Wicked Tour Cast

Wicked Tour Cast and Creative Team bios

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FIRST TOUR

JACKIE BURNS (Elphaba) was most recently seen in the original cast of the Tony Award-winning Broadway revival of Hair, where she was part of the "Black Boys" trio and understudied and performed the role of Sheila. Off-Broadway she was part of the original company of Rock of Ages and the award-winning Unlock'd for NYMF.

CHANDRA LEE SCHWARTZ (Glinda) is so pleased to be playing the role of Glinda!  Broadway/national tour credits include: Disney's High School Musical (Sharpay); Hairspray (Penny); and Gypsy, Bernadette Peters revival (Agnes). Off-Broadway: What's That Smell: The Music of Jacob Sterling.  NYMF: But I'm a Cheerleader! (Awarded Best Actress in a Musical). Philadelphia Theatre Co. Nerds (Barrymore nom. Best Actress in a Musical). Chandra is a graduate of AMDA NYC and a member of Actors' Equity. Big thanks to Craig Burns for believing in me. Love and gratitude to my wonderful parents, family, M and J. This would not be possible without your love and support.

RANDY DANSON (Madame Morrible). Credits in New York City and regional theatres include The Lady in Macbeth, Amanda in The Glass Menagerie and the Duchess in The Duchess of Malfi. Honors include a Helen Hayes Award for the title role in The Good Person Of Szechuan at the Arena Stage, The Barrymore Award for Vivian in Wit at The Philadelphia Theatre Company and an OBIE award for sustained excellence. She designs jewelry for Maiden Lane at www.roxlane.com.

GENE WEYGANDT (The Wizard) On Broadway Weygandt created the role of Paul in Big: The Musical and is a three-time recipient of Chicago's Jefferson Award. His many film and TV credits include "The Birdcage," "The Babe," "The Beast," "Cybill," "Home Improvement," "Murphy Brown," "Drew Carey," "Ellen," "Coach" and "USA High."

RICHARD H. BLAKE (Fiyero) was most recently seen on Broadway as Warner in Legally Blonde. Broadway credits include The Wedding Singer (Glen Guglia), Hairspray (Link), Aida (Radames), Saturday Night Fever (Tony Manero), Rent (Roger), Prince of Central Park (Prince), Macbeth (Boy Macduff), Sound of Music (Friedrich), T.V. and film credits include "The Babysitter's Club," "All My Children," "Toonces and Friends" and "Red Light August." Richard would like to thank his beautiful wife Teri and his family and friends for their love and support. www.richardhblake.com.

BEN LIEBERT (Boq) comes to the Wicked tour from the New York company, where he made his Broadway debut as Boq. European tour: Grease (Eugene, Roger u/s). Regional: Footloose (Willard), Joesph... (Benjamin), Beauty and the Beast (Lefou) and Reefer Madness (Ralph). Workshop: Radiant Baby (CAP21), The Sounds of Plaid (Stuart Ross, Drew Geraci, dir.). Ben holds his B.F.A. from New York University—CAP21. Thanks to the creative team, cast, crew, Telsey + Co, Nancy and everyone at Carson-Adler. Extra special thanks to his friends, family, teachers, Josh, Mom and Dad. www.benliebert.com

BRYNN O'MALLEY (Nessarose). Broad­way: Wicked (Nessarose), Sunday In the Park with George (Celeste 1 and Elaine), Hairspray (Amber Von Tussle), Beauty & the Beast (Belle u/s). Regional highlights: Avenue Q (Kate Monster/Lucy T. Slut, original Las Vegas company), Oklahoma! (Laurey), Meet Me In St. Louis (Esther), She Loves Me (Amalia), Arsenic and Old Lace (Elaine), Into the Woods (Baker's Wife). Proud member of Actors' Equity. B.F.A. University of Michigan.

PAUL SLADE SMITH (Dr. Dillamond) has been driving his PT Cruiser around the country with Wicked since 2005. Other credits: The Phantom of the Opera (third national tour), and the Goodman, Steppenwolf, Chicago Shakespeare and Geva Theatres. Paul is the author of the plays Unnecessary Farce and Hymn & Carol, a proud member of both Actors' Equity and the Dramatists' Guild, and itinerant husband of the lovely and loving Erin.

