shows/wicked/ Music Hall at Fair Park], Dallas, Texas
** June 17-July 5, 2026: [https://ticketomaha.com/Productions/wicked Orpheum Theater], Omaha, Nebraska
** July 8-August 9, 2026: [https://hennepinarts.org/events/wicked Orpheum Theatre], Minneapolis, Minnesota
** August 12-30, 2026: [https://kansascity.broadway.com/shows/wicked/ Music Hall], Kansas City, Missouri
** September 2-20, 2026: [https://www.desmoinesperformingarts.org/whats-on/events/2025-26/broadway/wicked Des Moines Civic Center], Des Moines, Iowa

* The Korean production is now on tour. The show's website is at https://www.wickedthemusical.co.kr/Home/Index. Here are the current dates:
** Now through March 1, 2026: Keimyung Arts Center, Daegu

* A non-reproduction staging is now running at the Teatr Muzyczny ROMA in Warsaw, Poland. For more information, see https://www.teatrroma.pl/spektakl/wicked/.

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===''The Wiz'' play, national tour===
'''''The Wiz'' play, national tour.''' After its Broadway run, this new staging of the Tony-winning musical adaptation of ''The Wizard of Oz'' heads out on a North American tour. The following dates have been announced:

* March 3-15, 2026: [https://cincinnati.broadway.com/shows/the-wiz/ Aronhoff Center], Cincinnati, Ohio
* April 21-26, 2026: [https://www.altriatheater.com/events/detail/the-wiz-2025 Altria Center], Richmond, Virginia
* May 5-10, 2026: [https://www.celebrityattractions.com/shows/10194/THE-WIZ/Tulsa/2026 Tulsa Performing Arts Center], Tulsa, Oklahoma
* May 12-17, 2026: [https://austin.broadway.com/shows/the-wiz/ Bass Concert Hall], Austin, Texas
* May 19-24, 2026: [https://www.okcbroadway.com/wiz Civic Center Music Hall], Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
* May 26-31, 2026: [https://americantheatreguild.com/toledo/shows/the-wiz/ Stranahan Theater], Toledo, Ohio

More dates and cities will be coming. For more information, see the show's website at https://wizmusical.com/.

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===''The Wizard of Oz on Ice'' on tour===
'''Now on Tour: ''The Wizard of Oz on Ice''.''' The new, reimagined version of the 1990s ice show returns for another season. The company has announced the following tour dates:
* February 21, 2026: [https://starcentremd.com/event/the-all-new-wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ The STAR Center], Havre de Grace, Maryland
* February 25, 2026: [https://www.springfieldartscouncil.org/event/the-all-new-wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Clark State Performing Arts Center], Springfield, Ohio
* February 26, 2026: [https://luhrscenter.com/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Luhrs Performing Arts Center], Shippensburg, Pennsylvania
* March 5, 2026: [https://www.artsblooming.org/home-bcpa Bloomington Center for the Arts], Bloomington, Illinois
* March 6, 2026: [https://leachtheatre.mst.edu/events/2025/wiz-oz-on-ice/ Leach Theatre], Rolla, Missouri
* March 7, 2026: [https://www.hutchinsonfox.com/events/the-wizard-of-oz-on-ice Hutchinson's Historic Fox Theatre], Hutchinson, Kansas
* March 8, 2026: [https://www.topekaperformingarts.org/events/2026/the-wizard-of-oz-on-ice Topeka Performing Arts Center], Topeka, Kansas
* March 11, 2026: [https://mizzouarts.missouri.edu/university-concert-series-returns-for-118th-season/ Jesse Auditorium, University of Missouri], Columbia, Missouri
* March 14, 2026: [https://www.skokospac.org/ Shokos Performing Arts Center], Alma, Arkansas
* March 15, 2026: [https://www.coppellartscenter.org/events/detail/2026-wizard-of-oz-on-ice Coppell Arts Center], Coppell, Texas
* March 19, 2026: [https://coffeecountyartsalliance.org/product/wizard/ Enterprise High School Performing Arts Center], Enterprise, Alabama
* March 20, 2026: [https://fordcenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Ford Center for the Performing Arts], Oxford, Mississippi
* March 21, 2026: [https://tickets.thegrand.com/Online/mapSelect.asp?doWork::WSmap::loadMap=Load&createBO::WSmap=1&BOparam::WSmap::loadMap::performance_ids=BF23CAB4-BB58-48F2-B25A-98FC0873E482 The Grand 1894 Opera House], Galveston, Texas
* March 22, 2026: [https://ci.ovationtix.com/35987/production/1241069?performanceId=11647305 Temple Theater], Lufkin, Texas
* March 27, 2026: [https://www.moonlightstage.com/shows-tickets Moonlight Amphitheatre], Vista, California
* March 28, 2026: [https://www.ycpac.com/Online/default.asp?BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Avenue_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Acity_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Amonth_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Aobject_type_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Acategory_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_from=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_to=&doWork%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3Asearch=1&BOparam%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3Asearch%3A%3Aarticle_search_id=EE8716B4-0827-4B0D-9ACB-038A148DF966&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_criteria=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_from=2026-3-28&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_to=2026-3-28 Jim and Linda Lee Performing Arts Center], Prescott, Arizona
* March 29, 2026: [https://tickets.haughpac.com/wizard Haugh Performing Arts Center], Glendora, California
* March 30, 2026: [https://higleycenter.org/ Higley Center for the Performing Arts], Gilbert, Arizona
* April 10, 2026: [https://www.sunsetcenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Sunset Cultural Center], Carmel-by-the-Sea, California
* April 11, 2026: [https://www.lpac.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Lancaster Performing Arts Center], Lancaster, California
* April 12, 2026: [https://livermorearts.org/ Livermore Valley Performing Arts Center], Livermore, California
* April 15, 2026: [https://craterian.org/event/the-wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Craterian Theater], Medford, Oregon
* April 16, 2026: [https://columbiatheatre.com/new-events/wizard-of-oz-on-ice Columbia Theatre], Longview, Washington
* April 17, 2026: [https://www.washingtoncenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice-4-17-2026/ Washington Center for the Performing Arts], Olympia, Washington
* April 19, 2026: [https://buttearts.org/ Mother Lode Theatre], Butte, Montana
* April 30, 2026: [https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/41568594/wizard-of-oz-on-ice-pembroke-givens-performing-arts-center?_gl=1*17vkium*_ga*MTg1OTc1NzAyOS4xNzU3MTE1MzQz*_ga_LQFXLBGNDL*czE3NTcxMTUzNDMkbzEkZzEkdDE3NTcxMTUzNzMkajMwJGwwJGgw Givens Performing Arts Center], Pembroke, North Carolina

For more information about the show, see the website at https://wizardofozonice.com/.

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===''Ozmafia'' anime series, on the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Ozmafia'' anime series, crunchyroll.com.''' In this Japanese anime series (based on the video game of the same name), Scarlet is a new transfer student at Oz Academy. He doesn't get off to a good start, but the teachers seem nice enough. But what strange secrets are hiding at Oz Academy, and why are they at war with the other academies? Episodes (in Japanese, with English subtitles) are available to view online at http://www.crunchyroll.com/ozmafia for free.

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===''The Wizard of Oz'' and ''The Wiz'', throughout the United Kingdom===
'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz'', throughout the United Kingdom.''' Oz is a popular show to perform in the United Kingdom, and there always seems to be a show going on somewhere. For a complete listing of all upcoming productions of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in the United Kingdom, see the listings at [http://www.list.co.uk/events/theatre/what:The%20Wizard%20of%20Oz/sort:date/show:100/ ''The List''], naturally. They also have listings for performances of [http://www.list.co.uk/events/theatre/what:The%20Wiz/sort:date/show:100/ ''The Wiz''].

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===''Emerald City'' television series, NBC.com===
'''''Emerald City'' television series, NBC.com''' The latest Oz TV project has gone through its broadcast run on NBC. But the show's website is still up at http://www.nbc.com/emerald-city. You can still watch episodes online at http://www.nbc.com/emerald-city/episodes, and the show is also streaming on Peacock.

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===''Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz'', Internet Streaming and Cablecast===
'''Now playing: ''Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz'' cartoon series, Internet Streaming.''' This is the latest Oz cartoon series, based (very loosely) on the famous 1939 film version. Dorothy is now a princess of Oz and living in the Emerald City with Queen Ozma. But she's still having adventures! For more information, see the show's website at https://watch.boomerang.com/shows/dorothy-franchise/series/dorothy-series/volume-1. Or, if you have the Boomerang or Cartoon Network cable channels, episodes are now being shown in territories around the world, outside the United States, also have the show, so check your local version of the Cartoon Network, Boomerang, or Max channels or websites.

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===''Lost in Oz'' series, Internet streaming===
'''Now playing: ''Lost in Oz'', Amazon Video streaming.''' This animated series from Amazon tells the story of Dorothy, a modern-day girl, and her dog Toto, who are whisked to Oz when Dorothy opens one of her mother's old journals. To get home, she must find the elements of magic and help restore magic to Oz. Fortunately she has made friends with Ojo the Munchkin and West, a trainee witch, to help her out. To get started, see Amazon's ''Lost in Oz'' website at https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00Z89MYTI! And in November of 2022, [https://www.youtube.com/embed/h4fc1XvdBrk this short was dropped] with news of what's to come.

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===''Dee & Friends in Oz'', Netflix worldwide===
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'''Now playing: ''Dee & Friends in Oz'', Netflix worldwide.''' The streaming service has announced their new shows for 2024, including ''Dee & Friends in Oz'', an animated musical series aimed at preschoolers. Dee is a young girl who discovers a key to the magical land of Oz, where she makes friends and has has adventures where she saves the day. Want a sneak peek? [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oPAZCfmc0mQ&ab_channel=NetflixJr. Here's the first episode!]

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===''Chronicles of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now streaming: The ''Chronicles of Oz'' podcast.''' This audio adaptation of the first three Oz books, each in six episodes, presents ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', ''The Marvellous Land of Oz'', and ''Ozma of Oz'', plus a special episode adapting ''The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus''. Produced by Crossover Adventure Productions out of Australia. All episodes, along with trailers and other materials, can be downloaded at http://chroniclesofoz.com/.

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===''The Royal Podcast of Oz'', the Internet===
'''Now streaming: ''The Royal Podcast of Oz'', podbean.com and other podcasting sites.''' Now running for over a decade, this podcast is devoted to all things Oz, with interviews, reviews, news, and other items of interest to Oz fans of all types. You can listen to or download all editions at https://anchor.fm/the-royal-podcast-of-oz/, or look for it on your favorite podcast site.

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===''Wait Wait…Don't Tell Me'', National Public Radio===
'''Now streaming: ''Wait Wait…Don't Tell Me'' edition of May 11, 2019, npr.org.''' The popular current events quiz show recorded this episode in St. Louis, and got one of the city's most celebrated residents to play "Not My Job". Former Cardinals shortstop and Hall of Fame inductee Ozzie Smith was nicknamed "The Wizard of Oz" in his playing days, so naturally, he gets to answer questions about ''The Wizard of Oz''! You can listen to the entire episode [https://www.npr.org/programs/wait-wait-dont-tell-me/722132214/wait-wait-for-may-11-2019-with-not-my-job-guest-ozzie-smith?showDate=2019-05-11 here], or just Smith's segment [https://www.npr.org/2019/05/11/721853591/not-my-job-we-quiz-baseball-great-ozzie-smith-on-the-wizard-of-oz here].

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===''Hit the Bricks!'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Hit the Bricks!'' podcast, the Internet.''' One hundred years after the events of ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', the Gale farm is abandoned, and a new generation is off to have adventures in Oz. The first act has now dropped, with further episodes to come. For more information, see the show's website at https://hitthebricks.com/, and its Twitter feed at https://twitter.com/HitTheBricksPod/.

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===''The Smallwood Sessions'' podcast, "The Podcast of Oz", the Internet===
'''Now playing: "The Podcast of Oz" episode of ''The Smallwood Sessions'' podcast.''' To celebrate what would have been the 2020 edition of Chittenango's Oz-Stravaganza, this podcast about upstate New York celebrates Oz and creator L. Frank Baum's connections to the area. To listen, go to https://anchor.fm/josh-taylor87/episodes/Episode-22-The-Podcast-of-Oz-ef05f4.

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===''Down the Yellow Brick Pod'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Down the Yellow Brick Pod'' podcast.''' This podcast takes a deep dive into the Oz books, one chapter at a time, and looks at all that they encompass. Available on many podcast sources, including Google Podcasts, and through [https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS8xMTcyMTM4LnJzcw?hl=en this link].

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===''The Wonderful Recap of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''The Wonderful Recap of Oz'' podcast.''' This podcast recaps the Oz books, one per episode. Available Available on many podcast sources, including Google Podcasts, and through [https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy80ZjgyMWIyYy9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw== this link].

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===''No Place Like Home'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''No Place Like Home'' podcast.''' This podcast looks at the Ruby Slippers, how they were stolen in 2005 and found again in 2018, and all the background behind them, the production of The Movie, the life of Judy Garland, and more. Available on most podcasting sites. For more information, the show's website is at https://shows.cadence13.com/podcast/noplacelikehome.

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===''The Lost Princess of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''The Lost Princess of Oz'' podcast.''' A new, original Oz story for kids (of all ages), told in six parts, with songs, and presented by the Delaware Children's Theatre. Although based on Baum's writings, this is not the same story as his novel ''The Lost Princess of Oz''. For more information, or to subscribe, see the show's website at https://www.thelostprincessofozpodcast.com/.

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===''The Wizard of Oz: A Homegrown American Fairy Tale'' radio broadcast, BBC World Service===
'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz: A Homegrown American Fairy Tale'' radio documentary, BBC World Service and online streaming.''' This program looks at the origins and mythology of ''The Wizard of Oz'' and how it came about. It is currently available to listen or download online, anywhere in the world. Check the program's website at https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/w3ct1rl9 to listen to it online, or to download it.

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===To Oz? To Oz! online convention, the Internet===
'''To Oz? To Oz! online convention.''' With so many Oz events having to be cancelled this year because of the COVID-19 pandemic, a bunch of them got together to present some of their events to a worldwide, online audience for free. The live portions of the convention have now ended, but if you go to https://ozis.us/, you can see many prerecorded talks and events.

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===The OzConnection, YouTube===
'''The OzConnection, YouTube.''' OzCon International, the world's longest running ''Wizard of Oz'' convention, now has a YouTube channel at "The OzConnection", which features highlights of earlier cons and new material. The link is at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQU5pEFZZ6n_vXvRalgclSg.

The OzConnection has recently started two shows specifically for their channel. The first is a talk show called "OZ:Connect", which you can find in a playlist at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r-NAe0FKDXk&list=PLVNfENfXbx111GmnLLJFklUVGxPl1zUC-. The other new show is "Crypto-Oz-ology", short stories about all kinds of unusual happenings in Oz, which is in a playlist at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sCoSH97u4ts&list=PLVNfENfXbx11g0DhXikoqyP0dslwHeC1h.

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===Oz Talk, YouTube===
'''''Oz Talk'' panel talk show, YouTube.''' Join five Oz friends as they discuss any and all Oz subjects under the sun. New episodes will drop every two weeks on [https://www.youtube.com/c/TheOfficialOzClub/videos the Official Oz Club's YouTube Channel]. You can find the playlist for ''Oz Talk'' at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VNINbbefPS4&list=PL3OVMLWgINCRfgeWZR8GPJOp11rR73Ssc.

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===''Fifty Years of Oziana'' Readings, Youtube===
'''''Fifty Years of Oziana'' short story readings, YouTube.''' To celebrate fifty years of ''Oziana'', the International Wizard of Oz Club's annual literary magazine, Club members read stories from the last five decades. Many authors have even revisited their own stories. You can see the playlist of all stories [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hm6WXDLg9U8&list=PL3OVMLWgINCQ2a_CDuBggCt7kCYVaS4yD right here].

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===''Rainbow'' movie, Netflix===
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'''Now playing: ''Rainbow'', on Netflix worldwide.''' The first streaming service premieres this new movie, from director Paco León, that uses themes and imagery from ''The Wizard of Oz'' to explore the coming of age of Dora, a young Spanish woman who finds that everything she thought she knew about her life may be wrong. Available in an English dub, or with English subtitles.

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===The Wizard of Oz Experience, Around the World===
'''The Wizard of Oz Experience.''' The interactive outdoors event will be making making another set of appearances around the United States, Canada, and Australia in the spring of 2024. Take a look at https://questoapp.com/ for when it's coming to your town.

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===The Wicked Wizard Afternoon Tea, London, England, United Kingdom===
'''The Wicked Wizard Afternoon Tea, The Franklin Hotel, London, England, United Kingdom.''' Enjoy an Oz-themed tea, inspired by ''The Wizard of Oz'' and ''Wicked'', in the heart of London's Knightsbridge district. Tea is served from noon to 6:00, costs £49 (spirits are extra), and reservations must be made at least twenty-four hours in advance. For more information, including the menu, see [https://collezione.starhotels.com/en/our-hotels/the-franklin-london/restaurants-and-bars/wicked-wizard-at-the-franklin.html?_gl=1*1cfuckg*_up*MQ..*_gs*MQ..*_ga*MzU1MjIzMDI0LjE3NDE1NzY0NjA.*_ga_444Y1N2CEK*MTc0MTU3NjQ1OC4xLjEuMTc0MTU3NjU3NS4wLjAuMTkzNzQwNjk0Nw..*_ga_YXSDGTQ8NB*MTc0MTU3NjQ1OC4xLjEuMTc0MTU3NjU3NS4wLjAuNDIxNjUwMTc1&gclid=Cj0KCQiAlbW-BhCMARIsADnwasphX4BQH4lMNEKBognzeTmjcu96bA-ZlcDfhhU2ouaxc5CgyV41YLMaAjUfEALw_wcB the Franklin's website].

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===''Ruby Red Handed: Stealing America’s Most Famous Pair of Shoes'', Hulu===
'''Now playing: ''Ruby Red Handed: Stealing America’s Most Famous Pair of Shoes'', Hulu Streaming Service.''' This ABC News documentary delves into the 2005 theft of a pair of Ruby Slippers in Minnesota and the subsequent investigation and recovery. Keep an eye out here for more information and links.

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===''The Wizard of Oz'', Las Vegas, Nevada===
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'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz'' at the Sphere, Las Vegas, Nevada.''' See the famous 1939 film version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in a whole new way. This is an immersive reimagining in 16K on a huge screen surrounding the audience. For more information and to buy tickets, go to https://www.thesphere.com/shows/wizard-of-oz-experience.

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===Candlelight: ''The Wizard of Oz'' concerts, around the world===
'''Candlelight: ''The Wizard of OZ'' concerts, around the world.''' In conjunction with Warner Bros., Candlelight is presenting songs from the famous movie version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in venues around the world amidst a sea of flickering candles. For more information, or to locate a concert, see the website at https://candlelightexperience.com/wizard-of-oz-concerts/.

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===The Land of Oz: Beyond the Page Museum Exhibit, Chicago, Illinois===
'''Now through March 15, 2026: The Land of Oz: Beyond the Page Museum Exhibit, Driehaus Museum, Chicago, Illinois.''' This exhibit focuses on design elements of the famous 1939 film adaptation of ''The Wizard of Oz''. Items on display include replicas of the Ruby Slippers and the Cowardly Lion's "Courage" medal, an early draft script, and a prototype for the Flying Monkey's costumes. For more information, see the museum's website at https://driehausmuseum.org/exhibitions.

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===Bloomland in Oz, Burlington, Ontario, Canada===
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'''Now through April 6, 2026: Bloomland in Oz, Royal Botanical Gardens Canada, Burlington, Ontario, Canada.''' The Gardens' 2026 showcase features floral displays and artistic creations, all inspired by the novel ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz''. For more information or to purchase tickets, see the website at https://www.rbg.ca/things-to-do/by-season/special-events/winter-exhibit/. And here's a behind-the-scenes look:
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===Stories of Cinema: Identity exhibit, Los Angeles, California===
'''Now through January 10, 2027: Stories of Cinema: Identity exhibit, Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, Los Angeles, California.''' The Academy Museum has brought its pair of Ruby Slippers back for the public to view. This exhibit also includes costumes and design studies from such movies as ''Flower Drum Song'', ''Dreamgirls'', ''Moulin Rouge!'', ''Amadeus'', ''Ma Raimey's Black Bottom'', ''Barbie'', and ''Wicked''. For more information, see the museum's website at https://www.academymuseum.org/en/exhibitions/stories-of-cinema-identity.

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==March 2026==
===Lorna Luft, Las Vegas, Nevada===
'''March 14-15, 2026: Lorna Luft, The Palazzo Theatre, The Venetian, Las Vegas, Nevada.''' An actor and singer in her own right, Lorna Luft is also Judy Garland's daughter. Join her for an intimate, personal celebration of ''The Wizard of Oz'' and her mother's life and career. For more information or te purchase tickets, see https://www.venetianlasvegas.com/entertainment/lorna-luft.html.

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===An Emerald Evening in Oz, Kansas City, Missouri===
'''March 28, 2026: An Emerald Evening in Oz, The Midland Theatre, Kansas City, Missouri.''' The Kansas City Repertory Theatre's latest fundraiser has a distinctly Ozian touch this year, in celebration of the company's upcoming production of ''The Wizard of Oz''. For more information, including how to reserve a seat or a table, see https://kcrep.org/event/gala/.

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==April 2026==
===''Return to Oz'' 40th Anniversary Screening, San Francisco, California===
'''April 9, 2026: ''Return to Oz'' 40th Anniversary Screening, The Castro Theatre, San Francisco, California.''' The legendary San Francisco theater is opening again after renavations, and part of the program will be a rare theatrical screening of the 1985 Disney movie ''Return to Oz'' to celebrate it's fortieth anniversary (maybe a few months late). The special guest is director Walter Murch, who will discuss the film and answer questions afterwards. For more details, see the show's website at https://thecastro.com/events/movies-for-maniacs-260409/

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===Garmin Marathon in the Land of Oz, Olathe, Kansas===
'''April 26, 2026: Garmin Marathon in the Land of Oz, Olathe, Kansas.''' If you're going to have a 26.2-mile run in Kansas, you may as well give it an Oz theme! For more information and to register, see the race's website at http://ozrun.org/.

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==May/June 2026==
===''The Wizard of Oz'' play, Kansas City, Missouri===
'''May 5-24, 2026: ''The Wizard of Oz'' play, Kansas City Repertory Theatre, Kansas City, Missouri.''' The company presents the Royal Shakespeare Company's adaptation of the famous musical version of the story, based on the famous movie. For more details or to purchase tickets, see https://kcrep.org/event/the-wizard-of-oz/.

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===Yellow Brick Road Festival, Sedan, Kansas===
'''May 22-23, 2026: Yellow Brick Road Festival, Sedan, Kansas.''' This town in Kansas celebrates ''The Wizard of Oz'' every year. For details, see http://www.lasr.net/travel/city.php?Sedan&Kansas&Yellow+Brick+Road+Festival&City_ID=KS0604019&Event_ID=KS0604019e002&VE=Y or call 620-725-4033.

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===Oz-Stravaganza, Chittenango, New York===
'''June 5-7, 2026: Oz-Stravaganza, Chittenango, New York.''' This village in upstate New York honors its native son, L. Frank Baum, with an annual festival honoring his creation, the Land of Oz. For more information, see the event's website at http://www.oz-stravaganza.com/.

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===Judy Garland Festival, Grand Rapids, Minnesota===
'''June (exact dates to be announced), 2026: Judy Garland Festival, Judy Garland Museum and environs, Grand Rapids, Minnesota.''' Judy Garland's home town celebrates her in this annual festival, with events all over town spread out over several days. For more information, keep an eye on the event's website at https://judygarlandmuseum.com/judy-garland-museum-events/.

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==August 2026==
===Oz Festival Illinois, Mapleton, Illinois===
'''August (exact date to be announced), 2025: Oz Fest Illinois, Butler Haynes Park, Mapleton, Illinois.'''. For more information, see the event's website at https://www.hollispark.org/oz-fest, or the Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/OzFestIllinois/.

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==September 2026==
===Autumn at Oz Party, Banner Elk, North Carolina===
'''September (exact dates to be announced), 2026: Autumn at Oz Party, Beech Mountain, Banner Elk, North Carolina.''' The Wizard of Oz Park on the mountain may no longer be in regular operation, but it's still there, and Oz and park fans get together once a year for a party. Hurricane Hélène paused the event for 2025, but there's hope for a return in 2026. For more information, check out https://landofoznc.com/.

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===OzFest, Liberal, Kansas===
'''September (exact date to be announced), 2026: OzFest, Liberal, Kansas.''' The home town of the Dorothy's House attraction hosts its annual tribute to Dorothy and Oz. For more information, see [https://www.lasr.net/travel/city.php?Ozfest&TravelTo=KS1019015&VE=Y&Event_ID=KS1019015e002 the city's events page] and [http://visitliberal.com/ the city's website] (and be sure to call 1-800-LIBERAL to confirm event and dates).

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==October 2026==
===Oztoberfest, Wamego, Kansas===
'''October (exact date to be announced), 2026: Oztoberfest, Wamego, Kansas.''' The town not only has an Oz museum, they put on an annual Oz festival. Authors and other special guests will attend, and there's also admission to the museum. For more details, call the Oz museum at 1-866-458-TOTO, or see the event's website at http://oztoberfest.com/.

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==November 2026==
===TeslaCon, Middleton, Wisconsin===
'''November 12-15, 2026: TeslaCon, Marriott of Middleton, Middleton, Wisconsin.''' The country's largest steampunk convention celebrates its sixteenth edition, and this year the theme is Oz. For more information, see the convention's website at https://teslacon.com/.

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==Holiday Season 2026-27==
===''The Wizard of Oz'', holiday cablecasts===
'''''The Wizard of Oz'' holiday cablecasts, TBS and TNT.''' The stations' annual holiday season showings of the famous film version are, generally speaking, around Thanksgiving on TBS and Christmas on TNT. Check your local provider for exact times and channels on your system. Keep checking back for updates.

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===''The Wiz'' holiday telecasts===
'''''The Wiz'' holiday telecasts.''' Channels have holiday time airings of the 1978 film adaptation of ''The Wiz'', starring Diana Ross as Dorothy, Michael Jackson as the Scarecrow, Lena Horne as Glinda, and Richard Pryor as the Wiz. Keep checking back for updates.

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===''If I Only Had Christmas'' television movie, The Hallmark Channel===
'''''If I Only Had Christmas'' television movie, The Hallmark Channel.''' A Hallmark Christmas romance movie, first shown in 2020 and based (extremely loosely) on ''The Wizard of Oz''! Candace Cameron Bure stars as Darcy Gale, a publicist who teams up with Huck, a cynical business owner played by Neil Webb, to help out a charity in need. It airs many times at Christmas, and occasionally at other times throughout the year (check your local television provider for exact time and channel on your system). For more details and a sneak peek behind the scenes, take a look at [https://www.etonline.com/candace-cameron-bure-stars-in-hallmark-channels-if-i-only-had-christmas-first-look-exclusive-154864 the news report on the ''Entertainment Tonight'' website]. And [https://celebratingthesoaps.com/hallmark/hallmark-channel-news-wizard-of-oz-reimagined-candace-cameron-bure-in-if-i-only-had-christmas/ here's another report with another preview]. Finally, [https://www.hallmarkchannel.com/if-i-only-had-christmas here's the movie's page on the channel's website].

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==January 2027==
===Волшебник Изумрудного города, часть II, theaters throughout Russia===
'''January 1, 2027: ''Волшебник Изумрудного города, часть II'', theaters throughout Russia.''' The epic cinematic adaptation of Aleksandr Volkov's version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' comes to Russian theaters. Elli, Totoshka, Strasheela, the Iron Woodman, and the Cowardly Lion have reached the Emerald City. But will they meet the Wizard? What price will he ask from them to grant their wishes? Here's the teaser trailer:
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==To Be Determined==
===Wizard of Oz Days, Macon, Missouri===
'''Exact date to be announced: Wizard of Oz Days, Hannibal, Missouri.''' For complete details, see the event's Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/WizardofOzDays.

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OzWiki:Current events

2026-02-17T01:43:02Z

Ericgjovaag: /* Holiday Season 2026-27 */

Other Oz events can also be found on [https://www.ozclub.org/calendar/ the International Wizard of Oz Club's online calendar].

Please note that, since I live in the United States and most Oz events take place in the United States, I will identify most event locations by city and state only. Any events taking place in other countries will include the name of the country as well.

==Going on now==
===''Wicked'' play, around the world===
'''Now playing: ''Wicked''.''' This is the award-winning musical based on Gregory Maguire's novel ''Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West''. The book is by Winnie Holzman, the music by Stephen Schwartz, and the show is directed by Joe Mantello. It has done so well, it has spawned the following productions:

* [http://www.gershwintheatre.com/ Gershwin Theater], Broadway, New York City, New York. Tickets may be purchased online at [http://www.ticketmaster.com/venue/24579 ticketmaster.com]. For more details, go to [http://wickedthemusical.com/ wickedthemusical.com]. For a "Behind the Emerald Curtain" tour on Saturday mornings, go to https://wickedthemusical.com/behind-the-emerald-curtain#scrolldown for details.

* The Apollo Victoria Theatre, The West End, London, England, United Kingdom. For more information, including booking tickets, see http://www.wickedthemusical.co.uk/.

* ''Wicked'' is also touring the United States and Canada. For more information and updates about the tour, see https://wickedthemusical.com/tickets/#tour. Here's the current schedule (locations and dates are subject to change):
** February 18-March 1, 2026: [https://rbtl.org/ West Herr Auditorium Theatre], Rochester, New York
** March 4-22, 2026: [https://www.ppacri.org/events/detail/wicked-2 Providence Performing Arts Center], Providence, Rhode Island
** March 25-April 5, 2026: [https://www.broadwayincolumbia.com/upcoming-shows/ Koger Center for the Arts], Columbia, South Carolina
** April 8-19, 2026: [https://www.celebrityattractions.com/shows/10200/WICKED/Little-Rock/2026 Robinson Center], Little Rock, Arkansas
** April 22-May 3, 2026: Juanita K. Hammons Hall, Springfield, Missouri
** May 6-June 14, 2026: [https://dallas.broadway.com/shows/wicked/ Music Hall at Fair Park], Dallas, Texas
** June 17-July 5, 2026: [https://ticketomaha.com/Productions/wicked Orpheum Theater], Omaha, Nebraska
** July 8-August 9, 2026: [https://hennepinarts.org/events/wicked Orpheum Theatre], Minneapolis, Minnesota
** August 12-30, 2026: [https://kansascity.broadway.com/shows/wicked/ Music Hall], Kansas City, Missouri
** September 2-20, 2026: [https://www.desmoinesperformingarts.org/whats-on/events/2025-26/broadway/wicked Des Moines Civic Center], Des Moines, Iowa

* The Korean production is now on tour. The show's website is at https://www.wickedthemusical.co.kr/Home/Index. Here are the current dates:
** Now March 1, 2026: Keimyung Arts Center, Daegu

* A non-reproduction staging is now running at the Teatr Muzyczny ROMA in Warsaw, Poland. For more information, see https://www.teatrroma.pl/spektakl/wicked/.

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===''The Wiz'' play, national tour===
'''''The Wiz'' play, national tour.''' After its Broadway run, this new staging of the Tony-winning musical adaptation of ''The Wizard of Oz'' heads out on a North American tour. The following dates have been announced:

* March 3-15, 2026: [https://cincinnati.broadway.com/shows/the-wiz/ Aronhoff Center], Cincinnati, Ohio
* April 21-26, 2026: [https://www.altriatheater.com/events/detail/the-wiz-2025 Altria Center], Richmond, Virginia
* May 5-10, 2026: [https://www.celebrityattractions.com/shows/10194/THE-WIZ/Tulsa/2026 Tulsa Performing Arts Center], Tulsa, Oklahoma
* May 12-17, 2026: [https://austin.broadway.com/shows/the-wiz/ Bass Concert Hall], Austin, Texas
* May 19-24, 2026: [https://www.okcbroadway.com/wiz Civic Center Music Hall], Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
* May 26-31, 2026: [https://americantheatreguild.com/toledo/shows/the-wiz/ Stranahan Theater], Toledo, Ohio

More dates and cities will be coming. For more information, see the show's website at https://wizmusical.com/.

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===''The Wizard of Oz on Ice'' on tour===
'''Now on Tour: ''The Wizard of Oz on Ice''.''' The new, reimagined version of the 1990s ice show returns for another season. The company has announced the following tour dates:
* February 21, 2026: [https://starcentremd.com/event/the-all-new-wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ The STAR Center], Havre de Grace, Maryland
* February 25, 2026: [https://www.springfieldartscouncil.org/event/the-all-new-wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Clark State Performing Arts Center], Springfield, Ohio
* February 26, 2026: [https://luhrscenter.com/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Luhrs Performing Arts Center], Shippensburg, Pennsylvania
* March 5, 2026: [https://www.artsblooming.org/home-bcpa Bloomington Center for the Arts], Bloomington, Illinois
* March 6, 2026: [https://leachtheatre.mst.edu/events/2025/wiz-oz-on-ice/ Leach Theatre], Rolla, Missouri
* March 7, 2026: [https://www.hutchinsonfox.com/events/the-wizard-of-oz-on-ice Hutchinson's Historic Fox Theatre], Hutchinson, Kansas
* March 8, 2026: [https://www.topekaperformingarts.org/events/2026/the-wizard-of-oz-on-ice Topeka Performing Arts Center], Topeka, Kansas
* March 11, 2026: [https://mizzouarts.missouri.edu/university-concert-series-returns-for-118th-season/ Jesse Auditorium, University of Missouri], Columbia, Missouri
* March 14, 2026: [https://www.skokospac.org/ Shokos Performing Arts Center], Alma, Arkansas
* March 15, 2026: [https://www.coppellartscenter.org/events/detail/2026-wizard-of-oz-on-ice Coppell Arts Center], Coppell, Texas
* March 19, 2026: [https://coffeecountyartsalliance.org/product/wizard/ Enterprise High School Performing Arts Center], Enterprise, Alabama
* March 20, 2026: [https://fordcenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Ford Center for the Performing Arts], Oxford, Mississippi
* March 21, 2026: [https://tickets.thegrand.com/Online/mapSelect.asp?doWork::WSmap::loadMap=Load&createBO::WSmap=1&BOparam::WSmap::loadMap::performance_ids=BF23CAB4-BB58-48F2-B25A-98FC0873E482 The Grand 1894 Opera House], Galveston, Texas
* March 22, 2026: [https://ci.ovationtix.com/35987/production/1241069?performanceId=11647305 Temple Theater], Lufkin, Texas
* March 27, 2026: [https://www.moonlightstage.com/shows-tickets Moonlight Amphitheatre], Vista, California
* March 28, 2026: [https://www.ycpac.com/Online/default.asp?BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Avenue_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Acity_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Amonth_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Aobject_type_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Acategory_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_from=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_to=&doWork%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3Asearch=1&BOparam%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3Asearch%3A%3Aarticle_search_id=EE8716B4-0827-4B0D-9ACB-038A148DF966&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_criteria=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_from=2026-3-28&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_to=2026-3-28 Jim and Linda Lee Performing Arts Center], Prescott, Arizona
* March 29, 2026: [https://tickets.haughpac.com/wizard Haugh Performing Arts Center], Glendora, California
* March 30, 2026: [https://higleycenter.org/ Higley Center for the Performing Arts], Gilbert, Arizona
* April 10, 2026: [https://www.sunsetcenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Sunset Cultural Center], Carmel-by-the-Sea, California
* April 11, 2026: [https://www.lpac.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Lancaster Performing Arts Center], Lancaster, California
* April 12, 2026: [https://livermorearts.org/ Livermore Valley Performing Arts Center], Livermore, California
* April 15, 2026: [https://craterian.org/event/the-wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Craterian Theater], Medford, Oregon
* April 16, 2026: [https://columbiatheatre.com/new-events/wizard-of-oz-on-ice Columbia Theatre], Longview, Washington
* April 17, 2026: [https://www.washingtoncenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice-4-17-2026/ Washington Center for the Performing Arts], Olympia, Washington
* April 19, 2026: [https://buttearts.org/ Mother Lode Theatre], Butte, Montana
* April 30, 2026: [https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/41568594/wizard-of-oz-on-ice-pembroke-givens-performing-arts-center?_gl=1*17vkium*_ga*MTg1OTc1NzAyOS4xNzU3MTE1MzQz*_ga_LQFXLBGNDL*czE3NTcxMTUzNDMkbzEkZzEkdDE3NTcxMTUzNzMkajMwJGwwJGgw Givens Performing Arts Center], Pembroke, North Carolina

For more information about the show, see the website at https://wizardofozonice.com/.

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===''Ozmafia'' anime series, on the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Ozmafia'' anime series, crunchyroll.com.''' In this Japanese anime series (based on the video game of the same name), Scarlet is a new transfer student at Oz Academy. He doesn't get off to a good start, but the teachers seem nice enough. But what strange secrets are hiding at Oz Academy, and why are they at war with the other academies? Episodes (in Japanese, with English subtitles) are available to view online at http://www.crunchyroll.com/ozmafia for free.

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===''The Wizard of Oz'' and ''The Wiz'', throughout the United Kingdom===
'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz'', throughout the United Kingdom.''' Oz is a popular show to perform in the United Kingdom, and there always seems to be a show going on somewhere. For a complete listing of all upcoming productions of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in the United Kingdom, see the listings at [http://www.list.co.uk/events/theatre/what:The%20Wizard%20of%20Oz/sort:date/show:100/ ''The List''], naturally. They also have listings for performances of [http://www.list.co.uk/events/theatre/what:The%20Wiz/sort:date/show:100/ ''The Wiz''].

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===''Emerald City'' television series, NBC.com===
'''''Emerald City'' television series, NBC.com''' The latest Oz TV project has gone through its broadcast run on NBC. But the show's website is still up at http://www.nbc.com/emerald-city. You can still watch episodes online at http://www.nbc.com/emerald-city/episodes, and the show is also streaming on Peacock.

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===''Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz'', Internet Streaming and Cablecast===
'''Now playing: ''Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz'' cartoon series, Internet Streaming.''' This is the latest Oz cartoon series, based (very loosely) on the famous 1939 film version. Dorothy is now a princess of Oz and living in the Emerald City with Queen Ozma. But she's still having adventures! For more information, see the show's website at https://watch.boomerang.com/shows/dorothy-franchise/series/dorothy-series/volume-1. Or, if you have the Boomerang or Cartoon Network cable channels, episodes are now being shown in territories around the world, outside the United States, also have the show, so check your local version of the Cartoon Network, Boomerang, or Max channels or websites.

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===''Lost in Oz'' series, Internet streaming===
'''Now playing: ''Lost in Oz'', Amazon Video streaming.''' This animated series from Amazon tells the story of Dorothy, a modern-day girl, and her dog Toto, who are whisked to Oz when Dorothy opens one of her mother's old journals. To get home, she must find the elements of magic and help restore magic to Oz. Fortunately she has made friends with Ojo the Munchkin and West, a trainee witch, to help her out. To get started, see Amazon's ''Lost in Oz'' website at https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00Z89MYTI! And in November of 2022, [https://www.youtube.com/embed/h4fc1XvdBrk this short was dropped] with news of what's to come.

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===''Dee & Friends in Oz'', Netflix worldwide===
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'''Now playing: ''Dee & Friends in Oz'', Netflix worldwide.''' The streaming service has announced their new shows for 2024, including ''Dee & Friends in Oz'', an animated musical series aimed at preschoolers. Dee is a young girl who discovers a key to the magical land of Oz, where she makes friends and has has adventures where she saves the day. Want a sneak peek? [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oPAZCfmc0mQ&ab_channel=NetflixJr. Here's the first episode!]

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===''Chronicles of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now streaming: The ''Chronicles of Oz'' podcast.''' This audio adaptation of the first three Oz books, each in six episodes, presents ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', ''The Marvellous Land of Oz'', and ''Ozma of Oz'', plus a special episode adapting ''The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus''. Produced by Crossover Adventure Productions out of Australia. All episodes, along with trailers and other materials, can be downloaded at http://chroniclesofoz.com/.

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===''The Royal Podcast of Oz'', the Internet===
'''Now streaming: ''The Royal Podcast of Oz'', podbean.com and other podcasting sites.''' Now running for over a decade, this podcast is devoted to all things Oz, with interviews, reviews, news, and other items of interest to Oz fans of all types. You can listen to or download all editions at https://anchor.fm/the-royal-podcast-of-oz/, or look for it on your favorite podcast site.

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===''Wait Wait…Don't Tell Me'', National Public Radio===
'''Now streaming: ''Wait Wait…Don't Tell Me'' edition of May 11, 2019, npr.org.''' The popular current events quiz show recorded this episode in St. Louis, and got one of the city's most celebrated residents to play "Not My Job". Former Cardinals shortstop and Hall of Fame inductee Ozzie Smith was nicknamed "The Wizard of Oz" in his playing days, so naturally, he gets to answer questions about ''The Wizard of Oz''! You can listen to the entire episode [https://www.npr.org/programs/wait-wait-dont-tell-me/722132214/wait-wait-for-may-11-2019-with-not-my-job-guest-ozzie-smith?showDate=2019-05-11 here], or just Smith's segment [https://www.npr.org/2019/05/11/721853591/not-my-job-we-quiz-baseball-great-ozzie-smith-on-the-wizard-of-oz here].

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===''Hit the Bricks!'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Hit the Bricks!'' podcast, the Internet.''' One hundred years after the events of ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', the Gale farm is abandoned, and a new generation is off to have adventures in Oz. The first act has now dropped, with further episodes to come. For more information, see the show's website at https://hitthebricks.com/, and its Twitter feed at https://twitter.com/HitTheBricksPod/.

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===''The Smallwood Sessions'' podcast, "The Podcast of Oz", the Internet===
'''Now playing: "The Podcast of Oz" episode of ''The Smallwood Sessions'' podcast.''' To celebrate what would have been the 2020 edition of Chittenango's Oz-Stravaganza, this podcast about upstate New York celebrates Oz and creator L. Frank Baum's connections to the area. To listen, go to https://anchor.fm/josh-taylor87/episodes/Episode-22-The-Podcast-of-Oz-ef05f4.

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===''Down the Yellow Brick Pod'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Down the Yellow Brick Pod'' podcast.''' This podcast takes a deep dive into the Oz books, one chapter at a time, and looks at all that they encompass. Available on many podcast sources, including Google Podcasts, and through [https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS8xMTcyMTM4LnJzcw?hl=en this link].

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===''The Wonderful Recap of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''The Wonderful Recap of Oz'' podcast.''' This podcast recaps the Oz books, one per episode. Available Available on many podcast sources, including Google Podcasts, and through [https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy80ZjgyMWIyYy9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw== this link].

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===''No Place Like Home'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''No Place Like Home'' podcast.''' This podcast looks at the Ruby Slippers, how they were stolen in 2005 and found again in 2018, and all the background behind them, the production of The Movie, the life of Judy Garland, and more. Available on most podcasting sites. For more information, the show's website is at https://shows.cadence13.com/podcast/noplacelikehome.

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===''The Lost Princess of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''The Lost Princess of Oz'' podcast.''' A new, original Oz story for kids (of all ages), told in six parts, with songs, and presented by the Delaware Children's Theatre. Although based on Baum's writings, this is not the same story as his novel ''The Lost Princess of Oz''. For more information, or to subscribe, see the show's website at https://www.thelostprincessofozpodcast.com/.

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===''The Wizard of Oz: A Homegrown American Fairy Tale'' radio broadcast, BBC World Service===
'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz: A Homegrown American Fairy Tale'' radio documentary, BBC World Service and online streaming.''' This program looks at the origins and mythology of ''The Wizard of Oz'' and how it came about. It is currently available to listen or download online, anywhere in the world. Check the program's website at https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/w3ct1rl9 to listen to it online, or to download it.

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===To Oz? To Oz! online convention, the Internet===
'''To Oz? To Oz! online convention.''' With so many Oz events having to be cancelled this year because of the COVID-19 pandemic, a bunch of them got together to present some of their events to a worldwide, online audience for free. The live portions of the convention have now ended, but if you go to https://ozis.us/, you can see many prerecorded talks and events.

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===The OzConnection, YouTube===
'''The OzConnection, YouTube.''' OzCon International, the world's longest running ''Wizard of Oz'' convention, now has a YouTube channel at "The OzConnection", which features highlights of earlier cons and new material. The link is at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQU5pEFZZ6n_vXvRalgclSg.

The OzConnection has recently started two shows specifically for their channel. The first is a talk show called "OZ:Connect", which you can find in a playlist at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r-NAe0FKDXk&list=PLVNfENfXbx111GmnLLJFklUVGxPl1zUC-. The other new show is "Crypto-Oz-ology", short stories about all kinds of unusual happenings in Oz, which is in a playlist at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sCoSH97u4ts&list=PLVNfENfXbx11g0DhXikoqyP0dslwHeC1h.

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===Oz Talk, YouTube===
'''''Oz Talk'' panel talk show, YouTube.''' Join five Oz friends as they discuss any and all Oz subjects under the sun. New episodes will drop every two weeks on [https://www.youtube.com/c/TheOfficialOzClub/videos the Official Oz Club's YouTube Channel]. You can find the playlist for ''Oz Talk'' at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VNINbbefPS4&list=PL3OVMLWgINCRfgeWZR8GPJOp11rR73Ssc.

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===''Fifty Years of Oziana'' Readings, Youtube===
'''''Fifty Years of Oziana'' short story readings, YouTube.''' To celebrate fifty years of ''Oziana'', the International Wizard of Oz Club's annual literary magazine, Club members read stories from the last five decades. Many authors have even revisited their own stories. You can see the playlist of all stories [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hm6WXDLg9U8&list=PL3OVMLWgINCQ2a_CDuBggCt7kCYVaS4yD right here].

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===''Rainbow'' movie, Netflix===
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'''Now playing: ''Rainbow'', on Netflix worldwide.''' The first streaming service premieres this new movie, from director Paco León, that uses themes and imagery from ''The Wizard of Oz'' to explore the coming of age of Dora, a young Spanish woman who finds that everything she thought she knew about her life may be wrong. Available in an English dub, or with English subtitles.

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===The Wizard of Oz Experience, Around the World===
'''The Wizard of Oz Experience.''' The interactive outdoors event will be making making another set of appearances around the United States, Canada, and Australia in the spring of 2024. Take a look at https://questoapp.com/ for when it's coming to your town.

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===The Wicked Wizard Afternoon Tea, London, England, United Kingdom===
'''The Wicked Wizard Afternoon Tea, The Franklin Hotel, London, England, United Kingdom.''' Enjoy an Oz-themed tea, inspired by ''The Wizard of Oz'' and ''Wicked'', in the heart of London's Knightsbridge district. Tea is served from noon to 6:00, costs £49 (spirits are extra), and reservations must be made at least twenty-four hours in advance. For more information, including the menu, see [https://collezione.starhotels.com/en/our-hotels/the-franklin-london/restaurants-and-bars/wicked-wizard-at-the-franklin.html?_gl=1*1cfuckg*_up*MQ..*_gs*MQ..*_ga*MzU1MjIzMDI0LjE3NDE1NzY0NjA.*_ga_444Y1N2CEK*MTc0MTU3NjQ1OC4xLjEuMTc0MTU3NjU3NS4wLjAuMTkzNzQwNjk0Nw..*_ga_YXSDGTQ8NB*MTc0MTU3NjQ1OC4xLjEuMTc0MTU3NjU3NS4wLjAuNDIxNjUwMTc1&gclid=Cj0KCQiAlbW-BhCMARIsADnwasphX4BQH4lMNEKBognzeTmjcu96bA-ZlcDfhhU2ouaxc5CgyV41YLMaAjUfEALw_wcB the Franklin's website].

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===''Ruby Red Handed: Stealing America’s Most Famous Pair of Shoes'', Hulu===
'''Now playing: ''Ruby Red Handed: Stealing America’s Most Famous Pair of Shoes'', Hulu Streaming Service.''' This ABC News documentary delves into the 2005 theft of a pair of Ruby Slippers in Minnesota and the subsequent investigation and recovery. Keep an eye out here for more information and links.

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===''The Wizard of Oz'', Las Vegas, Nevada===
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'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz'' at the Sphere, Las Vegas, Nevada.''' See the famous 1939 film version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in a whole new way. This is an immersive reimagining in 16K on a huge screen surrounding the audience. For more information and to buy tickets, go to https://www.thesphere.com/shows/wizard-of-oz-experience.

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===Candlelight: ''The Wizard of Oz'' concerts, around the world===
'''Candlelight: ''The Wizard of OZ'' concerts, around the world.''' In conjunction with Warner Bros., Candlelight is presenting songs from the famous movie version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in venues around the world amidst a sea of flickering candles. For more information, or to locate a concert, see the website at https://candlelightexperience.com/wizard-of-oz-concerts/.

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===The Land of Oz: Beyond the Page Museum Exhibit, Chicago, Illinois===
'''Now through March 15, 2026: The Land of Oz: Beyond the Page Museum Exhibit, Driehaus Museum, Chicago, Illinois.''' This exhibit focuses on design elements of the famous 1939 film adaptation of ''The Wizard of Oz''. Items on display include replicas of the Ruby Slippers and the Cowardly Lion's "Courage" medal, an early draft script, and a prototype for the Flying Monkey's costumes. For more information, see the museum's website at https://driehausmuseum.org/exhibitions.

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===Bloomland in Oz, Burlington, Ontario, Canada===
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'''Now through April 6, 2026: Bloomland in Oz, Royal Botanical Gardens Canada, Burlington, Ontario, Canada.''' The Gardens' 2026 showcase features floral displays and artistic creations, all inspired by the novel ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz''. For more information or to purchase tickets, see the website at https://www.rbg.ca/things-to-do/by-season/special-events/winter-exhibit/. And here's a behind-the-scenes look:
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===Stories of Cinema: Identity exhibit, Los Angeles, California===
'''Now through January 10, 2027: Stories of Cinema: Identity exhibit, Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, Los Angeles, California.''' The Academy Museum has brought its pair of Ruby Slippers back for the public to view. This exhibit also includes costumes and design studies from such movies as ''Flower Drum Song'', ''Dreamgirls'', ''Moulin Rouge!'', ''Amadeus'', ''Ma Raimey's Black Bottom'', ''Barbie'', and ''Wicked''. For more information, see the museum's website at https://www.academymuseum.org/en/exhibitions/stories-of-cinema-identity.

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==March 2026==
===Lorna Luft, Las Vegas, Nevada===
'''March 14-15, 2026: Lorna Luft, The Palazzo Theatre, The Venetian, Las Vegas, Nevada.''' An actor and singer in her own right, Lorna Luft is also Judy Garland's daughter. Join her for an intimate, personal celebration of ''The Wizard of Oz'' and her mother's life and career. For more information or te purchase tickets, see https://www.venetianlasvegas.com/entertainment/lorna-luft.html.

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===An Emerald Evening in Oz, Kansas City, Missouri===
'''March 28, 2026: An Emerald Evening in Oz, The Midland Theatre, Kansas City, Missouri.''' The Kansas City Repertory Theatre's latest fundraiser has a distinctly Ozian touch this year, in celebration of the company's upcoming production of ''The Wizard of Oz''. For more information, including how to reserve a seat or a table, see https://kcrep.org/event/gala/.

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==April 2026==
===''Return to Oz'' 40th Anniversary Screening, San Francisco, California===
'''April 9, 2026: ''Return to Oz'' 40th Anniversary Screening, The Castro Theatre, San Francisco, California.''' The legendary San Francisco theater is opening again after renavations, and part of the program will be a rare theatrical screening of the 1985 Disney movie ''Return to Oz'' to celebrate it's fortieth anniversary (maybe a few months late). The special guest is director Walter Murch, who will discuss the film and answer questions afterwards. For more details, see the show's website at https://thecastro.com/events/movies-for-maniacs-260409/

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===Garmin Marathon in the Land of Oz, Olathe, Kansas===
'''April 26, 2026: Garmin Marathon in the Land of Oz, Olathe, Kansas.''' If you're going to have a 26.2-mile run in Kansas, you may as well give it an Oz theme! For more information and to register, see the race's website at http://ozrun.org/.

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==May/June 2026==
===''The Wizard of Oz'' play, Kansas City, Missouri===
'''May 5-24, 2026: ''The Wizard of Oz'' play, Kansas City Repertory Theatre, Kansas City, Missouri.''' The company presents the Royal Shakespeare Company's adaptation of the famous musical version of the story, based on the famous movie. For more details or to purchase tickets, see https://kcrep.org/event/the-wizard-of-oz/.

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===Yellow Brick Road Festival, Sedan, Kansas===
'''May 22-23, 2026: Yellow Brick Road Festival, Sedan, Kansas.''' This town in Kansas celebrates ''The Wizard of Oz'' every year. For details, see http://www.lasr.net/travel/city.php?Sedan&Kansas&Yellow+Brick+Road+Festival&City_ID=KS0604019&Event_ID=KS0604019e002&VE=Y or call 620-725-4033.

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===Oz-Stravaganza, Chittenango, New York===
'''June 5-7, 2026: Oz-Stravaganza, Chittenango, New York.''' This village in upstate New York honors its native son, L. Frank Baum, with an annual festival honoring his creation, the Land of Oz. For more information, see the event's website at http://www.oz-stravaganza.com/.

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===Judy Garland Festival, Grand Rapids, Minnesota===
'''June (exact dates to be announced), 2026: Judy Garland Festival, Judy Garland Museum and environs, Grand Rapids, Minnesota.''' Judy Garland's home town celebrates her in this annual festival, with events all over town spread out over several days. For more information, keep an eye on the event's website at https://judygarlandmuseum.com/judy-garland-museum-events/.

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==August 2026==
===Oz Festival Illinois, Mapleton, Illinois===
'''August (exact date to be announced), 2025: Oz Fest Illinois, Butler Haynes Park, Mapleton, Illinois.'''. For more information, see the event's website at https://www.hollispark.org/oz-fest, or the Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/OzFestIllinois/.

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==September 2026==
===Autumn at Oz Party, Banner Elk, North Carolina===
'''September (exact dates to be announced), 2026: Autumn at Oz Party, Beech Mountain, Banner Elk, North Carolina.''' The Wizard of Oz Park on the mountain may no longer be in regular operation, but it's still there, and Oz and park fans get together once a year for a party. Hurricane Hélène paused the event for 2025, but there's hope for a return in 2026. For more information, check out https://landofoznc.com/.

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===OzFest, Liberal, Kansas===
'''September (exact date to be announced), 2026: OzFest, Liberal, Kansas.''' The home town of the Dorothy's House attraction hosts its annual tribute to Dorothy and Oz. For more information, see [https://www.lasr.net/travel/city.php?Ozfest&TravelTo=KS1019015&VE=Y&Event_ID=KS1019015e002 the city's events page] and [http://visitliberal.com/ the city's website] (and be sure to call 1-800-LIBERAL to confirm event and dates).

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==October 2026==
===Oztoberfest, Wamego, Kansas===
'''October (exact date to be announced), 2026: Oztoberfest, Wamego, Kansas.''' The town not only has an Oz museum, they put on an annual Oz festival. Authors and other special guests will attend, and there's also admission to the museum. For more details, call the Oz museum at 1-866-458-TOTO, or see the event's website at http://oztoberfest.com/.

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==November 2026==
===TeslaCon, Middleton, Wisconsin===
'''November 12-15, 2026: TeslaCon, Marriott of Middleton, Middleton, Wisconsin.''' The country's largest steampunk convention celebrates its sixteenth edition, and this year the theme is Oz. For more information, see the convention's website at https://teslacon.com/.

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==Holiday Season 2026-27==
===''The Wizard of Oz'', holiday cablecasts===
'''''The Wizard of Oz'' holiday cablecasts, TBS and TNT.''' The stations' annual holiday season showings of the famous film version are, generally speaking, around Thanksgiving on TBS and Christmas on TNT. Check your local provider for exact times and channels on your system. Keep checking back for updates.

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===''The Wiz'' holiday telecasts===
'''''The Wiz'' holiday telecasts.''' Channels have holiday time airings of the 1978 film adaptation of ''The Wiz'', starring Diana Ross as Dorothy, Michael Jackson as the Scarecrow, Lena Horne as Glinda, and Richard Pryor as the Wiz. Keep checking back for updates.

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===''If I Only Had Christmas'' television movie, The Hallmark Channel===
'''''If I Only Had Christmas'' television movie, The Hallmark Channel.''' A Hallmark Christmas romance movie, first shown in 2020 and based (extremely loosely) on ''The Wizard of Oz''! Candace Cameron Bure stars as Darcy Gale, a publicist who teams up with Huck, a cynical business owner played by Neil Webb, to help out a charity in need. It airs many times at Christmas, and occasionally at other times throughout the year (check your local television provider for exact time and channel on your system). For more details and a sneak peek behind the scenes, take a look at [https://www.etonline.com/candace-cameron-bure-stars-in-hallmark-channels-if-i-only-had-christmas-first-look-exclusive-154864 the news report on the ''Entertainment Tonight'' website]. And [https://celebratingthesoaps.com/hallmark/hallmark-channel-news-wizard-of-oz-reimagined-candace-cameron-bure-in-if-i-only-had-christmas/ here's another report with another preview]. Finally, [https://www.hallmarkchannel.com/if-i-only-had-christmas here's the movie's page on the channel's website].

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==January 2027==
===Волшебник Изумрудного города, часть II, theaters throughout Russia===
'''January 1, 2027: ''Волшебник Изумрудного города, часть II'', theaters throughout Russia.''' The epic cinematic adaptation of Aleksandr Volkov's version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' comes to Russian theaters. Elli, Totoshka, Strasheela, the Iron Woodman, and the Cowardly Lion have reached the Emerald City. But will they meet the Wizard? What price will he ask from them to grant their wishes? Here's the teaser trailer:
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==To Be Determined==
===Wizard of Oz Days, Macon, Missouri===
'''Exact date to be announced: Wizard of Oz Days, Hannibal, Missouri.''' For complete details, see the event's Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/WizardofOzDays.

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OzWiki:Current events

2026-02-16T02:31:51Z

Ericgjovaag: /* The Wizard of Oz on Ice on tour */

Other Oz events can also be found on [https://www.ozclub.org/calendar/ the International Wizard of Oz Club's online calendar].

Please note that, since I live in the United States and most Oz events take place in the United States, I will identify most event locations by city and state only. Any events taking place in other countries will include the name of the country as well.

==Going on now==
===''Wicked'' play, around the world===
'''Now playing: ''Wicked''.''' This is the award-winning musical based on Gregory Maguire's novel ''Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West''. The book is by Winnie Holzman, the music by Stephen Schwartz, and the show is directed by Joe Mantello. It has done so well, it has spawned the following productions:

* [http://www.gershwintheatre.com/ Gershwin Theater], Broadway, New York City, New York. Tickets may be purchased online at [http://www.ticketmaster.com/venue/24579 ticketmaster.com]. For more details, go to [http://wickedthemusical.com/ wickedthemusical.com]. For a "Behind the Emerald Curtain" tour on Saturday mornings, go to https://wickedthemusical.com/behind-the-emerald-curtain#scrolldown for details.

* The Apollo Victoria Theatre, The West End, London, England, United Kingdom. For more information, including booking tickets, see http://www.wickedthemusical.co.uk/.

* ''Wicked'' is also touring the United States and Canada. For more information and updates about the tour, see https://wickedthemusical.com/tickets/#tour. Here's the current schedule (locations and dates are subject to change):
** February 18-March 1, 2026: [https://rbtl.org/ West Herr Auditorium Theatre], Rochester, New York
** March 4-22, 2026: [https://www.ppacri.org/events/detail/wicked-2 Providence Performing Arts Center], Providence, Rhode Island
** March 25-April 5, 2026: [https://www.broadwayincolumbia.com/upcoming-shows/ Koger Center for the Arts], Columbia, South Carolina
** April 8-19, 2026: [https://www.celebrityattractions.com/shows/10200/WICKED/Little-Rock/2026 Robinson Center], Little Rock, Arkansas
** April 22-May 3, 2026: Juanita K. Hammons Hall, Springfield, Missouri
** May 6-June 14, 2026: [https://dallas.broadway.com/shows/wicked/ Music Hall at Fair Park], Dallas, Texas
** June 17-July 5, 2026: [https://ticketomaha.com/Productions/wicked Orpheum Theater], Omaha, Nebraska
** July 8-August 9, 2026: [https://hennepinarts.org/events/wicked Orpheum Theatre], Minneapolis, Minnesota
** August 12-30, 2026: [https://kansascity.broadway.com/shows/wicked/ Music Hall], Kansas City, Missouri
** September 2-20, 2026: [https://www.desmoinesperformingarts.org/whats-on/events/2025-26/broadway/wicked Des Moines Civic Center], Des Moines, Iowa

* The Korean production is now on tour. The show's website is at https://www.wickedthemusical.co.kr/Home/Index. Here are the current dates:
** Now March 1, 2026: Keimyung Arts Center, Daegu

* A non-reproduction staging is now running at the Teatr Muzyczny ROMA in Warsaw, Poland. For more information, see https://www.teatrroma.pl/spektakl/wicked/.

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===''The Wiz'' play, national tour===
'''''The Wiz'' play, national tour.''' After its Broadway run, this new staging of the Tony-winning musical adaptation of ''The Wizard of Oz'' heads out on a North American tour. The following dates have been announced:

* March 3-15, 2026: [https://cincinnati.broadway.com/shows/the-wiz/ Aronhoff Center], Cincinnati, Ohio
* April 21-26, 2026: [https://www.altriatheater.com/events/detail/the-wiz-2025 Altria Center], Richmond, Virginia
* May 5-10, 2026: [https://www.celebrityattractions.com/shows/10194/THE-WIZ/Tulsa/2026 Tulsa Performing Arts Center], Tulsa, Oklahoma
* May 12-17, 2026: [https://austin.broadway.com/shows/the-wiz/ Bass Concert Hall], Austin, Texas
* May 19-24, 2026: [https://www.okcbroadway.com/wiz Civic Center Music Hall], Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
* May 26-31, 2026: [https://americantheatreguild.com/toledo/shows/the-wiz/ Stranahan Theater], Toledo, Ohio

More dates and cities will be coming. For more information, see the show's website at https://wizmusical.com/.

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===''The Wizard of Oz on Ice'' on tour===
'''Now on Tour: ''The Wizard of Oz on Ice''.''' The new, reimagined version of the 1990s ice show returns for another season. The company has announced the following tour dates:
* February 21, 2026: [https://starcentremd.com/event/the-all-new-wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ The STAR Center], Havre de Grace, Maryland
* February 25, 2026: [https://www.springfieldartscouncil.org/event/the-all-new-wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Clark State Performing Arts Center], Springfield, Ohio
* February 26, 2026: [https://luhrscenter.com/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Luhrs Performing Arts Center], Shippensburg, Pennsylvania
* March 5, 2026: [https://www.artsblooming.org/home-bcpa Bloomington Center for the Arts], Bloomington, Illinois
* March 6, 2026: [https://leachtheatre.mst.edu/events/2025/wiz-oz-on-ice/ Leach Theatre], Rolla, Missouri
* March 7, 2026: [https://www.hutchinsonfox.com/events/the-wizard-of-oz-on-ice Hutchinson's Historic Fox Theatre], Hutchinson, Kansas
* March 8, 2026: [https://www.topekaperformingarts.org/events/2026/the-wizard-of-oz-on-ice Topeka Performing Arts Center], Topeka, Kansas
* March 11, 2026: [https://mizzouarts.missouri.edu/university-concert-series-returns-for-118th-season/ Jesse Auditorium, University of Missouri], Columbia, Missouri
* March 14, 2026: [https://www.skokospac.org/ Shokos Performing Arts Center], Alma, Arkansas
* March 15, 2026: [https://www.coppellartscenter.org/events/detail/2026-wizard-of-oz-on-ice Coppell Arts Center], Coppell, Texas
* March 19, 2026: [https://coffeecountyartsalliance.org/product/wizard/ Enterprise High School Performing Arts Center], Enterprise, Alabama
* March 20, 2026: [https://fordcenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Ford Center for the Performing Arts], Oxford, Mississippi
* March 21, 2026: [https://tickets.thegrand.com/Online/mapSelect.asp?doWork::WSmap::loadMap=Load&createBO::WSmap=1&BOparam::WSmap::loadMap::performance_ids=BF23CAB4-BB58-48F2-B25A-98FC0873E482 The Grand 1894 Opera House], Galveston, Texas
* March 22, 2026: [https://ci.ovationtix.com/35987/production/1241069?performanceId=11647305 Temple Theater], Lufkin, Texas
* March 27, 2026: [https://www.moonlightstage.com/shows-tickets Moonlight Amphitheatre], Vista, California
* March 28, 2026: [https://www.ycpac.com/Online/default.asp?BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Avenue_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Acity_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Amonth_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Aobject_type_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Acategory_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_from=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_to=&doWork%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3Asearch=1&BOparam%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3Asearch%3A%3Aarticle_search_id=EE8716B4-0827-4B0D-9ACB-038A148DF966&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_criteria=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_from=2026-3-28&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_to=2026-3-28 Jim and Linda Lee Performing Arts Center], Prescott, Arizona
* March 29, 2026: [https://tickets.haughpac.com/wizard Haugh Performing Arts Center], Glendora, California
* March 30, 2026: [https://higleycenter.org/ Higley Center for the Performing Arts], Gilbert, Arizona
* April 10, 2026: [https://www.sunsetcenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Sunset Cultural Center], Carmel-by-the-Sea, California
* April 11, 2026: [https://www.lpac.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Lancaster Performing Arts Center], Lancaster, California
* April 12, 2026: [https://livermorearts.org/ Livermore Valley Performing Arts Center], Livermore, California
* April 15, 2026: [https://craterian.org/event/the-wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Craterian Theater], Medford, Oregon
* April 16, 2026: [https://columbiatheatre.com/new-events/wizard-of-oz-on-ice Columbia Theatre], Longview, Washington
* April 17, 2026: [https://www.washingtoncenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice-4-17-2026/ Washington Center for the Performing Arts], Olympia, Washington
* April 19, 2026: [https://buttearts.org/ Mother Lode Theatre], Butte, Montana
* April 30, 2026: [https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/41568594/wizard-of-oz-on-ice-pembroke-givens-performing-arts-center?_gl=1*17vkium*_ga*MTg1OTc1NzAyOS4xNzU3MTE1MzQz*_ga_LQFXLBGNDL*czE3NTcxMTUzNDMkbzEkZzEkdDE3NTcxMTUzNzMkajMwJGwwJGgw Givens Performing Arts Center], Pembroke, North Carolina

For more information about the show, see the website at https://wizardofozonice.com/.

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===''Ozmafia'' anime series, on the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Ozmafia'' anime series, crunchyroll.com.''' In this Japanese anime series (based on the video game of the same name), Scarlet is a new transfer student at Oz Academy. He doesn't get off to a good start, but the teachers seem nice enough. But what strange secrets are hiding at Oz Academy, and why are they at war with the other academies? Episodes (in Japanese, with English subtitles) are available to view online at http://www.crunchyroll.com/ozmafia for free.

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===''The Wizard of Oz'' and ''The Wiz'', throughout the United Kingdom===
'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz'', throughout the United Kingdom.''' Oz is a popular show to perform in the United Kingdom, and there always seems to be a show going on somewhere. For a complete listing of all upcoming productions of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in the United Kingdom, see the listings at [http://www.list.co.uk/events/theatre/what:The%20Wizard%20of%20Oz/sort:date/show:100/ ''The List''], naturally. They also have listings for performances of [http://www.list.co.uk/events/theatre/what:The%20Wiz/sort:date/show:100/ ''The Wiz''].

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===''Emerald City'' television series, NBC.com===
'''''Emerald City'' television series, NBC.com''' The latest Oz TV project has gone through its broadcast run on NBC. But the show's website is still up at http://www.nbc.com/emerald-city. You can still watch episodes online at http://www.nbc.com/emerald-city/episodes, and the show is also streaming on Peacock.

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===''Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz'', Internet Streaming and Cablecast===
'''Now playing: ''Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz'' cartoon series, Internet Streaming.''' This is the latest Oz cartoon series, based (very loosely) on the famous 1939 film version. Dorothy is now a princess of Oz and living in the Emerald City with Queen Ozma. But she's still having adventures! For more information, see the show's website at https://watch.boomerang.com/shows/dorothy-franchise/series/dorothy-series/volume-1. Or, if you have the Boomerang or Cartoon Network cable channels, episodes are now being shown in territories around the world, outside the United States, also have the show, so check your local version of the Cartoon Network, Boomerang, or Max channels or websites.

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===''Lost in Oz'' series, Internet streaming===
'''Now playing: ''Lost in Oz'', Amazon Video streaming.''' This animated series from Amazon tells the story of Dorothy, a modern-day girl, and her dog Toto, who are whisked to Oz when Dorothy opens one of her mother's old journals. To get home, she must find the elements of magic and help restore magic to Oz. Fortunately she has made friends with Ojo the Munchkin and West, a trainee witch, to help her out. To get started, see Amazon's ''Lost in Oz'' website at https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00Z89MYTI! And in November of 2022, [https://www.youtube.com/embed/h4fc1XvdBrk this short was dropped] with news of what's to come.

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===''Dee & Friends in Oz'', Netflix worldwide===
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'''Now playing: ''Dee & Friends in Oz'', Netflix worldwide.''' The streaming service has announced their new shows for 2024, including ''Dee & Friends in Oz'', an animated musical series aimed at preschoolers. Dee is a young girl who discovers a key to the magical land of Oz, where she makes friends and has has adventures where she saves the day. Want a sneak peek? [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oPAZCfmc0mQ&ab_channel=NetflixJr. Here's the first episode!]

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===''Chronicles of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now streaming: The ''Chronicles of Oz'' podcast.''' This audio adaptation of the first three Oz books, each in six episodes, presents ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', ''The Marvellous Land of Oz'', and ''Ozma of Oz'', plus a special episode adapting ''The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus''. Produced by Crossover Adventure Productions out of Australia. All episodes, along with trailers and other materials, can be downloaded at http://chroniclesofoz.com/.

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===''The Royal Podcast of Oz'', the Internet===
'''Now streaming: ''The Royal Podcast of Oz'', podbean.com and other podcasting sites.''' Now running for over a decade, this podcast is devoted to all things Oz, with interviews, reviews, news, and other items of interest to Oz fans of all types. You can listen to or download all editions at https://anchor.fm/the-royal-podcast-of-oz/, or look for it on your favorite podcast site.

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===''Wait Wait…Don't Tell Me'', National Public Radio===
'''Now streaming: ''Wait Wait…Don't Tell Me'' edition of May 11, 2019, npr.org.''' The popular current events quiz show recorded this episode in St. Louis, and got one of the city's most celebrated residents to play "Not My Job". Former Cardinals shortstop and Hall of Fame inductee Ozzie Smith was nicknamed "The Wizard of Oz" in his playing days, so naturally, he gets to answer questions about ''The Wizard of Oz''! You can listen to the entire episode [https://www.npr.org/programs/wait-wait-dont-tell-me/722132214/wait-wait-for-may-11-2019-with-not-my-job-guest-ozzie-smith?showDate=2019-05-11 here], or just Smith's segment [https://www.npr.org/2019/05/11/721853591/not-my-job-we-quiz-baseball-great-ozzie-smith-on-the-wizard-of-oz here].

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===''Hit the Bricks!'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Hit the Bricks!'' podcast, the Internet.''' One hundred years after the events of ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', the Gale farm is abandoned, and a new generation is off to have adventures in Oz. The first act has now dropped, with further episodes to come. For more information, see the show's website at https://hitthebricks.com/, and its Twitter feed at https://twitter.com/HitTheBricksPod/.

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===''The Smallwood Sessions'' podcast, "The Podcast of Oz", the Internet===
'''Now playing: "The Podcast of Oz" episode of ''The Smallwood Sessions'' podcast.''' To celebrate what would have been the 2020 edition of Chittenango's Oz-Stravaganza, this podcast about upstate New York celebrates Oz and creator L. Frank Baum's connections to the area. To listen, go to https://anchor.fm/josh-taylor87/episodes/Episode-22-The-Podcast-of-Oz-ef05f4.

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===''Down the Yellow Brick Pod'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Down the Yellow Brick Pod'' podcast.''' This podcast takes a deep dive into the Oz books, one chapter at a time, and looks at all that they encompass. Available on many podcast sources, including Google Podcasts, and through [https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS8xMTcyMTM4LnJzcw?hl=en this link].

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===''The Wonderful Recap of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''The Wonderful Recap of Oz'' podcast.''' This podcast recaps the Oz books, one per episode. Available Available on many podcast sources, including Google Podcasts, and through [https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy80ZjgyMWIyYy9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw== this link].

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===''No Place Like Home'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''No Place Like Home'' podcast.''' This podcast looks at the Ruby Slippers, how they were stolen in 2005 and found again in 2018, and all the background behind them, the production of The Movie, the life of Judy Garland, and more. Available on most podcasting sites. For more information, the show's website is at https://shows.cadence13.com/podcast/noplacelikehome.

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===''The Lost Princess of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''The Lost Princess of Oz'' podcast.''' A new, original Oz story for kids (of all ages), told in six parts, with songs, and presented by the Delaware Children's Theatre. Although based on Baum's writings, this is not the same story as his novel ''The Lost Princess of Oz''. For more information, or to subscribe, see the show's website at https://www.thelostprincessofozpodcast.com/.

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===''The Wizard of Oz: A Homegrown American Fairy Tale'' radio broadcast, BBC World Service===
'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz: A Homegrown American Fairy Tale'' radio documentary, BBC World Service and online streaming.''' This program looks at the origins and mythology of ''The Wizard of Oz'' and how it came about. It is currently available to listen or download online, anywhere in the world. Check the program's website at https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/w3ct1rl9 to listen to it online, or to download it.

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===To Oz? To Oz! online convention, the Internet===
'''To Oz? To Oz! online convention.''' With so many Oz events having to be cancelled this year because of the COVID-19 pandemic, a bunch of them got together to present some of their events to a worldwide, online audience for free. The live portions of the convention have now ended, but if you go to https://ozis.us/, you can see many prerecorded talks and events.

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===The OzConnection, YouTube===
'''The OzConnection, YouTube.''' OzCon International, the world's longest running ''Wizard of Oz'' convention, now has a YouTube channel at "The OzConnection", which features highlights of earlier cons and new material. The link is at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQU5pEFZZ6n_vXvRalgclSg.

The OzConnection has recently started two shows specifically for their channel. The first is a talk show called "OZ:Connect", which you can find in a playlist at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r-NAe0FKDXk&list=PLVNfENfXbx111GmnLLJFklUVGxPl1zUC-. The other new show is "Crypto-Oz-ology", short stories about all kinds of unusual happenings in Oz, which is in a playlist at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sCoSH97u4ts&list=PLVNfENfXbx11g0DhXikoqyP0dslwHeC1h.

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===Oz Talk, YouTube===
'''''Oz Talk'' panel talk show, YouTube.''' Join five Oz friends as they discuss any and all Oz subjects under the sun. New episodes will drop every two weeks on [https://www.youtube.com/c/TheOfficialOzClub/videos the Official Oz Club's YouTube Channel]. You can find the playlist for ''Oz Talk'' at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VNINbbefPS4&list=PL3OVMLWgINCRfgeWZR8GPJOp11rR73Ssc.

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===''Fifty Years of Oziana'' Readings, Youtube===
'''''Fifty Years of Oziana'' short story readings, YouTube.''' To celebrate fifty years of ''Oziana'', the International Wizard of Oz Club's annual literary magazine, Club members read stories from the last five decades. Many authors have even revisited their own stories. You can see the playlist of all stories [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hm6WXDLg9U8&list=PL3OVMLWgINCQ2a_CDuBggCt7kCYVaS4yD right here].

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===''Rainbow'' movie, Netflix===
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'''Now playing: ''Rainbow'', on Netflix worldwide.''' The first streaming service premieres this new movie, from director Paco León, that uses themes and imagery from ''The Wizard of Oz'' to explore the coming of age of Dora, a young Spanish woman who finds that everything she thought she knew about her life may be wrong. Available in an English dub, or with English subtitles.

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===The Wizard of Oz Experience, Around the World===
'''The Wizard of Oz Experience.''' The interactive outdoors event will be making making another set of appearances around the United States, Canada, and Australia in the spring of 2024. Take a look at https://questoapp.com/ for when it's coming to your town.

