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Wicked

Why see Wicked?

Defying Gravity Since 2003 

See the original stage production!

Forget all that you know about The Wizard of Oz and be transported once again to the magical land of Oz! This time, however, the action takes place way before the arrival of Dorothy and her pooch Toto. Wicked is the story of two magically inclined women, one blonde, and one green of skin - and their coming of age as the forces of good and (perceived) 'wicked'.

Based on the critically acclaimed novel by Gregory Maguire, Wicked explores the foundation of the Oz legend, what made Glinda and Elphaba become the icons of good and bad, and whether all is what it appears to be in later stories.

Wicked was the smash hit of the new millennium that continues to break records over 15 years later with Stephen Schwartz's breathtaking original songs, including "Defying Gravity", "Popular" and "As Long As You're Mine", creating the perfect soundtrack to this beloved new classic.

What Is The Story Of Wicked?

Thrown together as unwilling roommates at The University of Shiz, initially the beautiful, blonde, and effervescent Glinda clashes with the fiery, misunderstood, green-skinned Elphaba. Facing various challenges in their experiences, they learn to put their differences aside and form an unexpected bond that stays with them for years to come, despite the political and magical upheaval that engulfs Oz. What makes someone truly "Wicked?" An uplifting and affirming adventure that journeys way below the skin and the heart of life.

Did You Know?

Elphaba's green transformation is down to MAC PRO Chromacake in Landscape Green, which was specially created just for the show, and is not available for regular purchase (Booooo.) Pots of the emerald hue are mixed with water because its non-smudging powers are the most long-lasting. It's almost like magic... Kudos, MAC.

Key Information

Audience

Recommended age for children is 8 years and up. There is nothing of a vulgar or sexual nature, but there are adult themes. Everyone is required to have a ticket.

Run Time

Two hours and 30 minutes with one 15 minute interval

Dates

8 Dec - 12 Jan 2025

Upcoming Performances

Cast

Laura Pick as Elphaba
Sarah O'Connor as Glinda
Carl Man as Fiyero 
Simeon Truby as Doctor Dillamond and The Wizard 
Donna Berlin as Madame Morrible
Jed Berry as Boq
Megan Gardiner as Nessarose
Casey Al-Shaqsy as Standby Elphaba

With
Thomas Charles, Julie Cloke, Charlotte Coggin, Freddie Conway, Aine Curran, Jade Davies, Kamau Davis, Russell Dickson, Maddison Firth, Lydia Gerrard, James Gower-Smith, Shoko Ito, Holly Lawrence, Nick Len, Stephanie Lindo, Will Lucas, Will Luckett, Rozz Mbwembwe, Georgina Mcelwee, Conor O'Hara, Shereen Osman, Stuart Rouse, Christina Shand, Adam Stickler and Frazer Woolcott

Awards

2004 TONY AWARDS

Wins
Best Costume Design: Susan Hilferty
Best Scene Design: Eugene Lee
Best Actress in a Musical: Idinal Menzel

Nominations
Best Musical
Best Original Score: Stephen Schwartz
Best Book of a musical: Winnie Holzman
Best Lighting Desigm: Kenneth Posner
Best Choreography: Wayne Cilento
Best Orchestrations: William David Brohn

DRAMA DESK AWARDS

Oustanding Musical

Outstanding Lyrics: Stephen Schwartz

Outstanding Book: Winnie Holzman

Oustanding Costume Design: Susan Hilferty

Oustanding Set Design of a musical: Eugene Lee

Oustanding Director of a Musical: Joe Mantello

OUTER CRITICS CIRCLE AWARDS

Outstanding Broadway Musical

Outstanding Direction of a Musical: Joe Mantello

Outstanding Set Design: Eugene Lee

Oustanding Costume Design: Susan Hilferty

THE DRAMA LEAGUE AWARDS

Outstanding Production of a Musical

EDDY AWARD

Susan Hilferty and the entire costume team won the Eddy Award - for Wicked's Costumes

GRAMMY AWARD

Best Musical Show Album - original cast recording of Wicked

Reviews

Our review

Enchanting, Brilliant, Timeless

Almost 13 years after it's debut, you still can't go wrong with Wicked, a perfect adventure for the whole family! Eugene Lee's scenic design coupled with Susan Hilferty's costume artistry will have you engrossed in their magic throughout the production.

Nicola Quinn

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Customer reviews

11 reviews, average rating: (3.5 Stars)

Sue M

Fabulous!

Absolutely brilliant! Everything was spectacular - the leads, cast, dancers, choreography, musicians, lighting, staging. Just wow!!!!!!! Brilliant response from a packed house. ...... ... Read more

Angela

Fabulous !!!!

I’ve seen Wicked! 4 times- three times in London and once previously in Liverpool Empire- Friday 21st June was my 5th time and it was my absolute favourite performance !!!! The Empire Theatre is wonderful too. ... Read more

Glad Robinson

Fabulous show

I went with my daughter today for the afternoon matinee.This is my second time and probably my daughter's sixth.Both of us loved every minute of it , singing was fantastic by all characters It gave us both goosebumps.Would highly recommend it. ... Read more
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