‘The Wizard of Oz’ was released in 1939 Iconic film The Wizard of Oz made it’s debut on this day in 1939. The film became a favourite of the queer communities around the world, leading to the code phrase ‘friend of Dorothy’. The adaptation of Frank L Baum’s 1900 novel was a success when it was first […]
After playing to sell-out audiences around the country, the all-new Australian tour of The Wizard of Oz Arena Spectacular will bring to life one of the most beloved fantasy tales of all time at RAC Arena for two massive shows. Harvest Rain CEO and Director, Tim O’Connor says, “This is The Wizard of Oz like […]
Broadway star and newly minted RuPaul’s Drag Race judge Todrick Hall is heading to Australia with his Straight Outta Oz tour this June. The American Idol finalist has put his own twist on The Wonderful Wizard of Oz with over 20 original songs. Hall’s version tells the story of his adventure from small town Texas […]
Broadway star and newly minted RuPaul’s Drag Race judge Todrick Hall is heading to Australia with his Straight Outta Oz tour this June. The American Idol finalist has put his own twist on The Wonderful Wizard of Oz with over 20 original songs. Hall’s version tells the story of his adventure from small town Texas to the glamorous Oz Angeles; […]
The Wizard of Oz’s spiritual companion musical ‘Wicked’ will no longer be performed in North Carolina as composer Stephen Schwartz moves to boycott the state over new anti-LGBT laws. The new law signed by Governor Pat McCrory allows for LGBTIQ people to be fired, refused service or evicted on the basis of their sexual orientation, […]
One of the world’s most popular musicals opens tonight in Perth at the Crown Theatre. ‘Wicked’, known as ‘The Untold Story of the Witches of Oz’ can no longer called itself untold, having been performed in over four continents over its twelve-year history. OUTinPerth took a look behind the scenes of the critically acclaimed production. […]
Jerry Maren, born Gerard Marenghi, is the last surviving actor to have played a munchkin in 1939’s “The Wizard of Oz”. Maren played the green outfitted member of the Lollipop Guild who handed Dorothy Gale (Judy Garland) a lollipop. Maren is also known for his work on “The Gong Show”, “The Odd Couple” and his […]
