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The Wizard of Oz: Young Performers' Edition- presented by RHCR Theatre & Cost Cutters
Rich Heritage of Cedar Rapids Theatre will present "The Wizard of Oz: Young Performers Edition," running July 21-23 and July 28-30, 2017. The show, sponsored by Cost Cutters, will take place at the Village (45 16th Avenue SW, Cedar Rapids). The production will be Stage Directed by Gregga J. Johnn, and children will showcase their talents under the Musical Direction of Stephanie Adams and Choreographer Erin Hodge Thorson.
In this charming musical based on the popular L. Frank Baum stories and the classic Judy Garland film, Dorothy Gale, a young girl living on a Kansas farm with her Aunt Em and Uncle Henry, dreams of escaping her mundane life. The familys mean neighbor, Miss Gulch, threatens to impound Dorothys cherished dog, Toto, so Dorothy and Toto run away. They meet up with Professor Marvel, who subtly convinces Dorothy to return home. Suddenly a cyclone hits, and Dorothy and Toto, seeking shelter in the house, are transported to the Land of Oz.
In Oz, Dorothy is greeted by Glinda, the Good Witch of the North. Apparently, Dorothys house has landed upon and fatally stricken the Wicked Witch of the East. The Munchkins, now freed from the Wicked Witch of the East, celebrate and hail Dorothy as their new heroine. Ding Dong! The Witch Is Dead!"... but the celebration is interrupted as the Wicked Witch of the West suddenly appears, seeking vengeance. Unable to reclaim her sisters shoes (which are now on Dorothys feet), the Witch of the West vows to return and quickly vanishes. Dorothy, seeking a way back home to Kansas, sets off to see the Wizard of Oz by way of a yellow brick road, and meets some remarkable friends along the way.
RHCR's production will include *American Sign Language Enterpreters at the July 28th production. *Special seating is available for the Deaf Community.
RHCR is partnering with Tanager Place for their community outreach portion of this production, to raise awareness about the mental health challenges that face the youth in our community. Tanager Place's mission is to successfully serve children and families challenged by social and psychological needs. There will be information about Tanager Place and how you can help them raise awareness at the show.
Tickets are $15 for Adults, $10 for Children Age 5-18. Children 4 & under are free.
July 21, 22, 28, & 29 will all have 7:30 pm performances.
July 23 and 30 will have 2:00 pm performances. Tickets are available in advance by visiting www.RHCRtheatre.com
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