The Secrets Behind The Wizard of Oz

Step behind the curtain of one of Hollywood’s most beloved classics in this captivating lecture on The Wizard of Oz (1939). Discover the untold stories that shaped the magic—the on-set accidents and near-disasters, the surprising cast replacements, the unseen footage, and the behind-the-scenes intrigue that brought Dorothy’s journey to life.

Every reel of this Technicolor masterpiece hides astonishing secrets: from toxic makeup and blazing costumes to the mysterious fate of the Tin Man’s first actor. Packed with rare insights and fascinating trivia, this session will make you see The Wizard of Oz as you’ve never seen it before—where movie magic met real-life mayhem on the yellow brick road.

Presented by Andi Stix, New Rochelle Council on the Arts