Behind The Curtain: The History of WICKED (Part Two)

[@BehindTheMagic]

Thank you all so much for your patience as I put Part Two together! Hope you enjoy! Oh, and if you have anything to say about the lack of POC Elphaba’s that isn’t along the lines of “Wow, that’s a shame and should be changed,” your comment will get deleted! Signed, a Black creator/performer who doesn’t have time to argue with racists. 😊

[@KIWIgirl2014]

Yes!!! I'm glad you touched on the subject matter, because it definitely needs to be talked about more, and applied to make some much needed change.

[@NicoRaimont]

FACTS!!!!!!!

[@ShiningSeraph]

@@KIWIgirl2014 Right! While watching this video and looking at the cast, I realized the lack of diversity and was like "Oh hm, that's strange..." And then he mentioned it in the video, haha.

[@MarcusMartn]

🖤🖤

[@emilyg2858]

I think we should petition to have a POC Glinda. Wouldn't it be a wonderful step forward for Wicked to cast Brittney Johnson as the lead Glinda on Broadway.

[@madjamie69]

“I’m Cathy”.. I gasped!

[@BehindTheMagic]

Right???!? And to think, I almost didn’t ask her the question that lead to her telling that story! I’m SO glad I did!!!

[@jacksonurenmusic]

That was such a special story and such a perfect moment for her. I’m so happy that that happened.

[@LuchoPz]

The people we love who pass away always seem to always give us a sign they're still here, I love it

[@GerardoTonella]

I am in tears. What a beautiful, truly uplifting story. 🥹💖

[@steviehills4256]

At this point, I would much rather have a ProShot of Wicked than a film adaptation. Like what Phantom did for its 25th Anniversary & what Hamilton did on DisneyPlus.

[@FormalFilmsProductions]

I’d be ok with both honestly

[@newname34695]

I’d like a proshot, but honestly I’d love a movie to change up the story a little bit, if done right a mix of the musical and book would be beautiful

[@FormalFilmsProductions]

@@newname34695 something that combines both the musical and the book

[@newname34695]

@@FormalFilmsProductions yeah I love both the book and musical but the book feels like a darker Animal, the musical feels almost like a prequel to the poppy, family friendly original oz movie, and the book feels like a prequel to the darker, almost nightmarish original book version of oz. Also certain elements feel like they work better in the book, fiyero, in my opinion, should always be black. Honestly my dream would be a miniseries combining the wicked musical and and all of the wicked books, and the original wizard of oz movie and books.

[@jacksonurenmusic]

Sameeeee

[@Blackaos367]

And now, after 2 years since this wonderful Part Two, the trailer for the movie is out! Part Three anytime soon?!

[@imaniarliez]

i started crying when Laurel was telling the story of her elphaba debut and didn't stop for the rest of the video. this was so good. thank you so much for both parts. you are incredible!!

[@BehindTheMagic]

As soon as she told me that story, I knew this was gonna be a good video! And thank you so much for watching! I really appreciate it!

[@RaisedThird]

I’m not even religious and I’m crying, what a beautiful story 😭

[@jeffreyrschell]

I saw Laurel Harris (she was our standby and was our elphaba) and she was AMAZING LIKE JAW DROPPING I WAS IN TEARS

[@matthewm.986]

3:18 I like that Stephanie J. Block was humble enough to choose to do the tour rather than trying to fill Idina's shoes on Broadway even though Idina was chosen over Stephanie to be the original Elphaba on Broadway! It shows a lot of class on Stephanie's Part!

[@YYZatcboy]

I worked on the show in Toronto and she was an all around kind and wonderful person to everyone at the theatre including the fans who waited at stage door. Didn't matter if it was a two show day or not, she would be out there for as long as there was anyone who wanted to talk to her.

[@TheBizzle1984]

@@YYZatcboy I saw it in Toronto, it was awesome! You all did an amazing job, thank you 💗

[@infjelphabasupporter8416]

Honestly, I don't think she needed to necessarily be humble. Personal opinion but her acting (whilst less book accurate) was far more accurate to how Elphie's softer personality is in the musical. Idina was chosen mainly because of the fame she had already acquired. Stephanie is technically the first and original Elphaba. She also arguably sang better. So I don't know if she was doing anyone a favour; seeing her as the standby would have been an honor! (and if you ask me as lead...)

