Follow the yellow brick road to find 'The Wizard of Oz'

LIONS, TIGERS AND BEARS, OH MY-Front, from left, Julie McDonald, Marilyn Zaslow, Jeff Wallach and James Ward are spooked by Pat Newbert's Wicked Witch, back row. Gypsies in a Trunk continues its 12th season of free Fairytales in the Park with "The Wizard of Oz." "The Wizard of Oz" is next up for the Gypsies in a Trunk as they continue their 12th season of free Fairytales in the Park presentations. Families are invited to join the fun as Dorothy and Toto search for a way home with the help of the Scarecrow, Tin Man and Cowardly Lion, dodging the Wicked Witch en route to meeting the Wizard of Oz.

Local author, playwright and actor Chris Carnicelli has written another fun tale for all ages to enjoy. Cast members include Carnicelli, Julie McDonald, Pat Newbert (also the director), Jeff Wallach, James Ward and Marilyn Zaslow.

All performances are presented in outdoor settings to allow children and their families to experience live theatre. Admis

sion is free, but donations will be accepted during intermission to help cover the costs of costumes and props. Picnickers are welcome. Dogs should be left at home.

Performances of "The Wizard of Oz" are at 11 a.m. Sat., July 1 at Foxfield Park, Westlake Village; repeated that afternoon at 4 p.m. at the Rancho Simi Bicentennial Amphitheater in Rancho Simi Park at the corner of Erringer and Royal in Simi Valley;and at 11:30 a.m. Sat., July 8 behind the Camarillo Community Center, 1605 E Burnley St.., Camarillo.

Ample seating is available on the ground at all locations. Call (661) 718-3968 for information.