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Making Magic with Kids Love Musicals!
Unit 3: The Wizard of Oz

Magical, Musical Monday (Day One)

 The film adaptation of The Wizard of Oz premiered in 1939 and recently celebrated its 80th anniversary! Ms. Bridie encourages everyone to watch this classic movie musical, in which a crisis – in this case, a tornado – helps Dorothy realize just why "home" is so important. ​Next, Ms. Bridie teaches the lyrics and movements for "Follow the Yellow Brick Road."
1. Introduction to The Wizard of Oz
2. Watch: “Follow the Yellow Brick Road” from the 1939 film
3. Learn the Song: "Follow the Yellow Brick Road"
Transform into munchkins with Ms. Bridie. What choices can you make to become an amazing munchkin character?
4. Rehearse: This Week's Goodbye Song
Our goodbye song is inspired by "If I Only Had a Brain/Heart/Nerve," which we'll rehearse again on Wednesday and Friday!
5. Listen: Yip Harburg and Harold Arlen Sing "Optimistic Voices"
Extra Credit: The Wizard of Oz Turns 80 on "Footlight Parade"
TMTP's weekly radio program Footlight Parade: Sounds of the American Musical  showcases the best of Broadway and Hollywood with songs from the turn of the 20th century to today. In this episode host Bill Rudman celebrates the 80th anniversary of MGM's classic movie musical with Ernie Harburg, son of the great lyricist Yip Harburg, who wrote the score with Harold Arlen. Footlight Parade can be streamed for free at PRX.org.
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Harburg & Arlen
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​Day Two

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Wild, Whimsical Wednesday - Day Three

Ms. Jodi sings a bit of “Optimistic Voices” and tells the story of when she first watched The Wizard of Oz as a child. She explores the idea of needing to go on an adventure to solve a problem for which our heart might already know the answer. She talks about how situations and people can help to reveal the best in ourselves. Then, she asks everyone to review the song “Follow the Yellow Brick Road” with Ms. Bridie.
1. Discuss: Going on Adventures
2. Rehearse: "Follow the Yellow Brick Road"

3. Heroes and Villains
Ms. Jodi introduces the concept of protagonists and antagonists. She invites us to embody the character of the Wicked Witch of the West by experimenting (and even recording and sharing) our own "witch melt" scenes on the Kids Love Musicals! Facebook Group.
 
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4. Watch: The Wicked Witch Melts
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In this climactic scene from the film, Dorothy throws a pail of water to help the Scarecrow, with unintended results!
5. Bonus: The Best Witch Laughs in Northeast Ohio and beyond
Friends from across Northeast Ohio (and beyond!) share their interpretations of the Wicked Witch's famous line and witchy cackle!
6. Why Symbols Matter: "Over the Rainbow"
Ms. Jodi introduces the power of a symbol in literature and talks about the appeal of the iconic song, “Over the Rainbow.” She briefly talks about the musical's songwriting team, Harold Arlen and Yip Harburg. Finally, she challenges us to look for, draw or take pictures of other images and symbols of hope.


7. Check out any (or all!) of the videos below to see how various artists interpret the iconic song, "Over the Rainbow."
As Dorothy, Judy Garland sings “Over the Rainbow”
Lyricist Yip Harburg performs “Over the Rainbow”
"Over the Rainbow" subway singalong!
“Rainbow Connection” from The Muppet Movie)

8. Imagine: Create A New World!
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Ms. Jodi returns with two writing challenges: to write a backstory for a favorite villain or anti-hero, and to create a completely original fantastical world like the Emerald City, Munchkinland, Hogwarts, Narnia, the Star Wars universe, etc.
9. ​Journaling and Writing Activities
During this stay-at-home time, it’s important to find different ways for people of all ages to express what they feel and think. Click on this PDF for ways to promote written reflection about the themes and characters of The Wizard of Oz.
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Fabulous, Fun Friday - Day Five

1. Wisdom, Heart and Courage
Ms. Jodi sings “Optimistic Voices” and introduces the characters who help Dorothy on her journey: the Scarecrow, the Tin Man, and the Lion.
2. Watch:
Scenes from the film in which Dorothy meets the Scarecrow, the Tin Man and the Lion
​3. Rehearse: "If I Only Had a Brain/a Heart/the Nerve"
Learn the words to the song with Ms. Bridie, and experiment with choreography specific to each of Dorothy's friends.
4. The Power of Dreams
Ms. Bridie and Ms. Jodi reflect on the qualities that we would like to expand and deepen, as well as those we currently possess. 
5. WATCH: Ms. Bridie and Ms. Jessie sing the duet "For Good" from the musical Wicked
6. Bonus Video: Watch Broadway cast members Kara Lindsay (Glinda) and Christine Dwyer (Elphaba) perform For Good.
 7. Create and Search
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Ms. Bridie and Ms. Jodi finish the week with ideas for creating your own corner of the jungle at home, crafting simple masks and homemade instruments, and going on an extra-credit "I Spy" scavenger hunt!
8. Listen
Listen to the soundtracks for The Wizard of Oz (1939) and the film adaptation of The Wiz (1978), as well as the Original Cast Recording from the stage musical, Wicked (2003).

Final Message

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Fly to Neverland with another exciting lesson plan!

Our next musical:
Peter Pan
available April 27th

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  • About
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