“Wicked” is my favorite Broadway musical. I have been fortunate to see “Wicked” three times, in three different cities, most recently New York City. Each time I see it, I compare it to the previous time. I have discovered that although the story stays the same, the interpretation by the actors, and the differences in set décor, change my perception of the characters in the story. The musical begins with the celebration, by the Ozians, that Elphaba is dead. Glinda soon arrives, and is accused of being friends with Elphaba, to which she admits that she was. The scene then flashes back in time and tells the story of Elphaba and Glinda. It explains how Elphaba’s mother cheated on her father with a mysterious man and his bottle of “green elixir.” …show more content…
Elphaba realizes that he is everything she’s dreamed about, and hopes that he will cure her of her green skin, if she proves herself to him. Elphaba is given a book, whom only the magically gifted can read. Elphaba completes a spell, but it goes awry. Elphaba realizes that The Wizard is the one behind the suppression of the animals. She soon knows that The Wizard is in fact a fraud and has no magical powers at all and cannot cure her. Elphaba flees the city with the magical book. The Wizard deems her ‘Wicked’ and that she is not to be trusted and is the one behind the problems with the …show more content…
When I was first watching it, I didn’t particularly love it because I was comparing it to the last performance that I had seen. The actors were different, the songs were being sung differently, and frankly I was just not enjoying it. But as the musical went on, my perspective changed and I quickly realized that while everything was different, everything was so right. I began to enjoy and appreciate the new actors take on their characters. I once again came away thinking this was my favorite musical ever. I’m very happy that I was provided the chance to yet again to see my favorite
In 1939, Victor Fleming made a film version of L. Frank Baum’s novel “The Wonderful Wizard of Oz.” However, both the novel and the film focuses or touches on the same moral, it features the protagonist Dorothy who resides in Kansas the farm, along with her aunt Em and uncle Henry as well as her dog Toto. Both Baum’s novel and Fleming’s 1939 film adaptation the setting is in Kansas which is described as a small farm which Dorothy lives in which in Baum’s novel is picturized as gloomy, grey and dull. Throughout Fleming’s adaptation of Baum’s “The Wonderful Wizard of Oz,” there are a number of differences which presents itself in a direct manner on screen as well as similarities. The variety of changes in the film’s adaptation tends to take away from the meaning of L. Frank Baum’s depiction in his novel to a certain level and extent.
In addition, this musical either surprised or fascinated me. I was skeptical about going to this show because I 'm not into love movies. I assume this show would be the same. But I am glad that I was mistaken because the show was great. Seeing some of my favorite R&B artists acting was a pleasant surprise. I was blown away at how good these chart-topping singers performed as actors. The way in which the actors interact with one another and the countless hilarious
These two particular adaptations have translated this interpretation differently, specifically because of the medium being used. The Broadway play focuses more towards adults considering that is their target audience, and the Disney ...
Overall, Wicked was an extraordinary show with very little flaws! It was such an enjoyable show to see and I would most definitely love to see it again! It is for sure a must-see musical. I assure you, you wont regret seeing it at all!! So what are you waiting for? Buy your tickets now!
In Gregory Maguire's novel, Wicked: the Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West happen before the novel by L. Frank Baum, The Wonderful Wizard of Oz. In Baum’s novel of The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, portrays the role of the Wicked Witch of the West being wicked. We have no background or personal preference to understand her life of the Wicked Witch of the West (as known as Elphaba). But in Maguire’s novel, Wicked: the Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West, shows how Elphaba traits of a monster are similar to a typical monster that portrays in people's eye. Elphaba is an ideal model of what we see in a monster would be like: abnormal, scary looking, and blunt behavior. She is a target of gossip to those who do not even know her. Typically in monster tale, usually, monsters characterize as: wicked, unstoppable, destructive, and evil. Surprisingly since birth to young adulthood, Elphaba did not portray a role of any wickedness of a monster expected to be, but a caring person and cares about what she thinks is righteous.
