Who played Elphaba in Wicked 2013?

Willemijn Verkaik
From 18 November 2013, Dutch star Willemijn Verkaik takes over the role of ‘Elphaba’ in Wicked, at London’s Apollo Victoria Theatre, having played the role in more than 1000 perfs in Holland, Germany, Broadway.

Who played Elphaba in Wicked 2012?

Idina Menzel
Its original stars included Idina Menzel as Elphaba, Kristin Chenoweth as Glinda, and Joel Grey as the Wizard.

What year did Wicked open on Broadway?

2003
“Wicked” opened on Broadway on October 30, 2003 at the Gershwin Theatre, where it still plays on Broadway.

Is Elphaba a hard role?

However, it’s argued that the role of Elphaba is considered to be one of the hardest roles to perform and I am here to break down why. Now, this is the big belty number that sets up the plot for the First Half. It’s emotionally driven though more hopeful than intense.

When does Wicked play in Charlotte, NC?

WICKED, the Broadway hit, returns to Charlotte, September 7-October 3, 2021 at Ovens Auditorium! Discover what happened in the Land of Oz before Dorothy dropped in. Blumenthal Performing Arts is your official ticket provider for WICKED.

How much are tickets for Wicked on Broadway?

Tickets at the student ($69) and military ($79) rates are available in-person at the Gershwin Theatre box office with a valid college, university, or military ID. Tickets at the military rate are also available online at www.GovX.com. Subject to availability. Limit 2 tickets per ID.

What are the hits in the musical Wicked?

With a thrilling score that includes the hits “Defying Gravity,” “Popular” and “For Good,” WICKED has been hailed by The New York Times as “the defining musical of the decade.” Time Magazine cheers, “if every musical had the brain, the heart, and the courage of WICKED, Broadway really would be a magical place.”

When does Wicked return to the Gershwin Theatre?

WICKED returns to the Gershwin Theatre on September 14, 2021. Book your seats now. GET TICKETS