"The Wiz," 1977
THF735571 / "The Wiz," 1977
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Artifact Overview
The Wiz is a musical adaptation of L. Frank Baum's novel The Wizard of Oz featuring an all-Black cast that premiered in 1975. The plot faithfully retells Baum's story of Dorothy Gale and her journey through a magical land; the show's creative team incorporated elements of Black American history and culture to create the music, libretto, and aesthetic of The Wiz.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Program (Document)
Date Made
1977
Subject Date
August 1977
Creators
Place of Creation
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
91.147.27
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Leslie A. and Cynthia R. Miller.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Technique
Printing (Process)
Color
Multicolored
Dimensions
Height: 9 in
Width: 5.5 in
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Since the late 19th century, millions have flocked to Midtown Manhattan in New York City to find Broadway; along this famed street, you might find yourself transported to a Ukrainian village, the plains of Oklahoma, or a magical land filled with soul music. American musical theater has a long history and a canon of classics that have become known worldwide and can be explored by looking through some of the show programs found in the collections of The Henry Ford.