Wicked at San Diego Civic Theatre

Stephen Schartz’s ingenuity and talent breach generation gaps, from beloved Disney films to flawless Broadway magic. The hit-making virtuoso who brought Godspell and Pippin to the world has now breathed life into smash-hit Wicked, which comes to San Diego Civic Theatre for the winter playbill. 

Wicked smartly weaves bureaucratic criticisms, unconventional heroes, and unlikely romance within a number of catchy showtunes!

The story

The tale follows Elphaba, the adulterine daughter of the wife of Munchkinland’s governor. Despite her familial and identity issues, Elphaba makes it into the respected Shiz University, where she bunks with social butterfly Galinda. The two polar opposites don't take to each other at first but soon befriend. 

After a while, things go downhill when Elphaba notices nefarious acts against the Animals, a sentient race often targeted by oppressive forces. Galinda and Elphaba go to the Wizard for help, but the Wizard unfortunately offers little assistance. A let-down Elphaba leaves the Emerald City to fight for the Animals, leaving Galinda and her studies at Shiz University behind. 

Meanwhile, Galinda - known as Glinda - climbs the social ladder, marries Fiyero, the Captain of the Guard, and pursues an aristocratic lifestyle. Elphaba returns and accidently earns Fiyero’s heart as he falls in love with her and her values. Will the couple’s love grow unburdened, or will Elphaba’s political drive push Fiyero away, disconnect her from friends, and destroy her?

History

Wicked opened its first debut 20 years ago at San Francisco’s Curran Theatre. As its influence spread, it made its way into new theatres year after year, achieving international acclaim with performances in London, Ireland, Mexico, Germany, and even Australia. Its capacity to bring in audiences also inspired Hollywood producers to release a two-part motion picture based on the Broadway show, that hit cinemas in November 2024.

Wicked collected numerous awards during its heyday in the 2000s, including Two Drama Desk Awards, 3 Tony awards, and a Grammy award for Best Musical Theater Album. The cast and crew performing at San Diego Civic Theatre on Thursday 20th February 2025 promise to deliver an epic performance. 

San Diego Civic Theatre

San Diego Civic Theatre offers the perfect location to watch this iconic musical. You’ll enjoy more than a basic plotline about magic, witches, and crazy monkeys in this modern favorite Broadway show. San Diego Civic Theatre and its exceptional staff immerse you in an ambiance that links characters, settings, and themes oh the show. Tickets for Wicked start at $81, so reserve your seats, take flight, and experience the magic of Oz!