[@benschaeffer8102]

And the thing is: Stephanie J. Block was a GREAT Elphaba all on her own and her portrayal was COMPLETELY original, so it's ONLY RIGHT that she got the tour. OMG, Laurel Harris' story made me cry. 😢

[@kazza6078]

Bootlegs are the only way most of us can ever get theater! I'd love to pay money to see theater live if I could afford it or if it was here.

[@aaronwilliams2155]

I started being a fan of wicked during the pandemic, without bootlegs I wouldn't even have experienced that!

[@clarissaspeyer-stocks331]

they only promote the show better tbh! People will watch bootlegs and then specifically go to NYC only to watch those broadway shows, I literally see it as free promotion for a show for the rest of the world.

[@kazza6078]

@@clarissaspeyer-stocks331 I literally didn't know I liked musical theater until I stumbled on a heathers bootleg

[@Soleanthia]

I saw a bootleg first and finally got to see it a couple years later in person. Loved it more in person but I'll go back to the bootleg to scratch my Wicked itch since I can't in person at the moment.

[@IamCurrentlyAscending]

As someone from podunk Utah, I don't get to see all those fun shows. I did see Wicked my last year of college on a Art School trip. Other than that, it's cool to see all the different casts online, and I've bought all sorts of merch from the official site because of it, so it's not like I'm not adding to their wallet. But the obsession is 100% bootleg driven.

[@clarissaspeyer-stocks331]

wicked is a gateway drug to theater kiddom

[@BehindTheMagic]

Oh, 100%! It was the first cast recording I ever bought, and I’ve been in love with musical theatre ever since!

[@kanesanders6669]

It was my first ever professional show. I've seen it three times now, seen half a dozen other professional shows and even been in half a dozen local theatre musical productions - all because Wicked had such an impact on me.

[@Nyx_Room]

Lool that is confirmed 😂 very accurate 😍

[@HeyItsSarah30]

Omg YES

[@vgpowerlord]

Finally, in 2024 it looks like we're finally going to see the first Wicked movie by the end of the year. It's only the first half of the show though.

[@sunnygirl523]

they spilt it into 2 parts the first part of the movie will be this November and then part 2 will be next year so excited ❤

[@andr0medaz]

oh my god, that clip at the end of the different renditions of defying gravity, concluding with idinas iconic final belt had me ACTUALLY tearing up🥹🥹 amazing video series, and such a _wickedly_ wonderful musical to look back on💚💚💚

[@BehindTheMagic]

So glad you enjoyed it! I loved putting that ending together. 💚

[@katedonnelly2224]

This show has such an insane history of casting incredibly talented women, I for one am beyond grateful that bootlegs have documented some of their performances for the rest of us who couldn't be there to get to see! Getting to see so many different nuanced takes on Elphaba and Glinda is such a gift and only makes me long to see it live even more, personally!

[@m.c.lizard9838]

This^^^

[@gianinamorales8597]

I teared up at the audio of Brittney Johnson's first performance... Those cheers...

[@emilyg2858]

Bring back Brittney!! She would make an excellent lead as Glinda on Broadway.

[@gianinamorales8597]

@@emilyg2858 Aren't you a prophet 😉

[@catlover4319]

I remember being about 5 or 6 with my grandma, who i adored and who wanted to show me so much the world had to offer in terms of the arts and the wonderful things in life, on the floor maybe 10th row on broadway and the flying monkeys coming down and hiding behind my grandma because it was almost like i was in the musical and they would come and grab me. Thank you thank you for this documentary, grandma recently passed and this back all my most precious memories with her ❤

[@cactus450]

This video is so so good. I literally started crying by the end of it. Wicked is such a personal show to me and you did such a good job of covering the history of the show. I was supposed to see Wicked for the 1st time last May for my 18th birthday but that didn't happen, obviously. I'm hoping i can see it when Broadway opens again, whenever that is.

[@sarahrebecca8838]

I started crying too!

[@RadMad789]

Abby, I hope your long belated birthday wish comes true!

