The Wizard of Oz (Emerald Cast) by Land of Oz Theatre
in Overland Park, Kansas

Available Roles

• Dorothy Gale Female, 16-25 Young Kansas girl, expressive and strong-willed, in search of something more Very strong singerdancer
• Hunk and Scarecrow Male, 21-65 Plucky and clever in a pinch, even when lacking a brain Strong actor with an honest quality Excellent dancer - light acrobatic skills a bonus
• Hickory and Tin Man Male, 21 - 65 Desperate for a heart A kind-hearted romantic Singing and dance required
• Zeke and Cowardly Lion Male, 21 - 65 A mix of bravado and cowardice Should move well A cuddly actor with excellent comic timing
• Miss Gulch and Wicked Witch of the West Female, Male, 25-65 Character villain with an over-the-top stage presence Excellent comic actress with a killer cackle Non-singing
• Aunt Em and Glinda Female, 25-45 Benevolent and beloved Strong soprano Poppies and bubblegum
• Uncle Henry and Oz Gaurd Male, 25 - 65 Flamboyant and glitzy Strong comic actor and singer with a big stage presence
• Professor Marvel and The Wizard Male, 40-65 Older father figure with an eccentric flair Basic conjuring or sleight of hand a bonus
• Crows Strong singers. Mocking and sarcastic birds who tease the Scarecrow for not having a brain. They provide comic relief with bold personalities and quick wit.
• Trees Strong singers. Grumpy, talking apple trees who don’t like their fruit being picked. They’re loud, dramatic, and funny, offering a chance for big reactions and physical comedy.
• Winkie General Fearsome leader of the Winkies
• Nikko
• Winkies Male
• Flying Monkeys Playful, intelligent, mischievous creatures with monkey-like bodies and bird-like wings
• Munchkins The little people of Munchkinland. Long oppressed, and happy to be freed, the Munchkins will (mostly) be played by children. Group singing and coordinated movement required. Dance experience a plus. There are some featured roles among the munchkins, such as The Coroner, The Lollipop Guild, and The Lullaby League.
• Poppies Female, Male, trained dancers who will be used in several big, Broadway style musical numbers There are solo and small group roles within the Dance Ensemble We are seeking dancers with ballettapjazz training
• Snowflakes rained dancers who will be used in several big, Broadway style musical numbers. There are solo and small group roles within the Dance Ensemble. We are seeking dancers with ballet/tap/jazz training.
• Ozians versatile dancers/singers/character actors who will step into iconic featured parts and fun, fantastical roles. There are roles within the ensemble for strong singers, strong dancers, and strong comic actors, but no one person needs to have all the skills!
• Jitterbug Jazz Dancers trained dancers who will be used in several big, Broadway style musical numbers. There are solo and small group roles within the Dance Ensemble. We are seeking dancers with ballet/tap/jazz training.
• Jitterbug Tap Dancers rained dancers who will be used in several big, Broadway style musical numbers. There are solo and small group roles within the Dance Ensemble. We are seeking dancers with ballet/tap/jazz training.
• Cyclone Dancers Female, Male,
• Munchkin Backstage Singers Female, Male,
• Poppy Backstage Singers Female, Male,
• Jitterbug Backstage Singers Female, Male,
• Oz Backstage Singers Female, Male,