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===The Wicked Wizard Afternoon Tea, London, England, United Kingdom===
'''The Wicked Wizard Afternoon Tea, The Franklin Hotel, London, England, United Kingdom.''' Enjoy an Oz-themed tea, inspired by ''The Wizard of Oz'' and ''Wicked'', in the heart of London's Knightsbridge district. Tea is served from noon to 6:00, costs £49 (spirits are extra), and reservations must be made at least twenty-four hours in advance. For more information, including the menu, see [https://collezione.starhotels.com/en/our-hotels/the-franklin-london/restaurants-and-bars/wicked-wizard-at-the-franklin.html?_gl=1*1cfuckg*_up*MQ..*_gs*MQ..*_ga*MzU1MjIzMDI0LjE3NDE1NzY0NjA.*_ga_444Y1N2CEK*MTc0MTU3NjQ1OC4xLjEuMTc0MTU3NjU3NS4wLjAuMTkzNzQwNjk0Nw..*_ga_YXSDGTQ8NB*MTc0MTU3NjQ1OC4xLjEuMTc0MTU3NjU3NS4wLjAuNDIxNjUwMTc1&gclid=Cj0KCQiAlbW-BhCMARIsADnwasphX4BQH4lMNEKBognzeTmjcu96bA-ZlcDfhhU2ouaxc5CgyV41YLMaAjUfEALw_wcB the Franklin's website].

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===''Ruby Red Handed: Stealing America’s Most Famous Pair of Shoes'', Hulu===
'''Now playing: ''Ruby Red Handed: Stealing America’s Most Famous Pair of Shoes'', Hulu Streaming Service.''' This ABC News documentary delves into the 2005 theft of a pair of Ruby Slippers in Minnesota and the subsequent investigation and recovery. Keep an eye out here for more information and links.

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===''The Wizard of Oz'', Las Vegas, Nevada===
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'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz'' at the Sphere, Las Vegas, Nevada.''' See the famous 1939 film version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in a whole new way. This is an immersive reimagining in 16K on a huge screen surrounding the audience. For more information and to buy tickets, go to https://www.thesphere.com/shows/wizard-of-oz-experience.

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===Candlelight: ''The Wizard of Oz'' concerts, around the world===
'''Candlelight: ''The Wizard of OZ'' concerts, around the world.''' In conjunction with Warner Bros., Candlelight is presenting songs from the famous movie version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in venues around the world amidst a sea of flickering candles. For more information, or to locate a concert, see the website at https://candlelightexperience.com/wizard-of-oz-concerts/.

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===The Land of Oz: Beyond the Page Museum Exhibit, Chicago, Illinois===
'''Now through March 15, 2026: The Land of Oz: Beyond the Page Museum Exhibit, Driehaus Museum, Chicago, Illinois.''' This exhibit focuses on design elements of the famous 1939 film adaptation of ''The Wizard of Oz''. Items on display include replicas of the Ruby Slippers and the Cowardly Lion's "Courage" medal, an early draft script, and a prototype for the Flying Monkey's costumes. For more information, see the museum's website at https://driehausmuseum.org/exhibitions.

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===Bloomland in Oz, Burlington, Ontario, Canada===
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'''Now through April 6, 2026: Bloomland in Oz, Royal Botanical Gardens Canada, Burlington, Ontario, Canada.''' The Gardens' 2026 showcase features floral displays and artistic creations, all inspired by the novel ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz''. For more information or to purchase tickets, see the website at https://www.rbg.ca/things-to-do/by-season/special-events/winter-exhibit/. And here's a behind-the-scenes look:
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===Stories of Cinema: Identity exhibit, Los Angeles, California===
'''Now through January 10, 2027: Stories of Cinema: Identity exhibit, Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, Los Angeles, California.''' The Academy Museum has brought its pair of Ruby Slippers back for the public to view. This exhibit also includes costumes and design studies from such movies as ''Flower Drum Song'', ''Dreamgirls'', ''Moulin Rouge!'', ''Amadeus'', ''Ma Raimey's Black Bottom'', ''Barbie'', and ''Wicked''. For more information, see the museum's website at https://www.academymuseum.org/en/exhibitions/stories-of-cinema-identity.

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==March 2026==
===Lorna Luft, Las Vegas, Nevada===
'''March 14-15, 2026: Lorna Luft, The Palazzo Theatre, The Venetian, Las Vegas, Nevada.''' An actor and singer in her own right, Lorna Luft is also Judy Garland's daughter. Join her for an intimate, personal celebration of ''The Wizard of Oz'' and her mother's life and career. For more information or te purchase tickets, see https://www.venetianlasvegas.com/entertainment/lorna-luft.html.

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===An Emerald Evening in Oz, Kansas City, Missouri===
'''March 28, 2026: An Emerald Evening in Oz, The Midland Theatre, Kansas City, Missouri.''' The Kansas City Repertory Theatre's latest fundraiser has a distinctly Ozian touch this year, in celebration of the company's upcoming production of ''The Wizard of Oz''. For more information, including how to reserve a seat or a table, see https://kcrep.org/event/gala/.

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==April 2026==
===''Return to Oz'' 40th Anniversary Screening, San Francisco, California===
'''April 9, 2026: ''Return to Oz'' 40th Anniversary Screening, The Castro Theatre, San Francisco, California.''' The legendary San Francisco theater is opening again after renavations, and part of the program will be a rare theatrical screening of the 1985 Disney movie ''Return to Oz'' to celebrate it's fortieth anniversary (maybe a few months late). The special guest is director Walter Murch, who will discuss the film and answer questions afterwards. For more details, see the show's website at https://thecastro.com/events/movies-for-maniacs-260409/

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===Garmin Marathon in the Land of Oz, Olathe, Kansas===
'''April 26, 2026: Garmin Marathon in the Land of Oz, Olathe, Kansas.''' If you're going to have a 26.2-mile run in Kansas, you may as well give it an Oz theme! For more information and to register, see the race's website at http://ozrun.org/.

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==May/June 2026==
===''The Wizard of Oz'' play, Kansas City, Missouri===
'''May 5-24, 2026: ''The Wizard of Oz'' play, Kansas City Repertory Theatre, Kansas City, Missouri.''' The company presents the Royal Shakespeare Company's adaptation of the famous musical version of the story, based on the famous movie. For more details or to purchase tickets, see https://kcrep.org/event/the-wizard-of-oz/.

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===Yellow Brick Road Festival, Sedan, Kansas===
'''May 22-23, 2026: Yellow Brick Road Festival, Sedan, Kansas.''' This town in Kansas celebrates ''The Wizard of Oz'' every year. For details, see http://www.lasr.net/travel/city.php?Sedan&Kansas&Yellow+Brick+Road+Festival&City_ID=KS0604019&Event_ID=KS0604019e002&VE=Y or call 620-725-4033.

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===Oz-Stravaganza, Chittenango, New York===
'''June 5-7, 2026: Oz-Stravaganza, Chittenango, New York.''' This village in upstate New York honors its native son, L. Frank Baum, with an annual festival honoring his creation, the Land of Oz. For more information, see the event's website at http://www.oz-stravaganza.com/.

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===Judy Garland Festival, Grand Rapids, Minnesota===
'''June (exact dates to be announced), 2026: Judy Garland Festival, Judy Garland Museum and environs, Grand Rapids, Minnesota.''' Judy Garland's home town celebrates her in this annual festival, with events all over town spread out over several days. For more information, keep an eye on the event's website at https://judygarlandmuseum.com/judy-garland-museum-events/.

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==August 2026==
===Oz Festival Illinois, Mapleton, Illinois===
'''August (exact date to be announced), 2025: Oz Fest Illinois, Butler Haynes Park, Mapleton, Illinois.'''. For more information, see the event's website at https://www.hollispark.org/oz-fest, or the Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/OzFestIllinois/.

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==September 2026==
===Autumn at Oz Party, Banner Elk, North Carolina===
'''September (exact dates to be announced), 2026: Autumn at Oz Party, Beech Mountain, Banner Elk, North Carolina.''' The Wizard of Oz Park on the mountain may no longer be in regular operation, but it's still there, and Oz and park fans get together once a year for a party. Hurricane Hélène paused the event for 2025, but there's hope for a return in 2026. For more information, check out https://landofoznc.com/.

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===OzFest, Liberal, Kansas===
'''September (exact date to be announced), 2026: OzFest, Liberal, Kansas.''' The home town of the Dorothy's House attraction hosts its annual tribute to Dorothy and Oz. For more information, see [https://www.lasr.net/travel/city.php?Ozfest&TravelTo=KS1019015&VE=Y&Event_ID=KS1019015e002 the city's events page] and [http://visitliberal.com/ the city's website] (and be sure to call 1-800-LIBERAL to confirm event and dates).

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==October 2026==
===Oztoberfest, Wamego, Kansas===
'''October (exact date to be announced), 2026: Oztoberfest, Wamego, Kansas.''' The town not only has an Oz museum, they put on an annual Oz festival. Authors and other special guests will attend, and there's also admission to the museum. For more details, call the Oz museum at 1-866-458-TOTO, or see the event's website at http://oztoberfest.com/.

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==November 2026==
===TeslaCon, Middleton, Wisconsin===
'''November 12-15, 2026: TeslaCon, Marriott of Middleton, Middleton, Wisconsin.''' The country's largest steampunk convention celebrates its sixteenth edition, and this year the theme is Oz. For more information, see the convention's website at https://teslacon.com/.

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==Holiday Season 2026-27==
===''The Wizard of Oz'', holiday cablecasts===
'''''The Wizard of Oz'' holiday cablecasts, TBS and TNT.''' The stations' annual holiday season showings of the famous film version are, generally speaking, around Thanksgiving on TBS and Christmas on TNT. Check your local provider for exact times and channels on your system. Keep checking back for updates.

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===''The Wiz'' holiday telecasts===
'''''The Wiz'' holiday telecasts.''' Channels have holiday time airings of the 1978 film adaptation of ''The Wiz'', starring Diana Ross as Dorothy, Michael Jackson as the Scarecrow, Lena Horne as Glinda, and Richard Pryor as the Wiz. Keep checking back for updates.

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===''If I Only Had Christmas'' television movie, The Hallmark Channel===
'''''If I Only Had Christmas'' television movie, The Hallmark Channel.''' A Hallmark Christmas romance movie, first shown in 2020 and based (extremely loosely) on ''The Wizard of Oz''! Candace Cameron Bure stars as Darcy Gale, a publicist who teams up with Huck, a cynical business owner played by Neil Webb, to help out a charity in need. It airs many times at Christmas, and occasionally at other times throughout the year (check your local television provider for exact time and channel on your system). For more details and a sneak peek behind the scenes, take a look at [https://www.etonline.com/candace-cameron-bure-stars-in-hallmark-channels-if-i-only-had-christmas-first-look-exclusive-154864 the news report on the ''Entertainment Tonight'' website]. And [https://celebratingthesoaps.com/hallmark/hallmark-channel-news-wizard-of-oz-reimagined-candace-cameron-bure-in-if-i-only-had-christmas/ here's another report with another preview]. Finally, [https://www.hallmarkchannel.com/if-i-only-had-christmas here's the movie's page on the channel's website].

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==To Be Determined==
===Wizard of Oz Days, Macon, Missouri===
'''Exact date to be announced: Wizard of Oz Days, Hannibal, Missouri.''' For complete details, see the event's Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/WizardofOzDays.

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OzWiki:Current events

2026-02-16T02:31:35Z

Ericgjovaag: /* The Wiz play, national tour */

Other Oz events can also be found on [https://www.ozclub.org/calendar/ the International Wizard of Oz Club's online calendar].

Please note that, since I live in the United States and most Oz events take place in the United States, I will identify most event locations by city and state only. Any events taking place in other countries will include the name of the country as well.

==Going on now==
===''Wicked'' play, around the world===
'''Now playing: ''Wicked''.''' This is the award-winning musical based on Gregory Maguire's novel ''Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West''. The book is by Winnie Holzman, the music by Stephen Schwartz, and the show is directed by Joe Mantello. It has done so well, it has spawned the following productions:

* [http://www.gershwintheatre.com/ Gershwin Theater], Broadway, New York City, New York. Tickets may be purchased online at [http://www.ticketmaster.com/venue/24579 ticketmaster.com]. For more details, go to [http://wickedthemusical.com/ wickedthemusical.com]. For a "Behind the Emerald Curtain" tour on Saturday mornings, go to https://wickedthemusical.com/behind-the-emerald-curtain#scrolldown for details.

* The Apollo Victoria Theatre, The West End, London, England, United Kingdom. For more information, including booking tickets, see http://www.wickedthemusical.co.uk/.

* ''Wicked'' is also touring the United States and Canada. For more information and updates about the tour, see https://wickedthemusical.com/tickets/#tour. Here's the current schedule (locations and dates are subject to change):
** February 18-March 1, 2026: [https://rbtl.org/ West Herr Auditorium Theatre], Rochester, New York
** March 4-22, 2026: [https://www.ppacri.org/events/detail/wicked-2 Providence Performing Arts Center], Providence, Rhode Island
** March 25-April 5, 2026: [https://www.broadwayincolumbia.com/upcoming-shows/ Koger Center for the Arts], Columbia, South Carolina
** April 8-19, 2026: [https://www.celebrityattractions.com/shows/10200/WICKED/Little-Rock/2026 Robinson Center], Little Rock, Arkansas
** April 22-May 3, 2026: Juanita K. Hammons Hall, Springfield, Missouri
** May 6-June 14, 2026: [https://dallas.broadway.com/shows/wicked/ Music Hall at Fair Park], Dallas, Texas
** June 17-July 5, 2026: [https://ticketomaha.com/Productions/wicked Orpheum Theater], Omaha, Nebraska
** July 8-August 9, 2026: [https://hennepinarts.org/events/wicked Orpheum Theatre], Minneapolis, Minnesota
** August 12-30, 2026: [https://kansascity.broadway.com/shows/wicked/ Music Hall], Kansas City, Missouri
** September 2-20, 2026: [https://www.desmoinesperformingarts.org/whats-on/events/2025-26/broadway/wicked Des Moines Civic Center], Des Moines, Iowa

* The Korean production is now on tour. The show's website is at https://www.wickedthemusical.co.kr/Home/Index. Here are the current dates:
** Now March 1, 2026: Keimyung Arts Center, Daegu

* A non-reproduction staging is now running at the Teatr Muzyczny ROMA in Warsaw, Poland. For more information, see https://www.teatrroma.pl/spektakl/wicked/.

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===''The Wiz'' play, national tour===
'''''The Wiz'' play, national tour.''' After its Broadway run, this new staging of the Tony-winning musical adaptation of ''The Wizard of Oz'' heads out on a North American tour. The following dates have been announced:

* March 3-15, 2026: [https://cincinnati.broadway.com/shows/the-wiz/ Aronhoff Center], Cincinnati, Ohio
* April 21-26, 2026: [https://www.altriatheater.com/events/detail/the-wiz-2025 Altria Center], Richmond, Virginia
* May 5-10, 2026: [https://www.celebrityattractions.com/shows/10194/THE-WIZ/Tulsa/2026 Tulsa Performing Arts Center], Tulsa, Oklahoma
* May 12-17, 2026: [https://austin.broadway.com/shows/the-wiz/ Bass Concert Hall], Austin, Texas
* May 19-24, 2026: [https://www.okcbroadway.com/wiz Civic Center Music Hall], Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
* May 26-31, 2026: [https://americantheatreguild.com/toledo/shows/the-wiz/ Stranahan Theater], Toledo, Ohio

More dates and cities will be coming. For more information, see the show's website at https://wizmusical.com/.

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===''The Wizard of Oz on Ice'' on tour===
'''Now on Tour: ''The Wizard of Oz on Ice''.''' The new, reimagined version of the 1990s ice show returns for another season. The company has announced the following tour dates:
* February 12, 2026: Bradford Area High School Auditorium, Bradford, Pennsylvania
* February 14, 2026: [https://rivieratheatre.org/event/wizard-of-oz-ice/ Riviera Theatre], North Tonawanda, New York
* February 15, 2026: [https://theeich.org/ Eichelberger Performing Arts Center], Hanover, Pennsylvania
* February 21, 2026: [https://starcentremd.com/event/the-all-new-wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ The STAR Center], Havre de Grace, Maryland
* February 25, 2026: [https://www.springfieldartscouncil.org/event/the-all-new-wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Clark State Performing Arts Center], Springfield, Ohio
* February 26, 2026: [https://luhrscenter.com/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Luhrs Performing Arts Center], Shippensburg, Pennsylvania
* March 5, 2026: [https://www.artsblooming.org/home-bcpa Bloomington Center for the Arts], Bloomington, Illinois
* March 6, 2026: [https://leachtheatre.mst.edu/events/2025/wiz-oz-on-ice/ Leach Theatre], Rolla, Missouri
* March 7, 2026: [https://www.hutchinsonfox.com/events/the-wizard-of-oz-on-ice Hutchinson's Historic Fox Theatre], Hutchinson, Kansas
* March 8, 2026: [https://www.topekaperformingarts.org/events/2026/the-wizard-of-oz-on-ice Topeka Performing Arts Center], Topeka, Kansas
* March 11, 2026: [https://mizzouarts.missouri.edu/university-concert-series-returns-for-118th-season/ Jesse Auditorium, University of Missouri], Columbia, Missouri
* March 14, 2026: [https://www.skokospac.org/ Shokos Performing Arts Center], Alma, Arkansas
* March 15, 2026: [https://www.coppellartscenter.org/events/detail/2026-wizard-of-oz-on-ice Coppell Arts Center], Coppell, Texas
* March 19, 2026: [https://coffeecountyartsalliance.org/product/wizard/ Enterprise High School Performing Arts Center], Enterprise, Alabama
* March 20, 2026: [https://fordcenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Ford Center for the Performing Arts], Oxford, Mississippi
* March 21, 2026: [https://tickets.thegrand.com/Online/mapSelect.asp?doWork::WSmap::loadMap=Load&createBO::WSmap=1&BOparam::WSmap::loadMap::performance_ids=BF23CAB4-BB58-48F2-B25A-98FC0873E482 The Grand 1894 Opera House], Galveston, Texas
* March 22, 2026: [https://ci.ovationtix.com/35987/production/1241069?performanceId=11647305 Temple Theater], Lufkin, Texas
* March 27, 2026: [https://www.moonlightstage.com/shows-tickets Moonlight Amphitheatre], Vista, California
* March 28, 2026: [https://www.ycpac.com/Online/default.asp?BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Avenue_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Acity_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Amonth_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Aobject_type_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Acategory_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_from=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_to=&doWork%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3Asearch=1&BOparam%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3Asearch%3A%3Aarticle_search_id=EE8716B4-0827-4B0D-9ACB-038A148DF966&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_criteria=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_from=2026-3-28&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_to=2026-3-28 Jim and Linda Lee Performing Arts Center], Prescott, Arizona
* March 29, 2026: [https://tickets.haughpac.com/wizard Haugh Performing Arts Center], Glendora, California
* March 30, 2026: [https://higleycenter.org/ Higley Center for the Performing Arts], Gilbert, Arizona
* April 10, 2026: [https://www.sunsetcenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Sunset Cultural Center], Carmel-by-the-Sea, California
* April 11, 2026: [https://www.lpac.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Lancaster Performing Arts Center], Lancaster, California
* April 12, 2026: [https://livermorearts.org/ Livermore Valley Performing Arts Center], Livermore, California
* April 15, 2026: [https://craterian.org/event/the-wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Craterian Theater], Medford, Oregon
* April 16, 2026: [https://columbiatheatre.com/new-events/wizard-of-oz-on-ice Columbia Theatre], Longview, Washington
* April 17, 2026: [https://www.washingtoncenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice-4-17-2026/ Washington Center for the Performing Arts], Olympia, Washington
* April 19, 2026: [https://buttearts.org/ Mother Lode Theatre], Butte, Montana
* April 30, 2026: [https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/41568594/wizard-of-oz-on-ice-pembroke-givens-performing-arts-center?_gl=1*17vkium*_ga*MTg1OTc1NzAyOS4xNzU3MTE1MzQz*_ga_LQFXLBGNDL*czE3NTcxMTUzNDMkbzEkZzEkdDE3NTcxMTUzNzMkajMwJGwwJGgw Givens Performing Arts Center], Pembroke, North Carolina

For more information about the show, see the website at https://wizardofozonice.com/.

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===''Ozmafia'' anime series, on the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Ozmafia'' anime series, crunchyroll.com.''' In this Japanese anime series (based on the video game of the same name), Scarlet is a new transfer student at Oz Academy. He doesn't get off to a good start, but the teachers seem nice enough. But what strange secrets are hiding at Oz Academy, and why are they at war with the other academies? Episodes (in Japanese, with English subtitles) are available to view online at http://www.crunchyroll.com/ozmafia for free.

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===''The Wizard of Oz'' and ''The Wiz'', throughout the United Kingdom===
'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz'', throughout the United Kingdom.''' Oz is a popular show to perform in the United Kingdom, and there always seems to be a show going on somewhere. For a complete listing of all upcoming productions of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in the United Kingdom, see the listings at [http://www.list.co.uk/events/theatre/what:The%20Wizard%20of%20Oz/sort:date/show:100/ ''The List''], naturally. They also have listings for performances of [http://www.list.co.uk/events/theatre/what:The%20Wiz/sort:date/show:100/ ''The Wiz''].

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===''Emerald City'' television series, NBC.com===
'''''Emerald City'' television series, NBC.com''' The latest Oz TV project has gone through its broadcast run on NBC. But the show's website is still up at http://www.nbc.com/emerald-city. You can still watch episodes online at http://www.nbc.com/emerald-city/episodes, and the show is also streaming on Peacock.

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===''Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz'', Internet Streaming and Cablecast===
'''Now playing: ''Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz'' cartoon series, Internet Streaming.''' This is the latest Oz cartoon series, based (very loosely) on the famous 1939 film version. Dorothy is now a princess of Oz and living in the Emerald City with Queen Ozma. But she's still having adventures! For more information, see the show's website at https://watch.boomerang.com/shows/dorothy-franchise/series/dorothy-series/volume-1. Or, if you have the Boomerang or Cartoon Network cable channels, episodes are now being shown in territories around the world, outside the United States, also have the show, so check your local version of the Cartoon Network, Boomerang, or Max channels or websites.

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===''Lost in Oz'' series, Internet streaming===
'''Now playing: ''Lost in Oz'', Amazon Video streaming.''' This animated series from Amazon tells the story of Dorothy, a modern-day girl, and her dog Toto, who are whisked to Oz when Dorothy opens one of her mother's old journals. To get home, she must find the elements of magic and help restore magic to Oz. Fortunately she has made friends with Ojo the Munchkin and West, a trainee witch, to help her out. To get started, see Amazon's ''Lost in Oz'' website at https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00Z89MYTI! And in November of 2022, [https://www.youtube.com/embed/h4fc1XvdBrk this short was dropped] with news of what's to come.

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===''Dee & Friends in Oz'', Netflix worldwide===
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'''Now playing: ''Dee & Friends in Oz'', Netflix worldwide.''' The streaming service has announced their new shows for 2024, including ''Dee & Friends in Oz'', an animated musical series aimed at preschoolers. Dee is a young girl who discovers a key to the magical land of Oz, where she makes friends and has has adventures where she saves the day. Want a sneak peek? [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oPAZCfmc0mQ&ab_channel=NetflixJr. Here's the first episode!]

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===''Chronicles of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now streaming: The ''Chronicles of Oz'' podcast.''' This audio adaptation of the first three Oz books, each in six episodes, presents ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', ''The Marvellous Land of Oz'', and ''Ozma of Oz'', plus a special episode adapting ''The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus''. Produced by Crossover Adventure Productions out of Australia. All episodes, along with trailers and other materials, can be downloaded at http://chroniclesofoz.com/.

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===''The Royal Podcast of Oz'', the Internet===
'''Now streaming: ''The Royal Podcast of Oz'', podbean.com and other podcasting sites.''' Now running for over a decade, this podcast is devoted to all things Oz, with interviews, reviews, news, and other items of interest to Oz fans of all types. You can listen to or download all editions at https://anchor.fm/the-royal-podcast-of-oz/, or look for it on your favorite podcast site.

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===''Wait Wait…Don't Tell Me'', National Public Radio===
'''Now streaming: ''Wait Wait…Don't Tell Me'' edition of May 11, 2019, npr.org.''' The popular current events quiz show recorded this episode in St. Louis, and got one of the city's most celebrated residents to play "Not My Job". Former Cardinals shortstop and Hall of Fame inductee Ozzie Smith was nicknamed "The Wizard of Oz" in his playing days, so naturally, he gets to answer questions about ''The Wizard of Oz''! You can listen to the entire episode [https://www.npr.org/programs/wait-wait-dont-tell-me/722132214/wait-wait-for-may-11-2019-with-not-my-job-guest-ozzie-smith?showDate=2019-05-11 here], or just Smith's segment [https://www.npr.org/2019/05/11/721853591/not-my-job-we-quiz-baseball-great-ozzie-smith-on-the-wizard-of-oz here].

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===''Hit the Bricks!'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Hit the Bricks!'' podcast, the Internet.''' One hundred years after the events of ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', the Gale farm is abandoned, and a new generation is off to have adventures in Oz. The first act has now dropped, with further episodes to come. For more information, see the show's website at https://hitthebricks.com/, and its Twitter feed at https://twitter.com/HitTheBricksPod/.

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===''The Smallwood Sessions'' podcast, "The Podcast of Oz", the Internet===
'''Now playing: "The Podcast of Oz" episode of ''The Smallwood Sessions'' podcast.''' To celebrate what would have been the 2020 edition of Chittenango's Oz-Stravaganza, this podcast about upstate New York celebrates Oz and creator L. Frank Baum's connections to the area. To listen, go to https://anchor.fm/josh-taylor87/episodes/Episode-22-The-Podcast-of-Oz-ef05f4.

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===''Down the Yellow Brick Pod'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Down the Yellow Brick Pod'' podcast.''' This podcast takes a deep dive into the Oz books, one chapter at a time, and looks at all that they encompass. Available on many podcast sources, including Google Podcasts, and through [https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS8xMTcyMTM4LnJzcw?hl=en this link].

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===''The Wonderful Recap of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''The Wonderful Recap of Oz'' podcast.''' This podcast recaps the Oz books, one per episode. Available Available on many podcast sources, including Google Podcasts, and through [https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy80ZjgyMWIyYy9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw== this link].

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===''No Place Like Home'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''No Place Like Home'' podcast.''' This podcast looks at the Ruby Slippers, how they were stolen in 2005 and found again in 2018, and all the background behind them, the production of The Movie, the life of Judy Garland, and more. Available on most podcasting sites. For more information, the show's website is at https://shows.cadence13.com/podcast/noplacelikehome.

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===''The Lost Princess of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''The Lost Princess of Oz'' podcast.''' A new, original Oz story for kids (of all ages), told in six parts, with songs, and presented by the Delaware Children's Theatre. Although based on Baum's writings, this is not the same story as his novel ''The Lost Princess of Oz''. For more information, or to subscribe, see the show's website at https://www.thelostprincessofozpodcast.com/.

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===''The Wizard of Oz: A Homegrown American Fairy Tale'' radio broadcast, BBC World Service===
'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz: A Homegrown American Fairy Tale'' radio documentary, BBC World Service and online streaming.''' This program looks at the origins and mythology of ''The Wizard of Oz'' and how it came about. It is currently available to listen or download online, anywhere in the world. Check the program's website at https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/w3ct1rl9 to listen to it online, or to download it.

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===To Oz? To Oz! online convention, the Internet===
'''To Oz? To Oz! online convention.''' With so many Oz events having to be cancelled this year because of the COVID-19 pandemic, a bunch of them got together to present some of their events to a worldwide, online audience for free. The live portions of the convention have now ended, but if you go to https://ozis.us/, you can see many prerecorded talks and events.

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===The OzConnection, YouTube===
'''The OzConnection, YouTube.''' OzCon International, the world's longest running ''Wizard of Oz'' convention, now has a YouTube channel at "The OzConnection", which features highlights of earlier cons and new material. The link is at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQU5pEFZZ6n_vXvRalgclSg.

The OzConnection has recently started two shows specifically for their channel. The first is a talk show called "OZ:Connect", which you can find in a playlist at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r-NAe0FKDXk&list=PLVNfENfXbx111GmnLLJFklUVGxPl1zUC-. The other new show is "Crypto-Oz-ology", short stories about all kinds of unusual happenings in Oz, which is in a playlist at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sCoSH97u4ts&list=PLVNfENfXbx11g0DhXikoqyP0dslwHeC1h.

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===Oz Talk, YouTube===
'''''Oz Talk'' panel talk show, YouTube.''' Join five Oz friends as they discuss any and all Oz subjects under the sun. New episodes will drop every two weeks on [https://www.youtube.com/c/TheOfficialOzClub/videos the Official Oz Club's YouTube Channel]. You can find the playlist for ''Oz Talk'' at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VNINbbefPS4&list=PL3OVMLWgINCRfgeWZR8GPJOp11rR73Ssc.

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===''Fifty Years of Oziana'' Readings, Youtube===
'''''Fifty Years of Oziana'' short story readings, YouTube.''' To celebrate fifty years of ''Oziana'', the International Wizard of Oz Club's annual literary magazine, Club members read stories from the last five decades. Many authors have even revisited their own stories. You can see the playlist of all stories [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hm6WXDLg9U8&list=PL3OVMLWgINCQ2a_CDuBggCt7kCYVaS4yD right here].

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===''Rainbow'' movie, Netflix===
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'''Now playing: ''Rainbow'', on Netflix worldwide.''' The first streaming service premieres this new movie, from director Paco León, that uses themes and imagery from ''The Wizard of Oz'' to explore the coming of age of Dora, a young Spanish woman who finds that everything she thought she knew about her life may be wrong. Available in an English dub, or with English subtitles.

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===The Wizard of Oz Experience, Around the World===
'''The Wizard of Oz Experience.''' The interactive outdoors event will be making making another set of appearances around the United States, Canada, and Australia in the spring of 2024. Take a look at https://questoapp.com/ for when it's coming to your town.

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===The Wicked Wizard Afternoon Tea, London, England, United Kingdom===
'''The Wicked Wizard Afternoon Tea, The Franklin Hotel, London, England, United Kingdom.''' Enjoy an Oz-themed tea, inspired by ''The Wizard of Oz'' and ''Wicked'', in the heart of London's Knightsbridge district. Tea is served from noon to 6:00, costs £49 (spirits are extra), and reservations must be made at least twenty-four hours in advance. For more information, including the menu, see [https://collezione.starhotels.com/en/our-hotels/the-franklin-london/restaurants-and-bars/wicked-wizard-at-the-franklin.html?_gl=1*1cfuckg*_up*MQ..*_gs*MQ..*_ga*MzU1MjIzMDI0LjE3NDE1NzY0NjA.*_ga_444Y1N2CEK*MTc0MTU3NjQ1OC4xLjEuMTc0MTU3NjU3NS4wLjAuMTkzNzQwNjk0Nw..*_ga_YXSDGTQ8NB*MTc0MTU3NjQ1OC4xLjEuMTc0MTU3NjU3NS4wLjAuNDIxNjUwMTc1&gclid=Cj0KCQiAlbW-BhCMARIsADnwasphX4BQH4lMNEKBognzeTmjcu96bA-ZlcDfhhU2ouaxc5CgyV41YLMaAjUfEALw_wcB the Franklin's website].

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===''Ruby Red Handed: Stealing America’s Most Famous Pair of Shoes'', Hulu===
'''Now playing: ''Ruby Red Handed: Stealing America’s Most Famous Pair of Shoes'', Hulu Streaming Service.''' This ABC News documentary delves into the 2005 theft of a pair of Ruby Slippers in Minnesota and the subsequent investigation and recovery. Keep an eye out here for more information and links.

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===''The Wizard of Oz'', Las Vegas, Nevada===
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'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz'' at the Sphere, Las Vegas, Nevada.''' See the famous 1939 film version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in a whole new way. This is an immersive reimagining in 16K on a huge screen surrounding the audience. For more information and to buy tickets, go to https://www.thesphere.com/shows/wizard-of-oz-experience.

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===Candlelight: ''The Wizard of Oz'' concerts, around the world===
'''Candlelight: ''The Wizard of OZ'' concerts, around the world.''' In conjunction with Warner Bros., Candlelight is presenting songs from the famous movie version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in venues around the world amidst a sea of flickering candles. For more information, or to locate a concert, see the website at https://candlelightexperience.com/wizard-of-oz-concerts/.

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===The Land of Oz: Beyond the Page Museum Exhibit, Chicago, Illinois===
'''Now through March 15, 2026: The Land of Oz: Beyond the Page Museum Exhibit, Driehaus Museum, Chicago, Illinois.''' This exhibit focuses on design elements of the famous 1939 film adaptation of ''The Wizard of Oz''. Items on display include replicas of the Ruby Slippers and the Cowardly Lion's "Courage" medal, an early draft script, and a prototype for the Flying Monkey's costumes. For more information, see the museum's website at https://driehausmuseum.org/exhibitions.

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===Bloomland in Oz, Burlington, Ontario, Canada===
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'''Now through April 6, 2026: Bloomland in Oz, Royal Botanical Gardens Canada, Burlington, Ontario, Canada.''' The Gardens' 2026 showcase features floral displays and artistic creations, all inspired by the novel ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz''. For more information or to purchase tickets, see the website at https://www.rbg.ca/things-to-do/by-season/special-events/winter-exhibit/. And here's a behind-the-scenes look:
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===Stories of Cinema: Identity exhibit, Los Angeles, California===
'''Now through January 10, 2027: Stories of Cinema: Identity exhibit, Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, Los Angeles, California.''' The Academy Museum has brought its pair of Ruby Slippers back for the public to view. This exhibit also includes costumes and design studies from such movies as ''Flower Drum Song'', ''Dreamgirls'', ''Moulin Rouge!'', ''Amadeus'', ''Ma Raimey's Black Bottom'', ''Barbie'', and ''Wicked''. For more information, see the museum's website at https://www.academymuseum.org/en/exhibitions/stories-of-cinema-identity.

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==March 2026==
===Lorna Luft, Las Vegas, Nevada===
'''March 14-15, 2026: Lorna Luft, The Palazzo Theatre, The Venetian, Las Vegas, Nevada.''' An actor and singer in her own right, Lorna Luft is also Judy Garland's daughter. Join her for an intimate, personal celebration of ''The Wizard of Oz'' and her mother's life and career. For more information or te purchase tickets, see https://www.venetianlasvegas.com/entertainment/lorna-luft.html.

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===An Emerald Evening in Oz, Kansas City, Missouri===
'''March 28, 2026: An Emerald Evening in Oz, The Midland Theatre, Kansas City, Missouri.''' The Kansas City Repertory Theatre's latest fundraiser has a distinctly Ozian touch this year, in celebration of the company's upcoming production of ''The Wizard of Oz''. For more information, including how to reserve a seat or a table, see https://kcrep.org/event/gala/.

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==April 2026==
===''Return to Oz'' 40th Anniversary Screening, San Francisco, California===
'''April 9, 2026: ''Return to Oz'' 40th Anniversary Screening, The Castro Theatre, San Francisco, California.''' The legendary San Francisco theater is opening again after renavations, and part of the program will be a rare theatrical screening of the 1985 Disney movie ''Return to Oz'' to celebrate it's fortieth anniversary (maybe a few months late). The special guest is director Walter Murch, who will discuss the film and answer questions afterwards. For more details, see the show's website at https://thecastro.com/events/movies-for-maniacs-260409/

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===Garmin Marathon in the Land of Oz, Olathe, Kansas===
'''April 26, 2026: Garmin Marathon in the Land of Oz, Olathe, Kansas.''' If you're going to have a 26.2-mile run in Kansas, you may as well give it an Oz theme! For more information and to register, see the race's website at http://ozrun.org/.

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==May/June 2026==
===''The Wizard of Oz'' play, Kansas City, Missouri===
'''May 5-24, 2026: ''The Wizard of Oz'' play, Kansas City Repertory Theatre, Kansas City, Missouri.''' The company presents the Royal Shakespeare Company's adaptation of the famous musical version of the story, based on the famous movie. For more details or to purchase tickets, see https://kcrep.org/event/the-wizard-of-oz/.

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===Yellow Brick Road Festival, Sedan, Kansas===
'''May 22-23, 2026: Yellow Brick Road Festival, Sedan, Kansas.''' This town in Kansas celebrates ''The Wizard of Oz'' every year. For details, see http://www.lasr.net/travel/city.php?Sedan&Kansas&Yellow+Brick+Road+Festival&City_ID=KS0604019&Event_ID=KS0604019e002&VE=Y or call 620-725-4033.

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===Oz-Stravaganza, Chittenango, New York===
'''June 5-7, 2026: Oz-Stravaganza, Chittenango, New York.''' This village in upstate New York honors its native son, L. Frank Baum, with an annual festival honoring his creation, the Land of Oz. For more information, see the event's website at http://www.oz-stravaganza.com/.

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===Judy Garland Festival, Grand Rapids, Minnesota===
'''June (exact dates to be announced), 2026: Judy Garland Festival, Judy Garland Museum and environs, Grand Rapids, Minnesota.''' Judy Garland's home town celebrates her in this annual festival, with events all over town spread out over several days. For more information, keep an eye on the event's website at https://judygarlandmuseum.com/judy-garland-museum-events/.

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==August 2026==
===Oz Festival Illinois, Mapleton, Illinois===
'''August (exact date to be announced), 2025: Oz Fest Illinois, Butler Haynes Park, Mapleton, Illinois.'''. For more information, see the event's website at https://www.hollispark.org/oz-fest, or the Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/OzFestIllinois/.

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==September 2026==
===Autumn at Oz Party, Banner Elk, North Carolina===
'''September (exact dates to be announced), 2026: Autumn at Oz Party, Beech Mountain, Banner Elk, North Carolina.''' The Wizard of Oz Park on the mountain may no longer be in regular operation, but it's still there, and Oz and park fans get together once a year for a party. Hurricane Hélène paused the event for 2025, but there's hope for a return in 2026. For more information, check out https://landofoznc.com/.

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===OzFest, Liberal, Kansas===
'''September (exact date to be announced), 2026: OzFest, Liberal, Kansas.''' The home town of the Dorothy's House attraction hosts its annual tribute to Dorothy and Oz. For more information, see [https://www.lasr.net/travel/city.php?Ozfest&TravelTo=KS1019015&VE=Y&Event_ID=KS1019015e002 the city's events page] and [http://visitliberal.com/ the city's website] (and be sure to call 1-800-LIBERAL to confirm event and dates).

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==October 2026==
===Oztoberfest, Wamego, Kansas===
'''October (exact date to be announced), 2026: Oztoberfest, Wamego, Kansas.''' The town not only has an Oz museum, they put on an annual Oz festival. Authors and other special guests will attend, and there's also admission to the museum. For more details, call the Oz museum at 1-866-458-TOTO, or see the event's website at http://oztoberfest.com/.

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==November 2026==
===TeslaCon, Middleton, Wisconsin===
'''November 12-15, 2026: TeslaCon, Marriott of Middleton, Middleton, Wisconsin.''' The country's largest steampunk convention celebrates its sixteenth edition, and this year the theme is Oz. For more information, see the convention's website at https://teslacon.com/.

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==Holiday Season 2026-27==
===''The Wizard of Oz'', holiday cablecasts===
'''''The Wizard of Oz'' holiday cablecasts, TBS and TNT.''' The stations' annual holiday season showings of the famous film version are, generally speaking, around Thanksgiving on TBS and Christmas on TNT. Check your local provider for exact times and channels on your system. Keep checking back for updates.

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===''The Wiz'' holiday telecasts===
'''''The Wiz'' holiday telecasts.''' Channels have holiday time airings of the 1978 film adaptation of ''The Wiz'', starring Diana Ross as Dorothy, Michael Jackson as the Scarecrow, Lena Horne as Glinda, and Richard Pryor as the Wiz. Keep checking back for updates.

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===''If I Only Had Christmas'' television movie, The Hallmark Channel===
'''''If I Only Had Christmas'' television movie, The Hallmark Channel.''' A Hallmark Christmas romance movie, first shown in 2020 and based (extremely loosely) on ''The Wizard of Oz''! Candace Cameron Bure stars as Darcy Gale, a publicist who teams up with Huck, a cynical business owner played by Neil Webb, to help out a charity in need. It airs many times at Christmas, and occasionally at other times throughout the year (check your local television provider for exact time and channel on your system). For more details and a sneak peek behind the scenes, take a look at [https://www.etonline.com/candace-cameron-bure-stars-in-hallmark-channels-if-i-only-had-christmas-first-look-exclusive-154864 the news report on the ''Entertainment Tonight'' website]. And [https://celebratingthesoaps.com/hallmark/hallmark-channel-news-wizard-of-oz-reimagined-candace-cameron-bure-in-if-i-only-had-christmas/ here's another report with another preview]. Finally, [https://www.hallmarkchannel.com/if-i-only-had-christmas here's the movie's page on the channel's website].

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==To Be Determined==
===Wizard of Oz Days, Macon, Missouri===
'''Exact date to be announced: Wizard of Oz Days, Hannibal, Missouri.''' For complete details, see the event's Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/WizardofOzDays.

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OzWiki:Current events

2026-02-16T02:31:20Z

Ericgjovaag: /* Wicked play, around the world */

Other Oz events can also be found on [https://www.ozclub.org/calendar/ the International Wizard of Oz Club's online calendar].

Please note that, since I live in the United States and most Oz events take place in the United States, I will identify most event locations by city and state only. Any events taking place in other countries will include the name of the country as well.

==Going on now==
===''Wicked'' play, around the world===
'''Now playing: ''Wicked''.''' This is the award-winning musical based on Gregory Maguire's novel ''Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West''. The book is by Winnie Holzman, the music by Stephen Schwartz, and the show is directed by Joe Mantello. It has done so well, it has spawned the following productions:

* [http://www.gershwintheatre.com/ Gershwin Theater], Broadway, New York City, New York. Tickets may be purchased online at [http://www.ticketmaster.com/venue/24579 ticketmaster.com]. For more details, go to [http://wickedthemusical.com/ wickedthemusical.com]. For a "Behind the Emerald Curtain" tour on Saturday mornings, go to https://wickedthemusical.com/behind-the-emerald-curtain#scrolldown for details.

* The Apollo Victoria Theatre, The West End, London, England, United Kingdom. For more information, including booking tickets, see http://www.wickedthemusical.co.uk/.

* ''Wicked'' is also touring the United States and Canada. For more information and updates about the tour, see https://wickedthemusical.com/tickets/#tour. Here's the current schedule (locations and dates are subject to change):
** February 18-March 1, 2026: [https://rbtl.org/ West Herr Auditorium Theatre], Rochester, New York
** March 4-22, 2026: [https://www.ppacri.org/events/detail/wicked-2 Providence Performing Arts Center], Providence, Rhode Island
** March 25-April 5, 2026: [https://www.broadwayincolumbia.com/upcoming-shows/ Koger Center for the Arts], Columbia, South Carolina
** April 8-19, 2026: [https://www.celebrityattractions.com/shows/10200/WICKED/Little-Rock/2026 Robinson Center], Little Rock, Arkansas
** April 22-May 3, 2026: Juanita K. Hammons Hall, Springfield, Missouri
** May 6-June 14, 2026: [https://dallas.broadway.com/shows/wicked/ Music Hall at Fair Park], Dallas, Texas
** June 17-July 5, 2026: [https://ticketomaha.com/Productions/wicked Orpheum Theater], Omaha, Nebraska
** July 8-August 9, 2026: [https://hennepinarts.org/events/wicked Orpheum Theatre], Minneapolis, Minnesota
** August 12-30, 2026: [https://kansascity.broadway.com/shows/wicked/ Music Hall], Kansas City, Missouri
** September 2-20, 2026: [https://www.desmoinesperformingarts.org/whats-on/events/2025-26/broadway/wicked Des Moines Civic Center], Des Moines, Iowa

* The Korean production is now on tour. The show's website is at https://www.wickedthemusical.co.kr/Home/Index. Here are the current dates:
** Now March 1, 2026: Keimyung Arts Center, Daegu

* A non-reproduction staging is now running at the Teatr Muzyczny ROMA in Warsaw, Poland. For more information, see https://www.teatrroma.pl/spektakl/wicked/.

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===''The Wiz'' play, national tour===
'''''The Wiz'' play, national tour.''' After its Broadway run, this new staging of the Tony-winning musical adaptation of ''The Wizard of Oz'' heads out on a North American tour. The following dates have been announced:

* February 10-15, 2026: [https://www.stgpresents.org/events/the-wiz/ Paramount Theatre], Seattle, Washington
* March 3-15, 2026: [https://cincinnati.broadway.com/shows/the-wiz/ Aronhoff Center], Cincinnati, Ohio
* April 21-26, 2026: [https://www.altriatheater.com/events/detail/the-wiz-2025 Altria Center], Richmond, Virginia
* May 5-10, 2026: [https://www.celebrityattractions.com/shows/10194/THE-WIZ/Tulsa/2026 Tulsa Performing Arts Center], Tulsa, Oklahoma
* May 12-17, 2026: [https://austin.broadway.com/shows/the-wiz/ Bass Concert Hall], Austin, Texas
* May 19-24, 2026: [https://www.okcbroadway.com/wiz Civic Center Music Hall], Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
* May 26-31, 2026: [https://americantheatreguild.com/toledo/shows/the-wiz/ Stranahan Theater], Toledo, Ohio

More dates and cities will be coming. For more information, see the show's website at https://wizmusical.com/.

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===''The Wizard of Oz on Ice'' on tour===
'''Now on Tour: ''The Wizard of Oz on Ice''.''' The new, reimagined version of the 1990s ice show returns for another season. The company has announced the following tour dates:
* February 12, 2026: Bradford Area High School Auditorium, Bradford, Pennsylvania
* February 14, 2026: [https://rivieratheatre.org/event/wizard-of-oz-ice/ Riviera Theatre], North Tonawanda, New York
* February 15, 2026: [https://theeich.org/ Eichelberger Performing Arts Center], Hanover, Pennsylvania
* February 21, 2026: [https://starcentremd.com/event/the-all-new-wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ The STAR Center], Havre de Grace, Maryland
* February 25, 2026: [https://www.springfieldartscouncil.org/event/the-all-new-wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Clark State Performing Arts Center], Springfield, Ohio
* February 26, 2026: [https://luhrscenter.com/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Luhrs Performing Arts Center], Shippensburg, Pennsylvania
* March 5, 2026: [https://www.artsblooming.org/home-bcpa Bloomington Center for the Arts], Bloomington, Illinois
* March 6, 2026: [https://leachtheatre.mst.edu/events/2025/wiz-oz-on-ice/ Leach Theatre], Rolla, Missouri
* March 7, 2026: [https://www.hutchinsonfox.com/events/the-wizard-of-oz-on-ice Hutchinson's Historic Fox Theatre], Hutchinson, Kansas
* March 8, 2026: [https://www.topekaperformingarts.org/events/2026/the-wizard-of-oz-on-ice Topeka Performing Arts Center], Topeka, Kansas
* March 11, 2026: [https://mizzouarts.missouri.edu/university-concert-series-returns-for-118th-season/ Jesse Auditorium, University of Missouri], Columbia, Missouri
* March 14, 2026: [https://www.skokospac.org/ Shokos Performing Arts Center], Alma, Arkansas
* March 15, 2026: [https://www.coppellartscenter.org/events/detail/2026-wizard-of-oz-on-ice Coppell Arts Center], Coppell, Texas
* March 19, 2026: [https://coffeecountyartsalliance.org/product/wizard/ Enterprise High School Performing Arts Center], Enterprise, Alabama
* March 20, 2026: [https://fordcenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Ford Center for the Performing Arts], Oxford, Mississippi
* March 21, 2026: [https://tickets.thegrand.com/Online/mapSelect.asp?doWork::WSmap::loadMap=Load&createBO::WSmap=1&BOparam::WSmap::loadMap::performance_ids=BF23CAB4-BB58-48F2-B25A-98FC0873E482 The Grand 1894 Opera House], Galveston, Texas
* March 22, 2026: [https://ci.ovationtix.com/35987/production/1241069?performanceId=11647305 Temple Theater], Lufkin, Texas
* March 27, 2026: [https://www.moonlightstage.com/shows-tickets Moonlight Amphitheatre], Vista, California
* March 28, 2026: [https://www.ycpac.com/Online/default.asp?BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Avenue_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Acity_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Amonth_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Aobject_type_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Acategory_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_from=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_to=&doWork%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3Asearch=1&BOparam%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3Asearch%3A%3Aarticle_search_id=EE8716B4-0827-4B0D-9ACB-038A148DF966&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_criteria=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_from=2026-3-28&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_to=2026-3-28 Jim and Linda Lee Performing Arts Center], Prescott, Arizona
* March 29, 2026: [https://tickets.haughpac.com/wizard Haugh Performing Arts Center], Glendora, California
* March 30, 2026: [https://higleycenter.org/ Higley Center for the Performing Arts], Gilbert, Arizona
* April 10, 2026: [https://www.sunsetcenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Sunset Cultural Center], Carmel-by-the-Sea, California
* April 11, 2026: [https://www.lpac.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Lancaster Performing Arts Center], Lancaster, California
* April 12, 2026: [https://livermorearts.org/ Livermore Valley Performing Arts Center], Livermore, California
* April 15, 2026: [https://craterian.org/event/the-wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Craterian Theater], Medford, Oregon
* April 16, 2026: [https://columbiatheatre.com/new-events/wizard-of-oz-on-ice Columbia Theatre], Longview, Washington
* April 17, 2026: [https://www.washingtoncenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice-4-17-2026/ Washington Center for the Performing Arts], Olympia, Washington
* April 19, 2026: [https://buttearts.org/ Mother Lode Theatre], Butte, Montana
* April 30, 2026: [https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/41568594/wizard-of-oz-on-ice-pembroke-givens-performing-arts-center?_gl=1*17vkium*_ga*MTg1OTc1NzAyOS4xNzU3MTE1MzQz*_ga_LQFXLBGNDL*czE3NTcxMTUzNDMkbzEkZzEkdDE3NTcxMTUzNzMkajMwJGwwJGgw Givens Performing Arts Center], Pembroke, North Carolina

For more information about the show, see the website at https://wizardofozonice.com/.

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===''Ozmafia'' anime series, on the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Ozmafia'' anime series, crunchyroll.com.''' In this Japanese anime series (based on the video game of the same name), Scarlet is a new transfer student at Oz Academy. He doesn't get off to a good start, but the teachers seem nice enough. But what strange secrets are hiding at Oz Academy, and why are they at war with the other academies? Episodes (in Japanese, with English subtitles) are available to view online at http://www.crunchyroll.com/ozmafia for free.

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===''The Wizard of Oz'' and ''The Wiz'', throughout the United Kingdom===
'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz'', throughout the United Kingdom.''' Oz is a popular show to perform in the United Kingdom, and there always seems to be a show going on somewhere. For a complete listing of all upcoming productions of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in the United Kingdom, see the listings at [http://www.list.co.uk/events/theatre/what:The%20Wizard%20of%20Oz/sort:date/show:100/ ''The List''], naturally. They also have listings for performances of [http://www.list.co.uk/events/theatre/what:The%20Wiz/sort:date/show:100/ ''The Wiz''].

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===''Emerald City'' television series, NBC.com===
'''''Emerald City'' television series, NBC.com''' The latest Oz TV project has gone through its broadcast run on NBC. But the show's website is still up at http://www.nbc.com/emerald-city. You can still watch episodes online at http://www.nbc.com/emerald-city/episodes, and the show is also streaming on Peacock.

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===''Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz'', Internet Streaming and Cablecast===
'''Now playing: ''Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz'' cartoon series, Internet Streaming.''' This is the latest Oz cartoon series, based (very loosely) on the famous 1939 film version. Dorothy is now a princess of Oz and living in the Emerald City with Queen Ozma. But she's still having adventures! For more information, see the show's website at https://watch.boomerang.com/shows/dorothy-franchise/series/dorothy-series/volume-1. Or, if you have the Boomerang or Cartoon Network cable channels, episodes are now being shown in territories around the world, outside the United States, also have the show, so check your local version of the Cartoon Network, Boomerang, or Max channels or websites.

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===''Lost in Oz'' series, Internet streaming===
'''Now playing: ''Lost in Oz'', Amazon Video streaming.''' This animated series from Amazon tells the story of Dorothy, a modern-day girl, and her dog Toto, who are whisked to Oz when Dorothy opens one of her mother's old journals. To get home, she must find the elements of magic and help restore magic to Oz. Fortunately she has made friends with Ojo the Munchkin and West, a trainee witch, to help her out. To get started, see Amazon's ''Lost in Oz'' website at https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00Z89MYTI! And in November of 2022, [https://www.youtube.com/embed/h4fc1XvdBrk this short was dropped] with news of what's to come.

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===''Dee & Friends in Oz'', Netflix worldwide===
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'''Now playing: ''Dee & Friends in Oz'', Netflix worldwide.''' The streaming service has announced their new shows for 2024, including ''Dee & Friends in Oz'', an animated musical series aimed at preschoolers. Dee is a young girl who discovers a key to the magical land of Oz, where she makes friends and has has adventures where she saves the day. Want a sneak peek? [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oPAZCfmc0mQ&ab_channel=NetflixJr. Here's the first episode!]

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===''Chronicles of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now streaming: The ''Chronicles of Oz'' podcast.''' This audio adaptation of the first three Oz books, each in six episodes, presents ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', ''The Marvellous Land of Oz'', and ''Ozma of Oz'', plus a special episode adapting ''The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus''. Produced by Crossover Adventure Productions out of Australia. All episodes, along with trailers and other materials, can be downloaded at http://chroniclesofoz.com/.

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===''The Royal Podcast of Oz'', the Internet===
'''Now streaming: ''The Royal Podcast of Oz'', podbean.com and other podcasting sites.''' Now running for over a decade, this podcast is devoted to all things Oz, with interviews, reviews, news, and other items of interest to Oz fans of all types. You can listen to or download all editions at https://anchor.fm/the-royal-podcast-of-oz/, or look for it on your favorite podcast site.

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===''Wait Wait…Don't Tell Me'', National Public Radio===
'''Now streaming: ''Wait Wait…Don't Tell Me'' edition of May 11, 2019, npr.org.''' The popular current events quiz show recorded this episode in St. Louis, and got one of the city's most celebrated residents to play "Not My Job". Former Cardinals shortstop and Hall of Fame inductee Ozzie Smith was nicknamed "The Wizard of Oz" in his playing days, so naturally, he gets to answer questions about ''The Wizard of Oz''! You can listen to the entire episode [https://www.npr.org/programs/wait-wait-dont-tell-me/722132214/wait-wait-for-may-11-2019-with-not-my-job-guest-ozzie-smith?showDate=2019-05-11 here], or just Smith's segment [https://www.npr.org/2019/05/11/721853591/not-my-job-we-quiz-baseball-great-ozzie-smith-on-the-wizard-of-oz here].

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===''Hit the Bricks!'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Hit the Bricks!'' podcast, the Internet.''' One hundred years after the events of ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', the Gale farm is abandoned, and a new generation is off to have adventures in Oz. The first act has now dropped, with further episodes to come. For more information, see the show's website at https://hitthebricks.com/, and its Twitter feed at https://twitter.com/HitTheBricksPod/.

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===''The Smallwood Sessions'' podcast, "The Podcast of Oz", the Internet===
'''Now playing: "The Podcast of Oz" episode of ''The Smallwood Sessions'' podcast.''' To celebrate what would have been the 2020 edition of Chittenango's Oz-Stravaganza, this podcast about upstate New York celebrates Oz and creator L. Frank Baum's connections to the area. To listen, go to https://anchor.fm/josh-taylor87/episodes/Episode-22-The-Podcast-of-Oz-ef05f4.

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===''Down the Yellow Brick Pod'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Down the Yellow Brick Pod'' podcast.''' This podcast takes a deep dive into the Oz books, one chapter at a time, and looks at all that they encompass. Available on many podcast sources, including Google Podcasts, and through [https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS8xMTcyMTM4LnJzcw?hl=en this link].

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===''The Wonderful Recap of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''The Wonderful Recap of Oz'' podcast.''' This podcast recaps the Oz books, one per episode. Available Available on many podcast sources, including Google Podcasts, and through [https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy80ZjgyMWIyYy9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw== this link].

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===''No Place Like Home'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''No Place Like Home'' podcast.''' This podcast looks at the Ruby Slippers, how they were stolen in 2005 and found again in 2018, and all the background behind them, the production of The Movie, the life of Judy Garland, and more. Available on most podcasting sites. For more information, the show's website is at https://shows.cadence13.com/podcast/noplacelikehome.

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===''The Lost Princess of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''The Lost Princess of Oz'' podcast.''' A new, original Oz story for kids (of all ages), told in six parts, with songs, and presented by the Delaware Children's Theatre. Although based on Baum's writings, this is not the same story as his novel ''The Lost Princess of Oz''. For more information, or to subscribe, see the show's website at https://www.thelostprincessofozpodcast.com/.

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===''The Wizard of Oz: A Homegrown American Fairy Tale'' radio broadcast, BBC World Service===
'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz: A Homegrown American Fairy Tale'' radio documentary, BBC World Service and online streaming.''' This program looks at the origins and mythology of ''The Wizard of Oz'' and how it came about. It is currently available to listen or download online, anywhere in the world. Check the program's website at https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/w3ct1rl9 to listen to it online, or to download it.

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===To Oz? To Oz! online convention, the Internet===
'''To Oz? To Oz! online convention.''' With so many Oz events having to be cancelled this year because of the COVID-19 pandemic, a bunch of them got together to present some of their events to a worldwide, online audience for free. The live portions of the convention have now ended, but if you go to https://ozis.us/, you can see many prerecorded talks and events.

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===The OzConnection, YouTube===
'''The OzConnection, YouTube.''' OzCon International, the world's longest running ''Wizard of Oz'' convention, now has a YouTube channel at "The OzConnection", which features highlights of earlier cons and new material. The link is at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQU5pEFZZ6n_vXvRalgclSg.

The OzConnection has recently started two shows specifically for their channel. The first is a talk show called "OZ:Connect", which you can find in a playlist at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r-NAe0FKDXk&list=PLVNfENfXbx111GmnLLJFklUVGxPl1zUC-. The other new show is "Crypto-Oz-ology", short stories about all kinds of unusual happenings in Oz, which is in a playlist at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sCoSH97u4ts&list=PLVNfENfXbx11g0DhXikoqyP0dslwHeC1h.

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===Oz Talk, YouTube===
'''''Oz Talk'' panel talk show, YouTube.''' Join five Oz friends as they discuss any and all Oz subjects under the sun. New episodes will drop every two weeks on [https://www.youtube.com/c/TheOfficialOzClub/videos the Official Oz Club's YouTube Channel]. You can find the playlist for ''Oz Talk'' at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VNINbbefPS4&list=PL3OVMLWgINCRfgeWZR8GPJOp11rR73Ssc.

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===''Fifty Years of Oziana'' Readings, Youtube===
'''''Fifty Years of Oziana'' short story readings, YouTube.''' To celebrate fifty years of ''Oziana'', the International Wizard of Oz Club's annual literary magazine, Club members read stories from the last five decades. Many authors have even revisited their own stories. You can see the playlist of all stories [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hm6WXDLg9U8&list=PL3OVMLWgINCQ2a_CDuBggCt7kCYVaS4yD right here].

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===''Rainbow'' movie, Netflix===
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'''Now playing: ''Rainbow'', on Netflix worldwide.''' The first streaming service premieres this new movie, from director Paco León, that uses themes and imagery from ''The Wizard of Oz'' to explore the coming of age of Dora, a young Spanish woman who finds that everything she thought she knew about her life may be wrong. Available in an English dub, or with English subtitles.

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===The Wizard of Oz Experience, Around the World===
'''The Wizard of Oz Experience.''' The interactive outdoors event will be making making another set of appearances around the United States, Canada, and Australia in the spring of 2024. Take a look at https://questoapp.com/ for when it's coming to your town.

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===The Wicked Wizard Afternoon Tea, London, England, United Kingdom===
'''The Wicked Wizard Afternoon Tea, The Franklin Hotel, London, England, United Kingdom.''' Enjoy an Oz-themed tea, inspired by ''The Wizard of Oz'' and ''Wicked'', in the heart of London's Knightsbridge district. Tea is served from noon to 6:00, costs £49 (spirits are extra), and reservations must be made at least twenty-four hours in advance. For more information, including the menu, see [https://collezione.starhotels.com/en/our-hotels/the-franklin-london/restaurants-and-bars/wicked-wizard-at-the-franklin.html?_gl=1*1cfuckg*_up*MQ..*_gs*MQ..*_ga*MzU1MjIzMDI0LjE3NDE1NzY0NjA.*_ga_444Y1N2CEK*MTc0MTU3NjQ1OC4xLjEuMTc0MTU3NjU3NS4wLjAuMTkzNzQwNjk0Nw..*_ga_YXSDGTQ8NB*MTc0MTU3NjQ1OC4xLjEuMTc0MTU3NjU3NS4wLjAuNDIxNjUwMTc1&gclid=Cj0KCQiAlbW-BhCMARIsADnwasphX4BQH4lMNEKBognzeTmjcu96bA-ZlcDfhhU2ouaxc5CgyV41YLMaAjUfEALw_wcB the Franklin's website].

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===''Ruby Red Handed: Stealing America’s Most Famous Pair of Shoes'', Hulu===
'''Now playing: ''Ruby Red Handed: Stealing America’s Most Famous Pair of Shoes'', Hulu Streaming Service.''' This ABC News documentary delves into the 2005 theft of a pair of Ruby Slippers in Minnesota and the subsequent investigation and recovery. Keep an eye out here for more information and links.

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===''The Wizard of Oz'', Las Vegas, Nevada===
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'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz'' at the Sphere, Las Vegas, Nevada.''' See the famous 1939 film version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in a whole new way. This is an immersive reimagining in 16K on a huge screen surrounding the audience. For more information and to buy tickets, go to https://www.thesphere.com/shows/wizard-of-oz-experience.

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===Candlelight: ''The Wizard of Oz'' concerts, around the world===
'''Candlelight: ''The Wizard of OZ'' concerts, around the world.''' In conjunction with Warner Bros., Candlelight is presenting songs from the famous movie version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in venues around the world amidst a sea of flickering candles. For more information, or to locate a concert, see the website at https://candlelightexperience.com/wizard-of-oz-concerts/.

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===The Land of Oz: Beyond the Page Museum Exhibit, Chicago, Illinois===
'''Now through March 15, 2026: The Land of Oz: Beyond the Page Museum Exhibit, Driehaus Museum, Chicago, Illinois.''' This exhibit focuses on design elements of the famous 1939 film adaptation of ''The Wizard of Oz''. Items on display include replicas of the Ruby Slippers and the Cowardly Lion's "Courage" medal, an early draft script, and a prototype for the Flying Monkey's costumes. For more information, see the museum's website at https://driehausmuseum.org/exhibitions.

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===Bloomland in Oz, Burlington, Ontario, Canada===
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'''Now through April 6, 2026: Bloomland in Oz, Royal Botanical Gardens Canada, Burlington, Ontario, Canada.''' The Gardens' 2026 showcase features floral displays and artistic creations, all inspired by the novel ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz''. For more information or to purchase tickets, see the website at https://www.rbg.ca/things-to-do/by-season/special-events/winter-exhibit/. And here's a behind-the-scenes look:
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===Stories of Cinema: Identity exhibit, Los Angeles, California===
'''Now through January 10, 2027: Stories of Cinema: Identity exhibit, Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, Los Angeles, California.''' The Academy Museum has brought its pair of Ruby Slippers back for the public to view. This exhibit also includes costumes and design studies from such movies as ''Flower Drum Song'', ''Dreamgirls'', ''Moulin Rouge!'', ''Amadeus'', ''Ma Raimey's Black Bottom'', ''Barbie'', and ''Wicked''. For more information, see the museum's website at https://www.academymuseum.org/en/exhibitions/stories-of-cinema-identity.

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==March 2026==
===Lorna Luft, Las Vegas, Nevada===
'''March 14-15, 2026: Lorna Luft, The Palazzo Theatre, The Venetian, Las Vegas, Nevada.''' An actor and singer in her own right, Lorna Luft is also Judy Garland's daughter. Join her for an intimate, personal celebration of ''The Wizard of Oz'' and her mother's life and career. For more information or te purchase tickets, see https://www.venetianlasvegas.com/entertainment/lorna-luft.html.

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===An Emerald Evening in Oz, Kansas City, Missouri===
'''March 28, 2026: An Emerald Evening in Oz, The Midland Theatre, Kansas City, Missouri.''' The Kansas City Repertory Theatre's latest fundraiser has a distinctly Ozian touch this year, in celebration of the company's upcoming production of ''The Wizard of Oz''. For more information, including how to reserve a seat or a table, see https://kcrep.org/event/gala/.

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==April 2026==
===''Return to Oz'' 40th Anniversary Screening, San Francisco, California===
'''April 9, 2026: ''Return to Oz'' 40th Anniversary Screening, The Castro Theatre, San Francisco, California.''' The legendary San Francisco theater is opening again after renavations, and part of the program will be a rare theatrical screening of the 1985 Disney movie ''Return to Oz'' to celebrate it's fortieth anniversary (maybe a few months late). The special guest is director Walter Murch, who will discuss the film and answer questions afterwards. For more details, see the show's website at https://thecastro.com/events/movies-for-maniacs-260409/

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===Garmin Marathon in the Land of Oz, Olathe, Kansas===
'''April 26, 2026: Garmin Marathon in the Land of Oz, Olathe, Kansas.''' If you're going to have a 26.2-mile run in Kansas, you may as well give it an Oz theme! For more information and to register, see the race's website at http://ozrun.org/.

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==May/June 2026==
===''The Wizard of Oz'' play, Kansas City, Missouri===
'''May 5-24, 2026: ''The Wizard of Oz'' play, Kansas City Repertory Theatre, Kansas City, Missouri.''' The company presents the Royal Shakespeare Company's adaptation of the famous musical version of the story, based on the famous movie. For more details or to purchase tickets, see https://kcrep.org/event/the-wizard-of-oz/.

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===Yellow Brick Road Festival, Sedan, Kansas===
'''May 22-23, 2026: Yellow Brick Road Festival, Sedan, Kansas.''' This town in Kansas celebrates ''The Wizard of Oz'' every year. For details, see http://www.lasr.net/travel/city.php?Sedan&Kansas&Yellow+Brick+Road+Festival&City_ID=KS0604019&Event_ID=KS0604019e002&VE=Y or call 620-725-4033.

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===Oz-Stravaganza, Chittenango, New York===
'''June 5-7, 2026: Oz-Stravaganza, Chittenango, New York.''' This village in upstate New York honors its native son, L. Frank Baum, with an annual festival honoring his creation, the Land of Oz. For more information, see the event's website at http://www.oz-stravaganza.com/.

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===Judy Garland Festival, Grand Rapids, Minnesota===
'''June (exact dates to be announced), 2026: Judy Garland Festival, Judy Garland Museum and environs, Grand Rapids, Minnesota.''' Judy Garland's home town celebrates her in this annual festival, with events all over town spread out over several days. For more information, keep an eye on the event's website at https://judygarlandmuseum.com/judy-garland-museum-events/.

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==August 2026==
===Oz Festival Illinois, Mapleton, Illinois===
'''August (exact date to be announced), 2025: Oz Fest Illinois, Butler Haynes Park, Mapleton, Illinois.'''. For more information, see the event's website at https://www.hollispark.org/oz-fest, or the Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/OzFestIllinois/.

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==September 2026==
===Autumn at Oz Party, Banner Elk, North Carolina===
'''September (exact dates to be announced), 2026: Autumn at Oz Party, Beech Mountain, Banner Elk, North Carolina.''' The Wizard of Oz Park on the mountain may no longer be in regular operation, but it's still there, and Oz and park fans get together once a year for a party. Hurricane Hélène paused the event for 2025, but there's hope for a return in 2026. For more information, check out https://landofoznc.com/.

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===OzFest, Liberal, Kansas===
'''September (exact date to be announced), 2026: OzFest, Liberal, Kansas.''' The home town of the Dorothy's House attraction hosts its annual tribute to Dorothy and Oz. For more information, see [https://www.lasr.net/travel/city.php?Ozfest&TravelTo=KS1019015&VE=Y&Event_ID=KS1019015e002 the city's events page] and [http://visitliberal.com/ the city's website] (and be sure to call 1-800-LIBERAL to confirm event and dates).

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==October 2026==
===Oztoberfest, Wamego, Kansas===
'''October (exact date to be announced), 2026: Oztoberfest, Wamego, Kansas.''' The town not only has an Oz museum, they put on an annual Oz festival. Authors and other special guests will attend, and there's also admission to the museum. For more details, call the Oz museum at 1-866-458-TOTO, or see the event's website at http://oztoberfest.com/.

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==November 2026==
===TeslaCon, Middleton, Wisconsin===
'''November 12-15, 2026: TeslaCon, Marriott of Middleton, Middleton, Wisconsin.''' The country's largest steampunk convention celebrates its sixteenth edition, and this year the theme is Oz. For more information, see the convention's website at https://teslacon.com/.

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==Holiday Season 2026-27==
===''The Wizard of Oz'', holiday cablecasts===
'''''The Wizard of Oz'' holiday cablecasts, TBS and TNT.''' The stations' annual holiday season showings of the famous film version are, generally speaking, around Thanksgiving on TBS and Christmas on TNT. Check your local provider for exact times and channels on your system. Keep checking back for updates.

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===''The Wiz'' holiday telecasts===
'''''The Wiz'' holiday telecasts.''' Channels have holiday time airings of the 1978 film adaptation of ''The Wiz'', starring Diana Ross as Dorothy, Michael Jackson as the Scarecrow, Lena Horne as Glinda, and Richard Pryor as the Wiz. Keep checking back for updates.

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===''If I Only Had Christmas'' television movie, The Hallmark Channel===
'''''If I Only Had Christmas'' television movie, The Hallmark Channel.''' A Hallmark Christmas romance movie, first shown in 2020 and based (extremely loosely) on ''The Wizard of Oz''! Candace Cameron Bure stars as Darcy Gale, a publicist who teams up with Huck, a cynical business owner played by Neil Webb, to help out a charity in need. It airs many times at Christmas, and occasionally at other times throughout the year (check your local television provider for exact time and channel on your system). For more details and a sneak peek behind the scenes, take a look at [https://www.etonline.com/candace-cameron-bure-stars-in-hallmark-channels-if-i-only-had-christmas-first-look-exclusive-154864 the news report on the ''Entertainment Tonight'' website]. And [https://celebratingthesoaps.com/hallmark/hallmark-channel-news-wizard-of-oz-reimagined-candace-cameron-bure-in-if-i-only-had-christmas/ here's another report with another preview]. Finally, [https://www.hallmarkchannel.com/if-i-only-had-christmas here's the movie's page on the channel's website].

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==To Be Determined==
===Wizard of Oz Days, Macon, Missouri===
'''Exact date to be announced: Wizard of Oz Days, Hannibal, Missouri.''' For complete details, see the event's Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/WizardofOzDays.

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OzWiki:Current events

2026-02-15T21:48:03Z

Ericgjovaag: /* February 2026 */

Other Oz events can also be found on [https://www.ozclub.org/calendar/ the International Wizard of Oz Club's online calendar].

Please note that, since I live in the United States and most Oz events take place in the United States, I will identify most event locations by city and state only. Any events taking place in other countries will include the name of the country as well.

==Going on now==
===''Wicked'' play, around the world===
'''Now playing: ''Wicked''.''' This is the award-winning musical based on Gregory Maguire's novel ''Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West''. The book is by Winnie Holzman, the music by Stephen Schwartz, and the show is directed by Joe Mantello. It has done so well, it has spawned the following productions:

* [http://www.gershwintheatre.com/ Gershwin Theater], Broadway, New York City, New York. Tickets may be purchased online at [http://www.ticketmaster.com/venue/24579 ticketmaster.com]. For more details, go to [http://wickedthemusical.com/ wickedthemusical.com]. For a "Behind the Emerald Curtain" tour on Saturday mornings, go to https://wickedthemusical.com/behind-the-emerald-curtain#scrolldown for details.

* The Apollo Victoria Theatre, The West End, London, England, United Kingdom. For more information, including booking tickets, see http://www.wickedthemusical.co.uk/.

* ''Wicked'' is also touring the United States and Canada. For more information and updates about the tour, see https://wickedthemusical.com/tickets/#tour. Here's the current schedule (locations and dates are subject to change):
** Now through February 15, 2026: [https://pittsburgh.broadway.com/shows/wicked/ Benedum Center], Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
** February 18-March 1, 2026: [https://rbtl.org/ West Herr Auditorium Theatre], Rochester, New York
** March 4-22, 2026: [https://www.ppacri.org/events/detail/wicked-2 Providence Performing Arts Center], Providence, Rhode Island
** March 25-April 5, 2026: [https://www.broadwayincolumbia.com/upcoming-shows/ Koger Center for the Arts], Columbia, South Carolina
** April 8-19, 2026: [https://www.celebrityattractions.com/shows/10200/WICKED/Little-Rock/2026 Robinson Center], Little Rock, Arkansas
** April 22-May 3, 2026: Juanita K. Hammons Hall, Springfield, Missouri
** May 6-June 14, 2026: [https://dallas.broadway.com/shows/wicked/ Music Hall at Fair Park], Dallas, Texas
** June 17-July 5, 2026: [https://ticketomaha.com/Productions/wicked Orpheum Theater], Omaha, Nebraska
** July 8-August 9, 2026: [https://hennepinarts.org/events/wicked Orpheum Theatre], Minneapolis, Minnesota
** August 12-30, 2026: [https://kansascity.broadway.com/shows/wicked/ Music Hall], Kansas City, Missouri
** September 2-20, 2026: [https://www.desmoinesperformingarts.org/whats-on/events/2025-26/broadway/wicked Des Moines Civic Center], Des Moines, Iowa

* The Korean production is now on tour. The show's website is at https://www.wickedthemusical.co.kr/Home/Index. Here are the current dates:
** Now March 1, 2026: Keimyung Arts Center, Daigu

* A non-reproduction staging is now running at the Teatr Muzyczny ROMA in Warsaw, Poland. For more information, see https://www.teatrroma.pl/spektakl/wicked/.

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===''The Wiz'' play, national tour===
'''''The Wiz'' play, national tour.''' After its Broadway run, this new staging of the Tony-winning musical adaptation of ''The Wizard of Oz'' heads out on a North American tour. The following dates have been announced:

* February 10-15, 2026: [https://www.stgpresents.org/events/the-wiz/ Paramount Theatre], Seattle, Washington
* March 3-15, 2026: [https://cincinnati.broadway.com/shows/the-wiz/ Aronhoff Center], Cincinnati, Ohio
* April 21-26, 2026: [https://www.altriatheater.com/events/detail/the-wiz-2025 Altria Center], Richmond, Virginia
* May 5-10, 2026: [https://www.celebrityattractions.com/shows/10194/THE-WIZ/Tulsa/2026 Tulsa Performing Arts Center], Tulsa, Oklahoma
* May 12-17, 2026: [https://austin.broadway.com/shows/the-wiz/ Bass Concert Hall], Austin, Texas
* May 19-24, 2026: [https://www.okcbroadway.com/wiz Civic Center Music Hall], Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
* May 26-31, 2026: [https://americantheatreguild.com/toledo/shows/the-wiz/ Stranahan Theater], Toledo, Ohio

More dates and cities will be coming. For more information, see the show's website at https://wizmusical.com/.

