Wicked: The Grimmerie, A Behind-the-Scenes Look at the Hit Broadway Musical

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Wicked is not just a musical, it is a phenomenon. Every week 15,000 people pack New York+s Gershwin Theatre to see the show. The most successful musical on Broadway in 2004, Wicked is based on the bestselling novel of the same name by Gregory Maguire. It tells the story of Elphaba, the headstrong Wicked Witch of the West, and Glinda, the good witch, growing up in the Land of Oz. The show has cast a spell on fans, many of whom return for second and third viewings. In 2005, the show begins an extensive tour across ...
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Overview

Wicked is not just a musical, it is a phenomenon. Every week 15,000 people pack New York+s Gershwin Theatre to see the show. The most successful musical on Broadway in 2004, Wicked is based on the bestselling novel of the same name by Gregory Maguire. It tells the story of Elphaba, the headstrong Wicked Witch of the West, and Glinda, the good witch, growing up in the Land of Oz. The show has cast a spell on fans, many of whom return for second and third viewings. In 2005, the show begins an extensive tour across the United States and Canada, hitting major cities such as Toronto, Chicago, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Washington, D.C., and many more.This beautifully packaged, whimsical keepsake is designed to resemble the Grimmerie, an ancient book of spells that Elphaba uses in the show. Wicked: The Grimmerie offers fans a behind-the-curtains peek at the musical, profiles of the cast and creative team, and inside stories, with full-color photographs throughout. Some of the irresistible special features include an -Ozian+ glossary, spells, an illustrated family tree, and a step-by-step look at how Elphaba gets green before each show-everything fans need to relive the Broadway experience day after day.
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Like Harry Potter, Wicked the musical seems to invite lame metaphors about casting spells and magic. Certainly, this play about pre-Dorothy Oz has enthralled audiences from Broadway to San Francisco and Los Angeles. The musical, based loosely on Gregory Maguire's novel, tells the story of Elphaba, the headstrong "Green Girl" and the good witch Glinda. This full-color pictorial offers an extended behind-the-curtains peek at the musical, its casts and creators. Wicked: The Grimmerie, which is packaged to resemble a book of spells, contains the show's libretto, a witchy illustrated family tree, and a step-by-step look at how Elphaba becomes green before each performance.
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Product Details

  • ISBN-13: 9781401308209
  • Publisher: Hyperion
  • Publication date: 10/19/2005
  • Pages: 192
  • Sales rank: 67,370
  • Product dimensions: 9.25 (w) x 12.25 (h) x 1.25 (d)

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  • Anonymous

    Posted February 27, 2009

    A must have for all Wicked fans

    How did the Tony award-winning musical Wicked come together?
    In Wicked: The Grimmerie you will find out. For those of you who have been living under a rock for the past five years and have not heard of the smash-hit musical Wicked, it is based on Gregory Maguire's book. It is basically The Wizard of Oz from the Wicked Witch of the West's (Elphaba) point of view. I would recommend seeing the musical before reading this book.
    This book includes everything you have ever wondered about Wicked. It describes how Elphaba is "greenafyed", hints on how Elphaba "flies" and much more. From writing the musical itself to putting together the final costumes and set, you'll find it all. Get insights on all the different cast members; hear about tryouts, opinions and struggles from cast members.
    With the extraordinary photos, I would have to give the book five stars. The interviews with the cast, crew, producer, director and others are truly fascinating. It has great detailed information. This is a must have for all Wicked fans.

    3 out of 3 people found this review helpful.

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  • Posted November 13, 2011

    A WICKED MUST!

    I loved this book. It is perfect for any fan of the musical and the book. Very informative and great pictures.

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  • Posted December 31, 2009

    splendiferous!!

    a must for all wicked fans!! if you have seen this live (or haven't had the chance) you will love it.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted November 11, 2009

    If you saw Wicked and want to know more....

    This is an excellent book for Wicked fans. Lots of great info and wonderful pictures. My 13 year old read it and began a study of the history of Broadway for her Drama class at school. A very fun and informative read.

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  • Posted October 24, 2009

    If you love the play, you have to get the book Wicked

    The pictures bring you back to your seat of Wicked. It is divided up nicely in sections you would be interested in. A must have for any Wicked fan, and who isn't.

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  • Posted August 1, 2009

    Marvelous book with most interesting information

    Whether a particular fan of the show WICKED or not, a fascinating read.
    The photos , the script, info on the Actors, costuming- a worthy read- or even just to look at the pictures-well worth the cost

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  • Anonymous

    Posted June 3, 2009

    One Wicked Gift

    I bought this as part of a Bar Mitvah gift and was really wowed when it came in the mail. The cover of the book itself is quite stunning. I have never seen Wicked so I cannot fully appreciate the contents of the book, but I know it was really loved by the receiver!

