Lencia Kebede, Allie Trimm to star in 'Wicked' on Broadway
The actresses will step into the musical at the Gershwin Theatre, where it has played for 21 years and is the fourth-longest-running Broadway show in history.
UPDATE: Additional principal casting has been named for Wicked on Broadway. The below article has been updated.
They're gonna be popular! Lencia Kebede and Allie Trimm will be the newest stars of Wicked on Broadway, respectively stepping into the roles of Elphaba and Glinda starting March 4 at the Gershwin Theatre.
Kebede makes her Broadway debut in Wicked after playing Angelica on the U.S. national tour of Hamilton. She is the first Black actress to play Elphaba on Broadway full-time.
Trimm was the standby for Glinda on Broadway from December 2021 to March 2024 and now assumes the role full-time. Trimm's additional Broadway credits include 13: The Musical and Bye Bye Birdie.
Also joining the Wicked cast on March 4 are NaTasha Yvette Williams as Madame Morrible, Jenna Bainbridge as Nessarose, and Daniel Quadrino as Boq.
The current Wicked cast includes Mary Kate Morrissey as Elphaba, Alexandra Socha as Glinda, Jordan Litz as Fiyero, Donna McKechnie as Madame Morrible, Brad Oscar as The Wizard, Jake Pedersen as Boq, Natalie Ortega as Nessarose, and William Youmans as Doctor Dillamond. All but Litz, Oscar, and Youmans will play their final performance on March 2.
Now in its 21st year at the Gershwin, Wicked is the fourth-longest-running Broadway show of all time. Set before the events of The Wizard of Oz, the musical follows witches Elphaba and Glinda as they develop an unlikely friendship at school. But their friendship is tested when the people of Oz decide one is a good witch and the other is wicked — and it's not necessarily that simple.
Wicked features popular songs like "Defying Gravity" and is also known for its hit 2024 film adaptation starring Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande.
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Photo credit: Lencia Kebede and Allie Trimm. (Photos courtesy of production)
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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