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Musical film "High School Musical" equated in endurance to classic "The Wizard of Oz" by its original cast member.

At Sphere's screening of "The Wizard of Oz," our entertainment correspondent, Courtney Tezeno, had a chance encounter with a prominent actor from the hit series "High School Musical."

"Musical film classic 'High School Musical' is compared by its star to the enduring legacy of 'The...
"Musical film classic 'High School Musical' is compared by its star to the enduring legacy of 'The Wizard of Oz'"

Musical film "High School Musical" equated in endurance to classic "The Wizard of Oz" by its original cast member.

Kaycee Stroh, best known for her role as Martha Cox in "High School Musical," has found a new passion in the classic film "The Wizard of Oz." The actress, who grew up on the movie, has a personal connection to it as it was her first acting role, which she booked in the fourth grade.

Stroh's love for "The Wizard of Oz" was further solidified when she started acting and singing in addition to being a competitive dancer. She views the film as a classic that has passed on from generation to generation, much like her own breakout role in "High School Musical."

The "Wizard of Oz" at Sphere has been a significant part of Stroh's life and career. She attended the premiere of the production and expressed excitement about the possibility of playing Dorothy in Blake Shelton and Gwen Stefani's upcoming series. Stroh even suggested herself for the role of plus-sized Dorothy, showing her commitment to diversity and inclusivity in the entertainment industry.

Stroh believes she was put on earth to act, sing, and dance simultaneously. She compared the impact of "The Wizard of Oz" to that of "High School Musical," stating that it's every actor's dream to have a role that becomes a classic forever.

Tickets for "The Wizard of Oz" at Sphere are currently on sale through March. The production is running indefinitely, giving audiences the opportunity to experience the magic of Oz. Stroh, who attended the premiere, was interviewed by entertainment reporter Courtney Tezeno about her love for the film and her hopes for the future.

Despite no information being available about who played Dorothy in Stroh's fourth-grade production or who applied for the role in the series by Blake Shelton and Gwen Stefani, one thing is certain - Kaycee Stroh's love for "The Wizard of Oz" continues to grow. She is eager to see who will be chosen for the roles in the upcoming series and looks forward to the future of this beloved classic.

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