Wicked’s Influence

Throughout history the written word and the stage have had an extensive influence on popular culture. On only needs to go back as far as the 1970s and ’80s to see how films, theatrical productions, books and art have shaped our society today. In the ensuing years more and more of the work of this and the preceeding decade of the ’90s will become apparent. If we go back as far as the 15 and 1600s, we have some brilliant examples of artists such as playwright William Shakespear and the writings like those found in the Anglican Book of Common Prayer, to see how historic literature and drama have informed what we see in the world today.

Thinking about this brings to mind the hit Broadway musical Wicked, which has become the biggest blockbuster of the Theater world since its premiere in 2003. Today the musical is still raking in over $1,000,000 in the box office. So how will this musical, and the book that inspired it, inform the culture of our future. As one of the most independent thinking nations of the world, one can already see the appeal of this story about a young and unusual woman who takes the chance of opposing the powers of her own country to further the cause of freedom. But what else is there in Wicked tickets that people love so much and how will its influence be seen in the future? Get your tickets for the musical and find out what you think about this when you see it live on stage. But be sure to check out tickets at StubHub.com, as tickets for the live show sell out fast! More on this subject in the future.

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