MERIDETH KAYE CLARK (Standby for Elphaba). "Laugh, breathe, love." Old Globe, Alabama Shakespeare Festival, The Prince, Irish Rep, American Heartland, KC Starlight, Totem Pole. Degree in Neuroscience, Emory University; M.F.A. Musical Theatre, San Diego State. Thank you to my teachers. www.girlrobot.tv.

TODD ANDERSON (Swing, u/s Chistery). Broadway: A Chorus Line (u/s Zach, Mike, Al, Greg, Bobby), Sweet Charity, Boy From Oz. Off-Broadway: The Wild Party, Garden of Earthly Delights. Tours: Dirty Rotten Scoundrels (u/s Freddy Benson), Tap Dogs.

Terra Lynn Arrington (Swing). Original ensemble member. After being on stage for three and a half years Terra is thrilled to begin her next journey as a swing. Broad­way: Aida. Other credits: Broadway Soul Jam (Europe), Spirit (national tour). Thanks to God and Family for their love and support.

ANTONETTE BALESTRERI (Ensemble) is so grateful to be joining the cast of Wicked.  Favorite regional credits include West Side Story (Fulton Opera House), Hot Mikado (Westchester Broadway Theatre) and Footloose (Marriott Theatre). Proud Northwestern graduate. Thank you KSA, Telsey + Co, my Monterey and NY families, and my love, Jeremy. www.antonettebalestreri.com.

AL BLACKSTONE (Ensemble) is thrilled to be a part of Wicked! Credits include Carousel (Barrington Stages), Radio City Christmas Spectacular (Grand Olde Opry), Nights on Broadway 3 (Caesar's). TV: "American Dreams" (NBC), "Drake & Josh" (Nickelodeon). Special thanks to Mom, Dad, Tim and MSA.

JUSTIN BRILL (Ensemble, u/s Boq). Broadway: All Shook Up, Rent, High Fidelity.  Also Spamalot (Patsy) in Vegas, A Christmas Carol (Ghost of Xmas Past) at The Garden, Midsummer Night's Dream (Puck) at The Met.  www.JustinBrill.com. For Mom, always.

STEFANIE BROWN (Ensemble, u/s Glinda, Nessarose) is thrilled to be part of the Wicked company! Regional: Hair, Beauty and the Beast, Urinetown, Candide. B.F.A. in Musical Theatre, University of Arizona. Love and thanks to her family and Kyle. www.stefanie-brown.com.

DOMINIC GIUDICI (Chistery) is ecstatic to join Wicked in his first national tour. Other credits: Radio City Christmas Spectacular, Disney World and Holland America. Thanks Mom, Dad, Gina, Justin, Nicole, The Harts,  Linda, The PAC and MSA. This is crazy!

COURTNEY D. JONES (Ensemble) is thrilled to join the cast of Wicked. Dance: Jennifer Muller/The Works, Kevin Wynn Collection, Houston Metropolitan Dance Company. Concert/Stage: Show Boat at Carnegie Hall. I love you mom and dad!

SPENCER JONES (Asst. Dance Captain, Swing, u/s Chistery) is beyond excited to be a part of this amazing show. National/Euro tours: Grease, A Chorus Line (Mark), Footloose, The Music Man, Radio City Christmas Spectacular. Regional: Paper Mill Playhouse. Love to Mom, Dad, Ryan and Huns.

KEVIN JORDAN (Swing, u/s Chistery) is proud to be part of the Wicked family. Other credits include Altar Boyz (Mark), Cats (Skimbleshanks), You're a…Charlie Brown (Schroeder), A Chorus Line (Swing). B.F.A. from BYU. Love to family and friends.

RYAN PATRICK KELLY (Ensemble). Broadway: Wicked, first national, L.A. and Chicago companies. Regional: Pippin (dance capt.) Radio City, Nights on Broadway III, Pirate Queen (pre pro) Cats, Sweet Charity, Music Man, Tokyo Disneyland. TV/film: Sleepy's beds commercial, Sylvania Light Bulbs, Spanish lottery, Across the Universe, Mohegan Sun, "Saturday Night Live". Thanks, Mom, Pat, Lee CTG and Heather. This is a blessing.

RENÉE LAWLESS-ORSINI (Midwife, u/s Madame Morrible). Broadway/nat'l tour: Beauty and the Beast. Regional: Menopause: the Musical, Always…Patsy Cline, Nine, Tintypes. Film/TV: Ghost Story, "Heavens to Betsy." Gospel CD–A Live Sampler, TV Host/Spokesperson. Thank you Jesus and parents.

