Wicked at Keller Auditorium

In 1995 Gregory Maguire wrote the book, Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West, paving the way to set up a brand-new production and a second trip back to the land of Oz.

A deep dive into Wicked sheds-light on the truth behind Oz’s most iconic characters, leaving viewers around the globe enchanted by this riveting musical. The unlikely yet unique friendship between Elphaba and Glinda complicates the discussion of “good vs. evil”. Elphaba, the hated Wicked Witch of the West from The Wizard of Oz, turns out to be a something of a likeable and relatable character.

Packed full of spectacular songs like “Defying Gravity” and “Popular,” the musical delivers its powerful message in a way that leaves audiences captivated and inspired.

Wicked premiered in San Francisco in 2003 before heading onto Broadway later that year. Since its debut, Wicked has become one of the best-selling shows of all time! The show has surpassed $1 billion in Broadway revenue and broke box office records across America.

The production has also won a couple awards, including three Tony Awards, 7 Drama Desk Awards, and a Grammy.

These accolades showcase the show’s impressive performances, captivating storyline, and production of the top quality. The present cast features the talents of Lauren Samuels, Austen Danielle Bohmer, Blake Hammond, and many more.

“AN ABSOLUTE BLAST. PACKED WITH WIT, STORMING SONGS, AND BEAUTIFUL COSTUMES.” - The Guardian

“I feel so honored each night to play Elphaba and to tell the empowering message of friendship between the two witches. This role is so iconic and it truly is a sisterhood.” - Lauren Samuels

Portland's Keller Auditorium is where you can find Samuels and the rest of the musical's cast in the limelight on Saturday 26th October 2024. Famous for its friendly ushers and impressive architecture, Keller Auditorium is the perfect venue for this enchanting musical night out.

The musical is the ideal musical for friends and family who love The Wizard of Oz. With its huge popularity, seats for the musical are selling fast! Space is limited!