[@mollywoolfson2571]

I thought I was gonna cry during the video as well

[@brown1069]

crying by the end? laurel’s story has me sitting here in pieces 💔❤️

[@joanabals]

9:01 Ariana being in this video because she covered popular more than ten years ago and now she’s glinda in the movie adaptation i’m so emotional

[@artistnameseven]

The first time I saw wicked was through a bootleg video on youtube but the second part was missing. When I found out that they were coming to LA I was so ecstatic and was able to get my hands on a ticket on the 4th row in the middle. It was such a beautiful experience, I hope to one day take every one of my loved ones to go see it, its just magical

[@jamiestrudwick5386]

Sat here in floods of tears. Thank you for sharing this with us. Wicked has played such a huge role on my life for ten years now. I first saw the show when I was 13 with Rachel Tucker and Louise Dearman and I’ve seen it 16(ish) times with the likes of Willemijn Verkaik, Emma Hatton, Natalie McQueen and all those women have changed my life in so many ways. Even as a 22 year old man, I love seeing such powerful female role models and Wicked is the most incredible show for displaying that anybody can be anything irrespective of issues that face us.

[@CelestialsStorm]

We went with my high school theater company this year. I had already seen it before, but it’s still magical to rewatch it again and again. I have so much love and appreciation and affection for this musical and I will continue to love it. I bought a necklace with the witch hat and the show logo on it. Since I got it I’ve worn it every day. It’s such a calming shape to touch, and the meaning behind it is very deep for me. I will never forget this musical and how it’s changed me

[@ellieespinoza8088]

Wicked is more than a show, it's an experience that demonstrates the wonder and joy of the Broadway Musical. Excellent video on one of the best musicals💚💖

[@KatieLHall-fy1hw]

Know what is an experience? Cats 😆 🐈 I want to see that show so bad one day, just for the dancing!

[@Lemf15]

I saw Wicked on their national tour in Ottawa when I was 15 and it still gives me chills anytime I hear the end of Defying Gravity. I cried when my mom gave me the tickets and said we were going, I cried checking into the hotel, I was practically vibrating before it started and I cried so many times during...Watching this made me cry, this was the show that started my love of Broadway musicals and I could see it a million more times and still love it

[@arynkelsondiy3986]

That aunt Cathy story has me bawling! That is such a precious story!

[@noctua_caelum]

This is such a great documentary quality video, you should be proud!

[@BehindTheMagic]

Thank you so much!

[@JarrettSelf]

Ok but why am I crying???

[@aaronwilliams2155]

The wicked stans....we are here

[@nereyam]

Now we have the film coming out in a month! And Elphaba being played by a black woman! I am so excited ❤️🥰

[@cedarmagic2316]

i feel like we need to see Little Shop of Horrors as the next episode on Behind the Curtain please do that.

[@BehindTheMagic]

Oh, that one is DEFINITELY on my list! One of my favorite musicals of all time!

[@williammclean5897]

@@BehindTheMagic we could get into the behind the scenes disaster of when Little Shop went to Broadway bc there’s a LOT to unpack there 🍿🐸☕️

[@PatrickLoobs]

This 2-part docu is really inspirational!! And this 2nd part is very timely to remember the 1-year since Broadway has shut down. Thank you! We will come back home. It’s only intermission.

[@BehindTheMagic]

Absolutely! Broadway will be back! 💚

[@not_quite_clarinet]

Besides the Asian casts and Alyssa Fox on NA Tour, Elphaba has never been played by an Asian actress as well

[@BehindTheMagic]

The numbers get lower and lower when you start looking at other ethnicities who’ve played the role. Such a shame. 😕

[@nwgski]

I'm hoping that Eva Noblezada can play Elphaba either in the movie or on Broadway at some point.

[@2icelollys1goat]

If an Asian country/continent would like to make the show....it'd be problem solved.

[@khayziekayz]

There is, in South Korea

[@Shax117]

I was the technical liaison for the Manila production when it was first performed at the Cultural Center of the Philippines, and the venue director when it returned a few years later at The Theatre at Solaire. I've worked with several productions like Phantom, Les Mis, West Side Story, The Lion King, but something about this musical really touches my heart. Great video!

[@juliusryanumali1491]

Sir, I hope they return to Manila! Maybe you can pull some strings 😉

[@stealahb]

hearing / seeing the montage in the end made me cry. well done on the documentary, well done indeed!!!!

[@tayltv01]

As someone who had never actually seen Wicked, but fell in love with the soundtrack, watching a bootleg is what made me want to buy tickets. I loved it so much that I knew that I had to see it live. I am waiting for them to go on sale in 4 days and we're going to go see it in Chicago.

