An Early Gift

Yep! I went to see Wicked on Saturday night. DH decided this was going to be his gift for Valentine's Day to me. It is the last tour before the troupe is disbanded (they don't want another "Cats"). He didn't want to go so I went with my sister. It was GREAT!! We were 13 rows from the stage and almost dead center. The set was great, the costumes awesome, lighting terrific and actors wonderful!! Many have their favorite Elphaba and Glinda actresses. I've heard several recordings of various incarnations and I think Katie Clarke and Carmen Cusack were fantastic. Katie gave Glinda just the right "ditz" for the role and her soprano was dead on for the character. Carmen brought a deeper, more diverse and richer sound to Elphaba than others (including Idina...sorry) have. It was perfect for the character who is both dark and good. For those that read the book...yes, like any show they took liberties (afterall...who wants to end on a down note). Still good though since the focus is more on the friendship of these 2 characters and where each of their choices lead them. The only problem that night was...I'm short. The guy in front of me was tall. Couldn't see anything stage right. Good thing not much happened over there. It was a fabulous time!!! Go if you can!! Thanks CW!!!