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Run Time:
Two hours and 30 minutes, with one intermission
Ages: 7+
Opened: October 30, 2003

Broadway Schedule:

Tuesdays at 7pm
Wednesdays at 7pm
Thursdays at 7pm
Fridays at 8pm
Saturdays at 2pm and 8pm
and Sundays at 2pm and 7pm

Buy Tickets from: $124

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Before Dorothy, before the flying house, and before the yellow brick road, there was Elphaba and Galinda.​ Wicked, the untold story of the witches of Oz, has captivated audiences on Broadway for over 20 years, offering a fresh perspective on the classic Wizard of Oz tale.



​Based on the book by Gregory Maguire, the musical centers on the unlikely friendship between Elphaba, a misunderstood young woman born with green skin, and Glinda, a popular and ambitious girl who embraces the spotlight. As they navigate school, politics, and social expectations, their paths diverge, eventually leading Elphaba to become the infamous Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda to assume the role of the Good Witch. Through this journey, Wicked delves into questions of friendship, self-identity, and the true nature of good and evil, all while shedding light on familiar characters from Oz in surprising ways.



​A​fter opening on Broadway in 2003, Wicked earned three Tony Awards, as well as a Grammy Award for Best Musical Show Album. The original Broadway cast featured powerhouse performances from Idina Menzel as Elphaba and Kristin Chenoweth as Glinda, who both received critical acclaim for their portrayals​, and whose careers shot to superstardom as a result. Together, they brought Stephen Schwartz’s memorable score to life with songs like​ "Defying Gravity," "Popular," “For Good,” “No Good Deed,” and “I’m Not That Girl,” which have since become standards in musical theater.



As Wicked continues its successful Broadway run, a highly anticipated film adaptation is set to bring the beloved musical to the big screen. Directed by Jon M. Chu, known for Crazy Rich Asians and In the Heights, the film stars Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba and Ariana Grande as Glinda, ​a​nd will be release​d in two parts beginning in ​November 2024​.



With its lush sets, elaborate costumes, and thrilling special effects, Wicked continues to draw theatergoers of all ages. Its themes of acceptance, courage, and friendship resonate with audiences worldwide, making it one of the most successful and beloved musicals in Broadway history.



Whether you’re a longtime fan or new to the Land of Oz, Wicked invites ​audiences to look beyond appearances and consider the complexities of human nature.​ From the first electrifying note to the final breathtaking moment, Wicked tells the story of Oz that you've never heard​.




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From the BroadwayWorld Vaults: Marybeth Abel Reveals the Stage Magic of WICKED!
by Nicole Rosky - January 21, 2016


In honor of Throwback Thursday, BroadwayWorld is celebrating the past with a new series that will take you back in time with some of our favorite vintage video features. That's right- we are opening up the BroadwayWorld Vaults to reminisce on shows are long gone from the Broadway-scene, but have left an indelible mark on the world of theatre as a whole. Today, we bring you a vintage BroadwayWorld 'STAGE MAGIC' video from 2009. Watch as Stage Manager Marybeth Abel reveals the magic behind WICKED below!

Carrie St. Louis, Judy Kaye, Peter Scolari & More Will Join Broadway's WICKED Next Month!
by Nicole Rosky - January 21, 2016


Good news! The Broadway blockbuster WICKED will welcome several new cast members to the Gershwin Theatre next month.

Arielle Jacobs Wants to be in HAMILTON, Wins in a Thumb War, and More Lessons from WICKED's Twitter Takeover
by Sally Henry - January 10, 2016


Live from the Gershwin Theatre, Arielle spent the day tweeting photos, videos, and fun facts all about the Tony Award-winning musical.

Photo & Video Recap- What You Missed From WICKED's Twitter Takeover by Arielle Jacobs
by Sally Henry - January 9, 2016


So what did we learn about WICKED from the takeover? Check out our recap below!

BWW Exclusive: WICKED's Josh Green and Fiancé Talk On-Stage Engagement
by Sally Henry - January 10, 2016


When Josh Daniel Green took the stage for his Christmas day performance of Wicked, the last thing he thought he'd have after the performance was a shiny new ring.

VIDEO: Christine Dwyer & Danny Quadrino Make Magic with Cover of Adele's 'Hello'
by Caryn Robbins - January 7, 2016


Below, watch magic happen as WICKED's Christine Dwyer and NEWSIE's Danny Quadrino cover the Adele smash hit 'Hello' with a surprise mashup ending!

WICKED Tour Breaks All-Time North American Touring Record in St. Louis
by BWW News Desk - January 4, 2016


The national tour of WICKED continues to break records! The show played its highest grossing week in North American Touring history with a final gross of $3,285,606 for the nine performance week ending January 3, 2016 at St. Louis' Fabulous Fox Theatre.

STAGE TUBE: WICKED's Flying Monkeys Get Engaged on Stage for Christmas
by Sally Henry Fuller - January 3, 2016


Another showmance has blossomed into a true love story on a Broadway stage.

