Wicked 2007 - Articles Page 12

Run Time:
2 hours and 30 minutes with one intermission
Ages: 7+
Opened: February 21, 2007

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WICKED, the Broadway sensation, looks at what happened in the Land of Oz... but from a different angle. Long before Dorothy arrives, there is another young woman, born with emerald-green skin—smart, fiery, misunderstood and possessing an extraordinary talent. When she meets a bubbly blonde who is exceptionally popular, their initial rivalry turns into the unlikeliest of friendships... until the world decides to call one "good," and the other one "wicked." From the first electrifying note to the final breathtaking moment, WICKED—the untold true story of the Witches of Oz—transfixes audiences with its wildly inventive story that USA Today calls "A COMPLETE TRIUMPH! An original musical that will make you laugh, cry and think."

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La Jolla Announces Cast, Creative Team for LIMELIGHT
by Nicolas Coburn - Aug 5, 2010


La Jolla Playhouse announces the cast of its world-premiere musical Limelight: The Story of Charlie Chaplin, music and lyrics by Christopher Curtis, book by Christopher Curtis and Thomas Meehan and directed by Michael Unger, running September 7 - October 17, 2010 (media night: Sunday, September 19 at 7:00 pm) in the Mandell Weiss Theatre.

Morrison Center for the Arts Releases 2010-2011 Schedule
by Marivic Tagala - Aug 4, 2010


The Morrison Center for the Performing Arts announces its 2010-2011 season schedule. Touring companies of THE COLOR PURPLE, GREASE, LEGALLY BLONDE, FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, WICKED, and MAMMA MIA are scheduled to appear as well as local musical, ballet, and acting performances.

IN THE HEIGHTS Welcomes Sparks, Beltron, Oliver, Taylor-Corbett, Rua 8/19
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jul 19, 2010


The 2008 Tony and Grammy Award-winning Best Musical In The Heights welcomes platinum recording artists and 2007 'American Idol' winner Jordin Sparks making her Broadway debut as Nina Rosario beginning Thursday, August 19, 2010 at Broadway's Richard Rodgers Theatre (226 West 46th Street).

Hunter Gatherers Plays Convergence-Continuum, 7/16-8/14
by BWW News Desk - Jul 16, 2010


convergence-continuum continues its 2010 Season at the Liminis theatre with the Ohio premiere of Hunter Gatherers, an outrageous knock-about comedy, by Peter Sinn Nachtrieb. With Hunter Gatherers, Peter Sinn Nachtrieb (playwright of boom) has concocted a combination of zany farce and wicked social satire. Pam and Richard are hosting their best friends, Wendy and Tom, for their annual dinner get-together. An animal sacrifice kicks off the evening, followed by a little more sex, violence, deception, revelations, wrestling and dancing than in previous years. A darkly comic evening where the line between civilized and primal human is blurred, and where not everyone will survive long enough to enjoy the brownies for dessert.

WICKED, MAMMA MIA! et al. Set for Broadway in Boise at Morrison Center in 2010-2011
by Jessica Lewis - Jul 13, 2010


In 1997 the Morrison Center partnered with a Utah-based agency in order to present top-notch entertainment in Boise. Since that time, the Treasure Valley has enjoyed productions such as: Jesus Christ Superstar; the first National tour of Miss Saigon; Annie; Cats; Chicago; Rent; and the international mega hit Mamma Mia!. Other notable events stemming from this collaboration include: David Copperfield; Bill Cosby; Kurt Bestor; and Hal Holbrook's Mark Twain.

Hunter Gatherers Plays Convergence-Continuum, 7/16-8/14
by Nicolas Coburn - Jul 1, 2010


convergence-continuum continues its 2010 Season at the Liminis theatre with the Ohio premiere of Hunter Gatherers, an outrageous knock-about comedy, by Peter Sinn Nachtrieb. With Hunter Gatherers, Peter Sinn Nachtrieb (playwright of boom) has concocted a combination of zany farce and wicked social satire. Pam and Richard are hosting their best friends, Wendy and Tom, for their annual dinner get-together. An animal sacrifice kicks off the evening, followed by a little more sex, violence, deception, revelations, wrestling and dancing than in previous years. A darkly comic evening where the line between civilized and primal human is blurred, and where not everyone will survive long enough to enjoy the brownies for dessert.

