Spring Musical
5/23/2023 8:19 am
The Wizard of Oz Young Performers' Edition
Tuesday - Thursday, May 23 - 25, 7 PM
Tickets: $10 in advance; available April 17
We’re off to see the Wizard! This timeless tale of a Kansas farm girl who travels over the rainbow – only to discover there’s no place like home – has been charming audiences for generations. Follow the yellow brick road all the way to the Emerald City in this delightful stage adaptation of L. Frank Baum’s enduring classic. Filled with brains, heart, and courage, the annual Spring Musical features the talented cast, choir, and crew from Penn Alexander School. The Wizard of Oz is fun for the whole family!
Support Music Education at Penn Alexander School by attending the show, buying a T-shirt, volunteering your time, or becoming a sponsor!
SALES:
T-SHIRTS: $15
We will be placing an order for Wizard of Oz T-shirts to wear as an advertisement and a memento for the show. Family members can order one, too!
WANDS: $7
Add a light up magic wand and bring to the show for an interactive audience experience!
MUNCHKIN SHOUT-OUTS: $5
Students and families may leave a short message (200 characters max) for a cast/crew member to be posted in the print and digital programs.
Munchkin Shout-Out Deadline: March 31
T-Shirt & Wand Deadline: April 14
TICKETS
Available April 17; Early Bird Pricing Deadline: May 12
$10 in advance; $15 at the door
Children 3 and under are free! Due to space constraints, we are asking all children 3 and under to sit on a lap.
GET INVOLVED:
VOLUNTEER BUILD DAY: SATURDAY, APRIL 29, 9 AM - 12 PM
We are looking for adult volunteers to help the cast, choir, and crew of The Wizard of Oz on Build Day to build set pieces, sew costumes, paint backdrops, build props, and get ready for our upcoming production. BYO Sewing Kits and Tools! Refreshments will be provided. For Build Day, please enter through the 43rd Street blacktop entrance.
VOLUNTEER CLEAN UP: FRIDAY, MAY 26, 8:30 AM - 12 PM
We also need volunteers for Clean Up, Friday, May 26, to break down the stage and set pieces, organize costumes and props, and clean up after our shows. BYO Tools! Refreshments will be provided. For Clean Up, please go to the main entrance, sign in at the office, and then head to the gym.
If you'd like to sew costumes or build set pieces ahead of time, please contact Tia Larese.
You must be logged in to see the sign up forms!
SUPPORT THE SHOW:
Penn Alexander is committed to keeping the art of musical theatre alive by producing quality shows. Only a portion of our costs to produce the show is supported by ticket sales. There are a few ways you can support our organization.
AMAZON WISHLIST
Purchase a costume or prop on our Amazon Wishlist.
GIFT CARDS
Donate a gift card to help cover the cost of supplies at Home Depot, Joann Fabrics, Michaels, or Amazon.
Please drop off all donations with Ms. Larese in Room 202.
PLAYBILL SPONSORSHIPS
Sponsor our show and buy ad space in our playbill. You can promote your business and/or show the cast, choir, and crew how proud you are by purchasing a personalized congratulatory ad for our playbill. Please visit our sponsorship page for more details on sponsorship levels and perks!
Wizard of Oz Level: $1500
Dorothy Level: $1000
Glinda Level: $500
Wicked Witch Level: $250
Kat Academy, Philadelphia School of Rock, The Cliffs at Callowhill
Lion, Tinman, and Scarecrow Level: $100
SHOW NIGHT FUNDRAISERS:
SILENT AUCTION
On show nights, you will see featured artwork from our design crew and PAS students. A silent auction will take place to bid on the pieces, and you will be notified if you win.
KISSES FOR THE CAST
Show the cast, choir, and crew how proud you are by writing messages for the cast and purchasing "Kisses for the Cast." Hershey Kisses will be 25 cents each or 5/$1 (CASH ONLY)