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===''The Wizard of Oz on Ice'' on tour===
'''Now on Tour: ''The Wizard of Oz on Ice''.''' The new, reimagined version of the 1990s ice show returns for another season. The company has announced the following tour dates:
* February 12, 2026: Bradford Area High School Auditorium, Bradford, Pennsylvania
* February 14, 2026: [https://rivieratheatre.org/event/wizard-of-oz-ice/ Riviera Theatre], North Tonawanda, New York
* February 15, 2026: [https://theeich.org/ Eichelberger Performing Arts Center], Hanover, Pennsylvania
* February 21, 2026: [https://starcentremd.com/event/the-all-new-wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ The STAR Center], Havre de Grace, Maryland
* February 25, 2026: [https://www.springfieldartscouncil.org/event/the-all-new-wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Clark State Performing Arts Center], Springfield, Ohio
* February 26, 2026: [https://luhrscenter.com/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Luhrs Performing Arts Center], Shippensburg, Pennsylvania
* March 5, 2026: [https://www.artsblooming.org/home-bcpa Bloomington Center for the Arts], Bloomington, Illinois
* March 6, 2026: [https://leachtheatre.mst.edu/events/2025/wiz-oz-on-ice/ Leach Theatre], Rolla, Missouri
* March 7, 2026: [https://www.hutchinsonfox.com/events/the-wizard-of-oz-on-ice Hutchinson's Historic Fox Theatre], Hutchinson, Kansas
* March 8, 2026: [https://www.topekaperformingarts.org/events/2026/the-wizard-of-oz-on-ice Topeka Performing Arts Center], Topeka, Kansas
* March 11, 2026: [https://mizzouarts.missouri.edu/university-concert-series-returns-for-118th-season/ Jesse Auditorium, University of Missouri], Columbia, Missouri
* March 14, 2026: [https://www.skokospac.org/ Shokos Performing Arts Center], Alma, Arkansas
* March 15, 2026: [https://www.coppellartscenter.org/events/detail/2026-wizard-of-oz-on-ice Coppell Arts Center], Coppell, Texas
* March 19, 2026: [https://coffeecountyartsalliance.org/product/wizard/ Enterprise High School Performing Arts Center], Enterprise, Alabama
* March 20, 2026: [https://fordcenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Ford Center for the Performing Arts], Oxford, Mississippi
* March 21, 2026: [https://tickets.thegrand.com/Online/mapSelect.asp?doWork::WSmap::loadMap=Load&createBO::WSmap=1&BOparam::WSmap::loadMap::performance_ids=BF23CAB4-BB58-48F2-B25A-98FC0873E482 The Grand 1894 Opera House], Galveston, Texas
* March 22, 2026: [https://ci.ovationtix.com/35987/production/1241069?performanceId=11647305 Temple Theater], Lufkin, Texas
* March 27, 2026: [https://www.moonlightstage.com/shows-tickets Moonlight Amphitheatre], Vista, California
* March 28, 2026: [https://www.ycpac.com/Online/default.asp?BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Avenue_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Acity_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Amonth_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Aobject_type_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Acategory_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_from=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_to=&doWork%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3Asearch=1&BOparam%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3Asearch%3A%3Aarticle_search_id=EE8716B4-0827-4B0D-9ACB-038A148DF966&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_criteria=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_from=2026-3-28&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_to=2026-3-28 Jim and Linda Lee Performing Arts Center], Prescott, Arizona
* March 29, 2026: [https://tickets.haughpac.com/wizard Haugh Performing Arts Center], Glendora, California
* March 30, 2026: [https://higleycenter.org/ Higley Center for the Performing Arts], Gilbert, Arizona
* April 10, 2026: [https://www.sunsetcenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Sunset Cultural Center], Carmel-by-the-Sea, California
* April 11, 2026: [https://www.lpac.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Lancaster Performing Arts Center], Lancaster, California
* April 12, 2026: [https://livermorearts.org/ Livermore Valley Performing Arts Center], Livermore, California
* April 15, 2026: [https://craterian.org/event/the-wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Craterian Theater], Medford, Oregon
* April 16, 2026: [https://columbiatheatre.com/new-events/wizard-of-oz-on-ice Columbia Theatre], Longview, Washington
* April 17, 2026: [https://www.washingtoncenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice-4-17-2026/ Washington Center for the Performing Arts], Olympia, Washington
* April 19, 2026: [https://buttearts.org/ Mother Lode Theatre], Butte, Montana
* April 30, 2026: [https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/41568594/wizard-of-oz-on-ice-pembroke-givens-performing-arts-center?_gl=1*17vkium*_ga*MTg1OTc1NzAyOS4xNzU3MTE1MzQz*_ga_LQFXLBGNDL*czE3NTcxMTUzNDMkbzEkZzEkdDE3NTcxMTUzNzMkajMwJGwwJGgw Givens Performing Arts Center], Pembroke, North Carolina

For more information about the show, see the website at https://wizardofozonice.com/.

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===''Ozmafia'' anime series, on the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Ozmafia'' anime series, crunchyroll.com.''' In this Japanese anime series (based on the video game of the same name), Scarlet is a new transfer student at Oz Academy. He doesn't get off to a good start, but the teachers seem nice enough. But what strange secrets are hiding at Oz Academy, and why are they at war with the other academies? Episodes (in Japanese, with English subtitles) are available to view online at http://www.crunchyroll.com/ozmafia for free.

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===''The Wizard of Oz'' and ''The Wiz'', throughout the United Kingdom===
'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz'', throughout the United Kingdom.''' Oz is a popular show to perform in the United Kingdom, and there always seems to be a show going on somewhere. For a complete listing of all upcoming productions of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in the United Kingdom, see the listings at [http://www.list.co.uk/events/theatre/what:The%20Wizard%20of%20Oz/sort:date/show:100/ ''The List''], naturally. They also have listings for performances of [http://www.list.co.uk/events/theatre/what:The%20Wiz/sort:date/show:100/ ''The Wiz''].

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===''Emerald City'' television series, NBC.com===
'''''Emerald City'' television series, NBC.com''' The latest Oz TV project has gone through its broadcast run on NBC. But the show's website is still up at http://www.nbc.com/emerald-city. You can still watch episodes online at http://www.nbc.com/emerald-city/episodes, and the show is also streaming on Peacock.

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===''Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz'', Internet Streaming and Cablecast===
'''Now playing: ''Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz'' cartoon series, Internet Streaming.''' This is the latest Oz cartoon series, based (very loosely) on the famous 1939 film version. Dorothy is now a princess of Oz and living in the Emerald City with Queen Ozma. But she's still having adventures! For more information, see the show's website at https://watch.boomerang.com/shows/dorothy-franchise/series/dorothy-series/volume-1. Or, if you have the Boomerang or Cartoon Network cable channels, episodes are now being shown in territories around the world, outside the United States, also have the show, so check your local version of the Cartoon Network, Boomerang, or Max channels or websites.

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===''Lost in Oz'' series, Internet streaming===
'''Now playing: ''Lost in Oz'', Amazon Video streaming.''' This animated series from Amazon tells the story of Dorothy, a modern-day girl, and her dog Toto, who are whisked to Oz when Dorothy opens one of her mother's old journals. To get home, she must find the elements of magic and help restore magic to Oz. Fortunately she has made friends with Ojo the Munchkin and West, a trainee witch, to help her out. To get started, see Amazon's ''Lost in Oz'' website at https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00Z89MYTI! And in November of 2022, [https://www.youtube.com/embed/h4fc1XvdBrk this short was dropped] with news of what's to come.

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===''Dee & Friends in Oz'', Netflix worldwide===
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'''Now playing: ''Dee & Friends in Oz'', Netflix worldwide.''' The streaming service has announced their new shows for 2024, including ''Dee & Friends in Oz'', an animated musical series aimed at preschoolers. Dee is a young girl who discovers a key to the magical land of Oz, where she makes friends and has has adventures where she saves the day. Want a sneak peek? [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oPAZCfmc0mQ&ab_channel=NetflixJr. Here's the first episode!]

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===''Chronicles of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now streaming: The ''Chronicles of Oz'' podcast.''' This audio adaptation of the first three Oz books, each in six episodes, presents ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', ''The Marvellous Land of Oz'', and ''Ozma of Oz'', plus a special episode adapting ''The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus''. Produced by Crossover Adventure Productions out of Australia. All episodes, along with trailers and other materials, can be downloaded at http://chroniclesofoz.com/.

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===''The Royal Podcast of Oz'', the Internet===
'''Now streaming: ''The Royal Podcast of Oz'', podbean.com and other podcasting sites.''' Now running for over a decade, this podcast is devoted to all things Oz, with interviews, reviews, news, and other items of interest to Oz fans of all types. You can listen to or download all editions at https://anchor.fm/the-royal-podcast-of-oz/, or look for it on your favorite podcast site.

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===''Wait Wait…Don't Tell Me'', National Public Radio===
'''Now streaming: ''Wait Wait…Don't Tell Me'' edition of May 11, 2019, npr.org.''' The popular current events quiz show recorded this episode in St. Louis, and got one of the city's most celebrated residents to play "Not My Job". Former Cardinals shortstop and Hall of Fame inductee Ozzie Smith was nicknamed "The Wizard of Oz" in his playing days, so naturally, he gets to answer questions about ''The Wizard of Oz''! You can listen to the entire episode [https://www.npr.org/programs/wait-wait-dont-tell-me/722132214/wait-wait-for-may-11-2019-with-not-my-job-guest-ozzie-smith?showDate=2019-05-11 here], or just Smith's segment [https://www.npr.org/2019/05/11/721853591/not-my-job-we-quiz-baseball-great-ozzie-smith-on-the-wizard-of-oz here].

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===''Hit the Bricks!'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Hit the Bricks!'' podcast, the Internet.''' One hundred years after the events of ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', the Gale farm is abandoned, and a new generation is off to have adventures in Oz. The first act has now dropped, with further episodes to come. For more information, see the show's website at https://hitthebricks.com/, and its Twitter feed at https://twitter.com/HitTheBricksPod/.

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===''The Smallwood Sessions'' podcast, "The Podcast of Oz", the Internet===
'''Now playing: "The Podcast of Oz" episode of ''The Smallwood Sessions'' podcast.''' To celebrate what would have been the 2020 edition of Chittenango's Oz-Stravaganza, this podcast about upstate New York celebrates Oz and creator L. Frank Baum's connections to the area. To listen, go to https://anchor.fm/josh-taylor87/episodes/Episode-22-The-Podcast-of-Oz-ef05f4.

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===''Down the Yellow Brick Pod'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Down the Yellow Brick Pod'' podcast.''' This podcast takes a deep dive into the Oz books, one chapter at a time, and looks at all that they encompass. Available on many podcast sources, including Google Podcasts, and through [https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS8xMTcyMTM4LnJzcw?hl=en this link].

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===''The Wonderful Recap of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''The Wonderful Recap of Oz'' podcast.''' This podcast recaps the Oz books, one per episode. Available Available on many podcast sources, including Google Podcasts, and through [https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy80ZjgyMWIyYy9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw== this link].

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===''No Place Like Home'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''No Place Like Home'' podcast.''' This podcast looks at the Ruby Slippers, how they were stolen in 2005 and found again in 2018, and all the background behind them, the production of The Movie, the life of Judy Garland, and more. Available on most podcasting sites. For more information, the show's website is at https://shows.cadence13.com/podcast/noplacelikehome.

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===''The Lost Princess of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''The Lost Princess of Oz'' podcast.''' A new, original Oz story for kids (of all ages), told in six parts, with songs, and presented by the Delaware Children's Theatre. Although based on Baum's writings, this is not the same story as his novel ''The Lost Princess of Oz''. For more information, or to subscribe, see the show's website at https://www.thelostprincessofozpodcast.com/.

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===''The Wizard of Oz: A Homegrown American Fairy Tale'' radio broadcast, BBC World Service===
'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz: A Homegrown American Fairy Tale'' radio documentary, BBC World Service and online streaming.''' This program looks at the origins and mythology of ''The Wizard of Oz'' and how it came about. It is currently available to listen or download online, anywhere in the world. Check the program's website at https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/w3ct1rl9 to listen to it online, or to download it.

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===To Oz? To Oz! online convention, the Internet===
'''To Oz? To Oz! online convention.''' With so many Oz events having to be cancelled this year because of the COVID-19 pandemic, a bunch of them got together to present some of their events to a worldwide, online audience for free. The live portions of the convention have now ended, but if you go to https://ozis.us/, you can see many prerecorded talks and events.

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===The OzConnection, YouTube===
'''The OzConnection, YouTube.''' OzCon International, the world's longest running ''Wizard of Oz'' convention, now has a YouTube channel at "The OzConnection", which features highlights of earlier cons and new material. The link is at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQU5pEFZZ6n_vXvRalgclSg.

The OzConnection has recently started two shows specifically for their channel. The first is a talk show called "OZ:Connect", which you can find in a playlist at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r-NAe0FKDXk&list=PLVNfENfXbx111GmnLLJFklUVGxPl1zUC-. The other new show is "Crypto-Oz-ology", short stories about all kinds of unusual happenings in Oz, which is in a playlist at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sCoSH97u4ts&list=PLVNfENfXbx11g0DhXikoqyP0dslwHeC1h.

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===Oz Talk, YouTube===
'''''Oz Talk'' panel talk show, YouTube.''' Join five Oz friends as they discuss any and all Oz subjects under the sun. New episodes will drop every two weeks on [https://www.youtube.com/c/TheOfficialOzClub/videos the Official Oz Club's YouTube Channel]. You can find the playlist for ''Oz Talk'' at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VNINbbefPS4&list=PL3OVMLWgINCRfgeWZR8GPJOp11rR73Ssc.

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===''Fifty Years of Oziana'' Readings, Youtube===
'''''Fifty Years of Oziana'' short story readings, YouTube.''' To celebrate fifty years of ''Oziana'', the International Wizard of Oz Club's annual literary magazine, Club members read stories from the last five decades. Many authors have even revisited their own stories. You can see the playlist of all stories [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hm6WXDLg9U8&list=PL3OVMLWgINCQ2a_CDuBggCt7kCYVaS4yD right here].

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===''Rainbow'' movie, Netflix===
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'''Now playing: ''Rainbow'', on Netflix worldwide.''' The first streaming service premieres this new movie, from director Paco León, that uses themes and imagery from ''The Wizard of Oz'' to explore the coming of age of Dora, a young Spanish woman who finds that everything she thought she knew about her life may be wrong. Available in an English dub, or with English subtitles.

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===The Wizard of Oz Experience, Around the World===
'''The Wizard of Oz Experience.''' The interactive outdoors event will be making making another set of appearances around the United States, Canada, and Australia in the spring of 2024. Take a look at https://questoapp.com/ for when it's coming to your town.

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===The Wicked Wizard Afternoon Tea, London, England, United Kingdom===
'''The Wicked Wizard Afternoon Tea, The Franklin Hotel, London, England, United Kingdom.''' Enjoy an Oz-themed tea, inspired by ''The Wizard of Oz'' and ''Wicked'', in the heart of London's Knightsbridge district. Tea is served from noon to 6:00, costs £49 (spirits are extra), and reservations must be made at least twenty-four hours in advance. For more information, including the menu, see [https://collezione.starhotels.com/en/our-hotels/the-franklin-london/restaurants-and-bars/wicked-wizard-at-the-franklin.html?_gl=1*1cfuckg*_up*MQ..*_gs*MQ..*_ga*MzU1MjIzMDI0LjE3NDE1NzY0NjA.*_ga_444Y1N2CEK*MTc0MTU3NjQ1OC4xLjEuMTc0MTU3NjU3NS4wLjAuMTkzNzQwNjk0Nw..*_ga_YXSDGTQ8NB*MTc0MTU3NjQ1OC4xLjEuMTc0MTU3NjU3NS4wLjAuNDIxNjUwMTc1&gclid=Cj0KCQiAlbW-BhCMARIsADnwasphX4BQH4lMNEKBognzeTmjcu96bA-ZlcDfhhU2ouaxc5CgyV41YLMaAjUfEALw_wcB the Franklin's website].

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===''Ruby Red Handed: Stealing America’s Most Famous Pair of Shoes'', Hulu===
'''Now playing: ''Ruby Red Handed: Stealing America’s Most Famous Pair of Shoes'', Hulu Streaming Service.''' This ABC News documentary delves into the 2005 theft of a pair of Ruby Slippers in Minnesota and the subsequent investigation and recovery. Keep an eye out here for more information and links.

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===''The Wizard of Oz'', Las Vegas, Nevada===
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'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz'' at the Sphere, Las Vegas, Nevada.''' See the famous 1939 film version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in a whole new way. This is an immersive reimagining in 16K on a huge screen surrounding the audience. For more information and to buy tickets, go to https://www.thesphere.com/shows/wizard-of-oz-experience.

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===Candlelight: ''The Wizard of Oz'' concerts, around the world===
'''Candlelight: ''The Wizard of OZ'' concerts, around the world.''' In conjunction with Warner Bros., Candlelight is presenting songs from the famous movie version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in venues around the world amidst a sea of flickering candles. For more information, or to locate a concert, see the website at https://candlelightexperience.com/wizard-of-oz-concerts/.

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===The Land of Oz: Beyond the Page Museum Exhibit, Chicago, Illinois===
'''Now through March 15, 2026: The Land of Oz: Beyond the Page Museum Exhibit, Driehaus Museum, Chicago, Illinois.''' This exhibit focuses on design elements of the famous 1939 film adaptation of ''The Wizard of Oz''. Items on display include replicas of the Ruby Slippers and the Cowardly Lion's "Courage" medal, an early draft script, and a prototype for the Flying Monkey's costumes. For more information, see the museum's website at https://driehausmuseum.org/exhibitions.

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===Bloomland in Oz, Burlington, Ontario, Canada===
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'''Now through April 6, 2026: Bloomland in Oz, Royal Botanical Gardens Canada, Burlington, Ontario, Canada.''' The Gardens' 2026 showcase features floral displays and artistic creations, all inspired by the novel ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz''. For more information or to purchase tickets, see the website at https://www.rbg.ca/things-to-do/by-season/special-events/winter-exhibit/. And here's a behind-the-scenes look:
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===Stories of Cinema: Identity exhibit, Los Angeles, California===
'''Now through January 10, 2027: Stories of Cinema: Identity exhibit, Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, Los Angeles, California.''' The Academy Museum has brought its pair of Ruby Slippers back for the public to view. This exhibit also includes costumes and design studies from such movies as ''Flower Drum Song'', ''Dreamgirls'', ''Moulin Rouge!'', ''Amadeus'', ''Ma Raimey's Black Bottom'', ''Barbie'', and ''Wicked''. For more information, see the museum's website at https://www.academymuseum.org/en/exhibitions/stories-of-cinema-identity.

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==March 2026==
===Lorna Luft, Las Vegas, Nevada===
'''March 14-15, 2026: Lorna Luft, The Palazzo Theatre, The Venetian, Las Vegas, Nevada.''' An actor and singer in her own right, Lorna Luft is also Judy Garland's daughter. Join her for an intimate, personal celebration of ''The Wizard of Oz'' and her mother's life and career. For more information or te purchase tickets, see https://www.venetianlasvegas.com/entertainment/lorna-luft.html.

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===An Emerald Evening in Oz, Kansas City, Missouri===
'''March 28, 2026: An Emerald Evening in Oz, The Midland Theatre, Kansas City, Missouri.''' The Kansas City Repertory Theatre's latest fundraiser has a distinctly Ozian touch this year, in celebration of the company's upcoming production of ''The Wizard of Oz''. For more information, including how to reserve a seat or a table, see https://kcrep.org/event/gala/.

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==April 2026==
===''Return to Oz'' 40th Anniversary Screening, San Francisco, California===
'''April 9, 2026: ''Return to Oz'' 40th Anniversary Screening, The Castro Theatre, San Francisco, California.''' The legendary San Francisco theater is opening again after renavations, and part of the program will be a rare theatrical screening of the 1985 Disney movie ''Return to Oz'' to celebrate it's fortieth anniversary (maybe a few months late). The special guest is director Walter Murch, who will discuss the film and answer questions afterwards. For more details, see the show's website at https://thecastro.com/events/movies-for-maniacs-260409/

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===Garmin Marathon in the Land of Oz, Olathe, Kansas===
'''April 26, 2026: Garmin Marathon in the Land of Oz, Olathe, Kansas.''' If you're going to have a 26.2-mile run in Kansas, you may as well give it an Oz theme! For more information and to register, see the race's website at http://ozrun.org/.

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==May/June 2026==
===''The Wizard of Oz'' play, Kansas City, Missouri===
'''May 5-24, 2026: ''The Wizard of Oz'' play, Kansas City Repertory Theatre, Kansas City, Missouri.''' The company presents the Royal Shakespeare Company's adaptation of the famous musical version of the story, based on the famous movie. For more details or to purchase tickets, see https://kcrep.org/event/the-wizard-of-oz/.

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===Yellow Brick Road Festival, Sedan, Kansas===
'''May 22-23, 2026: Yellow Brick Road Festival, Sedan, Kansas.''' This town in Kansas celebrates ''The Wizard of Oz'' every year. For details, see http://www.lasr.net/travel/city.php?Sedan&Kansas&Yellow+Brick+Road+Festival&City_ID=KS0604019&Event_ID=KS0604019e002&VE=Y or call 620-725-4033.

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===Oz-Stravaganza, Chittenango, New York===
'''June 5-7, 2026: Oz-Stravaganza, Chittenango, New York.''' This village in upstate New York honors its native son, L. Frank Baum, with an annual festival honoring his creation, the Land of Oz. For more information, see the event's website at http://www.oz-stravaganza.com/.

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===Judy Garland Festival, Grand Rapids, Minnesota===
'''June (exact dates to be announced), 2026: Judy Garland Festival, Judy Garland Museum and environs, Grand Rapids, Minnesota.''' Judy Garland's home town celebrates her in this annual festival, with events all over town spread out over several days. For more information, keep an eye on the event's website at https://judygarlandmuseum.com/judy-garland-museum-events/.

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==August 2026==
===Oz Festival Illinois, Mapleton, Illinois===
'''August (exact date to be announced), 2025: Oz Fest Illinois, Butler Haynes Park, Mapleton, Illinois.'''. For more information, see the event's website at https://www.hollispark.org/oz-fest, or the Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/OzFestIllinois/.

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==September 2026==
===Autumn at Oz Party, Banner Elk, North Carolina===
'''September (exact dates to be announced), 2026: Autumn at Oz Party, Beech Mountain, Banner Elk, North Carolina.''' The Wizard of Oz Park on the mountain may no longer be in regular operation, but it's still there, and Oz and park fans get together once a year for a party. Hurricane Hélène paused the event for 2025, but there's hope for a return in 2026. For more information, check out https://landofoznc.com/.

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===OzFest, Liberal, Kansas===
'''September (exact date to be announced), 2026: OzFest, Liberal, Kansas.''' The home town of the Dorothy's House attraction hosts its annual tribute to Dorothy and Oz. For more information, see [https://www.lasr.net/travel/city.php?Ozfest&TravelTo=KS1019015&VE=Y&Event_ID=KS1019015e002 the city's events page] and [http://visitliberal.com/ the city's website] (and be sure to call 1-800-LIBERAL to confirm event and dates).

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==October 2026==
===Oztoberfest, Wamego, Kansas===
'''October (exact date to be announced), 2026: Oztoberfest, Wamego, Kansas.''' The town not only has an Oz museum, they put on an annual Oz festival. Authors and other special guests will attend, and there's also admission to the museum. For more details, call the Oz museum at 1-866-458-TOTO, or see the event's website at http://oztoberfest.com/.

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==November 2026==
===TeslaCon, Middleton, Wisconsin===
'''November 12-15, 2026: TeslaCon, Marriott of Middleton, Middleton, Wisconsin.''' The country's largest steampunk convention celebrates its sixteenth edition, and this year the theme is Oz. For more information, see the convention's website at https://teslacon.com/.

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==Holiday Season 2026-27==
===''The Wizard of Oz'', holiday cablecasts===
'''''The Wizard of Oz'' holiday cablecasts, TBS and TNT.''' The stations' annual holiday season showings of the famous film version are, generally speaking, around Thanksgiving on TBS and Christmas on TNT. Check your local provider for exact times and channels on your system. Keep checking back for updates.

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===''The Wiz'' holiday telecasts===
'''''The Wiz'' holiday telecasts.''' Channels have holiday time airings of the 1978 film adaptation of ''The Wiz'', starring Diana Ross as Dorothy, Michael Jackson as the Scarecrow, Lena Horne as Glinda, and Richard Pryor as the Wiz. Keep checking back for updates.

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===''If I Only Had Christmas'' television movie, The Hallmark Channel===
'''''If I Only Had Christmas'' television movie, The Hallmark Channel.''' A Hallmark Christmas romance movie, first shown in 2020 and based (extremely loosely) on ''The Wizard of Oz''! Candace Cameron Bure stars as Darcy Gale, a publicist who teams up with Huck, a cynical business owner played by Neil Webb, to help out a charity in need. It airs many times at Christmas, and occasionally at other times throughout the year (check your local television provider for exact time and channel on your system). For more details and a sneak peek behind the scenes, take a look at [https://www.etonline.com/candace-cameron-bure-stars-in-hallmark-channels-if-i-only-had-christmas-first-look-exclusive-154864 the news report on the ''Entertainment Tonight'' website]. And [https://celebratingthesoaps.com/hallmark/hallmark-channel-news-wizard-of-oz-reimagined-candace-cameron-bure-in-if-i-only-had-christmas/ here's another report with another preview]. Finally, [https://www.hallmarkchannel.com/if-i-only-had-christmas here's the movie's page on the channel's website].

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==To Be Determined==
===Wizard of Oz Days, Macon, Missouri===
'''Exact date to be announced: Wizard of Oz Days, Hannibal, Missouri.''' For complete details, see the event's Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/WizardofOzDays.

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OzWiki:Current events

2026-02-15T21:46:49Z

Ericgjovaag: /* Wicked play, around the world */

Other Oz events can also be found on [https://www.ozclub.org/calendar/ the International Wizard of Oz Club's online calendar].

Please note that, since I live in the United States and most Oz events take place in the United States, I will identify most event locations by city and state only. Any events taking place in other countries will include the name of the country as well.

==Going on now==
===''Wicked'' play, around the world===
'''Now playing: ''Wicked''.''' This is the award-winning musical based on Gregory Maguire's novel ''Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West''. The book is by Winnie Holzman, the music by Stephen Schwartz, and the show is directed by Joe Mantello. It has done so well, it has spawned the following productions:

* [http://www.gershwintheatre.com/ Gershwin Theater], Broadway, New York City, New York. Tickets may be purchased online at [http://www.ticketmaster.com/venue/24579 ticketmaster.com]. For more details, go to [http://wickedthemusical.com/ wickedthemusical.com]. For a "Behind the Emerald Curtain" tour on Saturday mornings, go to https://wickedthemusical.com/behind-the-emerald-curtain#scrolldown for details.

* The Apollo Victoria Theatre, The West End, London, England, United Kingdom. For more information, including booking tickets, see http://www.wickedthemusical.co.uk/.

* ''Wicked'' is also touring the United States and Canada. For more information and updates about the tour, see https://wickedthemusical.com/tickets/#tour. Here's the current schedule (locations and dates are subject to change):
** Now through February 15, 2026: [https://pittsburgh.broadway.com/shows/wicked/ Benedum Center], Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
** February 18-March 1, 2026: [https://rbtl.org/ West Herr Auditorium Theatre], Rochester, New York
** March 4-22, 2026: [https://www.ppacri.org/events/detail/wicked-2 Providence Performing Arts Center], Providence, Rhode Island
** March 25-April 5, 2026: [https://www.broadwayincolumbia.com/upcoming-shows/ Koger Center for the Arts], Columbia, South Carolina
** April 8-19, 2026: [https://www.celebrityattractions.com/shows/10200/WICKED/Little-Rock/2026 Robinson Center], Little Rock, Arkansas
** April 22-May 3, 2026: Juanita K. Hammons Hall, Springfield, Missouri
** May 6-June 14, 2026: [https://dallas.broadway.com/shows/wicked/ Music Hall at Fair Park], Dallas, Texas
** June 17-July 5, 2026: [https://ticketomaha.com/Productions/wicked Orpheum Theater], Omaha, Nebraska
** July 8-August 9, 2026: [https://hennepinarts.org/events/wicked Orpheum Theatre], Minneapolis, Minnesota
** August 12-30, 2026: [https://kansascity.broadway.com/shows/wicked/ Music Hall], Kansas City, Missouri
** September 2-20, 2026: [https://www.desmoinesperformingarts.org/whats-on/events/2025-26/broadway/wicked Des Moines Civic Center], Des Moines, Iowa

* The Korean production is now on tour. The show's website is at https://www.wickedthemusical.co.kr/Home/Index. Here are the current dates:
** Now March 1, 2026: Keimyung Arts Center, Daigu

* A non-reproduction staging is now running at the Teatr Muzyczny ROMA in Warsaw, Poland. For more information, see https://www.teatrroma.pl/spektakl/wicked/.

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===''The Wiz'' play, national tour===
'''''The Wiz'' play, national tour.''' After its Broadway run, this new staging of the Tony-winning musical adaptation of ''The Wizard of Oz'' heads out on a North American tour. The following dates have been announced:

* February 10-15, 2026: [https://www.stgpresents.org/events/the-wiz/ Paramount Theatre], Seattle, Washington
* March 3-15, 2026: [https://cincinnati.broadway.com/shows/the-wiz/ Aronhoff Center], Cincinnati, Ohio
* April 21-26, 2026: [https://www.altriatheater.com/events/detail/the-wiz-2025 Altria Center], Richmond, Virginia
* May 5-10, 2026: [https://www.celebrityattractions.com/shows/10194/THE-WIZ/Tulsa/2026 Tulsa Performing Arts Center], Tulsa, Oklahoma
* May 12-17, 2026: [https://austin.broadway.com/shows/the-wiz/ Bass Concert Hall], Austin, Texas
* May 19-24, 2026: [https://www.okcbroadway.com/wiz Civic Center Music Hall], Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
* May 26-31, 2026: [https://americantheatreguild.com/toledo/shows/the-wiz/ Stranahan Theater], Toledo, Ohio

More dates and cities will be coming. For more information, see the show's website at https://wizmusical.com/.

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===''The Wizard of Oz on Ice'' on tour===
'''Now on Tour: ''The Wizard of Oz on Ice''.''' The new, reimagined version of the 1990s ice show returns for another season. The company has announced the following tour dates:
* February 12, 2026: Bradford Area High School Auditorium, Bradford, Pennsylvania
* February 14, 2026: [https://rivieratheatre.org/event/wizard-of-oz-ice/ Riviera Theatre], North Tonawanda, New York
* February 15, 2026: [https://theeich.org/ Eichelberger Performing Arts Center], Hanover, Pennsylvania
* February 21, 2026: [https://starcentremd.com/event/the-all-new-wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ The STAR Center], Havre de Grace, Maryland
* February 25, 2026: [https://www.springfieldartscouncil.org/event/the-all-new-wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Clark State Performing Arts Center], Springfield, Ohio
* February 26, 2026: [https://luhrscenter.com/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Luhrs Performing Arts Center], Shippensburg, Pennsylvania
* March 5, 2026: [https://www.artsblooming.org/home-bcpa Bloomington Center for the Arts], Bloomington, Illinois
* March 6, 2026: [https://leachtheatre.mst.edu/events/2025/wiz-oz-on-ice/ Leach Theatre], Rolla, Missouri
* March 7, 2026: [https://www.hutchinsonfox.com/events/the-wizard-of-oz-on-ice Hutchinson's Historic Fox Theatre], Hutchinson, Kansas
* March 8, 2026: [https://www.topekaperformingarts.org/events/2026/the-wizard-of-oz-on-ice Topeka Performing Arts Center], Topeka, Kansas
* March 11, 2026: [https://mizzouarts.missouri.edu/university-concert-series-returns-for-118th-season/ Jesse Auditorium, University of Missouri], Columbia, Missouri
* March 14, 2026: [https://www.skokospac.org/ Shokos Performing Arts Center], Alma, Arkansas
* March 15, 2026: [https://www.coppellartscenter.org/events/detail/2026-wizard-of-oz-on-ice Coppell Arts Center], Coppell, Texas
* March 19, 2026: [https://coffeecountyartsalliance.org/product/wizard/ Enterprise High School Performing Arts Center], Enterprise, Alabama
* March 20, 2026: [https://fordcenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Ford Center for the Performing Arts], Oxford, Mississippi
* March 21, 2026: [https://tickets.thegrand.com/Online/mapSelect.asp?doWork::WSmap::loadMap=Load&createBO::WSmap=1&BOparam::WSmap::loadMap::performance_ids=BF23CAB4-BB58-48F2-B25A-98FC0873E482 The Grand 1894 Opera House], Galveston, Texas
* March 22, 2026: [https://ci.ovationtix.com/35987/production/1241069?performanceId=11647305 Temple Theater], Lufkin, Texas
* March 27, 2026: [https://www.moonlightstage.com/shows-tickets Moonlight Amphitheatre], Vista, California
* March 28, 2026: [https://www.ycpac.com/Online/default.asp?BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Avenue_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Acity_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Amonth_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Aobject_type_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Acategory_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_from=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_to=&doWork%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3Asearch=1&BOparam%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3Asearch%3A%3Aarticle_search_id=EE8716B4-0827-4B0D-9ACB-038A148DF966&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_criteria=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_from=2026-3-28&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_to=2026-3-28 Jim and Linda Lee Performing Arts Center], Prescott, Arizona
* March 29, 2026: [https://tickets.haughpac.com/wizard Haugh Performing Arts Center], Glendora, California
* March 30, 2026: [https://higleycenter.org/ Higley Center for the Performing Arts], Gilbert, Arizona
* April 10, 2026: [https://www.sunsetcenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Sunset Cultural Center], Carmel-by-the-Sea, California
* April 11, 2026: [https://www.lpac.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Lancaster Performing Arts Center], Lancaster, California
* April 12, 2026: [https://livermorearts.org/ Livermore Valley Performing Arts Center], Livermore, California
* April 15, 2026: [https://craterian.org/event/the-wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Craterian Theater], Medford, Oregon
* April 16, 2026: [https://columbiatheatre.com/new-events/wizard-of-oz-on-ice Columbia Theatre], Longview, Washington
* April 17, 2026: [https://www.washingtoncenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice-4-17-2026/ Washington Center for the Performing Arts], Olympia, Washington
* April 19, 2026: [https://buttearts.org/ Mother Lode Theatre], Butte, Montana
* April 30, 2026: [https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/41568594/wizard-of-oz-on-ice-pembroke-givens-performing-arts-center?_gl=1*17vkium*_ga*MTg1OTc1NzAyOS4xNzU3MTE1MzQz*_ga_LQFXLBGNDL*czE3NTcxMTUzNDMkbzEkZzEkdDE3NTcxMTUzNzMkajMwJGwwJGgw Givens Performing Arts Center], Pembroke, North Carolina

For more information about the show, see the website at https://wizardofozonice.com/.

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===''Ozmafia'' anime series, on the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Ozmafia'' anime series, crunchyroll.com.''' In this Japanese anime series (based on the video game of the same name), Scarlet is a new transfer student at Oz Academy. He doesn't get off to a good start, but the teachers seem nice enough. But what strange secrets are hiding at Oz Academy, and why are they at war with the other academies? Episodes (in Japanese, with English subtitles) are available to view online at http://www.crunchyroll.com/ozmafia for free.

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===''The Wizard of Oz'' and ''The Wiz'', throughout the United Kingdom===
'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz'', throughout the United Kingdom.''' Oz is a popular show to perform in the United Kingdom, and there always seems to be a show going on somewhere. For a complete listing of all upcoming productions of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in the United Kingdom, see the listings at [http://www.list.co.uk/events/theatre/what:The%20Wizard%20of%20Oz/sort:date/show:100/ ''The List''], naturally. They also have listings for performances of [http://www.list.co.uk/events/theatre/what:The%20Wiz/sort:date/show:100/ ''The Wiz''].

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===''Emerald City'' television series, NBC.com===
'''''Emerald City'' television series, NBC.com''' The latest Oz TV project has gone through its broadcast run on NBC. But the show's website is still up at http://www.nbc.com/emerald-city. You can still watch episodes online at http://www.nbc.com/emerald-city/episodes, and the show is also streaming on Peacock.

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===''Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz'', Internet Streaming and Cablecast===
'''Now playing: ''Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz'' cartoon series, Internet Streaming.''' This is the latest Oz cartoon series, based (very loosely) on the famous 1939 film version. Dorothy is now a princess of Oz and living in the Emerald City with Queen Ozma. But she's still having adventures! For more information, see the show's website at https://watch.boomerang.com/shows/dorothy-franchise/series/dorothy-series/volume-1. Or, if you have the Boomerang or Cartoon Network cable channels, episodes are now being shown in territories around the world, outside the United States, also have the show, so check your local version of the Cartoon Network, Boomerang, or Max channels or websites.

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===''Lost in Oz'' series, Internet streaming===
'''Now playing: ''Lost in Oz'', Amazon Video streaming.''' This animated series from Amazon tells the story of Dorothy, a modern-day girl, and her dog Toto, who are whisked to Oz when Dorothy opens one of her mother's old journals. To get home, she must find the elements of magic and help restore magic to Oz. Fortunately she has made friends with Ojo the Munchkin and West, a trainee witch, to help her out. To get started, see Amazon's ''Lost in Oz'' website at https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00Z89MYTI! And in November of 2022, [https://www.youtube.com/embed/h4fc1XvdBrk this short was dropped] with news of what's to come.

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===''Dee & Friends in Oz'', Netflix worldwide===
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'''Now playing: ''Dee & Friends in Oz'', Netflix worldwide.''' The streaming service has announced their new shows for 2024, including ''Dee & Friends in Oz'', an animated musical series aimed at preschoolers. Dee is a young girl who discovers a key to the magical land of Oz, where she makes friends and has has adventures where she saves the day. Want a sneak peek? [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oPAZCfmc0mQ&ab_channel=NetflixJr. Here's the first episode!]

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===''Chronicles of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now streaming: The ''Chronicles of Oz'' podcast.''' This audio adaptation of the first three Oz books, each in six episodes, presents ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', ''The Marvellous Land of Oz'', and ''Ozma of Oz'', plus a special episode adapting ''The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus''. Produced by Crossover Adventure Productions out of Australia. All episodes, along with trailers and other materials, can be downloaded at http://chroniclesofoz.com/.

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===''The Royal Podcast of Oz'', the Internet===
'''Now streaming: ''The Royal Podcast of Oz'', podbean.com and other podcasting sites.''' Now running for over a decade, this podcast is devoted to all things Oz, with interviews, reviews, news, and other items of interest to Oz fans of all types. You can listen to or download all editions at https://anchor.fm/the-royal-podcast-of-oz/, or look for it on your favorite podcast site.

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===''Wait Wait…Don't Tell Me'', National Public Radio===
'''Now streaming: ''Wait Wait…Don't Tell Me'' edition of May 11, 2019, npr.org.''' The popular current events quiz show recorded this episode in St. Louis, and got one of the city's most celebrated residents to play "Not My Job". Former Cardinals shortstop and Hall of Fame inductee Ozzie Smith was nicknamed "The Wizard of Oz" in his playing days, so naturally, he gets to answer questions about ''The Wizard of Oz''! You can listen to the entire episode [https://www.npr.org/programs/wait-wait-dont-tell-me/722132214/wait-wait-for-may-11-2019-with-not-my-job-guest-ozzie-smith?showDate=2019-05-11 here], or just Smith's segment [https://www.npr.org/2019/05/11/721853591/not-my-job-we-quiz-baseball-great-ozzie-smith-on-the-wizard-of-oz here].

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===''Hit the Bricks!'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Hit the Bricks!'' podcast, the Internet.''' One hundred years after the events of ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', the Gale farm is abandoned, and a new generation is off to have adventures in Oz. The first act has now dropped, with further episodes to come. For more information, see the show's website at https://hitthebricks.com/, and its Twitter feed at https://twitter.com/HitTheBricksPod/.

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===''The Smallwood Sessions'' podcast, "The Podcast of Oz", the Internet===
'''Now playing: "The Podcast of Oz" episode of ''The Smallwood Sessions'' podcast.''' To celebrate what would have been the 2020 edition of Chittenango's Oz-Stravaganza, this podcast about upstate New York celebrates Oz and creator L. Frank Baum's connections to the area. To listen, go to https://anchor.fm/josh-taylor87/episodes/Episode-22-The-Podcast-of-Oz-ef05f4.

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===''Down the Yellow Brick Pod'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Down the Yellow Brick Pod'' podcast.''' This podcast takes a deep dive into the Oz books, one chapter at a time, and looks at all that they encompass. Available on many podcast sources, including Google Podcasts, and through [https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS8xMTcyMTM4LnJzcw?hl=en this link].

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===''The Wonderful Recap of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''The Wonderful Recap of Oz'' podcast.''' This podcast recaps the Oz books, one per episode. Available Available on many podcast sources, including Google Podcasts, and through [https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy80ZjgyMWIyYy9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw== this link].

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===''No Place Like Home'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''No Place Like Home'' podcast.''' This podcast looks at the Ruby Slippers, how they were stolen in 2005 and found again in 2018, and all the background behind them, the production of The Movie, the life of Judy Garland, and more. Available on most podcasting sites. For more information, the show's website is at https://shows.cadence13.com/podcast/noplacelikehome.

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===''The Lost Princess of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''The Lost Princess of Oz'' podcast.''' A new, original Oz story for kids (of all ages), told in six parts, with songs, and presented by the Delaware Children's Theatre. Although based on Baum's writings, this is not the same story as his novel ''The Lost Princess of Oz''. For more information, or to subscribe, see the show's website at https://www.thelostprincessofozpodcast.com/.

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===''The Wizard of Oz: A Homegrown American Fairy Tale'' radio broadcast, BBC World Service===
'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz: A Homegrown American Fairy Tale'' radio documentary, BBC World Service and online streaming.''' This program looks at the origins and mythology of ''The Wizard of Oz'' and how it came about. It is currently available to listen or download online, anywhere in the world. Check the program's website at https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/w3ct1rl9 to listen to it online, or to download it.

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===To Oz? To Oz! online convention, the Internet===
'''To Oz? To Oz! online convention.''' With so many Oz events having to be cancelled this year because of the COVID-19 pandemic, a bunch of them got together to present some of their events to a worldwide, online audience for free. The live portions of the convention have now ended, but if you go to https://ozis.us/, you can see many prerecorded talks and events.

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===The OzConnection, YouTube===
'''The OzConnection, YouTube.''' OzCon International, the world's longest running ''Wizard of Oz'' convention, now has a YouTube channel at "The OzConnection", which features highlights of earlier cons and new material. The link is at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQU5pEFZZ6n_vXvRalgclSg.

The OzConnection has recently started two shows specifically for their channel. The first is a talk show called "OZ:Connect", which you can find in a playlist at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r-NAe0FKDXk&list=PLVNfENfXbx111GmnLLJFklUVGxPl1zUC-. The other new show is "Crypto-Oz-ology", short stories about all kinds of unusual happenings in Oz, which is in a playlist at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sCoSH97u4ts&list=PLVNfENfXbx11g0DhXikoqyP0dslwHeC1h.

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===Oz Talk, YouTube===
'''''Oz Talk'' panel talk show, YouTube.''' Join five Oz friends as they discuss any and all Oz subjects under the sun. New episodes will drop every two weeks on [https://www.youtube.com/c/TheOfficialOzClub/videos the Official Oz Club's YouTube Channel]. You can find the playlist for ''Oz Talk'' at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VNINbbefPS4&list=PL3OVMLWgINCRfgeWZR8GPJOp11rR73Ssc.

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===''Fifty Years of Oziana'' Readings, Youtube===
'''''Fifty Years of Oziana'' short story readings, YouTube.''' To celebrate fifty years of ''Oziana'', the International Wizard of Oz Club's annual literary magazine, Club members read stories from the last five decades. Many authors have even revisited their own stories. You can see the playlist of all stories [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hm6WXDLg9U8&list=PL3OVMLWgINCQ2a_CDuBggCt7kCYVaS4yD right here].

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===''Rainbow'' movie, Netflix===
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'''Now playing: ''Rainbow'', on Netflix worldwide.''' The first streaming service premieres this new movie, from director Paco León, that uses themes and imagery from ''The Wizard of Oz'' to explore the coming of age of Dora, a young Spanish woman who finds that everything she thought she knew about her life may be wrong. Available in an English dub, or with English subtitles.

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===The Wizard of Oz Experience, Around the World===
'''The Wizard of Oz Experience.''' The interactive outdoors event will be making making another set of appearances around the United States, Canada, and Australia in the spring of 2024. Take a look at https://questoapp.com/ for when it's coming to your town.

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===The Wicked Wizard Afternoon Tea, London, England, United Kingdom===
'''The Wicked Wizard Afternoon Tea, The Franklin Hotel, London, England, United Kingdom.''' Enjoy an Oz-themed tea, inspired by ''The Wizard of Oz'' and ''Wicked'', in the heart of London's Knightsbridge district. Tea is served from noon to 6:00, costs £49 (spirits are extra), and reservations must be made at least twenty-four hours in advance. For more information, including the menu, see [https://collezione.starhotels.com/en/our-hotels/the-franklin-london/restaurants-and-bars/wicked-wizard-at-the-franklin.html?_gl=1*1cfuckg*_up*MQ..*_gs*MQ..*_ga*MzU1MjIzMDI0LjE3NDE1NzY0NjA.*_ga_444Y1N2CEK*MTc0MTU3NjQ1OC4xLjEuMTc0MTU3NjU3NS4wLjAuMTkzNzQwNjk0Nw..*_ga_YXSDGTQ8NB*MTc0MTU3NjQ1OC4xLjEuMTc0MTU3NjU3NS4wLjAuNDIxNjUwMTc1&gclid=Cj0KCQiAlbW-BhCMARIsADnwasphX4BQH4lMNEKBognzeTmjcu96bA-ZlcDfhhU2ouaxc5CgyV41YLMaAjUfEALw_wcB the Franklin's website].

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===''Ruby Red Handed: Stealing America’s Most Famous Pair of Shoes'', Hulu===
'''Now playing: ''Ruby Red Handed: Stealing America’s Most Famous Pair of Shoes'', Hulu Streaming Service.''' This ABC News documentary delves into the 2005 theft of a pair of Ruby Slippers in Minnesota and the subsequent investigation and recovery. Keep an eye out here for more information and links.

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===''The Wizard of Oz'', Las Vegas, Nevada===
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'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz'' at the Sphere, Las Vegas, Nevada.''' See the famous 1939 film version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in a whole new way. This is an immersive reimagining in 16K on a huge screen surrounding the audience. For more information and to buy tickets, go to https://www.thesphere.com/shows/wizard-of-oz-experience.

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===Candlelight: ''The Wizard of Oz'' concerts, around the world===
'''Candlelight: ''The Wizard of OZ'' concerts, around the world.''' In conjunction with Warner Bros., Candlelight is presenting songs from the famous movie version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in venues around the world amidst a sea of flickering candles. For more information, or to locate a concert, see the website at https://candlelightexperience.com/wizard-of-oz-concerts/.

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===The Land of Oz: Beyond the Page Museum Exhibit, Chicago, Illinois===
'''Now through March 15, 2026: The Land of Oz: Beyond the Page Museum Exhibit, Driehaus Museum, Chicago, Illinois.''' This exhibit focuses on design elements of the famous 1939 film adaptation of ''The Wizard of Oz''. Items on display include replicas of the Ruby Slippers and the Cowardly Lion's "Courage" medal, an early draft script, and a prototype for the Flying Monkey's costumes. For more information, see the museum's website at https://driehausmuseum.org/exhibitions.

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===Bloomland in Oz, Burlington, Ontario, Canada===
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'''Now through April 6, 2026: Bloomland in Oz, Royal Botanical Gardens Canada, Burlington, Ontario, Canada.''' The Gardens' 2026 showcase features floral displays and artistic creations, all inspired by the novel ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz''. For more information or to purchase tickets, see the website at https://www.rbg.ca/things-to-do/by-season/special-events/winter-exhibit/. And here's a behind-the-scenes look:
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===Stories of Cinema: Identity exhibit, Los Angeles, California===
'''Now through January 10, 2027: Stories of Cinema: Identity exhibit, Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, Los Angeles, California.''' The Academy Museum has brought its pair of Ruby Slippers back for the public to view. This exhibit also includes costumes and design studies from such movies as ''Flower Drum Song'', ''Dreamgirls'', ''Moulin Rouge!'', ''Amadeus'', ''Ma Raimey's Black Bottom'', ''Barbie'', and ''Wicked''. For more information, see the museum's website at https://www.academymuseum.org/en/exhibitions/stories-of-cinema-identity.

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==February 2026==
===''The Wizard of Oz'' movie, Los Angeles, California===
'''February 9, 2026: ''The Wizard of Oz'' movie, Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, Los Angeles, California.''' Well of course the Academy's museum also shows movies. Today, it's a 4K rendition of the famous 1939 film adaptation of ''The Wizard of Oz'', starting at 2:30 pm in the Ted Mann theater. For more information, see the museum's website at https://www.academymuseum.org/en/calendar?programTypes=16i3uOYQwism7sMDhIQr2O&page=5.

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===''Gale: Yellow Brick Road'', in theaters nationwide===
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'''February 11, 2026: ''Gale: Yellow Brick Road'' movie, theaters nationwide.''' Emily, Dorothy's granddaughter, is back in Oz, but it's not the land of wonder she was led to believe it is. Can Emily break the Gale family curse? This horror movie will play one night only in theaters nationwide, courtesy of Fathom Events. For more information, including theaters and tickets, see the event website at https://www.fathomentertainment.com/releases/gale-yellow-brick-road/.

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==March 2026==
===Lorna Luft, Las Vegas, Nevada===
'''March 14-15, 2026: Lorna Luft, The Palazzo Theatre, The Venetian, Las Vegas, Nevada.''' An actor and singer in her own right, Lorna Luft is also Judy Garland's daughter. Join her for an intimate, personal celebration of ''The Wizard of Oz'' and her mother's life and career. For more information or te purchase tickets, see https://www.venetianlasvegas.com/entertainment/lorna-luft.html.

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===An Emerald Evening in Oz, Kansas City, Missouri===
'''March 28, 2026: An Emerald Evening in Oz, The Midland Theatre, Kansas City, Missouri.''' The Kansas City Repertory Theatre's latest fundraiser has a distinctly Ozian touch this year, in celebration of the company's upcoming production of ''The Wizard of Oz''. For more information, including how to reserve a seat or a table, see https://kcrep.org/event/gala/.

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==April 2026==
===''Return to Oz'' 40th Anniversary Screening, San Francisco, California===
'''April 9, 2026: ''Return to Oz'' 40th Anniversary Screening, The Castro Theatre, San Francisco, California.''' The legendary San Francisco theater is opening again after renavations, and part of the program will be a rare theatrical screening of the 1985 Disney movie ''Return to Oz'' to celebrate it's fortieth anniversary (maybe a few months late). The special guest is director Walter Murch, who will discuss the film and answer questions afterwards. For more details, see the show's website at https://thecastro.com/events/movies-for-maniacs-260409/

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===Garmin Marathon in the Land of Oz, Olathe, Kansas===
'''April 26, 2026: Garmin Marathon in the Land of Oz, Olathe, Kansas.''' If you're going to have a 26.2-mile run in Kansas, you may as well give it an Oz theme! For more information and to register, see the race's website at http://ozrun.org/.

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==May/June 2026==
===''The Wizard of Oz'' play, Kansas City, Missouri===
'''May 5-24, 2026: ''The Wizard of Oz'' play, Kansas City Repertory Theatre, Kansas City, Missouri.''' The company presents the Royal Shakespeare Company's adaptation of the famous musical version of the story, based on the famous movie. For more details or to purchase tickets, see https://kcrep.org/event/the-wizard-of-oz/.

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===Yellow Brick Road Festival, Sedan, Kansas===
'''May 22-23, 2026: Yellow Brick Road Festival, Sedan, Kansas.''' This town in Kansas celebrates ''The Wizard of Oz'' every year. For details, see http://www.lasr.net/travel/city.php?Sedan&Kansas&Yellow+Brick+Road+Festival&City_ID=KS0604019&Event_ID=KS0604019e002&VE=Y or call 620-725-4033.

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===Oz-Stravaganza, Chittenango, New York===
'''June 5-7, 2026: Oz-Stravaganza, Chittenango, New York.''' This village in upstate New York honors its native son, L. Frank Baum, with an annual festival honoring his creation, the Land of Oz. For more information, see the event's website at http://www.oz-stravaganza.com/.

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===Judy Garland Festival, Grand Rapids, Minnesota===
'''June (exact dates to be announced), 2026: Judy Garland Festival, Judy Garland Museum and environs, Grand Rapids, Minnesota.''' Judy Garland's home town celebrates her in this annual festival, with events all over town spread out over several days. For more information, keep an eye on the event's website at https://judygarlandmuseum.com/judy-garland-museum-events/.

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==August 2026==
===Oz Festival Illinois, Mapleton, Illinois===
'''August (exact date to be announced), 2025: Oz Fest Illinois, Butler Haynes Park, Mapleton, Illinois.'''. For more information, see the event's website at https://www.hollispark.org/oz-fest, or the Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/OzFestIllinois/.

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==September 2026==
===Autumn at Oz Party, Banner Elk, North Carolina===
'''September (exact dates to be announced), 2026: Autumn at Oz Party, Beech Mountain, Banner Elk, North Carolina.''' The Wizard of Oz Park on the mountain may no longer be in regular operation, but it's still there, and Oz and park fans get together once a year for a party. Hurricane Hélène paused the event for 2025, but there's hope for a return in 2026. For more information, check out https://landofoznc.com/.

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===OzFest, Liberal, Kansas===
'''September (exact date to be announced), 2026: OzFest, Liberal, Kansas.''' The home town of the Dorothy's House attraction hosts its annual tribute to Dorothy and Oz. For more information, see [https://www.lasr.net/travel/city.php?Ozfest&TravelTo=KS1019015&VE=Y&Event_ID=KS1019015e002 the city's events page] and [http://visitliberal.com/ the city's website] (and be sure to call 1-800-LIBERAL to confirm event and dates).

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==October 2026==
===Oztoberfest, Wamego, Kansas===
'''October (exact date to be announced), 2026: Oztoberfest, Wamego, Kansas.''' The town not only has an Oz museum, they put on an annual Oz festival. Authors and other special guests will attend, and there's also admission to the museum. For more details, call the Oz museum at 1-866-458-TOTO, or see the event's website at http://oztoberfest.com/.

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==November 2026==
===TeslaCon, Middleton, Wisconsin===
'''November 12-15, 2026: TeslaCon, Marriott of Middleton, Middleton, Wisconsin.''' The country's largest steampunk convention celebrates its sixteenth edition, and this year the theme is Oz. For more information, see the convention's website at https://teslacon.com/.

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==Holiday Season 2026-27==
===''The Wizard of Oz'', holiday cablecasts===
'''''The Wizard of Oz'' holiday cablecasts, TBS and TNT.''' The stations' annual holiday season showings of the famous film version are, generally speaking, around Thanksgiving on TBS and Christmas on TNT. Check your local provider for exact times and channels on your system. Keep checking back for updates.

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===''The Wiz'' holiday telecasts===
'''''The Wiz'' holiday telecasts.''' Channels have holiday time airings of the 1978 film adaptation of ''The Wiz'', starring Diana Ross as Dorothy, Michael Jackson as the Scarecrow, Lena Horne as Glinda, and Richard Pryor as the Wiz. Keep checking back for updates.

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===''If I Only Had Christmas'' television movie, The Hallmark Channel===
'''''If I Only Had Christmas'' television movie, The Hallmark Channel.''' A Hallmark Christmas romance movie, first shown in 2020 and based (extremely loosely) on ''The Wizard of Oz''! Candace Cameron Bure stars as Darcy Gale, a publicist who teams up with Huck, a cynical business owner played by Neil Webb, to help out a charity in need. It airs many times at Christmas, and occasionally at other times throughout the year (check your local television provider for exact time and channel on your system). For more details and a sneak peek behind the scenes, take a look at [https://www.etonline.com/candace-cameron-bure-stars-in-hallmark-channels-if-i-only-had-christmas-first-look-exclusive-154864 the news report on the ''Entertainment Tonight'' website]. And [https://celebratingthesoaps.com/hallmark/hallmark-channel-news-wizard-of-oz-reimagined-candace-cameron-bure-in-if-i-only-had-christmas/ here's another report with another preview]. Finally, [https://www.hallmarkchannel.com/if-i-only-had-christmas here's the movie's page on the channel's website].

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==To Be Determined==
===Wizard of Oz Days, Macon, Missouri===
'''Exact date to be announced: Wizard of Oz Days, Hannibal, Missouri.''' For complete details, see the event's Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/WizardofOzDays.

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==February 2, 2026: ''The Baum Bugle'' Winter 2025 Issue and ''Oziana'' 2025==
[[file:Bbwinter25.jpg|300 px|left]]The year's final issue of ''The Baum Bugle'' is back from the printers and off to members of the International Wizard of Oz Club. Look for more on this issue in the coming days. <br clear=all>

[[file:Oziana_2025.jpg|400 px|right]]Also available now is the 2025 issue of ''Oziana'', the Club's annual literary anthology. It is available for sale to anyone, even if they're not a member of the Club, through [https://www.lulu.com/shop/jl-bell-and-scott-b-blanke-and-nathan-m-dehoff-and-catherine-lombardi/oziana-2025/paperback/product-v8m6mke.html?page=1&pageSize=4 Lulu.com]. Look for more on this issue in the coming days as well. <br clear=all>

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==November 13, 2025: ''The Baum Bugle'' Autumn 2025 Issue==
[[file:Bbautumn25.jpg|right]] The latest issue of ''The Baum Bugle'', the journal of the International Wizard of oz Club, is making its way to members now. This issue celebrates forty years of ''Return to Oz'', and includes a comprehensive checklist of collectibles from the 1985 Disney movie.

In this issue:

* The wraparound front cover reproduces the art, by Josh Kirby, for a 1985 British ''Return to Oz'' jigsaw puzzle.
* The inside front cover has photos, taken by Tricia Trozzi, of the New York premiere of ''Return to Oz'' in June of 1985.
* In "Letters", Oz Club President and ''Bugle'' editor Sarah K. Crotzer discuss their encounters and memories of ''Return to Oz''.
* In "The ''Bugle'' Bulletin:
** The only known manuscript of "Over the Rainbow" is now in the Library of Congress.
** Documentarian Jeffrey McHale is taking his latest movie, ''It's Dorothy!'' around the film festival circuit.
** "Beyond the Shifting Sands" remembers recently passed Oz luminaries:
*** Robert A. Baum, Jr., the great-grandson of L. Frank Baum and a noted Oz scholar and historian in his own right.
*** Dr. Richard R. Rutter, a major collector and Winkie Convention attendee, who was especially known for his extravagant Oz costumes.
*** Drew Struzan, the celebrated movie poster artist whose works included ''Return to Oz''.
* Sarah K. Crotzer looks back at the life and career of the actress known in Oz circles as Princess Mombi from ''Return to Oz'' in "So…! The Many Heads of Jean Marsh".
* Tricia Trozzi looks back at what she was doing on June 21, 1985—attending the gala premiere of ''Return to Oz'' at Radio City Music Hall—in "Movie Memories".
* Original ''Return to Oz'' reviews are collected in "What the Papers Said: 1985 Edition, A Collection of Contemporaneous Media Opinions of ''Return to Oz''".
* Robert B. Luehrs contemplates one of L. Frank Baum's earlier characters in "The Pundit of Oz: Some Random Thoughts Concerning the Woggle-Bug".
* Sarah K. Crotzer updates previous ''Bugle'' checklists with "The Ultimate ''Return to Oz'' Merchandise Checklist", a full-color insert.
* Carl Rexroad continues on from an article in a previous issue with "The Editorial Cartoons of Oz, Part 2: Modern Times with ''The Wizard of Oz''".
* Jane Albright peeks behind the curtain of the latest iteration of ''The Wizard of Oz on Ice'' in "Melt the Witch, Not the Ice".
* Noted in "The Bugle Review":
** [https://cloverpress.us/collections/prose-books/products/oz-collection-kabumpo-in-oz ''Kabumpo in Oz'' by Ruth Plumly Thompson, newly illustrated by Sara Richard] and reviewed by Atticus Gannaway.
** [https://scriveningspress.com/book/a-hundred-magical-reasons/ ''A Hundred Magical Reasons'' by Laura DeNooyer], reviewed by J. L. Bell.
** [https://insighteditions.com/products/wicked-grimmerie-collectible-hardcover-journal ''Wicked: The Grimmerie Collectible Hardcover Journal''], reviewed by Atticus Gannaway.
** Three games in which Oz characters appear: [https://www.amazon.com/Lookout-Games-LK0101-Gingerbread-House/dp/B07JH62HXN ''Gingerbread House''], [https://horribleguild.com/eu/product/similo-fables/ ''Similo: Fables''], and [https://gamefound.com/en/projects/gabe-barrett/storybook-saga-solo-game-of-the-month ''Storybook Saga''], all reviewed by Sarah K. Crotzer.
* The inside back cover reprints a 1985 Japanese ad for ''Return to Oz'' merchandise from Nakajima Toys.

Also included with this issue is the card game Don't Wear Mombi's Head, a set of cards to color, cut out, and play with.

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==''Wicked'' and ''Wicked: For Good'' Accolades and Awards==
With high profile movie releases, naturally ''Wicked'' and ''Wicked: For Good'' will receive acclaim during the film award seasons. Here, then, we will keep track of awards presented to the ''Wicked'' movies and their cast and crew, plus nominations for awards to be given later. Keep an eye on this list or the Wikipedia pages for [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_accolades_received_by_Wicked_(2024_film) ''Wicked''] and [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wicked%3A_For_Good#Accolades ''Wicked: For Good''] as more news comes in.

The awards are presented here in the chronological order they were presented:
* September 27, 2024: International Cinematographers "Manaki Brothers" Film Festival, SUMOLIGHT Creative Energy Award: Alice Brooks (Cinematographer) and Dave Smith (Gaffer)
* November 18, 2024: Heartland Film Festival, Truly Moving Picture Award: ''Wicked''
* November 23, 2024: The International Film Festival of the Art of Cinematography Camerimage, Production Designer Award: Nathan Crowley
* December 4, 2024: National Board of Review
** Best Film: ''Wicked''
** Best Director: Jon M. Chu
** Spotlight Award: the creative collaboration of Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande
* December 5, 2024: American Film Institute Awards, Top 10 Films of the Year: ''Wicked'' (alongside nine other movies)
* December 8, 2024: Washington DC Area Film Critics Film Critics Association
** Best Feature: ''Wicked''
** Best Production Design: Nathan Crowley and Lee Sandales
* December 8, 2024: Astra Film and Creative Arts Awards
** Best Picture: ''Wicked''
** Best Actress: Cynthia Erivo
** Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande (tied with Zoe Saldaña for ''Emilia Pérez'')
** Best Director: Jon M. Chu
** Best Casting: Tiffany Little Canfield and Bernard Telsey
** Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
** Best Marketing Campaign: ''Wicked''
** Best Production Design: Nathan Crowley and Lee Sandales
* December 9, 2024: Celebration of Black Cinema and Television, Actress Award—Film: Cynthia Erivo
* December 9, 2024: Michigan Movie Critics Guild, Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande
* December 9, 2024: Atlanta Film Critics Circle, Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande
* December 9, 2024: San Diego Film Critics Society
** Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande
** Best Production Design: Nathan Crowley and Lee Sandales
** Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
* December 13, 2024: African-American Film Critics Association, Innovator Award: Paul Tazewell
* December 13, 2024: Las Vegas Film Critics Society
** Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
** Best Family Film: ''Wicked''
* December 15, 2024: St. Louis Film Critics Association, Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
* December 16, 2024: Phoenix Film Critics Society
** Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande
** Best Costume Design: ''Wicked''
* December 16, 2024: Seattle Film Critics Society, Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
* December 16, 2024: Iowa Film Critics Association, Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande (tied with Isabella Rossellini in ''Conclave'')
* December 16, 2024: Southeastern Film Critics Association, Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande
* December 21, 2024: Nevada Film Critics Society
** Best Actress: Cynthia Erivo
** Best Visual Effects: Pablo Helman
* December 28, 2024: Digital Spy Readers Awards, Most Anticipated Movie of 2025: ''Wicked: For Good''
* December 30, 2024: TiBS Editors Choice Awards:
** Best Actress: Cynthia Erivo
** Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande
** Best Director: Jon M. Chu
** Best Ensemble: ''Wicked''
* January 2, 2025: Capri Hollywood-International Film Festival Award, Best Sound: ''Wicked''
* January 2, 2025: Critics Association of Central Florida
** Best Cast: ''Wicked''
** Best Production Design: ''Wicked''
** Best Sound Design: ''Wicked''
* January 3, 2025: Palm Springs International Film Festival
** Creative Impact in Acting Award: Cynthia Erivo
** Rising Star Award: Ariana Grande
* January 3, 2025: Oklahoma Film Critics Circle, Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande
* January 4, 2025: DiscussingFilm Global Critic Award, Best Production Design: ''Wicked''
* January 5, 2025: Golden Globe Awards, Cinematic and Box Office Achievement: ''Wicked''
* January 10, 2025: Music City Film Critics Association, Best Music Film: ''Wicked''
* January 10, 2025: Minnesota Film Critics Association, Best Costume Design: ''Wicked''
* January 12, 2025: Puerto Rico Critics Association
** Best Comedy/Musical: ''Wicked''
** Best Production Design: ''Wicked''
** Best Costume Design: ''Wicked''
* January 13, 2025: North Dakota Film Society, Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
* January 13, 2025: Hawaii Film Critics Society
** Best Art Direction: ''Wicked''
** Best Costume Design: ''Wicked''
** Best Visual Effects: ''Wicked''
* January 14, 2025: Portland Critics Association, Best Supporting Performance (Female): Ariana Grande
* January 16, 2025: North American Film Critics Association, Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande
* January 24, 2025: Denver Film Critics Society, Best Supporting Performance by an Actor, Female: Ariana Grande
* January 26, 2025: Satellite Awards
** Best Supporting Actress—Motion Picture: Ariana Grande
** Best Production Design: ''Wicked''
** Best Costume Design: ''Wicked''
** Best Sound: ''Wicked''
** Make-Up Award: ''Wicked''
* January 27, 2025: Online Film Critics Society, Technical Achievement Award — Choreography: ''Wicked''
* February 6, 2025: Costume Designers Guild Awards, Excellence in Sci-Fi/Fantasy Film: Paul Tazewell
* February 7, 2025: Set Decorators Society of America, Best Achievement in Décor/Design of a Comedy or Musical Feature Film: Lee Sandales and Nathan Crowley
* February 7, 2025: Critics' Choice Movie Awards
** Best Director: Jon M. Chu
** Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
** Best Production Design: Nathan Crowley and Lee Sandales
* February 7, 2025: AACTA Awards, Audience Choice Award for Favourite Film: ''Wicked''
* February 9, 2025: Santa Barbara International Film Festival, Virtuoso Award: Ariana Grande
* February 9, 2025: AARP Movies for Grownups Awards, Best Screenwriter: Winnie Holzman
* February 12, 2025: Artios Awards, Outstanding Achievement in Casting – Big Budget Feature (Comedy): Bernard Telsey, Tiffany Little Canfield, Ryan Bernard Tymensky, Tamsyn Manson
* February 13, 2025: Dorian Awards
** Supporting Film Performance of the Year: Ariana Grande
** "We're Wilde About You" Rising Star Award: Jonathan Bailey
** Galeca LGBTQIA+ Film Trailblazer: Cynthia Erivo
* February 15, 2025: Art Directors Guild Awards, Excellence in Production Design for a Fantasy Film: Nathan Crowley
* February 15, 2025: Make-Up Artists and Hair Stylists Guild
** Best Period and/or Character Make-Up in a Feature-Length Motion Picture: Frances Hannon, Alice Jones, Nuria Mbornio, Johanna Nielsen, Branka Vorkapic
** Best Period and/or Character Hair Styling in a Feature-Length Motion Picture: Frances Hannon, Sarah Nuth, Sim Camps, Gabor Kerekes
* February 16, 2025: BAFTA Film Awards
** Best Production Design: ''Wicked''
** Best Costume Design: ''Wicked''
* February 17, 2025: Black Reel Awards
** Outstanding Soundtrack: ''Wicked''
** Outstanding Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
* February 17, 2025: Latino Entertainment Journalists Society
** Best Production Design: Nathan Crowley and Lee Sandales
** Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
* February 22, 2025: NAACP Image Awards
** Outstanding Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
** Outstanding Soundtrack/Compilation Album: ''Wicked: The Soundtrack''
* February 23, 2025: Online Film and Television Association
** Best Production Design: ''Wicked''
** Best Costume Design: ''Wicked''
** Best Adapted Song: "Defying Gravity"
* February 23, 2025: Golden Reel Awards, Outstanding Achievement in Music Editing–Feature Motion Picture: Catherine Wilson, Robin Baynton
* February 28, 2025: International Cinematographers Guild Publicists Awards, Maxwell Weinberg Award for Motion Picture Publicity Campaign: ''Wicked''
* March 2, 2025: Academy Awards
** Best Costume Design: ''Wicked''
** Best Production Design: ''Wicked''
* March 11, 2025: Queerties
** Drama Movie: ''Wicked''
** Film Performance: Jonathan Bailey
** Next Big Thing: ''Wicked: For Good''
* March 14, 2025: American Cinema Editors Awards, Best Edited Feature Film – Comedy or Musical: Myron Kerstein
* March 17, 2025: iHeartRadio Music Awards, Favorite Soundtrack: ''Wicked: The Soundtrack''
* April 22, 2025: Webby Awards, Variety and Reality, General Video and Film: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a7Inn_IA-MA&ab_channel=Variety ''Wicked'' Stars Ariana Grande & Cynthia Erivo Break Down Viral "Holding Space" Interview]
* June 9, 2025: The BET Awards, Best Actress: Cynthia Erivo
* June 21, 2025: Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards:
** Favorite Movie: ''Wicked''
** Favorite Movie Actress: Ariana Grande as Glinda
** Favorite Song from a Movie: "Defying Gravity"
* July 3, 2025: Astra Midseason Movie Awards, Most Anticipated Film: ''Wicked: For Good''
* August 5, 2025: Las Culturista Culture Awards, Harshest Truth About ''Wicked'': Phannee not realized, we don't get into his gay story (What was that like? Was it hard coming out or was Pfannee born wealthy? Prequel idea about this.)
* October 19, 2025: Middleburg Film Festival, Creative Collaborators Award: Alice Brooks (cinematographer) and Myron Kerstein (editor), ''Wicked: For Good''
* October 26, 2025: Savannah Film Festival, Vanguard Director Award: Jon M. Chu
* November 3, 2025: ''People'' Magazine's Sexiest Man Alive: Jonathan Bailey
* November 4, 2025: Media Access Awards, Christopher Reeve Acting Award: Marissa Bode
* November 19, 2025: Hollywood Music in Media Awards, Music Themed Film, Biopic, or Musical: ''Wicked: For Good'', Jon M. Chu
* December 3, 2025: National Board of Review: Top 10 Films (one of ten, but not Film of the Year)
* December 4, 2025: American Film Institute Awards: Top 10 Films (one of ten)
* December 9, 2025: African-American Film Critics Association, Top Ten Films of the Year: ''Wicked: For Good''
* December 11, 2025: Astra Film Awards, Best Visual Effects: ''Wicked: For Good'', Pablo Helman, Jonathan Fawkner, Anthony Smith, Dale Newton, and Paul Corbould
* December 15, 2025: San Diego Film Critics Society, Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell, ''Wicked: For Good''
* December 19, 2025: Las Vegas Film Critics Society, Top Ten Films of the Year: ''Wicked: For Good''
* December 28, 2025: Iowa Film Critics Association
** Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande
** Best Song, "The Girl in the Bubble"
* December 29, 2025: The King's New Year's Honours List: Cynthia Erivo is named a Member of the British Empire (MBE)
* January 9, 2026: Astra Film Awards, Best Supporting Actress—Comedy or Musical: Ariana Grande
* January 16, 2026: American Cinematheque Tribute to the Crafts Awards, Choreography: Christopher Scott
* February 1, 2026: London Film Critics' Circle, Derek Malcolm Award for Innovation: Cynthia Erivo
* February 1, 2026: The Grammy Awards, Best Pop Duo/Group Performance: Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande, "Defying Gravity"
* February 8, 2026: Santa Barbara International Film Festival, Kirk Douglas Award: Cynthia Erivo
* February 9, 2026: The Lumiere Awards, the Judy Garland Award: Jon M. Chu

''Wicked'' and ''Wicked: For Good'' have the following nominations for forthcoming awards:
* February 12, 2026: Costume Designers Guild Awards, Excellence in Sci-Fi/Fantasy Film: Paul Tazewell
* February 14, 2026: Make-Up Artists & Hair Stylists Guild
** Best Period and/or Character Make-Up: Frances Hannon, Alice Jones, Nuria Mbomio, and Sarah Nuth, ''Wicked: For Good''
** Best Period Hair Styling and/or Character Hair Styling: Frances Hannon, Sim Camps, Gabor Kerekes, and Laura Blount, ''Wicked: For Good''
** Best Special Make-Up Effects: Frances Hannon, Mark Coulier, Stephen Murphy, and Susie Redfern, ''Wicked: For Good''
* February 15, 2026: Online Film & Television Association
** Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande
** Best Original Song: "The Girl in the Bubble"; "No Place Like Home"
** Best Adapted Song: "As Long As You're Mine"; "For Good"; "No Good Deed"
** Best Production Design: Nathan Crowley and Lee Sandales
** Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
** Best Makeup and Hair: Frances Hannon, Mark Coulier, and Laura Blount
** Best Movie Trailer: ''Wicked: For Good''
* February 16, 2026: Black Reel Awards
** Outstanding Film: ''Wicked: For Good''
** Outstanding Lead Performance: Cynthia Erivo
** Outstanding Soundtrack: ''Wicked: For Good—The Soundtrack''
** Outstanding Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
** Outstanding Production Design: Nathan Crowley and Lee Sandales
* February 21, 2026: Set Decorators Society of America Awards, Best Achievement in Décor/Design of a Comedy or Musical Feature Film: Nathan Crowley and Lee Sandales
* February 25, 2026: Visual Effects Society Awards, Outstanding Model in a Photoreal or Animated Project: "Bison" – Marco Chau, Giorgio Pennisi, Sowmya Ramakumar, Balazs Meszaros
* February 26, 2026: Artios Awards, Feature Big Budget–Comedy: Bernard Telsey, Tiffany Little Canfield; Ryan Bernard Tymensky (Associate Casting Director); Tamsyn Manson (Location Casting Director)
* February 28, 2026: ADG Excellence in Production Design Awards, Excellence in Production Design for a Fantasy Film: Nathan Crowley
* February 28, 2026: NAACP Image Awards
** Outstanding Motion Picture: ''Wicked: For Good''
** Outstanding Actress in a Motion Picture: Cynthia Erivo
** Outstanding Ensemble Cast in a Motion Picture: Jonathan Bailey, Marissa Bode, Colman Domingo, Cynthia Erivo, Jeff Goldblum, Ariana Grande, Ethan Slater, Bowen Yang, Michelle Yeoh
** Outstanding Costume Design (Television or Motion Picture): Paul Tazewell
** Outstanding Soundtrack/Compilation Album: ''Wicked: For Good—The Soundtrack''
* February 28, 2026: The Brit Awards, Song of the Year: "Defying Gravity", Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande
* March 1, 2026: Actor Awards, Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Supporting Role: Ariana Grande
* March 3, 2026: Dorian Awards
** Supporting Film Performance of the Year: Ariana Grande
** Campiest Flick: ''Wicked: For Good''
** Wilde Artist Award: Cynthia Erivo
** Galeca LGBTQIA+ Film Trailblazer: Jonathan Bailey
* March 8, 2026: Satellite Awards
** Best Actress in a Motion Picture – Comedy or Musical: Cynthia Erivo
** Best Actress in a Supporting Role: Ariana Grande
** Best Original Song: "No Place Like Home", Stephen Schwartz; "The Girl in the Bubble", Stephen Schwartz
** Best Sound: Nancy Nugent Title, John Marquis, Andy Nelson, Simon Hayes, and Jack Dolman
** Best Production Design: Nathan Crowley and Lee Sandales
** Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
** Best Makeup and Hair: Frances Hannon, Mark Coulier, and Laura Blount
* March 8, 2026: The Saturn Awards
** Best Fantasy Film: ''Wicked: For Good''
** Best Actress in a Film: Cynthia Erivo, ''Wicked: For Good''
** Best Supporting Actor in a Film: Jeff Goldblum, ''Wicked: For Good''
** Best Supporting Actress in a Film: Ariana Grande, ''Wicked: For Good''
** Best Film Music: John Powell and Stephen Schwartz, ''Wicked: For Good''
** Best Film Production Design: Nathan Crowley and Lee Sandales, ''Wicked: For Good''
** Best Film Costume Design: Paul Tazewell, ''Wicked: For Good''
** Best Film Make-Up: Mark Coulier and Frances Hannon, ''Wicked: For Good''
** Best Film Visual/Special Effects: Pablo Helman and Dale Newton, ''Wicked: For Good''
** Best 4K Home Media Release: ''Wicked''
* March 26, 2026: iHeartRadio Music Awards
** Favorite Soundtrack: ''Wicked: For Good—The Soundtrack''
** Favorite On Screen: Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande

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==October 8, 2025: Robert A. Baum, 1942-2025==
[[file:Robert_A_Baum_Jr.webp|300 px|center]] Robert A. "Bob" Baum, great-grandson of L. Frank Baum and an important Oz scholar in his own right, passed away today at the age of 83. His generosity in sharing his family's collection and history has been a boon to Oz in many ways. Museums, documentaries, and Oz festivals and conventions have all been enhanced by Bob's donations. He was a consultant on the 1990 television movie ''The Dreamer of Oz'', a biopic of his great-grandfather, and even recreated Frank's home office on set using items from his own collection. He served the International Wizard of Oz Club as a director and contributor to ''The Baum Bugle'', as well as frequent convention guest. The [https://www.lulu.com/shop/bob-baum-and-don-abbott-and-rob-lauer-and-autumn-rose-frodelius/oziana-2022/paperback/product-pv4dmd.html?q=oziana+2022&page=1&pageSize=4 2022 issue of ''Oziana''], the Club's literary magazine, was a collection of Bob Baum's fanciful stories about his family history. He and his wife, Claire, would sometimes appear at events as L. Frank and Maud Baum to tell stories about their lives. For his many contributions, he was awarded the Oz Club's highest honor, named after his great-grandfather, in 2002.

(Information courtesy Jane Albright on Facebook. Photo courtesy [https://oz.fandom.com/wiki/Robert_A._Baum_Jr. The Oz Wiki].)

