‘The Wizard of Oz’ to open at London Palladium in summer 2023
Follow the yellow brick road to the West End.
There’s no place like the West End, especially with the The Wizard of Oz in town. The Wizard of Oz begins previews at the London Palladium on 23 June, ahead of an opening night on 6 July, and performances to 3 September.
The Wizard of Oz follows Dorothy and Toto as they are swept from Kansas to the fantasy land. In Oz, Dorothy meets a tin man, a lion, and a scarecrow and the quartet journey down the yellow brick road in the hopes of Dorothy going back home.
“The London Palladium is the home of the summer blockbuster musical, and there really will be no place like the Palladium for Dorothy, Toto, Scarecrow, Tin Man and Lion, as they embark on their journey down the Yellow Brick Road” said producer Michael Harrison.
The Wizard of Oz features music from the 1939 Judy Garland film, including “Over The Rainbow” and “We’re Off to See the Wizard.” There’s also additional songs by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice, including "Bring Me the Broomstick". Find out more about Andrew Lloyd Webber musicals.
Nikolai Foster directs The Wizard Of Oz, with choreography by Shay Barclay, set design by Colin Richmond, costume and puppet design by Rachael Canning, lighting design by Ben Cracknell, sound design by Adam Fisher, projecction design by Douglas O’Connell, creative consultancy by Mark Kaufman, musical direction and supervision by George Dyer, and magic consultancy by Scott Penrose.
The production is currently at Leicester's Curve Theatre. Casting for the London production will be announced at a later date. The Leicester cast includes Christina Bianco as Glinda, and Georgina Onourah as Dorothy.
When is The Wizard of Oz in London?
The Wizard of Oz is at the London Palladium in summer 2023. Performances begin on 23 June, and the opening night is on 9 July. Performances will take place throughout summer 2023.
The Wizard of Oz is at the London Palladium.
Photo credit: The Wizard of Oz at Leicester Curve (Photo courtesy of production)
Frequently asked questions
What is The Wizard of Oz about?
After a hit run at The London Palladium, The Wizard of Oz returns to the West End for 38 performances only, starring JLS singer Aston Merrygold as The Tin Man and RuPaul’s Drag Race UK winner, The Vivienne, as The Wicked Witch of the West.
How long is The Wizard of Oz?
The running time of The Wizard of Oz is 2hr 20min. Incl. 1 interval
Where is The Wizard of Oz playing?
The Wizard of Oz is playing at Gillian Lynne Theatre. The theatre is located at 166 Drury Lane, London, WC2B 5PW.
How do you book tickets for The Wizard of Oz?
Book tickets for The Wizard of Oz on London Theatre.
What's the age requirement for The Wizard of Oz?
The recommended age for The Wizard of Oz is 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?
Andrew Lloyd Webber and Jeremy Sams wrote the musical, the original book is by L. Frank Baum.
Who directed The Wizard of Oz?
Nikolai Foster stages the show.
What songs are in The Wizard of Oz?
The musical features songs from the Oscar-winning film, including We’re Off To See The Wizard, and Over The Rainbow.
Is The Wizard of Oz appropriate for kids?
The Wizard of Oz is a show that is fun for the whole family. The musical is best for children ages six and above, and those under four will not be permitted in the venue.
Is The Wizard of Oz good?
The Wizard of Oz is a fantastic musical based on L. Frank Baum's beloved classic book, The Wonderful Wizard of Oz. This musical has earned numerous award nominations and boasts a talented creative team and an exceptional cast, including JLS singer Aston Merrygold and RuPaul's Drag Race UK winner The Vivienne.
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