[@BehindTheMagic]

Awesome!

[@laurenbashoura9575]

I had the same experience! Finally saw it in-person as a teen and it was the most magical experience! I wish Broadway would put out pro-shots of all their musicals. I don’t think they would deter live ticket sales at all - it would probably make people more eager to go see the show live!

[@savannamesch9481]

That string of Elphabas at the end ... made me tear up! Wonderful documentary.

[@kaelarose9351]

The best part of live theatre is when actors change and they bring their own style to the character and songs

[@tylerscrivner7784]

Your documentaries are so thoughtful, thorough, well-researched, and wonderfully presented. I'm so happy to have found this channel!

[@BehindTheMagic]

I’m glad you found it too! 😊

[@iamdog4864]

I love it when the music comes on when some ✨dramatic✨ happens 💀💀💀

[@zval101]

I was 16 years old when I first saw Wicked. It was 2014, and I was on a school trip with my other theatre geek peers to England. I get to say that my first time seeing Wicked was at the Apollo Victoria with Savannah Stevenson and Willemijn Verkaik. That was such a special moment in my life that I shared with my friends. I’ll never forget it. Thank you so much for all of your hard work and dedication on this documentary! 💚

[@KIWIgirl2014]

This was such an intricately detailed two-part look at Wicked. For someone who is also a fan of this musical, I learned so much from this. As always, fantastic job, Patrick!

[@Loriana93]

I cried my eyes out watching this video!. I first went to see Wicked on the year it opened in London. I then went to see Wicked for my 30th birthday which was over a week ago. The story is so special and one that makes me emotional because like Elphaba I am an outcast too. It’s one of the few musicals I can relate to! 💜.

[@LilmesicanProductionsInc]

I was waiting for part 2 and it didn't disappoint. Brought me to tears! 😢 Love your channel!

[@Tyrant2.0]

The final line up of Elphabas… I’m not crying, you are

[@katiet1563]

17:12 I remember when I saw Ginna in 2018 alongside Mary Kate Morrissey and their chemistry was great. It was the first time I saw wicked and I’ll never forget it. The whole performance was amazing even though I was in the last row of the balcony lol. I love them 🥺

[@hamilcross]

i really hope your channel takes off soon, i’ve loved all of the videos of yours that i’ve watched!

[@BehindTheMagic]

Thank you so much! I’m really happy with how the channel has grown in the last month. Hopeful for more growth throughout the year! 😊

[@MonaQuartenbacher]

Beautifully done. Informative threading of the story with touching, well done interviews. Laurel's story about her debut and Aunt Kathy and Kathy the woman she met in church on that day... I have a similar story about my grandmother and sincerely believe it was her aunt letting her know she was there for her debut that day. We saw Ginna Claire Mason perform in Denver in 2019 and it was my first time finally getting to see a show I'd wanted to see for almost 20 years! It was pure magic. Planning on taking my daughters when it swings through town again. Such a special, magical show. Thank you for this. A wonderful way to spend a Friday evening!

[@4dultw1thj0b]

Also the conscious hypocrisy around the whole bootleg thing is so funny omg

[@flixti9295]

I’m from germany and I always listened to the original soundtrack when I was younger because my mother loved the musical but was never able to see it. I finally got the chance to see Wicked with my mother in Hambourg yesterday and it was simply amazing. Even tho the costumes are modernized in the new version in germany, the magic is not lost and every song is performed beautifully. Glinda and Elphaba really make this show special. And just a few weeks ago the main cast of the movie has been announced and I am so excited to see Cynthia as a black Elphaba and I can‘t wait to see how Ariana Grande does as Glinda. Oh and thank you so much for your video. So much effort!!!

[@samwhotried]

Thank you SO MUCH for this incredible documentary - so professional and informative, well, well done!!

[@RadMad789]

This video got my sweating through my eyes. 😭 The last bit was very well edited I loved seeing different versions of Elphaba starting with Idina to professionals from around the world to a little boy at home contrasted with an over the top group performance only to circle back to where it started. Chef’s kiss!

[@jenniferelkins]

This whole documentary is a TREASURE. THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU!

[@pedroxqui]

that final montage was everything

[@mezza001]

Also boot leg of wicked can be a good thing becoz it will encourage more people to go see it live. Becoz it is never the same watching it Live!! The magical experience is loss watching on boot leg!

