The new version of the musical that features the stories of Glinda and Elphaba will be on display until June and already has over 80,000 tickets sold
The acclaimed musical “Wicked” makes his debut in a new version this Thursday, 20, at the Renault Theater in São Paulo. The show returns to the city after its first performance in 2016 and promises to surprise the audience with significant innovations.
The assembly brings back Myra Ruiz in the role of iconic green witch Elphaba and Fabi Bang like the charming Glinda. However, it is not just a reunion with dear characters; production has a renewed cast that includes names such as Karin Hils (Madame Morrrible), Pilly (Fiyero), LUISA BRESSER (In this spoor), Thadeu Torres (BOQ) and Arízio Magalhães (Dr. Dillamond).
Own Stephen Schwartzthe composer of the musical that for over two decades delights the audience in Broadway, was present to follow the new interpretation and expressed their approval to the result.
The director of the assembly, Ronny Dutrahe revealed, according to whom, who sought an original approach since the beginning of the creative process. “My intention was not to be influenced by the film adaptation. I presented my vision through a letter detailing scene and its new proposals. The questions asked by Stephen They were always aimed to know if this supported the narrative in the right way, “Dutra explained.
New aspects
The interaction between the director and the composer was respectful, with Schwartz offering constructive feedback. “He told me that there were 18 notes, all positive suggestions to further improve the work. Receiving this return of him was a great honor,” he added Ronny.
One of the highlights of the Brazilian version is the scene of Elphaba’s flight, something that does not exist in the original Broadway production. The moment was especially well received by Stephen Schwartz: “He was impressed. Watching Elphaba flying over the audience, singing accompanied by lights and special effects is a unique and exciting experience,” said the director, revealing that this montage includes several other flights at different times.
High value
The performance of this overproduction required a significant investment of R $ 19 million, part of this amount captured through sponsorships via the Culture Incentive Law, totaling approximately R $ 9 million. The remaining $ 10 million pose a risk assumed by the producer Carlos Cavalcanti.
The expectation is to recover this value through ticket sales, which have already shown promising results: “To our surprise, we have already sold 80,000 tickets this season. This reinforces our decision to invest in a new version of ‘Wicked’,” said the producer.
In addition to changes in the cast, the show presents new scenarios, costumes and innovative visual effects signed by renowned illusionist Issao Imamura, promising an even more engaging experience for viewers.
Source: Maxima
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