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Meet the cast of Wicked
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(Updated on 1 Apr 2025)
## **Who plays Elphaba in Wicked?**
**Emma Kingston** plays the strong-willed sorceress. Her previous credits include *Heathers, Evita* and [*Les Misérables*](https://www.londontheatredirect.com/musical/les-miserables-tickets)*.*
## **Who plays Glinda in Wicked?**
[Zizi Strallen](https://www.londontheatredirect.com/actor/zizi-strallen) plays the ever popular Glinda. Her previous West End credits include *Mary Poppins*, *Cake: the Marie Antoinette Playlist*, and *Rock of Ages. *
## **Who plays Fiyero in Wicked?**
[Carl Man](https://www.londontheatredirect.com/actor/carl-man) plays everyone's crush, Fiyero. His previous West End credits include *We Will Rock You* and *Aladdin*.
## **Who plays The Wizard in Wicked?**
The Wizard is currently played by the wonderful **Michael Matus**. His previous credits include [*Phantom of the Opera*](https://www.londontheatredirect.com/musical/phantom-of-the-opera-tickets) and *The Sound of Music*.
## **Who plays Madame Morrible in Wicked?**
**Sarah Ingram** plays the infamous Madame Morrible. Her previous credits include *Oklahoma!* and *Sweeney Todd*.
## **Who are the current Wicked London cast members?**
Described as "one of the most successful musicals of all time" by BBC News, [*Wicked* ](https://www.londontheatredirect.com/musical/wicked-tickets)first enchanted London audiences in 2006, swiftly becoming the [10th longest-running West End production in history](https://www.londontheatredirect.com/news/wicked-becomes-the-10th-longest-running-production-in-british-history). With over 100 prestigious global awards under its belt, the show has wowed more than 12 million theatre-goers in London alone thanks to its magical story and [jaw-dropping songs](https://www.londontheatredirect.com/news/wicked-songs).
As of March 2025, the Wicked London cast features production features another outstanding lineup, starring including **Emma Kingston** (Elphaba), [Zizi Strallen](https://www.londontheatredirect.com/actor/zizi-strallen) (Glinda), [Carl Man](https://www.londontheatredirect.com/actor/carl-man) (Fiyero), **Sarah Ingram** (Madame Morrible), **Michael Matus** (The Wizard), **Hannah Quershi** (Nessarose), **David McKechnie** (Doctor Dillamond) and **Ross Carpenter** (Boq), among others.
## **And what about those crucial Standby Roles?**
Returning to the Wicked London cast is **Laura Emmitt**, who previously graced the stage as Understudy Elphaba, she now takes on the pivotal role of Alternative Elphaba. **Lydia Gerrard**, who was the Understudy Glinda on the UK and Ireland UK tour is now Standby for Glinda in the West End production.
## **Who were the original Wicked London cast members?**
The original Wicked London cast, which graced the West End stage in 2006, boasted a stellar lineup of performers who infused the magical realm of Oz with their remarkable talent
**Idina Menzel** is renowned for her iconic portrayal of Elphaba, and you will no doubt recognise her voice as Elsa in the Disney film *Frozen*. **Helen Dallimore** brought Glinda to life, **Adam Garcia** charmed audiences as Fiyero, showcasing his versatility after starring in the film *Coyote Ugly*. **Miriam Margolyes** lent her distinct presence to the role of Madame Morrible, her extensive career includes memorable performances in *Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets* and *The Age of Innocence*.
**Nigel Planer** mesmerised as The Wizard, known for his work in *The Young Ones* and **Terry Pratchett**'s *Hogfather*. **Katie Rowley Jones** portrayed Nessarose, her credits also including *The Beautiful Game*. **Martin Ball** rounded out the principal cast as Doctor Dillamond, bringing his talent from productions like [*Les Misérables*](https://www.londontheatredirect.com/musical/les-miserables-tickets) and [*Phantom of the Opera*](https://www.londontheatredirect.com/musical/phantom-of-the-opera-tickets). Together, these actors laid the blueprint (well, greenprint!) for Wicked's enduring success on the West End stage.
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