The Wizard Of One

The Wizard of Oz but it's set in a senior citizen retirement home. Dorothy just wants to go home. Scarecrow has dementia. Tinman has stiff joints and heart problems. Lion has agoraphobia. "Neil is an incredibly gifted performer, transitioning between a dozen distinct characters, giving each one life and personality" ★★★★★

Playwright: Amos Altman
Cast: Neil James

Website/Socials: @wizard_of_one

Plain Language Description

The Wizard of One is a reimagining of The Wizard of Oz. The setting is a senior citizen retirement home. Dorothy just wants to go home. The Scarecrow has dementia. The Tinman has stiff joints and heart problems. The Lion is afraid of open spaces and germs. Together they must try to find "the man" to see if he can help them. The head nurse, Azkedelia, is going to provide some challenges along the way however.

• Storytelling
• $20.00 inc $5.00 fee
• 14-August 22, 2025
• 60 minutes
• Yardbird Suite
• 07: Chianti Yardbird Suite
• General (G)