Dorothy is back in Kansas and Christmas is only a few days away but she sees her Aunt Em and Uncle Henry aren't very happy. They're losing heart because times are hard and there's not much money for Christmas. Her Aunt and Uncle just seem to have lost the Christmas spirit. Looking for some help from her old friends she Dorothy travels back to Oz to but discovers that they are feeling down as well. Something's wrong both at home and in Oz and Dorothy and Toto quickly discover that the Wicked Witch has stolen the Christmas spirit!
Can Dorothy rescue Christmas and make everyone happy?
Director Laura Byrne-Cristiano thought the show would be a great holiday presentation for the Studio Playhouse's cap off to their regular children's theater program. "It was a kids' show that adults could enjoy too. It's a classic that everyone knows with a new spin," she said.
When asked if fans of the original story will see a new take on this production, she said. "For starters Toto talks!"
"Having a live action talking Toto is priceless. I really enjoy a chase sequence that we have in the castle where Dorothy and friends hide from the witch in a number of hilarious ways, " she said on the one of the shows comic scenes.
"Come on out and have some fun with your kids or grandkids, and get some holiday spirit," she added.
About Studio Players of Montclair
Studio Players is a non-profit theatre company located in Montclair, New Jersey. Since 1937, we have been providing high quality entertainment at an affordable price. Each season delivers a variety of shows ranging from hit plays to original works to musicals and children's plays. With a strong commitment to family entertainment, we are proud to devote half of each season to our popular Magic Trunk series for children. Year after year, these children's shows have been very popular with young and old alike.
Studio Playhouse
14 Alvin Place, Upper Montclair, NJ
December 13, 14, 20, 21
Performances at 1:30 and 3:30 on Saturdays and Sundays.
All tickets are $8.00.
Tickets can be purchased at the box office or online at http://studioplayhouse.org/
Photo courtesy of Laura Byrne Cristiano
