Highest Rated Review by the Community
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Dec 16 '06
Pros: Pretty much everything.
Cons: I didn't want it to end!
Summary: Mr_chelledun and I have been eagerly waiting to see WICKED in Chicago since I bought him tickets for his birthday over two months ago. We finally got our chance on Friday night. All I have to say is, WOW! Why don’t they make more musicals this ... read more
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Dec 17 '05
Pros: Great music, acting, & an underlying message of remaining true to yourself.
Cons: The director on touring companies may take some unfavorable liberties with character choices.
Summary: I've seen the show both in NYC and in Los Angeles. Each time the show and the expectations were always met! The show is about how the Wicked Witch of the West (Elphaba), The Wicked Witch of the East (Nessarose) and Glinda, the Good Witch of the North ... read more
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Jul 08 '05
Pros: Ben Vereen, Amazing Sets, Great Acting
Cons: Plot was a little weak, no really catchy tunes
Summary: I saw Wicked in New York City in June 2005. I thought it was a great show with an unbelievable set and really great acting. I have to say though that I was a bit disappointed in the story line and the songs. THE STORY (LOTS OF SPOILERS) The ... read more
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Jun 12 '05
Pros: Good singing, enjoyable music.
Cons: No really mind-boggling special effects, and too many plot holes.
Summary: Warning: This Review Contains Potential Spoilers. I never read the book upon which "Wicked" is based, but I've seen the Judy Garland movie more times than I can count, and I've read the entire series of L. Frank Baum books (plus those by his ... read more
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Jun 04 '05
Pros: An engaging, magical story with two strong female leads.
Cons: Tickets can be pricey and hard to get!
Summary: I wanted to see this show after reading the book "Wicked" by Gregory Maguire. I was very curious to see how Broadway could adapt such a rich text into a musical format. I was intrigued by this story because it featured two strong lead female characters ... read more
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May 09 '05
Pros: So much FUN!!! AMAZING SINGING! INCREDIBLE SET!
Cons: NONE!
Summary: I cannot say one bad thing about this stunningly crafted musical that encapsulates originality and creativity. Wicked is funny, smart,sophisticated, and wickedly enticing. Though tickets for the show are difficult to get a hold of due to the fact it is ... read more
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Mar 31 '05
Pros: Brilliant score, fabulous clothes, great story, and loads of fun!
Cons: Ticket availability!
Summary: After months of anticipation and one failed attempt at a front seat ticket lottery, I was fortunate to get a seat (partial view though it was) to WICKED on another trip I made to the Big Apple. I was fortunate enough to see the original Broadway cast ... read more
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Feb 10 '05
Pros: Great music, story and set design
Cons: It was only two hours long
Summary: Wicked is among the best shows I have ever seen on Broadway. I had the opportunity to see the original Broadway cast with Joel Grey (who played the Wizard), Idina Menzel (who won the Tony for her role as Elphaba) and Kristin Chenowith (who played ... read more
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Feb 09 '05
Pros: Original story, powerful singers and memorable songs.
Cons: NONE NONE NONE!!!!!!!!!!!!
Summary: It’s been a long time since I’ve been this excited about writing an epinion. The passion that I feel towards this show, Wicked, is beyond anything I could ever have anticipated before seeing it. It was hands down one of the finest shows I’ve ... read more
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Oct 24 '04
Pros: Great storyline, fun songs, great cast
Cons: Tickets were more than I had anticipated, but worth it
Summary: I came to NYC not ever hearing about this production, but I went based on the suggestion of a friend who was an NYC native. I have seen plenty of musical productions and this was honestly one of the best. I was captivated the whole night. Some of ... read more
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Aug 18 '04
Pros: Great Songs, Great Staging, Great Story.
Cons: Not much dialog.
Summary: I am not a professional Broadway reviewer, but I thoroughly enjoyed "Wicked". I would not rate it as the best show I've seen, but I'd put it in the top 30%. We brought our 13 year old and 11 year old with us and they also really enjoyed the show. ... read more
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Nov 27 '05
Pros: Glinda's wardrobe, the sets, the incredibly accommodating staff at the Oriental Theater,"Dancing Through Life"
Cons: Ticket availability
Summary: I saw the Chicago production of "Wicked" at the Oriental Theater with Ana Gasteyer in the role of Elphaba. While her voice was probably the weakest of the mostly excellent cast it in no way detracted from the power of the role. She was superb,
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