National World - Archive. [19] The tour officially opened in Portland, Oregon on September 13, 2011. This was cut and "Build a Wall" was placed after "Morning Person (Reprise)". Later, she sings "Freak Flag" with the other creatures. A Munchkin named Boq asks Galinda to go with him, but she convinces him to take Nessarose so she can go with Fiyero. Gender The production marked the debut of an all-new Dragon, voiced off-stage by a single vocalist, with four puppeteers controlling the movements of the new 25-foot puppet.. On the subject, set designer Tim Hatley stated "The biggest change [will be] the dragon. He admits that he is an ordinary man and offers to redeem Elphaba's reputation ("Wonderful"). The West End production received five Laurence Olivier Award nominations[117] and later won the Audience Award for Most Popular Show at the 2010 award ceremony. Ticket Prices: $20 - Adult $17 - Senior $15 - Child (12 and under) The show runs approximately 3 hours including a 15 min intermission. Previews began August 14, 2008, with an opening night of September 10. The production opened 4 days later on February 16, 2021, and played until May 2, 2021. This became another role originally played by Idina Menzel that Verkaik played, following her success in the German, Dutch and English language productions of Wicked. [69], The production suspended performances on March 16, 2020, due to the COVID-19 Pandemic. ", The score of Wicked is heavily thematic, bearing in some senses more resemblance to a film score than a traditional musical score. The two unlikely friends set off to find Fiona, with Shrek becoming increasingly annoyed with Donkey as time progresses ("Travel Song"). Meanwhile, in the Kingdom of Duloc, Farquaad is torturing The Gingerbread Man into revealing the whereabouts of other Fairytale Creatures that are still hiding in his Kingdom so he can have them arrested as well. Most of the original production team and cast members remained with the show. [70] It resumed performances on September 15, 2021, in time for the production's 15th anniversary. Rix was part of the original cast, alternating the role of Elphaba with Jillian Giaachi and Taylor Jordan. Click here. Both songs were produced by British musician Brian May and were featured on her extended play Wicked in Rock (2008) and debut album Anthems (2010). It then transferred to Busan's Dream Theater, where it ran from May 20, 2021 until its closing date on June 27, 2021. Years earlier, Elphaba arrives at Shiz University ("Dear Old Shiz"). The critical community was, frankly, very helpful to us."[18]. Galinda has a change of heart and decides to dance with her, and soon everyone joins them, allowing both girls to finally bond ("Dancing Through Life"). It is based on the 2001 DreamWorks Animation's film Shrek and William Steig's 1990 book Shrek!. Joe Mantello was engaged as director and Wayne Cilento as choreographer, while designer Eugene Lee created the set and visual style for the production inspired by W. W. Denslow's original illustrations for Baum's novels and Maguire's concept of the story being told through a giant clock. They approach Farquaad, with him being impressed by Shrek's size and appearance. Not even half a year later, on October 7, it was announced that Wicked will return to Australia for an exclusive 20th anniversary run, with performances starting in August, 2023 at the Sydney Lyric Theatre. The show was nominated for a total of four awards at the 2012 Laurence Olivier Awards, including Best New Musical, Best Actor for Lindsay and Supporting Actor for Harman, as well as Best Costume Design for Tim Hatley. Be the first to contribute! She insists that they rest for the night and that she spend the night alone in a nearby cave. "[13] Other major plot modifications include Fiyero's appearance as the scarecrow, Elphaba's survival at the end, Nessarose using a wheelchair instead of being born without arms, Boq having a continuing love interest for Glinda and eventually becoming the Tin Woodman instead of Nick Chopper, cutting Elphaba's years in the Vinkus, the deletion of Liir's birth, Fiyero not having a wife and children, Doctor Dillamond being fired instead of being murdered, and Madame Morrible going to prison instead of dying. [137] In the week ending January 1, 2006, Wicked broke the record, previously held by