Stephanie J. Block Leads MY AMERICAN FAMILY Reading 6/21
by BWW News Desk - Jun 21, 2010


Stephanie J. Block (Drama desk nomination for 9 to 5, Wicked, The Boy From Oz) will join Gretchen Bieber (Hairspray), Joel Blum (Two-time TONY nominee, Steel Pier, Showboat), Rebecca Eichenberger (Phantom of the Opera, Carousel), Jonathan Kaplan (Diary of Anne Frank, Theatre World Award, Tony nomination for Falsettos), Erik Liberman (Lovemusik), Lindsay Northen (Wicked), Noah Weisberg(Enron, South Pacific )and Lee Zarrett (Hair) for an industry reading of a new musical MY AMERICAN FAMILY .

Julia Murney to join Houston Symphony in September
by Erin Privratsky - Jun 20, 2010


Broadway star Julia Murney will be joining the Houston Symphony for a special concert series called 'Broadway Rocks!' on September 3, 4, and 5. Three additional vocalists will join Ms. Murney and will be announced at a later date. They will be backed by the Gay Men's Chorus of Houston to perform show stopping numbers from the latest generation of Broadway musicals like Wicked, Mamma Mia, The Lion King, RENT, and more.

Noll, Butler, Foster, Doyle, Spangler etc. Join NYMTF BEST OF THE FEST 6/21
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jun 16, 2010


Christiane Noll (Ragtime), Kerry Butler (Rock of Ages, Xanadu), Hunter Foster (Million Dollar Quartet), Nick Spangler (The Fantasticks, Winner: 'The Amazing Race') Alex Brightman (WICKED), Matt Doyle (Spring Awakening), Jamie LaVerdiere (The Producers), Leo Ash Evens (West Side Story 50th Anniversary Tour), and Brian Gonzales (Shrek) have joined the cast of the New York Musical Theater Festival (NYMF) kickoff to the 7th season: BEST OF FEST, a gala celebration to toast the achievements of the Festival's alumni.

Stephanie J. Block Leads MY AMERICAN FAMILY Reading 6/21
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jun 15, 2010


Stephanie J. Block (Drama desk nomination for 9 to 5, Wicked, The Boy From Oz) will join Gretchen Bieber (Hairspray), Joel Blum (Two-time TONY nominee, Steel Pier, Showboat), Rebecca Eichenberger (Phantom of the Opera, Carousel), Jonathan Kaplan (Diary of Anne Frank, Theatre World Award, Tony nomination for Falsettos), Erik Liberman (Lovemusik), Lindsay Northen (Wicked), Noah Weisberg(Enron, South Pacific )and Lee Zarrett (Hair) for an industry reading of a new musical MY AMERICAN FAMILY .

TV: SETH'S 31 Deconstructions in 31 Days - WICKED's Julia Murney in HAIR!
by Robert Diamond - May 28, 2010


Today, Seth deconstructs WICKED's Julia Murney in HAIR. Seth writes 'This is from the Actors Fund production of HAIR. Available on Amazon and iTunes. She's a great singer and actress. Brava!'

Tickets Go On Sale 5/20 For Columbus Run Of WICKED
by BWW News Desk - May 20, 2010


After breaking box office records and selling out in record time in 2007, the smash-hit musical WICKED will return to the Ohio Theatre for five weeks only July 28-August 29. Tickets for the return engagement will go on sale to the public Thursday, May 20.

Tix For The Ohioh Theater Run of WICKED Go On Sale 5/20
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 13, 2010


After breaking box office records and selling out in record time in 2007, the smash-hit musical WICKED will return to the Ohio Theatre for five weeks only July 28-August 29.

Photo Flash: WICKED Welcomes Lee Mead To The Show Tonight
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 10, 2010


WICKED, recently voted London's 'Most Popular Show' (2010 Laurence Olivier Awards) and 'Best West End Show' (2010 Whatsonstage.com Awards), tonight (10 May 2010) welcomes LEE MEAD to the cast as ‘Fiyero'.

Lee Mead to Star as Fiyero in West End Production of WICKED, 5/10
by Nicole Rosky - May 10, 2010


Wicked, London's hugely popular musical that tells the untold story of the Witches of Oz, has announced that Lee Mead is to play Fiyero at the Apollo Victoria Theatre starting Monday, May 10th.

Tomlin Hosts NCFT Gala; Honors Lane & Lee, 4/19
by BWW News Desk - Apr 19, 2010


National Corporate Theatre Fund (NCTF) will hold its Annual Chairman's Awards Gala and benefit on Monday, April 19 at the St. Regis New York hotel. This year, NCTF Chairman James S. Turley, Chairman & CEO of Ernst & Young, will honor Nathan Lane (returning to Broadway this season in The Addams Family), set designer Eugene Lee (Wicked) and Wells Fargo & Company. Accepting the award on behalf of Wells Fargo will be Joe Kirk, Regional President for New York and Connecticut. All net proceeds of the event will be distributed as the NCTF/WELLS FARGO FUND FOR NEW AMERICAN THEATRE.

