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Wicked, by Gregory Maguire - Book Review
Gregory Maguire's Wicked, is a magical journey to Oz that will leave the reader satisfied and in love with the colorful characters
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The Holiday Season Kicks Off With College Football
This week we look at the college bowl games; our CHARLIE'S ANGELS trivia contest winner; DUNE; A mini-series about the Wicked Witch of the West; Doc starring Billy Ray Cyrus; James Cromwell on ER and This Week In Television History.
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I'll Get You, My Pretty
Former kindergarten teacher Margaret Hamilton stepped into the role of the "ugly and hateful" Wicked Witch of the West and played it beautifully.
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Women of Top Fantasy Movie: The Wizard of Oz
The Wizard of Oz, named the Top Fantasy Film of All Time by the American Film Institute, features memorable female lead characters. Judy Garland stars as Dorothy.
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A Guide to Baum's Oz Books: Part I
<i>The Wizard of Oz</i> is more than a movie: L. Frank Baum wrote about the magical land for nearly 20 years. This three-part guide will help you discover, or rediscover, Baum's 14 original Oz books.
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A Guide to Baum's Oz Books: Part II
This second part of a three-part series will guide you through the Oz books published between 1909 and 1915.
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A Guide to Baum's Oz Books: Part III
The final installment of this three-part series takes a look at L. Frank Baum&#8217;s final Oz books, published between 1916 and 1920.
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A Lion Among Men By Gregory Maguire Reviewed
Gregory Maguire's A Lion Among Men follows the tale of Brrr, the lion who asked the Wizard for courage and by the time A Lion Among Men is through, he'll likely need it!
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An Oz-Filled Year
Have a very Ozzy 2002 with this list of Oz milestones, birthdays, and events.
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And Your Little Dog, Too!
A look at the life and career of the furry little actress (yes, <i>actress</i>) who played Judy Garland&#8217;s sidekick in <i>The Wizard of Oz</i>.
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Get Happy at the Judy Garland Festival
Every June, a tiny Minnesota town pays tribute to one of the world&#8217;s biggest stars.
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Only Bad Witches Are Ugly
Here&#8217;s a 116th birthday salute to Billie Burke, the red-haired beauty who made a career out of playing scatter-brained ladies. She&#8217;s best known, of course, as Glinda the Good Witch.
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Oz and Ends
Even if you&#8217;re an Oz trivia wizard, you may learn something new from this collection of odd and surprising Oz tidbits.
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The Man Behind The Curtain
After two big-name actors turned down the role of the Wizard, 48-year-old Frank Morgan fought hard for the part. Unfortunately, he never had the chance to enjoy his fame.
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The Oz That Almost Was
Early drafts of <i>The Wizard of Oz</i> script included odd and downright bizarre scenarios, including a wicked witch that transforms into a parrot and a romance for the cowardly lion.
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The Quotable Oz
The stars of <i>The Wizard of Oz</i> talk about their moviemaking experience in this collection of quotations.
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The Wizard of Oz Book Review
For a movie that is as good as The Wizard of Oz, the book must really be great when it's better than the movie. And in this case, it is.
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Winged Monkey Business
Yes, those monkeys really flew, but it wasn&#8217;t always smooth sailing. Wires often broke, and a dispute over money caused the group of undersized actors to storm off the set.
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Wizard of Oz Returns to Theaters
On September 23, 2009 The Wizard of Oz returns to theaters in over 400 cities nationwide.
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Yellow Brick Politics?
Is <i>The Wizard of Oz</i> a children’s fairy tale? Or is it a commentary on turn-of-the-century politics?
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Memorable Movie Scoundrels
The lure of a good movie is sometimes found in the antagonist. Just the right chemistry of a particular actor and script creates attractive, loathsome characters.
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The Wonderful Wizard of Oz
The Wonderful Wizard of OZ is a beloved piece of literature that was turned into a popular movie. Here we look at some of the characters that are prominant in the book.
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Another Side to the Story: Parallel Plots
There is more than one way to tell a story, sometimes through another character's point of view.
