After the Wizardhas teamed up withThe Jeffrey Foundation’s “Circle of Love” Support Groupto present a special benefit screening of the film.This screening kicks off the “Circle of Love”Million Dollar Celebrity Challenge, a new campaign the foundation has begun to address current government budgeting shortfalls that have negatively affected all childcare centers in California, including the Jeffrey Foundation.

After the Wizard,based on characters in L. Frank BaumsThe Wonderful Wizard of Oz,tells the story of a 12-year-old Kansas orphan and a mutual friendship that has continued since Dorothy left Oz. The Tin Woodman and the Scarecrow make a comeback as they seek Dorothys help and set out on an unforgettable adventure to Kansas.

After the Wizard starsJordan Van Vrankenwho recently appeared in the Cameron Diaz comedyBad Teacher. The film also starsJermel Nakiaas the Scarecrow,Orien Richmanas the Tin Woodman,P. David Mitchellas the Lion,Peter Mark Richmanas Charles Samuel Williams,Helen Richmanas Mrs. Murphy,Loren Lesteras Dr. Edwards, andSusan Giosaas Ms. Thomson. This is the first feature film directed and written byHugh Gross. The film stars Jeffrey Foundation members, Peter Mark and Helen Richman.