Great and Powerful Oz at TADA through Aug. 25

The cast of "The Great and Powerful Oz" at the Tada Theatre includes David Claus as the Cowardly Lion (from left), Elizabeth Krier as Dorothy, Matthew Kischer as the Scarecrow and Todd Krier as the Tin Man. "The Great and Powerful Oz: A Magical Musical" opened Thursday and continues with shows through Aug. 25 at the Tada Theatre, 701 P St.

Matinees are at 2 p.m., and evening performances start at 7:30 p.

m. Based on the familiar classic tale and tunes, this magical musical follows young Dorothy Gale and her dog Toto, who are swept away by a tornado from their Kansas farm to a magical land. Once Dorothy arrives, she discovers that she must embark on a quest where she comes across a rather unique set of friends and other creatures.

The production includes more than 20 actors, 100 projections, countless sound cues, beautiful costumes, music and more. For tickets, go to www.tadatheatre.

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