Wicked Makes a Grand Entrance in Australia

Wicked has certainly gained ground in Australia, becoming one of the most popular plays of all time in the country.  It has brought a significant boost to the box office and has captured the attention of all Oz lovers in the region.  The musical has generated a $7.25 million profit in advance bookings ahead of its July 12 premiere.  The number has not been matched since 25 years ago when the big shows of the day were “Cats” and “Phantom of the Opera.”  Wicked has sparked international interest in the land of Oz once again, this time focusing on the characters of the two witches in the story, Elphaba the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda, the Good Witch.

Wicked definitely takes you on a different path down the yellow brick road…not focusing on the story of Dorothy and her little dog, but instead introducing us to the world of the witches, whose beliefs and convictions take them on very different routes through the land of Oz.  This is a story for the entire family, so grab your own witch hat and make sure that you get a pair of Wicked tickets today from Stubhub.com.

Permalink - Posted in Uncategorized on April 30, 2008 - Post a comment

What a Wickedly Wonderful Show!

Are you ready to see a fantastic show?  You will want to get your pair of tickets to go see Wicked as soon as possible.  Wicked is a popular show on Broadway and is also in a national touring production where it can be enjoyed in many different cities, like Chicago and Los Angeles.  Starting in January, Wicked will make the move to San Francisco, much to the delight of all fans who currently reside in the City by the Bay.  The musical has become a huge hit with fans of all ages, including the young and old.  Take along all of your friends and family members so that you can enjoy this production as a group.

This is a great way to spend a Friday or Saturday night outside of your house.  Wicked tells the story of Oz from a completely different perspective: that of the witches.  The two stars of the show are: Elphaba, the wicked witch of the west and Glinda of the Good Witch.  It is interesting to see how both of these witches decide to spend their lives and the consequences and repercussions of their actions.  This is long before Dorothy and her little dog drop into Oz, so introduce yourself to a completely different side of Oz, get your Wicked tickets today.

Permalink - Posted in Uncategorized on April 29, 2008 - Post a comment

Get Out and See Wicked For Yourself!

Wicked has taken the theater world by storm.  All along Broadway and throughout the nation and the world, Wicked has become a phenomenon.  It has been extremely popular among the younger generation, but has also drawn in crowds of older people, who fondly remember the Wizard of Oz books, penned by author L. Frank Baum.  Baum is regarded for writing several “Oz” books and Gregory Maguire took up the story with his own original story of “Wicked.”  The musical features the same characters in the book but just jazzes it up with impressive set design and great musical scores.

Make sure that you take a different path down the yellow brick road and go see this great musical that will get you singing and dancing to all of the great music.  Also see how it all began with the Wicked Witch of the West and with Glinda the Good Witch.  You will love the opportunity to see this great show that has won many awards and praise since its start on the theater.  Tell all of your friends and family members about the show and get your pair of Wicked tickets as soon as possible.

Permalink - Posted in Uncategorized on April 28, 2008 - Post a comment

Wicked on Tour!

Wicked has become one of theater’s most popular musical these days.  Luckily for fans of the musical don’t have to travel all the way to Broadway to see this exceptional production…you can catch the national tour and according to recent reviews, the Wicked Tour is living up to all of people’s expectations.  This review especially praises the touring show, saying, “A new young audience embraced the message, and the bombastic score and set design, always a draw on Broadway, have made the show a humongous hit.”

According to press notes about the show, which is based on Gregory Maguire’s hefty 1995 novel, Wicked is about the two witches from L. Frank Baum’s story “The Wizard of Oz.”  There is Glinda, the Good Witch and Elphaba the Wicked Witch of the West, who end up being roommates at a school for sorcery.  Each ends up taking different paths on the road to Oz and ultimately writes the story for their own beliefs and convictions.  Make sure not to miss this phenomenal story with your own pair of Wicked tickets from Stubhub.com.

Permalink - Posted in Uncategorized on April 25, 2008 - Post a comment

Wicked Will Have a Longer Run in the City By the Bay

Wicked has become an insanely popular play with people around the world.  Next year it is scheduled to close on Broadway, but many fans will have further opportunities to see this fantastic show at different locations throughout the nation.  It is currently playing at theaters in Chicago and Los Angeles as well as the national tour.  Beginning in January 2009, the musical will have an extended run in San Francisco at the Orpheum Theatre.  Wicked has been a top performer in ticket sales and has broken box office records around the world.

According to press notes, “the show is based on the novel “Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West” by Gregory Maguire, which in turn is based on the Oz stories by L. Frank Baum.  It tells the story of two witches of Oz: Flinda and Elphaba.  Hoping to take up sorcery, they meet at a school called Chiz.  Glinda is popular and Elphaba isn’t happy about it and to make matters worse, they are roommates.  But they sort it all out as their life paths keep crossing.  They eventually go to Emerald City and meet the Wizard.”  Get your Wicked tickets from Stubhub.com.

