The Wizard Of Oz (Youth Edition)

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THE WIZARD OF OZ
(YOUTH EDITION)

von L. FRANK BAUM
Musik und Liedtexte von HAROLD ARLEN und E. Y. HARBURG
Zusatzmusik von HERBERT STOTHART

Deutsch von KLAUS EIDAM

Tanz und Gesangsarrangements von PETER HOWARD
Adaptiert von JOHN KANE für die Royal Shakespeare Company
Basierend auf dem MGM Film von Turner Entertainment Co. im Vertrieb von Warner Bros.
Adaption und Begleitmaterial für die Youth Edition entwickelt von iTheatrics unter der Leitung von Timothy Allen McDonald

Photo: 1939 Film Version (© & TM Turner Entertainment Co.)

LIZENZANFRAGE

ANSICHTSMATERIAL

THE WIZARD OF OZ (YOUTH EDITION)
(DER ZAUBERER VON OZ)

BESETZUNG
4 Damen
4 Herren
1 beliebiges Gender
Ensemble
Details siehe unten

SPIELDAUER
60 Minuten

GENRE
Klassiker
Familienshows
Film-Adaption

SPRACHFASSUNGEN
Englisch
Deutsch

DETAILS

ÜBER DAS STÜCK

Dorothy und ihr geliebter Hund Toto werden von einem fürchterlichen Wirbelsturm aus Kansas direkt in das magische, hinter dem Regenbogen gelegene Land Oz getragen. Ihre einzige Möglichkeit wieder nach Hause zu kommen, scheint der große und mächtige Zauberer von Oz zu sein. Auf dem langen Weg zu der Smaragdstadt des Zauberers trifft Dorothy auf Hexen (sowohl gute als auch böse), Munchkins, sprechende Bäume und geflügelte Affen. Aber am wichtigsten ist, dass sie bald drei ungewöhnliche Weggefährten findet: eine Vogelscheuche ohne Hirn, ein Blechmann ohne Herz und ein Löwe ohne Mut. Auch sie hoffen, dass der Zauberer ihren Mangel beheben kann. Ihre gemeinsame Reise zum Glück – und zur Selbsterkenntnis – ist ein leuchtendes Zeugnis für Freundschaft, Verständnis und Hoffnung.

HINTERGRUND

L. Frank Baums generationenübergreifend geliebte Geschichte über die Abenteuer eines jungen Mädchens in einem magischen Land unterhält das Publikum seit über einem Jahrhundert. Die Verfilmung von MGM aus dem Jahr 1939 mit den zeitlosen Liedern von Harold Arlen und E.Y. Harburg sowie der brillanten Instrumentalmusik von Herbert Stothart verhalf dem Roman zu noch größerem Erfolg.

THE WIZARD OF OZ: YOUTH EDITION ist eine circa einstündige Adaption von THE WIZARD OF OZ, die speziell auf junge Darsteller im Schulalter zugeschnitten ist. Für diese YOUTH EDITION existieren vollständig orchestrierte Performance Tracks. Es gibt keine Orchestrierung für eine Live-Begleitung.

PRODUKTIONEN (Auswahl)

RSC-Premiere
1987
Royal Shakespeare Company
London

AWARDS & NOMINIERUNGEN

1940 Academy Award
Best Music, Original Song - "Over the Rainbow" (Auszeichnung)
Best Music, Original Score (Auszeichnung)