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==September 21, 2025: Elaine Merk Binder, 1930-2025==
Elaine Merk Binder, one of the last remaining actors who played a Munchkin in ''The Wizard of Oz'', passed away today at the age of 94. Born in Colorado, she appeared as an extra in several movies in the '30s, including an ''Our Gang'' short. She was one of a dozen young girls who filled in the ranks of background female Munchkins after Judy Garland's Dorothy arrives in Oz. But after 1940 she left show business, and went on to earn degrees in education and music. She appeared in the 2024 documentary series ''Memories of Oz'', reminiscing about making the movie.

(Information courtesy [https://variety.com/2025/film/news/elaine-merk-binder-dead-munchkin-wizard-of-oz-1236525749/ ''Variety''] and [https://www.imdb.com/name/nm5285756/ IMDB].)

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==August 8, 2025: ''The Baum Bugle'' Spring 2025==
[[file:Bbspring25.png|400 px|right]] The latest issue of ''The Baum Bugle'', the journal of the International Wizard of Oz Club, is now making its way to members. This issue celebrates the release of ''Wicked'' (Part 1).

In this issue:
* The front cover reprints the publicity shot of ''Wicked'' stars Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande recreating the original poster design for the ''Wicked'' stage show.
* The inside covers reprint Anton Loeb's endpaper design for the 1950 book adaptation of ''The Wizard of Oz''.
* The table of contents includes Mark Manley's ''Wicked'' tribute painting, "The Melting Occurred at the Thirteenth Hour".
* In "Letters", Oz Club President Ryan Bunch looks back at how the ''Bugle'' covered the path ''Wicked'' has taken from page to stage to screen, and ''Bugle'' editor Sarah K. Crotzer looks at how this issue's features came about.
* In "The Bugle Bulletin":
** The National Library Service (NLS) has [https://www.loc.gov/nls/new-materials/book-lists/wicked-and-the-wizard-of-oz/ a large collection of Oz materials] for the blind and print disabled.
** "Beyond the Shifting Sands" remembers recently passed Oz contributors Jean Marsh, Stephen J. Teller, Jack Van Camp, and Sally Roesch Wagner.
* Sarah K. Crotzer reacts to the ''Wicked'' film in "What Is This Feeling?"
* "What the Papers Said" looks at a number of reviews of ''Wicked'' from around the world.
* "Wicked Wares: Toys, Plushes, and Cinema Exclusives" by Jane Albright looks at a variety of ''Wicked'' movie collectibles.
* David Diket looks at the history and evolution of Wicked Witch of the West dolls in "My Beautiful Wickedness" and "David's Timeline of Beautifully Wicked Dolls".
* Karyl Carlson looks back at how she started creating [https://karylsozdolls.com/ custom Oz dolls] in "The Dollmaker of Oz".
* It's been twenty-five years since the last installment, but Carl Rexroad continues his look at political cartoons themed around ''The Wizard of Oz'' in "The Editorial Cartoons of Oz, Part 1: 125 Years Later, ''The Wizard of Oz'' Still Drives Political Debate".
* William STillman looks at the history of one of the bestselling Oz adaptations in "75 Years of Anton Loeb's ''The Wizard of Oz''".
* In "Oz in the Arts", Robert Lamont reviews [https://wizmusical.com/ the recent Broadway revival of ''The Wiz''] (now on tour).
* In "The Bugle Review":
** [https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0063377012/thewonderwizardo/ ''Elphie: A Wicked Childhood'' by Gregory Maguire], reviewed by Alan Wise.
** [https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B0DNKY21JB/thewonderwizardo/ The blu-ray release of ''Wicked''], reviewed by Sarah K. Crotzer.
** [https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/publisher/21442/double-critical-llc ''Adventules in Oz: Campaign Setting'' and ''Beasts & Beings'' role-playing campaign books], reviewed by Sarah K. Crotzer.
** [https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B0CSYB4B12/thewonderwizardo/ ''Wicked: The Game'' by Spin Master], reviewed by Sarah K. Crotzer.
* Michael Gessel remembers a recently deceased long-time Oz fan in "The Lifelong Scholar: Stephen J. Teller's Journey from Kansas to Oz".
* The back cover shows the Tonner Doll versions of Glinda and the Wicked Witch of the West.

Also included with this issue:
* This issue's Oz craft is a miniature version of the Emerald City Express train from the ''Wicked'' movie.
* And in the final (for now?) issue of ''The Emerald City Gazette'', the newspaper for younger Oz fans (of all ages), Bungle and Toto stroll through the Emerald Palace to ensure that those pesky nomes are finally gone for good.

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==July 19, 2025: Crotzer Wins L. Frank Baum Memorial Award==
This evening, Sarah K. Crotzer was presented the L. Frank Bam Memorial Award for her contributions to Oz. She has been a tireless Oz researcher and writer, with a special interest in the history of Oz games. She is also the current editor of ''The Baum Bugle'', the journal of the International Wizard of Oz Club, and recently became the longest-serving editor in Club history.

Also presented tonight were the Club's annual prizes for writing and art. This year's winners are:
* The Fred Otto Prize for Fiction:
** First place, Jesse Jury for "Four Friends of Oz"
** Second place, J. L. Bell for "Who's Got the Button?"
* The C. Warren Hollister Prize for Non-Fiction:
** First place, Rachel Graham for "An Essential Quickening: John R. Neill and the Art of Oz"
** Second place, Cynthia Ragni for "Project Ozma"
* The Rob Roy MacVeigh Prize for Art:
** First place, Jime Wimmer for "Dorothy and the Cyclone"
** Second place, Rob Lauer for "Ruth and Her Friends in Oz"

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==June 21, 2025: The Winkie Award==
Tonight, OzCon International gave its highest honor, the Winkie Award, to Sam Milazzo. The award recognizes all of the contributions Sam has made to the convention over the past few years, with presentations, panels, and generally helping out.

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==May 6, 2025: ''The Baum Bugle'' Winter 2024==
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It may be slipping back in the calendar a bit, but the latest issue of ''The Baum Bugle'', the journal of the International Wizard of Oz Club, is making its way to members' mailboxes now.

In this issue:
* All four covers celebrate the fiftieth anniversary of ''The Wiz'':
** The front cover features Stephanie Mills and Hinton Battle in [https://digitalcollections.nypl.org/items/0599e600-5cf5-0130-4cf7-58d385a7b928 a 1974 publicity shot for the musical].
** The inside front cover shows several costumes from the play on exhibit at [https://www.si.edu/museums/african-american-museum the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture].
** The inside back cover features production art for the play by Tom John.
** The back cover reproduces a new work, [https://artsofimagination.org/the-wiz-at-50/ ''The Journey from Home: Revisiting ''The Wiz'' at 50''], also by Tom John.
* In "Letters", Oz Club President Ryan Bunch reflects on fifty years of ''The Wiz'' and invites members to [the 2025 edition of the Club's annual convention in Aberdeen, South Dakota], while ''Bugle'' editor Sarah K. Crotzer also looks back at ''The Wiz'', as well as other anniversaries celebrated in this issue.
* News items highlighted in "The Bugle Bulletin":
** ''Wicked'' wins two Academy Awards, with [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KZtKj5-xE1I&ab_channel=Oscars Paul Tazewell becoming the first Black man to win the Oscar for Best Costume Design].
** The latest auction of a pair of Ruby Slippers shatters all records for the price paid for any kind of movie memorabilia.
** Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande team up to [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eedVl_LGwE4&ab_channel=PhVolleyball open the Oscars telecast with a medley of music from Oz movies].
** Recently passed Oz contributors remembered in "Beyond the Shifting Sands":
*** [https://www.abebooks.com/servlet/SearchResults?an=Baum&cm_sp=SearchF-_-home-_-Results&kn=Greg%20Hildebrandt&ref_=search_f_hp&sts=t&tn=The%20Wizard%20of%20Oz Greg Hildebrandt] and [https://www.abebooks.com/servlet/SearchResults?an=Baum&cm_sp=SearchF-_-home-_-Results&kn=Graham%20Rawle&ref_=search_f_hp&sts=t&tn=The%20Wizard%20of%20Oz Graham Rawle], both of whom illustrated ''The Wizard of Oz''.
*** Legendary composer and arranger Quincy Jones, who was an instrumental part of how ''The Wiz'' sounded in movie theaters.
* "Awards and Honors" announces Oz Club President Ryan Bunch as the recipient of the L. Frank Baum Memorial Award, the Club's highest honor, for 2024.
* "They Call My Name: An Interview with George Faison" looks at the life and career of the choreographer. His credits include the original Broadway production of ''The Wiz''.
* "The ''Wiz'' That Wasn't" by Sarah K. Crotzer digs into the casting process for the original company of ''The Wiz'' and reveals who else tried out, or was at least considered, for the major rolls. (There are some definite surprises!)
* "The ''Wiz'' That Was" by Sarah K. Crotzer looks at ''The Wiz'' costumes held by the National Museum of African American History and Culture.
* Crotzer also considers Grampa's game leg and the game you play with it in "A Few Inessential Thoughts About the Game of Scrum".
* "Coming and Going" looks at a few short thoughts about ''Grampa in Oz''.
* "Oz Under Scrutiny", once again compiled by Scott Cummings, looks at what the press of 1924 thought of ''Grampa in Oz''.
* In part two of the interview "Journey to the ''Annotated Wizard'' with Michael Patrick Hearn", the author of ''The Annotated Wizard of Oz'' recounts the aftermath of the book's original 1973 publication.
* L. Frank Baum's great-granddaughter, Gita Dorothy Morena, solves the mystery of a Baum family treasure in "A Letter to Oz Enthusiasts from a Forgotten Baum Illustration".
* "Guaranteed For a Thousand Years", a wrap-up of recent Oz events, reports on the 2024 editions of OzCon International and Oz, The National Convention.
* New products presented in "The Bugle Review":
** [https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B0DVQSJLLX/thewonderwizardo/ ''After Oz'' by Gordon McAlpine], reviewed by Mike Penick
** [https://hungrytigerpress.store/product/all-wound-up-the-making-of-the-tik-tok-man-of-oz/ ''All Wound Up: The Making of ''The Tik-Tok Man of Oz by Eric Shanower], [https://hungrytigerpress.store/product/the-tik-tok-man-of-oz-performance-script/ ''The Tik-Tok Man of Oz Performance Script'' by L. Frank Baum], and [https://hungrytigerpress.store/product/the-tik-tok-man-of-oz-piano-vocal-score/ ''The Tik-Tok Man of Oz Piano-Vocal Score'' by Louis F. Gottschalk and L. Frank Baum], reviewed by Atticus Gannaway.
** [https://joetunes.ca/ ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', ''The Marvelous Land of Oz'', and ''Ozma of Oz'' complete audio books by the Toronto Civic Light Opera Company], reviewed by Sarah K. Crotzer.
** [https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B0CST87Z4J/thewonderwizardo/ The ''Wicked'' edition of ''Monopoly''], reviewed by Sarah K. Crotzer.
** A quartet of ''Wicked'' tie-in books ([https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0593896866/thewonderwizardo/ ''I Am Elphaba''], [https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0593896882/thewonderwizardo/ ''I Am Glinda''], [https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B0CZJQXCQY/thewonderwizardo/ ''Defying Gravity: The Illustrated Lyrics''] and a replica of [https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B0CZJRSY9M/thewonderwizardo/ ''The Story of Oz & the Wonderful Wizard'']), reviewed by Atticus Gannaway.
* "Adventures in Oz" sees Brady Schwind interviewing Tom John, the original scenic designer for ''The Wiz''.

Also included with this issue:
* A registration form for [https://www.ozclub.org/oz-in-aberdeen-a-convention-to-remember/ the 2025 editino of Oz, the National Convention] in Aberdeen, South Dakota.
* A flyer for one of the Club's latest publications, [https://www.ozclub.org/product/bibliographia-baumiana/ ''Bibliographia Baumiana''].
* This issue's craft is a melting Evillene, based on the original Broadway run of ''The Wiz''.
* And in the latest issue of ''The Oz Gazette'', the newsletter for younger Oz fans (of all ages):
** Editor-in-Chief Katie Jones, with assistance from the Head of Security the Gump, updates readers on the hunt for Nomes and the Glass Cat.
** The Scarecrow's book column looks at other books puplished in 1924, like ''Grampa in Oz''.
** Based off of the article speculating what scrum might be like in ''The Baum Bugle'', the Patchwork Girl presents the board, pieces, and rules for Camette, a simplified (for space reasons) version of the game Camelot.
** Finally, a little bit of verse from…the Glass Cat?

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==May 5, 2025: Mattydale, New York, to Honor L. Frank Baum==
Mattydale, New York, will honor native son L. Frank Baum and his greatest work, ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', on May 17. Mattydale was the site of Baum's childhood home, Roselawn, and the city will commemorate Baum's birth and the 125th anniversary of the publication of the first Oz book with a historical marker at the site. The marker will be at 2601 Brewerton Road, which will soon be the site of a community center.A reception will be held from 1:00 to 5:00 pm at the Kreuger Funeral Home.

(Information courtesy [https://cnycentral.com/news/local/mattydale-celebrates-125-years-of-the-wonderful-wizard-of-oz-with-historical-marker CNYCentral].)

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==April 13, 2025: Jean Marsh, 1934-2025==
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Jean Marsh, OBE, the lauded British actor, passed away today from complications of dementia. She was 90. Born July 1, 1934 in Stoke Newington, London, she studied dance, singing, and acting before beginning her professional career in the 1950s. Among her movies were ''Cleopatra'', ''Jane Eyre'' (1972), ''Frenzy'', ''The Eagle Has Landed'', and ''Willow''. She was probably best known for her television work, however, in shows in both the United States and the United Kingdom, including appearances in ''The Twilight Zone'', ''The Saint'', ''Doctor Who'', ''I Spy'', ''Adam Adamant Lives!'', ''UFO'', ''The Waltons'', ''Hawaii Five-O'', the ''9 to 5'' series, ''The Love Boat'', ''Murder, She Wrote'', and the 1990s revival of ''The Tomorrow People''. But she is best known for co-creating, with Eileen Atkins, the period drama ''Upstairs, Downstairs'', about the servants in a great house. Marsh also starred in the show as maid Rose Buck, for which she won an Emmy Award in 1975 as well as other awards. When the BBC revived the show in 2010, Marsh was the only actor to return. Marsh and Atkins also created the series ''House of Elliott'' in 1991, which she did not appear in. For her services to drama, Marsh was made a member of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire by Queen Elizabeth II in 2012. For Oz fans, however, as well as many movie-going kids in the 1980s, she will always be known for her dual role as Nurse Wilson and Princess Mombi in the 1985 Disney film ''Return to Oz''.

(Information courtesy [https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c045dk29xqqo the BBC] and [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jean_Marsh Wikipedia].)

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==March 18, 2025: Saliterman, Ruby Slipper Thief, Dies==
Charges against Jerry Hal Saliterman, who had pled guilty to playing a part in the 2005 theft of the Ruby Slippers from the Judy Garland Museum, have been dismissed when prosecutors informed the court that he had died the day before. Saliterman's defense attorney, John Brink, confirmed the passing. The 77-year-old Saliterman had been hospitalized with lung disease and other ailments, and his most recent court appearance, in January, had been a remote feed from his hospital room. At that time, he changed his initial plea to guilty of charges of theft of a major artwork and witness tampering.

(Information courtesy [https://apnews.com/article/stolen-ruby-slippers-wizard-of-oz-death-b82e6ed5049d2f11cf9a38b38e5eb463 The Associated Press].)

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==Rumor Control==
(Because of the many questions I am asked about possible forthcoming Oz projects or other bits of pseudo-news, I have added this section to answer some of these inquiries.)

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Three horror-themed takes on Oz are currently in the works:
* It looks like [https://bloody-disgusting.com/exclusives/3919064/return-to-oz-with-gale-yellow-brick-road-poster-by-creepy-duck-design-exclusive/ ''Gale: Yellow Brick Road''], about Dorothy's granddaughter Emily being drawn into a nightmare version of Oz, will get a limited release in February 2026.
* ''Dorothy: The Haunting of Oz'' is in post-production and looking for a 2026 release.
* ''Wicked of Oz'' was announced for a release right before ''Wicked: For Good'', but was quietly withdrawn and is now awaiting another possible release.
If any of these go into general release, they'll appear on this website's events page.

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''Dorothy'' is in development for Prime Video, with executive producers Gwen Stefani, Blake Shelton, and Gina Matthews. You can see the initial report on this [https://deadline.com/2025/08/gwen-stefani-blake-shelton-wizard-of-oz-prime-video-1236497977/ right here].

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The latest Oz projects to be announced in Hollywood: ''Cheshire Crossing'', the graphic novel by Andy Weir and Sarah Anderson, optioned by Amblin Partners (see [https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/heat-vision/amblin-michael-de-luca-tackling-martian-author-s-fantasy-graphic-novel-cheshire-crossing-1255011 this report]); and an animated musical adaptation of the book ''Toto: The Dog-Gone Amazing Story of the Wizard of Oz'', where the story is told from Toto's point of view, to be produced at Warner Bros. (see [https://deadline.com/2020/10/toto-the-dog-gone-amazing-story-of-the-wizard-of-oz-animated-pic-in-the-works-at-warner-bros-1234596757/ this source]).

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Okay, yes, word has leaked out that Warner Bros. tried to talk Robert Zemeckis into directing a remake of ''The Wizard of Oz'', using the same screenplay as the famous 1939 Judy Garland version. Zemeckis already rejected the idea. This probably puts the idea on the back burner for a while, and based on the ''extreme'' negative reaction the idea got, I suspect it will stay there. Rumors of this have surfaced again, but appear to be the result of someone finding the old story and running it again.

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It's getting harder and harder to keep up with all of the currently planned Oz movie and television projects. Bear in mind that at this stage, most of it is speculation and/or not even in pre-production, or possibly even a game of "Telephone". But here are some of the current Oz movies that could be coming to your local theater in the next few years:

*''The Road to Oz'', a movie biopic about the life of L. Frank Baum and how he created Oz, starring Eddie Redmayne as Frank. (See reports [http://www.theguardian.com/film/2015/aug/06/eddie-redmayne-wizard-of-oz-author-l-frank-baum here] and [http://www.joblo.com/movie-news/eddie-redmayne-to-play-author-l-frank-baum-in-biopic-road-to-oz-268 here].)
*''Dark Oz 3-D'', based on the old Caliber comic book.
*A non-musical, faithful adaptation of ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'' from New Line and [http://www.templehillent.com/ Temple Hill].
*''The Oz Wars'', which would have the witches fighting for control of the Emerald City while the Wizard leads the resistance.
*John Boorman's [http://www.actionsynthese.com/index2.php?language=en animated adaptation of ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz''] seems to be on track for release — in France. Once it's released, an English-language release will likely come out soon afterwards. (However, in a [http://www.filmireland.net/2011/03/16/interview-with-john-boorman/ recent interview], Boorman admitted that the project has stalled due to lack of funding.)
*''Oz: Return to the Emerald City'' was one of two possible competing projects at Warner Bros. This original sequel may now be shopped around to other studios, or turned into a novel.
*[http://www.independentstoriesinc.com/WonderfulWizard.htm ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz''], a low-budget independent production from Barnyard Studios and Used Productions. This is very much a shoestring production, which is looking for money and actors. But its Kickstarter campaign to raise the last money it needed was a success, so it may be finished soon.
*[http://valleywind.com/legendofoz/ ''Legend of Oz''], a modern retelling of ''The Wizard of Oz'' from Valley Wind Productions in Ottawa.
*[http://www.heyuguys.co.uk/2010/06/16/are-the-polish-brothers-planning-their-own-trip-to-oz/ ''Oz''], a new telling of ''The Wizard of Oz''.
*A still unnamed horror movie set in the 1920s with Dorothy meeting Alice in Bedlam Asylum.
*[http://www.screendaily.com/festivals/berlin/european-film-market/mcnamara-to-direct-young-santa/5066468.article ''Young Santa'']., based on L. Frank Baum's book ''The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus'' and directed by Sean McNamara.
*''How the Wizard Came to Oz'', based on two books by Donald Abbott.
*Not entirely Oz, strictly speaking, but the Judy Garland biography ''Get Happy'' may be made into a movie, featuring Anne Hathaway as Garland.

And it's not limited to movies any more. In development for television:

*[http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/heat-vision/warner-horizon-turn-oz-fantasy-420517 ''Red Brick Road''], a television series continuation of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in the style of ''Game of Thrones''. The latest word is that this is being developed for the Lifetime channel.
*[http://www.deadline.com/2013/08/cbs-developing-wizard-of-oz-themed-medical-drama-from-timbermanbeverly/ ''Dorothy''], an Oz-themed medical drama in development at CBS
*[http://www.cinemablend.com/television/Tim-Kring-Developing-Wizard-Oz-Drama-Dorothy-Must-Die-CW-58899.html ''Dorothy Must Die''], in which Dorothy has returned to Oz and become a dictator, in development at the CW. This would be based on the book series of the same name.
*''Warriors of Oz'', a post-apocalyptic version in development at Syfy.
* A ''Wicked'' television miniseries, based on the original book (not the stage musical). Salma Hayak was attached to this as a producer. When last heard of, it was under development at ABC.

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No, Peter Jackson is ''not'' producing or directing a billion-dollar all-CGI remake of ''The Wizard of Oz'' for Warner Bros. How do stories like this get started? Oh, maybe in [http://www.aintitcool.com/node/31184 stories like this]...

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In recent years, there have been proposals for other Oz or related projects, none of which now appear that they will get off the ground. Among them:

*''Lost in Oz'', a series that was to feature Melissa George as a Kansas university student who is whisked to Oz sixty years after the events of ''The Wizard of Oz'' (The Movie) and helping to spearhead a rebellion against the new Wicked Witch of the West. Although developed for the WB and a pilot film produced, it was never picked up, nor the pilot shown. (But keep an eye out on auction sites, as a bootleg DVD sometimes shows up…)
*A television miniseries based on Gregory Maguire's novel ''Wicked'', with Demi Moore in the title role. (There are stories that the people developing this version later pushed their involvement into the musical version now playing on Broadway and elsewhere.)
*''The O. Z.'', a hip-hop flavored re-telling of ''The Wizard of Oz'' for Fox. Among the rumored Dorothy's at one point were Brandy, Mya, and the late Aaliyah. Justin Timberlake, John Leuizamo, and Little Richard were mentioned for other parts.
*''Surrender Dorothy''. Drew Barrymore as Dorothy's great-granddaughter coming to Oz, and battling the Wicked Witch of the West's granddaughter. (Rumors of this recently resurfaced, but were quickly squelched. This project is dead.)
*''Somewhere'' starring Elizabeth Taylor as Dorothy, now a grandmother, returning to Oz. The deaths of both Taylor and developer Rod Steiger means this is unlikely to ever happen.
*''Pamela West'', where the Wicked Witch is the innocent victim and Dorothy (with Toto as a pit bull) is the evil interloper.
*''The Land of Oz'' (not based on the book of the same name), produced by Hallmark for NBC. This eventually became the basis for the Sci Fi Channel miniseries ''Tin Man''.
*''The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus'' from Circa Pictures. It's no longer listed on their website.
*''The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus'' from Hyde Park Entertainment and Toonz Entertainment.
*A Bollywood adaptation of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in India.
*A movie version of American McGee's (later cancelled) ''Oz'' video game.
*Geoff Ryman's ''Was''.

If progress is made on any of these projects, such as actually going into production or a release date announced, the news will be posted as quickly as possible on this page. But at this stage, any of these going into production is very unlikely. (However, ''Tin Man'' was part of this list for some time before its eventual completion and broadcast on the Sci-Fi Channel.)

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==February 2, 2026: ''The Baum Bugle'' Winter 2025 Issue and ''Oziana'' 2025==
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[[file:Oziana_2025.jpg|400 px|right]]Also available now is the 2025 issue of ''Oziana'', the Club's annual literary anthology. It is available for sale to anyone, even if they're not a member of the Club, through [https://www.lulu.com/shop/jl-bell-and-scott-b-blanke-and-nathan-m-dehoff-and-catherine-lombardi/oziana-2025/paperback/product-v8m6mke.html?page=1&pageSize=4 Lulu.com]. Look for more on this issue in the coming days as well. <br clear=all>

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==November 13, 2025: ''The Baum Bugle'' Autumn 2025 Issue==
[[file:Bbautumn25.jpg|right]] The latest issue of ''The Baum Bugle'', the journal of the International Wizard of oz Club, is making its way to members now. This issue celebrates forty years of ''Return to Oz'', and includes a comprehensive checklist of collectibles from the 1985 Disney movie.

In this issue:

* The wraparound front cover reproduces the art, by Josh Kirby, for a 1985 British ''Return to Oz'' jigsaw puzzle.
* The inside front cover has photos, taken by Tricia Trozzi, of the New York premiere of ''Return to Oz'' in June of 1985.
* In "Letters", Oz Club President and ''Bugle'' editor Sarah K. Crotzer discuss their encounters and memories of ''Return to Oz''.
* In "The ''Bugle'' Bulletin:
** The only known manuscript of "Over the Rainbow" is now in the Library of Congress.
** Documentarian Jeffrey McHale is taking his latest movie, ''It's Dorothy!'' around the film festival circuit.
** "Beyond the Shifting Sands" remembers recently passed Oz luminaries:
*** Robert A. Baum, Jr., the great-grandson of L. Frank Baum and a noted Oz scholar and historian in his own right.
*** Dr. Richard R. Rutter, a major collector and Winkie Convention attendee, who was especially known for his extravagant Oz costumes.
*** Drew Struzan, the celebrated movie poster artist whose works included ''Return to Oz''.
* Sarah K. Crotzer looks back at the life and career of the actress known in Oz circles as Princess Mombi from ''Return to Oz'' in "So…! The Many Heads of Jean Marsh".
* Tricia Trozzi looks back at what she was doing on June 21, 1985—attending the gala premiere of ''Return to Oz'' at Radio City Music Hall—in "Movie Memories".
* Original ''Return to Oz'' reviews are collected in "What the Papers Said: 1985 Edition, A Collection of Contemporaneous Media Opinions of ''Return to Oz''".
* Robert B. Luehrs contemplates one of L. Frank Baum's earlier characters in "The Pundit of Oz: Some Random Thoughts Concerning the Woggle-Bug".
* Sarah K. Crotzer updates previous ''Bugle'' checklists with "The Ultimate ''Return to Oz'' Merchandise Checklist", a full-color insert.
* Carl Rexroad continues on from an article in a previous issue with "The Editorial Cartoons of Oz, Part 2: Modern Times with ''The Wizard of Oz''".
* Jane Albright peeks behind the curtain of the latest iteration of ''The Wizard of Oz on Ice'' in "Melt the Witch, Not the Ice".
* Noted in "The Bugle Review":
** [https://cloverpress.us/collections/prose-books/products/oz-collection-kabumpo-in-oz ''Kabumpo in Oz'' by Ruth Plumly Thompson, newly illustrated by Sara Richard] and reviewed by Atticus Gannaway.
** [https://scriveningspress.com/book/a-hundred-magical-reasons/ ''A Hundred Magical Reasons'' by Laura DeNooyer], reviewed by J. L. Bell.
** [https://insighteditions.com/products/wicked-grimmerie-collectible-hardcover-journal ''Wicked: The Grimmerie Collectible Hardcover Journal''], reviewed by Atticus Gannaway.
** Three games in which Oz characters appear: [https://www.amazon.com/Lookout-Games-LK0101-Gingerbread-House/dp/B07JH62HXN ''Gingerbread House''], [https://horribleguild.com/eu/product/similo-fables/ ''Similo: Fables''], and [https://gamefound.com/en/projects/gabe-barrett/storybook-saga-solo-game-of-the-month ''Storybook Saga''], all reviewed by Sarah K. Crotzer.
* The inside back cover reprints a 1985 Japanese ad for ''Return to Oz'' merchandise from Nakajima Toys.

Also included with this issue is the card game Don't Wear Mombi's Head, a set of cards to color, cut out, and play with.

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==''Wicked'' and ''Wicked: For Good'' Accolades and Awards==
With high profile movie releases, naturally ''Wicked'' and ''Wicked: For Good'' will receive acclaim during the film award seasons. Here, then, we will keep track of awards presented to the ''Wicked'' movies and their cast and crew, plus nominations for awards to be given later. Keep an eye on this list or the Wikipedia pages for [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_accolades_received_by_Wicked_(2024_film) ''Wicked''] and [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wicked%3A_For_Good#Accolades ''Wicked: For Good''] as more news comes in.

The awards are presented here in the chronological order they were presented:
* September 27, 2024: International Cinematographers "Manaki Brothers" Film Festival, SUMOLIGHT Creative Energy Award: Alice Brooks (Cinematographer) and Dave Smith (Gaffer)
* November 18, 2024: Heartland Film Festival, Truly Moving Picture Award: ''Wicked''
* November 23, 2024: The International Film Festival of the Art of Cinematography Camerimage, Production Designer Award: Nathan Crowley
* December 4, 2024: National Board of Review
** Best Film: ''Wicked''
** Best Director: Jon M. Chu
** Spotlight Award: the creative collaboration of Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande
* December 5, 2024: American Film Institute Awards, Top 10 Films of the Year: ''Wicked'' (alongside nine other movies)
* December 8, 2024: Washington DC Area Film Critics Film Critics Association
** Best Feature: ''Wicked''
** Best Production Design: Nathan Crowley and Lee Sandales
* December 8, 2024: Astra Film and Creative Arts Awards
** Best Picture: ''Wicked''
** Best Actress: Cynthia Erivo
** Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande (tied with Zoe Saldaña for ''Emilia Pérez'')
** Best Director: Jon M. Chu
** Best Casting: Tiffany Little Canfield and Bernard Telsey
** Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
** Best Marketing Campaign: ''Wicked''
** Best Production Design: Nathan Crowley and Lee Sandales
* December 9, 2024: Celebration of Black Cinema and Television, Actress Award—Film: Cynthia Erivo
* December 9, 2024: Michigan Movie Critics Guild, Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande
* December 9, 2024: Atlanta Film Critics Circle, Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande
* December 9, 2024: San Diego Film Critics Society
** Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande
** Best Production Design: Nathan Crowley and Lee Sandales
** Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
* December 13, 2024: African-American Film Critics Association, Innovator Award: Paul Tazewell
* December 13, 2024: Las Vegas Film Critics Society
** Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
** Best Family Film: ''Wicked''
* December 15, 2024: St. Louis Film Critics Association, Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
* December 16, 2024: Phoenix Film Critics Society
** Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande
** Best Costume Design: ''Wicked''
* December 16, 2024: Seattle Film Critics Society, Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
* December 16, 2024: Iowa Film Critics Association, Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande (tied with Isabella Rossellini in ''Conclave'')
* December 16, 2024: Southeastern Film Critics Association, Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande
* December 21, 2024: Nevada Film Critics Society
** Best Actress: Cynthia Erivo
** Best Visual Effects: Pablo Helman
* December 28, 2024: Digital Spy Readers Awards, Most Anticipated Movie of 2025: ''Wicked: For Good''
* December 30, 2024: TiBS Editors Choice Awards:
** Best Actress: Cynthia Erivo
** Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande
** Best Director: Jon M. Chu
** Best Ensemble: ''Wicked''
* January 2, 2025: Capri Hollywood-International Film Festival Award, Best Sound: ''Wicked''
* January 2, 2025: Critics Association of Central Florida
** Best Cast: ''Wicked''
** Best Production Design: ''Wicked''
** Best Sound Design: ''Wicked''
* January 3, 2025: Palm Springs International Film Festival
** Creative Impact in Acting Award: Cynthia Erivo
** Rising Star Award: Ariana Grande
* January 3, 2025: Oklahoma Film Critics Circle, Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande
* January 4, 2025: DiscussingFilm Global Critic Award, Best Production Design: ''Wicked''
* January 5, 2025: Golden Globe Awards, Cinematic and Box Office Achievement: ''Wicked''
* January 10, 2025: Music City Film Critics Association, Best Music Film: ''Wicked''
* January 10, 2025: Minnesota Film Critics Association, Best Costume Design: ''Wicked''
* January 12, 2025: Puerto Rico Critics Association
** Best Comedy/Musical: ''Wicked''
** Best Production Design: ''Wicked''
** Best Costume Design: ''Wicked''
* January 13, 2025: North Dakota Film Society, Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
* January 13, 2025: Hawaii Film Critics Society
** Best Art Direction: ''Wicked''
** Best Costume Design: ''Wicked''
** Best Visual Effects: ''Wicked''
* January 14, 2025: Portland Critics Association, Best Supporting Performance (Female): Ariana Grande
* January 16, 2025: North American Film Critics Association, Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande
* January 24, 2025: Denver Film Critics Society, Best Supporting Performance by an Actor, Female: Ariana Grande
* January 26, 2025: Satellite Awards
** Best Supporting Actress—Motion Picture: Ariana Grande
** Best Production Design: ''Wicked''
** Best Costume Design: ''Wicked''
** Best Sound: ''Wicked''
** Make-Up Award: ''Wicked''
* January 27, 2025: Online Film Critics Society, Technical Achievement Award — Choreography: ''Wicked''
* February 6, 2025: Costume Designers Guild Awards, Excellence in Sci-Fi/Fantasy Film: Paul Tazewell
* February 7, 2025: Set Decorators Society of America, Best Achievement in Décor/Design of a Comedy or Musical Feature Film: Lee Sandales and Nathan Crowley
* February 7, 2025: Critics' Choice Movie Awards
** Best Director: Jon M. Chu
** Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
** Best Production Design: Nathan Crowley and Lee Sandales
* February 7, 2025: AACTA Awards, Audience Choice Award for Favourite Film: ''Wicked''
* February 9, 2025: Santa Barbara International Film Festival, Virtuoso Award: Ariana Grande
* February 9, 2025: AARP Movies for Grownups Awards, Best Screenwriter: Winnie Holzman
* February 12, 2025: Artios Awards, Outstanding Achievement in Casting – Big Budget Feature (Comedy): Bernard Telsey, Tiffany Little Canfield, Ryan Bernard Tymensky, Tamsyn Manson
* February 13, 2025: Dorian Awards
** Supporting Film Performance of the Year: Ariana Grande
** "We're Wilde About You" Rising Star Award: Jonathan Bailey
** Galeca LGBTQIA+ Film Trailblazer: Cynthia Erivo
* February 15, 2025: Art Directors Guild Awards, Excellence in Production Design for a Fantasy Film: Nathan Crowley
* February 15, 2025: Make-Up Artists and Hair Stylists Guild
** Best Period and/or Character Make-Up in a Feature-Length Motion Picture: Frances Hannon, Alice Jones, Nuria Mbornio, Johanna Nielsen, Branka Vorkapic
** Best Period and/or Character Hair Styling in a Feature-Length Motion Picture: Frances Hannon, Sarah Nuth, Sim Camps, Gabor Kerekes
* February 16, 2025: BAFTA Film Awards
** Best Production Design: ''Wicked''
** Best Costume Design: ''Wicked''
* February 17, 2025: Black Reel Awards
** Outstanding Soundtrack: ''Wicked''
** Outstanding Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
* February 17, 2025: Latino Entertainment Journalists Society
** Best Production Design: Nathan Crowley and Lee Sandales
** Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
* February 22, 2025: NAACP Image Awards
** Outstanding Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
** Outstanding Soundtrack/Compilation Album: ''Wicked: The Soundtrack''
* February 23, 2025: Online Film and Television Association
** Best Production Design: ''Wicked''
** Best Costume Design: ''Wicked''
** Best Adapted Song: "Defying Gravity"
* February 23, 2025: Golden Reel Awards, Outstanding Achievement in Music Editing–Feature Motion Picture: Catherine Wilson, Robin Baynton
* February 28, 2025: International Cinematographers Guild Publicists Awards, Maxwell Weinberg Award for Motion Picture Publicity Campaign: ''Wicked''
* March 2, 2025: Academy Awards
** Best Costume Design: ''Wicked''
** Best Production Design: ''Wicked''
* March 11, 2025: Queerties
** Drama Movie: ''Wicked''
** Film Performance: Jonathan Bailey
** Next Big Thing: ''Wicked: For Good''
* March 14, 2025: American Cinema Editors Awards, Best Edited Feature Film – Comedy or Musical: Myron Kerstein
* March 17, 2025: iHeartRadio Music Awards, Favorite Soundtrack: ''Wicked: The Soundtrack''
* April 22, 2025: Webby Awards, Variety and Reality, General Video and Film: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a7Inn_IA-MA&ab_channel=Variety ''Wicked'' Stars Ariana Grande & Cynthia Erivo Break Down Viral "Holding Space" Interview]
* June 9, 2025: The BET Awards, Best Actress: Cynthia Erivo
* June 21, 2025: Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards:
** Favorite Movie: ''Wicked''
** Favorite Movie Actress: Ariana Grande as Glinda
** Favorite Song from a Movie: "Defying Gravity"
* July 3, 2025: Astra Midseason Movie Awards, Most Anticipated Film: ''Wicked: For Good''
* August 5, 2025: Las Culturista Culture Awards, Harshest Truth About ''Wicked'': Phannee not realized, we don't get into his gay story (What was that like? Was it hard coming out or was Pfannee born wealthy? Prequel idea about this.)
* October 19, 2025: Middleburg Film Festival, Creative Collaborators Award: Alice Brooks (cinematographer) and Myron Kerstein (editor), ''Wicked: For Good''
* October 26, 2025: Savannah Film Festival, Vanguard Director Award: Jon M. Chu
* November 3, 2025: ''People'' Magazine's Sexiest Man Alive: Jonathan Bailey
* November 4, 2025: Media Access Awards, Christopher Reeve Acting Award: Marissa Bode
* November 19, 2025: Hollywood Music in Media Awards, Music Themed Film, Biopic, or Musical: ''Wicked: For Good'', Jon M. Chu
* December 3, 2025: National Board of Review: Top 10 Films (one of ten, but not Film of the Year)
* December 4, 2025: American Film Institute Awards: Top 10 Films (one of ten)
* December 9, 2025: African-American Film Critics Association, Top Ten Films of the Year: ''Wicked: For Good''
* December 11, 2025: Astra Film Awards, Best Visual Effects: ''Wicked: For Good'', Pablo Helman, Jonathan Fawkner, Anthony Smith, Dale Newton, and Paul Corbould
* December 15, 2025: San Diego Film Critics Society, Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell, ''Wicked: For Good''
* December 19, 2025: Las Vegas Film Critics Society, Top Ten Films of the Year: ''Wicked: For Good''
* December 28, 2025: Iowa Film Critics Association
** Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande
** Best Song, "The Girl in the Bubble"
* December 29, 2025: The King's New Year's Honours List: Cynthia Erivo is named a Member of the British Empire (MBE)
* January 9, 2026: Astra Film Awards, Best Supporting Actress—Comedy or Musical: Ariana Grande
* January 16, 2026: American Cinematheque Tribute to the Crafts Awards, Choreography: Christopher Scott
* February 1, 2026: London Film Critics' Circle, Derek Malcolm Award for Innovation: Cynthia Erivo
* February 1, 2026: The Grammy Awards, Best Pop Duo/Group Performance: Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande, "Defying Gravity"
* February 8, 2026: Santa Barbara International Film Festival, Kirk Douglas Award: Cynthia Erivo
* February 9, 2026: The Lumiere Awards, the Judy Garland Award: Jon M. Chu

''Wicked'' and ''Wicked: For Good'' have the following nominations for forthcoming awards:
* February 6, 2026: Society of Composers & Lyricists
** Outstanding Original Score for a Studio Film: John Powell and Stephen Schwartz
** Outstanding Original Song For A Comedy Or Musical Visual Media Production: "No Place Like Home", Stephen Schwartz; "The Girl in the Bubble", Stephen Schwartz
* February 12, 2026: Costume Designers Guild Awards, Excellence in Sci-Fi/Fantasy Film: Paul Tazewell
* February 14, 2026: Make-Up Artists & Hair Stylists Guild
** Best Period and/or Character Make-Up: Frances Hannon, Alice Jones, Nuria Mbomio, and Sarah Nuth, ''Wicked: For Good''
** Best Period Hair Styling and/or Character Hair Styling: Frances Hannon, Sim Camps, Gabor Kerekes, and Laura Blount, ''Wicked: For Good''
** Best Special Make-Up Effects: Frances Hannon, Mark Coulier, Stephen Murphy, and Susie Redfern, ''Wicked: For Good''
* February 15, 2026: Online Film & Television Association
** Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande
** Best Original Song: "The Girl in the Bubble"; "No Place Like Home"
** Best Adapted Song: "As Long As You're Mine"; "For Good"; "No Good Deed"
** Best Production Design: Nathan Crowley and Lee Sandales
** Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
** Best Makeup and Hair: Frances Hannon, Mark Coulier, and Laura Blount
** Best Movie Trailer: ''Wicked: For Good''
* February 16, 2026: Black Reel Awards
** Outstanding Film: ''Wicked: For Good''
** Outstanding Lead Performance: Cynthia Erivo
** Outstanding Soundtrack: ''Wicked: For Good—The Soundtrack''
** Outstanding Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
** Outstanding Production Design: Nathan Crowley and Lee Sandales
* February 21, 2026: Set Decorators Society of America Awards, Best Achievement in Décor/Design of a Comedy or Musical Feature Film: Nathan Crowley and Lee Sandales
* February 25, 2026: Visual Effects Society Awards, Outstanding Model in a Photoreal or Animated Project: "Bison" – Marco Chau, Giorgio Pennisi, Sowmya Ramakumar, Balazs Meszaros
* February 26, 2026: Artios Awards, Feature Big Budget–Comedy: Bernard Telsey, Tiffany Little Canfield; Ryan Bernard Tymensky (Associate Casting Director); Tamsyn Manson (Location Casting Director)
* February 28, 2026: ADG Excellence in Production Design Awards, Excellence in Production Design for a Fantasy Film: Nathan Crowley
* February 28, 2026: NAACP Image Awards
** Outstanding Motion Picture: ''Wicked: For Good''
** Outstanding Actress in a Motion Picture: Cynthia Erivo
** Outstanding Ensemble Cast in a Motion Picture: Jonathan Bailey, Marissa Bode, Colman Domingo, Cynthia Erivo, Jeff Goldblum, Ariana Grande, Ethan Slater, Bowen Yang, Michelle Yeoh
** Outstanding Costume Design (Television or Motion Picture): Paul Tazewell
** Outstanding Soundtrack/Compilation Album: ''Wicked: For Good—The Soundtrack''
* February 28, 2026: The Brit Awards, Song of the Year: "Defying Gravity", Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande
* March 1, 2026: Actor Awards, Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Supporting Role: Ariana Grande
* March 3, 2026: Dorian Awards
** Supporting Film Performance of the Year: Ariana Grande
** Campiest Flick: ''Wicked: For Good''
** Wilde Artist Award: Cynthia Erivo
** Galeca LGBTQIA+ Film Trailblazer: Jonathan Bailey
* March 8, 2026: Satellite Awards
** Best Actress in a Motion Picture – Comedy or Musical: Cynthia Erivo
** Best Actress in a Supporting Role: Ariana Grande
** Best Original Song: "No Place Like Home", Stephen Schwartz; "The Girl in the Bubble", Stephen Schwartz
** Best Sound: Nancy Nugent Title, John Marquis, Andy Nelson, Simon Hayes, and Jack Dolman
** Best Production Design: Nathan Crowley and Lee Sandales
** Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
** Best Makeup and Hair: Frances Hannon, Mark Coulier, and Laura Blount
* March 8, 2026: The Saturn Awards
** Best Fantasy Film: ''Wicked: For Good''
** Best Actress in a Film: Cynthia Erivo, ''Wicked: For Good''
** Best Supporting Actor in a Film: Jeff Goldblum, ''Wicked: For Good''
** Best Supporting Actress in a Film: Ariana Grande, ''Wicked: For Good''
** Best Film Music: John Powell and Stephen Schwartz, ''Wicked: For Good''
** Best Film Production Design: Nathan Crowley and Lee Sandales, ''Wicked: For Good''
** Best Film Costume Design: Paul Tazewell, ''Wicked: For Good''
** Best Film Make-Up: Mark Coulier and Frances Hannon, ''Wicked: For Good''
** Best Film Visual/Special Effects: Pablo Helman and Dale Newton, ''Wicked: For Good''
** Best 4K Home Media Release: ''Wicked''
* March 26, 2026: iHeartRadio Music Awards
** Favorite Soundtrack: ''Wicked: For Good—The Soundtrack''
** Favorite On Screen: Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande

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==October 8, 2025: Robert A. Baum, 1942-2025==
[[file:Robert_A_Baum_Jr.webp|300 px|center]] Robert A. "Bob" Baum, great-grandson of L. Frank Baum and an important Oz scholar in his own right, passed away today at the age of 83. His generosity in sharing his family's collection and history has been a boon to Oz in many ways. Museums, documentaries, and Oz festivals and conventions have all been enhanced by Bob's donations. He was a consultant on the 1990 television movie ''The Dreamer of Oz'', a biopic of his great-grandfather, and even recreated Frank's home office on set using items from his own collection. He served the International Wizard of Oz Club as a director and contributor to ''The Baum Bugle'', as well as frequent convention guest. The [https://www.lulu.com/shop/bob-baum-and-don-abbott-and-rob-lauer-and-autumn-rose-frodelius/oziana-2022/paperback/product-pv4dmd.html?q=oziana+2022&page=1&pageSize=4 2022 issue of ''Oziana''], the Club's literary magazine, was a collection of Bob Baum's fanciful stories about his family history. He and his wife, Claire, would sometimes appear at events as L. Frank and Maud Baum to tell stories about their lives. For his many contributions, he was awarded the Oz Club's highest honor, named after his great-grandfather, in 2002.

(Information courtesy Jane Albright on Facebook. Photo courtesy [https://oz.fandom.com/wiki/Robert_A._Baum_Jr. The Oz Wiki].)

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==September 21, 2025: Elaine Merk Binder, 1930-2025==
Elaine Merk Binder, one of the last remaining actors who played a Munchkin in ''The Wizard of Oz'', passed away today at the age of 94. Born in Colorado, she appeared as an extra in several movies in the '30s, including an ''Our Gang'' short. She was one of a dozen young girls who filled in the ranks of background female Munchkins after Judy Garland's Dorothy arrives in Oz. But after 1940 she left show business, and went on to earn degrees in education and music. She appeared in the 2024 documentary series ''Memories of Oz'', reminiscing about making the movie.

(Information courtesy [https://variety.com/2025/film/news/elaine-merk-binder-dead-munchkin-wizard-of-oz-1236525749/ ''Variety''] and [https://www.imdb.com/name/nm5285756/ IMDB].)

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==August 8, 2025: ''The Baum Bugle'' Spring 2025==
[[file:Bbspring25.png|400 px|right]] The latest issue of ''The Baum Bugle'', the journal of the International Wizard of Oz Club, is now making its way to members. This issue celebrates the release of ''Wicked'' (Part 1).

In this issue:
* The front cover reprints the publicity shot of ''Wicked'' stars Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande recreating the original poster design for the ''Wicked'' stage show.
* The inside covers reprint Anton Loeb's endpaper design for the 1950 book adaptation of ''The Wizard of Oz''.
* The table of contents includes Mark Manley's ''Wicked'' tribute painting, "The Melting Occurred at the Thirteenth Hour".
* In "Letters", Oz Club President Ryan Bunch looks back at how the ''Bugle'' covered the path ''Wicked'' has taken from page to stage to screen, and ''Bugle'' editor Sarah K. Crotzer looks at how this issue's features came about.
* In "The Bugle Bulletin":
** The National Library Service (NLS) has [https://www.loc.gov/nls/new-materials/book-lists/wicked-and-the-wizard-of-oz/ a large collection of Oz materials] for the blind and print disabled.
** "Beyond the Shifting Sands" remembers recently passed Oz contributors Jean Marsh, Stephen J. Teller, Jack Van Camp, and Sally Roesch Wagner.
* Sarah K. Crotzer reacts to the ''Wicked'' film in "What Is This Feeling?"
* "What the Papers Said" looks at a number of reviews of ''Wicked'' from around the world.
* "Wicked Wares: Toys, Plushes, and Cinema Exclusives" by Jane Albright looks at a variety of ''Wicked'' movie collectibles.
* David Diket looks at the history and evolution of Wicked Witch of the West dolls in "My Beautiful Wickedness" and "David's Timeline of Beautifully Wicked Dolls".
* Karyl Carlson looks back at how she started creating [https://karylsozdolls.com/ custom Oz dolls] in "The Dollmaker of Oz".
* It's been twenty-five years since the last installment, but Carl Rexroad continues his look at political cartoons themed around ''The Wizard of Oz'' in "The Editorial Cartoons of Oz, Part 1: 125 Years Later, ''The Wizard of Oz'' Still Drives Political Debate".
* William STillman looks at the history of one of the bestselling Oz adaptations in "75 Years of Anton Loeb's ''The Wizard of Oz''".
* In "Oz in the Arts", Robert Lamont reviews [https://wizmusical.com/ the recent Broadway revival of ''The Wiz''] (now on tour).
* In "The Bugle Review":
** [https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0063377012/thewonderwizardo/ ''Elphie: A Wicked Childhood'' by Gregory Maguire], reviewed by Alan Wise.
** [https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B0DNKY21JB/thewonderwizardo/ The blu-ray release of ''Wicked''], reviewed by Sarah K. Crotzer.
** [https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/publisher/21442/double-critical-llc ''Adventules in Oz: Campaign Setting'' and ''Beasts & Beings'' role-playing campaign books], reviewed by Sarah K. Crotzer.
** [https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B0CSYB4B12/thewonderwizardo/ ''Wicked: The Game'' by Spin Master], reviewed by Sarah K. Crotzer.
* Michael Gessel remembers a recently deceased long-time Oz fan in "The Lifelong Scholar: Stephen J. Teller's Journey from Kansas to Oz".
* The back cover shows the Tonner Doll versions of Glinda and the Wicked Witch of the West.

Also included with this issue:
* This issue's Oz craft is a miniature version of the Emerald City Express train from the ''Wicked'' movie.
* And in the final (for now?) issue of ''The Emerald City Gazette'', the newspaper for younger Oz fans (of all ages), Bungle and Toto stroll through the Emerald Palace to ensure that those pesky nomes are finally gone for good.

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==July 19, 2025: Crotzer Wins L. Frank Baum Memorial Award==
This evening, Sarah K. Crotzer was presented the L. Frank Bam Memorial Award for her contributions to Oz. She has been a tireless Oz researcher and writer, with a special interest in the history of Oz games. She is also the current editor of ''The Baum Bugle'', the journal of the International Wizard of Oz Club, and recently became the longest-serving editor in Club history.

Also presented tonight were the Club's annual prizes for writing and art. This year's winners are:
* The Fred Otto Prize for Fiction:
** First place, Jesse Jury for "Four Friends of Oz"
** Second place, J. L. Bell for "Who's Got the Button?"
* The C. Warren Hollister Prize for Non-Fiction:
** First place, Rachel Graham for "An Essential Quickening: John R. Neill and the Art of Oz"
** Second place, Cynthia Ragni for "Project Ozma"
* The Rob Roy MacVeigh Prize for Art:
** First place, Jime Wimmer for "Dorothy and the Cyclone"
** Second place, Rob Lauer for "Ruth and Her Friends in Oz"

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==June 21, 2025: The Winkie Award==
Tonight, OzCon International gave its highest honor, the Winkie Award, to Sam Milazzo. The award recognizes all of the contributions Sam has made to the convention over the past few years, with presentations, panels, and generally helping out.

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==May 6, 2025: ''The Baum Bugle'' Winter 2024==
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It may be slipping back in the calendar a bit, but the latest issue of ''The Baum Bugle'', the journal of the International Wizard of Oz Club, is making its way to members' mailboxes now.

In this issue:
* All four covers celebrate the fiftieth anniversary of ''The Wiz'':
** The front cover features Stephanie Mills and Hinton Battle in [https://digitalcollections.nypl.org/items/0599e600-5cf5-0130-4cf7-58d385a7b928 a 1974 publicity shot for the musical].
** The inside front cover shows several costumes from the play on exhibit at [https://www.si.edu/museums/african-american-museum the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture].
** The inside back cover features production art for the play by Tom John.
** The back cover reproduces a new work, [https://artsofimagination.org/the-wiz-at-50/ ''The Journey from Home: Revisiting ''The Wiz'' at 50''], also by Tom John.
* In "Letters", Oz Club President Ryan Bunch reflects on fifty years of ''The Wiz'' and invites members to [the 2025 edition of the Club's annual convention in Aberdeen, South Dakota], while ''Bugle'' editor Sarah K. Crotzer also looks back at ''The Wiz'', as well as other anniversaries celebrated in this issue.
* News items highlighted in "The Bugle Bulletin":
** ''Wicked'' wins two Academy Awards, with [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KZtKj5-xE1I&ab_channel=Oscars Paul Tazewell becoming the first Black man to win the Oscar for Best Costume Design].
** The latest auction of a pair of Ruby Slippers shatters all records for the price paid for any kind of movie memorabilia.
** Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande team up to [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eedVl_LGwE4&ab_channel=PhVolleyball open the Oscars telecast with a medley of music from Oz movies].
** Recently passed Oz contributors remembered in "Beyond the Shifting Sands":
*** [https://www.abebooks.com/servlet/SearchResults?an=Baum&cm_sp=SearchF-_-home-_-Results&kn=Greg%20Hildebrandt&ref_=search_f_hp&sts=t&tn=The%20Wizard%20of%20Oz Greg Hildebrandt] and [https://www.abebooks.com/servlet/SearchResults?an=Baum&cm_sp=SearchF-_-home-_-Results&kn=Graham%20Rawle&ref_=search_f_hp&sts=t&tn=The%20Wizard%20of%20Oz Graham Rawle], both of whom illustrated ''The Wizard of Oz''.
*** Legendary composer and arranger Quincy Jones, who was an instrumental part of how ''The Wiz'' sounded in movie theaters.
* "Awards and Honors" announces Oz Club President Ryan Bunch as the recipient of the L. Frank Baum Memorial Award, the Club's highest honor, for 2024.
* "They Call My Name: An Interview with George Faison" looks at the life and career of the choreographer. His credits include the original Broadway production of ''The Wiz''.
* "The ''Wiz'' That Wasn't" by Sarah K. Crotzer digs into the casting process for the original company of ''The Wiz'' and reveals who else tried out, or was at least considered, for the major rolls. (There are some definite surprises!)
* "The ''Wiz'' That Was" by Sarah K. Crotzer looks at ''The Wiz'' costumes held by the National Museum of African American History and Culture.
* Crotzer also considers Grampa's game leg and the game you play with it in "A Few Inessential Thoughts About the Game of Scrum".
* "Coming and Going" looks at a few short thoughts about ''Grampa in Oz''.
* "Oz Under Scrutiny", once again compiled by Scott Cummings, looks at what the press of 1924 thought of ''Grampa in Oz''.
* In part two of the interview "Journey to the ''Annotated Wizard'' with Michael Patrick Hearn", the author of ''The Annotated Wizard of Oz'' recounts the aftermath of the book's original 1973 publication.
* L. Frank Baum's great-granddaughter, Gita Dorothy Morena, solves the mystery of a Baum family treasure in "A Letter to Oz Enthusiasts from a Forgotten Baum Illustration".
* "Guaranteed For a Thousand Years", a wrap-up of recent Oz events, reports on the 2024 editions of OzCon International and Oz, The National Convention.
* New products presented in "The Bugle Review":
** [https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B0DVQSJLLX/thewonderwizardo/ ''After Oz'' by Gordon McAlpine], reviewed by Mike Penick
** [https://hungrytigerpress.store/product/all-wound-up-the-making-of-the-tik-tok-man-of-oz/ ''All Wound Up: The Making of ''The Tik-Tok Man of Oz by Eric Shanower], [https://hungrytigerpress.store/product/the-tik-tok-man-of-oz-performance-script/ ''The Tik-Tok Man of Oz Performance Script'' by L. Frank Baum], and [https://hungrytigerpress.store/product/the-tik-tok-man-of-oz-piano-vocal-score/ ''The Tik-Tok Man of Oz Piano-Vocal Score'' by Louis F. Gottschalk and L. Frank Baum], reviewed by Atticus Gannaway.
** [https://joetunes.ca/ ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', ''The Marvelous Land of Oz'', and ''Ozma of Oz'' complete audio books by the Toronto Civic Light Opera Company], reviewed by Sarah K. Crotzer.
** [https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B0CST87Z4J/thewonderwizardo/ The ''Wicked'' edition of ''Monopoly''], reviewed by Sarah K. Crotzer.
** A quartet of ''Wicked'' tie-in books ([https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0593896866/thewonderwizardo/ ''I Am Elphaba''], [https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0593896882/thewonderwizardo/ ''I Am Glinda''], [https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B0CZJQXCQY/thewonderwizardo/ ''Defying Gravity: The Illustrated Lyrics''] and a replica of [https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B0CZJRSY9M/thewonderwizardo/ ''The Story of Oz & the Wonderful Wizard'']), reviewed by Atticus Gannaway.
* "Adventures in Oz" sees Brady Schwind interviewing Tom John, the original scenic designer for ''The Wiz''.

Also included with this issue:
* A registration form for [https://www.ozclub.org/oz-in-aberdeen-a-convention-to-remember/ the 2025 editino of Oz, the National Convention] in Aberdeen, South Dakota.
* A flyer for one of the Club's latest publications, [https://www.ozclub.org/product/bibliographia-baumiana/ ''Bibliographia Baumiana''].
* This issue's craft is a melting Evillene, based on the original Broadway run of ''The Wiz''.
* And in the latest issue of ''The Oz Gazette'', the newsletter for younger Oz fans (of all ages):
** Editor-in-Chief Katie Jones, with assistance from the Head of Security the Gump, updates readers on the hunt for Nomes and the Glass Cat.
** The Scarecrow's book column looks at other books puplished in 1924, like ''Grampa in Oz''.
** Based off of the article speculating what scrum might be like in ''The Baum Bugle'', the Patchwork Girl presents the board, pieces, and rules for Camette, a simplified (for space reasons) version of the game Camelot.
** Finally, a little bit of verse from…the Glass Cat?

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==May 5, 2025: Mattydale, New York, to Honor L. Frank Baum==
Mattydale, New York, will honor native son L. Frank Baum and his greatest work, ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', on May 17. Mattydale was the site of Baum's childhood home, Roselawn, and the city will commemorate Baum's birth and the 125th anniversary of the publication of the first Oz book with a historical marker at the site. The marker will be at 2601 Brewerton Road, which will soon be the site of a community center.A reception will be held from 1:00 to 5:00 pm at the Kreuger Funeral Home.

(Information courtesy [https://cnycentral.com/news/local/mattydale-celebrates-125-years-of-the-wonderful-wizard-of-oz-with-historical-marker CNYCentral].)

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==April 13, 2025: Jean Marsh, 1934-2025==
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Jean Marsh, OBE, the lauded British actor, passed away today from complications of dementia. She was 90. Born July 1, 1934 in Stoke Newington, London, she studied dance, singing, and acting before beginning her professional career in the 1950s. Among her movies were ''Cleopatra'', ''Jane Eyre'' (1972), ''Frenzy'', ''The Eagle Has Landed'', and ''Willow''. She was probably best known for her television work, however, in shows in both the United States and the United Kingdom, including appearances in ''The Twilight Zone'', ''The Saint'', ''Doctor Who'', ''I Spy'', ''Adam Adamant Lives!'', ''UFO'', ''The Waltons'', ''Hawaii Five-O'', the ''9 to 5'' series, ''The Love Boat'', ''Murder, She Wrote'', and the 1990s revival of ''The Tomorrow People''. But she is best known for co-creating, with Eileen Atkins, the period drama ''Upstairs, Downstairs'', about the servants in a great house. Marsh also starred in the show as maid Rose Buck, for which she won an Emmy Award in 1975 as well as other awards. When the BBC revived the show in 2010, Marsh was the only actor to return. Marsh and Atkins also created the series ''House of Elliott'' in 1991, which she did not appear in. For her services to drama, Marsh was made a member of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire by Queen Elizabeth II in 2012. For Oz fans, however, as well as many movie-going kids in the 1980s, she will always be known for her dual role as Nurse Wilson and Princess Mombi in the 1985 Disney film ''Return to Oz''.

(Information courtesy [https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c045dk29xqqo the BBC] and [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jean_Marsh Wikipedia].)

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==March 18, 2025: Saliterman, Ruby Slipper Thief, Dies==
Charges against Jerry Hal Saliterman, who had pled guilty to playing a part in the 2005 theft of the Ruby Slippers from the Judy Garland Museum, have been dismissed when prosecutors informed the court that he had died the day before. Saliterman's defense attorney, John Brink, confirmed the passing. The 77-year-old Saliterman had been hospitalized with lung disease and other ailments, and his most recent court appearance, in January, had been a remote feed from his hospital room. At that time, he changed his initial plea to guilty of charges of theft of a major artwork and witness tampering.

(Information courtesy [https://apnews.com/article/stolen-ruby-slippers-wizard-of-oz-death-b82e6ed5049d2f11cf9a38b38e5eb463 The Associated Press].)

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==Rumor Control==
(Because of the many questions I am asked about possible forthcoming Oz projects or other bits of pseudo-news, I have added this section to answer some of these inquiries.)

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Three horror-themed takes on Oz are currently in the works:
* It looks like [https://bloody-disgusting.com/exclusives/3919064/return-to-oz-with-gale-yellow-brick-road-poster-by-creepy-duck-design-exclusive/ ''Gale: Yellow Brick Road''], about Dorothy's granddaughter Emily being drawn into a nightmare version of Oz, will get a limited release in February 2026.
* ''Dorothy: The Haunting of Oz'' is in post-production and looking for a 2026 release.
* ''Wicked of Oz'' was announced for a release right before ''Wicked: For Good'', but was quietly withdrawn and is now awaiting another possible release.
If any of these go into general release, they'll appear on this website's events page.

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''Dorothy'' is in development for Prime Video, with executive producers Gwen Stefani, Blake Shelton, and Gina Matthews. You can see the initial report on this [https://deadline.com/2025/08/gwen-stefani-blake-shelton-wizard-of-oz-prime-video-1236497977/ right here].

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The latest Oz projects to be announced in Hollywood: ''Cheshire Crossing'', the graphic novel by Andy Weir and Sarah Anderson, optioned by Amblin Partners (see [https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/heat-vision/amblin-michael-de-luca-tackling-martian-author-s-fantasy-graphic-novel-cheshire-crossing-1255011 this report]); and an animated musical adaptation of the book ''Toto: The Dog-Gone Amazing Story of the Wizard of Oz'', where the story is told from Toto's point of view, to be produced at Warner Bros. (see [https://deadline.com/2020/10/toto-the-dog-gone-amazing-story-of-the-wizard-of-oz-animated-pic-in-the-works-at-warner-bros-1234596757/ this source]).

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Okay, yes, word has leaked out that Warner Bros. tried to talk Robert Zemeckis into directing a remake of ''The Wizard of Oz'', using the same screenplay as the famous 1939 Judy Garland version. Zemeckis already rejected the idea. This probably puts the idea on the back burner for a while, and based on the ''extreme'' negative reaction the idea got, I suspect it will stay there. Rumors of this have surfaced again, but appear to be the result of someone finding the old story and running it again.

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It's getting harder and harder to keep up with all of the currently planned Oz movie and television projects. Bear in mind that at this stage, most of it is speculation and/or not even in pre-production, or possibly even a game of "Telephone". But here are some of the current Oz movies that could be coming to your local theater in the next few years:

*''The Road to Oz'', a movie biopic about the life of L. Frank Baum and how he created Oz, starring Eddie Redmayne as Frank. (See reports [http://www.theguardian.com/film/2015/aug/06/eddie-redmayne-wizard-of-oz-author-l-frank-baum here] and [http://www.joblo.com/movie-news/eddie-redmayne-to-play-author-l-frank-baum-in-biopic-road-to-oz-268 here].)
*''Dark Oz 3-D'', based on the old Caliber comic book.
*A non-musical, faithful adaptation of ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'' from New Line and [http://www.templehillent.com/ Temple Hill].
*''The Oz Wars'', which would have the witches fighting for control of the Emerald City while the Wizard leads the resistance.
*John Boorman's [http://www.actionsynthese.com/index2.php?language=en animated adaptation of ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz''] seems to be on track for release — in France. Once it's released, an English-language release will likely come out soon afterwards. (However, in a [http://www.filmireland.net/2011/03/16/interview-with-john-boorman/ recent interview], Boorman admitted that the project has stalled due to lack of funding.)
*''Oz: Return to the Emerald City'' was one of two possible competing projects at Warner Bros. This original sequel may now be shopped around to other studios, or turned into a novel.
*[http://www.independentstoriesinc.com/WonderfulWizard.htm ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz''], a low-budget independent production from Barnyard Studios and Used Productions. This is very much a shoestring production, which is looking for money and actors. But its Kickstarter campaign to raise the last money it needed was a success, so it may be finished soon.
*[http://valleywind.com/legendofoz/ ''Legend of Oz''], a modern retelling of ''The Wizard of Oz'' from Valley Wind Productions in Ottawa.
*[http://www.heyuguys.co.uk/2010/06/16/are-the-polish-brothers-planning-their-own-trip-to-oz/ ''Oz''], a new telling of ''The Wizard of Oz''.
*A still unnamed horror movie set in the 1920s with Dorothy meeting Alice in Bedlam Asylum.
*[http://www.screendaily.com/festivals/berlin/european-film-market/mcnamara-to-direct-young-santa/5066468.article ''Young Santa'']., based on L. Frank Baum's book ''The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus'' and directed by Sean McNamara.
*''How the Wizard Came to Oz'', based on two books by Donald Abbott.
*Not entirely Oz, strictly speaking, but the Judy Garland biography ''Get Happy'' may be made into a movie, featuring Anne Hathaway as Garland.

And it's not limited to movies any more. In development for television:

*[http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/heat-vision/warner-horizon-turn-oz-fantasy-420517 ''Red Brick Road''], a television series continuation of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in the style of ''Game of Thrones''. The latest word is that this is being developed for the Lifetime channel.
*[http://www.deadline.com/2013/08/cbs-developing-wizard-of-oz-themed-medical-drama-from-timbermanbeverly/ ''Dorothy''], an Oz-themed medical drama in development at CBS
*[http://www.cinemablend.com/television/Tim-Kring-Developing-Wizard-Oz-Drama-Dorothy-Must-Die-CW-58899.html ''Dorothy Must Die''], in which Dorothy has returned to Oz and become a dictator, in development at the CW. This would be based on the book series of the same name.
*''Warriors of Oz'', a post-apocalyptic version in development at Syfy.
* A ''Wicked'' television miniseries, based on the original book (not the stage musical). Salma Hayak was attached to this as a producer. When last heard of, it was under development at ABC.

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No, Peter Jackson is ''not'' producing or directing a billion-dollar all-CGI remake of ''The Wizard of Oz'' for Warner Bros. How do stories like this get started? Oh, maybe in [http://www.aintitcool.com/node/31184 stories like this]...

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In recent years, there have been proposals for other Oz or related projects, none of which now appear that they will get off the ground. Among them:

*''Lost in Oz'', a series that was to feature Melissa George as a Kansas university student who is whisked to Oz sixty years after the events of ''The Wizard of Oz'' (The Movie) and helping to spearhead a rebellion against the new Wicked Witch of the West. Although developed for the WB and a pilot film produced, it was never picked up, nor the pilot shown. (But keep an eye out on auction sites, as a bootleg DVD sometimes shows up…)
*A television miniseries based on Gregory Maguire's novel ''Wicked'', with Demi Moore in the title role. (There are stories that the people developing this version later pushed their involvement into the musical version now playing on Broadway and elsewhere.)
*''The O. Z.'', a hip-hop flavored re-telling of ''The Wizard of Oz'' for Fox. Among the rumored Dorothy's at one point were Brandy, Mya, and the late Aaliyah. Justin Timberlake, John Leuizamo, and Little Richard were mentioned for other parts.
*''Surrender Dorothy''. Drew Barrymore as Dorothy's great-granddaughter coming to Oz, and battling the Wicked Witch of the West's granddaughter. (Rumors of this recently resurfaced, but were quickly squelched. This project is dead.)
*''Somewhere'' starring Elizabeth Taylor as Dorothy, now a grandmother, returning to Oz. The deaths of both Taylor and developer Rod Steiger means this is unlikely to ever happen.
*''Pamela West'', where the Wicked Witch is the innocent victim and Dorothy (with Toto as a pit bull) is the evil interloper.
*''The Land of Oz'' (not based on the book of the same name), produced by Hallmark for NBC. This eventually became the basis for the Sci Fi Channel miniseries ''Tin Man''.
*''The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus'' from Circa Pictures. It's no longer listed on their website.
*''The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus'' from Hyde Park Entertainment and Toonz Entertainment.
*A Bollywood adaptation of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in India.
*A movie version of American McGee's (later cancelled) ''Oz'' video game.
*Geoff Ryman's ''Was''.

If progress is made on any of these projects, such as actually going into production or a release date announced, the news will be posted as quickly as possible on this page. But at this stage, any of these going into production is very unlikely. (However, ''Tin Man'' was part of this list for some time before its eventual completion and broadcast on the Sci-Fi Channel.)

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==February 2, 2026: ''The Baum Bugle'' Winter 2025 Issue and ''Oziana'' 2025==
[[file:Bbwinter25.jpg|400 px|left]]The year's final issue of ''The Baum Bugle'' is back from the printers and off to members of the International Wizard of Oz Club. Look for more on this issue in the coming days. <br clear=all>

[[file:Oziana_2025.jpg|500 px|right]]Also available now is the 2025 issue of ''Oziana'', the Club's annual literary anthology. It is available for sale to anyone, even if they're not a member of the Club, through [https://www.lulu.com/shop/jl-bell-and-scott-b-blanke-and-nathan-m-dehoff-and-catherine-lombardi/oziana-2025/paperback/product-v8m6mke.html?page=1&pageSize=4 Lulu.com]. Look for more on this issue in the coming days as well.

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==November 13, 2025: ''The Baum Bugle'' Autumn 2025 Issue==
[[file:Bbautumn25.jpg|right]] The latest issue of ''The Baum Bugle'', the journal of the International Wizard of oz Club, is making its way to members now. This issue celebrates forty years of ''Return to Oz'', and includes a comprehensive checklist of collectibles from the 1985 Disney movie.

In this issue:

* The wraparound front cover reproduces the art, by Josh Kirby, for a 1985 British ''Return to Oz'' jigsaw puzzle.
* The inside front cover has photos, taken by Tricia Trozzi, of the New York premiere of ''Return to Oz'' in June of 1985.
* In "Letters", Oz Club President and ''Bugle'' editor Sarah K. Crotzer discuss their encounters and memories of ''Return to Oz''.
* In "The ''Bugle'' Bulletin:
** The only known manuscript of "Over the Rainbow" is now in the Library of Congress.
** Documentarian Jeffrey McHale is taking his latest movie, ''It's Dorothy!'' around the film festival circuit.
** "Beyond the Shifting Sands" remembers recently passed Oz luminaries:
*** Robert A. Baum, Jr., the great-grandson of L. Frank Baum and a noted Oz scholar and historian in his own right.
*** Dr. Richard R. Rutter, a major collector and Winkie Convention attendee, who was especially known for his extravagant Oz costumes.
*** Drew Struzan, the celebrated movie poster artist whose works included ''Return to Oz''.
* Sarah K. Crotzer looks back at the life and career of the actress known in Oz circles as Princess Mombi from ''Return to Oz'' in "So…! The Many Heads of Jean Marsh".
* Tricia Trozzi looks back at what she was doing on June 21, 1985—attending the gala premiere of ''Return to Oz'' at Radio City Music Hall—in "Movie Memories".
* Original ''Return to Oz'' reviews are collected in "What the Papers Said: 1985 Edition, A Collection of Contemporaneous Media Opinions of ''Return to Oz''".
* Robert B. Luehrs contemplates one of L. Frank Baum's earlier characters in "The Pundit of Oz: Some Random Thoughts Concerning the Woggle-Bug".
* Sarah K. Crotzer updates previous ''Bugle'' checklists with "The Ultimate ''Return to Oz'' Merchandise Checklist", a full-color insert.
* Carl Rexroad continues on from an article in a previous issue with "The Editorial Cartoons of Oz, Part 2: Modern Times with ''The Wizard of Oz''".
* Jane Albright peeks behind the curtain of the latest iteration of ''The Wizard of Oz on Ice'' in "Melt the Witch, Not the Ice".
* Noted in "The Bugle Review":
** [https://cloverpress.us/collections/prose-books/products/oz-collection-kabumpo-in-oz ''Kabumpo in Oz'' by Ruth Plumly Thompson, newly illustrated by Sara Richard] and reviewed by Atticus Gannaway.
** [https://scriveningspress.com/book/a-hundred-magical-reasons/ ''A Hundred Magical Reasons'' by Laura DeNooyer], reviewed by J. L. Bell.
** [https://insighteditions.com/products/wicked-grimmerie-collectible-hardcover-journal ''Wicked: The Grimmerie Collectible Hardcover Journal''], reviewed by Atticus Gannaway.
** Three games in which Oz characters appear: [https://www.amazon.com/Lookout-Games-LK0101-Gingerbread-House/dp/B07JH62HXN ''Gingerbread House''], [https://horribleguild.com/eu/product/similo-fables/ ''Similo: Fables''], and [https://gamefound.com/en/projects/gabe-barrett/storybook-saga-solo-game-of-the-month ''Storybook Saga''], all reviewed by Sarah K. Crotzer.
* The inside back cover reprints a 1985 Japanese ad for ''Return to Oz'' merchandise from Nakajima Toys.

Also included with this issue is the card game Don't Wear Mombi's Head, a set of cards to color, cut out, and play with.

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==''Wicked'' and ''Wicked: For Good'' Accolades and Awards==
With high profile movie releases, naturally ''Wicked'' and ''Wicked: For Good'' will receive acclaim during the film award seasons. Here, then, we will keep track of awards presented to the ''Wicked'' movies and their cast and crew, plus nominations for awards to be given later. Keep an eye on this list or the Wikipedia pages for [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_accolades_received_by_Wicked_(2024_film) ''Wicked''] and [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wicked%3A_For_Good#Accolades ''Wicked: For Good''] as more news comes in.

