The UMBC Department of Theatre presents….

The Wonderful Wizard of Oz

Adapted by Jacqueline E. Lawton

Directed by Joseph W. Ritsch

April 2 – 12, 2026

UMBC Proscenium Theatre

Life in modern day Baltimore has been a bit boring for Dorothy and her little dog Toto. Until one day, a cyclone swoops in and takes them “over the rainbow” to the wonderful and magical land of Oz. With the Scarecrow, the Tin Man, and the Cowardly Lion, Dorothy sets off on the adventure of a lifetime down the yellow brick road to the Emerald City. These new friends brave witches, flying monkeys, and a Haunted Forest all to meet the Wizard of Oz, who promises to make their dreams come true.

Produced by special arrangement with and all authorized performance materials supplied by WILLIAM MORRIS ENDEAVOR ENTERTAINMENT, LLC.

This event is partially subsidized by the Arts+ Initiative. All ticket sales benefit the UMBC Department of Theatre Scholarship Fund.

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