Wicked. I need to see it again.
by Cricket on 11/14/24Paramount Theatre - SeattleRating: 4 out of 5The music was amazing. The gentleman in front of me made sure I did not see the first half. Loved it in whole♡

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WICKED, the Broadway sensation, looks at what happened in the Land of Oz…but from a different angle. Long before Dorothy arrives, there is another girl, born with emerald-green skin—smart, fiery, misunderstood, and possessing an extraordinary talent. When she meets a bubbly blonde who is exceptionally popular, their initial rivalry turns into the unlikeliest of friendships…until the world decides to call one “good,” and the other one “wicked.”
With a thrilling score that includes the hits “Defying Gravity,” “Popular” and “For Good,” WICKED has been hailed by The New York Times as “the defining musical of the decade.” Time Magazine cheers, “if every musical had the brain, the heart, and the courage of WICKED, Broadway really would be a magical place.”
From the first electrifying note to the final breathtaking moment, WICKED—the untold true story of the Witches of Oz—transfixes audiences with its wildly inventive story. It will send your spirits soaring to heights you’ll never forget.
The music was amazing. The gentleman in front of me made sure I did not see the first half. Loved it in whole♡
Vocals, sets ,cast ,all marvelous!! Go see it while you can !
My friend and I went to the Paramount for this show. We spent over 400.00 for our two tickets. We got there 30 minutes before the show started and the line was so long that when we finally got inside, the show had started and the ushers weren't letting people in. I'm not sure of how much of the show we missed, however I would say atleat 15 minutes of it. After we took our seats ( row u. seats 10-11 ) I could not see anything except the persons head in front of me. My friend had the same situation going on. By that time we were so disgusted with how things had unfolded, we left at intermission. We both will not return tho the paramount again, unless our budgets allow us to sit inthe first few rows.
A few days ago, my daughters and I had the pleasure of attending the musical Wicked, and it was nothing short of spellbinding! From the very first note to the final bow, the entire cast captivated us with their powerful performances and flawless voices. The story gave us a fresh perspective on a familiar world, revealing the unseen side of Oz’s most iconic characters, particularly Elphaba and Glinda. The way the storyline intertwined courage, friendship, and the complexity of “good” and “wicked” left us reflecting long after the show ended. The set design was pure magic, with towering gears and vibrant colors that brought every scene to life, and the musical numbers were filled with heart and energy—especially “Defying Gravity,” which gave us all chills. Every element, from the costumes to the lighting, was thoughtfully crafted, pulling us deeper into this enchanting tale. Wicked is a must-see for anyone who loves powerful stories, unforgettable music, and a touch of magic. My daughters and I left the theater not just entertained but inspired. We will be back every time this performance comes to our city.
I have seen Wicked before but this production was off the charts . I am a thespian and tend to be critical of performances . The cast, the tech, special effects, just excellent. Took my three Grandchildren and my 15 year old Grandson said that this was right up there with Hamilton for best experience at the theater. I have taken them to shows since they were around four. I am still singing Defying Gravity three days later.
We loved everything about the show, except for the long bathroom lines at intermission. Whew.. people had a very hard time getting back to their seats in time. But the wicked production itself was Incredible and so entertaining with a colorful creative ever-changing set, flawless acting, and phenomenal singing, even the orchestra was on spot. We loved it & It was a special day for us in Seattle. A standing ovation deserved by all who are involved in this Wicked production!
My third Wicked experience...certainly the most extravagant set
Sold out show! Energy in the audience was electric! Wonderful singing (especially Elphaba)! Sets, lighting and costumes were top notch! Wonderful experience!
This was my first time seeing Wicked! I was blown away by the story and by the amazing voices and talent of everyone on stage!
I have seen Wicked before and so has my daughter. I brought my son and sister to it and they absolutely loved it!! It is performed brilliantly and the story couldn't have been better! I was not a fan of The Wizard of Oz, but I love Wicked.
The show was AMAZING!! I didn’t expect all of the emotions I went through. Laughing, crying, and being surprised at how some of it was portrayed. I would see this again and again!
First time seeing Wicked for 7 of us; although some of us have sung the songs in choirs/duets, etc for years. Elphaba was phenomenal. Exceptional. As was the Wizard of Oz. His performance was spot on. Zero to critique. Choreo was top notch, even though there was an occasional miss. (Some of us are musicians and/or dancers so we catch things that the general public doesn't.) The music, creativity, design, and costuming were also top notch. Sadly there were a couple of misses: Often we could not hear or understand Glinda and the Fiyero characters, among others. Whether this was a mic issue? or sound board balance of orchestra over the characters' mics? The actors/actresses were talented, so no fault of theirs. Frustrating for all of us. Missed some of the jokes bc of it. The venue is great. All seats are great. Went to an afternoon performance. Felt safe. No parking issues. No problems with purchasing tickets or using them at the door (mobile tickets only). Looking forward to other performances with the Elphaba actress.
This show was AMAZING! The only Downside was the venue let a huge horde of people in after the first scene but during The second so it was hard to see for a little bit while over 100 late comers found their seats. Would still 100% see this show again.
The costumes and production are top notch whimsical, transporting me to Oz from the first scene. Cast of the 2024 tour bring a unique but familiar flare to the show. Truly wonderful!
A large group of people arrived 10 or so minutes late and blocked us from seeing the play, while they were trying to find their seats. We missed an important part. Then after intermission, it happened again. These seats aren't cheap and these people allowed to come in after the play started was frustrating and disappointing. Would be nice if you did not allow late seating. Late arrivals are rude and ruins the experience for those of us that arrived on time.
Outstanding in every way. I was impressed by the talent from every single performer including the stage and lighting. I was in row HH and I was able to hear every word. I loved the humor, where the body language made all the difference beyond what the words could do alone. The singing talent transcended my soul.
I think the show was great except for the delayed entry of many theatre goers due to a pile up out front and a mess with entry from bags being checked and holding up all lines . If you did not bring a bag they should of had lines that you could through fast and let things flow smoothly.Problems with the late seating was that it was done several times so we could not see the performance with many people standing getting in to the seats after being delayed out front.
Wicked was the most amazing show! Emotional, powerful! Loved it!
The show was great no problems. But management at the theater was bad. Got there 30 minutes early and lines took so long to check people 1/2 the audience was rushing in after getting there early. They also didnt give the flickering show starts soon warning which made more of the audience late. 1/4 the audience had to wait to come in and it was so many it very much disturbed us already seated. Attendants told us its normal! One like that every down and then is one thing but normal? Same at intermission. They gave no warning so after intermission they had to let 1/4 of the auidiance in making the second scene hard to enjoy as whole rows hard to stand to let people in. The performance and touring crew were great. But I'd avoid paramount theater if management is that bad. As someone who has worked front of house I was appalled.
I have seen Wicked on Broadway and in Seattle years ago and this show was amazing. The talent was incredible. The 2 leads were both beautiful and gifted. I’m going to see it again next week.