Oz or the Road?
Rafa Jacinto and Roberto Terra

The Marvellous Wizard of Oz (1904), by L. Frank Baum, gave rise to countless adaptations. Of these, the film starring Judy Garland will be the most famous.

According to the creators of this show, talking about The Wizard of Oz and the actress inevitably means talking about its influence and importance for the queer community, echoing themes of self-discovery, acceptance of difference and exploration of identity. With teenage audiences, to whom this creation is aimed, these themes also resonate in the formative moment of their identities, when they are faced with doubts about themselves and their place in the world.

Fri 30 May – 10:30 Free session for schools. Registration soon.

Creation and dramaturgy: Rafa Jacinto and Roberto Terra based on The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, by L. Frank Baum/ Acting: Deka Saimor, Emanuel Santoz, Gabriel Gomes and Rafa Jacinto/ Set design: Vítor H. Freitas/ Costumes: Joana Mont’Alverne/ Light design: João Rodrigues/ Sound design: Odete/ Pedagogical consultancy: Diogo Gomes/ Production. Héloïse Rego/ Partnership: National Arts Plan/ Support: Portuguese Republic – Culture / Directorate-General for the Arts. RTCP – Network of Portuguese Theatres and Cinemas