The awards are presented here in the chronological order they were presented:
* September 27, 2024: International Cinematographers "Manaki Brothers" Film Festival, SUMOLIGHT Creative Energy Award: Alice Brooks (Cinematographer) and Dave Smith (Gaffer)
* November 18, 2024: Heartland Film Festival, Truly Moving Picture Award: ''Wicked''
* November 23, 2024: The International Film Festival of the Art of Cinematography Camerimage, Production Designer Award: Nathan Crowley
* December 4, 2024: National Board of Review
** Best Film: ''Wicked''
** Best Director: Jon M. Chu
** Spotlight Award: the creative collaboration of Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande
* December 5, 2024: American Film Institute Awards, Top 10 Films of the Year: ''Wicked'' (alongside nine other movies)
* December 8, 2024: Washington DC Area Film Critics Film Critics Association
** Best Feature: ''Wicked''
** Best Production Design: Nathan Crowley and Lee Sandales
* December 8, 2024: Astra Film and Creative Arts Awards
** Best Picture: ''Wicked''
** Best Actress: Cynthia Erivo
** Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande (tied with Zoe Saldaña for ''Emilia Pérez'')
** Best Director: Jon M. Chu
** Best Casting: Tiffany Little Canfield and Bernard Telsey
** Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
** Best Marketing Campaign: ''Wicked''
** Best Production Design: Nathan Crowley and Lee Sandales
* December 9, 2024: Celebration of Black Cinema and Television, Actress Award—Film: Cynthia Erivo
* December 9, 2024: Michigan Movie Critics Guild, Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande
* December 9, 2024: Atlanta Film Critics Circle, Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande
* December 9, 2024: San Diego Film Critics Society
** Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande
** Best Production Design: Nathan Crowley and Lee Sandales
** Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
* December 13, 2024: African-American Film Critics Association, Innovator Award: Paul Tazewell
* December 13, 2024: Las Vegas Film Critics Society
** Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
** Best Family Film: ''Wicked''
* December 15, 2024: St. Louis Film Critics Association, Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
* December 16, 2024: Phoenix Film Critics Society
** Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande
** Best Costume Design: ''Wicked''
* December 16, 2024: Seattle Film Critics Society, Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
* December 16, 2024: Iowa Film Critics Association, Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande (tied with Isabella Rossellini in ''Conclave'')
* December 16, 2024: Southeastern Film Critics Association, Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande
* December 21, 2024: Nevada Film Critics Society
** Best Actress: Cynthia Erivo
** Best Visual Effects: Pablo Helman
* December 28, 2024: Digital Spy Readers Awards, Most Anticipated Movie of 2025: ''Wicked: For Good''
* December 30, 2024: TiBS Editors Choice Awards:
** Best Actress: Cynthia Erivo
** Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande
** Best Director: Jon M. Chu
** Best Ensemble: ''Wicked''
* January 2, 2025: Capri Hollywood-International Film Festival Award, Best Sound: ''Wicked''
* January 2, 2025: Critics Association of Central Florida
** Best Cast: ''Wicked''
** Best Production Design: ''Wicked''
** Best Sound Design: ''Wicked''
* January 3, 2025: Palm Springs International Film Festival
** Creative Impact in Acting Award: Cynthia Erivo
** Rising Star Award: Ariana Grande
* January 3, 2025: Oklahoma Film Critics Circle, Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande
* January 4, 2025: DiscussingFilm Global Critic Award, Best Production Design: ''Wicked''
* January 5, 2025: Golden Globe Awards, Cinematic and Box Office Achievement: ''Wicked''
* January 10, 2025: Music City Film Critics Association, Best Music Film: ''Wicked''
* January 10, 2025: Minnesota Film Critics Association, Best Costume Design: ''Wicked''
* January 12, 2025: Puerto Rico Critics Association
** Best Comedy/Musical: ''Wicked''
** Best Production Design: ''Wicked''
** Best Costume Design: ''Wicked''
* January 13, 2025: North Dakota Film Society, Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
* January 13, 2025: Hawaii Film Critics Society
** Best Art Direction: ''Wicked''
** Best Costume Design: ''Wicked''
** Best Visual Effects: ''Wicked''
* January 14, 2025: Portland Critics Association, Best Supporting Performance (Female): Ariana Grande
* January 16, 2025: North American Film Critics Association, Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande
* January 24, 2025: Denver Film Critics Society, Best Supporting Performance by an Actor, Female: Ariana Grande
* January 26, 2025: Satellite Awards
** Best Supporting Actress—Motion Picture: Ariana Grande
** Best Production Design: ''Wicked''
** Best Costume Design: ''Wicked''
** Best Sound: ''Wicked''
** Make-Up Award: ''Wicked''
* January 27, 2025: Online Film Critics Society, Technical Achievement Award — Choreography: ''Wicked''
* February 6, 2025: Costume Designers Guild Awards, Excellence in Sci-Fi/Fantasy Film: Paul Tazewell
* February 7, 2025: Set Decorators Society of America, Best Achievement in Décor/Design of a Comedy or Musical Feature Film: Lee Sandales and Nathan Crowley
* February 7, 2025: Critics' Choice Movie Awards
** Best Director: Jon M. Chu
** Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
** Best Production Design: Nathan Crowley and Lee Sandales
* February 7, 2025: AACTA Awards, Audience Choice Award for Favourite Film: ''Wicked''
* February 9, 2025: Santa Barbara International Film Festival, Virtuoso Award: Ariana Grande
* February 9, 2025: AARP Movies for Grownups Awards, Best Screenwriter: Winnie Holzman
* February 12, 2025: Artios Awards, Outstanding Achievement in Casting – Big Budget Feature (Comedy): Bernard Telsey, Tiffany Little Canfield, Ryan Bernard Tymensky, Tamsyn Manson
* February 13, 2025: Dorian Awards
** Supporting Film Performance of the Year: Ariana Grande
** "We're Wilde About You" Rising Star Award: Jonathan Bailey
** Galeca LGBTQIA+ Film Trailblazer: Cynthia Erivo
* February 15, 2025: Art Directors Guild Awards, Excellence in Production Design for a Fantasy Film: Nathan Crowley
* February 15, 2025: Make-Up Artists and Hair Stylists Guild
** Best Period and/or Character Make-Up in a Feature-Length Motion Picture: Frances Hannon, Alice Jones, Nuria Mbornio, Johanna Nielsen, Branka Vorkapic
** Best Period and/or Character Hair Styling in a Feature-Length Motion Picture: Frances Hannon, Sarah Nuth, Sim Camps, Gabor Kerekes
* February 16, 2025: BAFTA Film Awards
** Best Production Design: ''Wicked''
** Best Costume Design: ''Wicked''
* February 17, 2025: Black Reel Awards
** Outstanding Soundtrack: ''Wicked''
** Outstanding Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
* February 17, 2025: Latino Entertainment Journalists Society
** Best Production Design: Nathan Crowley and Lee Sandales
** Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
* February 22, 2025: NAACP Image Awards
** Outstanding Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
** Outstanding Soundtrack/Compilation Album: ''Wicked: The Soundtrack''
* February 23, 2025: Online Film and Television Association
** Best Production Design: ''Wicked''
** Best Costume Design: ''Wicked''
** Best Adapted Song: "Defying Gravity"
* February 23, 2025: Golden Reel Awards, Outstanding Achievement in Music Editing–Feature Motion Picture: Catherine Wilson, Robin Baynton
* February 28, 2025: International Cinematographers Guild Publicists Awards, Maxwell Weinberg Award for Motion Picture Publicity Campaign: ''Wicked''
* March 2, 2025: Academy Awards
** Best Costume Design: ''Wicked''
** Best Production Design: ''Wicked''
* March 11, 2025: Queerties
** Drama Movie: ''Wicked''
** Film Performance: Jonathan Bailey
** Next Big Thing: ''Wicked: For Good''
* March 14, 2025: American Cinema Editors Awards, Best Edited Feature Film – Comedy or Musical: Myron Kerstein
* March 17, 2025: iHeartRadio Music Awards, Favorite Soundtrack: ''Wicked: The Soundtrack''
* April 22, 2025: Webby Awards, Variety and Reality, General Video and Film: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a7Inn_IA-MA&ab_channel=Variety ''Wicked'' Stars Ariana Grande & Cynthia Erivo Break Down Viral "Holding Space" Interview]
* June 9, 2025: The BET Awards, Best Actress: Cynthia Erivo
* June 21, 2025: Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards:
** Favorite Movie: ''Wicked''
** Favorite Movie Actress: Ariana Grande as Glinda
** Favorite Song from a Movie: "Defying Gravity"
* July 3, 2025: Astra Midseason Movie Awards, Most Anticipated Film: ''Wicked: For Good''
* August 5, 2025: Las Culturista Culture Awards, Harshest Truth About ''Wicked'': Phannee not realized, we don't get into his gay story (What was that like? Was it hard coming out or was Pfannee born wealthy? Prequel idea about this.)
* October 19, 2025: Middleburg Film Festival, Creative Collaborators Award: Alice Brooks (cinematographer) and Myron Kerstein (editor), ''Wicked: For Good''
* October 26, 2025: Savannah Film Festival, Vanguard Director Award: Jon M. Chu
* November 3, 2025: ''People'' Magazine's Sexiest Man Alive: Jonathan Bailey
* November 4, 2025: Media Access Awards, Christopher Reeve Acting Award: Marissa Bode
* November 19, 2025: Hollywood Music in Media Awards, Music Themed Film, Biopic, or Musical: ''Wicked: For Good'', Jon M. Chu
* December 3, 2025: National Board of Review: Top 10 Films (one of ten, but not Film of the Year)
* December 4, 2025: American Film Institute Awards: Top 10 Films (one of ten)
* December 9, 2025: African-American Film Critics Association, Top Ten Films of the Year: ''Wicked: For Good''
* December 11, 2025: Astra Film Awards, Best Visual Effects: ''Wicked: For Good'', Pablo Helman, Jonathan Fawkner, Anthony Smith, Dale Newton, and Paul Corbould
* December 15, 2025: San Diego Film Critics Society, Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell, ''Wicked: For Good''
* December 19, 2025: Las Vegas Film Critics Society, Top Ten Films of the Year: ''Wicked: For Good''
* December 28, 2025: Iowa Film Critics Association
** Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande
** Best Song, "The Girl in the Bubble"
* December 29, 2025: The King's New Year's Honours List: Cynthia Erivo is named a Member of the British Empire (MBE)
* January 9, 2026: Astra Film Awards, Best Supporting Actress—Comedy or Musical: Ariana Grande
* January 16, 2026: American Cinematheque Tribute to the Crafts Awards, Choreography: Christopher Scott
* February 1, 2026: London Film Critics' Circle, Derek Malcolm Award for Innovation: Cynthia Erivo
* February 1, 2026: The Grammy Awards, Best Pop Duo/Group Performance: Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande, "Defying Gravity"
* February 8, 2026: Santa Barbara International Film Festival, Kirk Douglas Award: Cynthia Erivo
* February 9, 2026: The Lumiere Awards, the Judy Garland Award: Jon M. Chu

''Wicked'' and ''Wicked: For Good'' have the following nominations for forthcoming awards:
* February 6, 2026: Society of Composers & Lyricists
** Outstanding Original Score for a Studio Film: John Powell and Stephen Schwartz
** Outstanding Original Song For A Comedy Or Musical Visual Media Production: "No Place Like Home", Stephen Schwartz; "The Girl in the Bubble", Stephen Schwartz
* February 12, 2026: Costume Designers Guild Awards, Excellence in Sci-Fi/Fantasy Film: Paul Tazewell
* February 14, 2026: Make-Up Artists & Hair Stylists Guild
** Best Period and/or Character Make-Up: Frances Hannon, Alice Jones, Nuria Mbomio, and Sarah Nuth, ''Wicked: For Good''
** Best Period Hair Styling and/or Character Hair Styling: Frances Hannon, Sim Camps, Gabor Kerekes, and Laura Blount, ''Wicked: For Good''
** Best Special Make-Up Effects: Frances Hannon, Mark Coulier, Stephen Murphy, and Susie Redfern, ''Wicked: For Good''
* February 15, 2026: Online Film & Television Association
** Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande
** Best Original Song: "The Girl in the Bubble"; "No Place Like Home"
** Best Adapted Song: "As Long As You're Mine"; "For Good"; "No Good Deed"
** Best Production Design: Nathan Crowley and Lee Sandales
** Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
** Best Makeup and Hair: Frances Hannon, Mark Coulier, and Laura Blount
** Best Movie Trailer: ''Wicked: For Good''
* February 16, 2026: Black Reel Awards
** Outstanding Film: ''Wicked: For Good''
** Outstanding Lead Performance: Cynthia Erivo
** Outstanding Soundtrack: ''Wicked: For Good—The Soundtrack''
** Outstanding Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
** Outstanding Production Design: Nathan Crowley and Lee Sandales
* February 21, 2026: Set Decorators Society of America Awards, Best Achievement in Décor/Design of a Comedy or Musical Feature Film: Nathan Crowley and Lee Sandales
* February 25, 2026: Visual Effects Society Awards, Outstanding Model in a Photoreal or Animated Project: "Bison" – Marco Chau, Giorgio Pennisi, Sowmya Ramakumar, Balazs Meszaros
* February 26, 2026: Artios Awards, Feature Big Budget–Comedy: Bernard Telsey, Tiffany Little Canfield; Ryan Bernard Tymensky (Associate Casting Director); Tamsyn Manson (Location Casting Director)
* February 28, 2026: ADG Excellence in Production Design Awards, Excellence in Production Design for a Fantasy Film: Nathan Crowley
* February 28, 2026: NAACP Image Awards
** Outstanding Motion Picture: ''Wicked: For Good''
** Outstanding Actress in a Motion Picture: Cynthia Erivo
** Outstanding Ensemble Cast in a Motion Picture: Jonathan Bailey, Marissa Bode, Colman Domingo, Cynthia Erivo, Jeff Goldblum, Ariana Grande, Ethan Slater, Bowen Yang, Michelle Yeoh
** Outstanding Costume Design (Television or Motion Picture): Paul Tazewell
** Outstanding Soundtrack/Compilation Album: ''Wicked: For Good—The Soundtrack''
* February 28, 2026: The Brit Awards, Song of the Year: "Defying Gravity", Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande
* March 1, 2026: Actor Awards, Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Supporting Role: Ariana Grande
* March 3, 2026: Dorian Awards
** Supporting Film Performance of the Year: Ariana Grande
** Campiest Flick: ''Wicked: For Good''
** Wilde Artist Award: Cynthia Erivo
** Galeca LGBTQIA+ Film Trailblazer: Jonathan Bailey
* March 8, 2026: Satellite Awards
** Best Actress in a Motion Picture – Comedy or Musical: Cynthia Erivo
** Best Actress in a Supporting Role: Ariana Grande
** Best Original Song: "No Place Like Home", Stephen Schwartz; "The Girl in the Bubble", Stephen Schwartz
** Best Sound: Nancy Nugent Title, John Marquis, Andy Nelson, Simon Hayes, and Jack Dolman
** Best Production Design: Nathan Crowley and Lee Sandales
** Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
** Best Makeup and Hair: Frances Hannon, Mark Coulier, and Laura Blount
* March 8, 2026: The Saturn Awards
** Best Fantasy Film: ''Wicked: For Good''
** Best Actress in a Film: Cynthia Erivo, ''Wicked: For Good''
** Best Supporting Actor in a Film: Jeff Goldblum, ''Wicked: For Good''
** Best Supporting Actress in a Film: Ariana Grande, ''Wicked: For Good''
** Best Film Music: John Powell and Stephen Schwartz, ''Wicked: For Good''
** Best Film Production Design: Nathan Crowley and Lee Sandales, ''Wicked: For Good''
** Best Film Costume Design: Paul Tazewell, ''Wicked: For Good''
** Best Film Make-Up: Mark Coulier and Frances Hannon, ''Wicked: For Good''
** Best Film Visual/Special Effects: Pablo Helman and Dale Newton, ''Wicked: For Good''
** Best 4K Home Media Release: ''Wicked''
* March 26, 2026: iHeartRadio Music Awards
** Favorite Soundtrack: ''Wicked: For Good—The Soundtrack''
** Favorite On Screen: Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande

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==October 8, 2025: Robert A. Baum, 1942-2025==
[[file:Robert_A_Baum_Jr.webp|300 px|center]] Robert A. "Bob" Baum, great-grandson of L. Frank Baum and an important Oz scholar in his own right, passed away today at the age of 83. His generosity in sharing his family's collection and history has been a boon to Oz in many ways. Museums, documentaries, and Oz festivals and conventions have all been enhanced by Bob's donations. He was a consultant on the 1990 television movie ''The Dreamer of Oz'', a biopic of his great-grandfather, and even recreated Frank's home office on set using items from his own collection. He served the International Wizard of Oz Club as a director and contributor to ''The Baum Bugle'', as well as frequent convention guest. The [https://www.lulu.com/shop/bob-baum-and-don-abbott-and-rob-lauer-and-autumn-rose-frodelius/oziana-2022/paperback/product-pv4dmd.html?q=oziana+2022&page=1&pageSize=4 2022 issue of ''Oziana''], the Club's literary magazine, was a collection of Bob Baum's fanciful stories about his family history. He and his wife, Claire, would sometimes appear at events as L. Frank and Maud Baum to tell stories about their lives. For his many contributions, he was awarded the Oz Club's highest honor, named after his great-grandfather, in 2002.

(Information courtesy Jane Albright on Facebook. Photo courtesy [https://oz.fandom.com/wiki/Robert_A._Baum_Jr. The Oz Wiki].)

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==September 21, 2025: Elaine Merk Binder, 1930-2025==
Elaine Merk Binder, one of the last remaining actors who played a Munchkin in ''The Wizard of Oz'', passed away today at the age of 94. Born in Colorado, she appeared as an extra in several movies in the '30s, including an ''Our Gang'' short. She was one of a dozen young girls who filled in the ranks of background female Munchkins after Judy Garland's Dorothy arrives in Oz. But after 1940 she left show business, and went on to earn degrees in education and music. She appeared in the 2024 documentary series ''Memories of Oz'', reminiscing about making the movie.

(Information courtesy [https://variety.com/2025/film/news/elaine-merk-binder-dead-munchkin-wizard-of-oz-1236525749/ ''Variety''] and [https://www.imdb.com/name/nm5285756/ IMDB].)

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==August 8, 2025: ''The Baum Bugle'' Spring 2025==
[[file:Bbspring25.png|400 px|right]] The latest issue of ''The Baum Bugle'', the journal of the International Wizard of Oz Club, is now making its way to members. This issue celebrates the release of ''Wicked'' (Part 1).

In this issue:
* The front cover reprints the publicity shot of ''Wicked'' stars Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande recreating the original poster design for the ''Wicked'' stage show.
* The inside covers reprint Anton Loeb's endpaper design for the 1950 book adaptation of ''The Wizard of Oz''.
* The table of contents includes Mark Manley's ''Wicked'' tribute painting, "The Melting Occurred at the Thirteenth Hour".
* In "Letters", Oz Club President Ryan Bunch looks back at how the ''Bugle'' covered the path ''Wicked'' has taken from page to stage to screen, and ''Bugle'' editor Sarah K. Crotzer looks at how this issue's features came about.
* In "The Bugle Bulletin":
** The National Library Service (NLS) has [https://www.loc.gov/nls/new-materials/book-lists/wicked-and-the-wizard-of-oz/ a large collection of Oz materials] for the blind and print disabled.
** "Beyond the Shifting Sands" remembers recently passed Oz contributors Jean Marsh, Stephen J. Teller, Jack Van Camp, and Sally Roesch Wagner.
* Sarah K. Crotzer reacts to the ''Wicked'' film in "What Is This Feeling?"
* "What the Papers Said" looks at a number of reviews of ''Wicked'' from around the world.
* "Wicked Wares: Toys, Plushes, and Cinema Exclusives" by Jane Albright looks at a variety of ''Wicked'' movie collectibles.
* David Diket looks at the history and evolution of Wicked Witch of the West dolls in "My Beautiful Wickedness" and "David's Timeline of Beautifully Wicked Dolls".
* Karyl Carlson looks back at how she started creating [https://karylsozdolls.com/ custom Oz dolls] in "The Dollmaker of Oz".
* It's been twenty-five years since the last installment, but Carl Rexroad continues his look at political cartoons themed around ''The Wizard of Oz'' in "The Editorial Cartoons of Oz, Part 1: 125 Years Later, ''The Wizard of Oz'' Still Drives Political Debate".
* William STillman looks at the history of one of the bestselling Oz adaptations in "75 Years of Anton Loeb's ''The Wizard of Oz''".
* In "Oz in the Arts", Robert Lamont reviews [https://wizmusical.com/ the recent Broadway revival of ''The Wiz''] (now on tour).
* In "The Bugle Review":
** [https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0063377012/thewonderwizardo/ ''Elphie: A Wicked Childhood'' by Gregory Maguire], reviewed by Alan Wise.
** [https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B0DNKY21JB/thewonderwizardo/ The blu-ray release of ''Wicked''], reviewed by Sarah K. Crotzer.
** [https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/publisher/21442/double-critical-llc ''Adventules in Oz: Campaign Setting'' and ''Beasts & Beings'' role-playing campaign books], reviewed by Sarah K. Crotzer.
** [https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B0CSYB4B12/thewonderwizardo/ ''Wicked: The Game'' by Spin Master], reviewed by Sarah K. Crotzer.
* Michael Gessel remembers a recently deceased long-time Oz fan in "The Lifelong Scholar: Stephen J. Teller's Journey from Kansas to Oz".
* The back cover shows the Tonner Doll versions of Glinda and the Wicked Witch of the West.

Also included with this issue:
* This issue's Oz craft is a miniature version of the Emerald City Express train from the ''Wicked'' movie.
* And in the final (for now?) issue of ''The Emerald City Gazette'', the newspaper for younger Oz fans (of all ages), Bungle and Toto stroll through the Emerald Palace to ensure that those pesky nomes are finally gone for good.

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==July 19, 2025: Crotzer Wins L. Frank Baum Memorial Award==
This evening, Sarah K. Crotzer was presented the L. Frank Bam Memorial Award for her contributions to Oz. She has been a tireless Oz researcher and writer, with a special interest in the history of Oz games. She is also the current editor of ''The Baum Bugle'', the journal of the International Wizard of Oz Club, and recently became the longest-serving editor in Club history.

Also presented tonight were the Club's annual prizes for writing and art. This year's winners are:
* The Fred Otto Prize for Fiction:
** First place, Jesse Jury for "Four Friends of Oz"
** Second place, J. L. Bell for "Who's Got the Button?"
* The C. Warren Hollister Prize for Non-Fiction:
** First place, Rachel Graham for "An Essential Quickening: John R. Neill and the Art of Oz"
** Second place, Cynthia Ragni for "Project Ozma"
* The Rob Roy MacVeigh Prize for Art:
** First place, Jime Wimmer for "Dorothy and the Cyclone"
** Second place, Rob Lauer for "Ruth and Her Friends in Oz"

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==June 21, 2025: The Winkie Award==
Tonight, OzCon International gave its highest honor, the Winkie Award, to Sam Milazzo. The award recognizes all of the contributions Sam has made to the convention over the past few years, with presentations, panels, and generally helping out.

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==May 6, 2025: ''The Baum Bugle'' Winter 2024==
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It may be slipping back in the calendar a bit, but the latest issue of ''The Baum Bugle'', the journal of the International Wizard of Oz Club, is making its way to members' mailboxes now.

In this issue:
* All four covers celebrate the fiftieth anniversary of ''The Wiz'':
** The front cover features Stephanie Mills and Hinton Battle in [https://digitalcollections.nypl.org/items/0599e600-5cf5-0130-4cf7-58d385a7b928 a 1974 publicity shot for the musical].
** The inside front cover shows several costumes from the play on exhibit at [https://www.si.edu/museums/african-american-museum the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture].
** The inside back cover features production art for the play by Tom John.
** The back cover reproduces a new work, [https://artsofimagination.org/the-wiz-at-50/ ''The Journey from Home: Revisiting ''The Wiz'' at 50''], also by Tom John.
* In "Letters", Oz Club President Ryan Bunch reflects on fifty years of ''The Wiz'' and invites members to [the 2025 edition of the Club's annual convention in Aberdeen, South Dakota], while ''Bugle'' editor Sarah K. Crotzer also looks back at ''The Wiz'', as well as other anniversaries celebrated in this issue.
* News items highlighted in "The Bugle Bulletin":
** ''Wicked'' wins two Academy Awards, with [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KZtKj5-xE1I&ab_channel=Oscars Paul Tazewell becoming the first Black man to win the Oscar for Best Costume Design].
** The latest auction of a pair of Ruby Slippers shatters all records for the price paid for any kind of movie memorabilia.
** Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande team up to [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eedVl_LGwE4&ab_channel=PhVolleyball open the Oscars telecast with a medley of music from Oz movies].
** Recently passed Oz contributors remembered in "Beyond the Shifting Sands":
*** [https://www.abebooks.com/servlet/SearchResults?an=Baum&cm_sp=SearchF-_-home-_-Results&kn=Greg%20Hildebrandt&ref_=search_f_hp&sts=t&tn=The%20Wizard%20of%20Oz Greg Hildebrandt] and [https://www.abebooks.com/servlet/SearchResults?an=Baum&cm_sp=SearchF-_-home-_-Results&kn=Graham%20Rawle&ref_=search_f_hp&sts=t&tn=The%20Wizard%20of%20Oz Graham Rawle], both of whom illustrated ''The Wizard of Oz''.
*** Legendary composer and arranger Quincy Jones, who was an instrumental part of how ''The Wiz'' sounded in movie theaters.
* "Awards and Honors" announces Oz Club President Ryan Bunch as the recipient of the L. Frank Baum Memorial Award, the Club's highest honor, for 2024.
* "They Call My Name: An Interview with George Faison" looks at the life and career of the choreographer. His credits include the original Broadway production of ''The Wiz''.
* "The ''Wiz'' That Wasn't" by Sarah K. Crotzer digs into the casting process for the original company of ''The Wiz'' and reveals who else tried out, or was at least considered, for the major rolls. (There are some definite surprises!)
* "The ''Wiz'' That Was" by Sarah K. Crotzer looks at ''The Wiz'' costumes held by the National Museum of African American History and Culture.
* Crotzer also considers Grampa's game leg and the game you play with it in "A Few Inessential Thoughts About the Game of Scrum".
* "Coming and Going" looks at a few short thoughts about ''Grampa in Oz''.
* "Oz Under Scrutiny", once again compiled by Scott Cummings, looks at what the press of 1924 thought of ''Grampa in Oz''.
* In part two of the interview "Journey to the ''Annotated Wizard'' with Michael Patrick Hearn", the author of ''The Annotated Wizard of Oz'' recounts the aftermath of the book's original 1973 publication.
* L. Frank Baum's great-granddaughter, Gita Dorothy Morena, solves the mystery of a Baum family treasure in "A Letter to Oz Enthusiasts from a Forgotten Baum Illustration".
* "Guaranteed For a Thousand Years", a wrap-up of recent Oz events, reports on the 2024 editions of OzCon International and Oz, The National Convention.
* New products presented in "The Bugle Review":
** [https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B0DVQSJLLX/thewonderwizardo/ ''After Oz'' by Gordon McAlpine], reviewed by Mike Penick
** [https://hungrytigerpress.store/product/all-wound-up-the-making-of-the-tik-tok-man-of-oz/ ''All Wound Up: The Making of ''The Tik-Tok Man of Oz by Eric Shanower], [https://hungrytigerpress.store/product/the-tik-tok-man-of-oz-performance-script/ ''The Tik-Tok Man of Oz Performance Script'' by L. Frank Baum], and [https://hungrytigerpress.store/product/the-tik-tok-man-of-oz-piano-vocal-score/ ''The Tik-Tok Man of Oz Piano-Vocal Score'' by Louis F. Gottschalk and L. Frank Baum], reviewed by Atticus Gannaway.
** [https://joetunes.ca/ ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', ''The Marvelous Land of Oz'', and ''Ozma of Oz'' complete audio books by the Toronto Civic Light Opera Company], reviewed by Sarah K. Crotzer.
** [https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B0CST87Z4J/thewonderwizardo/ The ''Wicked'' edition of ''Monopoly''], reviewed by Sarah K. Crotzer.
** A quartet of ''Wicked'' tie-in books ([https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0593896866/thewonderwizardo/ ''I Am Elphaba''], [https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0593896882/thewonderwizardo/ ''I Am Glinda''], [https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B0CZJQXCQY/thewonderwizardo/ ''Defying Gravity: The Illustrated Lyrics''] and a replica of [https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B0CZJRSY9M/thewonderwizardo/ ''The Story of Oz & the Wonderful Wizard'']), reviewed by Atticus Gannaway.
* "Adventures in Oz" sees Brady Schwind interviewing Tom John, the original scenic designer for ''The Wiz''.

Also included with this issue:
* A registration form for [https://www.ozclub.org/oz-in-aberdeen-a-convention-to-remember/ the 2025 editino of Oz, the National Convention] in Aberdeen, South Dakota.
* A flyer for one of the Club's latest publications, [https://www.ozclub.org/product/bibliographia-baumiana/ ''Bibliographia Baumiana''].
* This issue's craft is a melting Evillene, based on the original Broadway run of ''The Wiz''.
* And in the latest issue of ''The Oz Gazette'', the newsletter for younger Oz fans (of all ages):
** Editor-in-Chief Katie Jones, with assistance from the Head of Security the Gump, updates readers on the hunt for Nomes and the Glass Cat.
** The Scarecrow's book column looks at other books puplished in 1924, like ''Grampa in Oz''.
** Based off of the article speculating what scrum might be like in ''The Baum Bugle'', the Patchwork Girl presents the board, pieces, and rules for Camette, a simplified (for space reasons) version of the game Camelot.
** Finally, a little bit of verse from…the Glass Cat?

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==May 5, 2025: Mattydale, New York, to Honor L. Frank Baum==
Mattydale, New York, will honor native son L. Frank Baum and his greatest work, ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', on May 17. Mattydale was the site of Baum's childhood home, Roselawn, and the city will commemorate Baum's birth and the 125th anniversary of the publication of the first Oz book with a historical marker at the site. The marker will be at 2601 Brewerton Road, which will soon be the site of a community center.A reception will be held from 1:00 to 5:00 pm at the Kreuger Funeral Home.

(Information courtesy [https://cnycentral.com/news/local/mattydale-celebrates-125-years-of-the-wonderful-wizard-of-oz-with-historical-marker CNYCentral].)

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==April 13, 2025: Jean Marsh, 1934-2025==
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Jean Marsh, OBE, the lauded British actor, passed away today from complications of dementia. She was 90. Born July 1, 1934 in Stoke Newington, London, she studied dance, singing, and acting before beginning her professional career in the 1950s. Among her movies were ''Cleopatra'', ''Jane Eyre'' (1972), ''Frenzy'', ''The Eagle Has Landed'', and ''Willow''. She was probably best known for her television work, however, in shows in both the United States and the United Kingdom, including appearances in ''The Twilight Zone'', ''The Saint'', ''Doctor Who'', ''I Spy'', ''Adam Adamant Lives!'', ''UFO'', ''The Waltons'', ''Hawaii Five-O'', the ''9 to 5'' series, ''The Love Boat'', ''Murder, She Wrote'', and the 1990s revival of ''The Tomorrow People''. But she is best known for co-creating, with Eileen Atkins, the period drama ''Upstairs, Downstairs'', about the servants in a great house. Marsh also starred in the show as maid Rose Buck, for which she won an Emmy Award in 1975 as well as other awards. When the BBC revived the show in 2010, Marsh was the only actor to return. Marsh and Atkins also created the series ''House of Elliott'' in 1991, which she did not appear in. For her services to drama, Marsh was made a member of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire by Queen Elizabeth II in 2012. For Oz fans, however, as well as many movie-going kids in the 1980s, she will always be known for her dual role as Nurse Wilson and Princess Mombi in the 1985 Disney film ''Return to Oz''.

(Information courtesy [https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c045dk29xqqo the BBC] and [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jean_Marsh Wikipedia].)

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==March 18, 2025: Saliterman, Ruby Slipper Thief, Dies==
Charges against Jerry Hal Saliterman, who had pled guilty to playing a part in the 2005 theft of the Ruby Slippers from the Judy Garland Museum, have been dismissed when prosecutors informed the court that he had died the day before. Saliterman's defense attorney, John Brink, confirmed the passing. The 77-year-old Saliterman had been hospitalized with lung disease and other ailments, and his most recent court appearance, in January, had been a remote feed from his hospital room. At that time, he changed his initial plea to guilty of charges of theft of a major artwork and witness tampering.

(Information courtesy [https://apnews.com/article/stolen-ruby-slippers-wizard-of-oz-death-b82e6ed5049d2f11cf9a38b38e5eb463 The Associated Press].)

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==Rumor Control==
(Because of the many questions I am asked about possible forthcoming Oz projects or other bits of pseudo-news, I have added this section to answer some of these inquiries.)

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Three horror-themed takes on Oz are currently in the works:
* It looks like [https://bloody-disgusting.com/exclusives/3919064/return-to-oz-with-gale-yellow-brick-road-poster-by-creepy-duck-design-exclusive/ ''Gale: Yellow Brick Road''], about Dorothy's granddaughter Emily being drawn into a nightmare version of Oz, will get a limited release in February 2026.
* ''Dorothy: The Haunting of Oz'' is in post-production and looking for a 2026 release.
* ''Wicked of Oz'' was announced for a release right before ''Wicked: For Good'', but was quietly withdrawn and is now awaiting another possible release.
If any of these go into general release, they'll appear on this website's events page.

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''Dorothy'' is in development for Prime Video, with executive producers Gwen Stefani, Blake Shelton, and Gina Matthews. You can see the initial report on this [https://deadline.com/2025/08/gwen-stefani-blake-shelton-wizard-of-oz-prime-video-1236497977/ right here].

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The latest Oz projects to be announced in Hollywood: ''Cheshire Crossing'', the graphic novel by Andy Weir and Sarah Anderson, optioned by Amblin Partners (see [https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/heat-vision/amblin-michael-de-luca-tackling-martian-author-s-fantasy-graphic-novel-cheshire-crossing-1255011 this report]); and an animated musical adaptation of the book ''Toto: The Dog-Gone Amazing Story of the Wizard of Oz'', where the story is told from Toto's point of view, to be produced at Warner Bros. (see [https://deadline.com/2020/10/toto-the-dog-gone-amazing-story-of-the-wizard-of-oz-animated-pic-in-the-works-at-warner-bros-1234596757/ this source]).

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Okay, yes, word has leaked out that Warner Bros. tried to talk Robert Zemeckis into directing a remake of ''The Wizard of Oz'', using the same screenplay as the famous 1939 Judy Garland version. Zemeckis already rejected the idea. This probably puts the idea on the back burner for a while, and based on the ''extreme'' negative reaction the idea got, I suspect it will stay there. Rumors of this have surfaced again, but appear to be the result of someone finding the old story and running it again.

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It's getting harder and harder to keep up with all of the currently planned Oz movie and television projects. Bear in mind that at this stage, most of it is speculation and/or not even in pre-production, or possibly even a game of "Telephone". But here are some of the current Oz movies that could be coming to your local theater in the next few years:

*''The Road to Oz'', a movie biopic about the life of L. Frank Baum and how he created Oz, starring Eddie Redmayne as Frank. (See reports [http://www.theguardian.com/film/2015/aug/06/eddie-redmayne-wizard-of-oz-author-l-frank-baum here] and [http://www.joblo.com/movie-news/eddie-redmayne-to-play-author-l-frank-baum-in-biopic-road-to-oz-268 here].)
*''Dark Oz 3-D'', based on the old Caliber comic book.
*A non-musical, faithful adaptation of ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'' from New Line and [http://www.templehillent.com/ Temple Hill].
*''The Oz Wars'', which would have the witches fighting for control of the Emerald City while the Wizard leads the resistance.
*John Boorman's [http://www.actionsynthese.com/index2.php?language=en animated adaptation of ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz''] seems to be on track for release — in France. Once it's released, an English-language release will likely come out soon afterwards. (However, in a [http://www.filmireland.net/2011/03/16/interview-with-john-boorman/ recent interview], Boorman admitted that the project has stalled due to lack of funding.)
*''Oz: Return to the Emerald City'' was one of two possible competing projects at Warner Bros. This original sequel may now be shopped around to other studios, or turned into a novel.
*[http://www.independentstoriesinc.com/WonderfulWizard.htm ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz''], a low-budget independent production from Barnyard Studios and Used Productions. This is very much a shoestring production, which is looking for money and actors. But its Kickstarter campaign to raise the last money it needed was a success, so it may be finished soon.
*[http://valleywind.com/legendofoz/ ''Legend of Oz''], a modern retelling of ''The Wizard of Oz'' from Valley Wind Productions in Ottawa.
*[http://www.heyuguys.co.uk/2010/06/16/are-the-polish-brothers-planning-their-own-trip-to-oz/ ''Oz''], a new telling of ''The Wizard of Oz''.
*A still unnamed horror movie set in the 1920s with Dorothy meeting Alice in Bedlam Asylum.
*[http://www.screendaily.com/festivals/berlin/european-film-market/mcnamara-to-direct-young-santa/5066468.article ''Young Santa'']., based on L. Frank Baum's book ''The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus'' and directed by Sean McNamara.
*''How the Wizard Came to Oz'', based on two books by Donald Abbott.
*Not entirely Oz, strictly speaking, but the Judy Garland biography ''Get Happy'' may be made into a movie, featuring Anne Hathaway as Garland.

And it's not limited to movies any more. In development for television:

*[http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/heat-vision/warner-horizon-turn-oz-fantasy-420517 ''Red Brick Road''], a television series continuation of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in the style of ''Game of Thrones''. The latest word is that this is being developed for the Lifetime channel.
*[http://www.deadline.com/2013/08/cbs-developing-wizard-of-oz-themed-medical-drama-from-timbermanbeverly/ ''Dorothy''], an Oz-themed medical drama in development at CBS
*[http://www.cinemablend.com/television/Tim-Kring-Developing-Wizard-Oz-Drama-Dorothy-Must-Die-CW-58899.html ''Dorothy Must Die''], in which Dorothy has returned to Oz and become a dictator, in development at the CW. This would be based on the book series of the same name.
*''Warriors of Oz'', a post-apocalyptic version in development at Syfy.
* A ''Wicked'' television miniseries, based on the original book (not the stage musical). Salma Hayak was attached to this as a producer. When last heard of, it was under development at ABC.

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No, Peter Jackson is ''not'' producing or directing a billion-dollar all-CGI remake of ''The Wizard of Oz'' for Warner Bros. How do stories like this get started? Oh, maybe in [http://www.aintitcool.com/node/31184 stories like this]...

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In recent years, there have been proposals for other Oz or related projects, none of which now appear that they will get off the ground. Among them:

*''Lost in Oz'', a series that was to feature Melissa George as a Kansas university student who is whisked to Oz sixty years after the events of ''The Wizard of Oz'' (The Movie) and helping to spearhead a rebellion against the new Wicked Witch of the West. Although developed for the WB and a pilot film produced, it was never picked up, nor the pilot shown. (But keep an eye out on auction sites, as a bootleg DVD sometimes shows up…)
*A television miniseries based on Gregory Maguire's novel ''Wicked'', with Demi Moore in the title role. (There are stories that the people developing this version later pushed their involvement into the musical version now playing on Broadway and elsewhere.)
*''The O. Z.'', a hip-hop flavored re-telling of ''The Wizard of Oz'' for Fox. Among the rumored Dorothy's at one point were Brandy, Mya, and the late Aaliyah. Justin Timberlake, John Leuizamo, and Little Richard were mentioned for other parts.
*''Surrender Dorothy''. Drew Barrymore as Dorothy's great-granddaughter coming to Oz, and battling the Wicked Witch of the West's granddaughter. (Rumors of this recently resurfaced, but were quickly squelched. This project is dead.)
*''Somewhere'' starring Elizabeth Taylor as Dorothy, now a grandmother, returning to Oz. The deaths of both Taylor and developer Rod Steiger means this is unlikely to ever happen.
*''Pamela West'', where the Wicked Witch is the innocent victim and Dorothy (with Toto as a pit bull) is the evil interloper.
*''The Land of Oz'' (not based on the book of the same name), produced by Hallmark for NBC. This eventually became the basis for the Sci Fi Channel miniseries ''Tin Man''.
*''The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus'' from Circa Pictures. It's no longer listed on their website.
*''The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus'' from Hyde Park Entertainment and Toonz Entertainment.
*A Bollywood adaptation of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in India.
*A movie version of American McGee's (later cancelled) ''Oz'' video game.
*Geoff Ryman's ''Was''.

If progress is made on any of these projects, such as actually going into production or a release date announced, the news will be posted as quickly as possible on this page. But at this stage, any of these going into production is very unlikely. (However, ''Tin Man'' was part of this list for some time before its eventual completion and broadcast on the Sci-Fi Channel.)

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==February 2, 2026: ''The Baum Bugle'' Winter 2025 Issue and ''Oziana'' 2025==
The year's final issue of ''The Baum Bugle'' is back from the printers and off to members of the International Wizard of Oz Club. Look for more on this issue in the coming days.

Also available now is the 2025 issue of ''Oziana'', the Club's annual literary anthology. It is available for sale to anyone, even if they're not a member of the Club, through [https://www.lulu.com/shop/jl-bell-and-scott-b-blanke-and-nathan-m-dehoff-and-catherine-lombardi/oziana-2025/paperback/product-v8m6mke.html?page=1&pageSize=4 Lulu.com]. Look for more on this issue in the coming days as well.

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==November 13, 2025: ''The Baum Bugle'' Autumn 2025 Issue==
[[file:Bbautumn25.jpg|right]] The latest issue of ''The Baum Bugle'', the journal of the International Wizard of oz Club, is making its way to members now. This issue celebrates forty years of ''Return to Oz'', and includes a comprehensive checklist of collectibles from the 1985 Disney movie.

In this issue:

* The wraparound front cover reproduces the art, by Josh Kirby, for a 1985 British ''Return to Oz'' jigsaw puzzle.
* The inside front cover has photos, taken by Tricia Trozzi, of the New York premiere of ''Return to Oz'' in June of 1985.
* In "Letters", Oz Club President and ''Bugle'' editor Sarah K. Crotzer discuss their encounters and memories of ''Return to Oz''.
* In "The ''Bugle'' Bulletin:
** The only known manuscript of "Over the Rainbow" is now in the Library of Congress.
** Documentarian Jeffrey McHale is taking his latest movie, ''It's Dorothy!'' around the film festival circuit.
** "Beyond the Shifting Sands" remembers recently passed Oz luminaries:
*** Robert A. Baum, Jr., the great-grandson of L. Frank Baum and a noted Oz scholar and historian in his own right.
*** Dr. Richard R. Rutter, a major collector and Winkie Convention attendee, who was especially known for his extravagant Oz costumes.
*** Drew Struzan, the celebrated movie poster artist whose works included ''Return to Oz''.
* Sarah K. Crotzer looks back at the life and career of the actress known in Oz circles as Princess Mombi from ''Return to Oz'' in "So…! The Many Heads of Jean Marsh".
* Tricia Trozzi looks back at what she was doing on June 21, 1985—attending the gala premiere of ''Return to Oz'' at Radio City Music Hall—in "Movie Memories".
* Original ''Return to Oz'' reviews are collected in "What the Papers Said: 1985 Edition, A Collection of Contemporaneous Media Opinions of ''Return to Oz''".
* Robert B. Luehrs contemplates one of L. Frank Baum's earlier characters in "The Pundit of Oz: Some Random Thoughts Concerning the Woggle-Bug".
* Sarah K. Crotzer updates previous ''Bugle'' checklists with "The Ultimate ''Return to Oz'' Merchandise Checklist", a full-color insert.
* Carl Rexroad continues on from an article in a previous issue with "The Editorial Cartoons of Oz, Part 2: Modern Times with ''The Wizard of Oz''".
* Jane Albright peeks behind the curtain of the latest iteration of ''The Wizard of Oz on Ice'' in "Melt the Witch, Not the Ice".
* Noted in "The Bugle Review":
** [https://cloverpress.us/collections/prose-books/products/oz-collection-kabumpo-in-oz ''Kabumpo in Oz'' by Ruth Plumly Thompson, newly illustrated by Sara Richard] and reviewed by Atticus Gannaway.
** [https://scriveningspress.com/book/a-hundred-magical-reasons/ ''A Hundred Magical Reasons'' by Laura DeNooyer], reviewed by J. L. Bell.
** [https://insighteditions.com/products/wicked-grimmerie-collectible-hardcover-journal ''Wicked: The Grimmerie Collectible Hardcover Journal''], reviewed by Atticus Gannaway.
** Three games in which Oz characters appear: [https://www.amazon.com/Lookout-Games-LK0101-Gingerbread-House/dp/B07JH62HXN ''Gingerbread House''], [https://horribleguild.com/eu/product/similo-fables/ ''Similo: Fables''], and [https://gamefound.com/en/projects/gabe-barrett/storybook-saga-solo-game-of-the-month ''Storybook Saga''], all reviewed by Sarah K. Crotzer.
* The inside back cover reprints a 1985 Japanese ad for ''Return to Oz'' merchandise from Nakajima Toys.

Also included with this issue is the card game Don't Wear Mombi's Head, a set of cards to color, cut out, and play with.

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==''Wicked'' and ''Wicked: For Good'' Accolades and Awards==
With high profile movie releases, naturally ''Wicked'' and ''Wicked: For Good'' will receive acclaim during the film award seasons. Here, then, we will keep track of awards presented to the ''Wicked'' movies and their cast and crew, plus nominations for awards to be given later. Keep an eye on this list or the Wikipedia pages for [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_accolades_received_by_Wicked_(2024_film) ''Wicked''] and [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wicked%3A_For_Good#Accolades ''Wicked: For Good''] as more news comes in.

The awards are presented here in the chronological order they were presented:
* September 27, 2024: International Cinematographers "Manaki Brothers" Film Festival, SUMOLIGHT Creative Energy Award: Alice Brooks (Cinematographer) and Dave Smith (Gaffer)
* November 18, 2024: Heartland Film Festival, Truly Moving Picture Award: ''Wicked''
* November 23, 2024: The International Film Festival of the Art of Cinematography Camerimage, Production Designer Award: Nathan Crowley
* December 4, 2024: National Board of Review
** Best Film: ''Wicked''
** Best Director: Jon M. Chu
** Spotlight Award: the creative collaboration of Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande
* December 5, 2024: American Film Institute Awards, Top 10 Films of the Year: ''Wicked'' (alongside nine other movies)
* December 8, 2024: Washington DC Area Film Critics Film Critics Association
** Best Feature: ''Wicked''
** Best Production Design: Nathan Crowley and Lee Sandales
* December 8, 2024: Astra Film and Creative Arts Awards
** Best Picture: ''Wicked''
** Best Actress: Cynthia Erivo
** Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande (tied with Zoe Saldaña for ''Emilia Pérez'')
** Best Director: Jon M. Chu
** Best Casting: Tiffany Little Canfield and Bernard Telsey
** Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
** Best Marketing Campaign: ''Wicked''
** Best Production Design: Nathan Crowley and Lee Sandales
* December 9, 2024: Celebration of Black Cinema and Television, Actress Award—Film: Cynthia Erivo
* December 9, 2024: Michigan Movie Critics Guild, Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande
* December 9, 2024: Atlanta Film Critics Circle, Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande
* December 9, 2024: San Diego Film Critics Society
** Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande
** Best Production Design: Nathan Crowley and Lee Sandales
** Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
* December 13, 2024: African-American Film Critics Association, Innovator Award: Paul Tazewell
* December 13, 2024: Las Vegas Film Critics Society
** Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
** Best Family Film: ''Wicked''
* December 15, 2024: St. Louis Film Critics Association, Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
* December 16, 2024: Phoenix Film Critics Society
** Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande
** Best Costume Design: ''Wicked''
* December 16, 2024: Seattle Film Critics Society, Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
* December 16, 2024: Iowa Film Critics Association, Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande (tied with Isabella Rossellini in ''Conclave'')
* December 16, 2024: Southeastern Film Critics Association, Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande
* December 21, 2024: Nevada Film Critics Society
** Best Actress: Cynthia Erivo
** Best Visual Effects: Pablo Helman
* December 28, 2024: Digital Spy Readers Awards, Most Anticipated Movie of 2025: ''Wicked: For Good''
* December 30, 2024: TiBS Editors Choice Awards:
** Best Actress: Cynthia Erivo
** Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande
** Best Director: Jon M. Chu
** Best Ensemble: ''Wicked''
* January 2, 2025: Capri Hollywood-International Film Festival Award, Best Sound: ''Wicked''
* January 2, 2025: Critics Association of Central Florida
** Best Cast: ''Wicked''
** Best Production Design: ''Wicked''
** Best Sound Design: ''Wicked''
* January 3, 2025: Palm Springs International Film Festival
** Creative Impact in Acting Award: Cynthia Erivo
** Rising Star Award: Ariana Grande
* January 3, 2025: Oklahoma Film Critics Circle, Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande
* January 4, 2025: DiscussingFilm Global Critic Award, Best Production Design: ''Wicked''
* January 5, 2025: Golden Globe Awards, Cinematic and Box Office Achievement: ''Wicked''
* January 10, 2025: Music City Film Critics Association, Best Music Film: ''Wicked''
* January 10, 2025: Minnesota Film Critics Association, Best Costume Design: ''Wicked''
* January 12, 2025: Puerto Rico Critics Association
** Best Comedy/Musical: ''Wicked''
** Best Production Design: ''Wicked''
** Best Costume Design: ''Wicked''
* January 13, 2025: North Dakota Film Society, Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
* January 13, 2025: Hawaii Film Critics Society
** Best Art Direction: ''Wicked''
** Best Costume Design: ''Wicked''
** Best Visual Effects: ''Wicked''
* January 14, 2025: Portland Critics Association, Best Supporting Performance (Female): Ariana Grande
* January 16, 2025: North American Film Critics Association, Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande
* January 24, 2025: Denver Film Critics Society, Best Supporting Performance by an Actor, Female: Ariana Grande
* January 26, 2025: Satellite Awards
** Best Supporting Actress—Motion Picture: Ariana Grande
** Best Production Design: ''Wicked''
** Best Costume Design: ''Wicked''
** Best Sound: ''Wicked''
** Make-Up Award: ''Wicked''
* January 27, 2025: Online Film Critics Society, Technical Achievement Award — Choreography: ''Wicked''
* February 6, 2025: Costume Designers Guild Awards, Excellence in Sci-Fi/Fantasy Film: Paul Tazewell
* February 7, 2025: Set Decorators Society of America, Best Achievement in Décor/Design of a Comedy or Musical Feature Film: Lee Sandales and Nathan Crowley
* February 7, 2025: Critics' Choice Movie Awards
** Best Director: Jon M. Chu
** Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
** Best Production Design: Nathan Crowley and Lee Sandales
* February 7, 2025: AACTA Awards, Audience Choice Award for Favourite Film: ''Wicked''
* February 9, 2025: Santa Barbara International Film Festival, Virtuoso Award: Ariana Grande
* February 9, 2025: AARP Movies for Grownups Awards, Best Screenwriter: Winnie Holzman
* February 12, 2025: Artios Awards, Outstanding Achievement in Casting – Big Budget Feature (Comedy): Bernard Telsey, Tiffany Little Canfield, Ryan Bernard Tymensky, Tamsyn Manson
* February 13, 2025: Dorian Awards
** Supporting Film Performance of the Year: Ariana Grande
** "We're Wilde About You" Rising Star Award: Jonathan Bailey
** Galeca LGBTQIA+ Film Trailblazer: Cynthia Erivo
* February 15, 2025: Art Directors Guild Awards, Excellence in Production Design for a Fantasy Film: Nathan Crowley
* February 15, 2025: Make-Up Artists and Hair Stylists Guild
** Best Period and/or Character Make-Up in a Feature-Length Motion Picture: Frances Hannon, Alice Jones, Nuria Mbornio, Johanna Nielsen, Branka Vorkapic
** Best Period and/or Character Hair Styling in a Feature-Length Motion Picture: Frances Hannon, Sarah Nuth, Sim Camps, Gabor Kerekes
* February 16, 2025: BAFTA Film Awards
** Best Production Design: ''Wicked''
** Best Costume Design: ''Wicked''
* February 17, 2025: Black Reel Awards
** Outstanding Soundtrack: ''Wicked''
** Outstanding Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
* February 17, 2025: Latino Entertainment Journalists Society
** Best Production Design: Nathan Crowley and Lee Sandales
** Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
* February 22, 2025: NAACP Image Awards
** Outstanding Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
** Outstanding Soundtrack/Compilation Album: ''Wicked: The Soundtrack''
* February 23, 2025: Online Film and Television Association
** Best Production Design: ''Wicked''
** Best Costume Design: ''Wicked''
** Best Adapted Song: "Defying Gravity"
* February 23, 2025: Golden Reel Awards, Outstanding Achievement in Music Editing–Feature Motion Picture: Catherine Wilson, Robin Baynton
* February 28, 2025: International Cinematographers Guild Publicists Awards, Maxwell Weinberg Award for Motion Picture Publicity Campaign: ''Wicked''
* March 2, 2025: Academy Awards
** Best Costume Design: ''Wicked''
** Best Production Design: ''Wicked''
* March 11, 2025: Queerties
** Drama Movie: ''Wicked''
** Film Performance: Jonathan Bailey
** Next Big Thing: ''Wicked: For Good''
* March 14, 2025: American Cinema Editors Awards, Best Edited Feature Film – Comedy or Musical: Myron Kerstein
* March 17, 2025: iHeartRadio Music Awards, Favorite Soundtrack: ''Wicked: The Soundtrack''
* April 22, 2025: Webby Awards, Variety and Reality, General Video and Film: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a7Inn_IA-MA&ab_channel=Variety ''Wicked'' Stars Ariana Grande & Cynthia Erivo Break Down Viral "Holding Space" Interview]
* June 9, 2025: The BET Awards, Best Actress: Cynthia Erivo
* June 21, 2025: Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards:
** Favorite Movie: ''Wicked''
** Favorite Movie Actress: Ariana Grande as Glinda
** Favorite Song from a Movie: "Defying Gravity"
* July 3, 2025: Astra Midseason Movie Awards, Most Anticipated Film: ''Wicked: For Good''
* August 5, 2025: Las Culturista Culture Awards, Harshest Truth About ''Wicked'': Phannee not realized, we don't get into his gay story (What was that like? Was it hard coming out or was Pfannee born wealthy? Prequel idea about this.)
* October 19, 2025: Middleburg Film Festival, Creative Collaborators Award: Alice Brooks (cinematographer) and Myron Kerstein (editor), ''Wicked: For Good''
* October 26, 2025: Savannah Film Festival, Vanguard Director Award: Jon M. Chu
* November 3, 2025: ''People'' Magazine's Sexiest Man Alive: Jonathan Bailey
* November 4, 2025: Media Access Awards, Christopher Reeve Acting Award: Marissa Bode
* November 19, 2025: Hollywood Music in Media Awards, Music Themed Film, Biopic, or Musical: ''Wicked: For Good'', Jon M. Chu
* December 3, 2025: National Board of Review: Top 10 Films (one of ten, but not Film of the Year)
* December 4, 2025: American Film Institute Awards: Top 10 Films (one of ten)
* December 9, 2025: African-American Film Critics Association, Top Ten Films of the Year: ''Wicked: For Good''
* December 11, 2025: Astra Film Awards, Best Visual Effects: ''Wicked: For Good'', Pablo Helman, Jonathan Fawkner, Anthony Smith, Dale Newton, and Paul Corbould
* December 15, 2025: San Diego Film Critics Society, Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell, ''Wicked: For Good''
* December 19, 2025: Las Vegas Film Critics Society, Top Ten Films of the Year: ''Wicked: For Good''
* December 28, 2025: Iowa Film Critics Association
** Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande
** Best Song, "The Girl in the Bubble"
* December 29, 2025: The King's New Year's Honours List: Cynthia Erivo is named a Member of the British Empire (MBE)
* January 9, 2026: Astra Film Awards, Best Supporting Actress—Comedy or Musical: Ariana Grande
* January 16, 2026: American Cinematheque Tribute to the Crafts Awards, Choreography: Christopher Scott
* February 1, 2026: London Film Critics' Circle, Derek Malcolm Award for Innovation: Cynthia Erivo
* February 1, 2026: The Grammy Awards, Best Pop Duo/Group Performance: Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande, "Defying Gravity"
* February 8, 2026: Santa Barbara International Film Festival, Kirk Douglas Award: Cynthia Erivo
* February 9, 2026: The Lumiere Awards, the Judy Garland Award: Jon M. Chu

''Wicked'' and ''Wicked: For Good'' have the following nominations for forthcoming awards:
* February 6, 2026: Society of Composers & Lyricists
** Outstanding Original Score for a Studio Film: John Powell and Stephen Schwartz
** Outstanding Original Song For A Comedy Or Musical Visual Media Production: "No Place Like Home", Stephen Schwartz; "The Girl in the Bubble", Stephen Schwartz
* February 12, 2026: Costume Designers Guild Awards, Excellence in Sci-Fi/Fantasy Film: Paul Tazewell
* February 14, 2026: Make-Up Artists & Hair Stylists Guild
** Best Period and/or Character Make-Up: Frances Hannon, Alice Jones, Nuria Mbomio, and Sarah Nuth, ''Wicked: For Good''
** Best Period Hair Styling and/or Character Hair Styling: Frances Hannon, Sim Camps, Gabor Kerekes, and Laura Blount, ''Wicked: For Good''
** Best Special Make-Up Effects: Frances Hannon, Mark Coulier, Stephen Murphy, and Susie Redfern, ''Wicked: For Good''
* February 15, 2026: Online Film & Television Association
** Best Supporting Actress: Ariana Grande
** Best Original Song: "The Girl in the Bubble"; "No Place Like Home"
** Best Adapted Song: "As Long As You're Mine"; "For Good"; "No Good Deed"
** Best Production Design: Nathan Crowley and Lee Sandales
** Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
** Best Makeup and Hair: Frances Hannon, Mark Coulier, and Laura Blount
** Best Movie Trailer: ''Wicked: For Good''
* February 16, 2026: Black Reel Awards
** Outstanding Film: ''Wicked: For Good''
** Outstanding Lead Performance: Cynthia Erivo
** Outstanding Soundtrack: ''Wicked: For Good—The Soundtrack''
** Outstanding Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
** Outstanding Production Design: Nathan Crowley and Lee Sandales
* February 21, 2026: Set Decorators Society of America Awards, Best Achievement in Décor/Design of a Comedy or Musical Feature Film: Nathan Crowley and Lee Sandales
* February 25, 2026: Visual Effects Society Awards, Outstanding Model in a Photoreal or Animated Project: "Bison" – Marco Chau, Giorgio Pennisi, Sowmya Ramakumar, Balazs Meszaros
* February 26, 2026: Artios Awards, Feature Big Budget–Comedy: Bernard Telsey, Tiffany Little Canfield; Ryan Bernard Tymensky (Associate Casting Director); Tamsyn Manson (Location Casting Director)
* February 28, 2026: ADG Excellence in Production Design Awards, Excellence in Production Design for a Fantasy Film: Nathan Crowley
* February 28, 2026: NAACP Image Awards
** Outstanding Motion Picture: ''Wicked: For Good''
** Outstanding Actress in a Motion Picture: Cynthia Erivo
** Outstanding Ensemble Cast in a Motion Picture: Jonathan Bailey, Marissa Bode, Colman Domingo, Cynthia Erivo, Jeff Goldblum, Ariana Grande, Ethan Slater, Bowen Yang, Michelle Yeoh
** Outstanding Costume Design (Television or Motion Picture): Paul Tazewell
** Outstanding Soundtrack/Compilation Album: ''Wicked: For Good—The Soundtrack''
* February 28, 2026: The Brit Awards, Song of the Year: "Defying Gravity", Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande
* March 1, 2026: Actor Awards, Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Supporting Role: Ariana Grande
* March 3, 2026: Dorian Awards
** Supporting Film Performance of the Year: Ariana Grande
** Campiest Flick: ''Wicked: For Good''
** Wilde Artist Award: Cynthia Erivo
** Galeca LGBTQIA+ Film Trailblazer: Jonathan Bailey
* March 8, 2026: Satellite Awards
** Best Actress in a Motion Picture – Comedy or Musical: Cynthia Erivo
** Best Actress in a Supporting Role: Ariana Grande
** Best Original Song: "No Place Like Home", Stephen Schwartz; "The Girl in the Bubble", Stephen Schwartz
** Best Sound: Nancy Nugent Title, John Marquis, Andy Nelson, Simon Hayes, and Jack Dolman
** Best Production Design: Nathan Crowley and Lee Sandales
** Best Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
** Best Makeup and Hair: Frances Hannon, Mark Coulier, and Laura Blount
* March 8, 2026: The Saturn Awards
** Best Fantasy Film: ''Wicked: For Good''
** Best Actress in a Film: Cynthia Erivo, ''Wicked: For Good''
** Best Supporting Actor in a Film: Jeff Goldblum, ''Wicked: For Good''
** Best Supporting Actress in a Film: Ariana Grande, ''Wicked: For Good''
** Best Film Music: John Powell and Stephen Schwartz, ''Wicked: For Good''
** Best Film Production Design: Nathan Crowley and Lee Sandales, ''Wicked: For Good''
** Best Film Costume Design: Paul Tazewell, ''Wicked: For Good''
** Best Film Make-Up: Mark Coulier and Frances Hannon, ''Wicked: For Good''
** Best Film Visual/Special Effects: Pablo Helman and Dale Newton, ''Wicked: For Good''
** Best 4K Home Media Release: ''Wicked''
* March 26, 2026: iHeartRadio Music Awards
** Favorite Soundtrack: ''Wicked: For Good—The Soundtrack''
** Favorite On Screen: Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande

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==October 8, 2025: Robert A. Baum, 1942-2025==
[[file:Robert_A_Baum_Jr.webp|300 px|center]] Robert A. "Bob" Baum, great-grandson of L. Frank Baum and an important Oz scholar in his own right, passed away today at the age of 83. His generosity in sharing his family's collection and history has been a boon to Oz in many ways. Museums, documentaries, and Oz festivals and conventions have all been enhanced by Bob's donations. He was a consultant on the 1990 television movie ''The Dreamer of Oz'', a biopic of his great-grandfather, and even recreated Frank's home office on set using items from his own collection. He served the International Wizard of Oz Club as a director and contributor to ''The Baum Bugle'', as well as frequent convention guest. The [https://www.lulu.com/shop/bob-baum-and-don-abbott-and-rob-lauer-and-autumn-rose-frodelius/oziana-2022/paperback/product-pv4dmd.html?q=oziana+2022&page=1&pageSize=4 2022 issue of ''Oziana''], the Club's literary magazine, was a collection of Bob Baum's fanciful stories about his family history. He and his wife, Claire, would sometimes appear at events as L. Frank and Maud Baum to tell stories about their lives. For his many contributions, he was awarded the Oz Club's highest honor, named after his great-grandfather, in 2002.

(Information courtesy Jane Albright on Facebook. Photo courtesy [https://oz.fandom.com/wiki/Robert_A._Baum_Jr. The Oz Wiki].)

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==September 21, 2025: Elaine Merk Binder, 1930-2025==
Elaine Merk Binder, one of the last remaining actors who played a Munchkin in ''The Wizard of Oz'', passed away today at the age of 94. Born in Colorado, she appeared as an extra in several movies in the '30s, including an ''Our Gang'' short. She was one of a dozen young girls who filled in the ranks of background female Munchkins after Judy Garland's Dorothy arrives in Oz. But after 1940 she left show business, and went on to earn degrees in education and music. She appeared in the 2024 documentary series ''Memories of Oz'', reminiscing about making the movie.

(Information courtesy [https://variety.com/2025/film/news/elaine-merk-binder-dead-munchkin-wizard-of-oz-1236525749/ ''Variety''] and [https://www.imdb.com/name/nm5285756/ IMDB].)

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==August 8, 2025: ''The Baum Bugle'' Spring 2025==
[[file:Bbspring25.png|400 px|right]] The latest issue of ''The Baum Bugle'', the journal of the International Wizard of Oz Club, is now making its way to members. This issue celebrates the release of ''Wicked'' (Part 1).

In this issue:
* The front cover reprints the publicity shot of ''Wicked'' stars Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande recreating the original poster design for the ''Wicked'' stage show.
* The inside covers reprint Anton Loeb's endpaper design for the 1950 book adaptation of ''The Wizard of Oz''.
* The table of contents includes Mark Manley's ''Wicked'' tribute painting, "The Melting Occurred at the Thirteenth Hour".
* In "Letters", Oz Club President Ryan Bunch looks back at how the ''Bugle'' covered the path ''Wicked'' has taken from page to stage to screen, and ''Bugle'' editor Sarah K. Crotzer looks at how this issue's features came about.
* In "The Bugle Bulletin":
** The National Library Service (NLS) has [https://www.loc.gov/nls/new-materials/book-lists/wicked-and-the-wizard-of-oz/ a large collection of Oz materials] for the blind and print disabled.
** "Beyond the Shifting Sands" remembers recently passed Oz contributors Jean Marsh, Stephen J. Teller, Jack Van Camp, and Sally Roesch Wagner.
* Sarah K. Crotzer reacts to the ''Wicked'' film in "What Is This Feeling?"
* "What the Papers Said" looks at a number of reviews of ''Wicked'' from around the world.
* "Wicked Wares: Toys, Plushes, and Cinema Exclusives" by Jane Albright looks at a variety of ''Wicked'' movie collectibles.
* David Diket looks at the history and evolution of Wicked Witch of the West dolls in "My Beautiful Wickedness" and "David's Timeline of Beautifully Wicked Dolls".
* Karyl Carlson looks back at how she started creating [https://karylsozdolls.com/ custom Oz dolls] in "The Dollmaker of Oz".
* It's been twenty-five years since the last installment, but Carl Rexroad continues his look at political cartoons themed around ''The Wizard of Oz'' in "The Editorial Cartoons of Oz, Part 1: 125 Years Later, ''The Wizard of Oz'' Still Drives Political Debate".
* William STillman looks at the history of one of the bestselling Oz adaptations in "75 Years of Anton Loeb's ''The Wizard of Oz''".
* In "Oz in the Arts", Robert Lamont reviews [https://wizmusical.com/ the recent Broadway revival of ''The Wiz''] (now on tour).
* In "The Bugle Review":
** [https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0063377012/thewonderwizardo/ ''Elphie: A Wicked Childhood'' by Gregory Maguire], reviewed by Alan Wise.
** [https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B0DNKY21JB/thewonderwizardo/ The blu-ray release of ''Wicked''], reviewed by Sarah K. Crotzer.
** [https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/publisher/21442/double-critical-llc ''Adventules in Oz: Campaign Setting'' and ''Beasts & Beings'' role-playing campaign books], reviewed by Sarah K. Crotzer.
** [https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B0CSYB4B12/thewonderwizardo/ ''Wicked: The Game'' by Spin Master], reviewed by Sarah K. Crotzer.
* Michael Gessel remembers a recently deceased long-time Oz fan in "The Lifelong Scholar: Stephen J. Teller's Journey from Kansas to Oz".
* The back cover shows the Tonner Doll versions of Glinda and the Wicked Witch of the West.

Also included with this issue:
* This issue's Oz craft is a miniature version of the Emerald City Express train from the ''Wicked'' movie.
* And in the final (for now?) issue of ''The Emerald City Gazette'', the newspaper for younger Oz fans (of all ages), Bungle and Toto stroll through the Emerald Palace to ensure that those pesky nomes are finally gone for good.

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==July 19, 2025: Crotzer Wins L. Frank Baum Memorial Award==
This evening, Sarah K. Crotzer was presented the L. Frank Bam Memorial Award for her contributions to Oz. She has been a tireless Oz researcher and writer, with a special interest in the history of Oz games. She is also the current editor of ''The Baum Bugle'', the journal of the International Wizard of Oz Club, and recently became the longest-serving editor in Club history.

Also presented tonight were the Club's annual prizes for writing and art. This year's winners are:
* The Fred Otto Prize for Fiction:
** First place, Jesse Jury for "Four Friends of Oz"
** Second place, J. L. Bell for "Who's Got the Button?"
* The C. Warren Hollister Prize for Non-Fiction:
** First place, Rachel Graham for "An Essential Quickening: John R. Neill and the Art of Oz"
** Second place, Cynthia Ragni for "Project Ozma"
* The Rob Roy MacVeigh Prize for Art:
** First place, Jime Wimmer for "Dorothy and the Cyclone"
** Second place, Rob Lauer for "Ruth and Her Friends in Oz"

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==June 21, 2025: The Winkie Award==
Tonight, OzCon International gave its highest honor, the Winkie Award, to Sam Milazzo. The award recognizes all of the contributions Sam has made to the convention over the past few years, with presentations, panels, and generally helping out.

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==May 6, 2025: ''The Baum Bugle'' Winter 2024==
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It may be slipping back in the calendar a bit, but the latest issue of ''The Baum Bugle'', the journal of the International Wizard of Oz Club, is making its way to members' mailboxes now.

In this issue:
* All four covers celebrate the fiftieth anniversary of ''The Wiz'':
** The front cover features Stephanie Mills and Hinton Battle in [https://digitalcollections.nypl.org/items/0599e600-5cf5-0130-4cf7-58d385a7b928 a 1974 publicity shot for the musical].
** The inside front cover shows several costumes from the play on exhibit at [https://www.si.edu/museums/african-american-museum the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture].
** The inside back cover features production art for the play by Tom John.
** The back cover reproduces a new work, [https://artsofimagination.org/the-wiz-at-50/ ''The Journey from Home: Revisiting ''The Wiz'' at 50''], also by Tom John.
* In "Letters", Oz Club President Ryan Bunch reflects on fifty years of ''The Wiz'' and invites members to [the 2025 edition of the Club's annual convention in Aberdeen, South Dakota], while ''Bugle'' editor Sarah K. Crotzer also looks back at ''The Wiz'', as well as other anniversaries celebrated in this issue.
* News items highlighted in "The Bugle Bulletin":
** ''Wicked'' wins two Academy Awards, with [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KZtKj5-xE1I&ab_channel=Oscars Paul Tazewell becoming the first Black man to win the Oscar for Best Costume Design].
** The latest auction of a pair of Ruby Slippers shatters all records for the price paid for any kind of movie memorabilia.
** Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande team up to [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eedVl_LGwE4&ab_channel=PhVolleyball open the Oscars telecast with a medley of music from Oz movies].
** Recently passed Oz contributors remembered in "Beyond the Shifting Sands":
*** [https://www.abebooks.com/servlet/SearchResults?an=Baum&cm_sp=SearchF-_-home-_-Results&kn=Greg%20Hildebrandt&ref_=search_f_hp&sts=t&tn=The%20Wizard%20of%20Oz Greg Hildebrandt] and [https://www.abebooks.com/servlet/SearchResults?an=Baum&cm_sp=SearchF-_-home-_-Results&kn=Graham%20Rawle&ref_=search_f_hp&sts=t&tn=The%20Wizard%20of%20Oz Graham Rawle], both of whom illustrated ''The Wizard of Oz''.
*** Legendary composer and arranger Quincy Jones, who was an instrumental part of how ''The Wiz'' sounded in movie theaters.
* "Awards and Honors" announces Oz Club President Ryan Bunch as the recipient of the L. Frank Baum Memorial Award, the Club's highest honor, for 2024.
* "They Call My Name: An Interview with George Faison" looks at the life and career of the choreographer. His credits include the original Broadway production of ''The Wiz''.
* "The ''Wiz'' That Wasn't" by Sarah K. Crotzer digs into the casting process for the original company of ''The Wiz'' and reveals who else tried out, or was at least considered, for the major rolls. (There are some definite surprises!)
* "The ''Wiz'' That Was" by Sarah K. Crotzer looks at ''The Wiz'' costumes held by the National Museum of African American History and Culture.
* Crotzer also considers Grampa's game leg and the game you play with it in "A Few Inessential Thoughts About the Game of Scrum".
* "Coming and Going" looks at a few short thoughts about ''Grampa in Oz''.
* "Oz Under Scrutiny", once again compiled by Scott Cummings, looks at what the press of 1924 thought of ''Grampa in Oz''.
* In part two of the interview "Journey to the ''Annotated Wizard'' with Michael Patrick Hearn", the author of ''The Annotated Wizard of Oz'' recounts the aftermath of the book's original 1973 publication.
* L. Frank Baum's great-granddaughter, Gita Dorothy Morena, solves the mystery of a Baum family treasure in "A Letter to Oz Enthusiasts from a Forgotten Baum Illustration".
* "Guaranteed For a Thousand Years", a wrap-up of recent Oz events, reports on the 2024 editions of OzCon International and Oz, The National Convention.
* New products presented in "The Bugle Review":
** [https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B0DVQSJLLX/thewonderwizardo/ ''After Oz'' by Gordon McAlpine], reviewed by Mike Penick
** [https://hungrytigerpress.store/product/all-wound-up-the-making-of-the-tik-tok-man-of-oz/ ''All Wound Up: The Making of ''The Tik-Tok Man of Oz by Eric Shanower], [https://hungrytigerpress.store/product/the-tik-tok-man-of-oz-performance-script/ ''The Tik-Tok Man of Oz Performance Script'' by L. Frank Baum], and [https://hungrytigerpress.store/product/the-tik-tok-man-of-oz-piano-vocal-score/ ''The Tik-Tok Man of Oz Piano-Vocal Score'' by Louis F. Gottschalk and L. Frank Baum], reviewed by Atticus Gannaway.
** [https://joetunes.ca/ ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', ''The Marvelous Land of Oz'', and ''Ozma of Oz'' complete audio books by the Toronto Civic Light Opera Company], reviewed by Sarah K. Crotzer.
** [https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B0CST87Z4J/thewonderwizardo/ The ''Wicked'' edition of ''Monopoly''], reviewed by Sarah K. Crotzer.
** A quartet of ''Wicked'' tie-in books ([https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0593896866/thewonderwizardo/ ''I Am Elphaba''], [https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0593896882/thewonderwizardo/ ''I Am Glinda''], [https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B0CZJQXCQY/thewonderwizardo/ ''Defying Gravity: The Illustrated Lyrics''] and a replica of [https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B0CZJRSY9M/thewonderwizardo/ ''The Story of Oz & the Wonderful Wizard'']), reviewed by Atticus Gannaway.
* "Adventures in Oz" sees Brady Schwind interviewing Tom John, the original scenic designer for ''The Wiz''.

Also included with this issue:
* A registration form for [https://www.ozclub.org/oz-in-aberdeen-a-convention-to-remember/ the 2025 editino of Oz, the National Convention] in Aberdeen, South Dakota.
* A flyer for one of the Club's latest publications, [https://www.ozclub.org/product/bibliographia-baumiana/ ''Bibliographia Baumiana''].
* This issue's craft is a melting Evillene, based on the original Broadway run of ''The Wiz''.
* And in the latest issue of ''The Oz Gazette'', the newsletter for younger Oz fans (of all ages):
** Editor-in-Chief Katie Jones, with assistance from the Head of Security the Gump, updates readers on the hunt for Nomes and the Glass Cat.
** The Scarecrow's book column looks at other books puplished in 1924, like ''Grampa in Oz''.
** Based off of the article speculating what scrum might be like in ''The Baum Bugle'', the Patchwork Girl presents the board, pieces, and rules for Camette, a simplified (for space reasons) version of the game Camelot.
** Finally, a little bit of verse from…the Glass Cat?

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==May 5, 2025: Mattydale, New York, to Honor L. Frank Baum==
Mattydale, New York, will honor native son L. Frank Baum and his greatest work, ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', on May 17. Mattydale was the site of Baum's childhood home, Roselawn, and the city will commemorate Baum's birth and the 125th anniversary of the publication of the first Oz book with a historical marker at the site. The marker will be at 2601 Brewerton Road, which will soon be the site of a community center.A reception will be held from 1:00 to 5:00 pm at the Kreuger Funeral Home.

(Information courtesy [https://cnycentral.com/news/local/mattydale-celebrates-125-years-of-the-wonderful-wizard-of-oz-with-historical-marker CNYCentral].)

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==April 13, 2025: Jean Marsh, 1934-2025==
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Jean Marsh, OBE, the lauded British actor, passed away today from complications of dementia. She was 90. Born July 1, 1934 in Stoke Newington, London, she studied dance, singing, and acting before beginning her professional career in the 1950s. Among her movies were ''Cleopatra'', ''Jane Eyre'' (1972), ''Frenzy'', ''The Eagle Has Landed'', and ''Willow''. She was probably best known for her television work, however, in shows in both the United States and the United Kingdom, including appearances in ''The Twilight Zone'', ''The Saint'', ''Doctor Who'', ''I Spy'', ''Adam Adamant Lives!'', ''UFO'', ''The Waltons'', ''Hawaii Five-O'', the ''9 to 5'' series, ''The Love Boat'', ''Murder, She Wrote'', and the 1990s revival of ''The Tomorrow People''. But she is best known for co-creating, with Eileen Atkins, the period drama ''Upstairs, Downstairs'', about the servants in a great house. Marsh also starred in the show as maid Rose Buck, for which she won an Emmy Award in 1975 as well as other awards. When the BBC revived the show in 2010, Marsh was the only actor to return. Marsh and Atkins also created the series ''House of Elliott'' in 1991, which she did not appear in. For her services to drama, Marsh was made a member of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire by Queen Elizabeth II in 2012. For Oz fans, however, as well as many movie-going kids in the 1980s, she will always be known for her dual role as Nurse Wilson and Princess Mombi in the 1985 Disney film ''Return to Oz''.

(Information courtesy [https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c045dk29xqqo the BBC] and [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jean_Marsh Wikipedia].)

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==March 18, 2025: Saliterman, Ruby Slipper Thief, Dies==
Charges against Jerry Hal Saliterman, who had pled guilty to playing a part in the 2005 theft of the Ruby Slippers from the Judy Garland Museum, have been dismissed when prosecutors informed the court that he had died the day before. Saliterman's defense attorney, John Brink, confirmed the passing. The 77-year-old Saliterman had been hospitalized with lung disease and other ailments, and his most recent court appearance, in January, had been a remote feed from his hospital room. At that time, he changed his initial plea to guilty of charges of theft of a major artwork and witness tampering.

(Information courtesy [https://apnews.com/article/stolen-ruby-slippers-wizard-of-oz-death-b82e6ed5049d2f11cf9a38b38e5eb463 The Associated Press].)

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==Rumor Control==
(Because of the many questions I am asked about possible forthcoming Oz projects or other bits of pseudo-news, I have added this section to answer some of these inquiries.)

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Three horror-themed takes on Oz are currently in the works:
* It looks like [https://bloody-disgusting.com/exclusives/3919064/return-to-oz-with-gale-yellow-brick-road-poster-by-creepy-duck-design-exclusive/ ''Gale: Yellow Brick Road''], about Dorothy's granddaughter Emily being drawn into a nightmare version of Oz, will get a limited release in February 2026.
* ''Dorothy: The Haunting of Oz'' is in post-production and looking for a 2026 release.
* ''Wicked of Oz'' was announced for a release right before ''Wicked: For Good'', but was quietly withdrawn and is now awaiting another possible release.
If any of these go into general release, they'll appear on this website's events page.

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''Dorothy'' is in development for Prime Video, with executive producers Gwen Stefani, Blake Shelton, and Gina Matthews. You can see the initial report on this [https://deadline.com/2025/08/gwen-stefani-blake-shelton-wizard-of-oz-prime-video-1236497977/ right here].

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The latest Oz projects to be announced in Hollywood: ''Cheshire Crossing'', the graphic novel by Andy Weir and Sarah Anderson, optioned by Amblin Partners (see [https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/heat-vision/amblin-michael-de-luca-tackling-martian-author-s-fantasy-graphic-novel-cheshire-crossing-1255011 this report]); and an animated musical adaptation of the book ''Toto: The Dog-Gone Amazing Story of the Wizard of Oz'', where the story is told from Toto's point of view, to be produced at Warner Bros. (see [https://deadline.com/2020/10/toto-the-dog-gone-amazing-story-of-the-wizard-of-oz-animated-pic-in-the-works-at-warner-bros-1234596757/ this source]).

