From The Wonderful Wizard, to The Wiz, to Wicked, the journey to Oz and its band of characters is an American fairytale that has been reimagined time and time again, representing the underdog and radical hope in the face of fear.
SHOWTIMES
April 18, 19 - 5:00 pm
@ MARK TAPER FORUM
April 23, 24 - 7:30 pm
@ MARK TAPER FORUM
April 25 - 2:30 pm, 7:30 pm
@ MARK TAPER FORUM
April 26 - 2:30 pm
@ MARK TAPER FORUM
ABOUT BACK TO OZ
MUSE/IQUE Presents
​Back to Oz
FROM THE WONDERFUL WIZARD, TO THE WIZ, TO WICKED - AN AMERICAN FAIRYTALE
Presented in partnership with CTG​​
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From The Wonderful Wizard, to The Wiz, to Wicked, the journey to Oz and its band of characters is an American fairytale that has been reimagined time and time again, representing the underdog and radical hope in the face of fear.
Discover your connection to the land and stories of Oz through songs like “We're Off to See the Wizard,” “Home,” and “For Good.” This unforgettable exploration of the self and our shared humanity pays tribute to the hope in us all.
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STUDENT MATINEE: On April 23, 700+ local middle and high school students will experience the stories and heart behind The Wizard of Oz tales, through MUSE/IQUE’s growing Student Matinee program. Thank you to our MUSE/IQUE members for supporting our nonprofit’s mission to provide immersive live music experiences to more and more people in our community.
MEET THE ARTISTS
Carmen Cusack
Carmen Cusack (vocals) starred on Broadway in Flying Over Sunset, earning a second Tony Award nomination in as many Broadway shows. She was previously nominated for her acclaimed lead performance in Bright Star. Off-Broadway/Tour: Pen Pals (DR2 Theatre), Call Me Madam (Encores!), Carrie (MCC), South Pacific (Tour), Wicked (Tour). West End/UK: Les Misérables, The Secret Garden, Personals, Phantom of the Opera, Over The Rainbow. Regional: Bull Durham (Paper Mill Playhouse, Theatre Raleigh), 3 Summers of Lincoln (La Jolla Playhouse), Sweeney Todd (Muny), Designing Women (TheatreSquared), First Wives Club (Chicago), Sunday in the Park with George (Chicago Shakespeare). @cusackcarmen on social platforms
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LaVance Colley
LaVance Colley (vocals) is a dynamic vocalist blending Gospel power, Jazz sophistication, and R&B soul into a signature sound. He has worked with icons including Beyoncé, John Legend, and Brittany Howard. A featured singer on the award-winning film Sinners, he has performed on the Oscars, SAG Awards, and tours globally with Postmodern Jukebox as lead vocalist and emcee.
Nathan Granner
Nathan Granner (vocals), a renowned American tenor, has captivated audiences worldwide with his sinewy, ringing tone and exceptional vocal flexibility. Acclaimed by critics from the San Francisco Chronicle and San Francisco Classical Voice for his powerful top notes, honeyed tone, and nuanced dynamic choices, Granner's performances have left an indelible mark on the opera world.
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DC6 Singers Collective
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DC6 Singers Collective (vocals) are a Los Angeles-based ensemble with roots in a cappella, gospel, doo wop, and R&B, but they fuse styles to transcend boundaries. They have collaborated with global music legends such as CeCe Winans, Lady Gaga, John Legend, Michael Bolton, and institutions like the San Francisco Symphony and LA Opera Orchestra.
SPONSORS
Presented in Partnership with CTG​​​
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Center Theatre Group, one of the nation’s preeminent arts and cultural organizations, is Los Angeles’ leading not-for-profit theatre company and programs the Mark Taper Forum and the Ahmanson Theatre at The Music Center in Downtown Los Angeles, and the Kirk Douglas Theatre in Culver City. Center Theatre Group is one of the country’s leading producers of ambitious new works through commissions and world premiere productions
Proudly Sponsored by Classical California
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Classical California is now easier than ever to enjoy, with a new unified website and a brand-new app that brings together the former KUSC and KDFC services into one statewide home for classical music. Listeners can explore what’s playing, discover hand-picked programs from friendly hosts (no algorithms, just humans with good taste), find arts events, and stream anywhere, anytime. It’s all free, listener-supported, and designed to make everyday life more harmonious. Visit classicalcalifornia.org or download the Classical California app to listen.
KPFK is a Proud Media Sponsor​
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KPFK is a listener-powered, commercial free radio station in Los Angeles. We were the first full-time FM station west of the Mississippi powered entirely by listener donations. From the beginning, the mission was plain: serve peace, culture, and honest public conversation without compromise.
