How Well Do You Know Wicked: A New Musical?

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How Well Do You Know Wicked: A New Musical? - Quiz

Test your knowledge about the best musical ever - Wicked.


Questions and Answers
  • 1. 

    Who was the original Elphaba, G(a)linda and Fiyero on Broadway?

    • A.

      Shoshana Bean, Kendra Kassebaum and Adam Lambert

    • B.

      Idina Menzel, Kristin Chenoweth and Christofer Fitzgerald

    • C.

      Idina Menzel, Kate Reinders and William Youmans

    • D.

      Idina Menzel, Kristin Chenoweth and Norbert Leo Butz

    • E.

      Stephanie J. Block, Meggie Cansler and Joel Grey

    Correct Answer
    D. Idina Menzel, Kristin Chenoweth and Norbert Leo Butz
    Explanation
    Idina Menzel, Kristin Chenoweth, and Norbert Leo Butz were the original actors who portrayed the characters Elphaba, G(a)linda, and Fiyero on Broadway. Idina Menzel played Elphaba, Kristin Chenoweth played G(a)linda, and Norbert Leo Butz played Fiyero. These actors were part of the original cast of the musical "Wicked" and their performances in these roles were highly acclaimed.

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  • 2. 

    Who was the original Boq, Nessarose, Madame Morrible, the Wizard and Dr. Dillamond on Broadway?

    • A.

      Christofer Fitzgerald, Michelle Federer, Carol Shelley, Joel Grey and William Youmans

    • B.

      Christofer Fitzgerald, Kristin Chenoweth, Carmen Cusack, Joel Grey and Adam Lambert

    Correct Answer
    A. Christofer Fitzgerald, Michelle Federer, Carol Shelley, Joel Grey and William Youmans
    Explanation
    Christofer Fitzgerald played the role of Boq, Michelle Federer played the role of Nessarose, Carol Shelley played the role of Madame Morrible, Joel Grey played the role of the Wizard, and William Youmans played the role of Dr. Dillamond on Broadway.

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  • 3. 

    Who said this line? "What's in the punch?" "Lemons and melons and pairs." "Oh, my!"

    • A.

      Galinda and Elphaba

    • B.

      Boq and Galinda

    • C.

      Fiyero and Elphaba

    • D.

      Madame Morrible and Dr. Dillamond

    • E.

      Nessarose and Boq

    Correct Answer
    A. Galinda and ElpHaba
    Explanation
    This exchange occurs between Galinda and Elphaba in the musical Wicked during the song "One Short Day." Galinda, in her usual bubbly and somewhat naive manner, inquires about the contents of the punch, to which Elphaba responds with a playful list of fruits. Galinda's surprised "Oh, my!" reflects her delight and excitement about the exotic mix. This scene highlights the contrasting personalities of the two characters and their growing friendship.

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  • 4. 

    Name two songs in Wicked.

    • A.

      Dancing Through Life and Positive

    • B.

      One Short Day and La Vie Boheme

    • C.

      It Sucks To Be Me and Xanadu

    • D.

      Defying Gravity and Popular

    • E.

      If Momma Was Married and As Long As You're Mine

    Correct Answer
    D. Defying Gravity and Popular
    Explanation
    "Defying Gravity" and "Popular" are both songs from the musical Wicked. "Defying Gravity" is a powerful and iconic song sung by the character Elphaba as she embraces her identity and decides to defy the rules of society. "Popular" is a catchy and comedic song sung by the character Glinda as she gives Elphaba a makeover and teaches her how to be popular. Both songs are fan favorites and have become well-known outside of the musical.

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  • 5. 

    Who wrote the book that this musical was based on?  (Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West)

    • A.

      J.K. Rowling

    • B.

      Stephanie Meyer

    • C.

      Gregory Macguire

    • D.

      L. F. Baum

    Correct Answer
    C. Gregory Macguire
    Explanation
    Gregory Macguire wrote the book that this musical was based on.

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  • 6. 

    What was the day that Wicked opened on Broadway?

    • A.

      October 12th, 2009

    • B.

      October 30th, 1998

    • C.

      October 24th, 2005

    • D.

      October 30th, 2003

    • E.

      October 17th, 2001

    Correct Answer
    D. October 30th, 2003
    Explanation
    Wicked opened on Broadway on October 30th, 2003.

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  • 7. 

    When is Wicked Day?

    • A.

      October 30th

    • B.

      October 25th

    • C.

      October 24th

    • D.

      May 5th

    Correct Answer
    A. October 30th
    Explanation
    The Musical declared the eagerly awaited WICKED Day to be celebrated annually on October 30.

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  • 8. 

    When did the first rehearsals start for the Original Cast of Wicked?

    • A.

      March 25th, 2003

    • B.

      March 18th, 1997

    • C.

      March 24th, 2003

    • D.

      March 23rd, 2001

    Correct Answer
    C. March 24th, 2003
    Explanation
    The correct answer is March 24th, 2003. This is the date when the first rehearsals started for the Original Cast of Wicked.

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