The Wizard of Oz
The Wizard of Oz
by L. Frank Baum
With music and lyrics by Harold Arlen and E.Y. Harburg
Background music by Herbert Stothart
Dance and vocal arrangements by Peter Howard
Orchestration by Larry Wilcox
Adapted by John Kane for The Royal Shakespeare Company
Based upon the classic motion picture owned by Turner Entertainment Co. and distributed in all media by Warner Bros.
Performances
Location: Humanities Theatre (200 University Ave W, Waterloo)
Dates:
- Thursday, November 27: Student Matinee
- Thursday, November 27: 7:30pm
- Friday, November 28: 7:30 pm
- Saturday, November 29: 1:30 pm
- Saturday, November 29: 7:30 pm
- Sunday, November 30: 1:30 pm
Student Matinee Details
UPDATE: Our student matinee is now sold out!
Classes can attend at a special discounted rate of $16 (ticket) + $1.00 (fees) + $2.08 HST per student (regular performances start at $45+). We are also pleased to offer complimentary teacher/chaperone tickets (1:15 ratio), making this an easy-to-plan and unforgettable field trip opportunity for all.
Thursday, November 27th, 2025 at 10:30 AM – SOLD OUT
Recommended for ages 5 and up
Theatre Information
Address
Hagey Hall, Humanities Theatre, 200 University Avenue West, Waterloo, ON, Canada N2L 3G1
Parking and Transit
Suggested parking lots for visitors of the Theatres at UWaterloo are Lot C and Lot H.
- Lot C – Visitors
- Pay and Display
- $7.25 per day.
- Payment by AMP mobile pay app.
- Located at the intersection of University Avenue West and Seagram Drive. Access from Seagram Drive.
The ION conveniently has a stop at the University of Waterloo, within walking distance of the Humanities Theatre
Show Synopsis
A New Vision for a New Generation
Based on the classic 1939 film and adapted by the Royal Shakespeare Company, The Wizard of Oz remains one of the most beloved musicals of all time—featuring all the unforgettable songs, characters, and moments that have enchanted audiences for generations.
When young Dorothy Gale is swept from the Kansas prairie by a powerful tornado, she lands in the fantastical land of Oz—a world filled with magic, colour, and unexpected danger. Guided by Glinda the Good Witch and joined by a heart-seeking Tinman, a brainless Scarecrow, and a timid Lion, Dorothy embarks on a journey down the Yellow Brick Road in search of the mighty Wizard who can send her home. But the Wicked Witch of the West is never far behind…
KWMP’s production reimagines this timeless tale for a new generation — drawing from the heart of the original while infusing it with a bold, theatrical new vision. Expect the characters you love, the music you remember, and a few surprises that will ignite your imagination.
This is Oz like you’ve never seen it before — joyful, moving, and full of wonder. Join us as we rediscover a world where courage, heart, and friendship light the way… and there’s truly no place like home.
Creative Team
Director: Paul Dunn
Music Director: Michael Brown
Choreographer: Viktoria Meakins
Cast
| Dorothy Gale | Ruth Guerra |
| Hunk / Scarecrow | Brendan Stehouwer |
| Hickory / Tinman | Tristan Pilcher |
| Zeke / Lion | Chad Spaulding |
| Aunt Em / Glinda | Joanna Guistini |
| Uncle Henry / Guard | Ian Steele |
| Ms. Gulch / Wicked Witch | Andrea Wingelaar |
| Professor Marvel / Wizard | Dan Petker |
Munchkins |
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| Posey Angle | Veronika Bobok |
| Wesley Boterman | Poppy Butchart-Ray |
| Haylen Fairfax | Wyatt Foerster |
| Isla Laing | Georgia Nojd |
| Josephine Nojd | Millie Purkis |
| Patrick Qiao | Isla Roser |
| Nicky Viola | |
Ensemble |
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| Simon Anthony | Jessica Blondin |
| Charlie Brohman | Amie Debrone |
| Matthew Dudziak | Sarah Erdman |
| Isla Hagerman | Laura Hole |
| Jennifer Howard | Bob Lee |
| Chloée Legault | Kate Markwart |
| Elizabeth Munz | Helayna Panagos |
| Emery Peace | Jake Redekopp |
| Jennifer Spaulding | Sierra Spaulding |
| Adam Steblin | |