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Okay, yes, word has leaked out that Warner Bros. tried to talk Robert Zemeckis into directing a remake of ''The Wizard of Oz'', using the same screenplay as the famous 1939 Judy Garland version. Zemeckis already rejected the idea. This probably puts the idea on the back burner for a while, and based on the ''extreme'' negative reaction the idea got, I suspect it will stay there. Rumors of this have surfaced again, but appear to be the result of someone finding the old story and running it again.

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It's getting harder and harder to keep up with all of the currently planned Oz movie and television projects. Bear in mind that at this stage, most of it is speculation and/or not even in pre-production, or possibly even a game of "Telephone". But here are some of the current Oz movies that could be coming to your local theater in the next few years:

*''The Road to Oz'', a movie biopic about the life of L. Frank Baum and how he created Oz, starring Eddie Redmayne as Frank. (See reports [http://www.theguardian.com/film/2015/aug/06/eddie-redmayne-wizard-of-oz-author-l-frank-baum here] and [http://www.joblo.com/movie-news/eddie-redmayne-to-play-author-l-frank-baum-in-biopic-road-to-oz-268 here].)
*''Dark Oz 3-D'', based on the old Caliber comic book.
*A non-musical, faithful adaptation of ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'' from New Line and [http://www.templehillent.com/ Temple Hill].
*''The Oz Wars'', which would have the witches fighting for control of the Emerald City while the Wizard leads the resistance.
*John Boorman's [http://www.actionsynthese.com/index2.php?language=en animated adaptation of ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz''] seems to be on track for release — in France. Once it's released, an English-language release will likely come out soon afterwards. (However, in a [http://www.filmireland.net/2011/03/16/interview-with-john-boorman/ recent interview], Boorman admitted that the project has stalled due to lack of funding.)
*''Oz: Return to the Emerald City'' was one of two possible competing projects at Warner Bros. This original sequel may now be shopped around to other studios, or turned into a novel.
*[http://www.independentstoriesinc.com/WonderfulWizard.htm ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz''], a low-budget independent production from Barnyard Studios and Used Productions. This is very much a shoestring production, which is looking for money and actors. But its Kickstarter campaign to raise the last money it needed was a success, so it may be finished soon.
*[http://valleywind.com/legendofoz/ ''Legend of Oz''], a modern retelling of ''The Wizard of Oz'' from Valley Wind Productions in Ottawa.
*[http://www.heyuguys.co.uk/2010/06/16/are-the-polish-brothers-planning-their-own-trip-to-oz/ ''Oz''], a new telling of ''The Wizard of Oz''.
*A still unnamed horror movie set in the 1920s with Dorothy meeting Alice in Bedlam Asylum.
*[http://www.screendaily.com/festivals/berlin/european-film-market/mcnamara-to-direct-young-santa/5066468.article ''Young Santa'']., based on L. Frank Baum's book ''The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus'' and directed by Sean McNamara.
*''How the Wizard Came to Oz'', based on two books by Donald Abbott.
*Not entirely Oz, strictly speaking, but the Judy Garland biography ''Get Happy'' may be made into a movie, featuring Anne Hathaway as Garland.

And it's not limited to movies any more. In development for television:

*[http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/heat-vision/warner-horizon-turn-oz-fantasy-420517 ''Red Brick Road''], a television series continuation of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in the style of ''Game of Thrones''. The latest word is that this is being developed for the Lifetime channel.
*[http://www.deadline.com/2013/08/cbs-developing-wizard-of-oz-themed-medical-drama-from-timbermanbeverly/ ''Dorothy''], an Oz-themed medical drama in development at CBS
*[http://www.cinemablend.com/television/Tim-Kring-Developing-Wizard-Oz-Drama-Dorothy-Must-Die-CW-58899.html ''Dorothy Must Die''], in which Dorothy has returned to Oz and become a dictator, in development at the CW. This would be based on the book series of the same name.
*''Warriors of Oz'', a post-apocalyptic version in development at Syfy.
* A ''Wicked'' television miniseries, based on the original book (not the stage musical). Salma Hayak was attached to this as a producer. When last heard of, it was under development at ABC.

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No, Peter Jackson is ''not'' producing or directing a billion-dollar all-CGI remake of ''The Wizard of Oz'' for Warner Bros. How do stories like this get started? Oh, maybe in [http://www.aintitcool.com/node/31184 stories like this]...

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In recent years, there have been proposals for other Oz or related projects, none of which now appear that they will get off the ground. Among them:

*''Lost in Oz'', a series that was to feature Melissa George as a Kansas university student who is whisked to Oz sixty years after the events of ''The Wizard of Oz'' (The Movie) and helping to spearhead a rebellion against the new Wicked Witch of the West. Although developed for the WB and a pilot film produced, it was never picked up, nor the pilot shown. (But keep an eye out on auction sites, as a bootleg DVD sometimes shows up…)
*A television miniseries based on Gregory Maguire's novel ''Wicked'', with Demi Moore in the title role. (There are stories that the people developing this version later pushed their involvement into the musical version now playing on Broadway and elsewhere.)
*''The O. Z.'', a hip-hop flavored re-telling of ''The Wizard of Oz'' for Fox. Among the rumored Dorothy's at one point were Brandy, Mya, and the late Aaliyah. Justin Timberlake, John Leuizamo, and Little Richard were mentioned for other parts.
*''Surrender Dorothy''. Drew Barrymore as Dorothy's great-granddaughter coming to Oz, and battling the Wicked Witch of the West's granddaughter. (Rumors of this recently resurfaced, but were quickly squelched. This project is dead.)
*''Somewhere'' starring Elizabeth Taylor as Dorothy, now a grandmother, returning to Oz. The deaths of both Taylor and developer Rod Steiger means this is unlikely to ever happen.
*''Pamela West'', where the Wicked Witch is the innocent victim and Dorothy (with Toto as a pit bull) is the evil interloper.
*''The Land of Oz'' (not based on the book of the same name), produced by Hallmark for NBC. This eventually became the basis for the Sci Fi Channel miniseries ''Tin Man''.
*''The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus'' from Circa Pictures. It's no longer listed on their website.
*''The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus'' from Hyde Park Entertainment and Toonz Entertainment.
*A Bollywood adaptation of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in India.
*A movie version of American McGee's (later cancelled) ''Oz'' video game.
*Geoff Ryman's ''Was''.

If progress is made on any of these projects, such as actually going into production or a release date announced, the news will be posted as quickly as possible on this page. But at this stage, any of these going into production is very unlikely. (However, ''Tin Man'' was part of this list for some time before its eventual completion and broadcast on the Sci-Fi Channel.)

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Other Oz events can also be found on [https://www.ozclub.org/calendar/ the International Wizard of Oz Club's online calendar].

Please note that, since I live in the United States and most Oz events take place in the United States, I will identify most event locations by city and state only. Any events taking place in other countries will include the name of the country as well.

==Going on now==
===''Wicked'' play, around the world===
'''Now playing: ''Wicked''.''' This is the award-winning musical based on Gregory Maguire's novel ''Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West''. The book is by Winnie Holzman, the music by Stephen Schwartz, and the show is directed by Joe Mantello. It has done so well, it has spawned the following productions:

* [http://www.gershwintheatre.com/ Gershwin Theater], Broadway, New York City, New York. Tickets may be purchased online at [http://www.ticketmaster.com/venue/24579 ticketmaster.com]. For more details, go to [http://wickedthemusical.com/ wickedthemusical.com]. For a "Behind the Emerald Curtain" tour on Saturday mornings, go to https://wickedthemusical.com/behind-the-emerald-curtain#scrolldown for details.

* The Apollo Victoria Theatre, The West End, London, England, United Kingdom. For more information, including booking tickets, see http://www.wickedthemusical.co.uk/.

* ''Wicked'' is also touring the United States and Canada. For more information and updates about the tour, see https://wickedthemusical.com/tickets/#tour. Here's the current schedule (locations and dates are subject to change):
** Now through February 15, 2026: [https://pittsburgh.broadway.com/shows/wicked/ Benedum Center], Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
** February 18-March 1, 2026: [https://rbtl.org/ West Herr Auditorium Theatre], Rochester, New York
** March 4-22, 2026: [https://www.ppacri.org/events/detail/wicked-2 Providence Performing Arts Center], Providence, Rhode Island
** March 25-April 5, 2026: [https://www.broadwayincolumbia.com/upcoming-shows/ Koger Center for the Arts], Columbia, South Carolina
** April 8-19, 2026: [https://www.celebrityattractions.com/shows/10200/WICKED/Little-Rock/2026 Robinson Center], Little Rock, Arkansas
** April 22-May 3, 2026: Juanita K. Hammons Hall, Springfield, Missouri
** May 6-June 14, 2026: [https://dallas.broadway.com/shows/wicked/ Music Hall at Fair Park], Dallas, Texas
** June 17-July 5, 2026: [https://ticketomaha.com/Productions/wicked Orpheum Theater], Omaha, Nebraska
** July 8-August 9, 2026: [https://hennepinarts.org/events/wicked Orpheum Theatre], Minneapolis, Minnesota
** August 12-30, 2026: [https://kansascity.broadway.com/shows/wicked/ Music Hall], Kansas City, Missouri
** September 2-20, 2026: [https://www.desmoinesperformingarts.org/whats-on/events/2025-26/broadway/wicked Des Moines Civic Center], Des Moines, Iowa

* The Korean production is now on tour. The show's website is at https://www.wickedthemusical.co.kr/Home/Index. Here are the current dates:
** February 5-March 1, 2026: Keimyung Arts Center, Daigu

* A new, non-reproduction staging, based on the Brazilian version, is now playing at the Dubai Opera in Dubai, UAE, through February 15, 2026. For more information, see the website at https://www.dubaiopera.com/en-US/product-details?ID=5facadac-b73b-f011-8c4e-0022480cfb5c.

* Another non-reproduction staging is now running at the Teatr Muzyczny ROMA in Warsaw, Poland. For more information, see https://www.teatrroma.pl/spektakl/wicked/.

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===''The Wiz'' play, national tour===
'''''The Wiz'' play, national tour.''' After its Broadway run, this new staging of the Tony-winning musical adaptation of ''The Wizard of Oz'' heads out on a North American tour. The following dates have been announced:

* February 10-15, 2026: [https://www.stgpresents.org/events/the-wiz/ Paramount Theatre], Seattle, Washington
* March 3-15, 2026: [https://cincinnati.broadway.com/shows/the-wiz/ Aronhoff Center], Cincinnati, Ohio
* April 21-26, 2026: [https://www.altriatheater.com/events/detail/the-wiz-2025 Altria Center], Richmond, Virginia
* May 5-10, 2026: [https://www.celebrityattractions.com/shows/10194/THE-WIZ/Tulsa/2026 Tulsa Performing Arts Center], Tulsa, Oklahoma
* May 12-17, 2026: [https://austin.broadway.com/shows/the-wiz/ Bass Concert Hall], Austin, Texas
* May 19-24, 2026: [https://www.okcbroadway.com/wiz Civic Center Music Hall], Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
* May 26-31, 2026: [https://americantheatreguild.com/toledo/shows/the-wiz/ Stranahan Theater], Toledo, Ohio

More dates and cities will be coming. For more information, see the show's website at https://wizmusical.com/.

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===''The Wizard of Oz on Ice'' on tour===
'''Now on Tour: ''The Wizard of Oz on Ice''.''' The new, reimagined version of the 1990s ice show returns for another season. The company has announced the following tour dates:
* February 12, 2026: Bradford Area High School Auditorium, Bradford, Pennsylvania
* February 14, 2026: [https://rivieratheatre.org/event/wizard-of-oz-ice/ Riviera Theatre], North Tonawanda, New York
* February 15, 2026: [https://theeich.org/ Eichelberger Performing Arts Center], Hanover, Pennsylvania
* February 21, 2026: [https://starcentremd.com/event/the-all-new-wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ The STAR Center], Havre de Grace, Maryland
* February 25, 2026: [https://www.springfieldartscouncil.org/event/the-all-new-wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Clark State Performing Arts Center], Springfield, Ohio
* February 26, 2026: [https://luhrscenter.com/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Luhrs Performing Arts Center], Shippensburg, Pennsylvania
* March 5, 2026: [https://www.artsblooming.org/home-bcpa Bloomington Center for the Arts], Bloomington, Illinois
* March 6, 2026: [https://leachtheatre.mst.edu/events/2025/wiz-oz-on-ice/ Leach Theatre], Rolla, Missouri
* March 7, 2026: [https://www.hutchinsonfox.com/events/the-wizard-of-oz-on-ice Hutchinson's Historic Fox Theatre], Hutchinson, Kansas
* March 8, 2026: [https://www.topekaperformingarts.org/events/2026/the-wizard-of-oz-on-ice Topeka Performing Arts Center], Topeka, Kansas
* March 11, 2026: [https://mizzouarts.missouri.edu/university-concert-series-returns-for-118th-season/ Jesse Auditorium, University of Missouri], Columbia, Missouri
* March 14, 2026: [https://www.skokospac.org/ Shokos Performing Arts Center], Alma, Arkansas
* March 15, 2026: [https://www.coppellartscenter.org/events/detail/2026-wizard-of-oz-on-ice Coppell Arts Center], Coppell, Texas
* March 19, 2026: [https://coffeecountyartsalliance.org/product/wizard/ Enterprise High School Performing Arts Center], Enterprise, Alabama
* March 20, 2026: [https://fordcenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Ford Center for the Performing Arts], Oxford, Mississippi
* March 21, 2026: [https://tickets.thegrand.com/Online/mapSelect.asp?doWork::WSmap::loadMap=Load&createBO::WSmap=1&BOparam::WSmap::loadMap::performance_ids=BF23CAB4-BB58-48F2-B25A-98FC0873E482 The Grand 1894 Opera House], Galveston, Texas
* March 22, 2026: [https://ci.ovationtix.com/35987/production/1241069?performanceId=11647305 Temple Theater], Lufkin, Texas
* March 27, 2026: [https://www.moonlightstage.com/shows-tickets Moonlight Amphitheatre], Vista, California
* March 28, 2026: [https://www.ycpac.com/Online/default.asp?BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Avenue_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Acity_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Amonth_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Aobject_type_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Acategory_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_from=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_to=&doWork%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3Asearch=1&BOparam%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3Asearch%3A%3Aarticle_search_id=EE8716B4-0827-4B0D-9ACB-038A148DF966&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_criteria=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_from=2026-3-28&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_to=2026-3-28 Jim and Linda Lee Performing Arts Center], Prescott, Arizona
* March 29, 2026: [https://tickets.haughpac.com/wizard Haugh Performing Arts Center], Glendora, California
* March 30, 2026: [https://higleycenter.org/ Higley Center for the Performing Arts], Gilbert, Arizona
* April 10, 2026: [https://www.sunsetcenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Sunset Cultural Center], Carmel-by-the-Sea, California
* April 11, 2026: [https://www.lpac.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Lancaster Performing Arts Center], Lancaster, California
* April 12, 2026: [https://livermorearts.org/ Livermore Valley Performing Arts Center], Livermore, California
* April 15, 2026: [https://craterian.org/event/the-wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Craterian Theater], Medford, Oregon
* April 16, 2026: [https://columbiatheatre.com/new-events/wizard-of-oz-on-ice Columbia Theatre], Longview, Washington
* April 17, 2026: [https://www.washingtoncenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice-4-17-2026/ Washington Center for the Performing Arts], Olympia, Washington
* April 19, 2026: [https://buttearts.org/ Mother Lode Theatre], Butte, Montana
* April 30, 2026: [https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/41568594/wizard-of-oz-on-ice-pembroke-givens-performing-arts-center?_gl=1*17vkium*_ga*MTg1OTc1NzAyOS4xNzU3MTE1MzQz*_ga_LQFXLBGNDL*czE3NTcxMTUzNDMkbzEkZzEkdDE3NTcxMTUzNzMkajMwJGwwJGgw Givens Performing Arts Center], Pembroke, North Carolina

For more information about the show, see the website at https://wizardofozonice.com/.

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===''Ozmafia'' anime series, on the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Ozmafia'' anime series, crunchyroll.com.''' In this Japanese anime series (based on the video game of the same name), Scarlet is a new transfer student at Oz Academy. He doesn't get off to a good start, but the teachers seem nice enough. But what strange secrets are hiding at Oz Academy, and why are they at war with the other academies? Episodes (in Japanese, with English subtitles) are available to view online at http://www.crunchyroll.com/ozmafia for free.

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===''The Wizard of Oz'' and ''The Wiz'', throughout the United Kingdom===
'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz'', throughout the United Kingdom.''' Oz is a popular show to perform in the United Kingdom, and there always seems to be a show going on somewhere. For a complete listing of all upcoming productions of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in the United Kingdom, see the listings at [http://www.list.co.uk/events/theatre/what:The%20Wizard%20of%20Oz/sort:date/show:100/ ''The List''], naturally. They also have listings for performances of [http://www.list.co.uk/events/theatre/what:The%20Wiz/sort:date/show:100/ ''The Wiz''].

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===''Emerald City'' television series, NBC.com===
'''''Emerald City'' television series, NBC.com''' The latest Oz TV project has gone through its broadcast run on NBC. But the show's website is still up at http://www.nbc.com/emerald-city. You can still watch episodes online at http://www.nbc.com/emerald-city/episodes, and the show is also streaming on Peacock.

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===''Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz'', Internet Streaming and Cablecast===
'''Now playing: ''Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz'' cartoon series, Internet Streaming.''' This is the latest Oz cartoon series, based (very loosely) on the famous 1939 film version. Dorothy is now a princess of Oz and living in the Emerald City with Queen Ozma. But she's still having adventures! For more information, see the show's website at https://watch.boomerang.com/shows/dorothy-franchise/series/dorothy-series/volume-1. Or, if you have the Boomerang or Cartoon Network cable channels, episodes are now being shown in territories around the world, outside the United States, also have the show, so check your local version of the Cartoon Network, Boomerang, or Max channels or websites.

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===''Lost in Oz'' series, Internet streaming===
'''Now playing: ''Lost in Oz'', Amazon Video streaming.''' This animated series from Amazon tells the story of Dorothy, a modern-day girl, and her dog Toto, who are whisked to Oz when Dorothy opens one of her mother's old journals. To get home, she must find the elements of magic and help restore magic to Oz. Fortunately she has made friends with Ojo the Munchkin and West, a trainee witch, to help her out. To get started, see Amazon's ''Lost in Oz'' website at https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00Z89MYTI! And in November of 2022, [https://www.youtube.com/embed/h4fc1XvdBrk this short was dropped] with news of what's to come.

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===''Dee & Friends in Oz'', Netflix worldwide===
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'''Now playing: ''Dee & Friends in Oz'', Netflix worldwide.''' The streaming service has announced their new shows for 2024, including ''Dee & Friends in Oz'', an animated musical series aimed at preschoolers. Dee is a young girl who discovers a key to the magical land of Oz, where she makes friends and has has adventures where she saves the day. Want a sneak peek? [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oPAZCfmc0mQ&ab_channel=NetflixJr. Here's the first episode!]

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===''Chronicles of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now streaming: The ''Chronicles of Oz'' podcast.''' This audio adaptation of the first three Oz books, each in six episodes, presents ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', ''The Marvellous Land of Oz'', and ''Ozma of Oz'', plus a special episode adapting ''The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus''. Produced by Crossover Adventure Productions out of Australia. All episodes, along with trailers and other materials, can be downloaded at http://chroniclesofoz.com/.

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===''The Royal Podcast of Oz'', the Internet===
'''Now streaming: ''The Royal Podcast of Oz'', podbean.com and other podcasting sites.''' Now running for over a decade, this podcast is devoted to all things Oz, with interviews, reviews, news, and other items of interest to Oz fans of all types. You can listen to or download all editions at https://anchor.fm/the-royal-podcast-of-oz/, or look for it on your favorite podcast site.

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===''Wait Wait…Don't Tell Me'', National Public Radio===
'''Now streaming: ''Wait Wait…Don't Tell Me'' edition of May 11, 2019, npr.org.''' The popular current events quiz show recorded this episode in St. Louis, and got one of the city's most celebrated residents to play "Not My Job". Former Cardinals shortstop and Hall of Fame inductee Ozzie Smith was nicknamed "The Wizard of Oz" in his playing days, so naturally, he gets to answer questions about ''The Wizard of Oz''! You can listen to the entire episode [https://www.npr.org/programs/wait-wait-dont-tell-me/722132214/wait-wait-for-may-11-2019-with-not-my-job-guest-ozzie-smith?showDate=2019-05-11 here], or just Smith's segment [https://www.npr.org/2019/05/11/721853591/not-my-job-we-quiz-baseball-great-ozzie-smith-on-the-wizard-of-oz here].

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===''Hit the Bricks!'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Hit the Bricks!'' podcast, the Internet.''' One hundred years after the events of ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', the Gale farm is abandoned, and a new generation is off to have adventures in Oz. The first act has now dropped, with further episodes to come. For more information, see the show's website at https://hitthebricks.com/, and its Twitter feed at https://twitter.com/HitTheBricksPod/.

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===''The Smallwood Sessions'' podcast, "The Podcast of Oz", the Internet===
'''Now playing: "The Podcast of Oz" episode of ''The Smallwood Sessions'' podcast.''' To celebrate what would have been the 2020 edition of Chittenango's Oz-Stravaganza, this podcast about upstate New York celebrates Oz and creator L. Frank Baum's connections to the area. To listen, go to https://anchor.fm/josh-taylor87/episodes/Episode-22-The-Podcast-of-Oz-ef05f4.

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===''Down the Yellow Brick Pod'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Down the Yellow Brick Pod'' podcast.''' This podcast takes a deep dive into the Oz books, one chapter at a time, and looks at all that they encompass. Available on many podcast sources, including Google Podcasts, and through [https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS8xMTcyMTM4LnJzcw?hl=en this link].

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===''The Wonderful Recap of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''The Wonderful Recap of Oz'' podcast.''' This podcast recaps the Oz books, one per episode. Available Available on many podcast sources, including Google Podcasts, and through [https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy80ZjgyMWIyYy9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw== this link].

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===''No Place Like Home'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''No Place Like Home'' podcast.''' This podcast looks at the Ruby Slippers, how they were stolen in 2005 and found again in 2018, and all the background behind them, the production of The Movie, the life of Judy Garland, and more. Available on most podcasting sites. For more information, the show's website is at https://shows.cadence13.com/podcast/noplacelikehome.

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===''The Lost Princess of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''The Lost Princess of Oz'' podcast.''' A new, original Oz story for kids (of all ages), told in six parts, with songs, and presented by the Delaware Children's Theatre. Although based on Baum's writings, this is not the same story as his novel ''The Lost Princess of Oz''. For more information, or to subscribe, see the show's website at https://www.thelostprincessofozpodcast.com/.

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===''The Wizard of Oz: A Homegrown American Fairy Tale'' radio broadcast, BBC World Service===
'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz: A Homegrown American Fairy Tale'' radio documentary, BBC World Service and online streaming.''' This program looks at the origins and mythology of ''The Wizard of Oz'' and how it came about. It is currently available to listen or download online, anywhere in the world. Check the program's website at https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/w3ct1rl9 to listen to it online, or to download it.

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===To Oz? To Oz! online convention, the Internet===
'''To Oz? To Oz! online convention.''' With so many Oz events having to be cancelled this year because of the COVID-19 pandemic, a bunch of them got together to present some of their events to a worldwide, online audience for free. The live portions of the convention have now ended, but if you go to https://ozis.us/, you can see many prerecorded talks and events.

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===The OzConnection, YouTube===
'''The OzConnection, YouTube.''' OzCon International, the world's longest running ''Wizard of Oz'' convention, now has a YouTube channel at "The OzConnection", which features highlights of earlier cons and new material. The link is at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQU5pEFZZ6n_vXvRalgclSg.

The OzConnection has recently started two shows specifically for their channel. The first is a talk show called "OZ:Connect", which you can find in a playlist at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r-NAe0FKDXk&list=PLVNfENfXbx111GmnLLJFklUVGxPl1zUC-. The other new show is "Crypto-Oz-ology", short stories about all kinds of unusual happenings in Oz, which is in a playlist at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sCoSH97u4ts&list=PLVNfENfXbx11g0DhXikoqyP0dslwHeC1h.

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===Oz Talk, YouTube===
'''''Oz Talk'' panel talk show, YouTube.''' Join five Oz friends as they discuss any and all Oz subjects under the sun. New episodes will drop every two weeks on [https://www.youtube.com/c/TheOfficialOzClub/videos the Official Oz Club's YouTube Channel]. You can find the playlist for ''Oz Talk'' at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VNINbbefPS4&list=PL3OVMLWgINCRfgeWZR8GPJOp11rR73Ssc.

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===''Fifty Years of Oziana'' Readings, Youtube===
'''''Fifty Years of Oziana'' short story readings, YouTube.''' To celebrate fifty years of ''Oziana'', the International Wizard of Oz Club's annual literary magazine, Club members read stories from the last five decades. Many authors have even revisited their own stories. You can see the playlist of all stories [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hm6WXDLg9U8&list=PL3OVMLWgINCQ2a_CDuBggCt7kCYVaS4yD right here].

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===''Rainbow'' movie, Netflix===
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'''Now playing: ''Rainbow'', on Netflix worldwide.''' The first streaming service premieres this new movie, from director Paco León, that uses themes and imagery from ''The Wizard of Oz'' to explore the coming of age of Dora, a young Spanish woman who finds that everything she thought she knew about her life may be wrong. Available in an English dub, or with English subtitles.

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===The Wizard of Oz Experience, Around the World===
'''The Wizard of Oz Experience.''' The interactive outdoors event will be making making another set of appearances around the United States, Canada, and Australia in the spring of 2024. Take a look at https://questoapp.com/ for when it's coming to your town.

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===The Wicked Wizard Afternoon Tea, London, England, United Kingdom===
'''The Wicked Wizard Afternoon Tea, The Franklin Hotel, London, England, United Kingdom.''' Enjoy an Oz-themed tea, inspired by ''The Wizard of Oz'' and ''Wicked'', in the heart of London's Knightsbridge district. Tea is served from noon to 6:00, costs £49 (spirits are extra), and reservations must be made at least twenty-four hours in advance. For more information, including the menu, see [https://collezione.starhotels.com/en/our-hotels/the-franklin-london/restaurants-and-bars/wicked-wizard-at-the-franklin.html?_gl=1*1cfuckg*_up*MQ..*_gs*MQ..*_ga*MzU1MjIzMDI0LjE3NDE1NzY0NjA.*_ga_444Y1N2CEK*MTc0MTU3NjQ1OC4xLjEuMTc0MTU3NjU3NS4wLjAuMTkzNzQwNjk0Nw..*_ga_YXSDGTQ8NB*MTc0MTU3NjQ1OC4xLjEuMTc0MTU3NjU3NS4wLjAuNDIxNjUwMTc1&gclid=Cj0KCQiAlbW-BhCMARIsADnwasphX4BQH4lMNEKBognzeTmjcu96bA-ZlcDfhhU2ouaxc5CgyV41YLMaAjUfEALw_wcB the Franklin's website].

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===''Ruby Red Handed: Stealing America’s Most Famous Pair of Shoes'', Hulu===
'''Now playing: ''Ruby Red Handed: Stealing America’s Most Famous Pair of Shoes'', Hulu Streaming Service.''' This ABC News documentary delves into the 2005 theft of a pair of Ruby Slippers in Minnesota and the subsequent investigation and recovery. Keep an eye out here for more information and links.

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===''The Wizard of Oz'', Las Vegas, Nevada===
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'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz'' at the Sphere, Las Vegas, Nevada.''' See the famous 1939 film version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in a whole new way. This is an immersive reimagining in 16K on a huge screen surrounding the audience. For more information and to buy tickets, go to https://www.thesphere.com/shows/wizard-of-oz-experience.

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===Candlelight: ''The Wizard of Oz'' concerts, around the world===
'''Candlelight: ''The Wizard of OZ'' concerts, around the world.''' In conjunction with Warner Bros., Candlelight is presenting songs from the famous movie version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in venues around the world amidst a sea of flickering candles. For more information, or to locate a concert, see the website at https://candlelightexperience.com/wizard-of-oz-concerts/.

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===The Land of Oz: Beyond the Page Museum Exhibit, Chicago, Illinois===
'''Now through March 15, 2026: The Land of Oz: Beyond the Page Museum Exhibit, Driehaus Museum, Chicago, Illinois.''' This exhibit focuses on design elements of the famous 1939 film adaptation of ''The Wizard of Oz''. Items on display include replicas of the Ruby Slippers and the Cowardly Lion's "Courage" medal, an early draft script, and a prototype for the Flying Monkey's costumes. For more information, see the museum's website at https://driehausmuseum.org/exhibitions.

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===Bloomland in Oz, Burlington, Ontario, Canada===
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'''Now through April 6, 2026: Bloomland in Oz, Royal Botanical Gardens Canada, Burlington, Ontario, Canada.''' The Gardens' 2026 showcase features floral displays and artistic creations, all inspired by the novel ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz''. For more information or to purchase tickets, see the website at https://www.rbg.ca/things-to-do/by-season/special-events/winter-exhibit/. And here's a behind-the-scenes look:
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===Stories of Cinema: Identity exhibit, Los Angeles, California===
'''Now through January 10, 2027: Stories of Cinema: Identity exhibit, Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, Los Angeles, California.''' The Academy Museum has brought its pair of Ruby Slippers back for the public to view. This exhibit also includes costumes and design studies from such movies as ''Flower Drum Song'', ''Dreamgirls'', ''Moulin Rouge!'', ''Amadeus'', ''Ma Raimey's Black Bottom'', ''Barbie'', and ''Wicked''. For more information, see the museum's website at https://www.academymuseum.org/en/exhibitions/stories-of-cinema-identity.

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==February 2026==
===''The Wizard of Oz'' movie, Los Angeles, California===
'''February 9, 2026: ''The Wizard of Oz'' movie, Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, Los Angeles, California.''' Well of course the Academy's museum also shows movies. Today, it's a 4K rendition of the famous 1939 film adaptation of ''The Wizard of Oz'', starting at 2:30 pm in the Ted Mann theater. For more information, see the museum's website at https://www.academymuseum.org/en/calendar?programTypes=16i3uOYQwism7sMDhIQr2O&page=5.

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===''Gale: Yellow Brick Road'', in theaters nationwide===
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'''February 11, 2026: ''Gale: Yellow Brick Road'' movie, theaters nationwide.''' Emily, Dorothy's granddaughter, is back in Oz, but it's not the land of wonder she was led to believe it is. Can Emily break the Gale family curse? This horror movie will play one night only in theaters nationwide, courtesy of Fathom Events. For more information, including theaters and tickets, see the event website at https://www.fathomentertainment.com/releases/gale-yellow-brick-road/.

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==March 2026==
===Lorna Luft, Las Vegas, Nevada===
'''March 14-15, 2026: Lorna Luft, The Palazzo Theatre, The Venetian, Las Vegas, Nevada.''' An actor and singer in her own right, Lorna Luft is also Judy Garland's daughter. Join her for an intimate, personal celebration of ''The Wizard of Oz'' and her mother's life and career. For more information or te purchase tickets, see https://www.venetianlasvegas.com/entertainment/lorna-luft.html.

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===An Emerald Evening in Oz, Kansas City, Missouri===
'''March 28, 2026: An Emerald Evening in Oz, The Midland Theatre, Kansas City, Missouri.''' The Kansas City Repertory Theatre's latest fundraiser has a distinctly Ozian touch this year, in celebration of the company's upcoming production of ''The Wizard of Oz''. For more information, including how to reserve a seat or a table, see https://kcrep.org/event/gala/.

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==April 2026==
===''Return to Oz'' 40th Anniversary Screening, San Francisco, California===
'''April 9, 2026: ''Return to Oz'' 40th Anniversary Screening, The Castro Theatre, San Francisco, California.''' The legendary San Francisco theater is opening again after renavations, and part of the program will be a rare theatrical screening of the 1985 Disney movie ''Return to Oz'' to celebrate it's fortieth anniversary (maybe a few months late). The special guest is director Walter Murch, who will discuss the film and answer questions afterwards. For more details, see the show's website at https://thecastro.com/events/movies-for-maniacs-260409/

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===Garmin Marathon in the Land of Oz, Olathe, Kansas===
'''April 26, 2026: Garmin Marathon in the Land of Oz, Olathe, Kansas.''' If you're going to have a 26.2-mile run in Kansas, you may as well give it an Oz theme! For more information and to register, see the race's website at http://ozrun.org/.

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==May/June 2026==
===''The Wizard of Oz'' play, Kansas City, Missouri===
'''May 5-24, 2026: ''The Wizard of Oz'' play, Kansas City Repertory Theatre, Kansas City, Missouri.''' The company presents the Royal Shakespeare Company's adaptation of the famous musical version of the story, based on the famous movie. For more details or to purchase tickets, see https://kcrep.org/event/the-wizard-of-oz/.

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===Yellow Brick Road Festival, Sedan, Kansas===
'''May 22-23, 2026: Yellow Brick Road Festival, Sedan, Kansas.''' This town in Kansas celebrates ''The Wizard of Oz'' every year. For details, see http://www.lasr.net/travel/city.php?Sedan&Kansas&Yellow+Brick+Road+Festival&City_ID=KS0604019&Event_ID=KS0604019e002&VE=Y or call 620-725-4033.

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===Oz-Stravaganza, Chittenango, New York===
'''June 5-7, 2026: Oz-Stravaganza, Chittenango, New York.''' This village in upstate New York honors its native son, L. Frank Baum, with an annual festival honoring his creation, the Land of Oz. For more information, see the event's website at http://www.oz-stravaganza.com/.

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===Judy Garland Festival, Grand Rapids, Minnesota===
'''June (exact dates to be announced), 2026: Judy Garland Festival, Judy Garland Museum and environs, Grand Rapids, Minnesota.''' Judy Garland's home town celebrates her in this annual festival, with events all over town spread out over several days. For more information, keep an eye on the event's website at https://judygarlandmuseum.com/judy-garland-museum-events/.

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==August 2026==
===Oz Festival Illinois, Mapleton, Illinois===
'''August (exact date to be announced), 2025: Oz Fest Illinois, Butler Haynes Park, Mapleton, Illinois.'''. For more information, see the event's website at https://www.hollispark.org/oz-fest, or the Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/OzFestIllinois/.

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==September 2026==
===Autumn at Oz Party, Banner Elk, North Carolina===
'''September (exact dates to be announced), 2026: Autumn at Oz Party, Beech Mountain, Banner Elk, North Carolina.''' The Wizard of Oz Park on the mountain may no longer be in regular operation, but it's still there, and Oz and park fans get together once a year for a party. Hurricane Hélène paused the event for 2025, but there's hope for a return in 2026. For more information, check out https://landofoznc.com/.

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===OzFest, Liberal, Kansas===
'''September (exact date to be announced), 2026: OzFest, Liberal, Kansas.''' The home town of the Dorothy's House attraction hosts its annual tribute to Dorothy and Oz. For more information, see [https://www.lasr.net/travel/city.php?Ozfest&TravelTo=KS1019015&VE=Y&Event_ID=KS1019015e002 the city's events page] and [http://visitliberal.com/ the city's website] (and be sure to call 1-800-LIBERAL to confirm event and dates).

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==October 2026==
===Oztoberfest, Wamego, Kansas===
'''October (exact date to be announced), 2026: Oztoberfest, Wamego, Kansas.''' The town not only has an Oz museum, they put on an annual Oz festival. Authors and other special guests will attend, and there's also admission to the museum. For more details, call the Oz museum at 1-866-458-TOTO, or see the event's website at http://oztoberfest.com/.

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==November 2026==
===TeslaCon, Middleton, Wisconsin===
'''November 12-15, 2026: TeslaCon, Marriott of Middleton, Middleton, Wisconsin.''' The country's largest steampunk convention celebrates its sixteenth edition, and this year the theme is Oz. For more information, see the convention's website at https://teslacon.com/.

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==Holiday Season 2026-27==
===''The Wizard of Oz'', holiday cablecasts===
'''''The Wizard of Oz'' holiday cablecasts, TBS and TNT.''' The stations' annual holiday season showings of the famous film version are, generally speaking, around Thanksgiving on TBS and Christmas on TNT. Check your local provider for exact times and channels on your system. Keep checking back for updates.

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===''The Wiz'' holiday telecasts===
'''''The Wiz'' holiday telecasts.''' Channels have holiday time airings of the 1978 film adaptation of ''The Wiz'', starring Diana Ross as Dorothy, Michael Jackson as the Scarecrow, Lena Horne as Glinda, and Richard Pryor as the Wiz. Keep checking back for updates.

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===''If I Only Had Christmas'' television movie, The Hallmark Channel===
'''''If I Only Had Christmas'' television movie, The Hallmark Channel.''' A Hallmark Christmas romance movie, first shown in 2020 and based (extremely loosely) on ''The Wizard of Oz''! Candace Cameron Bure stars as Darcy Gale, a publicist who teams up with Huck, a cynical business owner played by Neil Webb, to help out a charity in need. It airs many times at Christmas, and occasionally at other times throughout the year (check your local television provider for exact time and channel on your system). For more details and a sneak peek behind the scenes, take a look at [https://www.etonline.com/candace-cameron-bure-stars-in-hallmark-channels-if-i-only-had-christmas-first-look-exclusive-154864 the news report on the ''Entertainment Tonight'' website]. And [https://celebratingthesoaps.com/hallmark/hallmark-channel-news-wizard-of-oz-reimagined-candace-cameron-bure-in-if-i-only-had-christmas/ here's another report with another preview]. Finally, [https://www.hallmarkchannel.com/if-i-only-had-christmas here's the movie's page on the channel's website].

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==To Be Determined==
===Wizard of Oz Days, Macon, Missouri===
'''Exact date to be announced: Wizard of Oz Days, Hannibal, Missouri.''' For complete details, see the event's Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/WizardofOzDays.

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OzWiki:Current events

2026-02-09T04:17:05Z

Ericgjovaag: /* March 2026 */

Other Oz events can also be found on [https://www.ozclub.org/calendar/ the International Wizard of Oz Club's online calendar].

Please note that, since I live in the United States and most Oz events take place in the United States, I will identify most event locations by city and state only. Any events taking place in other countries will include the name of the country as well.

==Going on now==
===''Wicked'' play, around the world===
'''Now playing: ''Wicked''.''' This is the award-winning musical based on Gregory Maguire's novel ''Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West''. The book is by Winnie Holzman, the music by Stephen Schwartz, and the show is directed by Joe Mantello. It has done so well, it has spawned the following productions:

* [http://www.gershwintheatre.com/ Gershwin Theater], Broadway, New York City, New York. Tickets may be purchased online at [http://www.ticketmaster.com/venue/24579 ticketmaster.com]. For more details, go to [http://wickedthemusical.com/ wickedthemusical.com]. For a "Behind the Emerald Curtain" tour on Saturday mornings, go to https://wickedthemusical.com/behind-the-emerald-curtain#scrolldown for details.

* The Apollo Victoria Theatre, The West End, London, England, United Kingdom. For more information, including booking tickets, see http://www.wickedthemusical.co.uk/.

* ''Wicked'' is also touring the United States and Canada. For more information and updates about the tour, see https://wickedthemusical.com/tickets/#tour. Here's the current schedule (locations and dates are subject to change):
** Now through February 15, 2026: [https://pittsburgh.broadway.com/shows/wicked/ Benedum Center], Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
** February 18-March 1, 2026: [https://rbtl.org/ West Herr Auditorium Theatre], Rochester, New York
** March 4-22, 2026: [https://www.ppacri.org/events/detail/wicked-2 Providence Performing Arts Center], Providence, Rhode Island
** March 25-April 5, 2026: [https://www.broadwayincolumbia.com/upcoming-shows/ Koger Center for the Arts], Columbia, South Carolina
** April 8-19, 2026: [https://www.celebrityattractions.com/shows/10200/WICKED/Little-Rock/2026 Robinson Center], Little Rock, Arkansas
** April 22-May 3, 2026: Juanita K. Hammons Hall, Springfield, Missouri
** May 6-June 14, 2026: [https://dallas.broadway.com/shows/wicked/ Music Hall at Fair Park], Dallas, Texas
** June 17-July 5, 2026: [https://ticketomaha.com/Productions/wicked Orpheum Theater], Omaha, Nebraska
** July 8-August 9, 2026: [https://hennepinarts.org/events/wicked Orpheum Theatre], Minneapolis, Minnesota
** August 12-30, 2026: [https://kansascity.broadway.com/shows/wicked/ Music Hall], Kansas City, Missouri
** September 2-20, 2026: [https://www.desmoinesperformingarts.org/whats-on/events/2025-26/broadway/wicked Des Moines Civic Center], Des Moines, Iowa

* The Korean production is now on tour. The show's website is at https://www.wickedthemusical.co.kr/Home/Index. Here are the current dates:
** February 5-March 1, 2026: Keimyung Arts Center, Daigu

* A new, non-reproduction staging, based on the Brazilian version, is now playing at the Dubai Opera in Dubai, UAE, through February 15, 2026. For more information, see the website at https://www.dubaiopera.com/en-US/product-details?ID=5facadac-b73b-f011-8c4e-0022480cfb5c.

* Another non-reproduction staging is now running at the Teatr Muzyczny ROMA in Warsaw, Poland. For more information, see https://www.teatrroma.pl/spektakl/wicked/.

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===''The Wiz'' play, national tour===
'''''The Wiz'' play, national tour.''' After its Broadway run, this new staging of the Tony-winning musical adaptation of ''The Wizard of Oz'' heads out on a North American tour. The following dates have been announced:

* February 10-15, 2026: [https://www.stgpresents.org/events/the-wiz/ Paramount Theatre], Seattle, Washington
* March 3-15, 2026: [https://cincinnati.broadway.com/shows/the-wiz/ Aronhoff Center], Cincinnati, Ohio
* April 21-26, 2026: [https://www.altriatheater.com/events/detail/the-wiz-2025 Altria Center], Richmond, Virginia
* May 5-10, 2026: [https://www.celebrityattractions.com/shows/10194/THE-WIZ/Tulsa/2026 Tulsa Performing Arts Center], Tulsa, Oklahoma
* May 12-17, 2026: [https://austin.broadway.com/shows/the-wiz/ Bass Concert Hall], Austin, Texas
* May 19-24, 2026: [https://www.okcbroadway.com/wiz Civic Center Music Hall], Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
* May 26-31, 2026: [https://americantheatreguild.com/toledo/shows/the-wiz/ Stranahan Theater], Toledo, Ohio

More dates and cities will be coming. For more information, see the show's website at https://wizmusical.com/.

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===''The Wizard of Oz on Ice'' on tour===
'''Now on Tour: ''The Wizard of Oz on Ice''.''' The new, reimagined version of the 1990s ice show returns for another season. The company has announced the following tour dates:
* February 12, 2026: Bradford Area High School Auditorium, Bradford, Pennsylvania
* February 14, 2026: [https://rivieratheatre.org/event/wizard-of-oz-ice/ Riviera Theatre], North Tonawanda, New York
* February 15, 2026: [https://theeich.org/ Eichelberger Performing Arts Center], Hanover, Pennsylvania
* February 21, 2026: [https://starcentremd.com/event/the-all-new-wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ The STAR Center], Havre de Grace, Maryland
* February 25, 2026: [https://www.springfieldartscouncil.org/event/the-all-new-wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Clark State Performing Arts Center], Springfield, Ohio
* February 26, 2026: [https://luhrscenter.com/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Luhrs Performing Arts Center], Shippensburg, Pennsylvania
* March 5, 2026: [https://www.artsblooming.org/home-bcpa Bloomington Center for the Arts], Bloomington, Illinois
* March 6, 2026: [https://leachtheatre.mst.edu/events/2025/wiz-oz-on-ice/ Leach Theatre], Rolla, Missouri
* March 7, 2026: [https://www.hutchinsonfox.com/events/the-wizard-of-oz-on-ice Hutchinson's Historic Fox Theatre], Hutchinson, Kansas
* March 8, 2026: [https://www.topekaperformingarts.org/events/2026/the-wizard-of-oz-on-ice Topeka Performing Arts Center], Topeka, Kansas
* March 11, 2026: [https://mizzouarts.missouri.edu/university-concert-series-returns-for-118th-season/ Jesse Auditorium, University of Missouri], Columbia, Missouri
* March 14, 2026: [https://www.skokospac.org/ Shokos Performing Arts Center], Alma, Arkansas
* March 15, 2026: [https://www.coppellartscenter.org/events/detail/2026-wizard-of-oz-on-ice Coppell Arts Center], Coppell, Texas
* March 19, 2026: [https://coffeecountyartsalliance.org/product/wizard/ Enterprise High School Performing Arts Center], Enterprise, Alabama
* March 20, 2026: [https://fordcenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Ford Center for the Performing Arts], Oxford, Mississippi
* March 21, 2026: [https://tickets.thegrand.com/Online/mapSelect.asp?doWork::WSmap::loadMap=Load&createBO::WSmap=1&BOparam::WSmap::loadMap::performance_ids=BF23CAB4-BB58-48F2-B25A-98FC0873E482 The Grand 1894 Opera House], Galveston, Texas
* March 22, 2026: [https://ci.ovationtix.com/35987/production/1241069?performanceId=11647305 Temple Theater], Lufkin, Texas
* March 27, 2026: [https://www.moonlightstage.com/shows-tickets Moonlight Amphitheatre], Vista, California
* March 28, 2026: [https://www.ycpac.com/Online/default.asp?BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Avenue_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Acity_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Amonth_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Aobject_type_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Acategory_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_from=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_to=&doWork%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3Asearch=1&BOparam%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3Asearch%3A%3Aarticle_search_id=EE8716B4-0827-4B0D-9ACB-038A148DF966&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_criteria=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_from=2026-3-28&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_to=2026-3-28 Jim and Linda Lee Performing Arts Center], Prescott, Arizona
* March 29, 2026: [https://tickets.haughpac.com/wizard Haugh Performing Arts Center], Glendora, California
* March 30, 2026: [https://higleycenter.org/ Higley Center for the Performing Arts], Gilbert, Arizona
* April 10, 2026: [https://www.sunsetcenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Sunset Cultural Center], Carmel-by-the-Sea, California
* April 11, 2026: [https://www.lpac.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Lancaster Performing Arts Center], Lancaster, California
* April 12, 2026: [https://livermorearts.org/ Livermore Valley Performing Arts Center], Livermore, California
* April 15, 2026: [https://craterian.org/event/the-wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Craterian Theater], Medford, Oregon
* April 16, 2026: [https://columbiatheatre.com/new-events/wizard-of-oz-on-ice Columbia Theatre], Longview, Washington
* April 17, 2026: [https://www.washingtoncenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice-4-17-2026/ Washington Center for the Performing Arts], Olympia, Washington
* April 19, 2026: [https://buttearts.org/ Mother Lode Theatre], Butte, Montana
* April 30, 2026: [https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/41568594/wizard-of-oz-on-ice-pembroke-givens-performing-arts-center?_gl=1*17vkium*_ga*MTg1OTc1NzAyOS4xNzU3MTE1MzQz*_ga_LQFXLBGNDL*czE3NTcxMTUzNDMkbzEkZzEkdDE3NTcxMTUzNzMkajMwJGwwJGgw Givens Performing Arts Center], Pembroke, North Carolina

For more information about the show, see the website at https://wizardofozonice.com/.

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===''Ozmafia'' anime series, on the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Ozmafia'' anime series, crunchyroll.com.''' In this Japanese anime series (based on the video game of the same name), Scarlet is a new transfer student at Oz Academy. He doesn't get off to a good start, but the teachers seem nice enough. But what strange secrets are hiding at Oz Academy, and why are they at war with the other academies? Episodes (in Japanese, with English subtitles) are available to view online at http://www.crunchyroll.com/ozmafia for free.

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===''The Wizard of Oz'' and ''The Wiz'', throughout the United Kingdom===
'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz'', throughout the United Kingdom.''' Oz is a popular show to perform in the United Kingdom, and there always seems to be a show going on somewhere. For a complete listing of all upcoming productions of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in the United Kingdom, see the listings at [http://www.list.co.uk/events/theatre/what:The%20Wizard%20of%20Oz/sort:date/show:100/ ''The List''], naturally. They also have listings for performances of [http://www.list.co.uk/events/theatre/what:The%20Wiz/sort:date/show:100/ ''The Wiz''].

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===''Emerald City'' television series, NBC.com===
'''''Emerald City'' television series, NBC.com''' The latest Oz TV project has gone through its broadcast run on NBC. But the show's website is still up at http://www.nbc.com/emerald-city. You can still watch episodes online at http://www.nbc.com/emerald-city/episodes, and the show is also streaming on Peacock.

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===''Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz'', Internet Streaming and Cablecast===
'''Now playing: ''Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz'' cartoon series, Internet Streaming.''' This is the latest Oz cartoon series, based (very loosely) on the famous 1939 film version. Dorothy is now a princess of Oz and living in the Emerald City with Queen Ozma. But she's still having adventures! For more information, see the show's website at https://watch.boomerang.com/shows/dorothy-franchise/series/dorothy-series/volume-1. Or, if you have the Boomerang or Cartoon Network cable channels, episodes are now being shown in territories around the world, outside the United States, also have the show, so check your local version of the Cartoon Network, Boomerang, or Max channels or websites.

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===''Lost in Oz'' series, Internet streaming===
'''Now playing: ''Lost in Oz'', Amazon Video streaming.''' This animated series from Amazon tells the story of Dorothy, a modern-day girl, and her dog Toto, who are whisked to Oz when Dorothy opens one of her mother's old journals. To get home, she must find the elements of magic and help restore magic to Oz. Fortunately she has made friends with Ojo the Munchkin and West, a trainee witch, to help her out. To get started, see Amazon's ''Lost in Oz'' website at https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00Z89MYTI! And in November of 2022, [https://www.youtube.com/embed/h4fc1XvdBrk this short was dropped] with news of what's to come.

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===''Dee & Friends in Oz'', Netflix worldwide===
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'''Now playing: ''Dee & Friends in Oz'', Netflix worldwide.''' The streaming service has announced their new shows for 2024, including ''Dee & Friends in Oz'', an animated musical series aimed at preschoolers. Dee is a young girl who discovers a key to the magical land of Oz, where she makes friends and has has adventures where she saves the day. Want a sneak peek? [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oPAZCfmc0mQ&ab_channel=NetflixJr. Here's the first episode!]

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===''Chronicles of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now streaming: The ''Chronicles of Oz'' podcast.''' This audio adaptation of the first three Oz books, each in six episodes, presents ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', ''The Marvellous Land of Oz'', and ''Ozma of Oz'', plus a special episode adapting ''The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus''. Produced by Crossover Adventure Productions out of Australia. All episodes, along with trailers and other materials, can be downloaded at http://chroniclesofoz.com/.

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===''The Royal Podcast of Oz'', the Internet===
'''Now streaming: ''The Royal Podcast of Oz'', podbean.com and other podcasting sites.''' Now running for over a decade, this podcast is devoted to all things Oz, with interviews, reviews, news, and other items of interest to Oz fans of all types. You can listen to or download all editions at https://anchor.fm/the-royal-podcast-of-oz/, or look for it on your favorite podcast site.

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===''Wait Wait…Don't Tell Me'', National Public Radio===
'''Now streaming: ''Wait Wait…Don't Tell Me'' edition of May 11, 2019, npr.org.''' The popular current events quiz show recorded this episode in St. Louis, and got one of the city's most celebrated residents to play "Not My Job". Former Cardinals shortstop and Hall of Fame inductee Ozzie Smith was nicknamed "The Wizard of Oz" in his playing days, so naturally, he gets to answer questions about ''The Wizard of Oz''! You can listen to the entire episode [https://www.npr.org/programs/wait-wait-dont-tell-me/722132214/wait-wait-for-may-11-2019-with-not-my-job-guest-ozzie-smith?showDate=2019-05-11 here], or just Smith's segment [https://www.npr.org/2019/05/11/721853591/not-my-job-we-quiz-baseball-great-ozzie-smith-on-the-wizard-of-oz here].

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===''Hit the Bricks!'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Hit the Bricks!'' podcast, the Internet.''' One hundred years after the events of ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', the Gale farm is abandoned, and a new generation is off to have adventures in Oz. The first act has now dropped, with further episodes to come. For more information, see the show's website at https://hitthebricks.com/, and its Twitter feed at https://twitter.com/HitTheBricksPod/.

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===''The Smallwood Sessions'' podcast, "The Podcast of Oz", the Internet===
'''Now playing: "The Podcast of Oz" episode of ''The Smallwood Sessions'' podcast.''' To celebrate what would have been the 2020 edition of Chittenango's Oz-Stravaganza, this podcast about upstate New York celebrates Oz and creator L. Frank Baum's connections to the area. To listen, go to https://anchor.fm/josh-taylor87/episodes/Episode-22-The-Podcast-of-Oz-ef05f4.

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===''Down the Yellow Brick Pod'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Down the Yellow Brick Pod'' podcast.''' This podcast takes a deep dive into the Oz books, one chapter at a time, and looks at all that they encompass. Available on many podcast sources, including Google Podcasts, and through [https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS8xMTcyMTM4LnJzcw?hl=en this link].

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===''The Wonderful Recap of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''The Wonderful Recap of Oz'' podcast.''' This podcast recaps the Oz books, one per episode. Available Available on many podcast sources, including Google Podcasts, and through [https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy80ZjgyMWIyYy9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw== this link].

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===''No Place Like Home'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''No Place Like Home'' podcast.''' This podcast looks at the Ruby Slippers, how they were stolen in 2005 and found again in 2018, and all the background behind them, the production of The Movie, the life of Judy Garland, and more. Available on most podcasting sites. For more information, the show's website is at https://shows.cadence13.com/podcast/noplacelikehome.

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===''The Lost Princess of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''The Lost Princess of Oz'' podcast.''' A new, original Oz story for kids (of all ages), told in six parts, with songs, and presented by the Delaware Children's Theatre. Although based on Baum's writings, this is not the same story as his novel ''The Lost Princess of Oz''. For more information, or to subscribe, see the show's website at https://www.thelostprincessofozpodcast.com/.

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===''The Wizard of Oz: A Homegrown American Fairy Tale'' radio broadcast, BBC World Service===
'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz: A Homegrown American Fairy Tale'' radio documentary, BBC World Service and online streaming.''' This program looks at the origins and mythology of ''The Wizard of Oz'' and how it came about. It is currently available to listen or download online, anywhere in the world. Check the program's website at https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/w3ct1rl9 to listen to it online, or to download it.

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===To Oz? To Oz! online convention, the Internet===
'''To Oz? To Oz! online convention.''' With so many Oz events having to be cancelled this year because of the COVID-19 pandemic, a bunch of them got together to present some of their events to a worldwide, online audience for free. The live portions of the convention have now ended, but if you go to https://ozis.us/, you can see many prerecorded talks and events.

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===The OzConnection, YouTube===
'''The OzConnection, YouTube.''' OzCon International, the world's longest running ''Wizard of Oz'' convention, now has a YouTube channel at "The OzConnection", which features highlights of earlier cons and new material. The link is at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQU5pEFZZ6n_vXvRalgclSg.

The OzConnection has recently started two shows specifically for their channel. The first is a talk show called "OZ:Connect", which you can find in a playlist at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r-NAe0FKDXk&list=PLVNfENfXbx111GmnLLJFklUVGxPl1zUC-. The other new show is "Crypto-Oz-ology", short stories about all kinds of unusual happenings in Oz, which is in a playlist at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sCoSH97u4ts&list=PLVNfENfXbx11g0DhXikoqyP0dslwHeC1h.

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===Oz Talk, YouTube===
'''''Oz Talk'' panel talk show, YouTube.''' Join five Oz friends as they discuss any and all Oz subjects under the sun. New episodes will drop every two weeks on [https://www.youtube.com/c/TheOfficialOzClub/videos the Official Oz Club's YouTube Channel]. You can find the playlist for ''Oz Talk'' at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VNINbbefPS4&list=PL3OVMLWgINCRfgeWZR8GPJOp11rR73Ssc.

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===''Fifty Years of Oziana'' Readings, Youtube===
'''''Fifty Years of Oziana'' short story readings, YouTube.''' To celebrate fifty years of ''Oziana'', the International Wizard of Oz Club's annual literary magazine, Club members read stories from the last five decades. Many authors have even revisited their own stories. You can see the playlist of all stories [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hm6WXDLg9U8&list=PL3OVMLWgINCQ2a_CDuBggCt7kCYVaS4yD right here].

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===''Rainbow'' movie, Netflix===
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'''Now playing: ''Rainbow'', on Netflix worldwide.''' The first streaming service premieres this new movie, from director Paco León, that uses themes and imagery from ''The Wizard of Oz'' to explore the coming of age of Dora, a young Spanish woman who finds that everything she thought she knew about her life may be wrong. Available in an English dub, or with English subtitles.

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===The Wizard of Oz Experience, Around the World===
'''The Wizard of Oz Experience.''' The interactive outdoors event will be making making another set of appearances around the United States, Canada, and Australia in the spring of 2024. Take a look at https://questoapp.com/ for when it's coming to your town.

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===The Wicked Wizard Afternoon Tea, London, England, United Kingdom===
'''The Wicked Wizard Afternoon Tea, The Franklin Hotel, London, England, United Kingdom.''' Enjoy an Oz-themed tea, inspired by ''The Wizard of Oz'' and ''Wicked'', in the heart of London's Knightsbridge district. Tea is served from noon to 6:00, costs £49 (spirits are extra), and reservations must be made at least twenty-four hours in advance. For more information, including the menu, see [https://collezione.starhotels.com/en/our-hotels/the-franklin-london/restaurants-and-bars/wicked-wizard-at-the-franklin.html?_gl=1*1cfuckg*_up*MQ..*_gs*MQ..*_ga*MzU1MjIzMDI0LjE3NDE1NzY0NjA.*_ga_444Y1N2CEK*MTc0MTU3NjQ1OC4xLjEuMTc0MTU3NjU3NS4wLjAuMTkzNzQwNjk0Nw..*_ga_YXSDGTQ8NB*MTc0MTU3NjQ1OC4xLjEuMTc0MTU3NjU3NS4wLjAuNDIxNjUwMTc1&gclid=Cj0KCQiAlbW-BhCMARIsADnwasphX4BQH4lMNEKBognzeTmjcu96bA-ZlcDfhhU2ouaxc5CgyV41YLMaAjUfEALw_wcB the Franklin's website].

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===''Ruby Red Handed: Stealing America’s Most Famous Pair of Shoes'', Hulu===
'''Now playing: ''Ruby Red Handed: Stealing America’s Most Famous Pair of Shoes'', Hulu Streaming Service.''' This ABC News documentary delves into the 2005 theft of a pair of Ruby Slippers in Minnesota and the subsequent investigation and recovery. Keep an eye out here for more information and links.

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===''The Wizard of Oz'', Las Vegas, Nevada===
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'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz'' at the Sphere, Las Vegas, Nevada.''' See the famous 1939 film version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in a whole new way. This is an immersive reimagining in 16K on a huge screen surrounding the audience. For more information and to buy tickets, go to https://www.thesphere.com/shows/wizard-of-oz-experience.

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===Candlelight: ''The Wizard of Oz'' concerts, around the world===
'''Candlelight: ''The Wizard of OZ'' concerts, around the world.''' In conjunction with Warner Bros., Candlelight is presenting songs from the famous movie version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in venues around the world amidst a sea of flickering candles. For more information, or to locate a concert, see the website at https://candlelightexperience.com/wizard-of-oz-concerts/.

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===The Land of Oz: Beyond the Page Museum Exhibit, Chicago, Illinois===
'''Now through March 15, 2026: The Land of Oz: Beyond the Page Museum Exhibit, Driehaus Museum, Chicago, Illinois.''' This exhibit focuses on design elements of the famous 1939 film adaptation of ''The Wizard of Oz''. Items on display include replicas of the Ruby Slippers and the Cowardly Lion's "Courage" medal, an early draft script, and a prototype for the Flying Monkey's costumes. For more information, see the museum's website at https://driehausmuseum.org/exhibitions.

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===Bloomland in Oz, Burlington, Ontario, Canada===
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'''Now through April 6, 2026: Bloomland in Oz, Royal Botanical Gardens Canada, Burlington, Ontario, Canada.''' The Gardens' 2026 showcase features floral displays and artistic creations, all inspired by the novel ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz''. For more information or to purchase tickets, see the website at https://www.rbg.ca/things-to-do/by-season/special-events/winter-exhibit/. And here's a behind-the-scenes look:
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===Stories of Cinema: Identity exhibit, Los Angeles, California===
'''Now through January 10, 2027: Stories of Cinema: Identity exhibit, Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, Los Angeles, California.''' The Academy Museum has brought its pair of Ruby Slippers back for the public to view. This exhibit also includes costumes and design studies from such movies as ''Flower Drum Song'', ''Dreamgirls'', ''Moulin Rouge!'', ''Amadeus'', ''Ma Raimey's Black Bottom'', ''Barbie'', and ''Wicked''. For more information, see the museum's website at https://www.academymuseum.org/en/exhibitions/stories-of-cinema-identity.

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==February 2026==
===''The Wizard of Oz'' movie, Los Angeles, California===
'''February 9, 2026: ''The Wizard of Oz'' movie, Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, Los Angeles, California.''' Well of course the Academy's museum also shows movies. Today, it's a 4K rendition of the famous 1939 film adaptation of ''The Wizard of Oz'', starting at 2:30 pm in the Ted Mann theater. For more information, see the museum's website at https://www.academymuseum.org/en/calendar?programTypes=16i3uOYQwism7sMDhIQr2O&page=5.

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===''Gale: Yellow Brick Road'', in theaters nationwide===
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'''February 11, 2026: ''Gale: Yellow Brick Road'' movie, theaters nationwide.''' Emily, Dorothy's granddaughter, is back in Oz, but it's not the land of wonder she was led to believe it is. Can Emily break the Gale family curse? This horror movie will play one night only in theaters nationwide, courtesy of Fathom Events. For more information, including theaters and tickets, see the event website at https://www.fathomentertainment.com/releases/gale-yellow-brick-road/.

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==March 2026==
===Lorna Luft, Las Vegas, Nevada===
'''March 14-15, 2026: Lorna Luft, The Palazzo Theatre, The Venetian, Las Vegas, Nevada.''' An actor and singer in her own right, Lorna Luft is also Judy Garland's daughter. Join her for an intimate, personal celebration of ''The Wizard of Oz'' and her mother's life and career. For more information or te purchase tickets, see https://www.venetianlasvegas.com/entertainment/lorna-luft.html.

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===An Emerald Evening in Oz, Kansas City, Missouri===
'''March 28, 2026: An Emerald Evening in Oz, The Midland Theatre, Kansas City, Missouri.''' The Kansas City Repertory Theatre's latest fundraiser has a distinctly Ozian touch this year, in celebration of the company's upcoming production of ''The Wizard of Oz''. For more information, including how to reserve a seat or a table, see https://kcrep.org/event/gala/.

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==April 2026==
===''Return to Oz'' 40th Anniversary Screening, San Francisco, California===
'''April 9, 2026: ''Return to Oz'' 40th Anniversary Screening, The Castro Theatre, San Francisco, California.''' The legendary San Francisco theater is opening again after renavations, and part of the program will be a rare theatrical screening of the 1985 Disney movie ''Return to Oz'' to celebrate it's fortieth anniversary (maybe a few months late). The special guest is director Walter Murch, who will discuss the film and answer questions afterwards. For more details, see the show's website at https://thecastro.com/events/movies-for-maniacs-260409/

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===Garmin Marathon in the Land of Oz, Olathe, Kansas===
'''April 26, 2026: Garmin Marathon in the Land of Oz, Olathe, Kansas.''' If you're going to have a 26.2-mile run in Kansas, you may as well give it an Oz theme! For more information and to register, see the race's website at http://ozrun.org/.

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==May/June 2026==
===Yellow Brick Road Festival, Sedan, Kansas===
'''May 22-23, 2026: Yellow Brick Road Festival, Sedan, Kansas.''' This town in Kansas celebrates ''The Wizard of Oz'' every year. For details, see http://www.lasr.net/travel/city.php?Sedan&Kansas&Yellow+Brick+Road+Festival&City_ID=KS0604019&Event_ID=KS0604019e002&VE=Y or call 620-725-4033.

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===Oz-Stravaganza, Chittenango, New York===
'''June 5-7, 2026: Oz-Stravaganza, Chittenango, New York.''' This village in upstate New York honors its native son, L. Frank Baum, with an annual festival honoring his creation, the Land of Oz. For more information, see the event's website at http://www.oz-stravaganza.com/.

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===Judy Garland Festival, Grand Rapids, Minnesota===
'''June (exact dates to be announced), 2026: Judy Garland Festival, Judy Garland Museum and environs, Grand Rapids, Minnesota.''' Judy Garland's home town celebrates her in this annual festival, with events all over town spread out over several days. For more information, keep an eye on the event's website at https://judygarlandmuseum.com/judy-garland-museum-events/.

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==August 2026==
===Oz Festival Illinois, Mapleton, Illinois===
'''August (exact date to be announced), 2025: Oz Fest Illinois, Butler Haynes Park, Mapleton, Illinois.'''. For more information, see the event's website at https://www.hollispark.org/oz-fest, or the Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/OzFestIllinois/.

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==September 2026==
===Autumn at Oz Party, Banner Elk, North Carolina===
'''September (exact dates to be announced), 2026: Autumn at Oz Party, Beech Mountain, Banner Elk, North Carolina.''' The Wizard of Oz Park on the mountain may no longer be in regular operation, but it's still there, and Oz and park fans get together once a year for a party. Hurricane Hélène paused the event for 2025, but there's hope for a return in 2026. For more information, check out https://landofoznc.com/.

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===OzFest, Liberal, Kansas===
'''September (exact date to be announced), 2026: OzFest, Liberal, Kansas.''' The home town of the Dorothy's House attraction hosts its annual tribute to Dorothy and Oz. For more information, see [https://www.lasr.net/travel/city.php?Ozfest&TravelTo=KS1019015&VE=Y&Event_ID=KS1019015e002 the city's events page] and [http://visitliberal.com/ the city's website] (and be sure to call 1-800-LIBERAL to confirm event and dates).

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==October 2026==
===Oztoberfest, Wamego, Kansas===
'''October (exact date to be announced), 2026: Oztoberfest, Wamego, Kansas.''' The town not only has an Oz museum, they put on an annual Oz festival. Authors and other special guests will attend, and there's also admission to the museum. For more details, call the Oz museum at 1-866-458-TOTO, or see the event's website at http://oztoberfest.com/.

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==November 2026==
===TeslaCon, Middleton, Wisconsin===
'''November 12-15, 2026: TeslaCon, Marriott of Middleton, Middleton, Wisconsin.''' The country's largest steampunk convention celebrates its sixteenth edition, and this year the theme is Oz. For more information, see the convention's website at https://teslacon.com/.

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==Holiday Season 2026-27==
===''The Wizard of Oz'', holiday cablecasts===
'''''The Wizard of Oz'' holiday cablecasts, TBS and TNT.''' The stations' annual holiday season showings of the famous film version are, generally speaking, around Thanksgiving on TBS and Christmas on TNT. Check your local provider for exact times and channels on your system. Keep checking back for updates.

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===''The Wiz'' holiday telecasts===
'''''The Wiz'' holiday telecasts.''' Channels have holiday time airings of the 1978 film adaptation of ''The Wiz'', starring Diana Ross as Dorothy, Michael Jackson as the Scarecrow, Lena Horne as Glinda, and Richard Pryor as the Wiz. Keep checking back for updates.

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===''If I Only Had Christmas'' television movie, The Hallmark Channel===
'''''If I Only Had Christmas'' television movie, The Hallmark Channel.''' A Hallmark Christmas romance movie, first shown in 2020 and based (extremely loosely) on ''The Wizard of Oz''! Candace Cameron Bure stars as Darcy Gale, a publicist who teams up with Huck, a cynical business owner played by Neil Webb, to help out a charity in need. It airs many times at Christmas, and occasionally at other times throughout the year (check your local television provider for exact time and channel on your system). For more details and a sneak peek behind the scenes, take a look at [https://www.etonline.com/candace-cameron-bure-stars-in-hallmark-channels-if-i-only-had-christmas-first-look-exclusive-154864 the news report on the ''Entertainment Tonight'' website]. And [https://celebratingthesoaps.com/hallmark/hallmark-channel-news-wizard-of-oz-reimagined-candace-cameron-bure-in-if-i-only-had-christmas/ here's another report with another preview]. Finally, [https://www.hallmarkchannel.com/if-i-only-had-christmas here's the movie's page on the channel's website].

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==To Be Determined==
===Wizard of Oz Days, Macon, Missouri===
'''Exact date to be announced: Wizard of Oz Days, Hannibal, Missouri.''' For complete details, see the event's Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/WizardofOzDays.

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OzWiki:Current events

2026-02-09T04:10:48Z

Ericgjovaag: /* April 2026 */

Other Oz events can also be found on [https://www.ozclub.org/calendar/ the International Wizard of Oz Club's online calendar].

Please note that, since I live in the United States and most Oz events take place in the United States, I will identify most event locations by city and state only. Any events taking place in other countries will include the name of the country as well.

==Going on now==
===''Wicked'' play, around the world===
'''Now playing: ''Wicked''.''' This is the award-winning musical based on Gregory Maguire's novel ''Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West''. The book is by Winnie Holzman, the music by Stephen Schwartz, and the show is directed by Joe Mantello. It has done so well, it has spawned the following productions:

* [http://www.gershwintheatre.com/ Gershwin Theater], Broadway, New York City, New York. Tickets may be purchased online at [http://www.ticketmaster.com/venue/24579 ticketmaster.com]. For more details, go to [http://wickedthemusical.com/ wickedthemusical.com]. For a "Behind the Emerald Curtain" tour on Saturday mornings, go to https://wickedthemusical.com/behind-the-emerald-curtain#scrolldown for details.

* The Apollo Victoria Theatre, The West End, London, England, United Kingdom. For more information, including booking tickets, see http://www.wickedthemusical.co.uk/.

* ''Wicked'' is also touring the United States and Canada. For more information and updates about the tour, see https://wickedthemusical.com/tickets/#tour. Here's the current schedule (locations and dates are subject to change):
** Now through February 15, 2026: [https://pittsburgh.broadway.com/shows/wicked/ Benedum Center], Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
** February 18-March 1, 2026: [https://rbtl.org/ West Herr Auditorium Theatre], Rochester, New York
** March 4-22, 2026: [https://www.ppacri.org/events/detail/wicked-2 Providence Performing Arts Center], Providence, Rhode Island
** March 25-April 5, 2026: [https://www.broadwayincolumbia.com/upcoming-shows/ Koger Center for the Arts], Columbia, South Carolina
** April 8-19, 2026: [https://www.celebrityattractions.com/shows/10200/WICKED/Little-Rock/2026 Robinson Center], Little Rock, Arkansas
** April 22-May 3, 2026: Juanita K. Hammons Hall, Springfield, Missouri
** May 6-June 14, 2026: [https://dallas.broadway.com/shows/wicked/ Music Hall at Fair Park], Dallas, Texas
** June 17-July 5, 2026: [https://ticketomaha.com/Productions/wicked Orpheum Theater], Omaha, Nebraska
** July 8-August 9, 2026: [https://hennepinarts.org/events/wicked Orpheum Theatre], Minneapolis, Minnesota
** August 12-30, 2026: [https://kansascity.broadway.com/shows/wicked/ Music Hall], Kansas City, Missouri
** September 2-20, 2026: [https://www.desmoinesperformingarts.org/whats-on/events/2025-26/broadway/wicked Des Moines Civic Center], Des Moines, Iowa

* The Korean production is now on tour. The show's website is at https://www.wickedthemusical.co.kr/Home/Index. Here are the current dates:
** February 5-March 1, 2026: Keimyung Arts Center, Daigu

* A new, non-reproduction staging, based on the Brazilian version, is now playing at the Dubai Opera in Dubai, UAE, through February 15, 2026. For more information, see the website at https://www.dubaiopera.com/en-US/product-details?ID=5facadac-b73b-f011-8c4e-0022480cfb5c.

* Another non-reproduction staging is now running at the Teatr Muzyczny ROMA in Warsaw, Poland. For more information, see https://www.teatrroma.pl/spektakl/wicked/.

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===''The Wiz'' play, national tour===
'''''The Wiz'' play, national tour.''' After its Broadway run, this new staging of the Tony-winning musical adaptation of ''The Wizard of Oz'' heads out on a North American tour. The following dates have been announced:

* February 10-15, 2026: [https://www.stgpresents.org/events/the-wiz/ Paramount Theatre], Seattle, Washington
* March 3-15, 2026: [https://cincinnati.broadway.com/shows/the-wiz/ Aronhoff Center], Cincinnati, Ohio
* April 21-26, 2026: [https://www.altriatheater.com/events/detail/the-wiz-2025 Altria Center], Richmond, Virginia
* May 5-10, 2026: [https://www.celebrityattractions.com/shows/10194/THE-WIZ/Tulsa/2026 Tulsa Performing Arts Center], Tulsa, Oklahoma
* May 12-17, 2026: [https://austin.broadway.com/shows/the-wiz/ Bass Concert Hall], Austin, Texas
* May 19-24, 2026: [https://www.okcbroadway.com/wiz Civic Center Music Hall], Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
* May 26-31, 2026: [https://americantheatreguild.com/toledo/shows/the-wiz/ Stranahan Theater], Toledo, Ohio

More dates and cities will be coming. For more information, see the show's website at https://wizmusical.com/.

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===''The Wizard of Oz on Ice'' on tour===
'''Now on Tour: ''The Wizard of Oz on Ice''.''' The new, reimagined version of the 1990s ice show returns for another season. The company has announced the following tour dates:
* February 12, 2026: Bradford Area High School Auditorium, Bradford, Pennsylvania
* February 14, 2026: [https://rivieratheatre.org/event/wizard-of-oz-ice/ Riviera Theatre], North Tonawanda, New York
* February 15, 2026: [https://theeich.org/ Eichelberger Performing Arts Center], Hanover, Pennsylvania
* February 21, 2026: [https://starcentremd.com/event/the-all-new-wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ The STAR Center], Havre de Grace, Maryland
* February 25, 2026: [https://www.springfieldartscouncil.org/event/the-all-new-wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Clark State Performing Arts Center], Springfield, Ohio
* February 26, 2026: [https://luhrscenter.com/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Luhrs Performing Arts Center], Shippensburg, Pennsylvania
* March 5, 2026: [https://www.artsblooming.org/home-bcpa Bloomington Center for the Arts], Bloomington, Illinois
* March 6, 2026: [https://leachtheatre.mst.edu/events/2025/wiz-oz-on-ice/ Leach Theatre], Rolla, Missouri
* March 7, 2026: [https://www.hutchinsonfox.com/events/the-wizard-of-oz-on-ice Hutchinson's Historic Fox Theatre], Hutchinson, Kansas
* March 8, 2026: [https://www.topekaperformingarts.org/events/2026/the-wizard-of-oz-on-ice Topeka Performing Arts Center], Topeka, Kansas
* March 11, 2026: [https://mizzouarts.missouri.edu/university-concert-series-returns-for-118th-season/ Jesse Auditorium, University of Missouri], Columbia, Missouri
* March 14, 2026: [https://www.skokospac.org/ Shokos Performing Arts Center], Alma, Arkansas
* March 15, 2026: [https://www.coppellartscenter.org/events/detail/2026-wizard-of-oz-on-ice Coppell Arts Center], Coppell, Texas
* March 19, 2026: [https://coffeecountyartsalliance.org/product/wizard/ Enterprise High School Performing Arts Center], Enterprise, Alabama
* March 20, 2026: [https://fordcenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Ford Center for the Performing Arts], Oxford, Mississippi
* March 21, 2026: [https://tickets.thegrand.com/Online/mapSelect.asp?doWork::WSmap::loadMap=Load&createBO::WSmap=1&BOparam::WSmap::loadMap::performance_ids=BF23CAB4-BB58-48F2-B25A-98FC0873E482 The Grand 1894 Opera House], Galveston, Texas
* March 22, 2026: [https://ci.ovationtix.com/35987/production/1241069?performanceId=11647305 Temple Theater], Lufkin, Texas
* March 27, 2026: [https://www.moonlightstage.com/shows-tickets Moonlight Amphitheatre], Vista, California
* March 28, 2026: [https://www.ycpac.com/Online/default.asp?BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Avenue_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Acity_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Amonth_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Aobject_type_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Acategory_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_from=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_to=&doWork%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3Asearch=1&BOparam%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3Asearch%3A%3Aarticle_search_id=EE8716B4-0827-4B0D-9ACB-038A148DF966&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_criteria=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_from=2026-3-28&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_to=2026-3-28 Jim and Linda Lee Performing Arts Center], Prescott, Arizona
* March 29, 2026: [https://tickets.haughpac.com/wizard Haugh Performing Arts Center], Glendora, California
* March 30, 2026: [https://higleycenter.org/ Higley Center for the Performing Arts], Gilbert, Arizona
* April 10, 2026: [https://www.sunsetcenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Sunset Cultural Center], Carmel-by-the-Sea, California
* April 11, 2026: [https://www.lpac.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Lancaster Performing Arts Center], Lancaster, California
* April 12, 2026: [https://livermorearts.org/ Livermore Valley Performing Arts Center], Livermore, California
* April 15, 2026: [https://craterian.org/event/the-wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Craterian Theater], Medford, Oregon
* April 16, 2026: [https://columbiatheatre.com/new-events/wizard-of-oz-on-ice Columbia Theatre], Longview, Washington
* April 17, 2026: [https://www.washingtoncenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice-4-17-2026/ Washington Center for the Performing Arts], Olympia, Washington
* April 19, 2026: [https://buttearts.org/ Mother Lode Theatre], Butte, Montana
* April 30, 2026: [https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/41568594/wizard-of-oz-on-ice-pembroke-givens-performing-arts-center?_gl=1*17vkium*_ga*MTg1OTc1NzAyOS4xNzU3MTE1MzQz*_ga_LQFXLBGNDL*czE3NTcxMTUzNDMkbzEkZzEkdDE3NTcxMTUzNzMkajMwJGwwJGgw Givens Performing Arts Center], Pembroke, North Carolina

For more information about the show, see the website at https://wizardofozonice.com/.

