Best Wizard of Oz Sites
The classic movie of childhood, The Wonderful Wizard of Oz has been loved for over seventy years, and the book on which it is based for more than a century. But Dorothy’s adventure was not the only Oz book written by L. Frank Baum. And in recent years Gregory Macguire has breathed new life into the stories with his four books in the Wicked series which prompted a hit Broadway musical about the life of the Wicked Witch of the West. Parodies, sequels and copycats abound. These sites take you to some of the wonders of the original world of Oz.
The Wizard of Oz
Official Warner Brothers Site
The official Warner Brothers website for the Wonderful Wizard of Oz. Follow the timeline from the publishing of the book to the movie through the release of the movie on Blue Ray. Read about the actors and the characters they portrayed, view clips of the movies, listen to the songs and track the hot air balloon promoting the release of the DVDs.
Exclusive Oz updates and merchandise > > > thewizardofoz.warnerbros.com
Wendy’s Wonderful Wizard of Oz
The Ultimate Oz Fansite
Started by Wendy in 1996 for the love of all things Oz, the site had changed owners a couple of times. But it still provides great links to movie info, trivia and fan photos. Learn about movie bloopers. Join with other Oz fans from around the world.
For lovers of Oz everywhere > > >wendyswizardofoz.com
The Wonderful Wizard of Oz Website
Devoted to the world of Oz and the spinoffs
Eric Gjovaag maintains this site of all things Oz out of a pure love for the movie and the works. He began the site in 1996 and provides links to trivia, rumors, movie news and more. Eric’s work is that of a true oz fan and is continually evolving as he finds more information and more links. Check out links to merchandise, teacher lesson plans, ideas for Oz parties and more.
Information and Educational Oz Resources > > >thewizardofoz.info/
The Wizard of Oz at the Library of Congress
An American Fairy Tale
The Library of Congress provides background information about The Wonderful Wizard of Oz and the works of L. Frank Baum. View Baum’s handwritten copyright application for the Wizard of Oz. See promotional posters for the Wizard and other Baum works.
Celebrating more than 100 years of Oz > > >loc.gov/exhibits/oz/
The International Wizard of Oz Club
A gathering of Diverse Oz Fans
The International Wizard of Oz club was founded in 1957 by a 13-year-old boy and draws Oz fans from aroudn the world. Formed initially to focus on the Oz books written by L. Frank Baum the appeal of the 1939 movie draws thousands of fans to the Club.
Sharing enthusiasm for America’s favorite fairyland > > >ozclub.org/Home_Again.html
Oz Museum
Still in Kansas
The Oz Museum houses Oz memorabilia from the 1939 film as well as earlier silent films and The Wiz with Diana Ross and Michael Jackson. The museum was built with a grant from the State of Kansas and is dedicated to all things Oz. The OZ Museum is operated by The Columbian Theater Foundation,
Over 2,000 Oz artifacts > > >ozmuseum.com
Rare Oz Books
Collecting the Official Oz Books
After The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, L. Frank Baum wrote 14 Oz stories and additional stories. After his death, publishers continued to publish Oz books written by Ruth Thompson and others. Read about the official Oz books and how to know you have the real thing.
Collectibles and investments > > > rareozbooks.com
Wizard of Oz The Musical
Dance down the Yellow Brick Road
Andrew Lloyd Webber’s new production of The Wizard of Oz opened in London with Michael Crawford playing the title role of the Wizard. The musical was developed for the stage from the 1939 movie screenplay.
Click your heels three times. > > > wizardofozthemusical.com
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