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Six actresses have had the standby role of Elphaba Thropp in the Broadway musical, "Wicked." Two have reprised the role one more time.
1. Eden Espinosa (b. February 2, 1978) was the standby for opening night, October 30, 2003.
2. Shoshana Bean (b. September 1, 1977) took over on September 7, 2004.
3. Saycon Sengbloh (b. October 23, 1977) took over on January 11, 2005.
4. Lisa Brescia took over on February 13, 2007.
5. Julie Reiber took over on May 18, 2008.
6. Jennifer DiNoia took over on February 17, 2009.
7. Julie Reiber reprised the standby role on November 3, 2009.
8. Jennifer DiNoia reprised the standby role on December 18, 2009.
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What was the wicked witch's name in Wicked?
In Wicked there are really not any wicked witches, just misunderstood girls with magical powers. Elphaba is a college student who was born green and was loved by no one. Because of this, she was considered misunderstood. Being misunderstood and unloved gave her a bitter feeling and she became the Wicked Witch of the West. The Wicked Witch of the East is Elphaba's younger sister who was once paralyzed. Her name is Nessarose. She becomes wicked in an act of selfishness in trying to save her boyfriend from death. None of the typical witches are wicked. The wicked witch of the west is Elphaba is just missunderstood and that's what the whole musical is about. Then there is Nessarose who is Elphaba's sister but she is seen as the wicked witch of the east because she made a selfish descision to keep her love. Then of course there is Glinda, who isn't really Wicked but very selfish sometimes and a little bit self-centered.
Who has played Elphaba Thropp in 'Wicked' in Melbourne Australia?
Amanda Harrison originated the role of Elphaba Thropp in the "Wicked" production in Melbourne, Australia.Specifically, the Australian-born and bred performer interpreted the green-skinned witch from the first preview on June 27, 2008 until closing night on August 9, 2009. She temporarily was replaced by Jemma Stevenson Rix (b. December 25, 1984) from June 10, 2009 until August 2, 2009. Upon the return of Amanda Harrison, Jemma Rix returned to standby status.
Who played Melena when Idina Menzel and Kristen Chenoweth performed in 'Wicked'?
Cristy Candler played Melena when Idina Menzel and Kristen Chenoweth performed in "Wicked."Specifically, Idina Menzel and Kristen Chenoweth respectively interpreted the roles of Elphaba and Glinda in the original Broadway performance of the award-winning musical. Cristy's role was that of mother to Elphaba and Nessarose Thropp. She subsequently participated in other performances, but in the role as Melena's daughter Nessarose.
Who riginally played Elphaba?
Yes, Idina Kim Menzel [b. May 30, 1971] played Elphaba Thropp in the Broadway musical 'Wicked', from the preview performance of October 10, 2003 and then the performances from the opening on October 30, 2003 until January 11, 2005.
What is the name of the Wicked Witch of the West?
If you mean in the broudway musical, her real name was supposed to be Elphaba. If you haven't seen Wicked the musical, I HIGHLY suggest you do!
What was the wicked witch's name in Wicked?
In Wicked there are really not any wicked witches, just misunderstood girls with magical powers. Elphaba is a college student who was born green and was loved by no one. Because of this, she was considered misunderstood. Being misunderstood and unloved gave her a bitter feeling and she became the Wicked Witch of the West. The Wicked Witch of the East is Elphaba's younger sister who was once paralyzed. Her name is Nessarose. She becomes wicked in an act of selfishness in trying to save her boyfriend from death. None of the typical witches are wicked. The wicked witch of the west is Elphaba is just missunderstood and that's what the whole musical is about. Then there is Nessarose who is Elphaba's sister but she is seen as the wicked witch of the east because she made a selfish descision to keep her love. Then of course there is Glinda, who isn't really Wicked but very selfish sometimes and a little bit self-centered.
Who has played Elphaba Thropp in 'Wicked' in Melbourne Australia?
Amanda Harrison originated the role of Elphaba Thropp in the "Wicked" production in Melbourne, Australia.Specifically, the Australian-born and bred performer interpreted the green-skinned witch from the first preview on June 27, 2008 until closing night on August 9, 2009. She temporarily was replaced by Jemma Stevenson Rix (b. December 25, 1984) from June 10, 2009 until August 2, 2009. Upon the return of Amanda Harrison, Jemma Rix returned to standby status.