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Book Club Questions: Wicked
This series offers inspiration for book groups, with points and questions to get discussions started. This week, Maguire's bestselling novel, later a hit musical, Wicked.
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Sequel Success
Very few classic authors wrote sequels to their work, while many recent authors have written a Part II for the books we grew up with. What makes a sequel a success -vs- a flop?
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The Malevolent Witch
Popular beliefs of the Early Modern era solidify the witch's presence in history for centuries. Yet, despite her malevolence, some find an appeal that belies the horror.
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Dark Versions of the Wizard of Oz
L. Frank Baum's Oz is one of the happiest, most magical fantasy kingdoms, but later writers have told stories of a darker, more sinister Oz.
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Halloween Costumes for Children
Looking for cute Halloween costumes for children? Find adorable kids costumes - Wizard of Oz, Disney, super hero, Harry Potter - boys and girls costumes for all ages.
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Kristen Chenoweth's Guest Role on Glee
Emmy-award winning actress Kristin Chenoweth will appear on the Sept. 30, 2009 episode of Glee, Fox's freshman hit.
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Sexy Halloween Costumes
Halloween is a great time to let the feisty alter-ego emerge. What sexy costume will spice up life? Pick from a cat, the bride of Frankenstein, a witch or a pirate.
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Vermont Celebrates Books at the 1st Annual Bookstock Festival
Three literary festivals make Vermont New England's go-to destination for celebrating the written word. Festival sites include Woodstock, Brattleboro and Burlington.
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Auntie Em! Auntie Em!
A belated Mother&#8217;s Day tribute to Dorothy&#8217;s own beloved mother figure and the little-known actress who played her.
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Experience Some Colorful Adventures in Oz
You need no cyclone to reach Oz, only IDW Publishing's handsome collection of five acclaimed comic books by Eisner winner Eric Shanower.
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Fairy Tales Adults Can Enjoy
Children no longer have the upper-hand when it comes to witches, unicorns, monsters and mean stepmothers. Finally, fairy tales with an adult spin.
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From Oz to Beverly ... Hills, That Is
The original Tin Man, Buddy Ebsen, had to be replaced when he suffered a severe allergic reaction to his makeup. Decades later, Ebsen would be best known as Jed Clampett on <i>The Beverly Hillbillies</i>.
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Halloween Theme Party
Start your party planning off by choosing a theme for guests to get creative with.
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Here's to Henry
Actor Charley Grapewin is best known as Dorothy&#8217;s Uncle Henry, but he appeared in nearly 100 other films during his 50-year movie career.
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It's All in How You Look at It, Part 4
Blue screens allow people to fly.
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Orphans in Children's Literature
Orphaned children are a classic feature of children's stories. These children's books feature protagonists whose parents are either dead or missing.
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Sci-Fi TV News Watch
A news update from the world of Sci-Fi TV.
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Sims 2 Apartment Life: Making Witches
With Apartment Life a new paranormal being was added to the Sims 2, Witches and Warlocks. This article provides details about them and how players can make their own.
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The Wiz - Movie and Musical
The all-black version of L. Frank Baum's classic children's story became a Broadway hit, then a movie musical bomb. Here's the story behind them both.
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The Wizard Of Oz
The Wizard Of Oz still the best selling musical of all time!
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We Miss Him Most of All
Ray Bolger was a hit on Broadway, in the movies, and on television, but he&#8217;ll always be remembered &#8211; and loved &#8211; as Dorothy&#8217;s best friend, the Scarecrow.
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Wicked Delivers Again
You can call it anything you want, but when you boil it down, Wicked is spectacular.
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You're off to see the Wizard
You don't need a yellow brick road to find these Oz travel destinations.
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AFI Names Top Ten Fantasy Films of All Time
The American Film Institute has come out with a ranking of the top ten fantasy films of all time. Number one pick is the 1939 "Wizard of Oz" which is "Over the Rainbow."
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Agave information for the beginner.
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Can Winter Be Over ?
After untold snow, can spring be nigh?
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Children's Films Based on Popular Books for Kids
From Mary Poppins to The Wizard of Oz, children's books have been transformed into children's classic movies for years. But can the children's films match the books?
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