The Wizard of Oz - The Lowry - Pele Productions

The Wizard of Oz is at the Lowry this Christmas. Lorna Luft (Judy Garlands Daughter) stars as the wicked witch. And she is perfect in the role. She is just the right level of evilness and even the most hardened theatre goer will find themselves sinking in to the seat. Friend of the show Joe Standerline is perfect as the Tin Man and the special effects are stunning. Regular listeners and readers will know I love anything that has Flying, Trapdoors and Special effects in it. And I was not disappointed. The Jitter-Bug scene (originally cut from the film) is superb and you will be humming it all the way home if your anything like me. Katie Schofield plays Dorothy, She was discovered in a search for Dorothy style competition and for a first professional appearance played it very well. Her acting was excellent. All in all, a good family show that kids and adults, even if they won't admit it, Will enjoy. Get your boo's and Hisses ready for the wicked witch and head down to the Lowry this Christmas.