Nicolet College student Katie Brewster longs for life "Over the Rainbow."  In her first production with the TLTC, Brewster beautifully portrayed the young Dorothy Gale. (Photo by Linda Goldsworthy)

Since he fails to demonstrate brain power when faced with the imposing Miss Gulch, Gary Milanowski's farmhand character defends himself to the outraged Dorothy. "The Wizard of Oz" was Milanowski's second show with the TLTC. (Photo by Linda Goldsworthy)

"Henry Gale!" shouts Miss Gulch, determined to take the "menacing" dog Toto to task for biting her.  The indomitable Gulch was played by Joey Wotjusik, a retired English teacher. (Photo by Linda Goldsworthy)

"Are you a good witch or a bad witch?" asks Glinda, the Good Witch of the North.  Donna Russell, who's been a part of every TLTC production since 1994, played the magical Glinda. (Photo by Linda Goldsworthy)

Sorting the newly-hatched chicks leaves little time for Aunt Em (Anita Phelps) to listen to Dorothy.   (Photo by Linda Goldsworthy)

Farmhands Zeke, Tim Bohn,  and Hickory, Michael Wang,  bask in the limelight, boasting of their abilities to all who would listen.   (Photo by Linda Goldsworthy)

Work on the plains of Kansas never seems to end as farmhands Hickory, Zeke, and Hunk find out.  The three appear too busy to listen to young Dorothy's pleas for help with Miss Gulch. (Photo by Linda Goldsworthy)

After running away from home, Dorothy encounters the magnificent Professor Marvel and his traveling caravan. (Photo by Linda Goldsworthy)

Fearful of the house that has just landed in their midst, the Munchkins cower behind flowers and lollipops.  Costume designer Dianna Blicharz designed over 22 costumes to bring Munchkinland to life. (Photo by Linda Goldsworthy)

Proclaiming that the Wicked Witch of the East was truly and most "assuredly" dead, Munchkin Coroner Jake Nitzel displays the Witch's death certificate to Barrister Dave Kirby and Mayor Larry George. (Photo by Linda Goldsworthy)

Munchkin Jackie Ribbe prepares to greet Dorothy and Toto.  Ribbe, who last had a role in "Fiddler on the Roof," returned for the 10-year anniversary production. (Photo by Linda Goldsworthy)

Enjoying the camaraderie of being part of the production, Munchkins Betty DeFreece, Robin LeMoine, Wendy Borowski, and Jennifer Schober brought life to the production. (Photo by Scott Brewster)

Audiences enjoy the antics of the Lollipop Guild members Debbie Holewinski, Betty DeFreece, and Wendy Borowski, as they serenade Dorothy.  (Photo by Linda Goldsworthy)

Lullaby League members Laurie Craig, Jennifer Korecky, and Cindy Wang display some ballet moves as part of their welcome.   (Photo by Linda  Goldsworthy)

One of the younger members of the cast, Jake Nitzel gives an air of authority to the role of Munchkin coroner. (Photo by Linda Goldsworthy)

 Munchkin Mayor Larry George gives new meaning to the term 'stage presence' in his inflated costume. (Photo by Linda Goldsworthy)

Jeff Liebscher and Toni Collins make the perfect Munchkin couple in their flower-themed costumes. (Photo by Linda Goldsworthy)

Dorothy and Toto (his real name) enjoy the  Munchkin's kindness and songs as she enters the wonderful world of Oz. (Photo by Linda Goldsworthy)

Munchkins Judy Stoehr and Teri Meyer match in plaid and blue.  Both Stoehr and Meyer have been in other TLTC productions. (Photo by Scott Brewster)

Real life teacher Kara Miller steps into the position of the strict Munchkin School Teacher who brings the Lollipop Guild to order when needed. (Photo by Linda Goldsworthy)

Having portrayed a mother and a nurse in previous shows, Munchkin Sue Stefonek plays one of the school teachers in "The Wizard of Oz." (Photo by Linda Goldsworthy)

Flower munchkins Michelle Bryski and Jackie Ribbe pose for a quick photo. Bryski held multiple roles in the production and choreographed the entire show. (Photo by Linda Goldsworthy)

Other Munchkinland Photos

Adventures Along the Yellow Brick Road

Giving directions isn't the Scarecrow's most accurate ability; however TLTC veteran Karen Schmitt's abilities to sing, dance and act would amaze audiences. (Photo by Linda Goldsworthy)

Talking Scarecrows are yet another unique aspect of Oz that Dorothy discovers as she follows the Yellow Brick Road to see the great and powerful Wizard of Oz. (Photo by Linda Goldsworthy)

Talking trees Becky Henderson and Beth Jacobson  scold Dorothy and the Scarecrow for trying to pick apples from their branches. (Photo by Linda Goldsworthy)

Dorothy discovers the Tinman, Roger Stevens, while searching for apples.  The Tinman costume was specially designed to fit Stevens' 6'6" frame with the help of Dave Kirby. (Photo by Linda Goldsworthy)

Hoping to convince the Scarecrow to join her, Dorothy extols the virtues of the Wizard of Oz. (Photo by Linda Goldsworthy)

Not even dancing Crows Deb Risse, Beth Bloom and Cynthia Wallis are frightened of the Scarecrow. (Photo by Linda Goldsworthy)

Audiences were often amused by the antics of Toto Sankey, the dog who worked perfectly with Dorothy and the Scarecrow. (Photo by Linda Goldsworthy)

After hopping out from behind a tree, the Cowardly Lion attacks the Tinman, hoping to show some courage. (Photo by Linda Goldsworthy)

Patrick Nickel presents his best Cowardly Lion face. Nickel's portrayal of the famous character won the hearts of many audiences. (Photo by Linda Goldsworthy)

Quaking apple tree Teri Meyer looks on as Dorothy, Toto, Scarecrow and Tinman make their way down the Yellow Brick Road. (Photo by Linda Goldsworthy)

Young Dorothy sleeps as Poppy Jackie Ribbe weaves an evil magical spell at the request of the Wicked Witch of the West. (Photo by Linda Goldsworthy)

Poppy Kara Miller displays the talented handiwork of set designer Lynn Bonack who created the poppy headdress. (Photo by Linda Goldsworthy)