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Long before Judy Garland famously clicked her heels in MGM’s 1939 classic, "The Wizard of Oz" had already captured the imagination of audiences through a series of earlier productions.
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"Wicked Part 2" will be released on 11/21/25. Learn the story of Oz for the first time or again, before you see the movie!
Join Film Historian Dr. Annette Bochenek for a presentation that explores the rich and often overlooked history of "The Wizard of Oz" before its most iconic film adaptation.
From L. Frank Baum’s original 1900 novel to the groundbreaking 1902 stage musical and the silent film adaptations of the 1910's and 1920's, we’ll examine how this beloved tale evolved through different media and interpretations.
Join us as we uncover the creative choices, cultural contexts, and theatrical innovations that laid the foundation for one of the most enduring stories in American pop culture.
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