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'Wicked' Goes Green in Los Angeles 10/26
by Reynard Loki - Oct 7, 2008


The Los Angeles production of 'Wicked' announced today that as part of the national celebration of Wicked Day, 'Wicked' fans will be encouraged to commit to a green environment with a Wickedly green, Wickedly fun Scavenger Hunt through Hollywood on Sunday, October 26. Wicked Day is celebrated around the world in the cities where the hit musical is performing.

LA WICKED DAY Adds 'Pledge to be Green' Scavenger Hunt 10/26
by Robert Diamond - Oct 6, 2008


The Los Angeles production of WICKED announced today that as part of the national celebration of WICKED DAY, WICKED fans will be encouraged to commit to a green environment with a wickedly green, wickedly fun Scavenger Hunt through Hollywood on Sunday, October 26. WICKED DAY is celebrated around the world in the cities where the hit musical is performing.

Photo Flash: September 26 Proclaimed 'A WICKED Day in San Francisco'
by Robert Diamond - Oct 1, 2008


Mayor Gavin Newsom proclaimed 'A WICKED Day in San Francisco,' welcoming the international phenomenon back to the city where it had its world premiere. At a special Homecoming Party in Union Square, WICKED Producer David Stone accepted a proclamation from Luis Cancel, Director of Cultural Affairs for the City and County of San Francisco on behalf of Mayor Newsom. Producer David Stone was in San Francisco for the Homecoming as tickets went on sale for the open-ended engagement of WICKED, which begins performances at the Orpheum Theatre January 27, 2009. He was joined by cast members performing in Union Square for a group of enthusiastic fans.

'Wicked' 5th Anniversary Edition Cast Recording Re-Release Features Bonus Disc and Songs
by Eddie Varley - Sep 26, 2008


Wicked, of one Broadway's most popular musicals honors its upcoming fifth-anniversary with a special re-release of its top-selling cast album. The new fifth anniversary edition includes the original Broadway cast recording of Wicked plus a second disc full of bonus songs, including pop stars LeAnn Rimes and Delta Goodrem in a new recording of 'For Good.'

Tickets on Sale Today For 'Pal Joey' at Roundabout Theatre
by Faetra Petillo - Sep 26, 2008


Roundabout Theatre Company has cast Tony and Emmy Award winner and Academy Award nominated Stockard Channing (Vera Simpson), Tony Award winner Christian Hoff and Tony & Emmy nominated Martha Plimpton starring in a new Broadway production of PAL JOEY, with music by Richard Rodgers and lyrics by Lorenz Hart.

London Calling with 'Champaign Charlie' September 18th 2008.
by Charlie Salem - Sep 19, 2008


London Calling with 'Champaign Charlie' September 18th 2008.

Tickets Now on Sale for 'Wicked' at SHN
by Faetra Petillo - Sep 17, 2008


SHN is pleased to announce that tickets for the international phenomenon WICKED go on sale Friday, September 26, 2008 at 10 AM. WICKED returns home to San Francisco for an extended engagement beginning Tuesday, January 27, 2009 at the Orpheum Theatre. In conjunction with tickets going on sale, a very special free fan appreciation homecoming party will take place on Friday, September 26 in Union Square. The event will be hosted by Don Bleu from Star Radio and Jessica Aguirre from NBC TV and will also feature performances from the show.

'Wicked' and See's Candies Team Up To Give One Fan Chance to See 'Wicked' Around the World
by Faetra Petillo - Sep 11, 2008


is summer, premium confectioner See's Candies, the smash hit musical 'Wicked' and Hilton HHonors will grant one lucky individual the prize of a lifetime -an around-the-world trip to see 'Wicked' on the West Coast in New York and in London. Inside of one limited edition See's Candies 'Wicked' box of assorted chocolates will be a grand prize 'Emerald Ticket' and a 'Wicked Hilton HHonors Card.' Three hundred additional boxes will contain other prizes, including See's Candies gift certificates and 'Wicked' merchandise.