the musical The Producers, for the highest weekly box office gross in Broadway history, earning $1,610,934. [199] On December 9, 2022, Chu confirmed on Twitter that filming had begun. "Curtain To Close on 'Wicked' After 660 Performances". "[133], The Japanese version of Wicked by the Shiki Theatre Company () has won high acclaim in Tokyo, Osaka, Sapporo, and Nagoya. This brand new escape room activity will not only improve students knowledge of Wicked the Musical but will hone their problem solving skills, build up their teamwork and leadership skills and allow opportunities to show creativity and resilience.This Digital Escape Room is perfect for Middle School and High School students! The ensemble cast performed "Freak Flag" at the awards. [151][152] Producer David Stone told Variety, "we thought it [the Chicago production] would run 18 months, then we'd spend a year in Los Angeles and six months in San Francisco but sales stayed so strong that the producers created another road show and kept the show running in Chicago. 42:22. Later, she sings "Freak Flag" with the other creatures. Elphaba captures Dorothy, refusing to release her until she relinquishes Nessa's slippers, the only thing left of her deceased sister. 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[179] By July 2012, Universal Studios was reported to be producing the film,[180] with Stephen Daldry as director and Winnie Holzman, who wrote the musical's book, to pen the screenplay. [1] The original Broadway production won three Tony Awards and seven Drama Desk Awards, while its original cast album received a Grammy Award. ", On July 18, 2022, it was revealed that with the filming process settled at the newly-built Sky Studios in Elstree, England, rehearsals will begin in August with principal photography beginning in November. Glinda arrives to warn Elphaba of the danger and begs her to free Dorothy. [167] As of September 2011, Wicked's North American and international companies have cumulatively grossed nearly $2.5 billion and have been seen by nearly 30 million people worldwide. Then Farquaad arrives to claim Fiona and tells Shrek he has cleared the swamp of the Fairytale Creatures, and now belongs to Shrek again. Wicked once again broke this record in the final week of 2012 when it grossed $2.9 million. Shrek The Musical by DreamWorks Shrek The Musical is a musical with music by Jeanine Tesori and book and lyrics by David Lindsay-Abaire. [18] Merritt David Janes appeared as Lord Farquaad. Also during previews, a brief reprise of "Who I'd Be" was sung after Shrek overhears Fiona's misleading comment about being with a hideous beast, which led into "Build a Wall". [Mama Bear] Mama's in the mud. Shrek The Musical Jr. By. The majority of critics have appreciated the spectacle of the lavish production, and the "powerhouse" performances of actors in the roles of the two witches. At the time, it was one of the most expensive musicals to open on Broadway, at an estimated $25 million, and despite generally good reviews, it failed to recoup its initial investment. PRINCESS FIONA / 21+ Harman won the award for Best Performance in a Supporting Role in a Musical for his performance as Lord Farquaad. Nessa, Fiyero, and Galinda see her off at the train station. "[18] In making the Broadway revisions, Schwartz recalled, "It was clear there was work to be done and revisions to be made in the book and the score. [58] The cast included Teal Wicks as Elphaba, Kendra Kassebaum as Glinda, Nicolas Dromard as Fiyero, Carol Kane as Madame Morrible, David Garrison as the Wizard, Deedee Magno Hall as Nessarose, Tom Flynn as Doctor Dillamond, and Eddy Rioseco as Boq. . Join our free mailing list for a reminder before tickets go on sale in June. [1][169] Wicked celebrated its 1,000th performance on Broadway on March 23, 2006. He reluctantly agrees to marry Glinda. Wicked Witch. Ben Brantley wrote in The New York Times: "'Shrek,' for the record, is not bad. As the title character, a misanthropic green ogre who learns to love, the talented Mr. James is encumbered with padding and prosthetics. As the evil, psychologically maimed Lord Farquaad, the very droll Christopher Sieber is required to walk on his knees, with tiny fake legs dangling before him an initially funny sight gag that soon drags". See also Release Dates | Official Sites | Company