MARISSA LUPP (Ensemble, u/s Glinda) is absolutely thrilled to be joining the Wicked family after just recently receiving her B.F.A. from NYU! Love and thanks to Mom, Dad, family and especially Craig.

RJ MARSHALL (Ensemble). Raised in Middletown, Ohio, RJ attended Point Park University. Other credits: Fosse (Dancin Dan Soloist); West Side Story (world tour), Pittsburgh CLO (The Who's Tommy, Seven Brides…, Pirates of Penzance). Yes we can! Dedicated to everyone who believed!

LAUREN MASIELLO (Witch's Mother, Ensemble). National Tour/Madison Square Garden: Peter Pan starring Cathy Rigby (Tiger Lily). International: Grease (Jan/Patty u/s); A Chorus Line (Diana u/s). Regional: South Pacific starring Reba McEntire/Brian Stokes Mitchell; Cats (Sillabub/Rumpleteaser). NYU B.F.A. Thanks Mom and Dad.

LESLEY McKINNELL (Swing, u/s Midwife, u/s Nessarose) is ecstatic to be in the Wicked tour. Les Misérables—Hollywood Bowl, Wizard of Oz, City of Angels. B.F.A. from CSUF. Special thanks to the creative team, KSR, family, and friends. For Danny.

Kevin McMahon (Witch's Father, Ozian Official, u/s The Wizard, Doctor Dillamond) Proud Equity member. National tours: City of Angels, Forever Plaid, Fantasticks. Recent regional: The Full Monty (Ovation Nom­ination), A Little Night Music (South Coast Repertory), Sweeney Todd (Pirelli). Boston Conservatory graduate, CD on iTunes, more info: www.kevin-mcmahon.com.

ROBERT PENDILLA (Swing). Broadway: Wicked (Swing). National Tours: Mamma Mia! (Pepper). Off-B'Way/NYC: Victor Woo (Henry). Regional: Flower Drum Song (Original L.A. Cast), My Fair Lady (Hollywood Bowl), Mame (Hollywood Bowl), Dorian (Buell Center). International: Aida (Original German Cast). Thanks Mom, Dad, Bro, Carson, Friends and the 'MINE'!

Christopher Russo (Ensemble, u/s The Wizard, Dr. Dillamond, Witch's Father, Ozian Official). Broadway: The Grapes of Wrath (Al Joad—Steppenwolf); Meet Me in St. Louis (John u/s); Equity national tours: Miss Saigon (Chris u/s); The Who's Tommy (Ernie); TV: "Law & Order: Criminal Intent;" "Baywatch Hawaii;" "North and South." Film: The Manchurian Candidate; lead role in Limbo, an indie feature, www.Limbomovie.com.

ADAM SANFORD (Ensemble, u/s Boq) is proud to be a part of Wicked. Regional credits include Cinderella, Crazy For You (MUNY), Good News, Footloose (Music Theatre of Wichita). Graduate of The Boston Conservatory. Thank you to my family and to Katie for always believing in me.

STEPHANIE TORNS (Ensemble, u/s Elphaba) is thrilled to be part of Wicked. Credits: Broadway Rising Stars and The Producers. Thanks to Telsey + Co. Love and thanks to my family, TKJ and Elaine, who always believed in my chance to fly. This one's for you Pa.

SHANNA VANDERWERKER (Dance Captain/ Swing) is thrilled to return to Wicked! Broadway: Wicked, High Fidelity (Asst. Choreog). Other credits: dre.dance; Silence! The Musical (Asst Choreog); H2$ (Fireside Theatre); Seven Brides… (Fireside); Kiss Me, Kate (TUTS). Point Park College: B.A. in Dance.

JESSICA WALKER (Ensemble) is thrilled to be joining the national tour of Wicked!  Broadway: Movin' Out. Las Vegas: Phantom of the Opera. 2004 B.F.A. from Fordham University/The Ailey School. Much love to family and friends. Proud member of Actors' Equity.

BETSY WERBEL (Ensemble, u/s Madame Morrible). Originally from Cleveland, Betsy is thrilled to be joining the cast of Wicked.  Broadway/National tours: Les Misé­­­rables.  Betsy recently made her Carnegie Hall debut in Jerry Springer, the Opera. CCM graduate. "Thanks to­­ my family and friends for believing. For my brother, Brian."

