When a tornado rips through Kansas, Dorothy and her dog, Toto, are whisked away in their house to the magical land of Oz. Following the Yellow Brick Road toward the Emerald City to meet the mysterious Wizard, Dorothy meets a Scarecrow in need of a brain, a Tin Man searching for a heart, and a Cowardly Lion longing for courage. The Wizard agrees to help them, but only if they can bring him the broom of the Wicked Witch of the West. Based on the timeless tale, The Wizard of Oz is a magical adventure filled with beloved characters, memorable songs, and the discovery that there’s truly no place like home.
Cast List:
Performances- July 16-20th at Syracuse High School
A Note from Our Directors
Heather & LeAnna
Theatre has a unique way of weaving itself into our lives—through memory, imagination, and community. For both of us, this production is not just a show; it is a deeply personal and shared journey.
For Heather, The Wizard of Oz has been a constant companion since childhood. Introduced by her grandmother, the story quickly became more than a favorite movie—it became a world she stepped into again and again. Whether reenacting scenes on walks to the park with her grandpa, transforming her bedroom into a vibrant Oz-inspired landscape, or later experiencing the magic of live theatre for the first time through Wicked, her connection to this story has only deepened over time. Directing this production feels like coming full circle—an opportunity to revisit that sense of wonder and pass it on to others.
For LeAnna, theatre represents something equally powerful: access, connection, and community. She believes wholeheartedly that the arts should be available to everyone and that creative expression can bring people together, enrich lives, and inspire growth. This production is part of a larger vision—to continue building opportunities for individuals of all ages to experience the joy and transformative power of the arts, and to strengthen a community where creativity can thrive.
Together, we share a love not only for this story, but for the collaborative process of bringing it to life. Having worked together before, we know the magic that can happen when passion, trust, and creativity intersect. Our goal is to create a space where performers feel supported, audiences feel transported, and everyone involved feels a sense of belonging.
The Wizard of Oz reminds us that courage, heart, and wisdom often already exist within us—and that sometimes the journey itself is what helps us discover them. We are honored to go on this journey with all of you.
Thank you for being part of our Oz.