Credits | Filming & Production | Technical Specs [30] A full company announcement was made in February 2014, with Chisnall to be joined by Legally Blonde star Faye Brookes as Princess Fiona, Gerard Carey as Lord Farquaad, Idriss Kargbo as Donkey, Candace Furbert as Dragon and Will Haswell as Pinocchio. Get seats for as low as 19.50. After extensive changes were made, the show began previews on Broadway at the Broadway Theatre on November 8, 2008, with the official opening on December 14. [176] To create Elphaba's green skin look, 40 pots a year of the commercially available MAC Chromacake landscape green make-up is used. Excellent singer and actor. In the week ending January 2, 2011, the London, Broadway, and both North American touring productions simultaneously broke their respective records for the highest weekly gross. Its original stars included Idina Menzel as Elphaba, Kristin Chenoweth as Glinda, and Joel Grey as the Wizard. "Build a Wall" was later cut during previews, but re-instated towards the end of the run. Just know things are going great. The two then go back to Duloc, where Shrek objects to this marriage before Farquaad can kiss Fiona, and Fiona convinces him to let Shrek speak with her. Shrek brings down her mood by attempting to give subtle hints about her groom-to-be ("Men of Farquaad's stature are in short supply", "He's very good at small talk", etc.) Shrek The Musical TYA is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). Shrek The Musical is a musical with music by Jeanine Tesori and book and lyrics by David Lindsay-Abaire. [72] Woolf returned from maternity leave and Lucie Jones took over as Elphaba. At the time of the Wickeds 10th Anniversary on Broadway, the show announced it would return to Australia for a commemorative national tour, beginning in Melbourne on May 10, 2014. Composer Jeanine Tesori has written attractive, eclectic, pop-flavored melodies that range from a jaunty 'Travel Song' to a gutsy duet called 'I Got You Beat' for Shrek and Fiona that revels in rude noises." Producers announced their plans to tour Shrek across the UK in 2014. Kurt Gardner's theatre reviews also appear at BlogCritics.org. www.MTIShows.com . PINOCCHIO Thatu0019 s it! "[15] By April 2003, the show was in rehearsals.[15]. Weu0019 ve taken your abuse for the last time, Farquaad! Nessa has taken away the Munchkins' rights so that Boq can't leave her. [35] The album debuted at #1 on Billboard's Top Cast Albums chart and #88 on the Billboard 200. It is the largest stage that the musical has been mounted on yet. Shrek - The Musical. [33], Wicked's international tour opened on July 13, 2016 at the Alhambra Theatre in Bradford, England. "Big Bright Beautiful World" Mama Ogre, Papa Ogre, Queen Lillian, King Harold, Shrek, Happy People/Angry Mob, "Story Of My Life" Pinocchio, Elf, Peter Pan, Ugly Duckling, Sugar Plum Fairy, Three Pigs, Wicked Witch, Mama Bear, Elf, Big Bad Wolf, Humpty Dumpty, Fairytale Creatures, "Story Of My Life (Tag)" Elf, Ugly Duckling, Pinocchio, Big Bad Wolf, Fairytale Creatures, "The Goodbye Song" Baby Bear, Fairytale Creatures, "Make A Move (Tag)" Donkey, Three Blind Mice, "Freak Flag" Gingy, Sugar Plum Fairy, Pinocchio, Three Pigs, Ugly Duckling, Papa Bear, Fairy Godmother, Wicked Witch, Big Bad Wolf, Humpty Dumpty, Mama Bear, Fairytale Creatures, "Finale: This Is Our Story" Fiona, Shrek, Donkey, Mama Bear, Pinocchio, Gingy, Fairytale Creatures, This page was last edited on 26 February 2023, at 03:06. [206], Entertainer John Barrowman sang a version of "The Wizard and I" (retitled "The Doctor and I") on his 2008 tour of the UK, with adapted lyrics referring to his Doctor Who and Torchwood character Jack showing affection for The Doctor. Some years later, an embittered, grown up Shrek is living contentedly alone in a swamp ("Big, Bright, Beautiful World"). 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[185] On April 1, 2020, Universal put the film on hold once again due to Universal shifting release dates amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, and gave Sing 2 the 2021 release date. [81], Amanda Harrison was originally cast as Elphaba, with Lucy Durack as Glinda. Though it was expected to begin performances in mid 2019, after the announcement no news was released and the production was never realized.