DVD review: 'The Wizard of Oz' Oct 31, 2009
Starring Judy Garland, Ray Bolger, Frank Morgan and Bert Lahr ... Starring Judy Garland, Ray Bolger, Frank Morgan and Bert Lahr. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
"Wizard of Oz" Goes Hi-Def for Anniversary Sep 23, 2009
from left, Bert Lahr as the Cowardly Lion, Ray Bolger as the Scarecrow, Judy Garland as Dorothy, and Jack Haley as the Tin Woodman, are shown in a scene from "The Wizard of Oz." (AP Photo/Warner Bros). Photo Essay. (CBS News)
'Wizard of Oz' turns 70 with remastered releases Sep 23, 2009
The Tin Woodsman (Jack Haley), Dorothy (Judy Garland), the Scarecrow (Ray Bolger) and the Cowardly Lion (Bert Lahr) are back in one-night screenings in Hi-Def on Wednesday and in remastered releases due Sept. 29. By Mike Clark, USA TODAY As movie buffs celebrate the 70th anniversary of this year, it's important to recall that at first, few were willing to bet Dorothy's Kansas farm on the success of a movie musical version of 's story. (USA Today -- Life)
'Wizard' goes hi-def for 70th anniversary Sep 23, 2009
Bert Lahr, left, as the Cowardly Lion, Ray Bolger as the Scarecrow, Judy Garland as Dorothy and Jack Haley as the Tinman, co-starred in "The Wizard of Oz." (1939 AP file). Local showing. (Florida Today)
What's happening: Local arts and events Sep 10, 2009
The Making of a Classic, which will offer audiences a unique peek into the Land of Oz through interviews with original Munchkin actors; an audio outtake of If I Only Had a Brain with Ray Bolger and July Garland, complete with stills and home movie footage; and a look at how the MGM artists and craftsmen created the music, costumes and amazing special effects for The Wizard of Oz in the 1930s. Tickets are available at theater box offices. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
The Wizard of Oz Like You've Never Seen or Heard It before! One-Night High Definition Event in Select Theaters Nationwide Set for September 23 Aug 20, 2009
The Making of a Classic will offer audiences a unique peek into the Land of Oz through interviews with original Munchkin actors; an audio outtake of If I Only Had a Brain with Ray Bolger and July Garland, complete with stills and home movie footage; and a look at how the MGM artists and craftsmen created the music, costumes and amazing special effects for The Wizard of Oz in the 1930s. Warner Home Video is proud to be part of the year-long celebration of this cinematic treasure. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Cole Porter song brought to life Aug 19, 2009
Mr Roberts, who now lives in London, said the song had meant to be performed by one of Rosalie's stars Ray Bolger, who went on to play the Scarecrow in the Wizard of Oz.. He said the lyric and the musical essence caught his attention. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Career clicks for celebrity photographer Jun 30, 2009
He dated a few celebrities, including Barbara Feldon, best known for her role on the TV show "Get Smart." Among his favorites were Ray Bolger, Norman Rockwell and Eva Gabor. "After I graduated, I went on tour for two years doing baby portraits all around the country, but I got tired of eating hamburgers and sleeping in hotels," he said. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Business)
WCFSO to play Wizard of Oz soundtrack to full-length film Apr 13, 2009
A longer version of Ray Bolger s dance directed by Busby Burkley & Ray Bolger had some hilarious moments, but the scene was scrapped after a few preview showings. The clip is now available in its entire form on the 2000 Warner Bros. (Waterloo Courier, IO)
DANCE DOC AN ATTENTION HOLDER Mar 13, 2009
One high point in "Carmen & Geoffrey" is Holder receiving a Tony Award for directing the Broadway production of "The Wiz" from Ray Bolger (who played the Scarecrow in the 1939 "The Wizard of Oz") and these two great dancers performing an impromptu routine together. Running time: 79 minutes. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Needham Senior Notes (Feb. 12) Feb 11, 2009
Over the years, he has worked with Arthur Fiedler, Sandler and Young, Phyllis Diller, Ray Bolger and others. Sign-up is required, but there is no fee for this event. (Needham Tab, MA)
