"Wicked".....Possible *SPOILERS*?

[Upthevibe]

I saw the movie yesterday. It was beyond fantastic! Having said that, I had NO idea it was two-parts with part 2 not being released until this time next year. That's actually fine with me because it'll give me more things to look forward to. (Due to recent events, I'm really lining up whatever I can....short road trips, more gatherings with friends, etc.).

My question is this: Was the stage production two parts? I'm so confused....

[jls4561]

1. The stage production was in two acts. I saw it in SF a few years ago.

It was a good show.
I also read the book, and I would advise you NOT read the book if you want to enjoy the musical or the movie.
Edit: to correct poor typing.

[Upthevibe]

6. jls4561.........

Thank for your feedback. I wouldn't be tempted to read the book anyway but thanks for the heads up....

[hlthe2b]

2. Good to hear. I will probably go see it, but the ads and merchandising are almost as over-the-top as Barbie last year.

And while I have no doubt I'd love the music in the theater (Broadway or on film), the ads with Cynthia Enrico hitting her iconic high notes 20 times a day are making me crazy. Even my dog gets upset if the TV volume is up too high.

Maybe a few days with a bit less TV will make the difference.

I hadn't realized it was in two parts either. Geez. I think there is another movie out now or coming out that is like that. Both good and bad, I guess.

[Upthevibe]

7. hlthe2b ..........

Thanks for your response.

I hadn't seen a lot of commercials because I have mainly streaming and cable. It's the luxury I allow myself because entertaining shows and movies are what gives me much joy....

[Fichefinder]

3. Not like we don't know how it ends.

[Upthevibe]

8. Fichefinder.....

I just love the idea of creating a story (prequel) regarding how and why everything happened the way it did!

Thanks

[question everything]

4. We saw it in one evening, when first opened in NY in 2003

We were traveling to NYC to watch a family member performs.

The WSJ had a list of new Broadway openings trying to recover after 9/11.

And my spouse selected Wicked because.... Joel Grey was playing the Wizard. We had no idea what it was about and I fell in love with Idina Menzel. I went to see Frozen just to see and hear her.

[Upthevibe]

9. question everything ..........

I, of course, have heard about Wicked for years but never saw the play. I'm glad you guys were able to see it. I remember after 9/11 how they were getting Broadway back on track.

Thanks!

[beaglelover]

5. I believe they are exploring more of the source material than the stage musical does, so that is why it is being

divided into 2 movies.

We plan to see it next week when the crowds die down.

All our friends who have seen it say it is a fantastic movie. I've never seen the musical on stage but do know some of the music. I'm looking forward to seeing the movie.

[Upthevibe]

10. question everything........

I read up a little about it. They could've made it one movie but it would've been compromised. I think them making it two movies was a great idea.

I don't think you'll be disappointed.....

Thanks