Dorothy will be a contemporary, music-infused YA retelling of L. Frank Baum's 1900 book, The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, set in modern-day Manhattan. Gwen Stefani and Blake Shelton will serve as executive producers, collaborating with producer Gina Matthews to develop the series for Prime Video. The series will use the Yellow Brick Road as a metaphor for the challenges and choices facing young adults in modern society. Gina Matthews describes Dorothy as a symbol of strength who demonstrates that with kindness and grit people can achieve great things and uplift others. Stefani expressed inspiration from blending music, emotion, and the character of Dorothy, while Shelton said Stefani's creativity and perspective are a natural fit for the project.
I've been in love with The Wizard of Oz books since I was a child. The story reminds us of the qualities we need to get through hard times, and Dorothy is a symbol of strength who shows us that with a little kindness - and a lot of grit - we can not only achieve great things but also lift up those around us. I'm excited to bring that message to the world, now more than ever.
It's a creative and modern take on a classic, and being part of something that blends music, emotion, and the character of Dorothy is inspiring to me.
a contemporary, music-infused YA retelling
challenges and choices facing young adults
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