“I’m in love with this show; I’m in love with the message it sends and the lesson that there is perhaps wickedness thrust upon good people at times.”
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Wicked
Gershwin Theatre · 2h 45m · Opened Oct 30, 2003 · 22+ years on Broadway
Critics' Take
Critics are mixed on this lavish spectacle, with Kristin Chenoweth's star turn widely praised but the book criticized for lacking emotional depth. The $14 million production dazzles visually, though some find it overlong and dramatically uneven.
Critic Scorecard
23 reviewsSort:
“A marvel of organization and inventiveness. Lusciously composed, smartly written and beautifully staged, 'Wicked' is one of the rare shows in town that justifies a $100 ticket.”
“In toto (we couldn’t resist), there are so many wonderful things in Wicked that to dismiss it — as so many critics have done — strikes us as perverse.”
Oct 30, 2003
“But it's safe to say that this is the most complete, and completely satisfying, new musical I've come across in a long time.”
“This show is amazing and I highly recommend it to anyone who ever loved the Wizard of Oz, who loves broadway, who loves singing and dancing and loves to see a full stage of special effects, detailed costumes and an overall great show.”
Audience Scorecard
44.1K audience reviews
A+
Loving It
Awards Scorecard
2003-04 season81
Decorated
Won Best Actress (Musical) + 2 more
Drama Desk:8 wins / 11 nomsOuter Critics:5 wins / 10 nomsDrama League:2 wins
Box Office Scorecard
source · Broadway League, publicweek of 8/2/2026 · rank #8 on Broadway
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Frequently Asked Questions
What do critics say about Wicked?
Critics are mixed on this lavish spectacle, with Kristin Chenoweth's star turn widely praised but the book criticized for lacking emotional depth. The $14 million production dazzles visually, though some find it overlong and dramatically uneven. (CriticScore 63/100 from 23 reviews.)
Is Wicked worth seeing?
Only if you're a devoted fan. Critics are mixed on Wicked (63/100 from 23 reviews). Most suggest you could skip it.
What is the CriticScore for Wicked?
Wicked has a CriticScore of 63/100 based on 23 professional reviews. This show is rated "Mixed".
Is Wicked still running on Broadway?
Yes, Wicked is currently playing at Gershwin Theatre on Broadway.
Where is Wicked playing on Broadway?
Wicked is playing at Gershwin Theatre, located at 222 W 51st St, New York, NY 10019.
How long is Wicked?
Wicked has a runtime of 2 hours and 45 minutes, including 1 intermission.
Is Wicked appropriate for children?
Wicked is recommended for Ages 8+.
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Theater Scorecard
Typical VenueBroadway's largest theater (1,933 seats) delivers spectacle but the sheer size means rear orchestra and mezzanine seats feel very far from the stage. Sound systems compensate for the distance but intimacy is sacrificed. Legroom is average despite the theater's scale.
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Current Cast
- Emma FlynnGlindaBroadway debut
- Keri René FullerElphaba
- Jenna BainbridgeNessarose
- Blake HammondThe Wonderful Wizard of Oz
- Ellen HarveyMadame Morrible
- Carl ManFiyeroBroadway debut
- Daniel QuadrinoBoq
- William YoumansDoctor Dillamond
Original Broadway Cast
- Kristin ChenowethGlindaNom: Actress (Musical)
- Idina MenzelElphabaWinner: Actress (Musical)
- Norbert Leo ButzFiyero
- Michelle FedererNessaroseBroadway debut
- Christopher FitzgeraldBoq
- Joel GreyThe Wonderful Wizard of Oz
- Carole ShelleyMadame Morrible
- William YoumansDoctor Dillamond
Notable Replacements
- Annaleigh AshfordGlinda
- Shoshana BeanElphaba
- Stephanie J. BlockElphaba
- Jackie BurnsElphaba
- Katie Rose ClarkeGlinda
- Amanda Jane CooperGlindaBroadway debut
- Hannah CorneauElphabaBroadway debut
- Jennifer DiNoiaElphaba
Creative Team
- Stephen SchwartzMusic & Lyrics
- Winnie HolzmanBook
- Joe MantelloDirector
Quick Facts
- CriticScore
- 63/100 (23 reviews)
- Status
- Now Playing
- Opened
- Oct 30, 2003
- Running
- 22+ years on Broadway
- Runtime
- 2h 45m
- Intermissions
- 1
- Age
- Ages 8+
- Synopsis
- The untold story of the Witches of Oz. Long before Dorothy arrives, Elphaba and Glinda meet as sorcery students and form an unlikely friendship that will change the land of Oz forever.
- Data Last Updated
- August 9, 2026
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