If you're a fan of the Wicked show in London, you are probably very excited by the news that we've finally got a teaser trailer and, most importantly, a release date for the Wicked movie! During the famous ad breaks of the 2024 American Superbowl, the world was treated to the first look of the popular musical film adaptation by makers Universal Pictures.
We found out from the trailer that Part One of this long-awaited film will be debuting in cinemas for Thanksgiving. This gives us a date of November 27 and we anticipate the release dates to be the same in the UK. As you'd expect from a spectacular blockbuster, the film has a star-studded cast. It stars the Emmy, Grammy and Tony award-winning Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba and multi-platinum recording artist and global superstar Ariana Grande as Glinda. With Oscar winner Michelle Yeoh as Madame Morrible, pop culture icon Jeff Goldblum as the legendary Wizard of Oz, and Bridgerton star Jonathan Bailey as Fiyero to name a few more.
To get you as excited as we are for the movie, here is the first look trailer of Wicked: Part One. Big fans of the musical will also be thrilled to hear a little snippet of Cynthia Erivo singing one of the show's most iconic songs, Defying Gravity, playing in the background.
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What is Wicked about?
If you've not seen Wicked before or need a little recap of the story, it is based on Gregory Maguire's 1995 novel, Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West, which acts as a prequel to the familiar story of Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz.
Wicked is a story of two girls at boarding school - the popular blonde Glina and the misunderstood green outcast Elphaba. Despite their differences, an unexpected bond forms between them, blossoming into an unlikely friendship. However, following an encounter with the wonderful wizard, their friendship reaches a crossroads and their lives take very different paths. This will ultimately see them fulfil their destinies as Glinda the Good and the Wicked Witch of the West.
Wicked show in London
If like us, you just can't wait until November to get your Wicked fix, how about a trip to see Wicked the Musical in London to keep you going in the meantime? We've got everything you need to know about Wicked show London tickets, including where to buy them and how much they are. Tickets to see Wicked would be a great anniversary gift or birthday present for a loved one and would make you very Popular with the Wicked fan in your life.
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How much do Wicked tickets cost?
The starting price for tickets to see the Wicked show in London is £25 plus booking fees. The cheap Wicked tickets are usually in the Dress Circle area of the theatre and generally have good views of the stage. Although some of these tickets may have a slightly restricted view due to the safety rail around the stairwells.
If you'd rather be closer to the stage, you'll want to book tickets in the stalls. These range from £54.75 to £182.75 for the best seats in the house with optimum views of the stage.
How to get cheap Wicked show London tickets:
The best way to get cheap Wicked tickets is by booking in advance. As you can imagine for such a popular stage show, as soon as new dates are announced, the lower-priced tickets are usually the first to go.
However, every Wednesday the Apollo Victoria Theatre releases 24 front-row seats online for the following week's performances that are priced at just £29.50. You can purchase up to a maximum of four per person, but it's worth noting that these seats will sell out extremely quickly so you will have to be quick to snap them up.
Where can I watch Wicked in London?
The home of Wicked is the Apollo Victoria Theatre, where it has been since September 2006, making it one of the West End's longest-running shows.
When are Wicked show performances in London?
Wicked shows in London are performed every day apart from Mondays. The schedule is as follows:
Tuesdays - evening performance, 7.30 pm
Wednesdays - matinee performance, 2.30 pm and evening performance, 7.30 pm
Thursdays - evening performance, 7.30 pm
Fridays - evening performance, 7.30 pm
Saturdays - matinee performance, 2.30 pm and evening performance, 7.30 pm
Sundays - matinee performance, 2.30 pm
During peak times and busy periods, such as the school holidays, there may be extra show times to give people more of an opportunity to see it.
How long does Wicked run for London?
The performance of the Wicked show in London runs for approximately two hours and 45 minutes, which includes a 20-minute interval for a quick toilet and refreshment break. Evening performances end around 10:15 pm whereas matinee shows finish approximately at 5:15 pm.
Is there a dress code for Wicked London?
Information on the official Wicked the Musical website states that there are no specific dress codes at the Apollo Victoria Theatre but you should make sure that your attire is comfortable and appropriate for the occasion. We would recommend opting for a smart casual dress code, such as a flattering dress or jeans and a nice top.
Where is Wicked showing UK?
If you're not near London, you'll be pleased to know Wicked the Musical is going on tour to bring the show to a theatre near you. This touring theatre show is coming to four different venues around the country, including Bristol, Liverpool, Sunderland and Manchester.
The dates for the Wicked Musical UK tour are:
Bristol: Tuesday 13 February - Sunday 25 February 2024 at Bristol Hippodrome
Liverpool: Thursday 20 June - Sunday 14 June 2024 at Liverpool Empire
Sunderland: Tuesday 24 September - Sunday 20 October 2024 at Sunderland Empire
Manchester: Tuesday 3 December - Sunday 12 January 2025 at Palace Theatre Manchester
Tickets are on sale now at ATG Tickets with prices ranging from £20 to £170 plus booking fees, including five evening performances and four matinees per week.
Rosie Floyd is a Pets, Homes and Garden Product Writer for Yours, specialising in home appliances, décor and furnishings, as well as all things dogs. After completing her Journalism & Media degree from Coventry University back in 2015, she started her career writing about must-visit holiday destinations, moving on to creating content around outdoor living and garden buildings, before joining the team at Bauer.