L. Frank Baum

L. Frank Baum
Lyman Frank Baum (May 15, 1856 – May 6, 1919) was an American author of children's books, best known for writing The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, published in 1900. One of the most successful novels in American literature, The Wonderful Wizard of Oz sold out instantly, became a cutlrual sensation, and sold over three million copies before entering the public domain in 1956. Baum wrote thirteen novel sequels, nine other fantasy novels, and a host of other works, including 83 short stories, over 200 poems, and 55 novels. He made numerous attempts to bring his works to the stage and screen. Baum's writings remarkably anticipated innovations including television, augmented reality, laptop computers (The Master Key), wireless telephones (Tik-Tok of Oz), women in high-risk, action-heavy occupations (Mary Louise in the Country), and the ubiquity of advertising on clothing (Aunt Jane's Nieces at Work).
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The Wizard of Oz (Townley) (Non-Musical)
Claude Townley, L. Frank Baum
Full-Length Play, DramaThe Wizard of Oz (Townley) (Non-Musical)
Claude Townley , L. Frank Baum
Full-Length Play, Drama / 17boy(s) or girl(s)
From the moment the spotlight focuses on Dorothy and her clever dog, Toto, this enchanting tale begins to spin as the sounds of a tornado are heard.
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The Wizard of Oz
Alfred Bradley, L. Frank Baum
Full-Length Play, DramaThe Wizard of Oz
Alfred Bradley , L. Frank Baum
Full-Length Play, Drama / 7f, 6m
This version can be produced very simply. It needs no stage and may be performed on the floor of a school hall. Alternatively a more ambitious production could use back-projection, flash-boxes, and all the magic of a proscenium stage, provided all th…
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The Wizard of Oz (RSC Version)
Multiple Authors
Full-Length Musical, Dramatic ComedyThe Wizard of Oz (RSC Version)
L. Frank Baum , Harold Arlen , E. Y. Harburg , Herbert Stothart , Peter Howard , Larry Wilcox , John Kane
Full-Length Musical, Dramatic Comedy / 3f, 5m plus ensemble
We're off to see the wizard! This beloved tale, in which a Kansas farm girl travels over the rainbow to discover the magical power of home, has entertained audiences for generations.
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The Wizard of Oz (MUNY Version)
Multiple Authors
Full-Length Musical, Dramatic ComedyThe Wizard of Oz (MUNY Version)
L. Frank Baum ,Frank Gabrielson , Harold Arlen , E. Y. Harburg , Herbert Stothart
Full-Length Musical, Dramatic Comedy / 4f, 4m plus ensemble
This playful stage adaptation of L. Frank Baum's celebrated novel features characters and events not seen in the MGM film.
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The Wizard of Oz (Townley) (Non-Musical)
Claude Townley, L. Frank Baum
Full-Length Play, DramaThe Wizard of Oz (Townley) (Non-Musical)
Claude Townley , L. Frank Baum
Full-Length Play, Drama / 17boy(s) or girl(s)
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The Wizard of Oz
Alfred Bradley, L. Frank Baum
Full-Length Play, DramaThe Wizard of Oz
Alfred Bradley , L. Frank Baum
Full-Length Play, Drama / 7f, 6m
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The Wizard of Oz (RSC Version)
Multiple Authors
Full-Length Musical, Dramatic ComedyThe Wizard of Oz (RSC Version)
L. Frank Baum , Harold Arlen , E. Y. Harburg , Herbert Stothart , Peter Howard , Larry Wilcox , John Kane
Full-Length Musical, Dramatic Comedy / 3f, 5m plus ensemble
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The Wizard of Oz (MUNY Version)
Multiple Authors
Full-Length Musical, Dramatic ComedyThe Wizard of Oz (MUNY Version)
L. Frank Baum ,Frank Gabrielson , Harold Arlen , E. Y. Harburg , Herbert Stothart
Full-Length Musical, Dramatic Comedy / 4f, 4m plus ensemble
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