BLAKE WHYTE (Ensemble, u/s Fiyero). NYC theatre/workshops: The Fearless, Summer Play Festival; Only Children, Lincoln Center Director's Lab; Perfect Harmony, Fringe; Let's Face It, 45th Street Theatre; The Mormon Project, Vineyard Theatre. So much love and thanks to Emily and my incredible family and friends!

SAMANTHA ZACK (Ensemble) feels so blessed to be a part of this amazing show. Wicked: Broadway, Chicago and Los Angeles. Performed with Duran Duran, Jason Alexander, Billy Idol and Snoop Dog. TV: "Rescue Me," nat'l McDonalds commercial. So much love and thanks to my awesome family and friends!

JARED ZIRILLI (Ensemble, Fiyero u/s). Altar Boyz—Matthew (Director, Stafford Arima). The Light in The Piazza—Giuseppe (MSMT). Rent—Roger (Hangar Theatre). Aladdin: The Musical Spectacular—Aladdin (Disney Productions). National commercials for AXE and Anti Steroids PSA. Thanks Momma, Justy, Dad and Ray, Gramps! JaredZirilli.Com.

SECOND TOUR

MARCIE DODD (Elphaba) comes directly from playing Elphaba in the Broadway company of Wicked, and is thrilled to be continuing this Wicked wild ride by opening the second national tour. She has also performed in the Los Angeles company and the first national tour of Wicked. Other favorites include Hairspray (Lou Ann, Amber u/s), We Will Rock You (Scaramouche u/s), Grease (Sandy) as well as multiple projects and recordings with Disney Entertainment and Universal Studios. Love and endless gratitude to my amazing family and friends for their immeasurable support, the ladies at KSR, the crew at Telsey Casting, the Wicked team for this incredible opportunity and to Colin "aloo." Proud Equity member.

NATALIE DARADICH (Glinda as of March 10, 2010) was most recently seen as both Glinda and Nessarose in the Los Angeles and San Francisco companies of the production. Her other credits include Les Misérables in Concert at The Hollywood Bowl, My Fair Lady, Anne of Green Gables, Little Shop of Horrors, and The King and I.

MARILYN CASKEY (Madame Morrible). Broadway: Electra in Gypsy, Madame Giry and Carlotta in Phantom of the Opera, The American Clock, The Utter Glory of Morrissey Hall. Canadian Sunset Boulevard. National tour: Man of La Mancha. Rainbow and Stars The Bernstein Revue (Bistro Award). Many regional productions including D.C.'s Arena: doing Shakespeare, Moliere, Chekov and musicals. Goodspeed, Pittsburgh CLO: Kiss Me, Kate; Camelot. Coconut Grove: Berlin to Broadway (Carbonell Award). Paper Mill: Rags. TV: "Law & Order."

TOM McGOWAN (The Wizard). Broadway: Chicago, Ivanov, La Bete (Tony nom., Drama Desk nom.). Off-Broadway: The Food Chain (Obie Award), Winter's Tale, Coriolanus. Television: Kenny, the station manager, on "Frasier;" Bernie on "Everybody Loves Raymond;" "Boston Legal;" "CSI;" "Brothers & Sisters;" "ER;" "Curb Your Enthusiasm." Film: The Birdcage, Heavyweights, Ghost World, Bad Santa, As Good as it Gets, Bean, Family Man, 12 and Holding, Mrs. Parker, Sleepless in Seattle. Regional: Williamstown, Old Globe, La Jolla, Geffen, Yale Rep. M.F.A., Yale School of Drama; B.F.A., Hofstra. Tom thanks his wife, Cathy, for holding down the fort, his son, Mark, for walking Elmo while Dad's away, and his daughter, Mary, for introducing him to Wicked, when she and her best friend, Sara, spent the entire summer of '04 playing Glinda and Elphaba in the backyard.

DAVID DE VRIES (Doctor Dillamond) was last seen in the Los Angeles production of Wicked as Doctor Dillamond; he also appeared in Beauty and the Beast as Lumiere on Broadway. Recent credits include Glengarry Glen Ross, Sleuth, The Underpants and The Heart is a Lonely Hunter at Atlanta's Alliance Theatre. Film and television credits include Leatherheads, Broken Bridges and Remember The Titans. Find David online at www.daviddevries.net. He is the proud father of his son Willem.