[@rami3224]

Watching now in 2024 and excited for a quick part 3 covering things happening now and tomorrow!

[@mayennesebial3463]

Seems like a Part 3 will be needed to cover the movie :D

[@simonedeloach4825]

Aunt Kathy!!!! Girl, you got me crying my eyes out!😭😭😭🥰 love this story. Love you Aunt Kathy

[@AlvaroIbacacheS]

Thank you! I’m not from the US and in my country musical productions don’t happen very often, years ago I found your channel I love it so much. This year finally my dream came true and I was able to visit New York and see wicked. ❤ you help me love and wanting to see something I could never knew it existed if it wasn’t for the job you contents creator do.

[@TishaMae]

Still angry we got stupid CATS over wicked

[@TeylaDex]

imagine if they had fucked up wicked as bad as cats... then i'm rather happy we didn't get it at all. if they made a wicked movie though like they did with 1998 for cats, i'd be all in.

[@JamesNYCGuy3]

Well, that movie is how NOT to fudge it up.

[@yippedoodah]

@@TeylaDex Very good point. CATS wasn't even finished when they released it D:

[@kitart1583]

The cats fans were as mad as you are, they did us so dirty with that stupid movie

[@MK-ophelia]

@@RenatoJ.Silva_ you having a stroke, or what?

[@gracefutrell1912]

Wicked got me through the darkest days of hurricane Katrina because I resonated with Elphaba because people were saying the storm was our fault that’s why it’s my favorite musical

[@rojsteph1728]

I'm surprised there was no mention of Kerry Ellis. First British Actress to go from west end to Broadway with the role, but at the same time can see this is Broadway centric :D

[@BehindTheMagic]

Ah, sorry! I figured there’d be some favorite Elphaba’s and Glinda’s that I left out! Promise it wasn’t intentional!

[@jj24james70]

Then they’ll have to do Jennifer Dinoia. She nearly did all the productions

[@yaelb89]

Thanks a lot for this beautiful two part documentary. One point - I know sometimes people feel it’s common to see Jewish actress on Broadway but actually this is a form of diversity representation and it’s important to acknowledge it. Especially knowing the rise of antisemitism in US and the rest of the world.

[@everest938]

wow the supercut at the end left me so emotional 😭amazing video and tribute to this show that has done so much for us all! 💚

[@bekahpar-lar]

I had the honour of watching Alexia Khadime in London when I was 10. It's very rare that I'll come across a performance that matches her incredible energy and characterisation

[@ayoung399]

Thank you "Wicked", Idina Menzel, Kristin Chenowith and all of the Wicked families. My eldest son loved music. For Christmas I got him tickets for "Wicked" (his first Broadway Musical). it was a magical evening and he was hooked. We had to get the Collectors Program and the CD. He sang every song for months afterward and was totally in love with Idina Menzel. 🎉

[@Mtnsunshine]

Beautifully, beautifully done. 👍👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼💚💚💚. There were definitely tears from me upon seeing the genius compilation at the end. Good tears, for sure. Thank you SO much for creating these videos. 🙏. You have done an outstanding job. 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@calebfoster7954]

That blend of the different Elphabas in different languages at the end was wonderful!

[@katwil89]

That Laurel Harris story is so beautiful!! I had to back up and listen to her tell it a couple more times before I could go on and finish the video.

[@AfroSamurai1089]

That Aunt Cathy tale. I wasn't ready for that.

[@hoodyboy567]

I am in love with these documentaries keep them coming

[@BehindTheMagic]

Thank you! I’ll keep making them as long as people keep watching! 😊

[@annemarietimmers779]

Wow, you made a masterpiece of a documentary! Thank you for putting so much time into making this! Would you be open to doing popular shows that originated in Europe, like Elisabeth das Musicals or Roméo et Juliette?

[@BehindTheMagic]

I’d be open to anything! It’ll probably be a while though before I start exploring shows that I’m not already familiar with, but I would love to tackle them someday!

