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Adam Lambert is an American pop superstar and former cast member in the L.A. production of Wicked. From 2005-2008 he performed in the ensemble, as well as understudy the role of Fiyero, in the national tour and Los Angeles productions of Wicked.
From 2005-2008 he performed in the ensemble, as well as understudy the role of Fiyero, in the national tour and Los Angeles productions of Wicked. In later interviews, he stated that though he loved Wicked, it did not bring him the spotlight he craved.
In 2008 he auditioned for American Idol in San Francisco, where judge Kara DioGuardi recognized him from Wicked. His popularity quickly rose and he soon became a top contender for the finals . . . Read more...
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Wicked in Scheveningen is a Dutch production of Wicked that will open in the Fortis Circus Theater after the current production of Mary Poppins finishes its run. Its previews start on October 26, 2011 and its premiere date is set for November 6, 2011. Known songs are Ik lach om zwaartekracht (Defying Gravity) and Voor goed, For Good. Known cast members are Willemijn Verkaik, a well known Elphaba from the German production and the longest leading actress for three consecutive years, Chantal Janzen, a John Karaaijkamp Musical Award Winner, Jim Bakkum, a Read more...
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For Good is a song sung by Elphaba and Glinda in Wicked's second act. It is known for being a beautiful friendship song after the two girls figure out where they stand too each other: two best friends.
“For Good:” "The first time I heard Kristin and Idina sing 'For Good' at a sing-through performance in New York City, I was amazed at how much feeling they could put into their voices in the first verse--but then we got to the bridge, and I heard where the singers had been heading "And just to clear the air / I ask forgiveness..." For a story and a score that provides such canny humor and slyness to be willing--and able--to state such bald human emotions without shame or prevarication--well, it is a deeply successful moment in the score, I think, and if the song had sidestepped the direct voice right there, the entire production would have been weakened." Gregory Maguire stated.
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Fiyero Tigelaar, or Fiyero Tiggular, as he is called in the musical, is the name of the man that became "The Scarecrow", "The Strawman" or "Stuffed Man" and Elphaba's love interest. He is an Arjiki prince from the Vinkus (or Winkie Country), who attends Shiz University. Between the two works, the character is portrayed somewhat differently. Gregory Magurire says that he based Fiyero's name off of the word "furious" but he is stated to have a different type of fury in the musical. . . Read more...
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