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The Wizard of Oz

Date & Time

Sat. Apr. 06, 2024 8 PM-10 PM
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Location Main Campus

Film Information

Theater The Amphitheater of The Brown Foundation, Inc. Plaza
Directed by Victor Fleming and King Vidor
Year 1939
Length 102 minutes
Country USA
Language English

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The Wizard of Oz

Date & Time

Sat. Apr. 06, 2024 8 PM-10 PM
This event has passed

Location Main Campus

Film Information

Theater The Amphitheater of The Brown Foundation, Inc. Plaza
Directed by Victor Fleming and King Vidor
Year 1939
Length 102 minutes
Country USA
Language English

The Wizard of Oz / SOLD OUT
The MFAH debuts an outdoor movie viewing experience: Moonlight Movies under the stars on the sloping roof of the Glassell School of Art in the Amphitheater on The Brown Foundation, Inc. Plaza.

Relish the beloved classic The Wizard of Oz as Dorothy (Judy Garland) and her friends follow the yellow brick road.

Each guest receives a complimentary bag of popcorn, and movie-themed cocktails are available for purchase. Entry to the space begins at 7 p.m., and the film starts at 8 p.m.

Admission SOLD OUT

  • $20
    MFAH members, students with ID, seniors (65+), and members of MFAH Film Buffs receive a $5 discount.

Plan Your Visit

Helpful Information

  • A headset is provided to each guest for premium sound quality. 
  • Please do not bring outside food or drink.
  • Seating on the sloping roof is first come, first served.
  • Dress comfortably for Houston weather and backless bench seating. Feel free to bring a stadium seat or cushion.
  • No refunds or exchanges of tickets.
  • Restrooms are available inside the Glassell School of Art.
  • In the event of inclement weather, look to your email for details before coming to the Museum, as cancellation may be necessary. Refunds will be arranged.
  • On these Saturdays, Cafe Leonelli stays open until 7 p.m. Le Jardinier is open until 10 p.m.
  • Pets may not be brought into the Museum; service animals on leashes and under their owners’ control are welcome.

Email Your Questions [email protected]

Underwriting for the Film Department is provided by Tenaris, The June Leaf and Robert Frank Foundation, and the Vaughn Foundation.

Generous funding is provided by The Consulate General of the Republic of Korea; Nina and Michael Zilkha; Lois Chiles; Foundation for Independent Media Arts; Franci Neely; Carrin Patman and Jim Derrick; Ms. Laurence Unger; L'Alliance Française de Houston; and ILEX Foundation.