Sand Mountain Reporter

“The Wizard of Oz” by the Snead State Community College Department of Theatre is “The Wizard of Oz” many people remember.

Based on the novel by L. Frank Baum, the musical opens tonight, the first of four performances over the next four days.

Director Johnny Brewer, a talented production crew and a lively orchestra manage to capture the magic of the beloved 1939 film starring Judy Garland.

Holly Scott sparkles as Dorothy, providing the musical with its heart, (no offense Tin Man). Scott seamlessly channels the charm and innocence of the naïve Kansas girl and is cast perfectly as she bears an uncanny resemblance to the image many people have of Dorothy.

AJ Pollard as Scarecrow, Erik Cederholm as Tin Man and, in particular, John Everett Brewer as Cowardly Lion capture the essence of their roles with standout performances.

An utterly convincing Wicked Witch of the West, played by Miriam Richey, may give younger children a bit of a fright, but the musical is filled with the color and joy so vividly brought to life in the film.

Brewer said he hopes the musical impresses the audience and praised the community, the parents and Snead State officials for supporting the effort.

“What I hope for is a ‘Wow’ and that people can go away without realizing two hours and 15 minutes have passed,” he said.

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