One of its numerous strengths was the costuming and set. This musical would not have been the same had these elements not come together to transport the viewer. In addition to the costuming and the set, the actors were very well cast. Each actor was in a role that fit them and they portrayed their characters very well. For example, the man who played Glen really seemed like a greedy Wall Street worker. The choreography was also well done. It fit true to the style of dance in the 1980s and added to the immersion experience. The only thing that could have made this experience better would be to add more music. This may just be a personal preference, but when I see a musical I like for the music to be central like it is in Hamilton or Les Miserables. However, this musical was very good and not much could be added to enhance the
In Act One, we meet Elphaba and Galinda—two strangers who could not have less in common. When thrown together as roommates at Shiz University, the two must learn how to get along. Doctor Dillamond, one of Elphaba’s professors confides in Elphaba that the Animals of Oz are beginning to lose their powers of speech. A Winkie prince named Fiyero comes to Shiz and charms everyone on campus, including Galinda, who he invites to a dance at the Ozdust Ballroom. Boq, a munchkin, also invites Galinda, who in turn prompts him to invite Nessarose, Elphaba’s wheelchair-bound younger sister. Galinda later gives Elphaba a makeover out of sympathy for her. When Doctor Dillamond is arrested and Fiyero helps Elphaba to free the subject of an experiment (a lion
I liked everything about the musical "Into The Woods." It was not even that long. It was only an hour and a half. It was funny and entertaining. The actors/actresses were very much into the play. They all sang and danced, and they looked like they were having fun at what they were doing. That makes a show better to watch. I would like to see it again, only if I didn't have to pay $9 for it. I would even recommend a friend to go and see it. There was nothing that I did not like about the musical. The whole thing was just wonderful.
However, overall, I really enjoyed the performance. Even as a Hairspray conniseur and snooty arts school student that I am, I thought it was fantastic. I am very happy for my friends and peers who put on the production, and I wish both the cast and crew good luck with the Schuler’s later this
Theater is acting, and each actor that was involved in this production was fantastic. Page Ogle who played Dolly did a very good job being a sweet talking, yet manipulative woman in the 1890s. I would have critiqued her on just one thing, slow down!
... my sister and I returned to New York. Once again we made the trek to the Nederlander. We took our seats and relished the memories. While the cast was different, the affect was similar. It opened our eyes and renewed our appreciation for those that are different than us. I feel in love with it all over again. Even though I had seen the show in Indianapolis and Chicago, there was something about sitting in that theater that made it special.
For me, I was lucky that my college offered tickets to see The Phantom of the Opera right around Mothers’ Day. I celebrated the holiday early by taking my mother to see her first professional performance. I bought tickets to see the musical on Monday, May 2, 2011 at 8:00 PM at the Majestic Theatre in New York City. We spent the day shopping in New York with my some of my college mates. When we got to the theatre, I was slightly disappointed at the size and stuffiness of the theatre, as my imagination always cited spacious grand opera houses as the house for all Broadway shows. What The Majestic Theatre lacks in size, it certainly makes up for in atmosphere. It was very beautiful and ornate and it was like stepping back in time. I was instantly reminded of the movie Moulin Rouge when I entered. It definitely has an old-Hollywood glitz and glamour vibe, with the deep tangerine curtains and the hauntingly dim lighting, which seemed to fit the musical perfectly. There were a lot of steep stairs to climb to get to our seating area. We arrived about two minutes before it began, therefore, as we attempted to find our seats within that 2 minute countdown, the lights shut totally off, leaving us in a blacked out haze of confusion. Somehow, an usher made his way to us and helped us find our seats. Our seats moderately comfortable, but because our seats were located in the mezzanine area, our vision was at times obscured when anything went on at the top of the stage; we were forced to crouch down in our seats to see it.
Every face had excellent expressions, presenting their characters perfectly. Also, each actor added their own twist on the characters, anywhere from a slight accent to body language, adding more depth to the entire musical. Furthermore, every actor changed their voice in a way that depicted their character’s emotions and attitude at that particular moment. Also, the color of the lights changes according to each scene and the mood for that particular scene.
The Phantom of the Opera directed by Joel Schumacher is the 2004 adaptation of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s 1986 musical of the same name. The Phantom of the Opera stars Gerard Butler as the Phantom, Emmy Rossum as Christine Daaé, and Patrick Wilson as Raoul, the Vicomte de Chagny, who are embroiled in a love triangle. The film was met with generally mixed and negative reviews: Schumacher’s use of mise-en-scène, cinematography and editing, as well as symbolism contributes to the production of The Phantom of the Opera.
Although Abbie and Eben have lost worldly and material possessions, they manage to find fulfillment in their relationship and perhaps they do escape from the hard and confining life on the New England farm.