Celebrate the 85th anniversary for the debut of 'The Wizard of Oz' in Oconomowoc

NOW: Celebrate the 85th anniversary for the debut of ’The Wizard of Oz’ in Oconomowoc

MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) -- The classic "The Wizard of Oz" made its debut more than 85 years ago. It premiered Aug. 15, 1939 at the Strand Theatre in downtown Oconomowoc. The city celebrates the debut every year and with it being the 85th anniversary, Visit Oconomowoc, Moonlit Movies and more have been planning an over-the-rainbow celebration. Diem Nguyen and Matt Spheeris from Moonlit Movies joined CBS 58 to share more about the event. 

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