posted 11-15-2008 11:54 AM            

I'm Josh and I'm a Junior in High School. I got hooked to Wicked when one of the choirs in my High School performed some of the songs of Wicked. I haven't seen the musical but that's something I'd love to do.

Right now I'm currently reading Wicked, Maguire's first book in the Wicked series. I have a couple of chapters left until I'm done. It's really intense. I'll probably contine the series all the way through.

posted 11-15-2008 12:22 PM               

Good luck getting the rights to perform Wicked. It'll be quite a few years before the producers and director release the amateur rights to the public.

posted 11-15-2008 03:46 PM            

Aside from the rights, I'd think that it depends on your school. I mean, my school could probably do Wicked with our Ragtime set from a few years back, they're so similar. Actually I think Eugene Lee designed the sets for both shows, but ours was a lot like the Wicked set. The biggest problem would probably be Defying Gravity...

Welcome!

posted 11-16-2008 12:43 PM            

That really bursts my bubble/dream but it's okay. You would think that they would have released the rights to perform it by now since the opening of Wicked was in 2003.

Is getting the rights to perform Wicked a lot of work? Is it worth it? I'd definitely like to do this musical next year because I'll be a Senior. I don't have time to wait years and years.

My dream has died a bit but I can still do whatever I can to make it happen and like Elephaba, defy gravity.

posted 11-17-2008 07:30 AM            

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Is getting the rights to perform Wicked a lot of work? Is it worth it? I'd definitely like to do this musical next year because I'll be a Senior. I don't have time to wait years and years.

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It's not really something you can do unless they've been released to the public. It's not like you can write a letter to Stephen Schwartz and ask him for the rights. They have to be released before anyone can get their hands on them. I don't see it happening anytime soon. They typically won't release the rights when the show is at a high point. And seeing how it still sells out theatres, it'll probably be a while.

posted 11-29-2008 09:02 PM               

I read Wicked for the first time 4 years ago when I worked at Books-A-Million and I couldn't put it down. My mom and I went to NYC a couple of years ago and I, of course, had to get us tickets to see Wicked at the Gershwin. It was fantastic!! Eden Espinosa played Elphaba and Megan Hilty was Glinda.

Anyway, I'm reading Wicked for the second time now, and of course since it's been so long, it's like reading a brand new book. I remember parts, but then don't remember most of the details. I started Son of A Witch but only got about halfway through. I didn't find it nearly as interesting as Wicked.

As for other GM books, I do want to read Lost, but I haven't taken the time yet.

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posted 11-29-2008 10:18 PM               

Sorry for jumping on you for posting a thread on the Wicked book forum to introduce yourself.

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posted 11-30-2008 01:28 PM               

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Welcome to the boards Leanne!

Sorry for jumping on you for posting a thread on the Wicked book forum to introduce yourself.

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posted 11-30-2008 01:30 PM               

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Hello . I'm Ellie, I'm 14 from Manchester in England (London isn't the only place in England!) I'm in High School, year 9 (I have no idea what grade that would be in the USA, anyone wish to tell me? I've always been really intrigued about that.) Okay I'll stop droning on. I first read Wicked about 3 years ago, I bought the book from Virgin Megastore in Downtown Disney, Florida (still remember it to this day ). The following year my music teacher offered to take a few of us to go and see it in London and I jumped at the chance. Now I'm in love with it and have asked for a good few GM books for Christmas! (I'm mainly interested in SoaW and Mirror Mirror). My General Interests are music, and I love to discuss various bands although my favourites are extremely english bands that nobody has probably heard of in America. I also enjoy fashion, films and my boyfriend . Over and out. Wow that was a long post.

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I was 13 in the 9th grade, which would be about right since my birthday always fell late. How many years do you go to school? 12?

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posted 11-30-2008 02:55 PM               

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Hello . I'm Ellie, I'm 14 from Manchester in England.

