The Marvelous Land of Oz (musical)
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The Marvelous Land of Oz is a musical play by Thomas W. Olson (book), Gary Briggle (lyrics), and Richard Dworsky (music), based on the novel by L. Frank Baum. Briggle originated the role of the Scarecrow in the original production, directed by John Cark Donahue at The Children's Theatre Company and School of Minneapolis.
The production was filmed (videotaped) for television under the direction of John Driver, the first of six such productions with Television Theatre Company and the only one to be strictly bound to the theatre. The overture in the film depicts the cast and crew getting ready for the performance, while the other five films had openings that were shot on location or in studios.
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[edit] Adaptation
The adaptaion remains very faithful to the novel. Some more elaborate moments, such as the Jackdaw's Nest are eliminated for the sake of time and stageability. In addition, the role of Jellia Jamb is expanded to give the story a greater female presence. In the original/film General Jinjur, contrary to the novel, appears dressed in red, despite being from the Munchkin Country, and none of the soldiers have green tops as in the novel. An added character is Colonel Cardomon]] as Jinjur's second in command. Mombi's visits to Dr. Nikidik are also depicted onstage.
[edit] Songs
- "Mombi's Brew"
- "All Alone"
- "I'm Your Son"
- "Women in Revolt"
- "Another Perfect Morning"
- "The Good Ol' Days"
- "Look to Your Own Heart"
[edit] Original cast
- Wendy Lehr: Mombi
- Christopher Passi: Tip/Ozma
- Carl Beck: Jack Pumpkinhead
- Gary Briggle: Scarecrow
- Stephen Boe: Tin Woodman
- Rana Haugen: Jellia Jamb
- Julee Cruise: Gen. Jinjur
- Steve Huke: Guardian of the Gates
- Kathleen Wegner: Glinda
- Tom Dunn: Prof. H.M. Wogglebug, T.E.
- Garth Schumacher: Dr. Nikidik
- Suzanne Petri: Col. Cardamon
- Oliver Osterberg: Soldier of Oz (Omby Amby)
- James McNee: Voices of Sawhorse & Mouse Queen
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