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  • Anonymous

    Posted March 14, 2009

    a must for anyone who loves Wicked

    Very informative, the pictures are great,

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  • Anonymous

    Posted September 27, 2008

    Outstanding!

    AMASING! A must buy for any Wicked fanatic. Contains the script, pictures and tons more!

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  • Anonymous

    Posted April 24, 2008

    For anyone who loves Wicked

    This book is a must buy for anyone who loves Wicked! I flipped through it at the store, but couldn't buy it. I did place and order online, and my Grimmerie should be comming in very soon!

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  • Anonymous

    Posted April 12, 2008

    OMG!

    I'm SOOO saving up my money for this its well worth it. I want to see the show i am a true #1 wicked fan.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted March 29, 2008

    Wow!

    I am so excited that I found this book. I was not able to buy it but, I spent half an hour looking through it. next time I go to the bookstore again , I will definetly buy it! The book is great for anyone Wicked obssed.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted December 29, 2007

    For Any Wicked Finatic:

    This book is the key to knowing a lot more of Wicked! Any Wicked finatic would be the luckiest person to own this incredible book because it is just so amazingly festivating and something to rejoicify about!

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  • Anonymous

    Posted October 25, 2007

    A reviewer

    The play is truly amazing and if you are a fan than this book is for you. It is about what went into making the show and putting everything together. It also contains the script, most of the talking was taken out though. The lyrics to all of the songs are in it. It has amazing pictures and is a perfect gift to any Wicked fan. It is also a good thing to collect autographs in. I took mine to the current LA company and I got Megan Hilty (Glinda), Jenna Leigh Green (Nessarose), John Rubenstien (Wizard), Adam Lambert (Fieryo), and the understudy of Boq to sign it. It is a wonderful book and totally worth the money!

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  • Anonymous

    Posted October 27, 2007

    A reviewer

    This book is a dream come true for someone like me! I haven't even seen the show, yet by reading this book I feel like I have seen it a million times! I have not listened to anything but Wicked on my iPod for the past month-And I listen to my iPod for an hour each day on the way to and from school! This book has made me OBSESSED!!! and I am glad it has!

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  • Anonymous

    Posted November 18, 2007

    I love this musical so much!

    I love this book so much that I don't let anyone touch it! It is one of my favorite musicals of all time, and I would love to see it again! This is a must have for anyone who loves Wicked and who is obsessed with it.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted July 7, 2007

    A reviewer

    Wicked is just AMAZING!!! the story plot is so creative it makes you wish there was more! And also that Dorthy didnt kill Elphaba!!! =' She is my favorite character!!! I also love the music it's so.. so.... musical!! When you listen to the music it sends chills up your spine! Now I practically listen to the music every day!!! Some people who dont listen to this this stuff and think it's just weird.. well I think that they havn't looked into it enough and thought about it! I mean even the actors/actresses have worked so hard to get here and still work so hard to put on a good show every time. Idina Mentzel and Kristin Chenoweth in the original cast, are so AMAZING!! Their voices combined sound so great together it makes me wish i were them!! Anyways Wicked the musical and the book are really good and I think you should see/read it!!!!!! IT'S THE BEST!!!!!!!!!!

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  • Anonymous

    Posted January 13, 2007

    THE COOLEST WICKED BOOK EVER!!!!!!!!!

    this is the altimite book for any wicked fan. i couldn't stop looking and reading it for one seconde. the cover art is absolutly amazing and the paper looks old and worn just like elphabas book of spells (also called the gimmerie)in the show. if you are a wicked fan YOU NEED THIS BOOK!!!!!!!!!!!!

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  • Anonymous

    Posted February 4, 2007

    I LOVE WICKED!BEST MUSICAL OF THE YEAR!

    Wicked the musical is awseome! I've read the book and Son of a Witch and I saw the play at the Appollo Victoria in London.I'm about to get the Grimmerie. I cannot last another day without it. I can also play all(mainly Defying Gravity) on the piano and I have the soundtrack. Although my parents are sick of Wicked, I just love it.Since I saw it, my favorite word is OZ. I also beleive that everyone deserves the chance to fly!

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  • Anonymous

    Posted January 1, 2007

    wow!

    i just got this book and i love it! it is full of songs pistures stories and so much more! this is one book worth buying!

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