Wicked the Musical
Synopsis
Based on the acclaimed novel by Gregory Maguire that re-imagined the stories and characters created by L. Frank Baum in ‘The Wonderful Wizard of Oz’, Wicked tells the incredible untold story of an unlikely but profound friendship between two girls who first meet as sorcery students. Their extraordinary adventures in Oz will ultimately see them fulfil their destinies as Glinda The Good and the Wicked Witch of the West.
Role
- Elphaba Thropp (Wicked Witch of the West)
Year
- December 2008 - May 2009 (London)
- July 2008 - November 2008 (New York)
- January 2007 - June 2008 (London)
Venue
- Apollo Victoria Theatre, London
- George Gershwin Theatre, New York
Thoughts from Kerry
London
I joined the original cast of Wicked as standby to the lead role of Elphaba, due to take over full-time in January 2007. I was in rehearsals from the start, and it was great to be able to gain all the original direction from Joe Mantello and Steve Oremus. During the first 3 months I did perform the role on 9 occasions, and it was helpful to get a taste of the demands of the part before taking over. I really enjoyed playing the role full-time - it's definately the most challenging role I have ever undertaken, and a massive journey to go on each night.
New York
I made my Broadway debut at the Gershwin Theatre NYC on June 17 2008, a crazy but exciting experience for me, thrilled to work on Broadway and lucky to be involved in some great concerts in an amazing city. The company were so welcoming and I have had a ball with them all. A whirlwind journey in 5 months is a time I will never forget.
Source: The official Kerry Ellis website
Musical numbers
Act 1
- 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
Act 2
- No One Mourns the Wicked (reprise)
- Thank Goodness
- The Wicked Witch of the East
- Wonderful
- I'm Not That Girl (reprise)
- As Long as You're Mine
- No Good Deed
- March of the Witch Hunters
- For Good
- Finale
Additional information
- Kerry is currently the longest serving Elphaba!
- Joined the original London cast of Wicked in 2006
- Standby for Idina Menzel
- Took over the role full-time on 1 January 2007
- First British actress to play the role of Elphaba
- Won "Best Takeover in a Role" at the 2008 Theatregoer's Choice Awards!
Merchandise
Wicked has a wide selection of merchandise. Order online from the Ozdust Boutique:
