A dazzling spectacle of magic and melody, Wicked reimagines Oz with heart, humor, and just the right amount of edge. The chemistry between Elphaba and Glinda soars as high as their duets, though some moments can feel as overstuffed as a munchkin’s wardrobe. Still, with its spellbinding performances and fantastic visuals, it earns its place as an incredible prelude to the wizard we thought we knew…
4/5