The Wizard of Oz Comes to Endicott College

Beverly, MA - The Mainstage Production of Endicott College is off to see the wizard.

The Wizard of Oz will be held in the Rose Performance Hall of the Walter J. Manninen Center for the Arts at Endicott College, 376 Hale Street in Beverly on Wednesday, April 6 through Saturday, 9, 2016 at the following times: Wednesday, April 6 at 7:00 PM (Special Sneak Preview), Thursday April 7, Friday, April 8, and Saturday, April 9 at 7:30 PM, and a 2:00 PM matinee performance on Saturday, April 9, 2016. Ticket prices are $15 for general admission, $5 for seniors and students of other institutions, and free for EC ID holders. They can be purchased at tickets.endicott.edu or by calling (978) 998-7700.

Endicott’s production of The Wizard of Oz examines this classic in a new way, while telling the familiar story with its universal themes. This new telling of the iconic tale features the beloved music of Harold Arlen and E.Y. Harburg, and book by John Kane (based on the film). You will dance in your seat while re-visiting the quest theme for today's world. Conceptualized by the Endicott Community with Artistic Directors Penny Hansen and Becca Kenneally, the show will have art, sets, costumes, props and sound designed by staff, faculty and students.

“The fun we have had working together on this project will be contagious,” Kenneally said. “Kids of all ages will relate to this show that is totally classic while giving a wink to some of today’s challenges as we navigate life’s journey.”

Photo courtesy of Endicott College: L-R Eric Owens as the Tinman, Alyssa Chamberlain as Dorothy (double-cast role), Lauren Ecker as Dorothy (double-cast role), Miles Davis as the Lion, and Hailey Cook as Toto. Not pictured: Amy Kirsch as Scarecrow.​