Apollo Victoria Theatre 17 Wilton Road London SW1V 1LG
Directions: Exit Victoria Station and turn right. The theatre is on Wilton Road and is visible from the station exit. This is approximately a 2 minute walk.
Tube: Victoria station is 1 minute walk (62 metres)
Performances
Matinee
Evening
Tuesday
7.30pm
Wednesday
2.30pm
7.30pm
Thursday
7.30pm
Friday
7.30pm
Saturday
2.30pm
7.30pm
Sunday
2.30pm
Show notes
Running time: 2hr 45min. Incl. 1 interval.
Booking from: 07 Sep 2024
Booking until: 01 Jun 2025
Age restrictions: Recommended for children aged 6 and over. Children aged 2 and under will not be permitted.
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The Show Premiering on Broadway in 2003, the global phenomenon that is Wicked continues to captivate audiences in over one hundred cities, in thirteen different countries and seven different languages. A magical tale of friendship, love, power and destiny, Wicked questions the supposed dichotomy of good versus evil and explores the premise of perception truly being reality. Based on Gregory Maguire's 1995 revisionist novel of L. Frank Baum's original works, Wicked reveals the untold story preceding the iconic Wizard of Oz. We follow the adventures and dilemmas of Elphaba and Glinda as they realise their respective callings as 'Wicked Witch of the West' and 'Glinda the Good' via their blossoming friendship, dealings with the corrupt power-wielding Wizard of Oz, and the mutual love-interest towards a young prince named Fiyero. A parallel universe opens up before our eyes as the masterful Stephen Schwartz (music and lyrics) and Joe Mantello (director) lead a vastly talented creative team in bringing the enchanted Land of Oz to life in magnificently lavish style, realising a world of fantasy, sorcery and unrivalled beauty.
History of Wicked In 1998 Stephen Schwartz approached Universal Studios to realise his vision of a spectacular Broadway production of Maguire's novel which, after several musical workshops, arrived on Broadway in April 2003 - three years later London's West End would receive the same treatment as ecstatic theatre patrons braved freezing temperatures to secure their tickets to see Wicked. The unflinching popularity of this wonderful smash-hit musical shows no signs of waning.
As of 24th April 2024, Wicked is the 10th longest running West End show of all time with 6,762 performances. It is also the 8th longest-running musical in West End history, just behind Starlight Express. The show has been seen by nearly 65 million people worldwide and has amassed over $5 billion in global sales.
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Awards and what the Critics say Wicked has received over 100 awards during twelve glorious years captivating audiences of the theatre-going world. The West End production received 9 whatsonstage.com awards including Best West End Show & Best Musical, an Olivier award for Most Popular Show alongside crowning accolades from the Dress Circle, Visit London, the Evening Standard and many, many more.
Wicked receives stunning applause from vast arrays of media outlets, all singing from the same hymn sheet. Lynn Parsons tells her listeners "There is no show in London that matches the wit, wonder of Wicked - an unforgettable enchanting triumph, dazzling the senses and touching the heart", while Tim Lichfield states that "Wicked combines spectacular visuals and production values with an ingenious story, brilliant performances and genuine emotion". Perfectly summed up, Luke Smith simply puts "It's the best show I've seen in the West End".
Interesting facts about Wicked Through its For Good programme, Wicked spearheads a range of causes which stem from themes encountered in the musical - two of these are the Wicked Young Writer Awards, and Wicked Day, where productions around the world unite to raise money for green charities
Elphaba's perfectly green foundation is made especially for the show by the cosmetic company MAC.
Wicked audience reviews
Superb, 94%Score from 3424 reviews
"Show was amazing. Even better than we thought it was going to be really enjoyed the show."6/9/2024
"Best Show Ever!!!!!"1/9/2024
"Amazing show would see again we all had different favourite parts but all of us loved it show staff are very helpful for disabled people"
11/8/2024
"Great trip to London"
20/6/2024
"Show was amazing. Theatre setup was the best I`ve been in. No need to worry about tall people in front of you."
"Seating"17/6/2024
"Great show"11/4/2024
"Loved the whole performance. A great family show"
"Another great show"10/4/2024
"Faboulous show, not our first time, Elphaba was wonderfully portrayed, and the lighting and active engagement were wonderful"
Apollo Victoria Theatre 17 Wilton Road London SW1V 1LG
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Victoria station is 1 minute walk (62 metres)
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