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‘Wicked’ Breakdown: 65 Easter Eggs, Changes and References Explained
Here is a breakdown of "Wicked's" biggest easter eggs, cameos, references to “The Wizard of Oz” and changes from the beloved Broadway musical.
Image Credit: Universal A pair of bejeweled red heels makes an appearance when Galinda gives outfit suggestions to Elphaba during “Popular,” as a wink to Dorothy’s iconic ruby slippers from “The Wizard of Oz.” They’re even clicked three times! On stage, the students are forced into a fitful dance, while the film adaptation shows Elphaba floating Dillamond’s poppies around the room, causing her classmates to fall asleep (except Fiyero, who, like the Scarecrow in “The Wizard of Oz,” stays awake). Image Credit: Universal An extra vocal section is added at the climax of “Defying Gravity,” with Erivo belting “Unlimited!” as the audience sees how folks throughout Oz react to Madame Morrible’s declaration that Elphaba is a Wicked Witch.
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