Wicked, The Wizard of Oz

How Wicked Connects to The Wizard of Oz
While Wicked puts a revisionist spin on the earliest Oz tale, the story's connection to its original source material remains integral.
What to remember from ‘Wizard of Oz' before seeing ‘Wicked'
In “Wicked: Part One” The Wizard (Jeff Goldblum) enlists Elphaba and Galinda to help him decide on a color for a super-sidewalk that will thread throughout Oz that he’s building (yellow, naturally, wins).
'Wicked' is a prequel to 'The Wizard of Oz.' Here's where it fits in the story's timeline.
"Wicked" is a new prequel to "The Wizard of Oz" story, based on the award-winning Broadway show. Here's how the two stories intersect.
All the Wizard of Oz references you may have missed while watching Wicked
Wicked fans have noted a number of easter eggs hiding in the film that reference the 1939 movie, Wizard of Oz.
The best ‘Wizard of Oz’ movies to watch after ‘Wicked: Part I’
From the original classic to one featuring an all-black cast, these are the best Wizard of Oz movies to watch after Wicked.
Ruby slippers from 'The Wizard of Oz' up for auction
Ruby slippers worn by actress Judy Garland in classic film "The Wizard of Oz" will be sold at auction next month, nearly 20 years after they were stolen."'The Wizard of Oz' really stands the test of time as a cult classic,
Why are the slippers silver instead of ruby red in 'Wicked'?
The ruby slippers Judy Garland wore in the 1939 classic "The Wizard of Oz" have become nearly as iconic as the film itself. But in the upcoming film adaptation of the Broadway hit "Wicked," sharp-eyed fans noticed a shift: Nessarose's magical shoes are silver instead of ruby red.
Why Does WICKED Use Silver Shoes and Not Ruby Slippers Like in THE WIZARD OF OZ?
Dorothy’s ruby slippers from The Wizard of Oz remain the most iconic pair of footwear in cinema history. The shoes, worn by Judy Garland in the original 1939 film, have been auctioned off for astronomical prices several times over the last eight decades.
How Will Dorothy Factor Into “Wicked Part Two” (and Who Might Play the Iconic “Wizard of Oz” Role)
Chu teased that "there is interaction and some crossover" with Dorothy in the sequel Dorothy might soon meet the witches of ...
Three Myths (And Three Odd Truths) About ‘The Wizard of Oz’
You've probably heard quite a few wild tales about '.' Most of them aren't true, especially the one about the suicidal ...
Does Elphaba die? Here's what happens in Wicked Part 2 (according to the musical)
In Act Two of Wicked, Nessarose becomes the Governor of Munchkinland following the death of her father. Boq effectively ...
Who are Judy Garland's kids? All about the 'Wizard of Oz' star's children
Garland and her third husband, manager and producer Sidney Luft, welcomed a daughter, Lorna Luft, in November 1952, and a son ...
The Sly Feminism of the ‘Wicked’ Costumes
Designer Paul Tazewell reveals how he modernized the outfits of Glinda, Elphaba and the rest of the Oz-ian cast.
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How Do ‘Wicked’ and ‘The Wizard of Oz’ Connect? Us Explains
Elphaba, Glinda, Dorothy and the Wizard are not the only Wicked characters who first appeared in The Wizard of Oz.
Every Witch in The Wizard of Oz and Their Role in the Story
There's more than one witch in The Wizard of Oz, and we explain who each of the four witches are and their roles to the story ...