SPECIAL THANKS TO
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Dorothy Gale..........Sofya Zavala
Glinda.........Hosannah Scott
Wicked Witch of the West.........Tabitha Rilk
The Scarecrow..........Bailee Mansanerez
The Tin Man..........Clarity Scott
The Cowardly Lion.........Azalea Ramirez
The Wizard/Poppy Princess..........Paisley Deherrera
The Wizards Assistant/Poppy Princess.........Ashley Quintero
Nikko the Flying Monkey/Snow Queen..........Gemma Klc
Mayor of Munckhin Land/Royal Guard.........Sophia Quirante (due to illness will be played by Kirsten Tucker and Sophia Rolfs
Munchkins: Sonya Andrasko, Josie Barnes, Lily Barnes, Alice Hyde, and Gavin Rilk
Poppies: Sonya Andrasko, Nora Koeven, Freya Laurel, and Elena Macias
Uncle Henry: Aidan Bute
Auntie Em: Breanne Burby
Glinda.........Hosannah Scott
Wicked Witch of the West.........Tabitha Rilk
The Scarecrow..........Bailee Mansanerez
The Tin Man..........Clarity Scott
The Cowardly Lion.........Azalea Ramirez
The Wizard/Poppy Princess..........Paisley Deherrera
The Wizards Assistant/Poppy Princess.........Ashley Quintero
Nikko the Flying Monkey/Snow Queen..........Gemma Klc
Mayor of Munckhin Land/Royal Guard.........Sophia Quirante (due to illness will be played by Kirsten Tucker and Sophia Rolfs
Munchkins: Sonya Andrasko, Josie Barnes, Lily Barnes, Alice Hyde, and Gavin Rilk
Poppies: Sonya Andrasko, Nora Koeven, Freya Laurel, and Elena Macias
Uncle Henry: Aidan Bute
Auntie Em: Breanne Burby
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Season: August 11, 2025-June 18, 2026
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Season: August 11, 2025-June 18, 2026
WEBB DANCE ACADEMY PRESENTS
THE WONDERFUL WIZARD OF OZ
Story based on Frank Baum's " The Wonderful Wizard of Oz"
Created and Directed by: Kirsten Tucker and Sophia Rolfs
Choreography by: Kirsten Tucker, Sophia Rolfs, and Aubrey Wright
Music: Herbert Stothart, The Piano Guys, RSC Orchestra, 92 Keys, Trevor Loucks, Kim Sung Hwan, Frederic Sans, Michael Jackson, David Garrett, Ivan Kojouharov, Bulgarian Symphony Orchestra, Alexandra Desplat, Eddie van der Meer, Casper Esmann, Gold-Tiger, The Tokens, 2Cellos, Lauri Letti, Stephan Koncz, Niklas Liepe, NDR Radiophilharmonie, Jamie Phillips, Peter Bence, Stephen Barton, John Anthony White, Phoenix Music, Ramin Djwadi, Francis Wells, Benny Martin, The Wong Janice, and Vitamin String Quartet
Academy Director: Kirsten Tucker
Executive Artistic Director: Serena Webb
Lighting Designer: Glenn Linder
Stage Manager: Brian Tucker
Photography: Karyn Andrasko Photography
Seamstress: Cherie Duggar
Special Thank You To: Breanne Burby and Aidan Bute
*No flash photography for the safety of our dancers
Created and Directed by: Kirsten Tucker and Sophia Rolfs
Choreography by: Kirsten Tucker, Sophia Rolfs, and Aubrey Wright
Music: Herbert Stothart, The Piano Guys, RSC Orchestra, 92 Keys, Trevor Loucks, Kim Sung Hwan, Frederic Sans, Michael Jackson, David Garrett, Ivan Kojouharov, Bulgarian Symphony Orchestra, Alexandra Desplat, Eddie van der Meer, Casper Esmann, Gold-Tiger, The Tokens, 2Cellos, Lauri Letti, Stephan Koncz, Niklas Liepe, NDR Radiophilharmonie, Jamie Phillips, Peter Bence, Stephen Barton, John Anthony White, Phoenix Music, Ramin Djwadi, Francis Wells, Benny Martin, The Wong Janice, and Vitamin String Quartet
Academy Director: Kirsten Tucker
Executive Artistic Director: Serena Webb
Lighting Designer: Glenn Linder
Stage Manager: Brian Tucker
Photography: Karyn Andrasko Photography
Seamstress: Cherie Duggar
Special Thank You To: Breanne Burby and Aidan Bute
*No flash photography for the safety of our dancers
program
Pre-Show
YAGP Solos
Some of our dancers are getting performance practice before the YAGP competition in March. Youth America Grand Prix (YAGP) is a non-profit international youth ballet and contemporary dance competition and scholarship program established in 1999. They are also selling bracelets, necklaces etc to raise money to be able to participate. Please donate! We will have tables set up outside the theater doors. Donate button available at the bottom of program.