CHRIS PELUSO (Fiyero as of March 10, 2010) is an original company member of the first North American tour of Wicked. He's been seen on Broadway in Mamma Mia!, Lestat, and Assassins. Among his other credits are The Glorious Ones, Bonnie and Clyde and Ace

TED ELY (Boq) is so excited and grateful to be traveling with Wicked. Previous credits: Chicago company of Wicked (Boq), High School Musical (Ripper), Joseph…Dreamcoat (Gad/Butler) both at The MUNY, and Fiddler on the Roof at Kansas City Starlight. B.F.A. in Musical Theatre from The University of Michigan. Many thanks to CTG, Telsey and Co, Mom, Dad, Dan and the amazing Caroline Helton! Proud AEA member.

KRISTINE REESE (Nessarose) is thrilled to be joining this company after playing Nessarose on the first national tour of Wicked. Broadway: Les Misérables (revival). National tours: Wicked (Nessarose), Mamma Mia! (Sophie u/s). Regional highlights: Grease (Frenchy; MUNY); Annie (Star to Be; TOTS); Hello, Dolly! starring Michele Lee (KC Starlight). Has performed internationally as a vocal soloist with over a dozen symphony orchestras. CCM graduate. Thanks Telsey, DGRW, mom/dad. For B. www.kristinereese.com.

CARRIE MANOLAKOS (Standby for Elphaba). Broadway: Mamma Mia! (Sophie). National tours: Mamma Mia! (Sophie). Regional/NYC: The Last Five Years (Kathy), Tommy (Sally), LaChiusa's The Wild Party (Nadine). Readings/workshops: The Addams Family, Ever After, Factory Girls, Pamela's First Musical, The First Wives Club (Chris) and Children of Eden (Yonah). Graduate of CAP21—NYU Tisch. Thanks to mom, dad, family and friends for all your love and support! www.carriemanolakos.com.

MEREDITH AKINS (Ensemble). Broad­way: Mamma Mia! (original cast), Footloose. Other credits: Wicked (Chicago), Fame (European tour). NYC Actor's Fund productions: Chess, Hair, A Wonderful Life. Graduate of The University of Virginia. Thanks to teachers, friends, family and God.

ALICIA L. ALBRIGHT (Dance Captain, Swing). Credits: Wicked (Chicago), Asst. Dance Captain/Swing; All Shook Up tour, Asst. Dance Captain/Swing; Euro tour Jesus Christ Superstar, Dance captain; national tour Seven Brides… (Milly); Hawaiian tour A Chorus Line (Swing/Cassie); various regional shows and dance company credits.

KERRY BLANCHARD (Ensemble) is so happy to be a part of Wicked. Thanks to everyone at Wicked, Telsey and MSA. All my love to my wonderful family and amazing friends for their never ending support, love and laughter.

ANNE BRUMMEL (Ensemble, u/s Elphaba) is thrilled to be in the land of Oz! Credits include the Chicago Co. of Wicked. National tours of Cats (Grizabella) and Evita (Eva alternate). Thanks to CTG, Telsey & Co. and her amazing family! "MyHunny," you are my reason for everything. www.annebrummel.com.

JEREMY DUVALL (Dance Captain, Swing, u/s Chistery). Thrilled to be here in Oz after a great run with the Chicago company, Jeremy sends tremendous thanks to God, family and friends. Credits: Radio City, Music Theatre of Wichita, Tokyo Disney. Proud AEA member.

PETER C. ERMIDES (Swing, u/s The Wizard, Doctor Dillamond, Witch's Father, Ozian Official). Original Chicago company of Wicked. Broadway: The Who's Tommy (Tommy), King David (King David cover). Regional: Assassins (Zangara), A Chorus Line (Greg). He is a graduate of The Boston Conservatory of Music. Love to his family and friends for their support.

RYAN PATRICK FARRELL (Ensemble, u/s Chistery). A Michigan native. Began dancing at age 8. Ryan is thrilled to join Wicked on tour. Credits include: Wicked (Chicago), Radio City Christmas Spectacular, Cats national tour (Mistoffelees), Copacabana (Mill Mountain), Princess Cruises, Chase Brock Experience (Joyce Soho) and Boyz II Men. Love to Mom and Dad.

