Friday May 15th and Saturday May 116h, members of Kent Schools class of 2026 will perform The Wizard of Oz, Youth Edition. From the Concord Theatricals website, “Frank L. Baum’s classic and beloved story of a young girl’s adventure in a magical land has been entertaining audiences for over a century. MGM’s blockbuster 1939 film adaptation, featuring the timeless songs of Harold Arlen and E.Y. Harburg, along with the brilliant instrumental music of Herbert Stothart, elevated the popular novel to even greater heights. This stage adaptation, featuring the characters and celebrated songs from the film, brings the wondrous Land of Oz to life in a jubilant theatrical experience.”
It continues, “Join Dorothy and her loyal companion Toto as they “Follow the Yellow Brick Road” through the Land of Oz, determined to reach the Emerald City, where the great and powerful Wizard of Oz will help them get home. Of course, along the way, Dorothy encounters witches (both good and bad), Munchkins, talking trees and winged monkeys. But most importantly, she befriends three unique characters: a Scarecrow with no brain, a Tin Man with no heart, and a Lion with no “nerve.” Their journey to happiness – and self-awareness – is a glowing testament to friendship, understanding and hope in a world filled with both beauty and ugliness.”
Show director, Bonnie Williams said, “The class looks forward to embracing their parts through song and dance as they act alongside one another for the first time. The sets are coming to life, thanks to the students’ creations. I think it will be a magical show.” Musical Director Matthew Wirtz is confident the students will shine. “Their hard work will show on the stage when they perform in front of an audience. I am proud of what the students have accomplished.”
The performances are open to the public and admission is free. We encourage you to join us.
The cast list in alphabetical order for Kent School’s production of The Wizard of Oz, Youth Edition
Lula Bramble- Cow, Barrister, Cat, Jitterbug, Oz Fountain
Viviana Fevola- City Mother, Jitterbug, Ozian, Winkie Guard
Olive Fleetwood- Cowardly Lion/Zeke, Munchkin
Charlie Fry- Tough Guy, Crow, Apple Tree, Ozian, Winged Monkey
Carrington Gerstmyer- Lullaby League, Jitterbug, Winkie Guard, Ozian
Charlie Grant- Uncle Henry, Crow, Winged Monkey
Marian Hogans- Lullaby League, Jitterbug, Ozian, Winkie Guard
Cam Hubbert- The Wizard of Oz/Professor Marvel
Miles Hubbert- Apple Tree, Crow, Winged Monkey, Ozian
Ando Kaiser- Tough Guy, Crow, Ozian, Winged Monkey
Mary Kate Obrecht- Glinda, Jitterbug, Ozian
Hagen Reed- Scarecrow/Hunk
Priya Shajwani- Tin Man/Hickory, Munchkin
Sai Shajwani- Mayor of Munchkin City, Ozian, Leader of the Winkie Guards
Cecilia Smith- Coroner, Jitterbug, Winkie Guard, Ozian
Emery Snead- Auntie Em, Jitterbug, Ozian
Harrison Snead- Toto
Lucy Spero- Wicked Witch/Ms. Gulch
Quinn Tyer- Apple Tree, Cat, Nikko
Claire Williams- Dorothy Gale
Serving children from Preschool through Grade Eight on its riverside campus, Kent School prepares students for active citizenship through joyful and rigorous academics, arts, and athletics in an inclusive community that fosters moral excellence.
For more information visit www.kentschool.org or call 410-778-4100 ext. 110.