[@blezzing0603]

We got our Glinda and Elphaba for the wicked movie

[@natoriousyes3773]

would've loved to have ariana play elphaba rather than glinda, but i see why she would fit glinda's part better. and i love love love elphaba's casting choice

[@Jabroniville]

OMG, Laurel Harris! I knew I recognized that name! She's the Elphaba on the second touring show I saw! Her & Kara Lindsay had great chemistry (though Kara threatened to run away with every scene, lol)! She was the understudy/backgrounder on the first time I saw Wicked as well (but she wasn't Elphaba there). I remember Kara moved on to Broadway, but I didn't realize Laurel did, too. Kara did a neat backstage touring vlog for a while! This series is so great. Thank you so much for doing this.

[@adamreedman7512]

Been waiting for this since I saw your first wonderful video and this does not disappoint, so informative and full of details about the show which is so close to everyone’s heart! Those interviews we’re amazing and the stories shared where beautiful, that moment shared about going on on the first time give me goosebumps! The section on POC was wonderful and I am so happy you explored it..my gut feeling is I think wicked the movie will be a very diverse cast and I am so behind this...I have seen some dream castings which would make this happen and I really hope we see it, I always say Jordan Fisher would be perfect for either of the main males, he could play cool or nerdy with ease!!! Thank you for videos like this making us love and miss equally seeing shows on stage..I really can’t wait to hear Glinda welcome us back to the wonderful world of theatre soon!!

[@cecilyerker]

If you were here in front of me, I would give you a standing ovation! What a fantastic documentary! I am only just getting into Wicked because the song Defying Gravity started literally showing up in my dreams.

[@kgrlktty]

You really got me right in the heart with that defying gravity medley at the end, behind the magic. U really really got me

[@fraeuleinsahne6707]

I'm not tearing up over a documentary, you are! :') I enjoyed every bit of this, thank you so much!!!

[@telephonewyre]

"Take that cats! Now and forever!" 😂😂

[@YesItsMeGuys68]

BRAVO ! This retrospect was beautifully done. Thank you for producing and putting this on the Internet for all of us to enjoy..

[@wallacephillips9880]

I pray that Wicked continues to run on Broadway forever! I want Wicked to be my future childrens first Broadway musical, I can't wait to see their reactions when Elphaba rises up during Defying Gravity.

[@noellevalentieplatell]

Part3? I would love one more part with Willemijn thoooo💪🏻❤️

[@NeilDolanDance]

I have worked with her for many years, and she is the best! I was one of the guards that are lay at the front of the stage when she sang “It’s me”. And she’s the nicest person! I would also love to see a lot more of her 🥰🤩

[@HeyItsSarah30]

Omg YES!

[@sarahulm6759]

Hello! :) so I know you have a ton of broadway requests under your belt, but this one is INCREDIBLY special to me and my friends. Do you think you could do the history of Rag Dolly/Raggedy Ann? It was a 1986 musical based on the famous doll, but it was a broadway flop lasting 5 performances, due to it's dark storyline. Interesting enough, It was a hit in Moscow, causing a documentary to be made. The whole footage of the show is lost, but a audio bootleg survived, and a news report showing footage, Some of The OG cast is still alive including Ivy Austin who played Raggedy Ann, and Patricia Snyder the director. With all these, I think it'll make a fantastic episode! 🥰💖

[@helloladder]

I agree!! Rag Dolly is such an interesting show!

[@aaronsstuffz6488]

This would be an intriguing video it’s really cool about hearing the show on KZbin

[@LyricNear]

Yes! I would love to see an in-depth video about it since a lot more lost media surrounding the show has been found since the last video was made. "Dark storyline" is an understatement lol.

[@brielleindigo8684]

I also agree! I'd love to hear you talk about Rag Dolly!

[@KatieLHall-fy1hw]

Wowwwww that story is out there, they should try a revival, sometimes society is into the darkness, and that story has got it! It is mostly heartbreaking though (literally)

[@NiaBaNiaMaNia]

Wow. So well done. I am shedding tears at the final compilation of all of the Elphabas across the world singing the same song in their own languages and expressions. The fact that this show has made itself so ubiquitous as to be well-loved, embraced, and resonated with on a global scale... that is no small feat. Loved this documentary from start to finish. 👏🏾

[@christscrackers647]

I remember hearing “Defying Gravity” sung by Idina Menzel on the cast recording album and thinking “This is why I love musical theatre”. That song is so incredibly moving and powerful, it rings in your ears every time you hear it. I don’t know what kind of critics said that this musical has NO memorable songs, because that song practically DEMANDS you too remember it the first time you hear it. And I have severe memory problems. I don’t even remember songs from my favorite musicals, but the songs from Wicked I absolutely remember because they are just that freakin’ iconic!!!