1. Tabitha Rilk
Contemporary Solo
Music: Linkin Park
*For my Uncle Chris
2. Azalea Ramirez
Ballet Variation from "Paquita"
Music: Ludwig Minkus, Anna Takova-Baynova, Valentina Raicheva, Sofia National Opera Orchestra, and Boris Spassov
3. Hosannah Scott
Ballet Variation from "Coppelia"
Music: Leo Delibes, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, and Richard Bonynge
4. Sofya Zavala
Ballet Variation from "Esmeralda"
Music: C. Pugni and Tonality Feel
10 Minute Intermission
Act 1
Scene 1
It’s a bright morning on Uncle Henry and Aunt Em’s farm in Kansas.
Dorothy and Uncle Henry playfully avoid their chores, enjoying a rare moment of fun—until Dorothy’s dog, Toto, begins barking in alarm. A tornado is fast approaching. The three scramble for shelter, but Dorothy is swept into the house just as the winds hit. She’s knocked unconscious.
When she wakes, nothing is the same.
Caught in a swirling dream—or perhaps something more—Dorothy encounters a peculiar cast of characters: a lovable Scarecrow in search of a brain, a kind-hearted Tinman longing for a heart, and a timid Lion desperate for courage. And haunting the skies above them, a wicked witch circles in the storm...
Scene 2
After being swept away by a powerful twister, Dorothy finds herself in the magical Land of Oz.
There, she is greeted by the joyous Munchkins and Glinda, the Good Witch of the North. Dorothy's house has landed on—and unintentionally killed—the Wicked Witch of the East, freeing the Munchkins from her cruel rule.
As the Munchkins celebrate their newfound freedom, the Wicked Witch of the West suddenly appears. She has come to claim her sister’s magical ruby slippers and seek revenge. But in an instant, the slippers vanish from sight—only to reappear on Dorothy’s feet, placed there by Glinda’s magic, much to the Witch’s fury.
Dorothy longs to return home to Kansas. Glinda tells her that only the great and powerful Wizard of Oz might help her. With hope in her heart, Dorothy begins her journey down the Yellow Brick Road toward the Emerald City, where her adventure truly begins.
Scene 3
As Dorothy begins her journey along the Yellow Brick Road, she comes to a fork and wonders which way to go.
Just then, a Scarecrow perched in a nearby cornfield suddenly speaks, pointing her in a direction. Startled, Dorothy thanks him—and realizes, with amazement, that he can talk!
The Scarecrow introduces himself and shares his story: though he’s stuffed with straw, he’s always wished for a brain so he could think and make decisions. Moved by his wish, Dorothy invites him to join her on the road to the Emerald City to ask the Wizard for help. Eager and hopeful, the Scarecrow agrees, and the two new friends set off together toward adventure.
Scene 4
As Dorothy and the Scarecrow continue down the Yellow Brick Road, they come upon a man made entirely of tin, frozen still beside the path.
At first, he can’t speak or move—but with the help of an oil can, they loosen his joints, and he springs to life. Grateful, the Tin Man thanks them and tells his story: though he was once a regular man, his body was replaced piece by piece with tin, and now he longs for the one thing he believes he’s missing—a heart.
Dorothy and the Scarecrow ask if he’d like to join them on their way to see the Wizard of Oz. With hope that the Wizard might grant his wish, the Tin Man gladly agrees. And so, the trio continues on—each step bringing them closer to the Emerald City and the answers they seek.
Scene 5
As Dorothy, the Scarecrow, and the Tin Man make their way through a dark and tangled forest, a huge lion suddenly leaps out from the bushes, roaring to frighten them.
The Scarecrow stumbles, the Tin Man wobbles, but Dorothy stands her ground—and, in a burst of bravery, scolds the Lion and gives him a sharp slap. To everyone’s surprise, the fierce beast bursts into tears.
Through sniffles and sobs, the Lion admits that he only pretends to be brave. In truth, he feels like a coward and has always wished for real courage.
Hearing his story, Dorothy and her companions invite him to join them on their journey to see the Wizard of Oz. Maybe, just maybe, the Wizard can give him the courage he’s been searching for. With a hopeful heart, the Lion agrees, and the four friends continue their adventure together—united by their dreams.
Scene 6
In a sinister corner of Oz, the Wicked Witch of the West hatches a new plan.