Permalink - Posted in Uncategorized on April 24, 2008 - Post a comment

Understudies From Both Wicked and Spelling Bee Set to Take Part in Underworld

Many Broadway understudies will take to the stage on May 19 for the much anticipated Underworld Benefit.  Members from both the shows of Wicked and Spelling Bee are ready to take centerstage in a few weeks to help spark support for the cause of Maieutic Theatre Works or MTWorks, which itself supports the development of emerging playrights.  The performers who are slated for the 7:30PM evening show, according to Playbill.com, are: David Garry (Company), Carly Hughes (25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee), Chelsea Kromback (Wicked), Lindsay Northern (Wicked), Jacqui Polk (Hairspray), Heather Spore (Wicked), Andrew Varela (Sunday in the Park with George), Katrina Yaukey (Company) and Catherine Walker (Mary Poppins).

This is a great opportunity to help support a good cause and you will want to see all of these talented performers onstage.  Don’t miss all of these popular shows on Broadway and nationally.  If you want to see one of the most respected and fantastic new shows to hit the theaters, don’t miss the wonderful world of Wicked.  You will follow the stories of the two witches of Oz, so don’t delay, get your own pair of Wicked tickets from Stubhub.com.

Permalink - Posted in Uncategorized on April 23, 2008 - Post a comment

See a Witch, Good or Bad!

Are you a fan of L. Frank Baum’s book “The Wizard of Oz”?  You will love the prequel to the story which has taken the Broadway world by storm, called “Wicked.”  The story of course deals with the two witches of the land of Oz, Glinda the Good Witch and Elphaba, also known as the Wicked Witch of the West.  “Wicked” starts before the witches find themselves in Oz, when they are rooming together at a sorcery school.  Who they eventually become and what they end up believing is a result of their prior beliefs and actions.  It is a great story to take the whole family to.

According to the website of “Wicked,” the play tells the untold story of the witches of Oz and it features music and lyrics by Stephen Schwartz and a book by Winnie Holzman and is based on the best selling novel by Gregory Maguire.  Wicked is directed by 2003 and 2004 Tony Award winner Joe Mantello.  If you are looking to see a great show that will change your perceptions of the Land of Oz, make sure not to miss out on a once in a lifetime opportunity, get your pair of Wicked tickets today!

Permalink - Posted in Uncategorized on April 22, 2008 - Post a comment

Two Stars Return to Wicked!

Two shining stars from the hit Broadway musical, “Wicked” will make their way back to the stage come this spring.  Kendra Kassebaum will return to the role of Glinda the Good Witch and Jayne Houdyshell will once again return to the character of Madame Morrible.  Kassebaum has portrayed Glinda in the Broadway production and also in the national production of Wicked.  She has also appeared in the play, The Receptionist, Assassins and Rent.  Janye Houdyshell is currently starring in the Paul Rudnick comedy and she also appeared in The Receptionist alongside Kassebaum.  She has been awarded many honors over the years for her work on the stage.

According to press notes, Wicked tells the story of “long before Dorothy drops in.”  Two other girls meet int he Land of Oz.  One, born with emerald-green skin, is smart, fiery and misunderstood.  The other is beautiful, ambitious and very popular.  Wicked tells the story of their remarkable odyssey, how these two unlikely friends grow to become the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good Witch.”  It has become one of Broadway’s biggest hits and is a favorite among theater-going patrons worldwide.  Be sure to get your own pair of Wicked tickets as soon as possible!

Permalink - Posted in Uncategorized on April 21, 2008 - Post a comment

See Wicked Today!

Wicked has been named the Touring Broadway Audience Choice Award winner for the second year at Broadway League’s annual prize giving.  The musical has become immensely popular throughout the world and many people love going to see the story of the two witches of Oz, a story that is the prequel to the famous story of the Wizard of Oz.  The musical has won many awards over the years and continues to be a popular favorite among theater going patrons around the world.  If you want to see a great show, you will want to take your friends and family members to see this great musical.

Wicked tells the story of the two witches of Oz and takes viewers on a different path of the yellow brick road.  Glinda, the good witch and Elphaba the Wicked Witch of the West are the two main characters in this story and it turns out their their convictions and decisions made as they roomed together at sorcery school would take them on entirely different paths in the land of Oz.  Get your Wicked tickets today!

Permalink - Posted in Uncategorized on April 18, 2008 - Post a comment

See Wicked Live!

If you are looking for a great musical to attend, be sure to check out a production of Wicked that is taking place in a city near you.  The acclaimed musical has received not only national, but international attention and there are plenty of fans who have frequented the show numerous times to get a good glimpse of the two witches of Oz.  This is a whole new take on the story that L. Frank Baum published all the years ago.  If you are a big time Wizard of Oz fan you will want to head to the theater before tickets are all sold out.

Wicked, according to the official website is about the time, “long before Dorothy dropped in, when two other girls meet in the Land of Oz.  One, born with emerald green skin, is smart, fiery and misunderstood.  The other is beautiful, ambitious and very popular.  How these two unlikely friends end up as the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good Witch makes for the spellbinding new musical in years.  Tell all of your friends and family members and get your own pair of Wicked tickets today!

Permalink - Posted in Uncategorized on April 17, 2008 - Post a comment


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