The Wizard of Oz

Thursday, October 8, 2026•7:30 PM

Recommended for all agesThis is a sensory friendly performance. Special effects will be at a lower level, the theatre lights will stay on at 25-50% throughout the performance, and seating capacity will be limited to 50% to allow for guests to move through the theatre if they need to. There will be fidget toys and noise cancelling headphones available, as well as a quiet area in the lobby in case any guests need to step out of the theatre for a bit.Group discount: Groups of 8 or more are eligible for a discount. Call 847-577-2121 or come in person to the Box Office to purchase your discounted tickets.We're off to see the Wizard! Click your heels three times and join The Cowardly Lion, Scarecrow, Tinman, Dorothy…and Toto too, as they follow the yellow brick road in search of their heart's desires. For the first time on Metropolis' Main Stage, L. Frank Baum's tale comes to life in this extraordinary story of heart, friendship, courage, and belonging. This adaptation contains all of the Oscar-winning songs from the movie including "Somewhere Over the Rainbow" and "We're Off To See The Wizard." No matter how far we travel, we learn there is no place like home. Bring your entire family over the rainbow to the Merry Old Land of Oz and experience the excitement, enchantment, and exuberance of Oz again...or for the very first time.

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