Tickets for WICKED's Return to St. Louis Go On Sale 4/18
by BWW News Desk - Apr 18, 2010


After breaking box office records and selling out in record time in 2005 & 2007, WICKED, the smash-hit musical, will return to the Fabulous Fox Theatre in St. Louis, June 16-July 11. Tickets for the return engagement go on sale Sunday, April 18 at noon. Tickets will be available at the Fox Theatre box office, all MetroTix locations, online at www.metrotix.com or by phone at 314-534-1111. Orders for groups of 20 or more may be placed by calling 314-535-2900. Ticket prices range from $33 - $80 depending on performance date and seat location. All prices are subject to change; please refer to www.fabulousfox.com for current pricing.

Tickets For WICKED In St. Louis Go On Sale 4/18
by Gabrielle Sierra - Apr 1, 2010


After breaking box office records and selling out in record time in 2005 & 2007, WICKED, the smash-hit musical, will return to the Fabulous Fox Theatre in St. Louis, June 16-July 11. Tickets for the return engagement go on sale Sunday, April 18.

Last Day In Oz! Farewell To Departing WICKED Cast
by Sharon McKendrick - Mar 27, 2010


Sharon McKendrick says goodbye to some of our favourite Ozians!

Tickets Go On Sale 5/20 For Columbus Run Of WICKED
by Gabrielle Sierra - Mar 15, 2010


After breaking box office records and selling out in record time in 2007, the smash-hit musical WICKED will return to the Ohio Theatre for five weeks only July 28-August 29. Tickets for the return engagement will go on sale to the public Thursday, May 20.

Tomlin Hosts NCFT Gala; Honors Lane & Lee, 4/19
by Jessica Lewis - Mar 10, 2010


National Corporate Theatre Fund (NCTF) will hold its Annual Chairman's Awards Gala and benefit on Monday, April 19 at the St. Regis New York hotel. This year, NCTF Chairman James S. Turley, Chairman & CEO of Ernst & Young, will honor Nathan Lane (returning to Broadway this season in The Addams Family), set designer Eugene Lee (Wicked) and Wells Fargo & Company. Accepting the award on behalf of Wells Fargo will be Joe Kirk, Regional President for New York and Connecticut. All net proceeds of the event will be distributed as the NCTF/WELLS FARGO FUND FOR NEW AMERICAN THEATRE.

'Wicked' The Masterful Musical About The Witches of Oz - Opens Tonight!
by Beau Higgins - Mar 3, 2010


With music and lyrics by Stephen Schwartz (Godspell, Pippin, Academy Award-winner for Pocahontas and The Prince of Egypt) and book by Winnie Holzman ('My So Called Life,' 'Once And Again' and 'thirtysomething'), WICKED, the untold story of the witches of Oz, is directed by two time Tony Award winner Joe Mantello (Take Me Out, Love! Valour! Compassion!, The Vagina Monologues, 9 to 5) and features musical staging by Tony Award winner Wayne Cilento (Aida, The Who's Tommy, How To Succeed...).

Burnham, Hayden Join The Palm Beach Pops In Tribute To Andrew Lloyd Webber
by BWW News Desk - Mar 2, 2010


Broadway stars David Burnham of Wicked and Tamra Hayden of Les Mis and Phantom to perform with Bob Lappin & The Palm Beach Pops in a tribute to Andrew Lloyd Webber on March 2-8.

'Wicked' Returns Its Enchantment To The Arsht Center
by Beau Higgins - Feb 28, 2010


With music and lyrics by Stephen Schwartz (Godspell, Pippin, Academy Award-winner for Pocahontas and The Prince of Egypt) and book by Winnie Holzman ('My So Called Life,' 'Once And Again' and 'thirtysomething'), WICKED, the untold story of the witches of Oz, is directed by two time Tony Award winner Joe Mantello (Take Me Out, Love! Valour! Compassion!, The Vagina Monologues, 9 to 5) and features musical staging by Tony Award winner Wayne Cilento (Aida, The Who's Tommy, How To Succeed...).

WICKED Closes at the Straz Center for the Performing Arts, 2/28
by BWW News Desk - Feb 28, 2010


After breaking box office records and selling out in record time in 2006 and 2007, the smash-hit musical WICKED returns to the David A. Straz, Jr. Center for the Performing Arts (formerly the Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center), February 3-28.

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2003   Broadway Original Broadway Production
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2005   US Tour 1st National Tour
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2005   Chicago Chicago Production
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2007   Los Angeles Los Angeles Production
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2007   Original German Production
2008   Australian Production
2009   US Tour 2nd National Tour
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