'Wicked' announces new cast, including Lucie Jones as Elphaba
The new cast will begin performances on 1 February.
A new cast will join Wicked in the West End in the New Year, with Lucie Jones leading the cast as Elphaba. The new cast will take over in Wicked at the Apollo Victoria Theatre from 1 February. Book Wicked tickets on London Theatre.
Lucie Jones takes over the role of Elphaba from Laura Pick. Jones' West End credits include Waitress as Jenna and Les Miserables as Fantine. Ryan Reid will take over the role of Fiyero, with Sophie-Louise Dann as Madame Morrible and Gary Wilmot as the Wizard.
Helen Woolf will return from maternity leave to play Glinda in Wicked, resuming the role she played before the pandemic. Carina Gillespie continues as Nessarose, alongside Nicholas McLean as Boq, Simeon Truby as Doctor Dillamond, Amy Webb as the Elphaba standby and Charli Baptie as the Glinda standby.
The full cast is completed by Yuki Abe, Kofi Aidoo-Appiah, Meg Astin, Alishia-Marie Blake, Pàje Campbell, Grace Chapman, Michael Colbourne, Fergus Dale, Nolan Edwards, Nicola Espallardo, Danny Fogarty, Laura Harrison, Amie Hibbert, Lucie Horsfall, Samuel How, Christian Knight, Nick Len, Jasmine Leung, Rhidian Marc, PaddyJoe Martin, Jessica-Alice McCluskey, Stacey McGuire, Harry Mills, Lewis Newton, Natalie Spriggs, Samantha Thomas, Joe Thompson-Oubari and James Titchener.
Laura Pick, Sophie Evans, Alistair Brammer, Kim Ismay and Andy Hockley play their final performances on 30 January.
Wicked follows the lives of Elphaba and Glinda as they become the Good Witch and the Wicked Witch of the West. It's based on Gregory Maguire's novel Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West and is adapted for the stage by Winnie Holzman. Wicked celebrated its 15th anniversary in the West End earlier this year.
Joe Mantello directs Wicked, with scenic design by Eugene Lee, costume design by Susan Hilferty, lighting design by Kenneth Postner and sound design by Tony Meola.
Who is Elphaba in Wicked?
Lucie Jones plays Elphaba in Wicked. Elphaba is a green-skinned witch who discovers the extent of her magical powers while studying at Shiz University. When she meets the Wizard of Oz, she must decide her future, and who it will impact.
Wicked is at the Apollo Victoria Theatre.
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Photo credit: Lucie Jones (Photo courtesy of Wicked)
Frequently asked questions
What is Wicked about?
What happened before Dorothy dropped in? The Wizard of Oz is reimagined in this record-breaking musical classic. Sweeping awards and selling out across the world, you won’t want to miss the chance to see the dazzling original staging. Get your tickets to Wicked at the Apollo Victoria Theatre today.
How long is Wicked?
The running time of Wicked is 2hr 45min. Incl. 1 interval.
Where is Wicked playing?
Wicked is playing at Apollo Victoria Theatre. The theatre is located at 17 Wilton Road, London, SW1V 1LG.
What's the age requirement for Wicked?
The recommended age for Wicked is Ages 7+. Under 16s must be accompanied by and sat next to an adult (18+). Children under 5 years will not be admitted. All persons attending, regardless of age, must have a ticket..
How do you book tickets for Wicked?
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What are the songs in Wicked?
Wicked includes famous songs, such as “Popular,” “Defying Gravity,” and “No Good Deed.” Read our complete song guide to Wicked.
Who wrote Wicked?
Stephen Schwartz wrote the music and lyrics for Wicked, with a book by Winnie Holzman. The musical is based on the novel Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West by Gregory Maguire.
Who directed Wicked?
Wicked was directed by the award-winning actor and director Joe Mantello (Boys in the Band, Assassins).
When did Wicked open in the West End?
Wicked opened in the West End on 27 September 2006 at the Apollo Victoria. The production is one of the longest-running musicals in the West End.
Is Wicked appropriate for kids?
Wicked can be enjoyed by all ages but is most suitable for those above the age of 7. Children under the age of 5 will not be permitted into the venue.
Is Wicked good?
Wicked has delighted audiences in London’s West End for over 15 years with the magic of Oz. Read our five-star review of Wicked.
What book is Wicked the musical based on?
The musical is based on the 1995 novel Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West by Gregory Maguire. His book expands into the world of the 1900 novel The Wonderful Wizard of Oz by L. Frank Baum.
Is Wicked the musical scary?
There are some mildly scary moments in Wicked but the content is appropriate for those of all ages. It is advised that those attending be above the age of 7.
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