Wicked: Tiny Desk Concert
NPR Music・2 minutes read
The musical "Wicked" explores the transformative friendship between Elphaba and Glinda through key songs like "Popular" and "For Good." The emotional climax of the show comes with the performance of "For Good," highlighting the lasting impact they have on each other's lives.
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- The musical "Wicked" explores the evolving friendship between Elphaba and Glinda, emphasizing key moments like Glinda's makeover and their emotional conflicts over a shared love interest.
- The song "For Good" serves as a poignant culmination, symbolizing the lasting impact of Elphaba and Glinda's friendship, beautifully portrayed by Alyssa Fox and Mackenzie Kurtz in a heartfelt performance.
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What is the musical "Wicked" about?
Friendship between Elphaba and Glinda.
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Summary
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"Defying Gravity" and "For Good" highlight friendship.
- The song "Defying Gravity" is performed, marking the climax of the musical "Wicked."
- The creators, Stephen Schwartz and Winnie Holtzman, discuss the inspiration behind the show and its key moments.
- The characters Elphaba and Glinda meet at University and develop an unlikely friendship.
- Glinda gives Elphaba a makeover inspired by Jane Austen's "Emma," leading to the song "Popular."
- Elphaba and Glinda both fall for the same guy, a Winkie prince, leading to emotional conflict.
- Elphaba expresses her feelings in the song "I'm Not That Girl," inspired by a Scottish folk song.
- The final song, "For Good," showcases the farewell between Elphaba and Glinda, highlighting their transformative friendship.
- The title of the song "For Good" reflects the lasting impact they have had on each other's lives.
- The emotional performance of "For Good" by Alyssa Fox and Mackenzie Kurtz concludes the event, celebrating the enduring bond between the characters.
