The Wiz is a modern take on the well known Wizard of Oz, one of my all time favorite movies while growing up and still to this very day a top contender. In The Wiz, Dorthy and her friends Scarecrow, Cowardly Lion, and the Tinman finally arrive to the Emerald City. Only to find a materialistic society dancing on a mono-colored stage. What is so fascinating about this dancing sequence is the constant changing of the contrasting colors that reflect not only visually and physically onto the dancers, but also, mimic their behavior i.e “never seen in green,” “I’ll be caught dead in red.”
For this project, I was asked to produce a handmade creation that showcased a favorite film, book or musical recording within a confined space. Through much research and intention, I was able to assemble my own rendition of the Emerald City’s light show.