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Gershwin Theatre
New York, New York 10019
(212) 586-6510

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Wicked Ranks With the Best

What better time to see a Broadway show about witches than on opening night and Halloween night?

Don't be misled. The production is anything but scarey, creepy and freaky. Wicked is the story of two young girls born in the Land of Oz. Sound familiar...as in the Wizard of Oz?

One of the girls is born beautiful, with shimmering blond hair, big blue eys, a peaches-and-cream complexion. As she grows up, she is sweet, popular and very ambitious.

The other baby girl is born with shining emerald green skin, coal-black hair,and sharp features. As she grows up, she is fiesty, bright and often in trouble.

You've probably guessed by now. These two girls became Glinda, the Good Witch and the Wicked Witch of the West...again as in the Wizard of Oz. The story line takes them through their years as tots, teens, and adults and chronicles their unlikely friendship.

Without giving away too much of the plot, suffice it to say that Wicked has all the elements of a winning Broadway show. The stage setting and costumes are colorful, splashy, and spectacular. The musical scores are memorable and magical. The performers were naturals for their roles...true professionals in every sense of the word.

Hint! Be sure to listen closely for the "zinger" lines. The humor is subtle, satirical, and sophisticated and will keep you laughing.

Overall, don't miss this Tony Award winner. It's "wonderfully wicked!"

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From journal Treks and Treats in NYC

Wicked, the Musical

  • April 9, 2004
  • 5 by Jehcekah from Rochester, Minnesota
"The Untold Story of the Witches of Oz" is marvelous! The stars are superb in their roles, the music is beautiful and the story is so creative. The minute you walk into the theatre, you are surrounded by the atmosphere of Oz.

We were able to get tickets for $55 each, which was for partial view orchestra seats in row J (10th row). We didn't miss any of the show in our seats. They were great!

Website:
http://www.wickedthemusical.com/

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From journal New York - March/April 2004

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