Houston's Center Stage to present 'The Wiz'

 

Center Stage Theater’s Production of “The Wiz” will run from Friday, July 15, through Sunday, July 24.   “The Wiz” is an African-American re-telling of “The Wizard of Oz” and tells the story of Dorothy as she encounters a scarecrow with no brains, a tin man with no heart and a lion without courage. Together, they outwit the powerful witches, battle evil henchmen and escape “trippy poppies” on their journey toward the great Emerald City in hope of finding the enigmatic Wiz.   “The Wiz” features more than 120 performers of all ages, a live orchestra and a full gospel choir for performances on July 15, July 16, July 22, July 23 and July 24.   Admission is $13 for children 12 and under, $15 for seniors 65 and older and $17 for adults. Tickets are on sale now at 281-827-4692 or at www.houstonscenterstage.com.   All performances will be held at Cy-Ranch Theater, located at 10700 Fry Road.