'Wicked' sets new Broadway cast members
Three new actors join the company in March.
How wonderful! Three new cast members have been announced to join Wicked on Broadway on March 7.
Tony Award nominee John Dossett joins as The Wizard, with Girl from the North Country's Kimber Elayne Sprawl as Nessarose and William Youmans as Dr. Dillamond, the role he originated when Wicked premiered in 2003.
They will respectively replace Cleavant Derricks, Mikayla Renfrow, and Clifton Davis, all of whom play their final performances on March 5.
As previously announced, Alyssa Fox and McKenzie Kurtz will also step into the roles of Elphaba and Glinda, respectively, this spring. Talia Suskauer will play her final performance as Elphaba on March 5, and Brittney Johnson will depart the role of Glinda on February 12.
Three principal cast members will continue in their roles: Michele Pawk (Dossett's wife) as Madame Morrible, James D. Gish as Fiyero, and Michael Wartella as Boq.
Wicked is a prequel to The Wizard of Oz, centered on the close friendship between Elphaba and Glinda that severed when one became the Wicked Witch of the West, and the other the Good Witch. The musical plays the Gershwin Theatre.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Wicked about?
The Tony-winning musical Wicked made Idina Menzel and Kristin Chenoweth household names, and nearly 20 years later, Wicked remains a popular audience favorite. This prequel to The Wizard of Oz flips everything you know about good and bad witches, centering on Glinda and Elphaba's long-lost friendship. Defy gravity and learn more about Wicked tickets on Broadway today.
Where is Wicked playing?
Wicked is playing at Gershwin Theatre. The theatre is located at 222 West 51st Street (between Broadway & 8th Avenue), New York, 10019.
How long is Wicked?
The running time of Wicked is 2hr 45min. Incl. 15min intermission.
What's the age requirement for Wicked?
The recommended age for Wicked is Ages 8+. Children under 5 will not be admitted..
How do you book tickets for Wicked?
Book tickets for Wicked on New York Theatre Guide.
Who wrote Wicked?
Wicked is written by Winnie Holzman (book) and Stephen Schwartz (music and lyrics). Holzman's book is based on Gregory Maguire's 1995 novel Wicked.
What songs are in Wicked?
Wicked's Tony-nominated score includes songs such as "Defying Gravity," "Popular," "For Good," "No Good Deed," and "Dancing Through Life." Learn more about all the songs in Wicked on Broadway.
Is Wicked appropriate for kids?
Wicked is recommended for children ages 8 and older. The show is a popular family-friendly Broadway show that audiences of all ages enjoy. Please note that children 4 and younger are not permitted in Broadway theatres.
What is the Wicked musical based on?
The Wicked musical is based on Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West, a novel by Gregory Maguire published in 1995.
When did Wicked open on Broadway?
Wicked opened in October 2003. It is the fourth-longest-running Broadway show of all time as of 2023.
Who directed Wicked on Broadway?
Two-time Tony Award winner Joe Mantello directed Wicked on Broadway. He has directed more than 30 Broadway shows and is known for Assassins, Take Me Out, 9 to 5, and The Odd Couple.
Is Wicked good?
Wicked is one of Broadway's longest-running shows and is among the best-reviewed shows on New York Theatre Guide.
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