Was the Snow in 'The Wizard of Oz' Asbestos?

The Wizard of Oz' has generated lore, myths, and rumors surrounding its production, including the use of asbestos for snow.
The Times Leader

In Frame: Ahead of ‘Wicked: For Good,’ let’s rank the songs from ‘The Wizard of Oz’

Stop! Before reading any further, please go read my colleague Margaret Roarty’s “In Frame” column from August entitled <a href=" target="_blank">‘The Wizard of Oz’ turns 86. Like Margaret, I’m an ...
Forbes

‘Wicked’ Dangers Behind The Classic ‘The Wizard Of Oz’ Production

“The Wizard of Oz,” named the most-seen film in movie history by the U.S. Library of Congress, faced many challenges on set due to the lack of safety protocols in the late 1930s. The November 2024 ...
Yahoo

The Wizard of Oz at the Sphere – here’s what it’s like to attend

A classic movie is back on the big screen in a completely immersive format. The Wizard of Oz is now playing at the Sphere in Las Vegas and producers turned to AI to transform it for the giant dome. “I ...
USA Today

Oz-some! ASF’s ‘Wizard’ shines with brains, heart, plenty of magic

Who needs ruby slippers? The Alabama Shakespeare Festival’s production of the “Wizard of Oz” will supply all the magic you need. This is a play that has found a perfect home at ASF, thanks to its ...
KSAT

‘The Wizard of Oz’ musical now playing at the San Pedro Playhouse

Lucero Garcia as Dorothy Gale and Taylor James as Glinda in San Pedro Playhouse's production of "The Wizard of Oz" (Andrew Wilson, KSAT 2024) SAN ANTONIO – “The Wizard of Oz” musical is now playing in ...