QuaranTune #15: "For Good" from Wicked
A show tune a day keeps the quarantine blues at bay...
It's probably safe to say that thanks to the current pandemic sweeping the globe, our world has been changed For Good. Whilst many of us theatre workers and fans are left wondering how the current issues will affect the future of our industry, it's important to remember and be grateful for the people we have been able to meet through being a small part of this close-knit community.
I would like to personally dedicate today's #QuaranTune to all those I have had the pleasure to work with, to get to know and to befriend throughout my years working for the New York Theatre Guide. You are all in my thoughts and you have all changed me for the better.
In 2016, during the special "Out of Oz: Wicked Studio Sessions" to celebrate the musical phenomenon that is Wicked, the two Broadway superstars that started it all returned to perform the iconic duet "For Good" for the show's passionate followers around the world. Here's Tony Award winners Idina Menzel and Kristin Chenoweth with this beautifully stripped-back rendition that is sure to make you feel "swankifyingly" appreciative of all the friends you've made along the way...
Now whatever way our stories end, I know you have rewritten mine by being my friend.
(Elphaba, Wicked)
Wicked Tickets are available now.
(Photo by Joan Marcus)
Frequently asked questions
What is Wicked about?
The Tony-winning musical Wicked made Idina Menzel and Kristin Chenoweth household names, and nearly 20 years later, Wicked remains a popular audience favorite. This prequel to The Wizard of Oz flips everything you know about good and bad witches, centering on Glinda and Elphaba's long-lost friendship. Defy gravity and learn more about Wicked tickets on Broadway today.
Where is Wicked playing?
Wicked is playing at Gershwin Theatre. The theatre is located at 222 West 51st Street (between Broadway & 8th Avenue), New York, 10019.
How long is Wicked?
The running time of Wicked is 2hr 45min. Incl. 15min intermission.
What's the age requirement for Wicked?
The recommended age for Wicked is Ages 8+. Children under 5 will not be admitted..
How do you book tickets for Wicked?
Book tickets for Wicked on New York Theatre Guide.
Who wrote Wicked?
Wicked is written by Winnie Holzman (book) and Stephen Schwartz (music and lyrics). Holzman's book is based on Gregory Maguire's 1995 novel Wicked.
What songs are in Wicked?
Wicked's Tony-nominated score includes songs such as "Defying Gravity," "Popular," "For Good," "No Good Deed," and "Dancing Through Life." Learn more about all the songs in Wicked on Broadway.
Is Wicked appropriate for kids?
Wicked is recommended for children ages 8 and older. The show is a popular family-friendly Broadway show that audiences of all ages enjoy. Please note that children 4 and younger are not permitted in Broadway theatres.
What is the Wicked musical based on?
The Wicked musical is based on Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West, a novel by Gregory Maguire published in 1995.
When did Wicked open on Broadway?
Wicked opened in October 2003. It is the fourth-longest-running Broadway show of all time as of 2023.
Who directed Wicked on Broadway?
Two-time Tony Award winner Joe Mantello directed Wicked on Broadway. He has directed more than 30 Broadway shows and is known for Assassins, Take Me Out, 9 to 5, and The Odd Couple.
Is Wicked good?
Wicked is one of Broadway's longest-running shows and is among the best-reviewed shows on New York Theatre Guide.
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