With her fearsome Captain of the Guard by her side, she casts a powerful sleeping spell over a vast field of poppies. Her hope: to lure Dorothy into the flowers and take the ruby slippers while she sleeps.
Unaware of the danger, Dorothy, the Scarecrow, the Tin Man, and the Lion enter the poppy field, marveling at its stunning beauty. But before long, Dorothy and the Lion grow drowsy—then dizzy—until they collapse into a deep, enchanted sleep.
The Scarecrow panics. He and the Tin Man try to rouse their friends, but nothing works. Realizing they’re trapped by a magical curse, they make a desperate decision—to find Glinda, the Good Witch, and ask for help.
All around them, the poppies sway and dance, holding Dorothy and the Lion captive under the Witch’s spell.
Just in time, Glinda appears. Seeing what has happened, she calls upon the Snow Queen, whose icy magic breaks the spell. A gentle snowfall descends, washing away the curse and waking Dorothy and the Lion.
Grateful and revived, the friends continue their journey—closer than ever to the Emerald City and the mysterious Wizard who might make all their dreams come true.
10 Minute Intermission
Act 2
Scene 1
Dorothy and her friends arrive at the gates of the Emerald City and ring the bell.
The Wizard’s assistant tells them to go away—until she sees the ruby slippers on Dorothy’s feet. Suddenly, they’re welcomed in and given a quick tour of the sparkling green city. The group begs to see the Wizard. After some hesitation, the assistant agrees and leads them to him, their hopes rising with every step.
The Wizard’s assistant leads the group to his grand chamber.
Inside, they’re met with a terrifying sight—a giant floating head and a booming voice echoing through the room. The Wizard speaks with authority and mystery. He agrees to help them—but only if they bring him the broomstick of the Wicked Witch of the West. With no other choice, the four friends set off on their most dangerous mission yet.
Scene 2
From the shadows, a winged monkey watches.
It’s Nikko, the leader of the Wicked Witch’s flying monkeys and her most loyal servant. He spies on Dorothy and her friends, listening carefully.
Without delay, he flies back to the Witch’s castle to deliver the news. "They are after your broomstick!"
Scene 3
At the Witch’s castle, the Wicked Witch and Nikko lie in wait, using her broomstick as bait.
As Dorothy and her friends sneak in, Dorothy insists on going alone. The others protest, but the Captain of the Guard blocks their path. Inside, Dorothy spots the broom—but it’s a trap. Nikko captures her and brings her to the Witch.
The others finally burst in, fighting their way to reach her. Meanwhile, the Witch demands that Dorothy take off the ruby slippers. Dorothy refuses.
Just as her friends reach the room, Dorothy grabs a bucket of water and throws it on the Witch—who melts away in shock and fury.
Nikko rejoices, free at last, and the Captain of the Guard gratefully hands them the broomstick. The Wicked Witch is no more.
Scene 4
Dorothy and her friends return to the Emerald City and present the Wizard with the Witch’s broomstick.
To their shock, he tells them to come back tomorrow—he won’t help them today. Frustrated, they begin shouting, recounting all they endured. Suddenly, the Lion notices something odd and pulls back a curtain, revealing the truth: the mighty Wizard is just an ordinary man.
Ashamed, the Wizard introduces himself and explains his story. Though he can’t grant real magic, he gives each of them a symbolic gift: a diploma for the Scarecrow, who’s always been wise; a heart-shaped clock for the Tin Man, who’s always been full of love; and a medal of courage for the Lion, who has shown bravery all along.
But when it comes to Dorothy, the Wizard sadly admits—he doesn’t know how to help her.
Just then, Glinda the Good Witch arrives. She gently tells Dorothy the truth: she’s had the power to go home all along, right in her ruby slippers. All she had to do was believe in herself.
With a heavy heart, Dorothy says goodbye to her friends. She closes her eyes, clicks her heels three times, and whispers, "There’s no place like home."
As Glinda waves her wand, everything begins to swirl—and Dorothy disappears, heading home at last.
Scene 5
Dorothy wakes up back in Kansas, safe in her bed, with Uncle Henry and Aunt Em by her side.
She tells them all about her incredible journey to the Land of Oz—but they smile gently, unsure if it was real or just a dream.
Dorothy looks around, takes Toto in her arms, and says with a smile,
“There’s no place like home."
YAGP Solos
Some of our dancers are getting performance practice before the YAGP competition in March. Youth America Grand Prix (YAGP) is a non-profit international youth ballet and contemporary dance competition and scholarship program established in 1999. They are also selling bracelets, necklaces etc to raise money to be able to participate. Please donate! We will have tables set up outside the theater doors. Donate button available at the bottom of program.