[112]. (54) $3.50. After seven years and close to 2,000 performances across 8 different cities internationally, Wicked closed indefinitely at the Burswood Theatre in Perth on June 28, 2015. [43] The cast included Kristin Chenoweth as Glinda, Idina Menzel as Elphaba, Robert Morse as the Wizard, Norbert Leo Butz as Fiyero, Michelle Federer as Nessarose, Carole Shelley as Madame Morrible, John Horton as Doctor Dillamond, and Kirk McDonald as Boq. She gives Elphaba a book of spells, the Grimmerie, which only the magically gifted can read. [8] However, Maguire had released the rights to Universal Pictures, which had planned to develop a live-action feature film. [5] A reading took place on August 10, 2007, with Stephen Kramer Glickman in the role of Shrek, Celia Keenan-Bolger as Princess Fiona, Robert L. Daye Jr. as Donkey and Christopher Sieber as Lord Farquaad.[6]. Female [111] Despite the production closing on December 18, 2016, on November 12, 2018 a Brazilian revival production of the show was announced, this time in Rio de Janeiro's entertainment center Cidade das Artes. [15] Costume designer Susan Hilferty created a "twisted Edwardian" style in building more than 200 costumes, while lighting designer Kenneth Posner used more than 800 lights to give each of the 54 distinct scenes and locations "its own mood. While Shrek is out finding a flower for Fiona, Donkey discovers that Fiona turns into an ogress at night, and she confesses that she was cursed as a child, which is why she was locked away in the tower. [198] On December 9, 2022, it was reported that Keala Settle, Bowen Yang, Bronwyn James, Aaron Teoh, Colin Michael Carmichael, and Marissa Bode had also joined the cast as Miss Coddle, Pfannee, ShenShen, Avaric, Nikidik, and Nessarose, respectively. Wicked Witch In 2017, Wicked surpassed The Phantom of the Opera as Broadway's second-highest grossing musical, trailing only The Lion King. Galinda, Elphaba and Students, "Something Bad" Doctor Dillamond and Elphaba, "Dancing Through Life" Fiyero, Boq, Nessarose, Elphaba and Galinda, "One Short Day" Elphaba, Glinda, Show Chorus and Citizens of the Emerald City, "Defying Gravity" Elphaba, Glinda, Guards and Ozians, "No One Mourns the Wicked" (Reprise) Ensemble, "Thank Goodness" Glinda, Madame Morrible and Ozians, "The Wicked Witch of the East" Nessarose, Elphaba and Boq, "As Long As You're Mine" Elphaba and Fiyero, "March of the Witch-Hunters" Ensemble and Boq, This page was last edited on 3 March 2023, at 20:57. [164] On April 27, 2009, the production passed the milestone of 500,000 patrons. Elphaba's anger cannot be contained and; in the ensuing chaos, she escapes alongside Fiyero, taking with them the lion cub that was imprisoned within the cage, the two of them sharing a private moment. "[42], In October 2009, Jeffrey Katzenberg said that a performance of the Broadway production had been recorded for a potential DVD release. Glinda pleads for the guards not to harm him as she knows he wouldn't really harm her, but they escort Fiyero to a nearby cornfield. It regularly grosses in excess of $1.6 million each week, making it one of the most lucrative productions on Broadway. The Broadway production closed on January 3, 2010, after 441 performances and 37 previews. Rapper Drake and singer Mika both sampled the musical's song in their songs "Popular" and "Popular Song" respectively. She gave birth to a girl with green skin, whom her father rejected at birth cursing her with a very difficult child hood ("No One Mourns the Wicked"). Additional credits under UTG's DreamWorks Theatricals banner include Shrek The Musical and the hit West End production of The Prince of Egypt. I've suddenly got lots of projects on my plate and I'm recovering from a cold. [40], A German recording of the Stuttgart production was released on December 7, 2007, featuring a track listing and arrangements identical to those of the Broadway recording. The Broadway production has been featured in episodes of television programs, including Brothers & Sisters and The War at Home. Meanwhile, Dorothy's friend, Fiyero (now a scarecrow) comes to the spot where Elphaba melted. Along the way, Shrek rescues a talkative Donkey from some of Farquaad's guards. [197] On December 8, 2022, it was announced that Michelle Yeoh will be playing Madame Morrible, and Goldblum was confirmed to be playing the