Of the 60 titles on the Post-Gazette's list of 120 musicals being staged during the next two months, "The Wiz" has the advantage of familiarity and novelty.

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That's "The Wiz," not "The Wizard of Oz."

With its sassy, contemporary book by William Brown and juicy rock, R&B and gospel-inflected score by Charlie Smalls, "The Wiz" is a thorough remake of L. Frank Baum's "Wonderful Wizard of Oz," the 1939 Hollywood movie musical and their many stage adaptations. It's a favorite among high school thespians.

In this video, viewers get a sample of what went on behind the scenes during West Mifflin High School's production of "The Wiz."

Questions or comments on this presentation may be sent here. This video was produced by Tia Ewing.