How Well Do You Know the Wicked Musical?

We’ve probably all asked the question, “I wonder what happened before Dorothy dropped into Oz?” Well, if you haven’t, then you might not be a true Wizard of Oz fan. But if you have, you may have seen the Broadway sensation, Wicked. It’s one of the best-known musicals to ever hit the Great White Way. The Wicked musical tells the story of how the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good Witch became who they are by the time the Wizard of Oz takes place.

It’s one of those Broadway shows that people dream of seeing if they haven’t, and people can’t stop listening to the soundtrack if they have. You don’t have to have emerald-green skin to head to the Gershwin Theatre to check it out. For those who have seen it, you know how special it is. But how much do you actually remember of the musical? How much do you really know about the wonderful wizard? Take this quiz to test your knowledge of all things Wicked.

Wicked musical

Wicked is a musical with lyrics and music by Stephen Schwartz and a book by Winnie Holzman. It's based on the Gregory Maguire book, Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West. It premiered on Broadway in 2003 with Idina Menzel originating the role of Elphaba the Wicked Witch of the West and Kristin Chenoweth playing Galinda the Good Witch. The witches' initial rivalry is based on many factors in the Land of Oz.

It has been lauded for its music, costume design, story, performances, and production. The initial rivalry turns the two unlikely friends into acquaintances. Both of them have extraordinary talent, and the two actresses who originated the roles are known for it too. It tells the story before Dorothy arrives in the land of Oz. It won the Tony Awards for Best Scenic Design and Best Costume Design. It tells a story of good intentions in the Emerald City.