Wizard. Galinda tries to impress Fiyero by changing her name to "Glinda" in solidarity with Dr. Dillamond, but Fiyero just barely notices and says goodbye to Elphaba. Unknown This Wicked Witch is a minor character who appears in Shrek and Shrek the Musical . A grumpy and disgusting, but lovable ogre who lives alone in a swamp, at least, initially, as he finds to his utter displeasure Fairytale creatures are dumped into his land by Lord Farquaad to keep them away. Unknown. Even as a very long single movie, it required us cutting or omitting things that we wanted to include and that we think fans of the show and the story will appreciate. The Mirror then shows the audience the story of Fiona's childhood. On June 30, 2022, the Shiki Theatre Company announced that a Japanese revival of the show is scheduled to start performances in October, 2023. A dance remix of her rock version of "Defying Gravity" was later released in 2011. Shrek The Musical Jr Cast. [155] Over the 672 performances of the San Francisco production, Wicked sold over 1million tickets with a cumulative gross of over $75 million. [29], A second UK/Ireland tour began in December 2017 and ended in January 2019. She repeats the effect of the levitation spell on a broom and flies away from the Emerald City, leaving Glinda behind ("Defying Gravity"). In turn, Donkey angrily berates Shrek for his reclusive and stubborn habits, even to the point of driving off Fiona. [88], An Asian tour began at Singapore's Grand Theater in Marina Bay from December 6, 2011 with Suzie Mathers taking over as Glinda opposite Rix. Beginning with the first North American tour, a new song was written for Dragon, "Forever." [10] In these developmental workshops, Kristin Chenoweth, the Tony Awardwinning actress whom Schwartz had in mind while composing the music for the character,[15] joined the project as Glinda. She finally accepts her reputation as a wicked witch ("No Good Deed"). Farquaad, furious and disgusted over the change, orders for Shrek to be drawn and quartered along with the Fairytale Creatures and Fiona banished back to her tower. It then toured the UK and Ireland before concluding in Salford on July 25, 2015. [96] Durack returned as Glinda, with Rix continuing as Elphaba. [Three Little Pigs] They said that we were fat. Morrible recognizes Elphaba's potential and decides to teach her sorcery. SHREK THE MUSICAL JR- CAST LIST *Please note: ensemble may be several parts including Duloc Performers, Rats, Knights, Guards, Fairy Tale Characters . [10], While the draft followed Maguire's idea of retelling the story of the 1939 film from the perspective of its main villain, the storyline of the stage adaptation "goes far afield" from the novel. Produced by Universal Stage Productions, in coalition with Marc Platt, Jon B. Platt, and David Stone, with direction by Joe Mantello and choreography by Wayne Cilento, the original production of Wicked premiered on Broadway at the Gershwin Theatre in October 2003, after completing pre-Broadway tryouts at San Francisco's Curran Theatre in May and June of that year. Contents 1 BIOGRAPHY 2 APPEARANCE 3 POTRAYAL 4 TRIVIA BIOGRAPHY Sugar Plum Fairy was one of the Fairytale creatures who was evicted from the kingdom of Duloc by Lord Farquaad. Stephanie J. A press conference to celebrate their engagement is hijacked by the crowd's panicked rumors about Elphaba; one saying that she can be melted by water. She has a big personality, so must be a performer who is up to the task. [9], The novel, described as a political, social, and ethical commentary on the nature of good and evil, takes place in the Land of Oz, in the years surrounding Dorothy's arrival. Block, who originally read the role of Elphaba in workshop development, was Menzel's standby during tryouts, but left before the show moved to Broadway to take a role in The Boy from Oz but she would then lead the 1st National Tour opposite Kendra Kassebaum as Glinda. Wicked tells the story of two unlikely friends, Elphaba (the Wicked Witch of the West) and Galinda (later Glinda the Good Witch), whose relationship struggles through their opposing personalities and viewpoints, same love-interest, reactions to the Wizard's corrupt government, and, ultimately, Elphaba's fall from grace after becoming an animal activist.

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