About the Show

Wicked the smash hit West End musical is coming to Edinburgh as part of its 2024 UK tour.
Wicked is the recipient of more than 100 major international awards and nominations including winning three Tony Awards and two Olivier Awards.

Based on the acclaimed novel byGregory Maguire, Wicked imagines a beguiling backstory to the lives of L. Frank Baum’s beloved characters, and reveals the magic that shaped the destinies of two unlikely friends on their remarkable journey to becoming Glinda The Good and the Wicked Witch of the West.

This award-winning production flies back to Bristol complete with all the spectacle and magic that make “this extraordinary show”(Bristol Post) an unforgettable and unmissable experience.

This wondorous untold adventure in ‘Oz’ will leave you spellbound.

– STEVE ALLEN, LBC

The perfect choice for a spellbinding night out.

– DAILY MAIL

One of the West End’s true modern classics.

– METRO

With music and lyrics by multi-Oscar, Golden Globe and Grammy Award winner Stephen Schwartz (Godspell, Pippin, The Prince of Egypt, The Hunchback of Notre Dame) and a book by Tony Award-nominee Winnie Holzman, Wicked is currently the 12th longest running show in West End history, having been seen at the Apollo Victoria Theatre London by over eleven million people.

Two-time Tony-winner Joe Mantello directs this “devilishly clever spin on The Wizard of Oz” (The Daily Telegraph), with musical staging by Tony-winner Wayne Cilento.

After the continuing success on both Broadway and the West End, as well as countless international productions, Wicked is embarking on its latest UK tour. This essential West End musical is the winner of over 100 major international theatre awards, including three Tony Awards, two Olivier Awards, a Grammy Award and ten theatregoer voted WhatsOnStage Awards (including three for ‘Best West End Show’).

Wicked is suitable for a general audience. As a guide to parents and guardians, it is recommended for ages 7+. Please note that loud noises, flashing lights, smoke effects and strobe lighting feature in the production.

The producers cannot guarantee the appearance of any particular artist, which is always subject to illness, injury and statutory leave entitlement.

Wicked UK Tour

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