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===''Ozmafia'' anime series, on the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Ozmafia'' anime series, crunchyroll.com.''' In this Japanese anime series (based on the video game of the same name), Scarlet is a new transfer student at Oz Academy. He doesn't get off to a good start, but the teachers seem nice enough. But what strange secrets are hiding at Oz Academy, and why are they at war with the other academies? Episodes (in Japanese, with English subtitles) are available to view online at http://www.crunchyroll.com/ozmafia for free.

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===''The Wizard of Oz'' and ''The Wiz'', throughout the United Kingdom===
'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz'', throughout the United Kingdom.''' Oz is a popular show to perform in the United Kingdom, and there always seems to be a show going on somewhere. For a complete listing of all upcoming productions of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in the United Kingdom, see the listings at [http://www.list.co.uk/events/theatre/what:The%20Wizard%20of%20Oz/sort:date/show:100/ ''The List''], naturally. They also have listings for performances of [http://www.list.co.uk/events/theatre/what:The%20Wiz/sort:date/show:100/ ''The Wiz''].

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===''Emerald City'' television series, NBC.com===
'''''Emerald City'' television series, NBC.com''' The latest Oz TV project has gone through its broadcast run on NBC. But the show's website is still up at http://www.nbc.com/emerald-city. You can still watch episodes online at http://www.nbc.com/emerald-city/episodes, and the show is also streaming on Peacock.

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===''Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz'', Internet Streaming and Cablecast===
'''Now playing: ''Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz'' cartoon series, Internet Streaming.''' This is the latest Oz cartoon series, based (very loosely) on the famous 1939 film version. Dorothy is now a princess of Oz and living in the Emerald City with Queen Ozma. But she's still having adventures! For more information, see the show's website at https://watch.boomerang.com/shows/dorothy-franchise/series/dorothy-series/volume-1. Or, if you have the Boomerang or Cartoon Network cable channels, episodes are now being shown in territories around the world, outside the United States, also have the show, so check your local version of the Cartoon Network, Boomerang, or Max channels or websites.

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===''Lost in Oz'' series, Internet streaming===
'''Now playing: ''Lost in Oz'', Amazon Video streaming.''' This animated series from Amazon tells the story of Dorothy, a modern-day girl, and her dog Toto, who are whisked to Oz when Dorothy opens one of her mother's old journals. To get home, she must find the elements of magic and help restore magic to Oz. Fortunately she has made friends with Ojo the Munchkin and West, a trainee witch, to help her out. To get started, see Amazon's ''Lost in Oz'' website at https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00Z89MYTI! And in November of 2022, [https://www.youtube.com/embed/h4fc1XvdBrk this short was dropped] with news of what's to come.

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===''Dee & Friends in Oz'', Netflix worldwide===
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'''Now playing: ''Dee & Friends in Oz'', Netflix worldwide.''' The streaming service has announced their new shows for 2024, including ''Dee & Friends in Oz'', an animated musical series aimed at preschoolers. Dee is a young girl who discovers a key to the magical land of Oz, where she makes friends and has has adventures where she saves the day. Want a sneak peek? [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oPAZCfmc0mQ&ab_channel=NetflixJr. Here's the first episode!]

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===''Chronicles of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now streaming: The ''Chronicles of Oz'' podcast.''' This audio adaptation of the first three Oz books, each in six episodes, presents ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', ''The Marvellous Land of Oz'', and ''Ozma of Oz'', plus a special episode adapting ''The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus''. Produced by Crossover Adventure Productions out of Australia. All episodes, along with trailers and other materials, can be downloaded at http://chroniclesofoz.com/.

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===''The Royal Podcast of Oz'', the Internet===
'''Now streaming: ''The Royal Podcast of Oz'', podbean.com and other podcasting sites.''' Now running for over a decade, this podcast is devoted to all things Oz, with interviews, reviews, news, and other items of interest to Oz fans of all types. You can listen to or download all editions at https://anchor.fm/the-royal-podcast-of-oz/, or look for it on your favorite podcast site.

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===''Wait Wait…Don't Tell Me'', National Public Radio===
'''Now streaming: ''Wait Wait…Don't Tell Me'' edition of May 11, 2019, npr.org.''' The popular current events quiz show recorded this episode in St. Louis, and got one of the city's most celebrated residents to play "Not My Job". Former Cardinals shortstop and Hall of Fame inductee Ozzie Smith was nicknamed "The Wizard of Oz" in his playing days, so naturally, he gets to answer questions about ''The Wizard of Oz''! You can listen to the entire episode [https://www.npr.org/programs/wait-wait-dont-tell-me/722132214/wait-wait-for-may-11-2019-with-not-my-job-guest-ozzie-smith?showDate=2019-05-11 here], or just Smith's segment [https://www.npr.org/2019/05/11/721853591/not-my-job-we-quiz-baseball-great-ozzie-smith-on-the-wizard-of-oz here].

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===''Hit the Bricks!'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Hit the Bricks!'' podcast, the Internet.''' One hundred years after the events of ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', the Gale farm is abandoned, and a new generation is off to have adventures in Oz. The first act has now dropped, with further episodes to come. For more information, see the show's website at https://hitthebricks.com/, and its Twitter feed at https://twitter.com/HitTheBricksPod/.

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===''The Smallwood Sessions'' podcast, "The Podcast of Oz", the Internet===
'''Now playing: "The Podcast of Oz" episode of ''The Smallwood Sessions'' podcast.''' To celebrate what would have been the 2020 edition of Chittenango's Oz-Stravaganza, this podcast about upstate New York celebrates Oz and creator L. Frank Baum's connections to the area. To listen, go to https://anchor.fm/josh-taylor87/episodes/Episode-22-The-Podcast-of-Oz-ef05f4.

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===''Down the Yellow Brick Pod'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Down the Yellow Brick Pod'' podcast.''' This podcast takes a deep dive into the Oz books, one chapter at a time, and looks at all that they encompass. Available on many podcast sources, including Google Podcasts, and through [https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS8xMTcyMTM4LnJzcw?hl=en this link].

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===''The Wonderful Recap of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''The Wonderful Recap of Oz'' podcast.''' This podcast recaps the Oz books, one per episode. Available Available on many podcast sources, including Google Podcasts, and through [https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy80ZjgyMWIyYy9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw== this link].

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===''No Place Like Home'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''No Place Like Home'' podcast.''' This podcast looks at the Ruby Slippers, how they were stolen in 2005 and found again in 2018, and all the background behind them, the production of The Movie, the life of Judy Garland, and more. Available on most podcasting sites. For more information, the show's website is at https://shows.cadence13.com/podcast/noplacelikehome.

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===''The Lost Princess of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''The Lost Princess of Oz'' podcast.''' A new, original Oz story for kids (of all ages), told in six parts, with songs, and presented by the Delaware Children's Theatre. Although based on Baum's writings, this is not the same story as his novel ''The Lost Princess of Oz''. For more information, or to subscribe, see the show's website at https://www.thelostprincessofozpodcast.com/.

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===''The Wizard of Oz: A Homegrown American Fairy Tale'' radio broadcast, BBC World Service===
'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz: A Homegrown American Fairy Tale'' radio documentary, BBC World Service and online streaming.''' This program looks at the origins and mythology of ''The Wizard of Oz'' and how it came about. It is currently available to listen or download online, anywhere in the world. Check the program's website at https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/w3ct1rl9 to listen to it online, or to download it.

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===To Oz? To Oz! online convention, the Internet===
'''To Oz? To Oz! online convention.''' With so many Oz events having to be cancelled this year because of the COVID-19 pandemic, a bunch of them got together to present some of their events to a worldwide, online audience for free. The live portions of the convention have now ended, but if you go to https://ozis.us/, you can see many prerecorded talks and events.

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===The OzConnection, YouTube===
'''The OzConnection, YouTube.''' OzCon International, the world's longest running ''Wizard of Oz'' convention, now has a YouTube channel at "The OzConnection", which features highlights of earlier cons and new material. The link is at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQU5pEFZZ6n_vXvRalgclSg.

The OzConnection has recently started two shows specifically for their channel. The first is a talk show called "OZ:Connect", which you can find in a playlist at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r-NAe0FKDXk&list=PLVNfENfXbx111GmnLLJFklUVGxPl1zUC-. The other new show is "Crypto-Oz-ology", short stories about all kinds of unusual happenings in Oz, which is in a playlist at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sCoSH97u4ts&list=PLVNfENfXbx11g0DhXikoqyP0dslwHeC1h.

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===Oz Talk, YouTube===
'''''Oz Talk'' panel talk show, YouTube.''' Join five Oz friends as they discuss any and all Oz subjects under the sun. New episodes will drop every two weeks on [https://www.youtube.com/c/TheOfficialOzClub/videos the Official Oz Club's YouTube Channel]. You can find the playlist for ''Oz Talk'' at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VNINbbefPS4&list=PL3OVMLWgINCRfgeWZR8GPJOp11rR73Ssc.

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===''Fifty Years of Oziana'' Readings, Youtube===
'''''Fifty Years of Oziana'' short story readings, YouTube.''' To celebrate fifty years of ''Oziana'', the International Wizard of Oz Club's annual literary magazine, Club members read stories from the last five decades. Many authors have even revisited their own stories. You can see the playlist of all stories [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hm6WXDLg9U8&list=PL3OVMLWgINCQ2a_CDuBggCt7kCYVaS4yD right here].

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===''Rainbow'' movie, Netflix===
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'''Now playing: ''Rainbow'', on Netflix worldwide.''' The first streaming service premieres this new movie, from director Paco León, that uses themes and imagery from ''The Wizard of Oz'' to explore the coming of age of Dora, a young Spanish woman who finds that everything she thought she knew about her life may be wrong. Available in an English dub, or with English subtitles.

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===The Wizard of Oz Experience, Around the World===
'''The Wizard of Oz Experience.''' The interactive outdoors event will be making making another set of appearances around the United States, Canada, and Australia in the spring of 2024. Take a look at https://questoapp.com/ for when it's coming to your town.

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===The Wicked Wizard Afternoon Tea, London, England, United Kingdom===
'''The Wicked Wizard Afternoon Tea, The Franklin Hotel, London, England, United Kingdom.''' Enjoy an Oz-themed tea, inspired by ''The Wizard of Oz'' and ''Wicked'', in the heart of London's Knightsbridge district. Tea is served from noon to 6:00, costs £49 (spirits are extra), and reservations must be made at least twenty-four hours in advance. For more information, including the menu, see [https://collezione.starhotels.com/en/our-hotels/the-franklin-london/restaurants-and-bars/wicked-wizard-at-the-franklin.html?_gl=1*1cfuckg*_up*MQ..*_gs*MQ..*_ga*MzU1MjIzMDI0LjE3NDE1NzY0NjA.*_ga_444Y1N2CEK*MTc0MTU3NjQ1OC4xLjEuMTc0MTU3NjU3NS4wLjAuMTkzNzQwNjk0Nw..*_ga_YXSDGTQ8NB*MTc0MTU3NjQ1OC4xLjEuMTc0MTU3NjU3NS4wLjAuNDIxNjUwMTc1&gclid=Cj0KCQiAlbW-BhCMARIsADnwasphX4BQH4lMNEKBognzeTmjcu96bA-ZlcDfhhU2ouaxc5CgyV41YLMaAjUfEALw_wcB the Franklin's website].

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===''Ruby Red Handed: Stealing America’s Most Famous Pair of Shoes'', Hulu===
'''Now playing: ''Ruby Red Handed: Stealing America’s Most Famous Pair of Shoes'', Hulu Streaming Service.''' This ABC News documentary delves into the 2005 theft of a pair of Ruby Slippers in Minnesota and the subsequent investigation and recovery. Keep an eye out here for more information and links.

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===''The Wizard of Oz'', Las Vegas, Nevada===
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'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz'' at the Sphere, Las Vegas, Nevada.''' See the famous 1939 film version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in a whole new way. This is an immersive reimagining in 16K on a huge screen surrounding the audience. For more information and to buy tickets, go to https://www.thesphere.com/shows/wizard-of-oz-experience.

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===Candlelight: ''The Wizard of Oz'' concerts, around the world===
'''Candlelight: ''The Wizard of OZ'' concerts, around the world.''' In conjunction with Warner Bros., Candlelight is presenting songs from the famous movie version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in venues around the world amidst a sea of flickering candles. For more information, or to locate a concert, see the website at https://candlelightexperience.com/wizard-of-oz-concerts/.

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===The Land of Oz: Beyond the Page Museum Exhibit, Chicago, Illinois===
'''Now through March 15, 2026: The Land of Oz: Beyond the Page Museum Exhibit, Driehaus Museum, Chicago, Illinois.''' This exhibit focuses on design elements of the famous 1939 film adaptation of ''The Wizard of Oz''. Items on display include replicas of the Ruby Slippers and the Cowardly Lion's "Courage" medal, an early draft script, and a prototype for the Flying Monkey's costumes. For more information, see the museum's website at https://driehausmuseum.org/exhibitions.

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===Bloomland in Oz, Burlington, Ontario, Canada===
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'''Now through April 6, 2026: Bloomland in Oz, Royal Botanical Gardens Canada, Burlington, Ontario, Canada.''' The Gardens' 2026 showcase features floral displays and artistic creations, all inspired by the novel ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz''. For more information or to purchase tickets, see the website at https://www.rbg.ca/things-to-do/by-season/special-events/winter-exhibit/. And here's a behind-the-scenes look:
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===Stories of Cinema: Identity exhibit, Los Angeles, California===
'''Now through January 10, 2027: Stories of Cinema: Identity exhibit, Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, Los Angeles, California.''' The Academy Museum has brought its pair of Ruby Slippers back for the public to view. This exhibit also includes costumes and design studies from such movies as ''Flower Drum Song'', ''Dreamgirls'', ''Moulin Rouge!'', ''Amadeus'', ''Ma Raimey's Black Bottom'', ''Barbie'', and ''Wicked''. For more information, see the museum's website at https://www.academymuseum.org/en/exhibitions/stories-of-cinema-identity.

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==February 2026==
===''The Wizard of Oz'' movie, Los Angeles, California===
'''February 9, 2026: ''The Wizard of Oz'' movie, Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, Los Angeles, California.''' Well of course the Academy's museum also shows movies. Today, it's a 4K rendition of the famous 1939 film adaptation of ''The Wizard of Oz'', starting at 2:30 pm in the Ted Mann theater. For more information, see the museum's website at https://www.academymuseum.org/en/calendar?programTypes=16i3uOYQwism7sMDhIQr2O&page=5.

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===''Gale: Yellow Brick Road'', in theaters nationwide===
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'''February 11, 2026: ''Gale: Yellow Brick Road'' movie, theaters nationwide.''' Emily, Dorothy's granddaughter, is back in Oz, but it's not the land of wonder she was led to believe it is. Can Emily break the Gale family curse? This horror movie will play one night only in theaters nationwide, courtesy of Fathom Events. For more information, including theaters and tickets, see the event website at https://www.fathomentertainment.com/releases/gale-yellow-brick-road/.

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==March 2026==
===Lorna Luft, Las Vegas, Nevada===
'''March 14-15, 2026: Lorna Luft, The Palazzo Theatre, The Venetian, Las Vegas, Nevada.''' An actor and singer in her own right, Lorna Luft is also Judy Garland's daughter. Join her for an intimate, personal celebration of ''The Wizard of Oz'' and her mother's life and career. For more information or te purchase tickets, see https://www.venetianlasvegas.com/entertainment/lorna-luft.html.

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==April 2026==
===''Return to Oz'' 40th Anniversary Screening, San Francisco, California===
'''April 9, 2026: ''Return to Oz'' 40th Anniversary Screening, The Castro Theatre, San Francisco, California.''' The legendary San Francisco theater is opening again after renavations, and part of the program will be a rare theatrical screening of the 1985 Disney movie ''Return to Oz'' to celebrate it's fortieth anniversary (maybe a few months late). The special guest is director Walter Murch, who will discuss the film and answer questions afterwards. For more details, see the show's website at https://thecastro.com/events/movies-for-maniacs-260409/

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===Garmin Marathon in the Land of Oz, Olathe, Kansas===
'''April 26, 2026: Garmin Marathon in the Land of Oz, Olathe, Kansas.''' If you're going to have a 26.2-mile run in Kansas, you may as well give it an Oz theme! For more information and to register, see the race's website at http://ozrun.org/.

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==May/June 2026==
===Yellow Brick Road Festival, Sedan, Kansas===
'''May 22-23, 2026: Yellow Brick Road Festival, Sedan, Kansas.''' This town in Kansas celebrates ''The Wizard of Oz'' every year. For details, see http://www.lasr.net/travel/city.php?Sedan&Kansas&Yellow+Brick+Road+Festival&City_ID=KS0604019&Event_ID=KS0604019e002&VE=Y or call 620-725-4033.

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===Oz-Stravaganza, Chittenango, New York===
'''June 5-7, 2026: Oz-Stravaganza, Chittenango, New York.''' This village in upstate New York honors its native son, L. Frank Baum, with an annual festival honoring his creation, the Land of Oz. For more information, see the event's website at http://www.oz-stravaganza.com/.

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===Judy Garland Festival, Grand Rapids, Minnesota===
'''June (exact dates to be announced), 2026: Judy Garland Festival, Judy Garland Museum and environs, Grand Rapids, Minnesota.''' Judy Garland's home town celebrates her in this annual festival, with events all over town spread out over several days. For more information, keep an eye on the event's website at https://judygarlandmuseum.com/judy-garland-museum-events/.

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==August 2026==
===Oz Festival Illinois, Mapleton, Illinois===
'''August (exact date to be announced), 2025: Oz Fest Illinois, Butler Haynes Park, Mapleton, Illinois.'''. For more information, see the event's website at https://www.hollispark.org/oz-fest, or the Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/OzFestIllinois/.

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==September 2026==
===Autumn at Oz Party, Banner Elk, North Carolina===
'''September (exact dates to be announced), 2026: Autumn at Oz Party, Beech Mountain, Banner Elk, North Carolina.''' The Wizard of Oz Park on the mountain may no longer be in regular operation, but it's still there, and Oz and park fans get together once a year for a party. Hurricane Hélène paused the event for 2025, but there's hope for a return in 2026. For more information, check out https://landofoznc.com/.

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===OzFest, Liberal, Kansas===
'''September (exact date to be announced), 2026: OzFest, Liberal, Kansas.''' The home town of the Dorothy's House attraction hosts its annual tribute to Dorothy and Oz. For more information, see [https://www.lasr.net/travel/city.php?Ozfest&TravelTo=KS1019015&VE=Y&Event_ID=KS1019015e002 the city's events page] and [http://visitliberal.com/ the city's website] (and be sure to call 1-800-LIBERAL to confirm event and dates).

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==October 2026==
===Oztoberfest, Wamego, Kansas===
'''October (exact date to be announced), 2026: Oztoberfest, Wamego, Kansas.''' The town not only has an Oz museum, they put on an annual Oz festival. Authors and other special guests will attend, and there's also admission to the museum. For more details, call the Oz museum at 1-866-458-TOTO, or see the event's website at http://oztoberfest.com/.

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==November 2026==
===TeslaCon, Middleton, Wisconsin===
'''November 12-15, 2026: TeslaCon, Marriott of Middleton, Middleton, Wisconsin.''' The country's largest steampunk convention celebrates its sixteenth edition, and this year the theme is Oz. For more information, see the convention's website at https://teslacon.com/.

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==Holiday Season 2026-27==
===''The Wizard of Oz'', holiday cablecasts===
'''''The Wizard of Oz'' holiday cablecasts, TBS and TNT.''' The stations' annual holiday season showings of the famous film version are, generally speaking, around Thanksgiving on TBS and Christmas on TNT. Check your local provider for exact times and channels on your system. Keep checking back for updates.

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===''The Wiz'' holiday telecasts===
'''''The Wiz'' holiday telecasts.''' Channels have holiday time airings of the 1978 film adaptation of ''The Wiz'', starring Diana Ross as Dorothy, Michael Jackson as the Scarecrow, Lena Horne as Glinda, and Richard Pryor as the Wiz. Keep checking back for updates.

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===''If I Only Had Christmas'' television movie, The Hallmark Channel===
'''''If I Only Had Christmas'' television movie, The Hallmark Channel.''' A Hallmark Christmas romance movie, first shown in 2020 and based (extremely loosely) on ''The Wizard of Oz''! Candace Cameron Bure stars as Darcy Gale, a publicist who teams up with Huck, a cynical business owner played by Neil Webb, to help out a charity in need. It airs many times at Christmas, and occasionally at other times throughout the year (check your local television provider for exact time and channel on your system). For more details and a sneak peek behind the scenes, take a look at [https://www.etonline.com/candace-cameron-bure-stars-in-hallmark-channels-if-i-only-had-christmas-first-look-exclusive-154864 the news report on the ''Entertainment Tonight'' website]. And [https://celebratingthesoaps.com/hallmark/hallmark-channel-news-wizard-of-oz-reimagined-candace-cameron-bure-in-if-i-only-had-christmas/ here's another report with another preview]. Finally, [https://www.hallmarkchannel.com/if-i-only-had-christmas here's the movie's page on the channel's website].

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==To Be Determined==
===Wizard of Oz Days, Macon, Missouri===
'''Exact date to be announced: Wizard of Oz Days, Hannibal, Missouri.''' For complete details, see the event's Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/WizardofOzDays.

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OzWiki:Current events

2026-02-09T04:03:48Z

Ericgjovaag: /* The Music of Oz, Washington, DC */

Other Oz events can also be found on [https://www.ozclub.org/calendar/ the International Wizard of Oz Club's online calendar].

Please note that, since I live in the United States and most Oz events take place in the United States, I will identify most event locations by city and state only. Any events taking place in other countries will include the name of the country as well.

==Going on now==
===''Wicked'' play, around the world===
'''Now playing: ''Wicked''.''' This is the award-winning musical based on Gregory Maguire's novel ''Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West''. The book is by Winnie Holzman, the music by Stephen Schwartz, and the show is directed by Joe Mantello. It has done so well, it has spawned the following productions:

* [http://www.gershwintheatre.com/ Gershwin Theater], Broadway, New York City, New York. Tickets may be purchased online at [http://www.ticketmaster.com/venue/24579 ticketmaster.com]. For more details, go to [http://wickedthemusical.com/ wickedthemusical.com]. For a "Behind the Emerald Curtain" tour on Saturday mornings, go to https://wickedthemusical.com/behind-the-emerald-curtain#scrolldown for details.

* The Apollo Victoria Theatre, The West End, London, England, United Kingdom. For more information, including booking tickets, see http://www.wickedthemusical.co.uk/.

* ''Wicked'' is also touring the United States and Canada. For more information and updates about the tour, see https://wickedthemusical.com/tickets/#tour. Here's the current schedule (locations and dates are subject to change):
** Now through February 15, 2026: [https://pittsburgh.broadway.com/shows/wicked/ Benedum Center], Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
** February 18-March 1, 2026: [https://rbtl.org/ West Herr Auditorium Theatre], Rochester, New York
** March 4-22, 2026: [https://www.ppacri.org/events/detail/wicked-2 Providence Performing Arts Center], Providence, Rhode Island
** March 25-April 5, 2026: [https://www.broadwayincolumbia.com/upcoming-shows/ Koger Center for the Arts], Columbia, South Carolina
** April 8-19, 2026: [https://www.celebrityattractions.com/shows/10200/WICKED/Little-Rock/2026 Robinson Center], Little Rock, Arkansas
** April 22-May 3, 2026: Juanita K. Hammons Hall, Springfield, Missouri
** May 6-June 14, 2026: [https://dallas.broadway.com/shows/wicked/ Music Hall at Fair Park], Dallas, Texas
** June 17-July 5, 2026: [https://ticketomaha.com/Productions/wicked Orpheum Theater], Omaha, Nebraska
** July 8-August 9, 2026: [https://hennepinarts.org/events/wicked Orpheum Theatre], Minneapolis, Minnesota
** August 12-30, 2026: [https://kansascity.broadway.com/shows/wicked/ Music Hall], Kansas City, Missouri
** September 2-20, 2026: [https://www.desmoinesperformingarts.org/whats-on/events/2025-26/broadway/wicked Des Moines Civic Center], Des Moines, Iowa

* The Korean production is now on tour. The show's website is at https://www.wickedthemusical.co.kr/Home/Index. Here are the current dates:
** February 5-March 1, 2026: Keimyung Arts Center, Daigu

* A new, non-reproduction staging, based on the Brazilian version, is now playing at the Dubai Opera in Dubai, UAE, through February 15, 2026. For more information, see the website at https://www.dubaiopera.com/en-US/product-details?ID=5facadac-b73b-f011-8c4e-0022480cfb5c.

* Another non-reproduction staging is now running at the Teatr Muzyczny ROMA in Warsaw, Poland. For more information, see https://www.teatrroma.pl/spektakl/wicked/.

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===''The Wiz'' play, national tour===
'''''The Wiz'' play, national tour.''' After its Broadway run, this new staging of the Tony-winning musical adaptation of ''The Wizard of Oz'' heads out on a North American tour. The following dates have been announced:

* February 10-15, 2026: [https://www.stgpresents.org/events/the-wiz/ Paramount Theatre], Seattle, Washington
* March 3-15, 2026: [https://cincinnati.broadway.com/shows/the-wiz/ Aronhoff Center], Cincinnati, Ohio
* April 21-26, 2026: [https://www.altriatheater.com/events/detail/the-wiz-2025 Altria Center], Richmond, Virginia
* May 5-10, 2026: [https://www.celebrityattractions.com/shows/10194/THE-WIZ/Tulsa/2026 Tulsa Performing Arts Center], Tulsa, Oklahoma
* May 12-17, 2026: [https://austin.broadway.com/shows/the-wiz/ Bass Concert Hall], Austin, Texas
* May 19-24, 2026: [https://www.okcbroadway.com/wiz Civic Center Music Hall], Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
* May 26-31, 2026: [https://americantheatreguild.com/toledo/shows/the-wiz/ Stranahan Theater], Toledo, Ohio

More dates and cities will be coming. For more information, see the show's website at https://wizmusical.com/.

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===''The Wizard of Oz on Ice'' on tour===
'''Now on Tour: ''The Wizard of Oz on Ice''.''' The new, reimagined version of the 1990s ice show returns for another season. The company has announced the following tour dates:
* February 12, 2026: Bradford Area High School Auditorium, Bradford, Pennsylvania
* February 14, 2026: [https://rivieratheatre.org/event/wizard-of-oz-ice/ Riviera Theatre], North Tonawanda, New York
* February 15, 2026: [https://theeich.org/ Eichelberger Performing Arts Center], Hanover, Pennsylvania
* February 21, 2026: [https://starcentremd.com/event/the-all-new-wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ The STAR Center], Havre de Grace, Maryland
* February 25, 2026: [https://www.springfieldartscouncil.org/event/the-all-new-wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Clark State Performing Arts Center], Springfield, Ohio
* February 26, 2026: [https://luhrscenter.com/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Luhrs Performing Arts Center], Shippensburg, Pennsylvania
* March 5, 2026: [https://www.artsblooming.org/home-bcpa Bloomington Center for the Arts], Bloomington, Illinois
* March 6, 2026: [https://leachtheatre.mst.edu/events/2025/wiz-oz-on-ice/ Leach Theatre], Rolla, Missouri
* March 7, 2026: [https://www.hutchinsonfox.com/events/the-wizard-of-oz-on-ice Hutchinson's Historic Fox Theatre], Hutchinson, Kansas
* March 8, 2026: [https://www.topekaperformingarts.org/events/2026/the-wizard-of-oz-on-ice Topeka Performing Arts Center], Topeka, Kansas
* March 11, 2026: [https://mizzouarts.missouri.edu/university-concert-series-returns-for-118th-season/ Jesse Auditorium, University of Missouri], Columbia, Missouri
* March 14, 2026: [https://www.skokospac.org/ Shokos Performing Arts Center], Alma, Arkansas
* March 15, 2026: [https://www.coppellartscenter.org/events/detail/2026-wizard-of-oz-on-ice Coppell Arts Center], Coppell, Texas
* March 19, 2026: [https://coffeecountyartsalliance.org/product/wizard/ Enterprise High School Performing Arts Center], Enterprise, Alabama
* March 20, 2026: [https://fordcenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Ford Center for the Performing Arts], Oxford, Mississippi
* March 21, 2026: [https://tickets.thegrand.com/Online/mapSelect.asp?doWork::WSmap::loadMap=Load&createBO::WSmap=1&BOparam::WSmap::loadMap::performance_ids=BF23CAB4-BB58-48F2-B25A-98FC0873E482 The Grand 1894 Opera House], Galveston, Texas
* March 22, 2026: [https://ci.ovationtix.com/35987/production/1241069?performanceId=11647305 Temple Theater], Lufkin, Texas
* March 27, 2026: [https://www.moonlightstage.com/shows-tickets Moonlight Amphitheatre], Vista, California
* March 28, 2026: [https://www.ycpac.com/Online/default.asp?BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Avenue_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Acity_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Amonth_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Aobject_type_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Acategory_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_from=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_to=&doWork%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3Asearch=1&BOparam%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3Asearch%3A%3Aarticle_search_id=EE8716B4-0827-4B0D-9ACB-038A148DF966&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_criteria=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_from=2026-3-28&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_to=2026-3-28 Jim and Linda Lee Performing Arts Center], Prescott, Arizona
* March 29, 2026: [https://tickets.haughpac.com/wizard Haugh Performing Arts Center], Glendora, California
* March 30, 2026: [https://higleycenter.org/ Higley Center for the Performing Arts], Gilbert, Arizona
* April 10, 2026: [https://www.sunsetcenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Sunset Cultural Center], Carmel-by-the-Sea, California
* April 11, 2026: [https://www.lpac.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Lancaster Performing Arts Center], Lancaster, California
* April 12, 2026: [https://livermorearts.org/ Livermore Valley Performing Arts Center], Livermore, California
* April 15, 2026: [https://craterian.org/event/the-wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Craterian Theater], Medford, Oregon
* April 16, 2026: [https://columbiatheatre.com/new-events/wizard-of-oz-on-ice Columbia Theatre], Longview, Washington
* April 17, 2026: [https://www.washingtoncenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice-4-17-2026/ Washington Center for the Performing Arts], Olympia, Washington
* April 19, 2026: [https://buttearts.org/ Mother Lode Theatre], Butte, Montana
* April 30, 2026: [https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/41568594/wizard-of-oz-on-ice-pembroke-givens-performing-arts-center?_gl=1*17vkium*_ga*MTg1OTc1NzAyOS4xNzU3MTE1MzQz*_ga_LQFXLBGNDL*czE3NTcxMTUzNDMkbzEkZzEkdDE3NTcxMTUzNzMkajMwJGwwJGgw Givens Performing Arts Center], Pembroke, North Carolina

For more information about the show, see the website at https://wizardofozonice.com/.

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===''Ozmafia'' anime series, on the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Ozmafia'' anime series, crunchyroll.com.''' In this Japanese anime series (based on the video game of the same name), Scarlet is a new transfer student at Oz Academy. He doesn't get off to a good start, but the teachers seem nice enough. But what strange secrets are hiding at Oz Academy, and why are they at war with the other academies? Episodes (in Japanese, with English subtitles) are available to view online at http://www.crunchyroll.com/ozmafia for free.

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===''The Wizard of Oz'' and ''The Wiz'', throughout the United Kingdom===
'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz'', throughout the United Kingdom.''' Oz is a popular show to perform in the United Kingdom, and there always seems to be a show going on somewhere. For a complete listing of all upcoming productions of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in the United Kingdom, see the listings at [http://www.list.co.uk/events/theatre/what:The%20Wizard%20of%20Oz/sort:date/show:100/ ''The List''], naturally. They also have listings for performances of [http://www.list.co.uk/events/theatre/what:The%20Wiz/sort:date/show:100/ ''The Wiz''].

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===''Emerald City'' television series, NBC.com===
'''''Emerald City'' television series, NBC.com''' The latest Oz TV project has gone through its broadcast run on NBC. But the show's website is still up at http://www.nbc.com/emerald-city. You can still watch episodes online at http://www.nbc.com/emerald-city/episodes, and the show is also streaming on Peacock.

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===''Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz'', Internet Streaming and Cablecast===
'''Now playing: ''Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz'' cartoon series, Internet Streaming.''' This is the latest Oz cartoon series, based (very loosely) on the famous 1939 film version. Dorothy is now a princess of Oz and living in the Emerald City with Queen Ozma. But she's still having adventures! For more information, see the show's website at https://watch.boomerang.com/shows/dorothy-franchise/series/dorothy-series/volume-1. Or, if you have the Boomerang or Cartoon Network cable channels, episodes are now being shown in territories around the world, outside the United States, also have the show, so check your local version of the Cartoon Network, Boomerang, or Max channels or websites.

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===''Lost in Oz'' series, Internet streaming===
'''Now playing: ''Lost in Oz'', Amazon Video streaming.''' This animated series from Amazon tells the story of Dorothy, a modern-day girl, and her dog Toto, who are whisked to Oz when Dorothy opens one of her mother's old journals. To get home, she must find the elements of magic and help restore magic to Oz. Fortunately she has made friends with Ojo the Munchkin and West, a trainee witch, to help her out. To get started, see Amazon's ''Lost in Oz'' website at https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00Z89MYTI! And in November of 2022, [https://www.youtube.com/embed/h4fc1XvdBrk this short was dropped] with news of what's to come.

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===''Dee & Friends in Oz'', Netflix worldwide===
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'''Now playing: ''Dee & Friends in Oz'', Netflix worldwide.''' The streaming service has announced their new shows for 2024, including ''Dee & Friends in Oz'', an animated musical series aimed at preschoolers. Dee is a young girl who discovers a key to the magical land of Oz, where she makes friends and has has adventures where she saves the day. Want a sneak peek? [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oPAZCfmc0mQ&ab_channel=NetflixJr. Here's the first episode!]

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===''Chronicles of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now streaming: The ''Chronicles of Oz'' podcast.''' This audio adaptation of the first three Oz books, each in six episodes, presents ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', ''The Marvellous Land of Oz'', and ''Ozma of Oz'', plus a special episode adapting ''The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus''. Produced by Crossover Adventure Productions out of Australia. All episodes, along with trailers and other materials, can be downloaded at http://chroniclesofoz.com/.

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===''The Royal Podcast of Oz'', the Internet===
'''Now streaming: ''The Royal Podcast of Oz'', podbean.com and other podcasting sites.''' Now running for over a decade, this podcast is devoted to all things Oz, with interviews, reviews, news, and other items of interest to Oz fans of all types. You can listen to or download all editions at https://anchor.fm/the-royal-podcast-of-oz/, or look for it on your favorite podcast site.

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===''Wait Wait…Don't Tell Me'', National Public Radio===
'''Now streaming: ''Wait Wait…Don't Tell Me'' edition of May 11, 2019, npr.org.''' The popular current events quiz show recorded this episode in St. Louis, and got one of the city's most celebrated residents to play "Not My Job". Former Cardinals shortstop and Hall of Fame inductee Ozzie Smith was nicknamed "The Wizard of Oz" in his playing days, so naturally, he gets to answer questions about ''The Wizard of Oz''! You can listen to the entire episode [https://www.npr.org/programs/wait-wait-dont-tell-me/722132214/wait-wait-for-may-11-2019-with-not-my-job-guest-ozzie-smith?showDate=2019-05-11 here], or just Smith's segment [https://www.npr.org/2019/05/11/721853591/not-my-job-we-quiz-baseball-great-ozzie-smith-on-the-wizard-of-oz here].

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===''Hit the Bricks!'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Hit the Bricks!'' podcast, the Internet.''' One hundred years after the events of ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', the Gale farm is abandoned, and a new generation is off to have adventures in Oz. The first act has now dropped, with further episodes to come. For more information, see the show's website at https://hitthebricks.com/, and its Twitter feed at https://twitter.com/HitTheBricksPod/.

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===''The Smallwood Sessions'' podcast, "The Podcast of Oz", the Internet===
'''Now playing: "The Podcast of Oz" episode of ''The Smallwood Sessions'' podcast.''' To celebrate what would have been the 2020 edition of Chittenango's Oz-Stravaganza, this podcast about upstate New York celebrates Oz and creator L. Frank Baum's connections to the area. To listen, go to https://anchor.fm/josh-taylor87/episodes/Episode-22-The-Podcast-of-Oz-ef05f4.

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===''Down the Yellow Brick Pod'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Down the Yellow Brick Pod'' podcast.''' This podcast takes a deep dive into the Oz books, one chapter at a time, and looks at all that they encompass. Available on many podcast sources, including Google Podcasts, and through [https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS8xMTcyMTM4LnJzcw?hl=en this link].

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===''The Wonderful Recap of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''The Wonderful Recap of Oz'' podcast.''' This podcast recaps the Oz books, one per episode. Available Available on many podcast sources, including Google Podcasts, and through [https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy80ZjgyMWIyYy9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw== this link].

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===''No Place Like Home'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''No Place Like Home'' podcast.''' This podcast looks at the Ruby Slippers, how they were stolen in 2005 and found again in 2018, and all the background behind them, the production of The Movie, the life of Judy Garland, and more. Available on most podcasting sites. For more information, the show's website is at https://shows.cadence13.com/podcast/noplacelikehome.

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===''The Lost Princess of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''The Lost Princess of Oz'' podcast.''' A new, original Oz story for kids (of all ages), told in six parts, with songs, and presented by the Delaware Children's Theatre. Although based on Baum's writings, this is not the same story as his novel ''The Lost Princess of Oz''. For more information, or to subscribe, see the show's website at https://www.thelostprincessofozpodcast.com/.

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===''The Wizard of Oz: A Homegrown American Fairy Tale'' radio broadcast, BBC World Service===
'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz: A Homegrown American Fairy Tale'' radio documentary, BBC World Service and online streaming.''' This program looks at the origins and mythology of ''The Wizard of Oz'' and how it came about. It is currently available to listen or download online, anywhere in the world. Check the program's website at https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/w3ct1rl9 to listen to it online, or to download it.

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===To Oz? To Oz! online convention, the Internet===
'''To Oz? To Oz! online convention.''' With so many Oz events having to be cancelled this year because of the COVID-19 pandemic, a bunch of them got together to present some of their events to a worldwide, online audience for free. The live portions of the convention have now ended, but if you go to https://ozis.us/, you can see many prerecorded talks and events.

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===The OzConnection, YouTube===
'''The OzConnection, YouTube.''' OzCon International, the world's longest running ''Wizard of Oz'' convention, now has a YouTube channel at "The OzConnection", which features highlights of earlier cons and new material. The link is at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQU5pEFZZ6n_vXvRalgclSg.

The OzConnection has recently started two shows specifically for their channel. The first is a talk show called "OZ:Connect", which you can find in a playlist at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r-NAe0FKDXk&list=PLVNfENfXbx111GmnLLJFklUVGxPl1zUC-. The other new show is "Crypto-Oz-ology", short stories about all kinds of unusual happenings in Oz, which is in a playlist at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sCoSH97u4ts&list=PLVNfENfXbx11g0DhXikoqyP0dslwHeC1h.

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===Oz Talk, YouTube===
'''''Oz Talk'' panel talk show, YouTube.''' Join five Oz friends as they discuss any and all Oz subjects under the sun. New episodes will drop every two weeks on [https://www.youtube.com/c/TheOfficialOzClub/videos the Official Oz Club's YouTube Channel]. You can find the playlist for ''Oz Talk'' at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VNINbbefPS4&list=PL3OVMLWgINCRfgeWZR8GPJOp11rR73Ssc.

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===''Fifty Years of Oziana'' Readings, Youtube===
'''''Fifty Years of Oziana'' short story readings, YouTube.''' To celebrate fifty years of ''Oziana'', the International Wizard of Oz Club's annual literary magazine, Club members read stories from the last five decades. Many authors have even revisited their own stories. You can see the playlist of all stories [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hm6WXDLg9U8&list=PL3OVMLWgINCQ2a_CDuBggCt7kCYVaS4yD right here].

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===''Rainbow'' movie, Netflix===
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'''Now playing: ''Rainbow'', on Netflix worldwide.''' The first streaming service premieres this new movie, from director Paco León, that uses themes and imagery from ''The Wizard of Oz'' to explore the coming of age of Dora, a young Spanish woman who finds that everything she thought she knew about her life may be wrong. Available in an English dub, or with English subtitles.

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===The Wizard of Oz Experience, Around the World===
'''The Wizard of Oz Experience.''' The interactive outdoors event will be making making another set of appearances around the United States, Canada, and Australia in the spring of 2024. Take a look at https://questoapp.com/ for when it's coming to your town.

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===The Wicked Wizard Afternoon Tea, London, England, United Kingdom===
'''The Wicked Wizard Afternoon Tea, The Franklin Hotel, London, England, United Kingdom.''' Enjoy an Oz-themed tea, inspired by ''The Wizard of Oz'' and ''Wicked'', in the heart of London's Knightsbridge district. Tea is served from noon to 6:00, costs £49 (spirits are extra), and reservations must be made at least twenty-four hours in advance. For more information, including the menu, see [https://collezione.starhotels.com/en/our-hotels/the-franklin-london/restaurants-and-bars/wicked-wizard-at-the-franklin.html?_gl=1*1cfuckg*_up*MQ..*_gs*MQ..*_ga*MzU1MjIzMDI0LjE3NDE1NzY0NjA.*_ga_444Y1N2CEK*MTc0MTU3NjQ1OC4xLjEuMTc0MTU3NjU3NS4wLjAuMTkzNzQwNjk0Nw..*_ga_YXSDGTQ8NB*MTc0MTU3NjQ1OC4xLjEuMTc0MTU3NjU3NS4wLjAuNDIxNjUwMTc1&gclid=Cj0KCQiAlbW-BhCMARIsADnwasphX4BQH4lMNEKBognzeTmjcu96bA-ZlcDfhhU2ouaxc5CgyV41YLMaAjUfEALw_wcB the Franklin's website].

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===''Ruby Red Handed: Stealing America’s Most Famous Pair of Shoes'', Hulu===
'''Now playing: ''Ruby Red Handed: Stealing America’s Most Famous Pair of Shoes'', Hulu Streaming Service.''' This ABC News documentary delves into the 2005 theft of a pair of Ruby Slippers in Minnesota and the subsequent investigation and recovery. Keep an eye out here for more information and links.

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===''The Wizard of Oz'', Las Vegas, Nevada===
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'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz'' at the Sphere, Las Vegas, Nevada.''' See the famous 1939 film version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in a whole new way. This is an immersive reimagining in 16K on a huge screen surrounding the audience. For more information and to buy tickets, go to https://www.thesphere.com/shows/wizard-of-oz-experience.

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===Candlelight: ''The Wizard of Oz'' concerts, around the world===
'''Candlelight: ''The Wizard of OZ'' concerts, around the world.''' In conjunction with Warner Bros., Candlelight is presenting songs from the famous movie version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in venues around the world amidst a sea of flickering candles. For more information, or to locate a concert, see the website at https://candlelightexperience.com/wizard-of-oz-concerts/.

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===The Land of Oz: Beyond the Page Museum Exhibit, Chicago, Illinois===
'''Now through March 15, 2026: The Land of Oz: Beyond the Page Museum Exhibit, Driehaus Museum, Chicago, Illinois.''' This exhibit focuses on design elements of the famous 1939 film adaptation of ''The Wizard of Oz''. Items on display include replicas of the Ruby Slippers and the Cowardly Lion's "Courage" medal, an early draft script, and a prototype for the Flying Monkey's costumes. For more information, see the museum's website at https://driehausmuseum.org/exhibitions.

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===Bloomland in Oz, Burlington, Ontario, Canada===
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'''Now through April 6, 2026: Bloomland in Oz, Royal Botanical Gardens Canada, Burlington, Ontario, Canada.''' The Gardens' 2026 showcase features floral displays and artistic creations, all inspired by the novel ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz''. For more information or to purchase tickets, see the website at https://www.rbg.ca/things-to-do/by-season/special-events/winter-exhibit/. And here's a behind-the-scenes look:
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===Stories of Cinema: Identity exhibit, Los Angeles, California===
'''Now through January 10, 2027: Stories of Cinema: Identity exhibit, Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, Los Angeles, California.''' The Academy Museum has brought its pair of Ruby Slippers back for the public to view. This exhibit also includes costumes and design studies from such movies as ''Flower Drum Song'', ''Dreamgirls'', ''Moulin Rouge!'', ''Amadeus'', ''Ma Raimey's Black Bottom'', ''Barbie'', and ''Wicked''. For more information, see the museum's website at https://www.academymuseum.org/en/exhibitions/stories-of-cinema-identity.

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==February 2026==
===''The Wizard of Oz'' movie, Los Angeles, California===
'''February 9, 2026: ''The Wizard of Oz'' movie, Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, Los Angeles, California.''' Well of course the Academy's museum also shows movies. Today, it's a 4K rendition of the famous 1939 film adaptation of ''The Wizard of Oz'', starting at 2:30 pm in the Ted Mann theater. For more information, see the museum's website at https://www.academymuseum.org/en/calendar?programTypes=16i3uOYQwism7sMDhIQr2O&page=5.

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===''Gale: Yellow Brick Road'', in theaters nationwide===
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'''February 11, 2026: ''Gale: Yellow Brick Road'' movie, theaters nationwide.''' Emily, Dorothy's granddaughter, is back in Oz, but it's not the land of wonder she was led to believe it is. Can Emily break the Gale family curse? This horror movie will play one night only in theaters nationwide, courtesy of Fathom Events. For more information, including theaters and tickets, see the event website at https://www.fathomentertainment.com/releases/gale-yellow-brick-road/.

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==April 2026==
===''Return to Oz'' 40th Anniversary Screening, San Francisco, California===
'''April 9, 2026: ''Return to Oz'' 40th Anniversary Screening, The Castro Theatre, San Francisco, California.''' The legendary San Francisco theater is opening again after renavations, and part of the program will be a rare theatrical screening of the 1985 Disney movie ''Return to Oz'' to celebrate it's fortieth anniversary (maybe a few months late). The special guest is director Walter Murch, who will discuss the film and answer questions afterwards. For more details, see the show's website at https://thecastro.com/events/movies-for-maniacs-260409/

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===Garmin Marathon in the Land of Oz, Olathe, Kansas===
'''April 26, 2026: Garmin Marathon in the Land of Oz, Olathe, Kansas.''' If you're going to have a 26.2-mile run in Kansas, you may as well give it an Oz theme! For more information and to register, see the race's website at http://ozrun.org/.

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==May/June 2026==
===Yellow Brick Road Festival, Sedan, Kansas===
'''May 22-23, 2026: Yellow Brick Road Festival, Sedan, Kansas.''' This town in Kansas celebrates ''The Wizard of Oz'' every year. For details, see http://www.lasr.net/travel/city.php?Sedan&Kansas&Yellow+Brick+Road+Festival&City_ID=KS0604019&Event_ID=KS0604019e002&VE=Y or call 620-725-4033.

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===Oz-Stravaganza, Chittenango, New York===
'''June 5-7, 2026: Oz-Stravaganza, Chittenango, New York.''' This village in upstate New York honors its native son, L. Frank Baum, with an annual festival honoring his creation, the Land of Oz. For more information, see the event's website at http://www.oz-stravaganza.com/.

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===Judy Garland Festival, Grand Rapids, Minnesota===
'''June (exact dates to be announced), 2026: Judy Garland Festival, Judy Garland Museum and environs, Grand Rapids, Minnesota.''' Judy Garland's home town celebrates her in this annual festival, with events all over town spread out over several days. For more information, keep an eye on the event's website at https://judygarlandmuseum.com/judy-garland-museum-events/.

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==August 2026==
===Oz Festival Illinois, Mapleton, Illinois===
'''August (exact date to be announced), 2025: Oz Fest Illinois, Butler Haynes Park, Mapleton, Illinois.'''. For more information, see the event's website at https://www.hollispark.org/oz-fest, or the Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/OzFestIllinois/.

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==September 2026==
===Autumn at Oz Party, Banner Elk, North Carolina===
'''September (exact dates to be announced), 2026: Autumn at Oz Party, Beech Mountain, Banner Elk, North Carolina.''' The Wizard of Oz Park on the mountain may no longer be in regular operation, but it's still there, and Oz and park fans get together once a year for a party. Hurricane Hélène paused the event for 2025, but there's hope for a return in 2026. For more information, check out https://landofoznc.com/.

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===OzFest, Liberal, Kansas===
'''September (exact date to be announced), 2026: OzFest, Liberal, Kansas.''' The home town of the Dorothy's House attraction hosts its annual tribute to Dorothy and Oz. For more information, see [https://www.lasr.net/travel/city.php?Ozfest&TravelTo=KS1019015&VE=Y&Event_ID=KS1019015e002 the city's events page] and [http://visitliberal.com/ the city's website] (and be sure to call 1-800-LIBERAL to confirm event and dates).

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==October 2026==
===Oztoberfest, Wamego, Kansas===
'''October (exact date to be announced), 2026: Oztoberfest, Wamego, Kansas.''' The town not only has an Oz museum, they put on an annual Oz festival. Authors and other special guests will attend, and there's also admission to the museum. For more details, call the Oz museum at 1-866-458-TOTO, or see the event's website at http://oztoberfest.com/.

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==November 2026==
===TeslaCon, Middleton, Wisconsin===
'''November 12-15, 2026: TeslaCon, Marriott of Middleton, Middleton, Wisconsin.''' The country's largest steampunk convention celebrates its sixteenth edition, and this year the theme is Oz. For more information, see the convention's website at https://teslacon.com/.

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==Holiday Season 2026-27==
===''The Wizard of Oz'', holiday cablecasts===
'''''The Wizard of Oz'' holiday cablecasts, TBS and TNT.''' The stations' annual holiday season showings of the famous film version are, generally speaking, around Thanksgiving on TBS and Christmas on TNT. Check your local provider for exact times and channels on your system. Keep checking back for updates.

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===''The Wiz'' holiday telecasts===
'''''The Wiz'' holiday telecasts.''' Channels have holiday time airings of the 1978 film adaptation of ''The Wiz'', starring Diana Ross as Dorothy, Michael Jackson as the Scarecrow, Lena Horne as Glinda, and Richard Pryor as the Wiz. Keep checking back for updates.

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===''If I Only Had Christmas'' television movie, The Hallmark Channel===
'''''If I Only Had Christmas'' television movie, The Hallmark Channel.''' A Hallmark Christmas romance movie, first shown in 2020 and based (extremely loosely) on ''The Wizard of Oz''! Candace Cameron Bure stars as Darcy Gale, a publicist who teams up with Huck, a cynical business owner played by Neil Webb, to help out a charity in need. It airs many times at Christmas, and occasionally at other times throughout the year (check your local television provider for exact time and channel on your system). For more details and a sneak peek behind the scenes, take a look at [https://www.etonline.com/candace-cameron-bure-stars-in-hallmark-channels-if-i-only-had-christmas-first-look-exclusive-154864 the news report on the ''Entertainment Tonight'' website]. And [https://celebratingthesoaps.com/hallmark/hallmark-channel-news-wizard-of-oz-reimagined-candace-cameron-bure-in-if-i-only-had-christmas/ here's another report with another preview]. Finally, [https://www.hallmarkchannel.com/if-i-only-had-christmas here's the movie's page on the channel's website].

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==To Be Determined==
===Wizard of Oz Days, Macon, Missouri===
'''Exact date to be announced: Wizard of Oz Days, Hannibal, Missouri.''' For complete details, see the event's Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/WizardofOzDays.

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OzWiki:Current events

2026-02-09T04:02:57Z

Ericgjovaag: /* The Wizard of Oz on Ice on tour */

Other Oz events can also be found on [https://www.ozclub.org/calendar/ the International Wizard of Oz Club's online calendar].

Please note that, since I live in the United States and most Oz events take place in the United States, I will identify most event locations by city and state only. Any events taking place in other countries will include the name of the country as well.

==Going on now==
===''Wicked'' play, around the world===
'''Now playing: ''Wicked''.''' This is the award-winning musical based on Gregory Maguire's novel ''Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West''. The book is by Winnie Holzman, the music by Stephen Schwartz, and the show is directed by Joe Mantello. It has done so well, it has spawned the following productions:

* [http://www.gershwintheatre.com/ Gershwin Theater], Broadway, New York City, New York. Tickets may be purchased online at [http://www.ticketmaster.com/venue/24579 ticketmaster.com]. For more details, go to [http://wickedthemusical.com/ wickedthemusical.com]. For a "Behind the Emerald Curtain" tour on Saturday mornings, go to https://wickedthemusical.com/behind-the-emerald-curtain#scrolldown for details.

* The Apollo Victoria Theatre, The West End, London, England, United Kingdom. For more information, including booking tickets, see http://www.wickedthemusical.co.uk/.

* ''Wicked'' is also touring the United States and Canada. For more information and updates about the tour, see https://wickedthemusical.com/tickets/#tour. Here's the current schedule (locations and dates are subject to change):
** Now through February 15, 2026: [https://pittsburgh.broadway.com/shows/wicked/ Benedum Center], Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
** February 18-March 1, 2026: [https://rbtl.org/ West Herr Auditorium Theatre], Rochester, New York
** March 4-22, 2026: [https://www.ppacri.org/events/detail/wicked-2 Providence Performing Arts Center], Providence, Rhode Island
** March 25-April 5, 2026: [https://www.broadwayincolumbia.com/upcoming-shows/ Koger Center for the Arts], Columbia, South Carolina
** April 8-19, 2026: [https://www.celebrityattractions.com/shows/10200/WICKED/Little-Rock/2026 Robinson Center], Little Rock, Arkansas
** April 22-May 3, 2026: Juanita K. Hammons Hall, Springfield, Missouri
** May 6-June 14, 2026: [https://dallas.broadway.com/shows/wicked/ Music Hall at Fair Park], Dallas, Texas
** June 17-July 5, 2026: [https://ticketomaha.com/Productions/wicked Orpheum Theater], Omaha, Nebraska
** July 8-August 9, 2026: [https://hennepinarts.org/events/wicked Orpheum Theatre], Minneapolis, Minnesota
** August 12-30, 2026: [https://kansascity.broadway.com/shows/wicked/ Music Hall], Kansas City, Missouri
** September 2-20, 2026: [https://www.desmoinesperformingarts.org/whats-on/events/2025-26/broadway/wicked Des Moines Civic Center], Des Moines, Iowa

* The Korean production is now on tour. The show's website is at https://www.wickedthemusical.co.kr/Home/Index. Here are the current dates:
** February 5-March 1, 2026: Keimyung Arts Center, Daigu

* A new, non-reproduction staging, based on the Brazilian version, is now playing at the Dubai Opera in Dubai, UAE, through February 15, 2026. For more information, see the website at https://www.dubaiopera.com/en-US/product-details?ID=5facadac-b73b-f011-8c4e-0022480cfb5c.

* Another non-reproduction staging is now running at the Teatr Muzyczny ROMA in Warsaw, Poland. For more information, see https://www.teatrroma.pl/spektakl/wicked/.

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===''The Wiz'' play, national tour===
'''''The Wiz'' play, national tour.''' After its Broadway run, this new staging of the Tony-winning musical adaptation of ''The Wizard of Oz'' heads out on a North American tour. The following dates have been announced:

* February 10-15, 2026: [https://www.stgpresents.org/events/the-wiz/ Paramount Theatre], Seattle, Washington
* March 3-15, 2026: [https://cincinnati.broadway.com/shows/the-wiz/ Aronhoff Center], Cincinnati, Ohio
* April 21-26, 2026: [https://www.altriatheater.com/events/detail/the-wiz-2025 Altria Center], Richmond, Virginia
* May 5-10, 2026: [https://www.celebrityattractions.com/shows/10194/THE-WIZ/Tulsa/2026 Tulsa Performing Arts Center], Tulsa, Oklahoma
* May 12-17, 2026: [https://austin.broadway.com/shows/the-wiz/ Bass Concert Hall], Austin, Texas
* May 19-24, 2026: [https://www.okcbroadway.com/wiz Civic Center Music Hall], Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
* May 26-31, 2026: [https://americantheatreguild.com/toledo/shows/the-wiz/ Stranahan Theater], Toledo, Ohio

More dates and cities will be coming. For more information, see the show's website at https://wizmusical.com/.

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===''The Wizard of Oz on Ice'' on tour===
'''Now on Tour: ''The Wizard of Oz on Ice''.''' The new, reimagined version of the 1990s ice show returns for another season. The company has announced the following tour dates:
* February 12, 2026: Bradford Area High School Auditorium, Bradford, Pennsylvania
* February 14, 2026: [https://rivieratheatre.org/event/wizard-of-oz-ice/ Riviera Theatre], North Tonawanda, New York
* February 15, 2026: [https://theeich.org/ Eichelberger Performing Arts Center], Hanover, Pennsylvania
* February 21, 2026: [https://starcentremd.com/event/the-all-new-wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ The STAR Center], Havre de Grace, Maryland
* February 25, 2026: [https://www.springfieldartscouncil.org/event/the-all-new-wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Clark State Performing Arts Center], Springfield, Ohio
* February 26, 2026: [https://luhrscenter.com/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Luhrs Performing Arts Center], Shippensburg, Pennsylvania
* March 5, 2026: [https://www.artsblooming.org/home-bcpa Bloomington Center for the Arts], Bloomington, Illinois
* March 6, 2026: [https://leachtheatre.mst.edu/events/2025/wiz-oz-on-ice/ Leach Theatre], Rolla, Missouri
* March 7, 2026: [https://www.hutchinsonfox.com/events/the-wizard-of-oz-on-ice Hutchinson's Historic Fox Theatre], Hutchinson, Kansas
* March 8, 2026: [https://www.topekaperformingarts.org/events/2026/the-wizard-of-oz-on-ice Topeka Performing Arts Center], Topeka, Kansas
* March 11, 2026: [https://mizzouarts.missouri.edu/university-concert-series-returns-for-118th-season/ Jesse Auditorium, University of Missouri], Columbia, Missouri
* March 14, 2026: [https://www.skokospac.org/ Shokos Performing Arts Center], Alma, Arkansas
* March 15, 2026: [https://www.coppellartscenter.org/events/detail/2026-wizard-of-oz-on-ice Coppell Arts Center], Coppell, Texas
* March 19, 2026: [https://coffeecountyartsalliance.org/product/wizard/ Enterprise High School Performing Arts Center], Enterprise, Alabama
* March 20, 2026: [https://fordcenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Ford Center for the Performing Arts], Oxford, Mississippi
* March 21, 2026: [https://tickets.thegrand.com/Online/mapSelect.asp?doWork::WSmap::loadMap=Load&createBO::WSmap=1&BOparam::WSmap::loadMap::performance_ids=BF23CAB4-BB58-48F2-B25A-98FC0873E482 The Grand 1894 Opera House], Galveston, Texas
* March 22, 2026: [https://ci.ovationtix.com/35987/production/1241069?performanceId=11647305 Temple Theater], Lufkin, Texas
* March 27, 2026: [https://www.moonlightstage.com/shows-tickets Moonlight Amphitheatre], Vista, California
* March 28, 2026: [https://www.ycpac.com/Online/default.asp?BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Avenue_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Acity_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Amonth_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Aobject_type_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Acategory_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_from=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_to=&doWork%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3Asearch=1&BOparam%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3Asearch%3A%3Aarticle_search_id=EE8716B4-0827-4B0D-9ACB-038A148DF966&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_criteria=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_from=2026-3-28&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_to=2026-3-28 Jim and Linda Lee Performing Arts Center], Prescott, Arizona
* March 29, 2026: [https://tickets.haughpac.com/wizard Haugh Performing Arts Center], Glendora, California
* March 30, 2026: [https://higleycenter.org/ Higley Center for the Performing Arts], Gilbert, Arizona
* April 10, 2026: [https://www.sunsetcenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Sunset Cultural Center], Carmel-by-the-Sea, California
* April 11, 2026: [https://www.lpac.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Lancaster Performing Arts Center], Lancaster, California
* April 12, 2026: [https://livermorearts.org/ Livermore Valley Performing Arts Center], Livermore, California
* April 15, 2026: [https://craterian.org/event/the-wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Craterian Theater], Medford, Oregon
* April 16, 2026: [https://columbiatheatre.com/new-events/wizard-of-oz-on-ice Columbia Theatre], Longview, Washington
* April 17, 2026: [https://www.washingtoncenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice-4-17-2026/ Washington Center for the Performing Arts], Olympia, Washington
* April 19, 2026: [https://buttearts.org/ Mother Lode Theatre], Butte, Montana
* April 30, 2026: [https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/41568594/wizard-of-oz-on-ice-pembroke-givens-performing-arts-center?_gl=1*17vkium*_ga*MTg1OTc1NzAyOS4xNzU3MTE1MzQz*_ga_LQFXLBGNDL*czE3NTcxMTUzNDMkbzEkZzEkdDE3NTcxMTUzNzMkajMwJGwwJGgw Givens Performing Arts Center], Pembroke, North Carolina

For more information about the show, see the website at https://wizardofozonice.com/.

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===''Ozmafia'' anime series, on the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Ozmafia'' anime series, crunchyroll.com.''' In this Japanese anime series (based on the video game of the same name), Scarlet is a new transfer student at Oz Academy. He doesn't get off to a good start, but the teachers seem nice enough. But what strange secrets are hiding at Oz Academy, and why are they at war with the other academies? Episodes (in Japanese, with English subtitles) are available to view online at http://www.crunchyroll.com/ozmafia for free.

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===''The Wizard of Oz'' and ''The Wiz'', throughout the United Kingdom===
'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz'', throughout the United Kingdom.''' Oz is a popular show to perform in the United Kingdom, and there always seems to be a show going on somewhere. For a complete listing of all upcoming productions of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in the United Kingdom, see the listings at [http://www.list.co.uk/events/theatre/what:The%20Wizard%20of%20Oz/sort:date/show:100/ ''The List''], naturally. They also have listings for performances of [http://www.list.co.uk/events/theatre/what:The%20Wiz/sort:date/show:100/ ''The Wiz''].

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===''Emerald City'' television series, NBC.com===
'''''Emerald City'' television series, NBC.com''' The latest Oz TV project has gone through its broadcast run on NBC. But the show's website is still up at http://www.nbc.com/emerald-city. You can still watch episodes online at http://www.nbc.com/emerald-city/episodes, and the show is also streaming on Peacock.

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===''Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz'', Internet Streaming and Cablecast===
'''Now playing: ''Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz'' cartoon series, Internet Streaming.''' This is the latest Oz cartoon series, based (very loosely) on the famous 1939 film version. Dorothy is now a princess of Oz and living in the Emerald City with Queen Ozma. But she's still having adventures! For more information, see the show's website at https://watch.boomerang.com/shows/dorothy-franchise/series/dorothy-series/volume-1. Or, if you have the Boomerang or Cartoon Network cable channels, episodes are now being shown in territories around the world, outside the United States, also have the show, so check your local version of the Cartoon Network, Boomerang, or Max channels or websites.

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===''Lost in Oz'' series, Internet streaming===
'''Now playing: ''Lost in Oz'', Amazon Video streaming.''' This animated series from Amazon tells the story of Dorothy, a modern-day girl, and her dog Toto, who are whisked to Oz when Dorothy opens one of her mother's old journals. To get home, she must find the elements of magic and help restore magic to Oz. Fortunately she has made friends with Ojo the Munchkin and West, a trainee witch, to help her out. To get started, see Amazon's ''Lost in Oz'' website at https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00Z89MYTI! And in November of 2022, [https://www.youtube.com/embed/h4fc1XvdBrk this short was dropped] with news of what's to come.

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===''Dee & Friends in Oz'', Netflix worldwide===
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'''Now playing: ''Dee & Friends in Oz'', Netflix worldwide.''' The streaming service has announced their new shows for 2024, including ''Dee & Friends in Oz'', an animated musical series aimed at preschoolers. Dee is a young girl who discovers a key to the magical land of Oz, where she makes friends and has has adventures where she saves the day. Want a sneak peek? [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oPAZCfmc0mQ&ab_channel=NetflixJr. Here's the first episode!]

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===''Chronicles of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now streaming: The ''Chronicles of Oz'' podcast.''' This audio adaptation of the first three Oz books, each in six episodes, presents ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', ''The Marvellous Land of Oz'', and ''Ozma of Oz'', plus a special episode adapting ''The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus''. Produced by Crossover Adventure Productions out of Australia. All episodes, along with trailers and other materials, can be downloaded at http://chroniclesofoz.com/.

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===''The Royal Podcast of Oz'', the Internet===
'''Now streaming: ''The Royal Podcast of Oz'', podbean.com and other podcasting sites.''' Now running for over a decade, this podcast is devoted to all things Oz, with interviews, reviews, news, and other items of interest to Oz fans of all types. You can listen to or download all editions at https://anchor.fm/the-royal-podcast-of-oz/, or look for it on your favorite podcast site.

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===''Wait Wait…Don't Tell Me'', National Public Radio===
'''Now streaming: ''Wait Wait…Don't Tell Me'' edition of May 11, 2019, npr.org.''' The popular current events quiz show recorded this episode in St. Louis, and got one of the city's most celebrated residents to play "Not My Job". Former Cardinals shortstop and Hall of Fame inductee Ozzie Smith was nicknamed "The Wizard of Oz" in his playing days, so naturally, he gets to answer questions about ''The Wizard of Oz''! You can listen to the entire episode [https://www.npr.org/programs/wait-wait-dont-tell-me/722132214/wait-wait-for-may-11-2019-with-not-my-job-guest-ozzie-smith?showDate=2019-05-11 here], or just Smith's segment [https://www.npr.org/2019/05/11/721853591/not-my-job-we-quiz-baseball-great-ozzie-smith-on-the-wizard-of-oz here].

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===''Hit the Bricks!'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Hit the Bricks!'' podcast, the Internet.''' One hundred years after the events of ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', the Gale farm is abandoned, and a new generation is off to have adventures in Oz. The first act has now dropped, with further episodes to come. For more information, see the show's website at https://hitthebricks.com/, and its Twitter feed at https://twitter.com/HitTheBricksPod/.

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===''The Smallwood Sessions'' podcast, "The Podcast of Oz", the Internet===
'''Now playing: "The Podcast of Oz" episode of ''The Smallwood Sessions'' podcast.''' To celebrate what would have been the 2020 edition of Chittenango's Oz-Stravaganza, this podcast about upstate New York celebrates Oz and creator L. Frank Baum's connections to the area. To listen, go to https://anchor.fm/josh-taylor87/episodes/Episode-22-The-Podcast-of-Oz-ef05f4.

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===''Down the Yellow Brick Pod'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Down the Yellow Brick Pod'' podcast.''' This podcast takes a deep dive into the Oz books, one chapter at a time, and looks at all that they encompass. Available on many podcast sources, including Google Podcasts, and through [https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS8xMTcyMTM4LnJzcw?hl=en this link].

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===''The Wonderful Recap of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''The Wonderful Recap of Oz'' podcast.''' This podcast recaps the Oz books, one per episode. Available Available on many podcast sources, including Google Podcasts, and through [https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy80ZjgyMWIyYy9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw== this link].

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===''No Place Like Home'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''No Place Like Home'' podcast.''' This podcast looks at the Ruby Slippers, how they were stolen in 2005 and found again in 2018, and all the background behind them, the production of The Movie, the life of Judy Garland, and more. Available on most podcasting sites. For more information, the show's website is at https://shows.cadence13.com/podcast/noplacelikehome.

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===''The Lost Princess of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''The Lost Princess of Oz'' podcast.''' A new, original Oz story for kids (of all ages), told in six parts, with songs, and presented by the Delaware Children's Theatre. Although based on Baum's writings, this is not the same story as his novel ''The Lost Princess of Oz''. For more information, or to subscribe, see the show's website at https://www.thelostprincessofozpodcast.com/.

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===''The Wizard of Oz: A Homegrown American Fairy Tale'' radio broadcast, BBC World Service===
'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz: A Homegrown American Fairy Tale'' radio documentary, BBC World Service and online streaming.''' This program looks at the origins and mythology of ''The Wizard of Oz'' and how it came about. It is currently available to listen or download online, anywhere in the world. Check the program's website at https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/w3ct1rl9 to listen to it online, or to download it.

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===To Oz? To Oz! online convention, the Internet===
'''To Oz? To Oz! online convention.''' With so many Oz events having to be cancelled this year because of the COVID-19 pandemic, a bunch of them got together to present some of their events to a worldwide, online audience for free. The live portions of the convention have now ended, but if you go to https://ozis.us/, you can see many prerecorded talks and events.

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===The OzConnection, YouTube===
'''The OzConnection, YouTube.''' OzCon International, the world's longest running ''Wizard of Oz'' convention, now has a YouTube channel at "The OzConnection", which features highlights of earlier cons and new material. The link is at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQU5pEFZZ6n_vXvRalgclSg.

The OzConnection has recently started two shows specifically for their channel. The first is a talk show called "OZ:Connect", which you can find in a playlist at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r-NAe0FKDXk&list=PLVNfENfXbx111GmnLLJFklUVGxPl1zUC-. The other new show is "Crypto-Oz-ology", short stories about all kinds of unusual happenings in Oz, which is in a playlist at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sCoSH97u4ts&list=PLVNfENfXbx11g0DhXikoqyP0dslwHeC1h.

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===Oz Talk, YouTube===
'''''Oz Talk'' panel talk show, YouTube.''' Join five Oz friends as they discuss any and all Oz subjects under the sun. New episodes will drop every two weeks on [https://www.youtube.com/c/TheOfficialOzClub/videos the Official Oz Club's YouTube Channel]. You can find the playlist for ''Oz Talk'' at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VNINbbefPS4&list=PL3OVMLWgINCRfgeWZR8GPJOp11rR73Ssc.

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===''Fifty Years of Oziana'' Readings, Youtube===
'''''Fifty Years of Oziana'' short story readings, YouTube.''' To celebrate fifty years of ''Oziana'', the International Wizard of Oz Club's annual literary magazine, Club members read stories from the last five decades. Many authors have even revisited their own stories. You can see the playlist of all stories [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hm6WXDLg9U8&list=PL3OVMLWgINCQ2a_CDuBggCt7kCYVaS4yD right here].

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===''Rainbow'' movie, Netflix===
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'''Now playing: ''Rainbow'', on Netflix worldwide.''' The first streaming service premieres this new movie, from director Paco León, that uses themes and imagery from ''The Wizard of Oz'' to explore the coming of age of Dora, a young Spanish woman who finds that everything she thought she knew about her life may be wrong. Available in an English dub, or with English subtitles.

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===The Wizard of Oz Experience, Around the World===
'''The Wizard of Oz Experience.''' The interactive outdoors event will be making making another set of appearances around the United States, Canada, and Australia in the spring of 2024. Take a look at https://questoapp.com/ for when it's coming to your town.

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===The Wicked Wizard Afternoon Tea, London, England, United Kingdom===
'''The Wicked Wizard Afternoon Tea, The Franklin Hotel, London, England, United Kingdom.''' Enjoy an Oz-themed tea, inspired by ''The Wizard of Oz'' and ''Wicked'', in the heart of London's Knightsbridge district. Tea is served from noon to 6:00, costs £49 (spirits are extra), and reservations must be made at least twenty-four hours in advance. For more information, including the menu, see [https://collezione.starhotels.com/en/our-hotels/the-franklin-london/restaurants-and-bars/wicked-wizard-at-the-franklin.html?_gl=1*1cfuckg*_up*MQ..*_gs*MQ..*_ga*MzU1MjIzMDI0LjE3NDE1NzY0NjA.*_ga_444Y1N2CEK*MTc0MTU3NjQ1OC4xLjEuMTc0MTU3NjU3NS4wLjAuMTkzNzQwNjk0Nw..*_ga_YXSDGTQ8NB*MTc0MTU3NjQ1OC4xLjEuMTc0MTU3NjU3NS4wLjAuNDIxNjUwMTc1&gclid=Cj0KCQiAlbW-BhCMARIsADnwasphX4BQH4lMNEKBognzeTmjcu96bA-ZlcDfhhU2ouaxc5CgyV41YLMaAjUfEALw_wcB the Franklin's website].

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===''Ruby Red Handed: Stealing America’s Most Famous Pair of Shoes'', Hulu===
'''Now playing: ''Ruby Red Handed: Stealing America’s Most Famous Pair of Shoes'', Hulu Streaming Service.''' This ABC News documentary delves into the 2005 theft of a pair of Ruby Slippers in Minnesota and the subsequent investigation and recovery. Keep an eye out here for more information and links.

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===''The Wizard of Oz'', Las Vegas, Nevada===
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'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz'' at the Sphere, Las Vegas, Nevada.''' See the famous 1939 film version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in a whole new way. This is an immersive reimagining in 16K on a huge screen surrounding the audience. For more information and to buy tickets, go to https://www.thesphere.com/shows/wizard-of-oz-experience.

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===Candlelight: ''The Wizard of Oz'' concerts, around the world===
'''Candlelight: ''The Wizard of OZ'' concerts, around the world.''' In conjunction with Warner Bros., Candlelight is presenting songs from the famous movie version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in venues around the world amidst a sea of flickering candles. For more information, or to locate a concert, see the website at https://candlelightexperience.com/wizard-of-oz-concerts/.

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===The Music of Oz, Washington, DC===
'''Now through January 31, 2026: The Music of Oz: Treasures from ''The Wizard of Oz'', ''The Wiz'', and ''Wicked'', Library of Congress, Washington, DC.''' To celebrate 125 years of ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', the Library of Congress has on display lyric and music manuscripts, costume sketches, and other artifacts from ''The Wizard of Oz'' (1939), the film version of ''The Wiz'', and the stage version of ''Wicked''. For more information, see [https://newsroom.loc.gov/news/explore-the-creation-of--oz--and-experience-poetry-and-music-during-live--at-the-library-in-january/s/e06f907a-9ae9-430b-9c46-522a7a272160 the Library's website].

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===The Land of Oz: Beyond the Page Museum Exhibit, Chicago, Illinois===
'''Now through March 15, 2026: The Land of Oz: Beyond the Page Museum Exhibit, Driehaus Museum, Chicago, Illinois.''' This exhibit focuses on design elements of the famous 1939 film adaptation of ''The Wizard of Oz''. Items on display include replicas of the Ruby Slippers and the Cowardly Lion's "Courage" medal, an early draft script, and a prototype for the Flying Monkey's costumes. For more information, see the museum's website at https://driehausmuseum.org/exhibitions.

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===Bloomland in Oz, Burlington, Ontario, Canada===
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'''Now through April 6, 2026: Bloomland in Oz, Royal Botanical Gardens Canada, Burlington, Ontario, Canada.''' The Gardens' 2026 showcase features floral displays and artistic creations, all inspired by the novel ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz''. For more information or to purchase tickets, see the website at https://www.rbg.ca/things-to-do/by-season/special-events/winter-exhibit/. And here's a behind-the-scenes look:
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===Stories of Cinema: Identity exhibit, Los Angeles, California===
'''Now through January 10, 2027: Stories of Cinema: Identity exhibit, Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, Los Angeles, California.''' The Academy Museum has brought its pair of Ruby Slippers back for the public to view. This exhibit also includes costumes and design studies from such movies as ''Flower Drum Song'', ''Dreamgirls'', ''Moulin Rouge!'', ''Amadeus'', ''Ma Raimey's Black Bottom'', ''Barbie'', and ''Wicked''. For more information, see the museum's website at https://www.academymuseum.org/en/exhibitions/stories-of-cinema-identity.

