Character Descriptions

A sweet, innocent young lady with a streak of boldness, outspoken and headstrong, who dearly loves her family, friends and dog, Toto; Lives on a farm in Kansas with her Aunt Em & Uncle Henry, but dreams of escaping to a far-off place where she will not get into trouble. 

Rescued by Dorothy from his dull life in a farmer's field, the Scarecrow's greatest wish is to procure brains for himself from the Wizard of Oz. Despite his perceived lack of brains, however, the Scarecrow is exceedingly intelligent and resourceful.

Rescued by Dorothy after rusting in the forest, the Tin Woodman desires a heart from the Wizard of Oz. He used to be a real man and was in love with a Munchkin girl, but due to the Wicked Witch of the East's evil machinations he lost his limbs and eventually became a man of tin without a heart. Despite his belief that he lacked emotion, he proves himself a kind and sensitive man

Acts tough, but fearful self comes out in any scary situation. A mix of bravado and cowardice.  Good comedic timing and strong character voice needed.

Traveling salesman who lives by telling fortunes; a con-man but with a good heart.  Non-Singing.

Well-off, cold-hearted Gale neighbor who hates Toto/Wants revenge on Dorothy. Strong actress, cackling a must!

Good Witch of the North who is the mother figure for Munchkins and Dorothy whom she guides through Oz; delicate and graceful.

A typical, hard-working farmer’s wife who is firm & no-nonsense but also warm and caring. Also in ensemble.

Farmer whose wife, Em, runs things; Adoring uncle to Dorothy; Non-singing role. Also in ensemble.

Head of the Munchkins

Leader of the Flying Monkeys with a few lines.

A large cast of singers and dancers for the ensemble, which will play Emerald City citizens, Jitterbug dancers, Winkies (witch's soldiers), Crows and trees, Poppy dancers, crows, trees,  munchkins (lullaby league, lollipop guild, etc), and flying monkeys.