'Wicked Day' Comes To London This October
by Faetra Petillo - Sep 8, 2008


Sunday October 26 is Wicked Day 2008 in London. This year our free family event will take place at Lindley Hall (part of the Royal Horticultural Halls) where peoeple can all come together to celebrate everything WICKED from the past year. There will be competitions, exhibitions, opportunities to meet members of the cast and much more for you to enjoy. Additional information will be announced shortly.

Tickets Go On Sale Tomorrow, 9/5 for 'Yellow Brick Road Not Taken'; Full Celebrity Casting Coming Soon!
by Faetra Petillo - Sep 4, 2008


Tickets will go on sale to the general public on September 5 for THE YELLOW BRICK ROAD NOT TAKEN, a one-night-only, all-star benefit performance featuring scenes and songs from the original drafts of WICKED. Directed by Matt Lenz, the benefit will take place on Monday, October 27 at 7:30pm at the Gershwin Theatre (222 West 51st Street). The evening's proceeds will be donated to the New York Restoration Project. Celebrity casting will be announced in the coming weeks.

Final Block of Tickets Goes On Sale 9/7 for LA Wicked
by Robert Diamond - Sep 2, 2008


The final block of tickets for WICKED at the Pantages Theatre in Hollywood goes on sale Sunday, September 7.

'Wicked' Teams Up With Chicago Architecture Foundation
by BWW News Desk - Sep 2, 2008


Sail into the fall this September with another reason to enjoy Chicago's acclaimed Chicago Architectural Foundation river cruise one last time on Tuesday evenings in September.

'Wicked' Teams Up With Chicago Architecture Foundation
by Faetra Petillo - Aug 27, 2008


Sail into the fall this September with another reason to enjoy Chicago's acclaimed Chicago Architectural Foundation river cruise one last time on Tuesday evenings in September.

'Wicked' Celebrates 5th Anniversary with 'Yellow Brick Road' Benefit
by Faetra Petillo - Aug 21, 2008


As part of its 5th Anniversary celebration this October, the Broadway smash WICKED will present THE YELLOW BRICK ROAD NOT TAKEN, a one-night-only, all-star benefit performance featuring scenes and songs from the original drafts of WICKED. The benefit will take place on Monday, October 27 at 7:30pm at the Gershwin Theatre (222 West 51st Street).

'Wannabe Wicked' To Showcase 15 Finalists 8/20
by BWW News Desk - Aug 20, 2008


On Wednesday, August 20 at 7pm, 'Wannabe Wicked,' the competitive performance series, will showcase the 15 finalists who have made it to the last round of the competition.

Voting Now Open For "Wannabe Wicked' Contest
by Faetra Petillo - Aug 13, 2008


Universal City, California - On Wednesday, August 20 at 7pm, 'Wannabe Wicked,' the competitive performance series, will showcase the 15 finalists who have made it to the last round of the competition.

'Wannabe Wicked' To Showcase 15 Finalists 8/20
by Faetra Petillo - Aug 9, 2008


On Wednesday, August 20 at 7pm, 'Wannabe Wicked,' the competitive performance series, will showcase the 15 finalists who have made it to the last round of the competition.

Universal CitiWalk Hosts 'Wannabe Wicked' On 7/30 and 8/6
by BWW News Desk - Jul 30, 2008


As part of its free 'Summer Block Party' entertainment series, Universal CityWalk is partnering with the blockbuster musical WICKED to present 'Wannabe Wicked,' a competitive performance series that will award an aspiring performer with a walk-on appearance in the Los Angeles production.

'Wicked' Breaks Records in Australia
by BWW News Desk - Jul 18, 2008


The smash musical WICKED continues to break box office records worldwide when its latest international production opened on July 12 at the Regent Theatre in Melbourne, Australia.

Universal CitiWalk Hosts 'Wannabe Wicked' On 7/30 and 8/6
by BWW News Desk - Jul 17, 2008


As part of its free 'Summer Block Party' entertainment series, Universal CityWalk is partnering with the blockbuster musical WICKED to present 'Wannabe Wicked,' a competitive performance series that will award an aspiring performer with a walk-on appearance in the Los Angeles production.

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