Wizard of Oz Fact #12: The 1902 Stage Musical Added New Characters
The first major stage adaptation of Oz, debuting in 1902, introduced several characters not found in Baum’s novel, including the comedic duo Imogene the Cow and the eccentric King Pastoria. These additions helped shape early public perceptions of Oz long before the MGM film existed.
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