The charismatic characters and unforgettable songs in “The Wizard of Oz” come alive again at the Jewish Community Center, located at 3600 Dutchmans Lane, March 11-28, 2010. CenterStage is proud to reconstruct its rendition of “The Wizard of Oz” as it has proved to be CenterStage’s biggest show to date, selling out each show. The heartfelt performances will be held on March 11, March 13, March 18, March 20, March 22, March 25, and March 27 at 7:30 p.m. March 14 and March 21 at 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. and March 28 at 2:00 p.m.

Dorothy Gale, like so many girls her age, dreams of what lies over the rainbow. When a twister touches down on her farmhouse in Kansas, she is swept from her colorless world to the magical, beautiful and sometimes dangerous land of Oz. Join Dorothy, Scarecrow, Tinman, Cowardly Lion, and yes, Toto too, as they journey down the yellow brick road through the universe of your imagination. Discover for yourself, “There’s no place like home.”

Take pleasure in getting to meet your favorite “Wizard of Oz” characters as you are cordially invited to attend a tea party with Dorothy and her friends. The tea party will be held on Sunday, March 21 and Sunday, March 28 from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m., before the matinee performance at 2:00 p.m. During the enchanting experience you will spend time with the characters, build a fun “Wizard of Oz” craft, tour backstage and have your picture taken with a character from the show. The cost to attend the tea party is $14, or $22 for the tea party and show package, which includes one ticket to the matinee performance. For reservations or more information, please call (502) 459-0660, EXT 0.

Tickets for “The Wizard of Oz” are being sold at the Jewish Community Center at 3600 Dutchmans Lane, or by calling (502) 459-0660. Single tickets are $20 and $16 for seniors, students and members of the JCC. If not sold out, discounted rush tickets are available for evening performances on Sundays, Mondays and Thursdays. Show and season ticket information is available at www.jccoflouisville.org or by calling Marcy Workman at (502) 238-2739.