The Wizard of Oz Tickets
About The Wizard of Oz
See JLS singer Aston Merrygold and RuPaul's Drag Race UK winner, The Vivienne, take the stage at Gillian Lynne Theatre in The Wizard of Oz for 38 shows only. Book The Wizard of Oz tickets on TodayTix.
The Wizard of Oz in London was an immediate smash hit. The musical premiered in 2011 and earned a 2012 Olivier Award nomination. The musical also won WhatsOnStage Awards for Best Musical Revival and Best Supporting Actress in a Musical. Its recent revival at The London Palladium earned two 2023 WhatsOnStage Award nominations.
The musical is based on L. Frank Baum's novel, The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, and the 1939 film, The Wizard of Oz. The show includes hit songs from the film, including Over The Rainbow and Follow The Yellow Brick Road. Through an exciting score and energetic choreography, The Wizard of Oz tells the now-classic story of Dorthy from Kansas, who is transported to the magical land of Oz. Audiences join Dorthy as she seeks to return home by following the yellow brick road to reach The Wizard.
Run time
2hr 20min. Incl. 1 interval
End date
8th September, 2024
Categories
Age
Ages 6+. Children under 4 years of age (including babes in arms) will not be admitted into the auditorium. All persons aged 16 or under must be accompanied by an adult and may not sit on their own within the auditorium.
Venue
Directions
Location: West End
Railway station: King's Cross St Pancras
Bus numbers: (High Holborn) 134, 242; (Kingsway) 1, 59, 68, 91, 168, 171, 188, 243, 521, X68
Night bus numbers: (High Holborn) 242, N68, N207; (Kingsway) 188, 243, N1, N91, N171
Car park: Drury Lane, Parker Street (1min)
Directions from tube: (5mins) Go right on Long Acre; turn left at Drury Lane and you’ll see the theatre 100 metres away on a corner.
More information about The Wizard of Oz
The Wizard of Oz is a musical with an exceptional cast. In addition to Aston Merrygold and The Vivienne, the talented cast also includes Allan Stewart and Alex Bourne, who alternate playing The Wizard; they are reprising their roles from the UK and Ireland tour. Aviva Tulley (The Book of Mormon) is playing Dorthy, Benjamin Yates (Jersey Boys) plays The Scarecrow, Femi Akinfolarin (Moulin Rouge!) plays The Tin Man (at select performances), and Nick Greenshields (Les Miserables) is playing The Cowardly Lion.
The show also has a skilled creative team, including director Nikolai Foster (Billy Elliot The Musical), set designer Colin Richmond (101 Dalmatians), choreographer Shay Barclay (Snow White), and costume and puppet designer Rachael Canning (A Christmas Carol).
"We can’t wait to welcome families to the Gillian Lynne Theatre, where we play for 38 performances only, for a true summer holiday treat. With an extraordinary cast led by Aston Merrygold and The Vivienne, all going over the rainbow are in for a magical time,” said producer Michael Harrison.
What to watch for
- This musical adaptation by Andrew Lloyd Webber is the third musical version of the 1942 film, The Wizard of Oz. The first was performed by St. Louis Municipal Opera in 1942, and the second was performed by the Royal Shakespeare Company in 1987.
- The Wizard of Oz premiered in the West End in 2011, and to cast the role of Dorthy, a reality television show called Over the Rainbow was created. Danielle Hope was the winner and played Dorthy during the show’s original West End run.
- Frank L. Baum published his novel, The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, in 1900. Then, he created a musical comedy based on the book, which opened on Broadway in 1903 and was the longest-running show of the decade.
- While the 1939 version of The Wizard of Oz film is the most well-known, there were other adaptations, including a silent film in 1910.
Frequently asked questions
What is The Wizard of Oz about?
Following its hit season at The London Palladium, The Wizard of Oz returns to the West End for 38 shows only, starring JLS singer Aston Merrygold and RuPaul’s Drag Race UK winner The Vivienne.
What is the running time of The Wizard of Oz?
The Wizard of Oz runs for 2hr 20min. Incl. 1 interval
How do you get tickets for The Wizard of Oz?
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Which theatre is The Wizard of Oz at?
The Wizard of Oz is at London's Gillian Lynne Theatre, which is located at 166 Drury Lane, London, WC2B 5PW.
What is the age recommendation for The Wizard of Oz?
Ages 6+. Children under 4 years of age (including babes in arms) will not be admitted into the auditorium. All persons aged 16 or under must be accompanied by an adult and may not sit on their own within the auditorium.
Who wrote The Wizard of Oz?
L. Frank Baum wrote the original book, and Andrew Lloyd Webber and Jeremy Sams wrote this musical.
Who directed The Wizard of Oz?
Nikolai Foster directs the musical.
What songs are in The Wizard of Oz?
Songs in the musical include Over The Rainbow, Follow The Yellow Brick Road, and We’re Off To See The Wizard.
Is The Wizard of Oz appropriate for kids?
This musical is a great family-friendly show based on L. Frank Baum's classic children's novel. It is recommended for children ages six and above.
Is The Wizard of Oz good?
The Wizard of Oz is a fantastic award-winning musical with a classic story, hit songs, and exciting dance numbers. This four-week-only revival boasts an amazing cast, including JLS singer Aston Merrygold and RuPaul’s Drag Race UK winner The Vivienne.
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