--- site: London Drum url: https://londondrum.com/events/?p=145 canonical: https://londondrum.com/events/?p=145 title: "Wicked Tickets · Apollo Victoria Theatre, London · Until 30 May 2027" description: "Meet the witches before they met Dorothy on the Yellow Brick Road" author: London Drum updated: 2026-09-02 clipped: 2026-11-15 --- # Wicked - The untold story of The Wizard of Oz witches ![Wicked at Apollo Victoria Theatre](https://londondrum.com/i/eve/wicked.webp)
## Useful things to know before your visit Address: Apollo Victoria Theatre, 17 Wilton Road, Victoria SW1V 1LG. Telephone: 0333 009 6690 ### What are the dates and times? 15th September 2021 to [30th May 2027](https://londondrum.com/events/?m=30-may) · 7.30 PM (Tue-Sat) · 2.30 PM matinees (Wed, Sat-Sun) ### How long does the show last? 2 hours 45 mins, with interval ### How much do the tickets cost? Seats from £25 · Note: This show is recommended for ages 7+. Children under the age of 4 will not be admitted ### Which is the closest train station? The nearest station is [Victoria](https://londondrum.com/transport/trains.php?station=victoria), which connects with the Circle, District and Victoria lines. It also serves National Rail trains. It only takes two minutes to walk to Apollo Victoria Theatre ### Which other attractions are nearby? These attractions are all within 15 minutes walk of Apollo Victoria Theatre: Westminster Cathedral, Royal Mews, King's Gallery, Wellington Barracks, Buckingham Palace and Guards' Museum Before Dorothy came along with her ruby-red slippers and turned their world upside down, the land of Oz was home to two young witches: the beautiful Glinda and the green skinned Elphaba. ![](https://londondrum.com/i/eve/wicked2.webp) Glinda was the popular kid at Shiz University, whilst Elphaba was totally misunderstood (being green probably didn't help), but they quickly struck up a friendship and enjoyed lots of adventures together. [Video](https://www.youtube.com/embed/eAG3Xo0duaw) The show explores these early years before their decisive meeting with the wonderful wizard. You'll witness the events that shaped their destinies... how Glinda's desire for popularity sees her seduced by power... how Elphaba is content to remain true to herself... and how they ultimately became The Good Witch and the Wicked Witch of the West before their fateful meeting with Dorothy on the Yellow Brick Road. ![Scene from Wicked The Musical](https://londondrum.com/i/eve/wicked6.webp) ## Wizard of Oz fans will love the ingenious plot If you've already seen _The Wizard of Oz_ and are familiar with L Frank Baum's beloved characters then you'll enjoy _Wicked's_ ingenious plot. (In fact, if you haven't already seen it then we definitely recommend watching the old movie before you go, so you can understand all the plot points and in-jokes.) ![The Wicked Witch of the West, Elphaba](https://londondrum.com/i/eve/wicked8.webp) _Elphaba, The Wicked Witch of the West_ ## One of the West End's longest-running musicals With its sensational soundtrack, memorable sets, and exciting technical wizardry - featuring flying monkeys, levitating broomsticks and even a smoke-breathing dragon! - _Wicked_ has been casting its spell over the capital for more than 17 years. As the 11th longest-running show in West End history it has played to over 10 million people, picking up over 100 major international awards along the way including a coveted Grammy, two Olivier Awards and three Tony Awards. ![The two witches, Glinda and Elphaba](https://londondrum.com/i/eve/wicked7.webp) _The two witches, Glinda and Elphaba_ ## What the theatre critics say... **Evening Standard:** _"One of the most popular West End musicals ever"_ **Sunday Times:** _"Wicked magically transports you to a world of pure fantasy"_ **Daily Mail:** _"The perfect choice for a spellbinding night out"_ **Time Out:** _"The gravity-defying 'Wizard Of Oz' prequel"_ **Guardian:** _"Packed with wit, storming songs and beautiful costumes"_ **Daily Telegraph:** _"Packed with spectacular coups de theatre and magical effects"_ ## Wicked Cast & Creatives **Director:** _Joe Mantello_ **Written by:** _Gregory Maguire, Winnie Holzman_ **Cast:** _Emma Kingston, Zizi Strallen, Jordan Litz, Claire Machin, Michael Matus, Yara Fabricante, Ross Carpenter, David McKechnie, Laura Emmitt, Lydia Gerrard_ **Music and lyrics:** _Stephen Schwartz_ I've ranked watching a West End show as ★15 in [my must-do list for London](https://londondrum.com/planner/top-25-ultimate-bucket-list.php)