[@itzeljaguar7138]

watching this in 2024 and excited for the movie adaptation to finally be here, the last part brought me to tears fr

[@mattymariah]

Thank you for this. I’ve been waiting for part 2. I cried almost the entire time. This show is so much to so many. Thank you. 💜

[@lashed34]

Fantastic 2 part video, thank you so much, absolutely loved it.

[@accioloki1151]

I just know no matter the outcome that movie is gonna make me sob if this already has me tearing up 😭

[@stephanieclark3591]

My favorite show of all time! I’ve seen it 4 times on tour (once with Laurel Harris as Elphaba) and once on Broadway!

[@aloyminimum]

As a black man I am honestly more interested in having more Asian, Native American, and Hawaiian representation. That was a great ending to a video

[@BehindTheMagic]

More representation all around!

[@josefranciscoramirez4438]

As a latino i could not care less about representation

[@Asummersdaydreamer14]

Lovely video! Your research and the cast interviews are so respectful and well done. I love people talking about things they are passionate about especially musicals. :)

[@ramonajeffery2136]

Attended a local showing of Wicked (Minneapolis) and now I'm finding this information helps me understand the details on a much deeper level. There is a place for bootlegs and I highly doubt it hurts box office sales.

[@voxfugit]

I started crying during both parts one and two.thank you for a fantastic history. My best friend took me to see one of the touring companies for Christmas one year. It was a marvelous experience! I love singing the songs in karaoke. Your statements about the lack of diversity in casting make me especially sad. So many great black performers deserve an opportunity. Yea to a black Glenda. Wish I could have heard her sing! Hate that the pandemic interfered with run of the show. May it continue to run and perhaps see the day when both Glenda and Elphaba are people of color.

[@KatieLHall-fy1hw]

The pandemic all but killed Beetlejuice. I think that show was pretty good too

[@dizzydaydreamwishes]

I am literally bawling. Wicked has been such a huge impact on my life. I first discovered it when I was first entering high school and it perfectly mirrored my feelings to a tee and something about it just grabbed my soul and it never let go. This video was incredible and I'm so thankful that the creator took the time to do such a deep dive because I learned things about my favorite Broadway musical that I had never known and that was a wonderful gift. If they screw up the movie I will never forgive them! This story is so precious to me and I hope it runs as long as Cats has been and longer!

[@tommclaughlin5360]

Wow. The editing at the end of this video... Bravo. You got me laughing and crying. A fitting conclusion to a fantastic 2-part essay. Thank you for this.

[@madalenaserpadebarros6401]

Wicked got me into musicals. I got to go to New York as my 18th birthday present (I'm from Europe), and the only thing I asked to do while there was to see Wicked, even if I had to go alone (my mother and brother don't really musicals, but they did go with me). It was a dream came true, specially now knowing that 2 weeks later Broadway would close down because of the pandemic. I've seen countless bootlegs (only way to see musical theatre where I'm from) and it only makes me want to see it live more!

[@alanpease8474]

I love Wicked even though I've not been able to see it yet. This is a great documentary and made me appreciate this show even more than I do already. Thanks for that!

[@rcdaly2029]

Thank you for this video! I’ve gone on a Behind the Magic binge since finding your channel and you produce such great content with excellent storytelling and production. The interviews with previous cast members from the musicals you have discussed are so interesting and inspiring! Looking forward to your next video!

[@WithoutAnAnchor]

I'd just like to say: Please keep making such quality content. You're doing an amazing thing.

[@kazza6078]

Another amazing video! I got so emotional!! Gotta rewatch part 1 now haha

[@theodorevlachos6824]

Such a gift. A beautiful testament to my absolute favourite musical. Thank you for this.

[@BehindTheMagic]

Thank you for watching!

[@beckybirdsell2290]

Bravo! A beautiful, thorough and thoughtful look at Wicked. Thank you!

[@KLK1618]

Oh I wasn’t expecting the conclusion to bring me to tears but it did. Wicked and Defying Gravity especially mean everything to me. Thank you making this. 😭💚💚

[@Frozen-Dragon-f6q]

awesome job putting this documentary together! can't wait to see the Wicked movie (fingers crossed lol)