Wizard of Oz Comes to Needham

Emily Royer of Lexington (left) rehearses with Needham residents Rachel Burns and Nick Davis for Needham Community Theatre’s upcoming production of The Wizard of Oz. (Photo by Erin Stulb).

The Needham Community Theater is performing the classic play, "The Wizard of Oz" from Nov. 20-29.

The production features a cast of 50, including 31 Needham residents. The show will be similar to the film version, but the NCT has added their own flare, including a Jitterbug number which was cut from the original movie.

The theater group is launching a fundraising effort in conjunction with the show called the "Pave the Way" campaign. The campaign is to raise funds for rising operating expenses and upcoming technical improvements. Donors of $20 or more will receive a "yellow brick" with a personalized message to be displayed at all "Wizard of Oz" performances.

To make a donation or purchase tickets, visit www.needhamtheatre.org