VIDEO: Which 'View' Host Just Made Her Broadway Debut in WICKED? Find Out!
by Caryn Robbins - December 17, 2015


Below, watch Collins make her 28-second Broadway debut in WICKED, after she gets a little advice from the show's current stars, Kara Lindsay and Rachel Tucker.

STAGE TUBE: WICKED's Rachel Tucker and Kara Lindsay Go Folk for 'I'm Not That Girl' for #OutofOz Series
by Stage Tube - December 8, 2015


As previously reported, Broadway blockbuster Wicked has launched the new studio session video series, OUT OF OZ, featuring former and current stars of the hit musical performing reimagined versions of songs from Stephen Schwartz's beloved score. The musical just unveiled its second installment - 'I'm Not That Girl' featuring current Elphaba, Rachel Tucker, and Glinda, Kara Lindsay. Watch the full performance below!

STAGE TUBE: Rachel Tucker Teases Next Installment in WICKED's #OutofOz Series!
by Tyler Peterson - December 8, 2015


As previously reported, Broadway blockbuster WICKED has launched new studio session video series, OUT OF OZ, featuring former and current stars of the hit musical performing reimagined versions of songs from Stephen Schwartz's beloved score. Today, Rachel Tucker, currently starring as Elphaba on Broadway, has teased the next installment in the series, 'I'm Not That Girl,' with the full video set to drop when the behind-the-scenes clip gets 1,000 shares on Facebook. Check out the teaser below, and get to sharing!

STAGE TUBE: Sneak Peek - Kristin Chenoweth Joins Student in WICKED Duet at the White House
by Stage Tube - November 25, 2015


People just unveiled a clip from TLC's BROADWAY AT THE WHITE HOUSE, featuring original Wicked star Kristin Chenoweth dueting on 'For Good' with New Jersey student Rachel Levy. Below, watch them perform the legendary musical's song to perfection!

Now That's Popular! WICKED Celebrates 5,000th Broadway Performance and 12th Anniversary At The Gershwin
by Michael Dale - October 28, 2015


So many great performers have journeyed to Oz in WICKED. Who Have Been Your Favorites?

VIDEO: Jason Sudeikis and Billy Eichner 'Bro Out' at WICKED Tailgate Party!
by Caryn Robbins - October 27, 2015


On the next episode of truTV's BILLY ON THE STREET, special guest Jason Sudeikis and Billy Eichner 'bro out' on the streets of New York to make sure they're all good with New Yorkers.

BWW Review: WICKED is 'Defying Gravity' at the Overture Center
by Amanda Finn - October 23, 2015


This isn't Madison's first Wicked rodeo. The show has come to town three times since 2010, yet, Overture Hall was still filled to the brim with eager audience members last night. Why? Because Wicked is visually spectacular, musically varied, and has relevant lessons to be learned.

BWW Interview: She's a Witchy Woman- WICKED's Rachel Tucker Has Crossed an Ocean For Another Go at Elphaba
by Nicole Rosky - October 26, 2015


Tucker just checked in with BroadwayWorld about her first month as a Broadway Elpahba and everything that's been going on at the Gershwin since she arrived. Check out the full interview below!

Exclusive Photo Coverage: WICKED's Arielle Jacobs Sings Carols For A Cure
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - December 23, 2015


Throughout the holiday season, BroadwayWorld will be bringing you our exclusive photo coverage from inside the recording room. Below, go behind the scenes with Wicked's Arielle Jacobs as she records 'Ave Maria/I Heard the Bells.'

VIDEO: Did WIZARD OF OZ's Margaret Hamilton Predict the Concept for WICKED?
by Caryn Robbins - October 20, 2015


In a 1975 appearance on the classic children's show MR. ROGER'S NEIGHBORHOOD, actress Margaret Hamilton spoke about her personal take on her iconic character, one that freakishly sounds a lot like the concept for the hit Broadway musical WICKED.

West End's WICKED Welcomes 7 Millionth Theatregoer
by Tyler Peterson - October 19, 2015


WICKED, the classic West End musical that tells the incredible untold story of the Witches of Oz, welcomed its 7 millionth theatregoer to London's Apollo Victoria Theatre at the matinee performance on Saturday 17 October 2015. Andrew Bell attended the performance with his wife Katie Bell and enjoyed a back stage visit with the cast after the performance.

West End Elphaba Rachel Tucker and Jonah Platt Join Broadway's WICKED Tonight
by BWW News Desk - September 15, 2015


Beginning tonight, September 15, West End alumna RACHEL TUCKER joins the Broadway company of WICKED in the role of 'Elphaba'. After nearly three years and over 1,000 performances, Rachel holds the record for most consecutive performances as Elphaba in London's West End production. She made her Broadway debut last season as Meg Dawson in Sting's THE LAST SHIP.

Wicked FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Does Wicked on Broadway have a daily lottery?

