Wicked
Wicked Trailer
Laura Emmitt as Elphaba stands on stage in a green costume, with dramatic lighting and a dark background.
Laura Emmitt (Elphaba). Photo by Matt Crockett.
A vibrant stage scene from "Wicked," featuring actors in elaborate costumes against a dramatic backdrop.
Lydia Gerrard (Glinda). Photo by Matt Crockett.
Ross Carpenter as Fiyero, wearing a green costume, stands on stage with dramatic lighting in the background.
Ross Carpenter (Boq) Photo by Matt Crockett.
Michael Matus as Fiyero, wearing a green costume, stands centre stage with dramatic lighting in the background.
Michael Matus (The Wizard). Photo by Matt Crockett.
Sarah Ingram as Elphaba, wearing a green dress, stands on stage with dramatic lighting in the background.
Sarah Ingram (Madame Morrible) Photo by Matt Crockett.
Zizi Strallen as Elphaba, wearing a green costume, stands on stage with dramatic lighting and a dark background.
Zizi Strallen (Glinda) Photo by Matt Crockett.
Fiyero, dressed in a green jacket, poses confidently with a playful expression against a dark background.
Jacob Young (Fiyero). Photo by Matt Crockett.
David McKechnie as Fiyero stands centre stage in a green costume, with dramatic lighting and a dark background.
David McKechnie (Dr Dillamond) Photo by Matt Crockett.
Emma Kingston as Elphaba, dressed in a green costume, stands confidently on stage with dramatic lighting.
Emma Kingston (Elphaba) Photo by Matt Crockett.
Hannah Qureshi performing on stage in a green costume, with dramatic lighting and a dark background.
Nessarose (Hannah Quershi) Photo by Matt Crockett.
Iroy Abesamis performing on stage in a green costume, with dramatic lighting and a dark background.
Iroy Abesamis (Chistory) Photo by Matt Crockett.

Wicked
Tickets From £28

Venue

Apollo Victoria Theatre

Winner of more than 100 global awards, Wicked is already the 9th longest–running production in West End history.

When Dorothy famously triumphed over the Wicked Witch of the West, we only ever heard one side of the story. Gregory Maguire‘s acclaimed 1995 novel, ‘Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West’, re-imagines the Land of Oz, creating a parallel universe to the familiar story written by L. Frank Baum and first published as ‘The Wonderful Wizard of Oz’ in 1900.

Wicked tells the incredible story of an unlikely but profound friendship between two young women: the blonde and very popular Glinda, and a misunderstood green girl named Elphaba.

Following an encounter with The Wonderful Wizard, their friendship reaches a crossroads and their lives take very different paths. Glinda’s unflinching desire for popularity sees her seduced by power, while Elphaba’s determination to remain true to herself, and to those around her, will have unexpected and shocking consequences on her future.

Their extraordinary adventures in Oz will ultimately see them fulfil their destinies as Glinda the Good and The Wicked Witch of the West.

This musical phenomenon is the winner of over 100 major international awards, including three Tony Awards, two Olivier Awards, eleven WhatsOnStage Awards, and a Grammy.

Looking for more about Wicked? Check out our ‘Everything You Need To Know About Wicked In London’ guide!

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Booking Until

02/01/2027

Running Time

2h45, inc. interval

Genre

Musical, Family

Age & Content

Age Recommendation 7+. Children under 5 cannot be admitted. Proof of age may be required if your child appears under 5. Under 16s must be seated next to an accompanying adult (18+). All persons attending must have a ticket.

Please Note:

Wicked is suitable for a general audience and contains no profanities. Please note that loud noises, flashing lights, smoke effects and strobe lighting feature in the production.

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No accessibility performances are currently scheduled for this show.

Cast:

Emma Kingston as

Elphaba

Zizi Strallen as

Glinda

Jacob Young as

Fiyero

Sarah Ingram as

Madame Morrible

Michael Matus as

The Wizard

Hannah Qureshi as

Nessarose

David McKechnie as

Doctor Dillamond

Ross Carpenter as

Boq

Laura Emmitt as

Alternate Elphaba

Lydia Gerrard as

Standby for Glinda

Effie Rae Dyson, Rory Maguire, Micaela Todd, Jeremy Batt, Felipe Bejarano, Asmara Cammock, Aimee Hodnett, Darnell Mathew-James, Ayden Morgan, Rishard-Kyro Nelson, Aston Neman Hannington, Charlotte Anne Steen and Jacob Young (Until 23 Mar) as

Ensemble

Iroy Abesamis, Steph Asamoah, Rebecca Bowden, Shaun Chambers, Erin Gisele Chapman, Grace Durkin, Onyemachi Ejimofor, Aimee Hodnett, Nat Ingham, Josh Lovell, Rory Maguire, JoJo Meredith, Ayden Morgan, Rina Punwani, Abbie Quinnen, Jemma Revell, Hannah Taylor & Jacob Young as

Ensemble

Zac Adlam, Meg Astin, Aaron Elijah, Jemima Loddy, Holly Lawrence, PaddyJoe Martin, Jeanie Ryan, Charlotte Anne Steen, Chris Tarsey & James Titchener as

Swings

Creative:

