Gwangyang Yonggang Library Successfully Hosts 'The Wizard of Oz' Musical Performance

Children Cheer for Puppet Show and Musical Combined Performance

[Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters, Reporter Heo Seon-sik] Jeonnam Gwangyang Yonggang Library announced that the musical performance of the classic fairy tale The Wizard of Oz, held online (YouTube) in a non-face-to-face format on the 21st, concluded with cheers and positive responses from local children and families.

The musical performance was the final show of this year’s family-friendly program promoted by Yonggang Library, designed to encourage children's interest in reading and help them feel familiar with the library.

The performance was conducted by “Seed Theater Company,” which creates various content such as puppet shows and musicals and operates specialized performances for children.

Yonggang Library broadcast the YouTube live stream in real time and uploaded the video at 2 p.m. the following day, allowing children and families to watch freely at home without time or space constraints.

The musical tells the story of Dorothy, who lived on a Kansas farm, meeting a brainless Scarecrow, a cowardly Lion, and a heartless Tin Man, embarking on an adventure to the Land of Oz together, and finding peace by confronting the witch with wisdom and courage.

A participant who watched the performance said, “Since it is a fairy tale my child likes, I applied with joy,” and added, “The songs that children can easily sing along with and the puppet show combined to create an enjoyable time.”

Yonggang Library operated five family-friendly performances this year from February to November, including magic shows, sand art, traditional fairy tale concerts, and classic fairy tale musicals, and plans to continue various performances such as children’s plays and musicals next year.

Ko Geun-seong, Director of Library Operations, said, “We thank many citizens for participating in the family-friendly performances,” and added, “Since the response to this year’s family-friendly performances was great, we will prepare various family programs with different themes next year as well.”

Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters, Reporter Heo Seon-sik hss79@asiae.co.kr

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