2026 Fall Production of "The Wizard of Oz" November 13-December 5

DAYTON — Tickets are on sale now. Opening night is this Friday, November 13, and it is “Family Night,” when all tickets are only $10. Tickets are available on our website, libertytheater.org, or at the theater’s box office on Tuesdays and Fridays, from 2 to 5 p.m.

This year’s show is directed by Brenda Henderson and Assistant Director Stephanie Snyder. When a Kansas tornado whisks Dorothy Gale and her dog, Toto, away to the magical Land of Oz, they must follow the Yellow Brick Road to find their way home. Along the way, she teams up with a Scarecrow who needs a brain, a Tin Man who wants a heart, and a Cowardly Lion in search of courage. Together, they must outsmart the Wicked Witch of the West and reach the Emerald City to ask the wonderful Wizard for his help. Featuring the timeless songs, you love, this enchanting musical adventure celebrates friendship, bravery, and the ultimate truth that there is truly no place like home.

Sixty local performers will fill the theater with the beautiful songs from the Land of Oz. Some of the original cast and crew are back for a third time, bringing that classic emerald magic back to the Liberty’s stage. The vibrantly colored, hand-sewn costumes will transport you to the Land of Oz. Be sure to get your tickets.

The Liberty Theater will present a free movie at Dayton’s Christmas Kickoff on Friday, November 27 at 3 p.m. “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever” is based on the book that centers on the Herdman kids, absolutely the worst in the history of the world. This Christmas, they take over their local church pageant, surprisingly and unwittingly teaching their shocked community the true meaning of Christmas. Rated PG for thematic material and brief underage smoking. Runtime is 99 minutes.

Ladies Night Out Monday, December 7, from 5-8 p.m. Stop by The Liberty Theater on Ladies Night Out and pick up some holiday gifts. There will be movie passes, which include a movie admission ticket, small popcorn, and a medium soda or water, as well as gift certificates available for purchase. These make great stocking stuffers.

Upcoming Movies: A free showing of “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever” on Christmas Kickoff November 27 at 3, Regular movie schedule will return December 11. The schedule is always subject to change.