Witch's Father is the father of Nessarose and the supposed father of Elphaba in the Broadway musical, Wicked. He is the governor of Munchkinland.
Story[]
In the musical, the Father is the 'father' of Elphaba and is the Governor of Munchkinland. He is the biological father of Nessarose, whom he adores more over Elphaba (proven by the gift of the silver slippers). Elphaba is told in Act II, Scene II of the musical that he had died of shame, once he learned how she disgraced him. Elphaba replies, "Good. I'm glad. It's better." to which Nessarose responds with "That's a wicked thing to say!"
In the original Broadway cast, the "Witch's Father" is played by Sean McCourt, and in the original London cast by Andy Mace. Other actors to portray Frex include Don Richard, Tim Talman, David Stoller and Michael DeVries. During the UK/Ireland tour the character was played by Howard Ellis.
Songs[]
The birth of Elphaba.
Solos (In A Group Number)[]
- No One Mourns the Wicked (Glinda, Young Wizard, Witch's Mother, Midwife, and Ozians)