Wicked, the internationally award-winning musical, made a fanfare premier in San Francisco. This spell-binding performance is back again to capture audiences! Wicked San Francisco is based on the 1995 novel by Gregory Maguire, paralleled by the L. Frank Baum's classic
The Wonderful Wizard of Oz. The unforgettable music and lyrics by Stephen Schwartz make
Wicked San Francisco is a hit and must see! The musical staging, costumes and direction have launched this story into international acclaim.
The Los Angeles production of Wicked has transferred to the Bay Area city, but casting has not been set. The Los Angeles production opened in February 2007 and grossed over $1.9 million during the week ending December 30, 2007. Wicked San Francisco audiences are sure to embrace this internationally-renowned production with equal enthusiasm.
There's No Place Like Home
There's no place like home! Wicked San Francisco is returning to its home January 27, 2009 at the Orpheum Theatre. A homecoming celebration to welcome Wicked San Francisco took place September 26, 2008 in its excitement. San Francisco, California has been wickedly blessed to have been home to the Broadway production Wicked since its inception on May 28, 2003. Wicked and San Francisco have enjoyed a lengthy relationship that will continue beautifully.
Wicked San Francisco opened for a pre-Broadway tour at the Curran Theatre in San Francisco. In 2003,
Wicked San Francisco included cast members Kristin Chenoweth as Glinda the Good Witch, former 'Rent' star Idina Menzel as Elphaba, the Wicked Witch of the West, and Robert Morse as The Wizard of Oz. Designer Eugene Lee designed the set and style based on the W.W. Denslow's original illustrations in L. Frank Baum's classic story
The Wonderful Wizard of Oz. Costume designer Susan Hilferty created more than 200 costumes, and more than 800 lights were designed by lighting designer Kenneth Posner to set the mood. The first run of Wicked only lasted about 4 weeks, but the effort, imagination and work were well worth the impact Wicked has had on the world since 2003.
Wicked San Francisco tells the story of Oz from the perspective of two witches – Elphaba, the soon-to-be Wicked Witch of the West and her friendship with Glinda, the Good Witch of the North. Their relationship has its challenges and failings. The plot is based on what occurred before Dorothy arrived from Kansas. Throughout the Wicked San Francisco production, the scenes and narrative were based on the 1939 film, The Wizard of Oz.
What a 'Wicked' Treat!
Wicked San Francisco will be returning to the Golden Gate City of San Francisco for an open-ended stay starting January 27, 2009. Tickets are already selling quickly for the upcoming performances through June 28, 2009. While Wicked made its debut in San Francisco, it went on to become one of the largest Broadway blockbusters, shattering records and redefining popular theater culture.
The Orpheum Theatre is an amazing venue for Wicked San Francisco. After a $20 million renovation in 1998, the 2,200 seat venue is now more inviting for Broadway plays, such as Wicked San Francisco. With vaulted ceiling patterned after a 12-century French cathedral and new state-of-the art lighting and technology, the venue and the upcoming Wicked San Francisco make for a great date night.
San Francisco is the fourth largest city in California and is part of the seven million people of the Bay Area. San Francisco is a popular tourist destination famous for its cable cars, Golden Gate Bridge and large LGBT community. This west-coast town is the ideal city for Wicked San Francisco, and there are dozens of hotels in the Wicked San Francisco theater area. Before you enjoy the show, dine at one of the nearby inviting restaurants, including Koo (sushi), Millenium (romantic, vegetarian), Hyde Park Bistro (French, romantic), Blue Plate (American, romantic) and Café Tiramisu (local, Italian).
Wicked San Francisco is special to the area. Mayor Gavin Newsom even proclaimed September 26, 2008 as 'Wicked Day' in San Francisco. Wicked San Francisco is perfect for those who followed the breathtaking production since it left the area in 2003. The production went on to showings in Chicago, London, Los Angles, Melbourne, Stuttgart and Tokyo. Get your tickets now to see how Wicked has been transformed!