Wicked’s Timeline: How Is It a Prequel & a Sequel to Wizard of Oz?
ComingSoon.netStory by Anubhav Chaudhry
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Wicked, the Broadway hit, traverses Oz's past and present, reframing the Wicked Witch's story as a complex exploration of morality, power, and friendship.
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- Wicked is not a direct adaptation of The Wizard of Oz, but rather a reimagining based on Gregory Maguire's 1995 novel, portraying Elphaba as a misunderstood character caught in Oz's political turmoil.
- Wicked's timeline spans before, during, and after the events of The Wizard of Oz, offering a fresh perspective that challenges the original narrative and delves into the backstories of iconic characters like Glinda and the Wicked Witch.
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Elphaba, Glinda, Shiz University, Wicked, The Wizard of Oz