Music & Lyrics by -

Stephen Schwartz

Book by -

Winnie Holzman

Director -

Joe Mantello

Musical Staging -

Wayne Cilento

Scenic Designer -

Eugene Lee

Costume Designer -

Susan Hilferty

Lighting Designer -

Kenneth Posner

Sound Designer -

Tony Meola

Projection Designer -

Elaine J. McCarthy

Hair and Wig Designer -

Tom Watson

Make Up Designer -

Joe Dulude II

Music Supervisor / Arrangements -

Stephen Oremus

Orchestrations -

William David Brohn

Music Arrangements -

Alex Lacamoire

Dance Arrangements -

James Lynn Abbott

Author of Original Novel -

Gregory Maguire

Associate Scenic Designer -

Edward Pierce

US Associate Director -

Lisa Leguillou

US Dance Supervisor -

Mark Myars

UK Associate Director -

Petra Siniawski

UK Resident Dance Supervisor -

Hannah Toy

UK Music Supervisor -

James Draisey

Musical Director -

Ron Crocker

UK Casting -

Jim Arnold CDG

UK Production Manager -

Lloyd Thomas

UK General Management -

Nick Salmon & Nia Janis for Playful Productions

Worldwide Management -

321 Theatrical Management

Producers -

Marc Platt, David Stone, Universal Stage Productions, John B Platt and The Araca Group

Executive Producer (UK) -

Michael McCabe

Company Manager -

Michael Conlon

Stage Manager -

Sam Todd

Deputy Stage Manager -

Briony Allen and Annette Gamble

Assistant Stage Manager -

Alexandra Legg, Sophie Martin and Sarah Spencer

Frequently asked questions

Wicked is playing at Apollo Victoria Theatre in London. Your ticket selection will show available performance dates and times, and you can book securely online via Official London Theatre. For the smoothest experience, pick a performance from the calendar and book early for popular dates.
Experience world-class theatre with Wicked, the hugely popular musical that tells the incredible untold story of the Witches of Oz, now the 12th longest running production in West End history.
The running time for Wicked is 2h45, inc. interval. Duration can occasionally vary slightly by performance, but this is the listed length for the production.
Wicked is recommended for ages Age Recommendation 7+. Children under 5 cannot be admitted. Proof of age may be required if your child appears under 5. Under 16s must be seated next to an accompanying adult (18+). All persons attending must have a ticket.. If you’re bringing younger theatregoers, it’s worth considering themes and attention span alongside the age guidance. Some venues also have their own admission policies, so it can help to double-check requirements before you travel.
Tickets for Wicked go on sale from 17th May 2021. If you’re looking for the widest choice of seats and dates, booking early is usually best - especially for weekends and peak travel periods. Once on sale, you can select a performance and complete your booking online.
You can buy tickets for Wicked online through Official London Theatre. Choose your preferred performance in the calendar, select seats if available, and complete your purchase securely.
Wicked features a cast including Emma Kingston (Elphaba), Zizi Strallen (Glinda), Jacob Young (Fiyero), Sarah Ingram (Madame Morrible), Michael Matus (The Wizard), Hannah Qureshi (Nessarose), David McKechnie (Doctor Dillamond), Ross Carpenter (Boq), Laura Emmitt (Alternate Elphaba), Lydia Gerrard (Standby for Glinda), Effie Rae Dyson, Rory Maguire, Micaela Todd, Jeremy Batt, Felipe Bejarano, Asmara Cammock, Aimee Hodnett, Darnell Mathew-James, Ayden Morgan, Rishard-Kyro Nelson, Aston Neman Hannington, Charlotte Anne Steen and Jacob Young (Until 23 Mar) (Ensemble), Iroy Abesamis, Steph Asamoah, Rebecca Bowden, Shaun Chambers, Erin Gisele Chapman, Grace Durkin, Onyemachi Ejimofor, Aimee Hodnett, Nat Ingham, Josh Lovell, Rory Maguire, JoJo Meredith, Ayden Morgan, Rina Punwani, Abbie Quinnen, Jemma Revell, Hannah Taylor & Jacob Young (Ensemble), Zac Adlam, Meg Astin, Aaron Elijah, Jemima Loddy, Holly Lawrence, PaddyJoe Martin, Jeanie Ryan, Charlotte Anne Steen, Chris Tarsey & James Titchener (Swings). Casting can vary by date, so if you’re booking specifically to see a particular performer, it’s worth checking any casting notes for your chosen performance.
Wicked is written by Winnie Holzman and this production is directed by Joe Mantello. The creative team shapes the tone, pacing and staging style, so if you’re choosing shows based on writers or directors you love, these credits can help you decide whether Wicked is the right pick.
There isn’t a strict dress code for London theatre, so wear whatever you’ll feel comfortable and confident in. Most people go for smart casual - think jeans or trousers with a nice top, a casual dress, or a shirt and trainers. If you’re heading to an evening show, on a date, or celebrating something, you might fancy dressing up a bit more, but it’s completely optional.
Arriving at least 30 minutes before the scheduled start time helps keep things smooth and stress-free, giving you plenty of time to collect tickets, go through security, and get settled in your seat before the performance begins.
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