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10 Questions about Wicked: The Musical | Humanities

If you think you know Oz, think again. "Wicked" tells another story of the classic 1939 film. However, a word of warning: This quiz will put your trivia to the test. Are you up for it?

A multiple-choice quiz by boardwalkman. Estimated time: 3 mins.

Author
boardwalkman

Time
3 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
277,422

Updated
Dec 03 21

# Qns
10

Difficulty
Average

Avg Score
7 / 10

Plays
911

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Question 1 of 10

1. "Wicked" is based on a book of the same name. Who is the author of the book "Wicked"? Hint

Gregory Maguire

Mike Rowe

Walt Disney

None of these

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Question 2 of 10

2. Which cast members of "Wicked"'s original Broadway cast were in Disney movies? Hint

None of the above

Amy Adams and Dr. Mc.Dreamy

Norbert Leo Butz and John Liftgow

Carole Shelley and Idina Menzel

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Question 3 of 10

3. Where did "Wicked" open on Broadway? Hint

Palace

St. James

Gershwin

Hilton

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Question 4 of 10

4. Who played Elphaba in the Original Broadway and Original London Cast? Hint

Samantha Harris

Kerry Ellis

Idina Menzel

Ann Harada

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Question 5 of 10

5. Who was the first Galinda in "Wicked", AFTER Kristin Chenoweth left? Hint

Laura Bell Bundy

Megan Hilty

Annaleigh Ashford

Jennifer Laura Thompson

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Question 6 of 10

6. Relating to "The Wizard of Oz", what character would Fiyero be? Hint

Tin Man

Scarecrow

Lion

Toto

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Question 7 of 10

7. In 2007, "Wicked" was presented in a theme park. What theme park was it? Hint

London

Germany

Universal Studios Japan

Tokyo

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Question 8 of 10

8. Where was the "Wicked" trial run? Hint

AT&T Park, San Francisco

The Curran Theatre, San Francisco

Oracle Arena, Oakland

ACT THeatre, San Francisco

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Question 9 of 10

9. During an episode of ABC's "Ugly Betty", Betty and Henry go to "Wicked". Where were the "Wicked" scenes filmed? Hint

Broadway

Los Angeles

London

San Francisco

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Question 10 of 10

10. How many Tony nominations did "Wicked" receive? Hint

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. "Wicked" is based on a book of the same name. Who is the author of the book "Wicked"?

Answer: Gregory Maguire

Gregory Maguire wrote "Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West" in 1996. It is a New York Times Bestseller and is one of the best books I've ever read.

2. Which cast members of "Wicked"'s original Broadway cast were in Disney movies?

Answer: Carole Shelley and Idina Menzel

Carole Shelley was part of the Disney films "Robin Hood" and "The Aristocats". She played Madame Morrible in the Original Broadway Cast.

Idina Menzel was in the 2007 movie "Enchanted" which starred Amy Adams. She played Elphie.

3. Where did "Wicked" open on Broadway?

Answer: Gershwin

The Gershwin was the original home of "Sweeney Todd".

4. Who played Elphaba in the Original Broadway and Original London Cast?

Answer: Idina Menzel

Idina Menzel was known for her role as Maureen in "Rent", for which she was nominated for a Tony. "Wicked" was her second nomination and her first win.

5. Who was the first Galinda in "Wicked", AFTER Kristin Chenoweth left?

Answer: Jennifer Laura Thompson

Laura Bell Bundy was the original Galinda STANDBY.

6. Relating to "The Wizard of Oz", what character would Fiyero be?

Answer: Scarecrow

Elphie turned him into a scarecrow to protect him.

7. In 2007, "Wicked" was presented in a theme park. What theme park was it?

Answer: Universal Studios Japan

That version of "Wicked" is half Japanese and half English.

8. Where was the "Wicked" trial run?

Answer: The Curran Theatre, San Francisco

The Curran Theater housed "Jersey Boys" in 2006, probably the longest running touring musical in San Francisco. It ran in SF from December of 2006 to December 30, 2007! Great show, but I can't believe the popularity.

9. During an episode of ABC's "Ugly Betty", Betty and Henry go to "Wicked". Where were the "Wicked" scenes filmed?

Answer: Los Angeles

Elphie was Eden Espinosa and Glinda was Megan Hilty, one of the best Glindas ever!

10. How many Tony nominations did "Wicked" receive?

Answer: 10

"Wicked" won three awards, but "Avenue Q" went right past them to get the Best Musical.

Source: Author boardwalkman

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