Who played Elphaba Thropp in the 'Wicked' performances in Portland Oregon?
Donna Vivino played Elphaba Thropp in the "Wicked" performances in Portland, Oregon.Specifically, Donna Vivino performed as a member of the cast of the First National Tour. Audiences in Oregon and at other venues on the Tour's schedule heard and saw the singer/actress' interpretation of Elphaba between November 5, 2008 and July 8, 2010. Before and after those dates, Carmen Cusack and Jackie Burns respectively claimed the role of the feisty, young green-skinned witch
Who played Elphaba Thropp in the 'Wicked' production in Raleigh North Carolina?
Vicki Noon played Elphaba Thropp in the "Wicked" production in Raleigh, North Carolina.Specifically, performances were held from April 21 through May 16, 2010. They took place at the Durham Performing Arts Center in the Raleigh-Durham area. Vicki Noon was the actress who replaced Marcie Dodd for the role of the green-skinned girl as of April 6, 2010 and until being succeeded by Anne Brummel on January 26, 2011.
Who played Elphaba Thropp when the tour came to Phoenix Arizona in 2006?
Julia Murney played Elphaba Thropp when the First National Tour performed "Wicked" in Phoenix, Arizona in 2006.Specifically, performances ran from the ending weeks of August into the first week of September. The closing performance took place on September 3, 2006. Before and after the Phoenix dates, the singer/actress was Stephanie J. Block's successor as of March 8th and Shoshana Bean's predecessor as of September 6th.
Who played Melena when Idina Menzel and Kristen Chenoweth performed in 'Wicked'?
Cristy Candler played Melena when Idina Menzel and Kristen Chenoweth performed in "Wicked."Specifically, Idina Menzel and Kristen Chenoweth respectively interpreted the roles of Elphaba and Glinda in the original Broadway performance of the award-winning musical. Cristy's role was that of mother to Elphaba and Nessarose Thropp. She subsequently participated in other performances, but in the role as Melena's daughter Nessarose.
Who riginally played Elphaba?
Yes, Idina Kim Menzel [b. May 30, 1971] played Elphaba Thropp in the Broadway musical 'Wicked', from the preview performance of October 10, 2003 and then the performances from the opening on October 30, 2003 until January 11, 2005.
What is the name of the Wicked Witch of the West?
If you mean in the broudway musical, her real name was supposed to be Elphaba. If you haven't seen Wicked the musical, I HIGHLY suggest you do!
Who played Elphaba in Wicked on July 5 2010?
Mandy Gonzalez was the lead Elphpaba in July. If She wasnt on it might have been her standby Jennifer DeNoia. Or her understudy, although it probably wasnt, Stephanie Thorns. Hope this helps :) -Shae
Is Elphaba in the play 'Wicked' real?
No, Elphaba Thropp, who is one of two main characters in the musical "Wicked," is not a real person.Specifically, Elphaba is represented by author Gregory Maguire (b. June 9, 1954) as the Wicked Witch of the West in her youth. The Wicked Witch of the West is a character from "The Wizard of Oz" by author and Royal Oz Histories originator Lyman Frank Baum (May 15, 1856 - May 6, 1919). Baum left no known indication that his Wicked Witch of the West was based on any real person. Maguire likewise has given no indication other than to give to Elphaba a passionate concern for animal welfare. That concern was a lifelong passion of Margaret Hamilton (December 9, 1902 - May 16, 1985), who played the Wicked Witch in the beloved 1939 movie version of "The Wizard of Oz."
Who did Emma Hinton play in the Los Angeles Production of WICKED?
Emma Hunton played Elphaba.
Who plays Glinda and Elphaba in 'Wicked' during 2011?
In the highly-anticipated 2010 tour of the Broadway hit, Wicked, the main character Glinda will be played by british actress Louise Dearman. Louise has starred in other Broadway performances including Cinderella, Evita, Cats, and Guys and Dolls. The 2010 Wicked tour is already being looked forward to by many fans as well as many critics. After a great 2009 tour, the production looks to repeat its' success for another year.