1. Tabitha Rilk
Contemporary Solo
Music: Linkin Park
*For my Uncle Chris
2. Azalea Ramirez
Ballet Variation from "Paquita"
Music: Ludwig Minkus, Anna Takova-Baynova, Valentina Raicheva, Sofia National Opera Orchestra, and Boris Spassov
3. Hosannah Scott
Ballet Variation from "Coppelia"
Music: Leo Delibes, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, and Richard Bonynge
4. Sofya Zavala
Ballet Variation from "Esmeralda"
Music: C. Pugni and Tonality Feel
10 Minute Intermission
Act 1
Scene 1
It’s a bright morning on Uncle Henry and Aunt Em’s farm in Kansas.
Dorothy and Uncle Henry playfully avoid their chores, enjoying a rare moment of fun—until Dorothy’s dog, Toto, begins barking in alarm. A tornado is fast approaching. The three scramble for shelter, but Dorothy is swept into the house just as the winds hit. She’s knocked unconscious.
When she wakes, nothing is the same.
Caught in a swirling dream—or perhaps something more—Dorothy encounters a peculiar cast of characters: a lovable Scarecrow in search of a brain, a kind-hearted Tinman longing for a heart, and a timid Lion desperate for courage. And haunting the skies above them, a wicked witch circles in the storm...
Scene 2
After being swept away by a powerful twister, Dorothy finds herself in the magical Land of Oz.
There, she is greeted by the joyous Munchkins and Glinda, the Good Witch of the North. Dorothy's house has landed on—and unintentionally killed—the Wicked Witch of the East, freeing the Munchkins from her cruel rule.
As the Munchkins celebrate their newfound freedom, the Wicked Witch of the West suddenly appears. She has come to claim her sister’s magical ruby slippers and seek revenge. But in an instant, the slippers vanish from sight—only to reappear on Dorothy’s feet, placed there by Glinda’s magic, much to the Witch’s fury.
Dorothy longs to return home to Kansas. Glinda tells her that only the great and powerful Wizard of Oz might help her. With hope in her heart, Dorothy begins her journey down the Yellow Brick Road toward the Emerald City, where her adventure truly begins.
Scene 3
As Dorothy begins her journey along the Yellow Brick Road, she comes to a fork and wonders which way to go.
Just then, a Scarecrow perched in a nearby cornfield suddenly speaks, pointing her in a direction. Startled, Dorothy thanks him—and realizes, with amazement, that he can talk!
The Scarecrow introduces himself and shares his story: though he’s stuffed with straw, he’s always wished for a brain so he could think and make decisions. Moved by his wish, Dorothy invites him to join her on the road to the Emerald City to ask the Wizard for help. Eager and hopeful, the Scarecrow agrees, and the two new friends set off together toward adventure.
Scene 4
As Dorothy and the Scarecrow continue down the Yellow Brick Road, they come upon a man made entirely of tin, frozen still beside the path.
At first, he can’t speak or move—but with the help of an oil can, they loosen his joints, and he springs to life. Grateful, the Tin Man thanks them and tells his story: though he was once a regular man, his body was replaced piece by piece with tin, and now he longs for the one thing he believes he’s missing—a heart.
Dorothy and the Scarecrow ask if he’d like to join them on their way to see the Wizard of Oz. With hope that the Wizard might grant his wish, the Tin Man gladly agrees. And so, the trio continues on—each step bringing them closer to the Emerald City and the answers they seek.
Scene 5
As Dorothy, the Scarecrow, and the Tin Man make their way through a dark and tangled forest, a huge lion suddenly leaps out from the bushes, roaring to frighten them.
The Scarecrow stumbles, the Tin Man wobbles, but Dorothy stands her ground—and, in a burst of bravery, scolds the Lion and gives him a sharp slap. To everyone’s surprise, the fierce beast bursts into tears.
Through sniffles and sobs, the Lion admits that he only pretends to be brave. In truth, he feels like a coward and has always wished for real courage.
Hearing his story, Dorothy and her companions invite him to join them on their journey to see the Wizard of Oz. Maybe, just maybe, the Wizard can give him the courage he’s been searching for. With a hopeful heart, the Lion agrees, and the four friends continue their adventure together—united by their dreams.
Scene 6
In a sinister corner of Oz, the Wicked Witch of the West hatches a new plan.
With her fearsome Captain of the Guard by her side, she casts a powerful sleeping spell over a vast field of poppies. Her hope: to lure Dorothy into the flowers and take the ruby slippers while she sleeps.
