Oh--MY--GAWD! My Wicked review with Jenna as Elphaba/Chicago — Page 2

I saw last nights show. Were you there? Did you go outside to see the actors? I totally scared Derrick Williams with my sudden burst of sobs. It was my first time seeing it. How many times have you seen it? I am totally obsessed now. I am buying the cd A.S.A.P., I need every kind of wicked t shirt there is, and I need to like, be part of every fan club. I am going to try to get back there with my husband. How do you get those cancelled tickets? Any good places for discounted seats? All of the ones I have seen are more than 200 dollars.

Newsflash: Lori is totally poking fun at you. FYI. :)

I just want to say that it is so refreshing to be around (well I guess not really around) people that appreciate broadway!! I LOVE WICKED!! I thought I was the only obsessed person in this world due to the fact that I live in a small rural town in Michigan - Everyone here mocks me and my WICKED - I get so angry, because these small towners can't even appreciate real talent - their too busy being mesomorized by the two-bit talent that's plaguing our media today!

Anyway, I am sooooooo excited because on JUNE 10th, I am seeing WICKED in Chicago - I've been praying for the past month that I would get to see Jenna as Elphaba, but being as though this is my first time seeing WICKED, I think that I'll be happy with anyone playing Elphaba: I'm moving to Chicago on June 5th for college, and I'm afraid that I'll be doing lottery on every free day of my college career!

Anyway, Thankyou Stephanithestar for your exciting review - you've definately made my day - but just one question -

I definitely need directions to stage door at the Oriental - In December (when I was younger and more naive) I went and saw Mama Mia at the Oriental, and In my "very-first-show-ever" dillusion, I thought that if you waited in the foyer the actors would come there to mingle

Anyway, directions would be great - thanks!!!!

I was in no way, shape, or form, mocking or poking fun at Stephanie. I was truely touched by this beautiful musical, and I was excited to have a forum to rave about it in. I have no idea what would make you think I would try and hurt Stephanie's feelings. I think she sounds like a lovely girl. If you think I am a dork for being so over the top for my feelings about this play, I cant help that. And also, now I feel a little ashamed to express myself in this forum because obviously, there is at least one person waiting in the wings to pounce and attack every word thats said. Stephanie, you sound adorable, and your enthusiasm is fantastic! I guess there is truley always someone waiting to rain on your parade. Jesus Christ.

I went to the show/stage door on Tuesday as well. I was so impressed with Jenna. I actually liked how Nessas understudy played the role. But yes, the show was amazing. All of the cast members at the stage door were beyond nice. I felt sorry for the ensemble members because no one really wanted them. I wanted to take Logan Lipton home with me - very nice guy. He talked about how he always tried the lottery for NYC Wicked and never won. So, yeah, the group of teeny bobbers that were at the stage door got old really fast, so we just kinda hung out in the back and waited for them to get to us :). It was a fun night. Go see Wicked and be happy.

-Guerin

Updated On: 5/19/05 at 05:32 PM

I thought Jenna's "No Good Deed", was pain-stakingly BAD. Way to whiny, and closed up. She sounded like she was in pain, and just screeching the notes out of her nose. I didn't care for her voice. Her acting left much to be desired, and had little chemistry with the cast. I really wanted to like her, but I was finding it more and more difficult as the show progressed. She needs work...fast.

No problem about that misunderstanding.It seemed she wanted you to feel bad or something. How many times have you seen the show? If I buy the cd, will I be better to critique it and know how the songs are supposed to be sung? When is Jenna and Stephanie done, because Ana Gasteyer is taking over...

Thankyou Stephanie for your wonderful directions! Maybe I will see you at the stage door on the tenth. Anyway; I am slightly dissapointed, because there is no way Jenna will fill in for Stephanie Block two days before closing in Chicago, but I am soo excited anyway. Around mid-July, I'm going to try lotto for the new Wicked cast in Chicago. (I'm going to see the Lion King on the 20th, and I'm going to try Wicked lotto at the matinee on the 20th: two shows in one day would be great :)

Thanks again for your great directions Staphanie! I know they will come in handy.

Well, I dont think there is any way I will get back to see it before they leave. I guess Ana Gasteyer will be the Elphaba then. I cant really picture her as Elphaba cuz Jenna was so pretty, but, whatever. Has anyone seen lion King? I am going to see it on July 30.

Yeah..I think Ana will be good..but from what I've heard I can't possibly see her being better than Stephanie or Jenna. they both BLEW me out of the water. but I'm sure Ana won't disappoint.

AND I can't wait for Kristoffer Cusick! I heart him! but I'm going to miss the touring company soooo much!

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Thanks! I like them....

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It was actually really hard to judge that. I loved loved loved Jenna's portrayal..and I think for only going on less than a dozen times she is AMAZING. Her voice was gorgeous and the character choices she made were right on. However, I was soooo blown away by Stephanie when I saw her I still have the feeling NOTHING can top her. The day I saw her was one of the most amazing performances I've ever seen. (I put that performance in the catagory of Jefferson Mays in I am my own wife, SUtton in Little Women) I couldn't believe I was NOT seeing Elphaba. Everything she did was right on and it was like I was seeing the show for the first time. Everything felt new. SO, Jenna is a close second and I think with some work she could tie and be a totally different but just as wonderful Elphaba!

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I have to go back... have to... I want to see Stephanie! Is there any other way to get tickets for the touring cast besides the lottery and cancellations? (I'm pretty sure normal tickets are completely sold out)