MUSIK

MUSIKALISCHE NUMMERN

01
Ouvertüre
Opening

02
Über‘m Regenbogen
Over the Rainbow

03
Schlaraffenland – Teil 1
Munchkinland Musical Sequence (Part 1)

04
Schlaraffenland – Teil 2
Munchkinland Musical Sequence (Part 2)

05
Ihr geht jetzt los zum Zaub‘rer
Yellow Brick Road

06
Hätt ich nur ein bisschen Hirn
If I Only Had a Brain

07
Wir geh’n jetzt los zum Zaub‘rer (Duett)
We’re Off to See the Wizard (Duet)

08
Was mir fehlt, ist nur ein Herz
If I Only Had a Heart

09
Wir geh’n jetzt los zum Zaub‘rer (Terzett)
We’re Off to See the Wizard Trio

10
Hätt‘ ich nur ein bisschen Mut
If I Only Had the Nerve

11
Zitterschnecks
Jitterbug

12
Optimistische Stimmen
Optimistic Voices

13
Das lustige Land von Oz
The Merry Old Land of Oz

14
König des Waldes
If I Were King of the Forest

15
Marsch der Winkies
Winkies March

16
Überm Regenbogen (Reprise)
Reprise: Over the Rainbow

17
Marsch der Winkies (Reprise)
Reprise: Winkies March

18
Ding Dong! Die Hex‘ ist tot
Ding Dong! The Witch is Dead

HÖRBEISPIELE

BESETZUNG

ROLLEN

Dorothy Gale – A sweet, innocent young lady who has a streak of boldness. Seek a young actress who is eager to embrace the challenge of playing such an iconic role. (Range: G3-D#5/opt. Ab5)
Aunt Em – A typical hard-working farmer's wife. Aunt Em sings the reprise of "Over the Rainbow," but this is mainly an acting role. Look for an actress who can be firm and no-nonsense but is also warm and caring. (Range: G3-Bb4)
Uncle Henry – The owner of the farm and Aunt Em's husband. Uncle Henry is a speaking role with only a few lines, so this would be a good part for an up-and-coming actor who may not be ready for a larger role.
Hunk (Scarecrow) – One of three farmhands who offers Dorothy advice about how to deal with Miss Gulch. The same actor that plays Hunk will also play the Scarecrow when in Oz, and the audience should be able to make the connection between the two through body language and speech. Both characters talk about being smart and having a brain. The Scarecrow is also quite clumsy, so this actor will need to have good body control. He does not need to have a strong voice as long as he has good pitch and musical rhythm. (Range: Ab3-E5)
Zeke (Lion) – Another farmhand who talks to Dorothy about her problems, advising her to just "have a little courage." His Oz alter ego, the Lion, is lacking courage. Although he will act tough from time to time, his true fearful self comes out in any scary situation. The actor who plays the lion must have good comedic timing and really enjoy being onstage. This role can successfully be played by either a boy or a girl. Cast someone with a strong character voice who is not afraid to take positive risks. (Range: Ab3-F5)
Hickory (Tin Man) – The third farmhand, and his Oz alter ego is the Tin Man, who lacks a heart. The Tin Man is kind, sweet and nurturing. Seek a young performer who is full of heart, has good control of his body and possesses a pleasant singing voice. (Range: Ab3-D#5)
Miss Gulch (Wicked Witch Of The West) – A well-off neighbor who is cold-hearted and hates Toto for getting into her yard. In Oz, the same actress plays the Wicked Witch of the West, who wants revenge on Dorothy. This is a non-singing role, so look for an actress with a flair for the dramatic and a strong stage presence. As the witch's laugh is a classic element, be sure to cast someone who can handle the cackle with ease.
Toto – Dorothy's beloved dog. When the action takes place in Kansas, Toto can be played by a puppet that is manipulated by an actor. In Oz, Toto should transform into an actor in a dog costume. This person should be energetic with exuberant body language. It is a limited singing role, but this actor must be able to bark with expression. (Range: Ab3-D5)
Professor Marvel (Wizard, Oz's Voice)* – A traveling salesman whose career of the moment is fortune telling. The audience should get the idea that he is a bit of a con man; however, he has a good heart. Similarly, his Oz counterpart, the Wizard, is a con man as well — just an average guy with a fantastic facade. When he is playing the mysterious Oz's Voice, he should sound strong and commanding. This is a speaking-only role, so look for an actor who can convincingly deliver the two different sides to this character. Also, note that his role has a great deal of dialogue to memorize, especially in the final scene in Oz, so cast a performer who is really up to the challenge.
Doorman* – The Doorman of Emerald City is a comical character who tries to be tough but turns into a "softy."
Guard* – Acts similarly to the Doorman, changing from harshness to sympathy upon hearing Dorothy cry.
Glinda– The Good Witch of the North who guides Dorothy in her journey through Oz. She should have a delicate, graceful manner and a lovely voice. (Range: G3-D5)
Munchkins – The little people who live in Munchkindland, the place in Oz where Dorothy's house has landed. The Munchkins have a child-like innocence, and they are full of joy and enthusiasm as they celebrate their newfound freedom. This is a perfect place to cast both beginning and younger actors. (Range: Bb3-F5)
Jitterbugs – A small group of dancers who have been sent by the Wicked Witch to out-dance Dorothy. This is a great place to feature accomplished dancers. (Range: C#4-Eb5, w/ optional A3)
Winged Monkeys – The Wicked Witch's animal army. These are excellent roles for new actors as there are no lines or singing involved. Actors only need to master the posture of a monkey and have a great time doing it. This is a great place to cast the youngest cast members; first, second or even third graders will have a great time as the Monkeys.
Nikko– The leader of the Winged Monkeys who has a small speaking part. If casting very young performers as Winged Monkeys, cast a Nikko who is older and is comfortable leading and guiding the other performers.
Winkie Guards – A group of the Wicked Witch's guards. Their only real requirements are to sing a bit and move in military formation. It is acceptable to cast both girls and boys as Winkies. (Range: B3-G4, w/ optional upper split up to G5)
Leader Of The Winkies – The leader of the Wicked Witch's guards. This role has no solo singing.
The Ozians – The people who live in Emerald City. Like the Munchkins, the Ozians have a few nice features. (Range: Bb3-Eb5)

TORNADO ROLES

Lady in Rocking Chair
Rowboat Man #1
Rowboat Man #2
Cow

FEATURED ROLES IN MUNCHKINLAND

Munchkin #1
Munchkin #2
Mayor of Munchkin City (Range: Bb3-F5)
Barrister (Range: C4-D5)
City Father #1
City Father #2
Coroner (Range: Bb3-D5)
Three Tots (Range: B3-E5)
Three Tough Kids (Range: C4-D5)

JOURNEY TO OZ ROLES

Crows
Apple Tree #1
Apple Tree #2
Apple Tree #3

OZIAN ROLES

Optimistic Voices (Range: 3-part harmonies from D4-G5)
Cat
Oz Woman

ENSEMBLE

Feel free to use the ensemble as the Munchkins, Ozians (including Emerald City Chorus) and Winkies. Try to distribute the features so everyone has time in the spotlight.

*Many directors choose to cast the same actor to play the parts of Professor Marvel, the Doorman, the Guard and the Wizard, in honor of the film. However, feel free to offer these roles to different performers to ensure everyone in the cast has a great role to play.

VOCAL RANGE OCTAVE: For performers with developed voices in the T/B range, assume the above range requirements to be 8va.

INSTRUMENTAL-BESETZUNG

THE WIZARD OF OZ: YOUTH EDITION wird mit vollständig orchestrierten Performance Tracks aufgeführt, die Sie mit Ihrem Aufführungsmaterial erhalten. Es gibt keine Orchestrierung für eine Live-Begleitung.