WICKED Breaks San Francisco Box Office Record

The Producers of WICKED announced today that the smash hit musical, currently performing at the Orpheum Theatre (1192 Market Street), has broken the one-week San Francisco theatre box office record. WICKED grossed $ 1,459,610.50 in box office receipts for the week ending February 15, surpassing the record previously held by The Phantom of the Opera. This production is a significant homecoming for WICKED, which premiered in San Francisco before casting its spell on Broadway, winning 20 major awards, including the Grammy Award and three Tony Awards. Tickets are on sale now for the open-ended engagement of WICKED.

"I am thrilled to welcome the theatrical phenomenon, WICKED, back to the city where it had its world premiere," said Mayor Gavin Newsom. "San Francisco audiences and critics alike feel a special connection with the show, which has gone on to become a worldwide hit. Having WICKED here for an open-ended run is a great addition to the cultural experience in San Francisco, benefits our local economy, and is an absolute must-see."

As WICKED breaks box office records, crowds gather daily at the Orpheum Theatre. A day-of-show lottery for a limited number of $25 orchestra seats will be held prior to each performance, 2½ hours prior to curtain, ticket buyers can arrive at the Orpheum Theatre box office to have their names placed in the WICKED lottery barrel where thirty minutes later, names will be drawn for these seats. This lottery is available only in-person at the box office, with a limit of two tickets per person, cash only. Each person must have a valid photo I.D. in order to participate. Visit www.shnsf.com for more information.

PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE for WICKED:

Now through May 17
Tuesday - Saturday evenings at 8pm
Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday matinees at 2pm

Beginning May 19
Tuesday - Saturday evenings at 8pm
Saturday and Sunday matinees at 2pm
Sunday evenings at 7:30pm
Added Performance: Monday evening, June 22 at 8pm

Tickets for WICKED are now on sale for this open-ended engagement and range in price from $30 to $99. Tickets can be purchased online at shnsf.com and ticketmaster.com/wicked, through Ticketmaster Charge-By-Phone (415) 512-7770 and (800) 982-2787, at all Ticketmaster Ticket Centers and at the Orpheum Theatre Box Office (1192 Market at 8th St., Mon-Sat 10am - 6pm). Premium packages are also available for all performances. Groups of 20 or more may order now by calling Group Sales at (415) 551-2020.

For more information about WICKED at the Orpheum Theatre, please visit www.wickedthemusical.com/sf or www.shnsf.com. For information about WICKED world-wide, please visit www.wicked.com.