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Hey! I'm from near Manchester - Burnley, to be exact, although I don't live there any more. Welcome!

posted 12-03-2008 08:51 PM            

I am originally from Kansas City, MO and now live in Australia (also called OZ by the locals) and I am studying film and theater. I am very knowledgeable about history, literature, and science. And I enjoy trying to figure out what the author will write about next.

See you later.

posted 01-10-2009 10:03 AM               

Nice to meet you!

I'm LLK. I like CSI and Writing as well as most things GM.

Anyway, welcome!

posted 02-21-2009 04:53 PM            

Your signature is just a bit too big. The limit's 300x150 (whatever units that is), I believe; yours is 450x180. I really like it, though.

posted 02-21-2009 11:40 PM               

I'm the one with the CSI fettish, even though I hate LF's character.

Anyway, feel free to email me with any questions. I've been herer for a few years and know about almost everything that's happened on these boards.

-LLK

posted 03-02-2009 08:39 PM               

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Witchboy I notice you're new as well. Care to introduce yourself?

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My name Im an aminal lover (save the rain forests!) as well as a certified bibliophile. I love all people just for them being people and it takes a real doosy to make me angry. My family always has a cat in the house (presently we have a one cat named Egypt and another called Malky) for some reason. I consider myself a witch but not in the same sense as Elpahaba does. I was voted most likely to end up in jail in junior high but that will probably not happen. My favorite number is either ten or thirteen, while my favorite drink would be Dr Pepper. I love the snow too!

So thats me all over. I would have made it all superduper long but I managed to stop myself somehow.

[This message has been edited by WitchBoy06 (edited 03-02-2009).]

posted 03-03-2009 02:00 PM            

I am doing this backwards, been posting for a while, I guess best to introduce myself. My real name is Shaye, I am from Sydney, Australia. I am 32 (I think I put 31 in another thread... oops.) 33 this year. I had my first child last year, Cassidy. And the year before that, I married my best friend of 10 years.
I read a lot. I love movies and music and I paint. Lately I don't seem to have time for any of my passions, but that's motherhood for you I suppose. I love this forum (though wish it were a little more modern), and I love that you frown on chat speak, I AM HOME!
Prior to becoming a mum I was in IT, tech support, help desk etc. Now I am the book keeper for our business. Not very exciting, but it means I can be a stay home mum, yay!

posted 03-06-2009 08:31 PM            

Oh yeah, and I'm back from my mini hiatus. Hi.

posted 03-08-2009 12:35 PM               

Some of you may vaguely remember me, as I was a fairly active member of the board a while ago (1 year? 2? It's been a while). I was young then, and somewhat immature, I'm sure. I am now 16, and am still young, but I've grown up a lot in the past year. I was reminded of the board a couple weeks ago when I was in Borders and saw the new Maguire book, "A Lion Among Men." I have not had a chance to read it, but hopefully will soon. I am a junior in high school, so time is not often readily available for leisurely activities such as reading good books. However, when I do finally get around to it, I hope to have some insights because I have benefitted from amazing english teachers that have taught me about understanding literature.

posted 03-09-2009 02:12 PM            

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Hello.

Some of you may vaguely remember me, as I was a fairly active member of the board a while ago (1 year? 2? It's been a while). I was young then, and somewhat immature, I'm sure. I am now 16, and am still young, but I've grown up a lot in the past year. I was reminded of the board a couple weeks ago when I was in Borders and saw the new Maguire book, "A Lion Among Men." I have not had a chance to read it, but hopefully will soon. I am a junior in high school, so time is not often readily available for leisurely activities such as reading good books. However, when I do finally get around to it, I hope to have some insights because I have benefitted from amazing english teachers that have taught me about understanding literature.

So. I may be back. Then again, maybe not.

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Two returning members in less than a week!! I'm the happiest mod in the world right now! Greenery it's so great to have you back, even if you're not sure you're staying. Stay for now! Please! We've missed you terribly!

posted 03-11-2009 09:26 AM            

I'm Bug, 26, from Southampton, England. Just about finished A Lion Amongst Men. Love the books, love Elphy and love all things green Hope everyone is good!