Wicked at Gershwin Theatre

Stephen Schartz’s ingenuity and aptitude breach generation gaps, from beloved Disney films to pure Broadway magic. The hit-making virtuoso who brought Godspell and Pippin to the world has now breathed life into Broadway-blockbuster Wicked, which comes to Gershwin Theatre for the summer playbill. 

Wicked smartly weaves governmental subjects, unconventional heroes, and unlikely romance within a medley of catchy showtunes!

The story

The tale follows Elphaba, the adulterine daughter of the wife of Munchkinland’s governor. Despite her familial and identity struggles, Elphaba makes it into the respected Shiz University, where she bunks with social butterfly Galinda. Two complete opposites don't take to each other at first but soon befriend. 

After a while, things go downhill when Elphaba notices nefarious crimes against the Animals, a sentient race often targeted by oppressive forces. Galinda and Elphaba seek the Wizard for help, but the Wizard unfortunately offers little assistance. A unsatisfied Elphaba leaves the Emerald City to fight for justice for the Animals, leaving Galinda and her studies at Shiz University behind. 

Meanwhile, Galinda(Glinda) marries Fiyero, the Captain of the Guard, and pursues an socialite lifestyle. Elphaba unwittingly earns Fiyero’s heart as he falls in love with her and her values. Will the couple’s love blossom unburdened, or will Elphaba’s political drive push Fiyero away, and destroy her?

Production

Wicked kicked off its first debut 20 years ago at San Francisco’s Curran Theatre. As its influence spread, it broke into new theatres year after year, earning international acclaim across multiple countries and continents. Its potential to bring in audiences also inspired Hollywood producers to release a two-part motion picture based on the Broadway show, that hit cinemas in November 2024.

Wicked collected numerous awards during its prime in the 2000s, including 2 Drama Desk Awards for Outstanding Musical and Outstanding Lyrics, three Tony awards, and a Grammy award for Best Musical Theater Album. The cast and crew performing at Gershwin Theatre on Saturday 2nd August 2025 promise to deliver an epic performance. 

Gershwin Theatre

Gershwin Theatre offers the ideal stage to soak in this unforgettable musical. You’ll enjoy more than a basic fairytale about magic, witches, and crazy monkeys in this critically acclaimed Broadway show. Gershwin Theatre and its professional staff immerse you in an setting that links characters, settings, and themes oh the show. Tickets for Wicked start at $149, so reserve your seats, take flight, and experience the magic of Oz!