Archive for March, 2013

Wicked is currently playing at the Apollo Theatre in London, England in an open ended engagement. The musical opened in September of 2006 and has been dubbed “the West End’s Most Successful Musical.” By its 1000th performance on February 14, it had served two million patrons, taking in over 67 million at the box office….

Wicked Composer Stephen Schwartz Inducted to American Theater Hall of Fame Posted by Julie Harmon On January – 26 – 2010 While Wicked’s one year anniversary is being celebrated in it’s current San Francisco incarnation at the Orpheum, tonight Stephen Schwartz is being recognized in New York at Gershwin Theatre. Both celebrations are very timely…

When “Wicked” first came to Minneapolis, the grand Broadway musical spectacle broke box office records and sold out before you could utter “Defying Gravity!”. This time around, don’t miss your chance and make sure to buy your tickets, because Wicked will be returning to the Orpheum Theater soon! In the land of talking animals, universities…

Touring Cast for Wicked Gets New Look with Jenn Gambastese, Curt Hansen Wicked followers should watch out for the new pair that will give Oz a refreshing look. The first leg of the renowned musical’s tour in North America will star two Broadway veterans: Jenn Gambatese, who’ll be joining the cast as Glinda on February…

Tucson will experience the magic that has made Wicked one of the most successful and longest running Broadway productions in history. This hit stage musical that tells the story of the Land of Oz’s witches will be playing at the Tucson Music Hall on March 20, 2013 to April 7, 2013. Re-imagining the classic story…

A new member has been announced for the First National “Wicked” Tour production. The new Glinda will be Amanda Jane Cooper. She will replace Chandra Lee-Schwartz and start performances at Broward Center in Ft. Lauderdale, FL on April 19. Cooper joins a cast which includes Jackie Burns playing Elphaba, Mark Jacoby in the role of…