Pottstown student dance ensemble premieres ‘Land of Oz’ in Norristown

NORRISTOWN — The Pottstown Dance Theatre Repertory Ensemble will perform a brand new work, “Land of Oz” at Theatre Horizon located at 401 DeKalb St., in Norristown.

The shows will take place on Saturday, April 15. at 7 p.m., as well as Sunday, April 16, at 3 p.m. This is an all-dance version of “The Wizard of Oz” that has been adapted for a 21st-century, urban society.  There are metaphorical versions of the beloved characters the Tin Man, the Lion, and the Scarecrow, and fun variations on the classic tunes including Ray Charles singing “Somewhere Over the Rainbow.”

The show is choreographed by international dance artist, Michelle Jones Wurtz.  Ella Mazur and Maddie Lobello will share the role of Dorothy, while Holly Lucas portrays the fun but cranky Wicked Witch of the West.

High school seniors Sofia Bischof and Emma Wenerowicz share the role of the Good Witch and Scarecrow, while Lucy Boone dances as the Lion, and Teagan Lee dances as the Tin Man.  There are munchkins, a flying monkey motorcycle gang, and much more!

Adult tickets are $18 in advance and $22 at the box office. Student and senior tickets are $15 in advance and $18 at the box office.

Tickets are available at Pottstown Dance Theatre (located at 72 W. Main St. in Pottstown), by calling 610-323-2569, on the web at www.pottstowndance.com, or at the box office upon arrival.

Bring the entire family and watch the Wicked Witch disappear on stage.