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Under newly updated provincial guidelines, 50 per cent attendance per performance will be allowed.

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Maia Niedjalski, a Grade 12 student playing the role of Oz, said musical theatre has been a staple for her throughout her years at Claremont.

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The classic tale sees Dorothy Gale and her dog, Toto, swept away from their home to the colourful and vibrant land of Oz.

To find their way back home, they must embark on a journey to the Emerald City, where the Wizard of Oz resides. On the way, they become accompanied by a scarecrow who wants a brain, a tin man who wants a heart, and a cowardly lion who seeks courage.

Performances are scheduled March 2 to 5 and March 9 to 12 at 7 p.m., with the March 5 and 12 dates offering a 1 p.m. show.

In-person tickets range from $12 to $16 and livestream tickets are $25 plus a service fee. To purchase tickets call 250-658-6672 or click on the Wizard of Oz link at .