Wicked will fly into Perth in December

Rejoicify! The producers of the Broadway blockbuster Wicked have announced that the musical phenomenon will fly into Crown Theatre, Perth in December for the final stop on its Australian tour. Waitlist now to be first in line to buy tickets for the Perth season at Wickedthemusical.com.au when tickets go on sale in July.

“Broadway’s Biggest Blockbuster” (NY Times) is currently playing to ecstatic full houses at Melbourne’s Regent Theatre, captivating critics and audiences alike, receiving five-star reviews and jubilant praise on social media.

“★★★★ The most extravagant production you’ll encounter in Melbourne theatres this year, and it’s a sight to behold.” – The Age 

Recently celebrating 20 years since its premiere on Broadway, Wicked remains one of the most successful and popular musicals in the world. Over 65 million people worldwide have seen this spectacular phenomenon, and Wicked has become the 4th longest running show in Broadway history. 

Wicked Australia Co-producer John Frost said, “I’m thrilled we’re able to bring Wicked to Perth’s wonderful Crown Theatre. Wicked is one of the most lavish musical productions to have ever played in Australia, the full Broadway experience. With the lavish sets and opulent costumes, it’s a feast for the eye and the ear. If you have never seen Wicked, come and see it for the first time and be spellbound. If you have seen it before, I know you’ll want to come back and be enthralled all over again.”

Long before Dorothy dropped in, two other young women meet in the land of Oz. One born with emerald-green skin is smart, fiery, misunderstood and possessing an extraordinary talent. The other is bubbly, blonde, ambitious and exceptionally popular. They become rivals, then friends…until the world decides to call one “good” and the other one “wicked.” 

Based on the novel by Gregory Maguire, Wicked has music and lyrics by Stephen Schwartz, and a book by Winnie Holzman. The production features musical staging by Wayne Cilento with original direction by Joe Mantello. 

Experience the unforgettable, award-winning musical Wicked in Perth this year. Waitlist now to be first in line to buy tickets at Wickedthemusical.com.au

Courtney Monsma and Sheridan Adams in WICKED (c) Jeff Busby