Wicked at the Music Hall

Calling all musical lovers in Kansas City! It’s time to join this monumental Broadway epic that has taken over the world by storm, literally! Wicked arrives in town this 2026 and it’s slated to make a highly awaited stop in Missouri! Lucky Wicked fans will have the opportunity to catch this masterpiece as it takes over the iconic Music Hall! This Broadway gem is finally embarking on a massive tour this year and it’s slated to arrive in Kansas at the peak of summer! Catch the breathtaking and heartwarming story of Elphaba and Galinda as they discover a compelling friendship after being bitter rivals in Shiz University! It’s a back story to the legendary tale of the Wonderful Wizard of Oz and Wicked Witch of the West! This outstanding musical will feature music and lyrics by American Theater Hall of Famer Stephen Schwartz with direction by Tony winner Joe Mantello! So hurry and don’t miss out on Wicked as it arrives at the Music Hall!

Wicked Tickets

WORLDWIDE SUCCESS

The incredible Broadway epic has surpassed $1 billion in ticket sales! It is that good! Yes, Wicked is back with a bang and this year, the touring production will be making plenty of stops. The story that has the entire world falling for the beautiful friendship between Elphaba and Galinda is taking over North America and it will be making 12 coveted stops across key cities! Lucky for musical fans in Kansas, Missouri, the production will be taking over the Music Hall in the summer. 

THE PLOT

Wicked tells the story of Elphaba, a green skinned witch who has been neglected all her life by her father. She accompanies her sister Nessarose to Shiz University. Her handicapped younger sister was supposed to start a new life at the school, but Elphaba was discovered by headmistress Madame Morrible. With the headmistress’ encouragement, Elphaba was also enrolled. Elphaba is now also living a new life at the University and there she meets the beautiful and popular Galinda. They became room mates but quickly despised each other due to their differences. The two eventually hit it off as room mates but many things challenge their friendship, such as having the same love interest and Elphaba discovering that the Wizard is not what he seems. Will Elphaba find her fate as the Wicked Witch of the West? And what happens to her friendship with Galinda? Find out when you catch the Wicked at the Music Hall this summer!

BACKGROUND

Wicked premiered in 2003 on Broadway after a San Francisco trial run the same year. The Broadway production featured leading stars Idina Menzel and Kristen Chenowith. The music and lyrics were written by Stephen Schwartz with a storyline by Tony winning playwright Winnie Holzmann. Wicked also credits New York Times Bestselling author Greogry Maguire for writing the original novel Wicked. Moreover, the creative team has been one of the most iconic line ups of the greatest minds in theater as it also features amazing work by Tony Award winning creatives such as Wayne Cilento on musical staging and choreography, Eugene Lee on scenic design, and Susan HIlferty on costume. Sound design was also courtesy of Tony Meola, with Elain McCarthy on projection, and Tom Watson and Joe Dulude on hair, wig, and makeup. 

“If every music had the brains, heart and courage of Wicked. Broadway really would be a magical place.” – Time Magazine

During its first Broadway run, Wicked bagged three Tony Awards including Best Actress in Musical for Idina Menzel, Best Scenic Design and Best Costume. Over at the Drama Desk Awards, the musical scored seven victories, while also securing four awards at the Outer Critics Circle Award. In 2005, Wicked went on tour for the first time and the following year, the touring production scored every Carbonell Award they were nominated for. 

REVIEWS

Besides awards, Wicked has received nothing but rave reviews. Musical authorities had nothing but great words for this award-winning epic. Time Magazine mentioned, “If every music had the brains, heart and courage of Wicked. Broadway really would be a magical place.” Meanwhile, over at the VOXATL, a self professed fillm bro reviewer confessed, “I felt that a spell had come over me; or it would be more apt to say one had been lifted. I’d loved it, and my anti-musical mindset had been shattered.” 

TimeOut New York lauded the musical for its themes, “The lavishly designed musical addresses complex themes, such as standards of beauty, individual morality and, believe it or not, opposing fascism.” And lastly, USA Today had nothing but amazing words for the original Broadway production. “it’s safe to say that this is the most complete, and completely satisfying, new musical I’ve come across in a long time.”

“It’s safe to say that this is the most complete, and completely satisfying, new musical I’ve come across in a long time.” – USA TODAY

This 2026, the touring production comprises some of the most outstanding and stellar line up. The North American cast includes Jessie Davidson as Elphaba, Zoe Jensen as Galinda, Eileen T’Kaye as Madame Morrible, Blake Hammond as the Wizard, Ethan Kirschbaum as Fiyero, and Jada Temple as Nessarose. The cast has done amazing work in Broadway, Off Broadway, and national tours. Now you get the opportunity to catch them in their best element as they play the roles of your favorite magical presentation of the Wicked. 

THE VENUE

Catch the Wicked in Kansas, Missouri this summer. The Kansas City Music Hall is a large state of the art theater that is equipped with incredible features. The venue is a pristine example of modern architecture combined with sleek art deco design. The 2,363 capacity venue has three levels of seating providing audiences with a great vantage point. Moreover, the theater is the archetype of the state of the art light and sound system, providing visitors with the utmost quality in visual audio. Lastly, a visit to the venue is guaranteed to be fuss free thanks to its great location, ample parking options, easy accessibility, and great customer service. If you’re keen on eating out before or after the show, you’ve got plenty of drinks and dining options in the vicinity. 

“Broadway’s Biggest Blockbuster” – The New York Times

Don’t miss Wicked! It’s absolutely a once in a lifetime experience! And it’s totally incredible to see it light up the iconic Music Hall, home to Kansas’ most exciting Broadway shows and concerts! If you’re keen on securing your tickets, you better do it now before the show sells out!