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==February 2026==
===''The Wizard of Oz'' movie, Los Angeles, California===
'''February 9, 2026: ''The Wizard of Oz'' movie, Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, Los Angeles, California.''' Well of course the Academy's museum also shows movies. Today, it's a 4K rendition of the famous 1939 film adaptation of ''The Wizard of Oz'', starting at 2:30 pm in the Ted Mann theater. For more information, see the museum's website at https://www.academymuseum.org/en/calendar?programTypes=16i3uOYQwism7sMDhIQr2O&page=5.

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===''Gale: Yellow Brick Road'', in theaters nationwide===
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'''February 11, 2026: ''Gale: Yellow Brick Road'' movie, theaters nationwide.''' Emily, Dorothy's granddaughter, is back in Oz, but it's not the land of wonder she was led to believe it is. Can Emily break the Gale family curse? This horror movie will play one night only in theaters nationwide, courtesy of Fathom Events. For more information, including theaters and tickets, see the event website at https://www.fathomentertainment.com/releases/gale-yellow-brick-road/.

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==April 2026==
===''Return to Oz'' 40th Anniversary Screening, San Francisco, California===
'''April 9, 2026: ''Return to Oz'' 40th Anniversary Screening, The Castro Theatre, San Francisco, California.''' The legendary San Francisco theater is opening again after renavations, and part of the program will be a rare theatrical screening of the 1985 Disney movie ''Return to Oz'' to celebrate it's fortieth anniversary (maybe a few months late). The special guest is director Walter Murch, who will discuss the film and answer questions afterwards. For more details, see the show's website at https://thecastro.com/events/movies-for-maniacs-260409/

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===Garmin Marathon in the Land of Oz, Olathe, Kansas===
'''April 26, 2026: Garmin Marathon in the Land of Oz, Olathe, Kansas.''' If you're going to have a 26.2-mile run in Kansas, you may as well give it an Oz theme! For more information and to register, see the race's website at http://ozrun.org/.

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==May/June 2026==
===Yellow Brick Road Festival, Sedan, Kansas===
'''May 22-23, 2026: Yellow Brick Road Festival, Sedan, Kansas.''' This town in Kansas celebrates ''The Wizard of Oz'' every year. For details, see http://www.lasr.net/travel/city.php?Sedan&Kansas&Yellow+Brick+Road+Festival&City_ID=KS0604019&Event_ID=KS0604019e002&VE=Y or call 620-725-4033.

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===Oz-Stravaganza, Chittenango, New York===
'''June 5-7, 2026: Oz-Stravaganza, Chittenango, New York.''' This village in upstate New York honors its native son, L. Frank Baum, with an annual festival honoring his creation, the Land of Oz. For more information, see the event's website at http://www.oz-stravaganza.com/.

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===Judy Garland Festival, Grand Rapids, Minnesota===
'''June (exact dates to be announced), 2026: Judy Garland Festival, Judy Garland Museum and environs, Grand Rapids, Minnesota.''' Judy Garland's home town celebrates her in this annual festival, with events all over town spread out over several days. For more information, keep an eye on the event's website at https://judygarlandmuseum.com/judy-garland-museum-events/.

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==August 2026==
===Oz Festival Illinois, Mapleton, Illinois===
'''August (exact date to be announced), 2025: Oz Fest Illinois, Butler Haynes Park, Mapleton, Illinois.'''. For more information, see the event's website at https://www.hollispark.org/oz-fest, or the Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/OzFestIllinois/.

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==September 2026==
===Autumn at Oz Party, Banner Elk, North Carolina===
'''September (exact dates to be announced), 2026: Autumn at Oz Party, Beech Mountain, Banner Elk, North Carolina.''' The Wizard of Oz Park on the mountain may no longer be in regular operation, but it's still there, and Oz and park fans get together once a year for a party. Hurricane Hélène paused the event for 2025, but there's hope for a return in 2026. For more information, check out https://landofoznc.com/.

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===OzFest, Liberal, Kansas===
'''September (exact date to be announced), 2026: OzFest, Liberal, Kansas.''' The home town of the Dorothy's House attraction hosts its annual tribute to Dorothy and Oz. For more information, see [https://www.lasr.net/travel/city.php?Ozfest&TravelTo=KS1019015&VE=Y&Event_ID=KS1019015e002 the city's events page] and [http://visitliberal.com/ the city's website] (and be sure to call 1-800-LIBERAL to confirm event and dates).

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==October 2026==
===Oztoberfest, Wamego, Kansas===
'''October (exact date to be announced), 2026: Oztoberfest, Wamego, Kansas.''' The town not only has an Oz museum, they put on an annual Oz festival. Authors and other special guests will attend, and there's also admission to the museum. For more details, call the Oz museum at 1-866-458-TOTO, or see the event's website at http://oztoberfest.com/.

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==November 2026==
===TeslaCon, Middleton, Wisconsin===
'''November 12-15, 2026: TeslaCon, Marriott of Middleton, Middleton, Wisconsin.''' The country's largest steampunk convention celebrates its sixteenth edition, and this year the theme is Oz. For more information, see the convention's website at https://teslacon.com/.

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==Holiday Season 2026-27==
===''The Wizard of Oz'', holiday cablecasts===
'''''The Wizard of Oz'' holiday cablecasts, TBS and TNT.''' The stations' annual holiday season showings of the famous film version are, generally speaking, around Thanksgiving on TBS and Christmas on TNT. Check your local provider for exact times and channels on your system. Keep checking back for updates.

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===''The Wiz'' holiday telecasts===
'''''The Wiz'' holiday telecasts.''' Channels have holiday time airings of the 1978 film adaptation of ''The Wiz'', starring Diana Ross as Dorothy, Michael Jackson as the Scarecrow, Lena Horne as Glinda, and Richard Pryor as the Wiz. Keep checking back for updates.

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===''If I Only Had Christmas'' television movie, The Hallmark Channel===
'''''If I Only Had Christmas'' television movie, The Hallmark Channel.''' A Hallmark Christmas romance movie, first shown in 2020 and based (extremely loosely) on ''The Wizard of Oz''! Candace Cameron Bure stars as Darcy Gale, a publicist who teams up with Huck, a cynical business owner played by Neil Webb, to help out a charity in need. It airs many times at Christmas, and occasionally at other times throughout the year (check your local television provider for exact time and channel on your system). For more details and a sneak peek behind the scenes, take a look at [https://www.etonline.com/candace-cameron-bure-stars-in-hallmark-channels-if-i-only-had-christmas-first-look-exclusive-154864 the news report on the ''Entertainment Tonight'' website]. And [https://celebratingthesoaps.com/hallmark/hallmark-channel-news-wizard-of-oz-reimagined-candace-cameron-bure-in-if-i-only-had-christmas/ here's another report with another preview]. Finally, [https://www.hallmarkchannel.com/if-i-only-had-christmas here's the movie's page on the channel's website].

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==To Be Determined==
===Wizard of Oz Days, Macon, Missouri===
'''Exact date to be announced: Wizard of Oz Days, Hannibal, Missouri.''' For complete details, see the event's Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/WizardofOzDays.

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OzWiki:Current events

2026-02-09T04:02:37Z

Ericgjovaag: /* The Wiz play, national tour */

Other Oz events can also be found on [https://www.ozclub.org/calendar/ the International Wizard of Oz Club's online calendar].

Please note that, since I live in the United States and most Oz events take place in the United States, I will identify most event locations by city and state only. Any events taking place in other countries will include the name of the country as well.

==Going on now==
===''Wicked'' play, around the world===
'''Now playing: ''Wicked''.''' This is the award-winning musical based on Gregory Maguire's novel ''Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West''. The book is by Winnie Holzman, the music by Stephen Schwartz, and the show is directed by Joe Mantello. It has done so well, it has spawned the following productions:

* [http://www.gershwintheatre.com/ Gershwin Theater], Broadway, New York City, New York. Tickets may be purchased online at [http://www.ticketmaster.com/venue/24579 ticketmaster.com]. For more details, go to [http://wickedthemusical.com/ wickedthemusical.com]. For a "Behind the Emerald Curtain" tour on Saturday mornings, go to https://wickedthemusical.com/behind-the-emerald-curtain#scrolldown for details.

* The Apollo Victoria Theatre, The West End, London, England, United Kingdom. For more information, including booking tickets, see http://www.wickedthemusical.co.uk/.

* ''Wicked'' is also touring the United States and Canada. For more information and updates about the tour, see https://wickedthemusical.com/tickets/#tour. Here's the current schedule (locations and dates are subject to change):
** Now through February 15, 2026: [https://pittsburgh.broadway.com/shows/wicked/ Benedum Center], Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
** February 18-March 1, 2026: [https://rbtl.org/ West Herr Auditorium Theatre], Rochester, New York
** March 4-22, 2026: [https://www.ppacri.org/events/detail/wicked-2 Providence Performing Arts Center], Providence, Rhode Island
** March 25-April 5, 2026: [https://www.broadwayincolumbia.com/upcoming-shows/ Koger Center for the Arts], Columbia, South Carolina
** April 8-19, 2026: [https://www.celebrityattractions.com/shows/10200/WICKED/Little-Rock/2026 Robinson Center], Little Rock, Arkansas
** April 22-May 3, 2026: Juanita K. Hammons Hall, Springfield, Missouri
** May 6-June 14, 2026: [https://dallas.broadway.com/shows/wicked/ Music Hall at Fair Park], Dallas, Texas
** June 17-July 5, 2026: [https://ticketomaha.com/Productions/wicked Orpheum Theater], Omaha, Nebraska
** July 8-August 9, 2026: [https://hennepinarts.org/events/wicked Orpheum Theatre], Minneapolis, Minnesota
** August 12-30, 2026: [https://kansascity.broadway.com/shows/wicked/ Music Hall], Kansas City, Missouri
** September 2-20, 2026: [https://www.desmoinesperformingarts.org/whats-on/events/2025-26/broadway/wicked Des Moines Civic Center], Des Moines, Iowa

* The Korean production is now on tour. The show's website is at https://www.wickedthemusical.co.kr/Home/Index. Here are the current dates:
** February 5-March 1, 2026: Keimyung Arts Center, Daigu

* A new, non-reproduction staging, based on the Brazilian version, is now playing at the Dubai Opera in Dubai, UAE, through February 15, 2026. For more information, see the website at https://www.dubaiopera.com/en-US/product-details?ID=5facadac-b73b-f011-8c4e-0022480cfb5c.

* Another non-reproduction staging is now running at the Teatr Muzyczny ROMA in Warsaw, Poland. For more information, see https://www.teatrroma.pl/spektakl/wicked/.

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===''The Wiz'' play, national tour===
'''''The Wiz'' play, national tour.''' After its Broadway run, this new staging of the Tony-winning musical adaptation of ''The Wizard of Oz'' heads out on a North American tour. The following dates have been announced:

* February 10-15, 2026: [https://www.stgpresents.org/events/the-wiz/ Paramount Theatre], Seattle, Washington
* March 3-15, 2026: [https://cincinnati.broadway.com/shows/the-wiz/ Aronhoff Center], Cincinnati, Ohio
* April 21-26, 2026: [https://www.altriatheater.com/events/detail/the-wiz-2025 Altria Center], Richmond, Virginia
* May 5-10, 2026: [https://www.celebrityattractions.com/shows/10194/THE-WIZ/Tulsa/2026 Tulsa Performing Arts Center], Tulsa, Oklahoma
* May 12-17, 2026: [https://austin.broadway.com/shows/the-wiz/ Bass Concert Hall], Austin, Texas
* May 19-24, 2026: [https://www.okcbroadway.com/wiz Civic Center Music Hall], Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
* May 26-31, 2026: [https://americantheatreguild.com/toledo/shows/the-wiz/ Stranahan Theater], Toledo, Ohio

More dates and cities will be coming. For more information, see the show's website at https://wizmusical.com/.

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===''The Wizard of Oz on Ice'' on tour===
'''Now on Tour: ''The Wizard of Oz on Ice''.''' The new, reimagined version of the 1990s ice show returns for another season. The company has announced the following tour dates:
* February 6, 2026: [https://www.npacgreeneville.com/ Niswonger Performing Arts Center], Greenville, Tennessee
* February 12, 2026: Bradford Area High School Auditorium, Bradford, Pennsylvania
* February 14, 2026: [https://rivieratheatre.org/event/wizard-of-oz-ice/ Riviera Theatre], North Tonawanda, New York
* February 15, 2026: [https://theeich.org/ Eichelberger Performing Arts Center], Hanover, Pennsylvania
* February 21, 2026: [https://starcentremd.com/event/the-all-new-wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ The STAR Center], Havre de Grace, Maryland
* February 25, 2026: [https://www.springfieldartscouncil.org/event/the-all-new-wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Clark State Performing Arts Center], Springfield, Ohio
* February 26, 2026: [https://luhrscenter.com/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Luhrs Performing Arts Center], Shippensburg, Pennsylvania
* March 5, 2026: [https://www.artsblooming.org/home-bcpa Bloomington Center for the Arts], Bloomington, Illinois
* March 6, 2026: [https://leachtheatre.mst.edu/events/2025/wiz-oz-on-ice/ Leach Theatre], Rolla, Missouri
* March 7, 2026: [https://www.hutchinsonfox.com/events/the-wizard-of-oz-on-ice Hutchinson's Historic Fox Theatre], Hutchinson, Kansas
* March 8, 2026: [https://www.topekaperformingarts.org/events/2026/the-wizard-of-oz-on-ice Topeka Performing Arts Center], Topeka, Kansas
* March 11, 2026: [https://mizzouarts.missouri.edu/university-concert-series-returns-for-118th-season/ Jesse Auditorium, University of Missouri], Columbia, Missouri
* March 14, 2026: [https://www.skokospac.org/ Shokos Performing Arts Center], Alma, Arkansas
* March 15, 2026: [https://www.coppellartscenter.org/events/detail/2026-wizard-of-oz-on-ice Coppell Arts Center], Coppell, Texas
* March 19, 2026: [https://coffeecountyartsalliance.org/product/wizard/ Enterprise High School Performing Arts Center], Enterprise, Alabama
* March 20, 2026: [https://fordcenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Ford Center for the Performing Arts], Oxford, Mississippi
* March 21, 2026: [https://tickets.thegrand.com/Online/mapSelect.asp?doWork::WSmap::loadMap=Load&createBO::WSmap=1&BOparam::WSmap::loadMap::performance_ids=BF23CAB4-BB58-48F2-B25A-98FC0873E482 The Grand 1894 Opera House], Galveston, Texas
* March 22, 2026: [https://ci.ovationtix.com/35987/production/1241069?performanceId=11647305 Temple Theater], Lufkin, Texas
* March 27, 2026: [https://www.moonlightstage.com/shows-tickets Moonlight Amphitheatre], Vista, California
* March 28, 2026: [https://www.ycpac.com/Online/default.asp?BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Avenue_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Acity_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Amonth_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Aobject_type_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Acategory_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_from=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_to=&doWork%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3Asearch=1&BOparam%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3Asearch%3A%3Aarticle_search_id=EE8716B4-0827-4B0D-9ACB-038A148DF966&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_criteria=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_from=2026-3-28&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_to=2026-3-28 Jim and Linda Lee Performing Arts Center], Prescott, Arizona
* March 29, 2026: [https://tickets.haughpac.com/wizard Haugh Performing Arts Center], Glendora, California
* March 30, 2026: [https://higleycenter.org/ Higley Center for the Performing Arts], Gilbert, Arizona
* April 10, 2026: [https://www.sunsetcenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Sunset Cultural Center], Carmel-by-the-Sea, California
* April 11, 2026: [https://www.lpac.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Lancaster Performing Arts Center], Lancaster, California
* April 12, 2026: [https://livermorearts.org/ Livermore Valley Performing Arts Center], Livermore, California
* April 15, 2026: [https://craterian.org/event/the-wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Craterian Theater], Medford, Oregon
* April 16, 2026: [https://columbiatheatre.com/new-events/wizard-of-oz-on-ice Columbia Theatre], Longview, Washington
* April 17, 2026: [https://www.washingtoncenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice-4-17-2026/ Washington Center for the Performing Arts], Olympia, Washington
* April 19, 2026: [https://buttearts.org/ Mother Lode Theatre], Butte, Montana
* April 30, 2026: [https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/41568594/wizard-of-oz-on-ice-pembroke-givens-performing-arts-center?_gl=1*17vkium*_ga*MTg1OTc1NzAyOS4xNzU3MTE1MzQz*_ga_LQFXLBGNDL*czE3NTcxMTUzNDMkbzEkZzEkdDE3NTcxMTUzNzMkajMwJGwwJGgw Givens Performing Arts Center], Pembroke, North Carolina

For more information about the show, see the website at https://wizardofozonice.com/.

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===''Ozmafia'' anime series, on the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Ozmafia'' anime series, crunchyroll.com.''' In this Japanese anime series (based on the video game of the same name), Scarlet is a new transfer student at Oz Academy. He doesn't get off to a good start, but the teachers seem nice enough. But what strange secrets are hiding at Oz Academy, and why are they at war with the other academies? Episodes (in Japanese, with English subtitles) are available to view online at http://www.crunchyroll.com/ozmafia for free.

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===''The Wizard of Oz'' and ''The Wiz'', throughout the United Kingdom===
'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz'', throughout the United Kingdom.''' Oz is a popular show to perform in the United Kingdom, and there always seems to be a show going on somewhere. For a complete listing of all upcoming productions of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in the United Kingdom, see the listings at [http://www.list.co.uk/events/theatre/what:The%20Wizard%20of%20Oz/sort:date/show:100/ ''The List''], naturally. They also have listings for performances of [http://www.list.co.uk/events/theatre/what:The%20Wiz/sort:date/show:100/ ''The Wiz''].

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===''Emerald City'' television series, NBC.com===
'''''Emerald City'' television series, NBC.com''' The latest Oz TV project has gone through its broadcast run on NBC. But the show's website is still up at http://www.nbc.com/emerald-city. You can still watch episodes online at http://www.nbc.com/emerald-city/episodes, and the show is also streaming on Peacock.

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===''Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz'', Internet Streaming and Cablecast===
'''Now playing: ''Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz'' cartoon series, Internet Streaming.''' This is the latest Oz cartoon series, based (very loosely) on the famous 1939 film version. Dorothy is now a princess of Oz and living in the Emerald City with Queen Ozma. But she's still having adventures! For more information, see the show's website at https://watch.boomerang.com/shows/dorothy-franchise/series/dorothy-series/volume-1. Or, if you have the Boomerang or Cartoon Network cable channels, episodes are now being shown in territories around the world, outside the United States, also have the show, so check your local version of the Cartoon Network, Boomerang, or Max channels or websites.

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===''Lost in Oz'' series, Internet streaming===
'''Now playing: ''Lost in Oz'', Amazon Video streaming.''' This animated series from Amazon tells the story of Dorothy, a modern-day girl, and her dog Toto, who are whisked to Oz when Dorothy opens one of her mother's old journals. To get home, she must find the elements of magic and help restore magic to Oz. Fortunately she has made friends with Ojo the Munchkin and West, a trainee witch, to help her out. To get started, see Amazon's ''Lost in Oz'' website at https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00Z89MYTI! And in November of 2022, [https://www.youtube.com/embed/h4fc1XvdBrk this short was dropped] with news of what's to come.

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===''Dee & Friends in Oz'', Netflix worldwide===
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'''Now playing: ''Dee & Friends in Oz'', Netflix worldwide.''' The streaming service has announced their new shows for 2024, including ''Dee & Friends in Oz'', an animated musical series aimed at preschoolers. Dee is a young girl who discovers a key to the magical land of Oz, where she makes friends and has has adventures where she saves the day. Want a sneak peek? [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oPAZCfmc0mQ&ab_channel=NetflixJr. Here's the first episode!]

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===''Chronicles of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now streaming: The ''Chronicles of Oz'' podcast.''' This audio adaptation of the first three Oz books, each in six episodes, presents ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', ''The Marvellous Land of Oz'', and ''Ozma of Oz'', plus a special episode adapting ''The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus''. Produced by Crossover Adventure Productions out of Australia. All episodes, along with trailers and other materials, can be downloaded at http://chroniclesofoz.com/.

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===''The Royal Podcast of Oz'', the Internet===
'''Now streaming: ''The Royal Podcast of Oz'', podbean.com and other podcasting sites.''' Now running for over a decade, this podcast is devoted to all things Oz, with interviews, reviews, news, and other items of interest to Oz fans of all types. You can listen to or download all editions at https://anchor.fm/the-royal-podcast-of-oz/, or look for it on your favorite podcast site.

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===''Wait Wait…Don't Tell Me'', National Public Radio===
'''Now streaming: ''Wait Wait…Don't Tell Me'' edition of May 11, 2019, npr.org.''' The popular current events quiz show recorded this episode in St. Louis, and got one of the city's most celebrated residents to play "Not My Job". Former Cardinals shortstop and Hall of Fame inductee Ozzie Smith was nicknamed "The Wizard of Oz" in his playing days, so naturally, he gets to answer questions about ''The Wizard of Oz''! You can listen to the entire episode [https://www.npr.org/programs/wait-wait-dont-tell-me/722132214/wait-wait-for-may-11-2019-with-not-my-job-guest-ozzie-smith?showDate=2019-05-11 here], or just Smith's segment [https://www.npr.org/2019/05/11/721853591/not-my-job-we-quiz-baseball-great-ozzie-smith-on-the-wizard-of-oz here].

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===''Hit the Bricks!'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Hit the Bricks!'' podcast, the Internet.''' One hundred years after the events of ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', the Gale farm is abandoned, and a new generation is off to have adventures in Oz. The first act has now dropped, with further episodes to come. For more information, see the show's website at https://hitthebricks.com/, and its Twitter feed at https://twitter.com/HitTheBricksPod/.

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===''The Smallwood Sessions'' podcast, "The Podcast of Oz", the Internet===
'''Now playing: "The Podcast of Oz" episode of ''The Smallwood Sessions'' podcast.''' To celebrate what would have been the 2020 edition of Chittenango's Oz-Stravaganza, this podcast about upstate New York celebrates Oz and creator L. Frank Baum's connections to the area. To listen, go to https://anchor.fm/josh-taylor87/episodes/Episode-22-The-Podcast-of-Oz-ef05f4.

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===''Down the Yellow Brick Pod'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Down the Yellow Brick Pod'' podcast.''' This podcast takes a deep dive into the Oz books, one chapter at a time, and looks at all that they encompass. Available on many podcast sources, including Google Podcasts, and through [https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS8xMTcyMTM4LnJzcw?hl=en this link].

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===''The Wonderful Recap of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''The Wonderful Recap of Oz'' podcast.''' This podcast recaps the Oz books, one per episode. Available Available on many podcast sources, including Google Podcasts, and through [https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy80ZjgyMWIyYy9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw== this link].

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===''No Place Like Home'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''No Place Like Home'' podcast.''' This podcast looks at the Ruby Slippers, how they were stolen in 2005 and found again in 2018, and all the background behind them, the production of The Movie, the life of Judy Garland, and more. Available on most podcasting sites. For more information, the show's website is at https://shows.cadence13.com/podcast/noplacelikehome.

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===''The Lost Princess of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''The Lost Princess of Oz'' podcast.''' A new, original Oz story for kids (of all ages), told in six parts, with songs, and presented by the Delaware Children's Theatre. Although based on Baum's writings, this is not the same story as his novel ''The Lost Princess of Oz''. For more information, or to subscribe, see the show's website at https://www.thelostprincessofozpodcast.com/.

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===''The Wizard of Oz: A Homegrown American Fairy Tale'' radio broadcast, BBC World Service===
'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz: A Homegrown American Fairy Tale'' radio documentary, BBC World Service and online streaming.''' This program looks at the origins and mythology of ''The Wizard of Oz'' and how it came about. It is currently available to listen or download online, anywhere in the world. Check the program's website at https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/w3ct1rl9 to listen to it online, or to download it.

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===To Oz? To Oz! online convention, the Internet===
'''To Oz? To Oz! online convention.''' With so many Oz events having to be cancelled this year because of the COVID-19 pandemic, a bunch of them got together to present some of their events to a worldwide, online audience for free. The live portions of the convention have now ended, but if you go to https://ozis.us/, you can see many prerecorded talks and events.

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===The OzConnection, YouTube===
'''The OzConnection, YouTube.''' OzCon International, the world's longest running ''Wizard of Oz'' convention, now has a YouTube channel at "The OzConnection", which features highlights of earlier cons and new material. The link is at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQU5pEFZZ6n_vXvRalgclSg.

The OzConnection has recently started two shows specifically for their channel. The first is a talk show called "OZ:Connect", which you can find in a playlist at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r-NAe0FKDXk&list=PLVNfENfXbx111GmnLLJFklUVGxPl1zUC-. The other new show is "Crypto-Oz-ology", short stories about all kinds of unusual happenings in Oz, which is in a playlist at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sCoSH97u4ts&list=PLVNfENfXbx11g0DhXikoqyP0dslwHeC1h.

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===Oz Talk, YouTube===
'''''Oz Talk'' panel talk show, YouTube.''' Join five Oz friends as they discuss any and all Oz subjects under the sun. New episodes will drop every two weeks on [https://www.youtube.com/c/TheOfficialOzClub/videos the Official Oz Club's YouTube Channel]. You can find the playlist for ''Oz Talk'' at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VNINbbefPS4&list=PL3OVMLWgINCRfgeWZR8GPJOp11rR73Ssc.

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===''Fifty Years of Oziana'' Readings, Youtube===
'''''Fifty Years of Oziana'' short story readings, YouTube.''' To celebrate fifty years of ''Oziana'', the International Wizard of Oz Club's annual literary magazine, Club members read stories from the last five decades. Many authors have even revisited their own stories. You can see the playlist of all stories [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hm6WXDLg9U8&list=PL3OVMLWgINCQ2a_CDuBggCt7kCYVaS4yD right here].

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===''Rainbow'' movie, Netflix===
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'''Now playing: ''Rainbow'', on Netflix worldwide.''' The first streaming service premieres this new movie, from director Paco León, that uses themes and imagery from ''The Wizard of Oz'' to explore the coming of age of Dora, a young Spanish woman who finds that everything she thought she knew about her life may be wrong. Available in an English dub, or with English subtitles.

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===The Wizard of Oz Experience, Around the World===
'''The Wizard of Oz Experience.''' The interactive outdoors event will be making making another set of appearances around the United States, Canada, and Australia in the spring of 2024. Take a look at https://questoapp.com/ for when it's coming to your town.

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===The Wicked Wizard Afternoon Tea, London, England, United Kingdom===
'''The Wicked Wizard Afternoon Tea, The Franklin Hotel, London, England, United Kingdom.''' Enjoy an Oz-themed tea, inspired by ''The Wizard of Oz'' and ''Wicked'', in the heart of London's Knightsbridge district. Tea is served from noon to 6:00, costs £49 (spirits are extra), and reservations must be made at least twenty-four hours in advance. For more information, including the menu, see [https://collezione.starhotels.com/en/our-hotels/the-franklin-london/restaurants-and-bars/wicked-wizard-at-the-franklin.html?_gl=1*1cfuckg*_up*MQ..*_gs*MQ..*_ga*MzU1MjIzMDI0LjE3NDE1NzY0NjA.*_ga_444Y1N2CEK*MTc0MTU3NjQ1OC4xLjEuMTc0MTU3NjU3NS4wLjAuMTkzNzQwNjk0Nw..*_ga_YXSDGTQ8NB*MTc0MTU3NjQ1OC4xLjEuMTc0MTU3NjU3NS4wLjAuNDIxNjUwMTc1&gclid=Cj0KCQiAlbW-BhCMARIsADnwasphX4BQH4lMNEKBognzeTmjcu96bA-ZlcDfhhU2ouaxc5CgyV41YLMaAjUfEALw_wcB the Franklin's website].

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===''Ruby Red Handed: Stealing America’s Most Famous Pair of Shoes'', Hulu===
'''Now playing: ''Ruby Red Handed: Stealing America’s Most Famous Pair of Shoes'', Hulu Streaming Service.''' This ABC News documentary delves into the 2005 theft of a pair of Ruby Slippers in Minnesota and the subsequent investigation and recovery. Keep an eye out here for more information and links.

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===''The Wizard of Oz'', Las Vegas, Nevada===
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'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz'' at the Sphere, Las Vegas, Nevada.''' See the famous 1939 film version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in a whole new way. This is an immersive reimagining in 16K on a huge screen surrounding the audience. For more information and to buy tickets, go to https://www.thesphere.com/shows/wizard-of-oz-experience.

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===Candlelight: ''The Wizard of Oz'' concerts, around the world===
'''Candlelight: ''The Wizard of OZ'' concerts, around the world.''' In conjunction with Warner Bros., Candlelight is presenting songs from the famous movie version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in venues around the world amidst a sea of flickering candles. For more information, or to locate a concert, see the website at https://candlelightexperience.com/wizard-of-oz-concerts/.

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===The Music of Oz, Washington, DC===
'''Now through January 31, 2026: The Music of Oz: Treasures from ''The Wizard of Oz'', ''The Wiz'', and ''Wicked'', Library of Congress, Washington, DC.''' To celebrate 125 years of ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', the Library of Congress has on display lyric and music manuscripts, costume sketches, and other artifacts from ''The Wizard of Oz'' (1939), the film version of ''The Wiz'', and the stage version of ''Wicked''. For more information, see [https://newsroom.loc.gov/news/explore-the-creation-of--oz--and-experience-poetry-and-music-during-live--at-the-library-in-january/s/e06f907a-9ae9-430b-9c46-522a7a272160 the Library's website].

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===The Land of Oz: Beyond the Page Museum Exhibit, Chicago, Illinois===
'''Now through March 15, 2026: The Land of Oz: Beyond the Page Museum Exhibit, Driehaus Museum, Chicago, Illinois.''' This exhibit focuses on design elements of the famous 1939 film adaptation of ''The Wizard of Oz''. Items on display include replicas of the Ruby Slippers and the Cowardly Lion's "Courage" medal, an early draft script, and a prototype for the Flying Monkey's costumes. For more information, see the museum's website at https://driehausmuseum.org/exhibitions.

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===Bloomland in Oz, Burlington, Ontario, Canada===
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'''Now through April 6, 2026: Bloomland in Oz, Royal Botanical Gardens Canada, Burlington, Ontario, Canada.''' The Gardens' 2026 showcase features floral displays and artistic creations, all inspired by the novel ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz''. For more information or to purchase tickets, see the website at https://www.rbg.ca/things-to-do/by-season/special-events/winter-exhibit/. And here's a behind-the-scenes look:
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===Stories of Cinema: Identity exhibit, Los Angeles, California===
'''Now through January 10, 2027: Stories of Cinema: Identity exhibit, Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, Los Angeles, California.''' The Academy Museum has brought its pair of Ruby Slippers back for the public to view. This exhibit also includes costumes and design studies from such movies as ''Flower Drum Song'', ''Dreamgirls'', ''Moulin Rouge!'', ''Amadeus'', ''Ma Raimey's Black Bottom'', ''Barbie'', and ''Wicked''. For more information, see the museum's website at https://www.academymuseum.org/en/exhibitions/stories-of-cinema-identity.

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==February 2026==
===''The Wizard of Oz'' movie, Los Angeles, California===
'''February 9, 2026: ''The Wizard of Oz'' movie, Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, Los Angeles, California.''' Well of course the Academy's museum also shows movies. Today, it's a 4K rendition of the famous 1939 film adaptation of ''The Wizard of Oz'', starting at 2:30 pm in the Ted Mann theater. For more information, see the museum's website at https://www.academymuseum.org/en/calendar?programTypes=16i3uOYQwism7sMDhIQr2O&page=5.

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===''Gale: Yellow Brick Road'', in theaters nationwide===
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'''February 11, 2026: ''Gale: Yellow Brick Road'' movie, theaters nationwide.''' Emily, Dorothy's granddaughter, is back in Oz, but it's not the land of wonder she was led to believe it is. Can Emily break the Gale family curse? This horror movie will play one night only in theaters nationwide, courtesy of Fathom Events. For more information, including theaters and tickets, see the event website at https://www.fathomentertainment.com/releases/gale-yellow-brick-road/.

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==April 2026==
===''Return to Oz'' 40th Anniversary Screening, San Francisco, California===
'''April 9, 2026: ''Return to Oz'' 40th Anniversary Screening, The Castro Theatre, San Francisco, California.''' The legendary San Francisco theater is opening again after renavations, and part of the program will be a rare theatrical screening of the 1985 Disney movie ''Return to Oz'' to celebrate it's fortieth anniversary (maybe a few months late). The special guest is director Walter Murch, who will discuss the film and answer questions afterwards. For more details, see the show's website at https://thecastro.com/events/movies-for-maniacs-260409/

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===Garmin Marathon in the Land of Oz, Olathe, Kansas===
'''April 26, 2026: Garmin Marathon in the Land of Oz, Olathe, Kansas.''' If you're going to have a 26.2-mile run in Kansas, you may as well give it an Oz theme! For more information and to register, see the race's website at http://ozrun.org/.

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==May/June 2026==
===Yellow Brick Road Festival, Sedan, Kansas===
'''May 22-23, 2026: Yellow Brick Road Festival, Sedan, Kansas.''' This town in Kansas celebrates ''The Wizard of Oz'' every year. For details, see http://www.lasr.net/travel/city.php?Sedan&Kansas&Yellow+Brick+Road+Festival&City_ID=KS0604019&Event_ID=KS0604019e002&VE=Y or call 620-725-4033.

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===Oz-Stravaganza, Chittenango, New York===
'''June 5-7, 2026: Oz-Stravaganza, Chittenango, New York.''' This village in upstate New York honors its native son, L. Frank Baum, with an annual festival honoring his creation, the Land of Oz. For more information, see the event's website at http://www.oz-stravaganza.com/.

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===Judy Garland Festival, Grand Rapids, Minnesota===
'''June (exact dates to be announced), 2026: Judy Garland Festival, Judy Garland Museum and environs, Grand Rapids, Minnesota.''' Judy Garland's home town celebrates her in this annual festival, with events all over town spread out over several days. For more information, keep an eye on the event's website at https://judygarlandmuseum.com/judy-garland-museum-events/.

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==August 2026==
===Oz Festival Illinois, Mapleton, Illinois===
'''August (exact date to be announced), 2025: Oz Fest Illinois, Butler Haynes Park, Mapleton, Illinois.'''. For more information, see the event's website at https://www.hollispark.org/oz-fest, or the Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/OzFestIllinois/.

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==September 2026==
===Autumn at Oz Party, Banner Elk, North Carolina===
'''September (exact dates to be announced), 2026: Autumn at Oz Party, Beech Mountain, Banner Elk, North Carolina.''' The Wizard of Oz Park on the mountain may no longer be in regular operation, but it's still there, and Oz and park fans get together once a year for a party. Hurricane Hélène paused the event for 2025, but there's hope for a return in 2026. For more information, check out https://landofoznc.com/.

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===OzFest, Liberal, Kansas===
'''September (exact date to be announced), 2026: OzFest, Liberal, Kansas.''' The home town of the Dorothy's House attraction hosts its annual tribute to Dorothy and Oz. For more information, see [https://www.lasr.net/travel/city.php?Ozfest&TravelTo=KS1019015&VE=Y&Event_ID=KS1019015e002 the city's events page] and [http://visitliberal.com/ the city's website] (and be sure to call 1-800-LIBERAL to confirm event and dates).

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==October 2026==
===Oztoberfest, Wamego, Kansas===
'''October (exact date to be announced), 2026: Oztoberfest, Wamego, Kansas.''' The town not only has an Oz museum, they put on an annual Oz festival. Authors and other special guests will attend, and there's also admission to the museum. For more details, call the Oz museum at 1-866-458-TOTO, or see the event's website at http://oztoberfest.com/.

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==November 2026==
===TeslaCon, Middleton, Wisconsin===
'''November 12-15, 2026: TeslaCon, Marriott of Middleton, Middleton, Wisconsin.''' The country's largest steampunk convention celebrates its sixteenth edition, and this year the theme is Oz. For more information, see the convention's website at https://teslacon.com/.

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==Holiday Season 2026-27==
===''The Wizard of Oz'', holiday cablecasts===
'''''The Wizard of Oz'' holiday cablecasts, TBS and TNT.''' The stations' annual holiday season showings of the famous film version are, generally speaking, around Thanksgiving on TBS and Christmas on TNT. Check your local provider for exact times and channels on your system. Keep checking back for updates.

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===''The Wiz'' holiday telecasts===
'''''The Wiz'' holiday telecasts.''' Channels have holiday time airings of the 1978 film adaptation of ''The Wiz'', starring Diana Ross as Dorothy, Michael Jackson as the Scarecrow, Lena Horne as Glinda, and Richard Pryor as the Wiz. Keep checking back for updates.

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===''If I Only Had Christmas'' television movie, The Hallmark Channel===
'''''If I Only Had Christmas'' television movie, The Hallmark Channel.''' A Hallmark Christmas romance movie, first shown in 2020 and based (extremely loosely) on ''The Wizard of Oz''! Candace Cameron Bure stars as Darcy Gale, a publicist who teams up with Huck, a cynical business owner played by Neil Webb, to help out a charity in need. It airs many times at Christmas, and occasionally at other times throughout the year (check your local television provider for exact time and channel on your system). For more details and a sneak peek behind the scenes, take a look at [https://www.etonline.com/candace-cameron-bure-stars-in-hallmark-channels-if-i-only-had-christmas-first-look-exclusive-154864 the news report on the ''Entertainment Tonight'' website]. And [https://celebratingthesoaps.com/hallmark/hallmark-channel-news-wizard-of-oz-reimagined-candace-cameron-bure-in-if-i-only-had-christmas/ here's another report with another preview]. Finally, [https://www.hallmarkchannel.com/if-i-only-had-christmas here's the movie's page on the channel's website].

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==To Be Determined==
===Wizard of Oz Days, Macon, Missouri===
'''Exact date to be announced: Wizard of Oz Days, Hannibal, Missouri.''' For complete details, see the event's Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/WizardofOzDays.

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OzWiki:Current events

2026-02-09T04:00:35Z

Ericgjovaag: /* Wicked: For Good, cinemas worldwide */

Other Oz events can also be found on [https://www.ozclub.org/calendar/ the International Wizard of Oz Club's online calendar].

Please note that, since I live in the United States and most Oz events take place in the United States, I will identify most event locations by city and state only. Any events taking place in other countries will include the name of the country as well.

==Going on now==
===''Wicked'' play, around the world===
'''Now playing: ''Wicked''.''' This is the award-winning musical based on Gregory Maguire's novel ''Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West''. The book is by Winnie Holzman, the music by Stephen Schwartz, and the show is directed by Joe Mantello. It has done so well, it has spawned the following productions:

* [http://www.gershwintheatre.com/ Gershwin Theater], Broadway, New York City, New York. Tickets may be purchased online at [http://www.ticketmaster.com/venue/24579 ticketmaster.com]. For more details, go to [http://wickedthemusical.com/ wickedthemusical.com]. For a "Behind the Emerald Curtain" tour on Saturday mornings, go to https://wickedthemusical.com/behind-the-emerald-curtain#scrolldown for details.

* The Apollo Victoria Theatre, The West End, London, England, United Kingdom. For more information, including booking tickets, see http://www.wickedthemusical.co.uk/.

* ''Wicked'' is also touring the United States and Canada. For more information and updates about the tour, see https://wickedthemusical.com/tickets/#tour. Here's the current schedule (locations and dates are subject to change):
** Now through February 15, 2026: [https://pittsburgh.broadway.com/shows/wicked/ Benedum Center], Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
** February 18-March 1, 2026: [https://rbtl.org/ West Herr Auditorium Theatre], Rochester, New York
** March 4-22, 2026: [https://www.ppacri.org/events/detail/wicked-2 Providence Performing Arts Center], Providence, Rhode Island
** March 25-April 5, 2026: [https://www.broadwayincolumbia.com/upcoming-shows/ Koger Center for the Arts], Columbia, South Carolina
** April 8-19, 2026: [https://www.celebrityattractions.com/shows/10200/WICKED/Little-Rock/2026 Robinson Center], Little Rock, Arkansas
** April 22-May 3, 2026: Juanita K. Hammons Hall, Springfield, Missouri
** May 6-June 14, 2026: [https://dallas.broadway.com/shows/wicked/ Music Hall at Fair Park], Dallas, Texas
** June 17-July 5, 2026: [https://ticketomaha.com/Productions/wicked Orpheum Theater], Omaha, Nebraska
** July 8-August 9, 2026: [https://hennepinarts.org/events/wicked Orpheum Theatre], Minneapolis, Minnesota
** August 12-30, 2026: [https://kansascity.broadway.com/shows/wicked/ Music Hall], Kansas City, Missouri
** September 2-20, 2026: [https://www.desmoinesperformingarts.org/whats-on/events/2025-26/broadway/wicked Des Moines Civic Center], Des Moines, Iowa

* The Korean production is now on tour. The show's website is at https://www.wickedthemusical.co.kr/Home/Index. Here are the current dates:
** February 5-March 1, 2026: Keimyung Arts Center, Daigu

* A new, non-reproduction staging, based on the Brazilian version, is now playing at the Dubai Opera in Dubai, UAE, through February 15, 2026. For more information, see the website at https://www.dubaiopera.com/en-US/product-details?ID=5facadac-b73b-f011-8c4e-0022480cfb5c.

* Another non-reproduction staging is now running at the Teatr Muzyczny ROMA in Warsaw, Poland. For more information, see https://www.teatrroma.pl/spektakl/wicked/.

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===''The Wiz'' play, national tour===
'''''The Wiz'' play, national tour.''' After its Broadway run, this new staging of the Tony-winning musical adaptation of ''The Wizard of Oz'' heads out on a North American tour. The following dates have been announced:

* February 3-8, 2026: [https://portland.broadway.com/shows/the-wiz/ Keller Auditorium], Portland, Oregon
* February 10-15, 2026: [https://www.stgpresents.org/events/the-wiz/ Paramount Theatre], Seattle, Washington
* March 3-15, 2026: [https://cincinnati.broadway.com/shows/the-wiz/ Aronhoff Center], Cincinnati, Ohio
* April 21-26, 2026: [https://www.altriatheater.com/events/detail/the-wiz-2025 Altria Center], Richmond, Virginia
* May 5-10, 2026: [https://www.celebrityattractions.com/shows/10194/THE-WIZ/Tulsa/2026 Tulsa Performing Arts Center], Tulsa, Oklahoma
* May 12-17, 2026: [https://austin.broadway.com/shows/the-wiz/ Bass Concert Hall], Austin, Texas
* May 19-24, 2026: [https://www.okcbroadway.com/wiz Civic Center Music Hall], Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
* May 26-31, 2026: [https://americantheatreguild.com/toledo/shows/the-wiz/ Stranahan Theater], Toledo, Ohio

More dates and cities will be coming. For more information, see the show's website at https://wizmusical.com/.

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===''The Wizard of Oz on Ice'' on tour===
'''Now on Tour: ''The Wizard of Oz on Ice''.''' The new, reimagined version of the 1990s ice show returns for another season. The company has announced the following tour dates:
* February 6, 2026: [https://www.npacgreeneville.com/ Niswonger Performing Arts Center], Greenville, Tennessee
* February 12, 2026: Bradford Area High School Auditorium, Bradford, Pennsylvania
* February 14, 2026: [https://rivieratheatre.org/event/wizard-of-oz-ice/ Riviera Theatre], North Tonawanda, New York
* February 15, 2026: [https://theeich.org/ Eichelberger Performing Arts Center], Hanover, Pennsylvania
* February 21, 2026: [https://starcentremd.com/event/the-all-new-wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ The STAR Center], Havre de Grace, Maryland
* February 25, 2026: [https://www.springfieldartscouncil.org/event/the-all-new-wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Clark State Performing Arts Center], Springfield, Ohio
* February 26, 2026: [https://luhrscenter.com/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Luhrs Performing Arts Center], Shippensburg, Pennsylvania
* March 5, 2026: [https://www.artsblooming.org/home-bcpa Bloomington Center for the Arts], Bloomington, Illinois
* March 6, 2026: [https://leachtheatre.mst.edu/events/2025/wiz-oz-on-ice/ Leach Theatre], Rolla, Missouri
* March 7, 2026: [https://www.hutchinsonfox.com/events/the-wizard-of-oz-on-ice Hutchinson's Historic Fox Theatre], Hutchinson, Kansas
* March 8, 2026: [https://www.topekaperformingarts.org/events/2026/the-wizard-of-oz-on-ice Topeka Performing Arts Center], Topeka, Kansas
* March 11, 2026: [https://mizzouarts.missouri.edu/university-concert-series-returns-for-118th-season/ Jesse Auditorium, University of Missouri], Columbia, Missouri
* March 14, 2026: [https://www.skokospac.org/ Shokos Performing Arts Center], Alma, Arkansas
* March 15, 2026: [https://www.coppellartscenter.org/events/detail/2026-wizard-of-oz-on-ice Coppell Arts Center], Coppell, Texas
* March 19, 2026: [https://coffeecountyartsalliance.org/product/wizard/ Enterprise High School Performing Arts Center], Enterprise, Alabama
* March 20, 2026: [https://fordcenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Ford Center for the Performing Arts], Oxford, Mississippi
* March 21, 2026: [https://tickets.thegrand.com/Online/mapSelect.asp?doWork::WSmap::loadMap=Load&createBO::WSmap=1&BOparam::WSmap::loadMap::performance_ids=BF23CAB4-BB58-48F2-B25A-98FC0873E482 The Grand 1894 Opera House], Galveston, Texas
* March 22, 2026: [https://ci.ovationtix.com/35987/production/1241069?performanceId=11647305 Temple Theater], Lufkin, Texas
* March 27, 2026: [https://www.moonlightstage.com/shows-tickets Moonlight Amphitheatre], Vista, California
* March 28, 2026: [https://www.ycpac.com/Online/default.asp?BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Avenue_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Acity_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Amonth_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Aobject_type_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Acategory_filter=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_from=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_to=&doWork%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3Asearch=1&BOparam%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3Asearch%3A%3Aarticle_search_id=EE8716B4-0827-4B0D-9ACB-038A148DF966&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_criteria=&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_from=2026-3-28&BOset%3A%3AWScontent%3A%3ASearchCriteria%3A%3Asearch_to=2026-3-28 Jim and Linda Lee Performing Arts Center], Prescott, Arizona
* March 29, 2026: [https://tickets.haughpac.com/wizard Haugh Performing Arts Center], Glendora, California
* March 30, 2026: [https://higleycenter.org/ Higley Center for the Performing Arts], Gilbert, Arizona
* April 10, 2026: [https://www.sunsetcenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Sunset Cultural Center], Carmel-by-the-Sea, California
* April 11, 2026: [https://www.lpac.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Lancaster Performing Arts Center], Lancaster, California
* April 12, 2026: [https://livermorearts.org/ Livermore Valley Performing Arts Center], Livermore, California
* April 15, 2026: [https://craterian.org/event/the-wizard-of-oz-on-ice/ Craterian Theater], Medford, Oregon
* April 16, 2026: [https://columbiatheatre.com/new-events/wizard-of-oz-on-ice Columbia Theatre], Longview, Washington
* April 17, 2026: [https://www.washingtoncenter.org/event/wizard-of-oz-on-ice-4-17-2026/ Washington Center for the Performing Arts], Olympia, Washington
* April 19, 2026: [https://buttearts.org/ Mother Lode Theatre], Butte, Montana
* April 30, 2026: [https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/41568594/wizard-of-oz-on-ice-pembroke-givens-performing-arts-center?_gl=1*17vkium*_ga*MTg1OTc1NzAyOS4xNzU3MTE1MzQz*_ga_LQFXLBGNDL*czE3NTcxMTUzNDMkbzEkZzEkdDE3NTcxMTUzNzMkajMwJGwwJGgw Givens Performing Arts Center], Pembroke, North Carolina

For more information about the show, see the website at https://wizardofozonice.com/.

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===''Ozmafia'' anime series, on the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Ozmafia'' anime series, crunchyroll.com.''' In this Japanese anime series (based on the video game of the same name), Scarlet is a new transfer student at Oz Academy. He doesn't get off to a good start, but the teachers seem nice enough. But what strange secrets are hiding at Oz Academy, and why are they at war with the other academies? Episodes (in Japanese, with English subtitles) are available to view online at http://www.crunchyroll.com/ozmafia for free.

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===''The Wizard of Oz'' and ''The Wiz'', throughout the United Kingdom===
'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz'', throughout the United Kingdom.''' Oz is a popular show to perform in the United Kingdom, and there always seems to be a show going on somewhere. For a complete listing of all upcoming productions of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in the United Kingdom, see the listings at [http://www.list.co.uk/events/theatre/what:The%20Wizard%20of%20Oz/sort:date/show:100/ ''The List''], naturally. They also have listings for performances of [http://www.list.co.uk/events/theatre/what:The%20Wiz/sort:date/show:100/ ''The Wiz''].

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===''Emerald City'' television series, NBC.com===
'''''Emerald City'' television series, NBC.com''' The latest Oz TV project has gone through its broadcast run on NBC. But the show's website is still up at http://www.nbc.com/emerald-city. You can still watch episodes online at http://www.nbc.com/emerald-city/episodes, and the show is also streaming on Peacock.

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===''Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz'', Internet Streaming and Cablecast===
'''Now playing: ''Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz'' cartoon series, Internet Streaming.''' This is the latest Oz cartoon series, based (very loosely) on the famous 1939 film version. Dorothy is now a princess of Oz and living in the Emerald City with Queen Ozma. But she's still having adventures! For more information, see the show's website at https://watch.boomerang.com/shows/dorothy-franchise/series/dorothy-series/volume-1. Or, if you have the Boomerang or Cartoon Network cable channels, episodes are now being shown in territories around the world, outside the United States, also have the show, so check your local version of the Cartoon Network, Boomerang, or Max channels or websites.

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===''Lost in Oz'' series, Internet streaming===
'''Now playing: ''Lost in Oz'', Amazon Video streaming.''' This animated series from Amazon tells the story of Dorothy, a modern-day girl, and her dog Toto, who are whisked to Oz when Dorothy opens one of her mother's old journals. To get home, she must find the elements of magic and help restore magic to Oz. Fortunately she has made friends with Ojo the Munchkin and West, a trainee witch, to help her out. To get started, see Amazon's ''Lost in Oz'' website at https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00Z89MYTI! And in November of 2022, [https://www.youtube.com/embed/h4fc1XvdBrk this short was dropped] with news of what's to come.

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===''Dee & Friends in Oz'', Netflix worldwide===
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'''Now playing: ''Dee & Friends in Oz'', Netflix worldwide.''' The streaming service has announced their new shows for 2024, including ''Dee & Friends in Oz'', an animated musical series aimed at preschoolers. Dee is a young girl who discovers a key to the magical land of Oz, where she makes friends and has has adventures where she saves the day. Want a sneak peek? [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oPAZCfmc0mQ&ab_channel=NetflixJr. Here's the first episode!]

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===''Chronicles of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now streaming: The ''Chronicles of Oz'' podcast.''' This audio adaptation of the first three Oz books, each in six episodes, presents ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', ''The Marvellous Land of Oz'', and ''Ozma of Oz'', plus a special episode adapting ''The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus''. Produced by Crossover Adventure Productions out of Australia. All episodes, along with trailers and other materials, can be downloaded at http://chroniclesofoz.com/.

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===''The Royal Podcast of Oz'', the Internet===
'''Now streaming: ''The Royal Podcast of Oz'', podbean.com and other podcasting sites.''' Now running for over a decade, this podcast is devoted to all things Oz, with interviews, reviews, news, and other items of interest to Oz fans of all types. You can listen to or download all editions at https://anchor.fm/the-royal-podcast-of-oz/, or look for it on your favorite podcast site.

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===''Wait Wait…Don't Tell Me'', National Public Radio===
'''Now streaming: ''Wait Wait…Don't Tell Me'' edition of May 11, 2019, npr.org.''' The popular current events quiz show recorded this episode in St. Louis, and got one of the city's most celebrated residents to play "Not My Job". Former Cardinals shortstop and Hall of Fame inductee Ozzie Smith was nicknamed "The Wizard of Oz" in his playing days, so naturally, he gets to answer questions about ''The Wizard of Oz''! You can listen to the entire episode [https://www.npr.org/programs/wait-wait-dont-tell-me/722132214/wait-wait-for-may-11-2019-with-not-my-job-guest-ozzie-smith?showDate=2019-05-11 here], or just Smith's segment [https://www.npr.org/2019/05/11/721853591/not-my-job-we-quiz-baseball-great-ozzie-smith-on-the-wizard-of-oz here].

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===''Hit the Bricks!'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Hit the Bricks!'' podcast, the Internet.''' One hundred years after the events of ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', the Gale farm is abandoned, and a new generation is off to have adventures in Oz. The first act has now dropped, with further episodes to come. For more information, see the show's website at https://hitthebricks.com/, and its Twitter feed at https://twitter.com/HitTheBricksPod/.

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===''The Smallwood Sessions'' podcast, "The Podcast of Oz", the Internet===
'''Now playing: "The Podcast of Oz" episode of ''The Smallwood Sessions'' podcast.''' To celebrate what would have been the 2020 edition of Chittenango's Oz-Stravaganza, this podcast about upstate New York celebrates Oz and creator L. Frank Baum's connections to the area. To listen, go to https://anchor.fm/josh-taylor87/episodes/Episode-22-The-Podcast-of-Oz-ef05f4.

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===''Down the Yellow Brick Pod'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''Down the Yellow Brick Pod'' podcast.''' This podcast takes a deep dive into the Oz books, one chapter at a time, and looks at all that they encompass. Available on many podcast sources, including Google Podcasts, and through [https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS8xMTcyMTM4LnJzcw?hl=en this link].

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===''The Wonderful Recap of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''The Wonderful Recap of Oz'' podcast.''' This podcast recaps the Oz books, one per episode. Available Available on many podcast sources, including Google Podcasts, and through [https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy80ZjgyMWIyYy9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw== this link].

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===''No Place Like Home'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''No Place Like Home'' podcast.''' This podcast looks at the Ruby Slippers, how they were stolen in 2005 and found again in 2018, and all the background behind them, the production of The Movie, the life of Judy Garland, and more. Available on most podcasting sites. For more information, the show's website is at https://shows.cadence13.com/podcast/noplacelikehome.

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===''The Lost Princess of Oz'' podcast, the Internet===
'''Now playing: ''The Lost Princess of Oz'' podcast.''' A new, original Oz story for kids (of all ages), told in six parts, with songs, and presented by the Delaware Children's Theatre. Although based on Baum's writings, this is not the same story as his novel ''The Lost Princess of Oz''. For more information, or to subscribe, see the show's website at https://www.thelostprincessofozpodcast.com/.

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===''The Wizard of Oz: A Homegrown American Fairy Tale'' radio broadcast, BBC World Service===
'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz: A Homegrown American Fairy Tale'' radio documentary, BBC World Service and online streaming.''' This program looks at the origins and mythology of ''The Wizard of Oz'' and how it came about. It is currently available to listen or download online, anywhere in the world. Check the program's website at https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/w3ct1rl9 to listen to it online, or to download it.

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===To Oz? To Oz! online convention, the Internet===
'''To Oz? To Oz! online convention.''' With so many Oz events having to be cancelled this year because of the COVID-19 pandemic, a bunch of them got together to present some of their events to a worldwide, online audience for free. The live portions of the convention have now ended, but if you go to https://ozis.us/, you can see many prerecorded talks and events.

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===The OzConnection, YouTube===
'''The OzConnection, YouTube.''' OzCon International, the world's longest running ''Wizard of Oz'' convention, now has a YouTube channel at "The OzConnection", which features highlights of earlier cons and new material. The link is at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQU5pEFZZ6n_vXvRalgclSg.

The OzConnection has recently started two shows specifically for their channel. The first is a talk show called "OZ:Connect", which you can find in a playlist at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r-NAe0FKDXk&list=PLVNfENfXbx111GmnLLJFklUVGxPl1zUC-. The other new show is "Crypto-Oz-ology", short stories about all kinds of unusual happenings in Oz, which is in a playlist at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sCoSH97u4ts&list=PLVNfENfXbx11g0DhXikoqyP0dslwHeC1h.

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===Oz Talk, YouTube===
'''''Oz Talk'' panel talk show, YouTube.''' Join five Oz friends as they discuss any and all Oz subjects under the sun. New episodes will drop every two weeks on [https://www.youtube.com/c/TheOfficialOzClub/videos the Official Oz Club's YouTube Channel]. You can find the playlist for ''Oz Talk'' at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VNINbbefPS4&list=PL3OVMLWgINCRfgeWZR8GPJOp11rR73Ssc.

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===''Fifty Years of Oziana'' Readings, Youtube===
'''''Fifty Years of Oziana'' short story readings, YouTube.''' To celebrate fifty years of ''Oziana'', the International Wizard of Oz Club's annual literary magazine, Club members read stories from the last five decades. Many authors have even revisited their own stories. You can see the playlist of all stories [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hm6WXDLg9U8&list=PL3OVMLWgINCQ2a_CDuBggCt7kCYVaS4yD right here].

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===''Rainbow'' movie, Netflix===
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'''Now playing: ''Rainbow'', on Netflix worldwide.''' The first streaming service premieres this new movie, from director Paco León, that uses themes and imagery from ''The Wizard of Oz'' to explore the coming of age of Dora, a young Spanish woman who finds that everything she thought she knew about her life may be wrong. Available in an English dub, or with English subtitles.

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===The Wizard of Oz Experience, Around the World===
'''The Wizard of Oz Experience.''' The interactive outdoors event will be making making another set of appearances around the United States, Canada, and Australia in the spring of 2024. Take a look at https://questoapp.com/ for when it's coming to your town.

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===The Wicked Wizard Afternoon Tea, London, England, United Kingdom===
'''The Wicked Wizard Afternoon Tea, The Franklin Hotel, London, England, United Kingdom.''' Enjoy an Oz-themed tea, inspired by ''The Wizard of Oz'' and ''Wicked'', in the heart of London's Knightsbridge district. Tea is served from noon to 6:00, costs £49 (spirits are extra), and reservations must be made at least twenty-four hours in advance. For more information, including the menu, see [https://collezione.starhotels.com/en/our-hotels/the-franklin-london/restaurants-and-bars/wicked-wizard-at-the-franklin.html?_gl=1*1cfuckg*_up*MQ..*_gs*MQ..*_ga*MzU1MjIzMDI0LjE3NDE1NzY0NjA.*_ga_444Y1N2CEK*MTc0MTU3NjQ1OC4xLjEuMTc0MTU3NjU3NS4wLjAuMTkzNzQwNjk0Nw..*_ga_YXSDGTQ8NB*MTc0MTU3NjQ1OC4xLjEuMTc0MTU3NjU3NS4wLjAuNDIxNjUwMTc1&gclid=Cj0KCQiAlbW-BhCMARIsADnwasphX4BQH4lMNEKBognzeTmjcu96bA-ZlcDfhhU2ouaxc5CgyV41YLMaAjUfEALw_wcB the Franklin's website].

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===''Ruby Red Handed: Stealing America’s Most Famous Pair of Shoes'', Hulu===
'''Now playing: ''Ruby Red Handed: Stealing America’s Most Famous Pair of Shoes'', Hulu Streaming Service.''' This ABC News documentary delves into the 2005 theft of a pair of Ruby Slippers in Minnesota and the subsequent investigation and recovery. Keep an eye out here for more information and links.

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===''The Wizard of Oz'', Las Vegas, Nevada===
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'''Now playing: ''The Wizard of Oz'' at the Sphere, Las Vegas, Nevada.''' See the famous 1939 film version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in a whole new way. This is an immersive reimagining in 16K on a huge screen surrounding the audience. For more information and to buy tickets, go to https://www.thesphere.com/shows/wizard-of-oz-experience.

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===Candlelight: ''The Wizard of Oz'' concerts, around the world===
'''Candlelight: ''The Wizard of OZ'' concerts, around the world.''' In conjunction with Warner Bros., Candlelight is presenting songs from the famous movie version of ''The Wizard of Oz'' in venues around the world amidst a sea of flickering candles. For more information, or to locate a concert, see the website at https://candlelightexperience.com/wizard-of-oz-concerts/.

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===The Music of Oz, Washington, DC===
'''Now through January 31, 2026: The Music of Oz: Treasures from ''The Wizard of Oz'', ''The Wiz'', and ''Wicked'', Library of Congress, Washington, DC.''' To celebrate 125 years of ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'', the Library of Congress has on display lyric and music manuscripts, costume sketches, and other artifacts from ''The Wizard of Oz'' (1939), the film version of ''The Wiz'', and the stage version of ''Wicked''. For more information, see [https://newsroom.loc.gov/news/explore-the-creation-of--oz--and-experience-poetry-and-music-during-live--at-the-library-in-january/s/e06f907a-9ae9-430b-9c46-522a7a272160 the Library's website].

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===The Land of Oz: Beyond the Page Museum Exhibit, Chicago, Illinois===
'''Now through March 15, 2026: The Land of Oz: Beyond the Page Museum Exhibit, Driehaus Museum, Chicago, Illinois.''' This exhibit focuses on design elements of the famous 1939 film adaptation of ''The Wizard of Oz''. Items on display include replicas of the Ruby Slippers and the Cowardly Lion's "Courage" medal, an early draft script, and a prototype for the Flying Monkey's costumes. For more information, see the museum's website at https://driehausmuseum.org/exhibitions.

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===Bloomland in Oz, Burlington, Ontario, Canada===
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'''Now through April 6, 2026: Bloomland in Oz, Royal Botanical Gardens Canada, Burlington, Ontario, Canada.''' The Gardens' 2026 showcase features floral displays and artistic creations, all inspired by the novel ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz''. For more information or to purchase tickets, see the website at https://www.rbg.ca/things-to-do/by-season/special-events/winter-exhibit/. And here's a behind-the-scenes look:
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===Stories of Cinema: Identity exhibit, Los Angeles, California===
'''Now through January 10, 2027: Stories of Cinema: Identity exhibit, Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, Los Angeles, California.''' The Academy Museum has brought its pair of Ruby Slippers back for the public to view. This exhibit also includes costumes and design studies from such movies as ''Flower Drum Song'', ''Dreamgirls'', ''Moulin Rouge!'', ''Amadeus'', ''Ma Raimey's Black Bottom'', ''Barbie'', and ''Wicked''. For more information, see the museum's website at https://www.academymuseum.org/en/exhibitions/stories-of-cinema-identity.

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==February 2026==
===''The Wizard of Oz'' movie, Los Angeles, California===
'''February 9, 2026: ''The Wizard of Oz'' movie, Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, Los Angeles, California.''' Well of course the Academy's museum also shows movies. Today, it's a 4K rendition of the famous 1939 film adaptation of ''The Wizard of Oz'', starting at 2:30 pm in the Ted Mann theater. For more information, see the museum's website at https://www.academymuseum.org/en/calendar?programTypes=16i3uOYQwism7sMDhIQr2O&page=5.

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===''Gale: Yellow Brick Road'', in theaters nationwide===
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'''February 11, 2026: ''Gale: Yellow Brick Road'' movie, theaters nationwide.''' Emily, Dorothy's granddaughter, is back in Oz, but it's not the land of wonder she was led to believe it is. Can Emily break the Gale family curse? This horror movie will play one night only in theaters nationwide, courtesy of Fathom Events. For more information, including theaters and tickets, see the event website at https://www.fathomentertainment.com/releases/gale-yellow-brick-road/.

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==April 2026==
===''Return to Oz'' 40th Anniversary Screening, San Francisco, California===
'''April 9, 2026: ''Return to Oz'' 40th Anniversary Screening, The Castro Theatre, San Francisco, California.''' The legendary San Francisco theater is opening again after renavations, and part of the program will be a rare theatrical screening of the 1985 Disney movie ''Return to Oz'' to celebrate it's fortieth anniversary (maybe a few months late). The special guest is director Walter Murch, who will discuss the film and answer questions afterwards. For more details, see the show's website at https://thecastro.com/events/movies-for-maniacs-260409/

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===Garmin Marathon in the Land of Oz, Olathe, Kansas===
'''April 26, 2026: Garmin Marathon in the Land of Oz, Olathe, Kansas.''' If you're going to have a 26.2-mile run in Kansas, you may as well give it an Oz theme! For more information and to register, see the race's website at http://ozrun.org/.

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==May/June 2026==
===Yellow Brick Road Festival, Sedan, Kansas===
'''May 22-23, 2026: Yellow Brick Road Festival, Sedan, Kansas.''' This town in Kansas celebrates ''The Wizard of Oz'' every year. For details, see http://www.lasr.net/travel/city.php?Sedan&Kansas&Yellow+Brick+Road+Festival&City_ID=KS0604019&Event_ID=KS0604019e002&VE=Y or call 620-725-4033.

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===Oz-Stravaganza, Chittenango, New York===
'''June 5-7, 2026: Oz-Stravaganza, Chittenango, New York.''' This village in upstate New York honors its native son, L. Frank Baum, with an annual festival honoring his creation, the Land of Oz. For more information, see the event's website at http://www.oz-stravaganza.com/.

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===Judy Garland Festival, Grand Rapids, Minnesota===
'''June (exact dates to be announced), 2026: Judy Garland Festival, Judy Garland Museum and environs, Grand Rapids, Minnesota.''' Judy Garland's home town celebrates her in this annual festival, with events all over town spread out over several days. For more information, keep an eye on the event's website at https://judygarlandmuseum.com/judy-garland-museum-events/.

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==August 2026==
===Oz Festival Illinois, Mapleton, Illinois===
'''August (exact date to be announced), 2025: Oz Fest Illinois, Butler Haynes Park, Mapleton, Illinois.'''. For more information, see the event's website at https://www.hollispark.org/oz-fest, or the Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/OzFestIllinois/.

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==September 2026==
===Autumn at Oz Party, Banner Elk, North Carolina===
'''September (exact dates to be announced), 2026: Autumn at Oz Party, Beech Mountain, Banner Elk, North Carolina.''' The Wizard of Oz Park on the mountain may no longer be in regular operation, but it's still there, and Oz and park fans get together once a year for a party. Hurricane Hélène paused the event for 2025, but there's hope for a return in 2026. For more information, check out https://landofoznc.com/.

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===OzFest, Liberal, Kansas===
'''September (exact date to be announced), 2026: OzFest, Liberal, Kansas.''' The home town of the Dorothy's House attraction hosts its annual tribute to Dorothy and Oz. For more information, see [https://www.lasr.net/travel/city.php?Ozfest&TravelTo=KS1019015&VE=Y&Event_ID=KS1019015e002 the city's events page] and [http://visitliberal.com/ the city's website] (and be sure to call 1-800-LIBERAL to confirm event and dates).

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==October 2026==
===Oztoberfest, Wamego, Kansas===
'''October (exact date to be announced), 2026: Oztoberfest, Wamego, Kansas.''' The town not only has an Oz museum, they put on an annual Oz festival. Authors and other special guests will attend, and there's also admission to the museum. For more details, call the Oz museum at 1-866-458-TOTO, or see the event's website at http://oztoberfest.com/.

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==November 2026==
===TeslaCon, Middleton, Wisconsin===
'''November 12-15, 2026: TeslaCon, Marriott of Middleton, Middleton, Wisconsin.''' The country's largest steampunk convention celebrates its sixteenth edition, and this year the theme is Oz. For more information, see the convention's website at https://teslacon.com/.

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==Holiday Season 2026-27==
===''The Wizard of Oz'', holiday cablecasts===
'''''The Wizard of Oz'' holiday cablecasts, TBS and TNT.''' The stations' annual holiday season showings of the famous film version are, generally speaking, around Thanksgiving on TBS and Christmas on TNT. Check your local provider for exact times and channels on your system. Keep checking back for updates.

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===''The Wiz'' holiday telecasts===
'''''The Wiz'' holiday telecasts.''' Channels have holiday time airings of the 1978 film adaptation of ''The Wiz'', starring Diana Ross as Dorothy, Michael Jackson as the Scarecrow, Lena Horne as Glinda, and Richard Pryor as the Wiz. Keep checking back for updates.

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===''If I Only Had Christmas'' television movie, The Hallmark Channel===
'''''If I Only Had Christmas'' television movie, The Hallmark Channel.''' A Hallmark Christmas romance movie, first shown in 2020 and based (extremely loosely) on ''The Wizard of Oz''! Candace Cameron Bure stars as Darcy Gale, a publicist who teams up with Huck, a cynical business owner played by Neil Webb, to help out a charity in need. It airs many times at Christmas, and occasionally at other times throughout the year (check your local television provider for exact time and channel on your system). For more details and a sneak peek behind the scenes, take a look at [https://www.etonline.com/candace-cameron-bure-stars-in-hallmark-channels-if-i-only-had-christmas-first-look-exclusive-154864 the news report on the ''Entertainment Tonight'' website]. And [https://celebratingthesoaps.com/hallmark/hallmark-channel-news-wizard-of-oz-reimagined-candace-cameron-bure-in-if-i-only-had-christmas/ here's another report with another preview]. Finally, [https://www.hallmarkchannel.com/if-i-only-had-christmas here's the movie's page on the channel's website].

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==To Be Determined==
===Wizard of Oz Days, Macon, Missouri===
'''Exact date to be announced: Wizard of Oz Days, Hannibal, Missouri.''' For complete details, see the event's Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/WizardofOzDays.

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Bookshop

2026-02-08T17:37:10Z

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<br>Welcome! This is an exciting place, because here, you can buy Oz books, books by L. Frank Baum and other Oz authors, Oz activity books, cassettes, CDs, videos, toys and games, and even computer software, all at the click of your mouse button. I've tried to give you a wide selection to choose from, in all price ranges, so there's sure to be something you like. Oz books also make great gifts for the Oz fan on your shopping list! Now that the bookshop is in wiki format, it should be much easier to update, and new items (when I find out about them) will show up here in the lobby on a regular basis.

This service is presented in association with [[File:amazon-com-logo.gif|link=Amazon]] [[Amazon|Amazon.com]] in the United States, and its subsidiaries, [[File:amazon-ca-logo.gif|link=http://www.amazon.ca/]] [http://amazon.ca Amazon.ca] in Canada and [[File:amazon-uk-logo.jpg|link=http://www.amazon.co.uk/]] [http://www.amazon.co.uk/ Amazon.co.uk] in Great Britain. For out-of-print, rare, or antiquarian books, besure to check out [[File:abe-button.gif|link=http://affiliates.abebooks.com/c/60106/77798/2029?u=http://www.abebooks.com/]] [http://affiliates.abebooks.com/c/60106/77798/2029?u=http://www.abebooks.com/ Abebooks.com].

When books are available from another seller, the link will take you to a source of more information. These links are shown below. (Clicking on the buttons here will take you to these sites' home pages.)

::[[File:BoWbutton.1.GIF|link=http://www.booksofwonder.com/]] [http://www.booksofwonder.com Books of Wonder], publishers and sellers of many Oz books and products. Their reprints of the Baum Oz books are highly recommended.

::[[File:dramaticpublishing.GIF|link=http://www.dramaticpublishing.com/]] [http://www.dramaticpublishing.com/index.html Dramatic Publishing], purveyors of play scripts.

::[[Dunkiton Press]] reprints short stories by Ruth Plumly Thompson and other Oz authors, and pictures by many Oz illustrators, in its annual anthology. They have also printed two addenda to ''Who's Who in Oz''.

::[[File:htpbutton.jpg‎|link=http://www.hungrytigerpress.com/]] [http://www.hungrytigerpress.com/ Hungry Tiger Press], publishers of new short Oz stories and obscure Oziana and Baumiana. ([http://affiliates.abebooks.com/c/60106/77798/2029?u=http://www.abebooks.com/servlet/SearchResults?kn=%22Hungry+Tiger+Press%22&sts=t&x=30&y=6 Click here] to look for their products at ABE Books.)

::[[File:ozclubbutton.GIF|link=http://shop.ozclub.org/]] [http://shop.ozclub.org/ The International Wizard of Oz Club], who have reprinted many Oz books and published new Oz stories as well. ([http://affiliates.abebooks.com/c/60106/77798/2029?u=http://www.abebooks.com/servlet/SearchResults?kn=%22International+Wizard+of+Oz+Club%22&sts=t&x=-839&y=-95 Click here] to look for their products at ABE Books.)

::[[File:lulu-logo.gif|link=http://www.lulu.com/]] [http://www.lulu.com/ Lulu Self Publishing], which many Oz fans are now using to print their own books or reprint works in public domain.

::[[File:pigletpress.gif|link=http://www.halcyon.com/piglet/]] [http://www.halcyon.com/piglet/ Piglet Press], producers of new audio performances of the Oz books. Their site also includes an extensive online Oz encyclopedia.

::[[File:toclaf.jpg|link=https://sites.google.com/site/cowardlylionsite/Home]] [https://sites.google.com/site/cowardlylionsite/Home Tails of the Cowardly Lion and Friends], publishers and distributors of many, many new Oz stories. ([http://affiliates.abebooks.com/c/60106/77798/2029?u=http://www.abebooks.com/servlet/SearchResults?kn=%22Buckethead+Enterprises%22&sts=t&x=39&y=14 Click here] or [http://affiliates.abebooks.com/c/60106/77798/2029?u=http://www.abebooks.com/servlet/SearchResults?kn=%22Tails+of+the+Cowardly+Lion%22&sts=t&x=40&y=2 here] to look for their products at ABE Books.)

::[[File:tototooinc.gif|link=http://tototooinc.com/]] [http://tototooinc.com/ Toto Too, Inc.], distributors of the Oz works of Roger S. Baum, one of L. Frank Baum's great-grandsons. Order through this site and your books will be autographed.

Please note that many of these books are out-of-print or hard to find. While Amazon.com does have an out-of-print search service for such books, you may want to try other sources as well. [[Where to buy Oz books|This link]] will take you to some online resources that might be of help.

To comment on or ask questions about this bookshop, [mailto:wizard@thewizardofoz.info click here] to send me an e-mail. (I can not buy old books from you, however, nor am I qualified to appraise books. For information about the age or value of older books or other items, please [[Oz FAQ|see my FAQ]].)

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<center><big>[[Aisle 1|Aisle 1 — The Oz books of L. Frank Baum]]</big><br>The books that started it all. The fourteen Oz novels by the original Royal Historian of Oz (including numerous versions of ''The Wonderful Wizard of Oz''), and other stories Baum wrote about Oz.</center>

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<center><big>[[Aisle 2|Aisle 2 — The "Official" Oz books by other authors]]</big><br>The rest of the Oz series, by Royal Historians Ruth Plumly Thompson, John R. Neill, Jack Snow, Rachel Cosgrove Payes, and Eloise Jarvis McGraw and Lauren Lynn McGraw. Includes many of their Oz writings outside of the series, plus other Oz contributions by Royal Illustrator W. W. Denslow.</center>

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<center><big>[[Aisle 3|Aisle 3 — Other Oz books]]</big><br>Many other writers have tried their hand at writing Oz stories outside of the regular series. Here is a wide selection of those that are currently available.</center>

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<center><big>[[Aisle 4|Aisle 4 — Non-Oz books by Oz authors and illustrators]]</big><br>The Royal Historians of Oz wrote other works as well. Many of L. Frank Baum's works were even tied into the Oz series. You can purchase some of what they've written here.</center>

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<center><big>[[Aisle 5|Aisle 5 — Oz comics and graphic novels]]</big><br>For those who prefer a more visual approach to their storytelling. From all-ages adaptations of the book to more grown-up fare.</center>

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<center><big>[[Aisle 6|Aisle 6 — Non-fiction, reference, and biography]]</big><br>Books and publications about Oz and its authors. Much of the information on this website came from these books.</center>

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<center><big>[[Aisle 7|Aisle 7 — The Movie]]</big><br>It's the most watched movie in history, so of course there are many books about it. From the movie on video, scripts, music, and behind-the-scenes books, to postcards and cookbooks, if it's about The Movie, it's here.</center>

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<center><big>[[Aisle 8|Aisle 8 — Toys, Games, Activity Books, and Adaptations]]</big><br>These products are specially selected for the kid in us all. Adaptations, pop-up books, coloring and activity books, books you cut up and make things with, and other fun stuff.</center>

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<center><big>[[Aisle 9|Aisle 9 — Electronics and software]]</big><br>If you want to enjoy Oz on your computer or by other electronic means, this is the aisle you need to take a look at.</center>

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<center><big>[[Aisle 10|Aisle 10 — Dramatic Presentations]]</big><br>You don't have to just read Oz, you can watch it on your DVD player or VCR, listen to it on your cassette or CD player, or see it on the stage. Find many of them here, as well as books and other items about them.</center>

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<center><big>[[Aisle 11|Aisle 11 — Clothes, Accessories, Jewelry, Food, and Home Décor]]</big><br>Now you can show off Oz on your clothes, how you decorate your home, and how you eat.</center>

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<center><big>[[Aisle 12|Aisle 12 — Miscellane-Oz]]</big><br>All of the rest, items that don't quite fit into any of the other aisles. Includes maps, non-Oz books with major Oz references, and lots of other surprises.</center>

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<center><big>[[Aisle 13|Aisle 13 — You might also like...]]</big><br>None of these stories have to do with Oz, but they are in a similar vein, and you might also find them enjoyable. All are books appropriate for children of all ages.</center>

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'''''Oziana'' 2025'''. The International Wizard of Oz Club's annual anthology of original Oz fiction.

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