‘They’ll never bring us dowwwwwwwn!’ Wicked’s stars pick their favourite songs from the smash hit
Stars of the hit musical Wicked, including Idina Menzel, discuss their favorite songs and personal experiences performing in the show. The piece highlights the creative process behind iconic numbers like 'Defying Gravity' and the show's enduring legacy.
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Wicked remains a cultural phenomenon, and insights into its production offer value to theater enthusiasts and fans of the franchise.
‘I asked if I could take it up an octave since the whole song is soaring’ … Idina Menzel as Elphaba ‘I asked if I could take it up an octave since the whole song is soaring’ … Idina Menzel as Elphaba Stage ‘They’ll never bring us dowwwwwwwn!’ Wicked’s stars pick their favourite songs from the smash hit The musical powerhouse has spawned huge hits, but which do its troupers love to belt out – even for the 1,700th time? From Broadway legend Idina Menzel to composer Stephen Schwartz, they reveal all
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