There’s no place like… the theatre. Especially when one of the most classic films of all time is brought to life on stage. You can experience it for yourself this May as The Wizard of Oz comes to the National Theatre. Even better, you have a chance to win a pair of tickets to see it!
“We’re off to see…”
The most magical adventure of them all.
This new production of The Wizard of Oz is an enchanting adaptation of the all-time classic, totally reconceived for the stage. Developed from the ever popular MGM screenplay, this production contains the beloved songs from the Oscar® – winning movie score, all the favorite characters and iconic moments, plus a few surprises along the way, including new songs by Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber.
Click your heels together and join Scarecrow, Tin Man, Lion, Dorothy and her little dog Toto, as they journey through the magical land of Oz to meet the Wizard and obtain their hearts’ desires. Watch out for the Wicked Witch of the West and her winged monkeys as you rediscover the real story of Oz in this fantastic musical treat for the whole family.
The Wizard of Oz is running at National Theatre May 3-15. Tickets start at $48, and you can look for a discount here. Run time is 2 hours, 18 minutes with a 20-minute intermission. The National Theatre is located at 1321 Pennsylvania Avenue NW.
Giveaway: For a chance to win a pair of tickets to The Wizard of Oz Opening Night performance at National Theatre on May 3 at 7:30pm, simply leave a comment telling me your favorite character from the story. To be eligible, you must like KidFriendly DC on Facebook and subscribe to the blog (see sign-up to the left). This giveaway will run through Friday, April 15, then a winner will be drawn at random and notified shortly thereafter. Good luck!
I would LOOOVE to win these. I’ve always loved the Lollipop kids 🙂
I would LOOOVE to win these. I’ve always loved the Lollipop kids 🙂 thanks for the chance!
My favorite characters are the flying monkeys from the witches castle. As a kid I thought they were so cool for some reason.
The tin man–gotta love someone who wants a heart!!
My favorite character is Toto with Dorothy as a close second.
We love toto!!
The Wicked Witch!!
My favorite character has always been Dorothy. I love strong females!
I’d probably have to say the flying monkeys. Is that weird?
toto!
My fav character is Dorothy!! It’s her story about discovering the importance of family. I love her journey.
Dorothy’s magical ruby slippers.
The cowardly lion is my favorite in the story because I can relate to him gaining the courage.
I’ve always been partial to the tin man!
Love Dorothy!
Scarecrow
Dorothy!
The Cowardly Lion!
The lion!
I always loved the good witch and her beautiful dress 🙂
My son’s favorite character is Dorothy. I have always loved the Cowardly Lion,, ❤️
Our favorite character is the cowardly lion, with Toto not far behind.
Cowardly lion
I like the scarecrow.
Tin man!
My favorite character is the Scarecrow! 🙂
Fun giveaway! My favorite character is the Cowardly Lion
Tin man
Definitely Toto! 🙂
Toto! That dog is adorable! My girls are watching the wizard of oz for the first time today and adore it.
Glinda is my favorite.
The Cowardly Lion is my favorite!
Toto
I’ll say Dorothy. She’s sweet and innocent.
My 4 1/2 yr old grandson’s and my favorite character is the wise and wonderful Scarecrow! Kieran is obsessed with the Wizard of Oz!
Glen of course!! Hope we win!!
I meant Glenda!
I love the character of the scaredy lion because I think in some way or another, all of us are scared of doing things in life. We all have our mountains to climb, our struggles to parse through. It is in the perseverance of our problems and the energy we use to combat that which causes us difficulty that ultimately gives us our badge of courage.
My favorite is the Scarecrow.
I love the Glenda, but do have a certain soft heart for the Wicked Witch of the West after seeing Wicked…even though she scared me as a kid!
My heart belongs to the scarecrow!
Glenda the Good Witch!!
I love the scarecrow, strength in humility.
Dorthy and the tin man!
My daughter always plays Dorothy and insists I play a Toto 🙂
Lollipop kids!
The munchkins!
Dorothy and Toto
Cowardly lion
I love the Wizard because first he’s scared and confused. But even though he made bad choices, he changed to do good had show others they were good, too.
I will be an inventor for good things some day!
Tin man!
My Daughter absolutely Loves the good witch!
I’d have to say Dorothy! I’d love to win these tickets!
I love love love the cowardly lion.
The cowardly lion!
I love the Wicked Witch of the West!
We love the scarecrow.
My 6 year old daughter Adel loves Toto and Dorothy! She knows all the songs too 🙂
Glinda…..no brainer. She has the best mode of transportation….who can beat a bubble!
We love the Lion ! But Dorothy is a close 2nd. Would love a chance to win these tickets!
Toto
I loved the flying monkeys and munchkins but to be honest the Cowardly Lion is still my favorite. “Put em up. Put em up”. I still love that.
Tin Man
The Wicked Witch of the West!
I love the scarecrow and would love to win these tickets! Thanks.
I always thought the cowardly lion was a fun idea and character
I love the tin man
Dorothy and Toto are my favorites! 😉
i’ve always loved the scarecrow!
Me and my granddaughter love the scarecrow! Hope you pick us. It will be our first time.
The ruby slippers are the best! Magical shoes rock…and so would tickets to the show for my 6 yr. old! LOVE your blog!
My favorite character Dorthy
The Wicked Witch! Or, as my kids say, “the mean green witch.” You can’t destroy her beautiful wickedness!!!
The Cowardly Lion and the Wizard.
Dorothy!
We love Toto and the cowardly Lion! 🙂
Toto! That dog gets carried in a picnic basket and has it all figured out! 🙂
Me and daughter love Dorothy! (and we’re very excited about this opportunity 🙂
Hi – would love a chance to win. Thanks!
The Tin Man!
My daughter loves Dorothy & Ozma!
The Tin Man
Dorothy is my favorite character!
The tin man, of course!!
Tin Man is the best.
Thank you!
I love ALL of the characters from the Wizard of Oz, but if I have to choose one, I choose the sweet, cowardly lion.
Tin-Man is a fav!