Unaware of the danger, Dorothy, the Scarecrow, the Tin Man, and the Lion enter the poppy field, marveling at its stunning beauty. But before long, Dorothy and the Lion grow drowsy—then dizzy—until they collapse into a deep, enchanted sleep.
The Scarecrow panics. He and the Tin Man try to rouse their friends, but nothing works. Realizing they’re trapped by a magical curse, they make a desperate decision—to find Glinda, the Good Witch, and ask for help.
All around them, the poppies sway and dance, holding Dorothy and the Lion captive under the Witch’s spell.
Just in time, Glinda appears. Seeing what has happened, she calls upon the Snow Queen, whose icy magic breaks the spell. A gentle snowfall descends, washing away the curse and waking Dorothy and the Lion.
Grateful and revived, the friends continue their journey—closer than ever to the Emerald City and the mysterious Wizard who might make all their dreams come true.
10 Minute Intermission
Act 2
Scene 1
Dorothy and her friends arrive at the gates of the Emerald City and ring the bell.
The Wizard’s assistant tells them to go away—until she sees the ruby slippers on Dorothy’s feet. Suddenly, they’re welcomed in and given a quick tour of the sparkling green city. The group begs to see the Wizard. After some hesitation, the assistant agrees and leads them to him, their hopes rising with every step.
The Wizard’s assistant leads the group to his grand chamber.
Inside, they’re met with a terrifying sight—a giant floating head and a booming voice echoing through the room. The Wizard speaks with authority and mystery. He agrees to help them—but only if they bring him the broomstick of the Wicked Witch of the West. With no other choice, the four friends set off on their most dangerous mission yet.
Scene 2
From the shadows, a winged monkey watches.
It’s Nikko, the leader of the Wicked Witch’s flying monkeys and her most loyal servant. He spies on Dorothy and her friends, listening carefully.
Without delay, he flies back to the Witch’s castle to deliver the news. "They are after your broomstick!"
Scene 3
At the Witch’s castle, the Wicked Witch and Nikko lie in wait, using her broomstick as bait.
As Dorothy and her friends sneak in, Dorothy insists on going alone. The others protest, but the Captain of the Guard blocks their path. Inside, Dorothy spots the broom—but it’s a trap. Nikko captures her and brings her to the Witch.
The others finally burst in, fighting their way to reach her. Meanwhile, the Witch demands that Dorothy take off the ruby slippers. Dorothy refuses.
Just as her friends reach the room, Dorothy grabs a bucket of water and throws it on the Witch—who melts away in shock and fury.
Nikko rejoices, free at last, and the Captain of the Guard gratefully hands them the broomstick. The Wicked Witch is no more.
Scene 4
Dorothy and her friends return to the Emerald City and present the Wizard with the Witch’s broomstick.
To their shock, he tells them to come back tomorrow—he won’t help them today. Frustrated, they begin shouting, recounting all they endured. Suddenly, the Lion notices something odd and pulls back a curtain, revealing the truth: the mighty Wizard is just an ordinary man.
Ashamed, the Wizard introduces himself and explains his story. Though he can’t grant real magic, he gives each of them a symbolic gift: a diploma for the Scarecrow, who’s always been wise; a heart-shaped clock for the Tin Man, who’s always been full of love; and a medal of courage for the Lion, who has shown bravery all along.
But when it comes to Dorothy, the Wizard sadly admits—he doesn’t know how to help her.
Just then, Glinda the Good Witch arrives. She gently tells Dorothy the truth: she’s had the power to go home all along, right in her ruby slippers. All she had to do was believe in herself.
With a heavy heart, Dorothy says goodbye to her friends. She closes her eyes, clicks her heels three times, and whispers, "There’s no place like home."
As Glinda waves her wand, everything begins to swirl—and Dorothy disappears, heading home at last.
Scene 5
Dorothy wakes up back in Kansas, safe in her bed, with Uncle Henry and Aunt Em by her side.
She tells them all about her incredible journey to the Land of Oz—but they smile gently, unsure if it was real or just a dream.
Dorothy looks around, takes Toto in her arms, and says with a smile,
“There’s no place like home."
Don't forget to audition for our annual tradition of "The Nutcracker and the Mouse Queen!" Dance with our professional company, and gain memories that last a lifetime. Current students do NOT need to send in a dance reel, but still need to submit a submission form.
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1. Necklace $15
2. Bracelet $10
3. Earrings $8
4. Cell Phone Accessory $5
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1. Necklace $15
2. Bracelet $10
3. Earrings $8
4. Cell Phone Accessory $5
Feel free to donate a little extra. Put the dancer's name you want the donation to be to in the comments.