Ozn’t it wonderful?

Follow the yellow brick road to the Newport Performing Arts Center for Coastal Act Productions’ presentation of the classic fantasy “The Wizard of Oz,” from Friday, Feb. 24, through Saturday, March 11.

One of the best-known stories in American pop culture, “The Wizard of Oz” follows the adventures of Dorothy Gale after she is swept away from her Kansas farm by a cyclone. After landing in the magical land of Oz, Dorothy embarks on a journey alongside the Scarecrow, Tin Man and Cowardly Lion.

Coastal Act Productions is a non-profit, volunteer-run organization created to foster, promote and increase public knowledge and appreciation for arts and cultural activities in Lincoln County and provide opportunities for kids to participate in theatrical productions alongside adult actors and musicians. The results are shows with large ensemble casts of all ages. 

“The Wizard of Oz” features more than 60 cast members, plus a live orchestra. Under the direction of Jody Hanna, the cast includes Kristine Rogers as Dorothy Gale, Cameron Garner as the Scarecrow, Zach Lindstrom as Tin Man, Gary Herd as Cowardly Lion, Kiera Morgan as the Wicked Witch and Annie Pusey as Glinda.

Evening performances on Fridays and Saturdays begin at 7 pm, with 2 pm matinée performances on Saturdays only. Tickets are $14.50 for kids and $16.50 for adults. The Newport Performing Arts Center is located at 777 W Olive Street. For more information, go to coastalact.com or call 541-265-ARTS.