Digital Lottery

Price:
$54.00
Where: https://lottery.broadwaydirect.com/show/wicked
When: For matinee performances, the lottery will open the day before at 10am and close the day before at 4PM. Winners will then be notified and will have 1 hour to purchase the tickets by credit card online. The e-ticket will then be emailed to the winner’s email address. For evening performances, the lottery will open the day before at 8PM and close the day of the performance at 11AM. Winners will then be notified and will have 1 hour to purchase the tickets by credit card online. The e-ticket will then be emailed to the winner’s email address.
Limit: 2 per customer
Information: Seats may be located in any section of the theater. While every effort will be made to seat pairs together with a full view, there is a chance that pairs may be split up and that your seat may have a partial view of the stage.

In-Person Lottery

Price
: $30
How: A limited number of tickets will be sold via an in-person lottery.
Where: In the Gershwin Theatre breezeway
Limit: 2 tickets per customer
Information: 26 tickets are available for each performance. Payment must be in cash. 

How long has Wicked been running on Broadway?
Wicked opened at the Gershwin Theatre (Broadway) on Thursday Oct 30, 2003 and has now been running for 20 years.
What are the songs in Wicked and what's the order?
No One Mourns the Wicked
Dear Old Shiz
The Wizard and I
What Is This Feeling?
Something Bad
Dancing Through Life
Popular
I'm Not That Girl
One Short Day
A Sentimental Man
Defying Gravity
Thank Goodness
The Wicked Witch of the East
Wonderful
As Long As You're Mine
No Good Deed
March of the Witch Hunters
For Good
Finale
Happy Day
I Couldn’t Be Happier
The Gossip
We Deserve Each Other
Making Good

Wicked History

Other Productions of Wicked

2001   New York Reading
New York
2002   New York Workshop
New York
2003   San Francisco (Regional) World Premiere
San Francisco (Regional)
2003   Broadway Original Broadway Production
Broadway
2005   US Tour 1st National Tour
US Tour
2005   Chicago Chicago Production
Chicago
2007   Los Angeles Los Angeles Production
Los Angeles
2007   Original German Production
2008   Australian Production
2009   US Tour 2nd National Tour
US Tour
2021   West End Original London Production
West End

Wicked Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
2023 BroadwayWorld Awards Best Long-Running Broadway Show Wicked
2016 BroadwayWorld Awards Best Long-Running Broadway Show Wicked
2015 BroadwayWorld Awards Best Long-Running Broadway Show Wicked
2014 BroadwayWorld Awards Best Long-Running Broadway Show Wicked
2013 BroadwayWorld Awards Best Long-Running Broadway Show Wicked
2012 BroadwayWorld Awards Best Long-Running Broadway Show Wicked
2011 BroadwayWorld Awards Best Long-Running Broadway Show Wicked
2004 BroadwayWorld Awards Best Book of a Musical Winnie Holzman
2004 BroadwayWorld Awards Best Costume Design Susan Hilferty
2004 BroadwayWorld Awards Best Direction of a Musical Joe Mantello
2004 BroadwayWorld Awards Best Leading Actress in a Musical Idina Menzel
2004 BroadwayWorld Awards Best Lighting Design Kenneth Posner
2004 BroadwayWorld Awards Best Musical Wicked
2004 BroadwayWorld Awards Best Orchestrations William David Brohn
2004 BroadwayWorld Awards Best Original Score Stephen Schwartz
2004 BroadwayWorld Awards Best Scenic Design Eugene Lee
2004 Drama League Awards Distinguished Production of a Musical 0
2004 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Actress in a Musical Idina Menzel
2004 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Broadway Musical 0
2004 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Costume Design Susan Hilferty
2004 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Costume Design Susan Hilferty
2004 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Director of a Musical Joe Mantello
2004 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical Joel Grey
2004 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical Carole Shelley
2004 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Set Design Eugene Lee
2004 Tony Awards Best Book of a Musical Winnie Holzman
2004 Tony Awards Best Book of a Musical Nick Enright
2004 Tony Awards Best Book of a Musical Martin Sherman
2004 Tony Awards Best Choreography Wayne Cilento
2004 Tony Awards Best Costume Design Susan Hilferty
2004 Tony Awards Best Lighting Design Kenneth Posner
2004 Tony Awards Best Musical David Stone
2004 Tony Awards Best Musical Marc Platt
2004 Tony Awards Best Musical Universal Pictures
2004 Tony Awards Best Musical The Araca Group
2004 Tony Awards Best Musical Jon B. Platt
2004 Tony Awards Best Orchestrations William David Brohn
2004 Tony Awards Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre Stephen Schwartz
2004 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical Idina Menzel
2004 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical Kristin Chenoweth
2004 Tony Awards Best Scenic Design Eugene Lee
2003 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Actress - Musical Kristin Chenoweth
2003 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Actress - Musical Idina Menzel
2003 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Book of a Musical Winnie Holzman
2003 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Costume Design Susan Hilferty
2003 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Director - Musical Joe Mantello
2003 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Lighting Design Kenneth Posner
2003 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Lyrics Stephen Schwartz
2003 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Musical Wicked
2003 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Orhcestrations William David Brohn
2003 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Set Designs - Musical Eugene Lee

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