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Wicked: The Origin of Elphaba’s Name Is an Oz Easter Egg in Plain Sight
ComicBook.comStory by Charlie Ridgely
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The name 'Elphaba' in 'Wicked' is a clever nod to 'The Wizard of Oz' creator L. Frank Baum, revealing an Oz-centric Easter egg for fans.
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- Author Gregory Maguire revealed that he intentionally crafted Elphaba's name to honor Baum, using the initials 'L.F.B.' as the basis for the unique moniker.
- Maguire noted that Elphaba is an 'unusual' and 'not particularly pretty' name, but one that is 'memorable' - a trait that has helped make the character an iconic figure in modern musical theater.
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L. Frank Baum, Gregory Maguire, Idina Menzel, Cynthia Erivo, Kristin Chenoweth, Wicked, Wicked, The Wizard of Oz