KC FREDERICKS (Chistery). Equity debut. Nat'l tour: Cats. Regional: La Cage aux Folles, West Side Story, Damn Yankees. Dance companies: RhetOracle Dance Company, Odyssey Dance Theatre. Film/TV: "The American Mall" (MTV), "Disney's High School Musical 3." Love and thanks to God, family and Telsey+Co.

JENN FURMAN (Ensemble, u/s Madame Morrible) is ecstatic to join the Wicked family. Some credits: Funny Girl (Fanny), The Who's Tommy (Acid Queen), Thoroughly Modern Millie (Miss Flannery). Thanks to Mom and Dad, family, friends, Craig Burns, Telsey + Co., God and husband, Johnathan.

Jacqui GRAZIANO (Swing, u/s Nessarose) joins the tour after just completing the Chicago run of Wicked. Prior, she created the role of "Frasquita" in La Jolla's world premiere of Carmen. Other credits: Sunset Boulevard, Beauty and the Beast and Cats. Infinite gratitude to God for All and mom. Peace and blessings! www.jacquig.com.

CHARLES HAGERTY (Ensemble, u/s Fiyero). Tours: Wicked (Chicago); Les Misérables, U.S. and Canada; Jesus Christ Superstar, Europe. Off-Broadway: The Fantasticks. London: My Beautiful Laundrette. Other: Have a Nice Life, NYMF. Regional: North Shore, Signature Theatre, New Theatre, Zach Scott, Olney. Education: Catholic University.

TODD HANEBRINK (Ensemble) was in the Broadway company of Wicked. Before his Broadway debut with Wicked, Todd toured for two years with Twyla Tharp's Movin' Out. Todd won Three Dove Awards with his Pop Christian group Raze in 2001.

ZACH HANNA (Ensemble, u/s Boq). Off-Broadway: Altar Boyz (Mark); National Tours: Altar Boyz (Mark), Copacabana (Tony); Regional: JCS (Annas), Convenience (Ethan), Baby (Danny), Tommy (Tommy). Zach is a graduate of the Boston Conservatory. Many thanks to the greatest parents and family on earth, friends, Telsey + CO, J. Buckley, and Callie. Deuce forever.

LAUREN LINVILLE (Ensemble) is "thrillified" to be in Munchkinland after first joining the worderful world of Wicked in Chicago. Other favorite shows: 42nd Street (Asian tour), Swing!, School Daze (NYMF). OCU graduate. This one's for you, Nannee! Proverbs 16:9.

MICHELLE LONDON (Ensemble, u/s Glinda, Nessarose), a California native, is thrilled to be back in Oz. Regional: Wicked in Chicago (Glinda u/s), Oklahoma! (Laurey), Irving Berlin's White Christmas (Rita). Graduate of AMDA in L.A. Thanks to KSR, Justin and her beyond amazing family!

NATHAN PECK (Ensemble). B'way: La Cage aux Folles (Nicole/Dance Capt.), The Boy from Oz, Taboo, Dance of the Vampires (Swing/Asst. Dance Capt.). Others: Wicked (Chicago), Footloose first national, West Side Story La Scala Milan, 42nd Street (WST). TV/film: "The Book of Daniel," GAP, Across the Universe. Thanks to my parents and friends!

CASEY QUINN (Ensemble) is excited to join the national tour after Wicked in Chicago! Thanks Grams and Mom for my training, also Dad, Cory, family and friends for your love. Thanks John, Alan, Joey and MSA. Dreams do come true!

DON RICHARD (Witch's Father, Ozian Official, u/s The Wizard, Doctor Dillamond). Broadway: Urinetown (Cladwell), Jane Eyre (Brocklehurst). Workshops: Vampire Lestat for Elton John, Most Wanted for La Jolla Playhouse. National tour: Sunset Boulevard, Wicked (first national and Chicago companies). Regional: Lisbon Traviata, Falsettoland and Phantom. Film: Soderberg's King of the Hill. Proudly Equity.

LIBBY SERVAIS (Ensemble, u/s Glinda) is honored to join the Wicked family. Baldwin-Wallace Music Conservatory '08. NYC/regional: Pride & Prejudice, Phantom of the Opera (Christine), Hair (Jeanie). Endless gratitude to Nicolosi + co., Telsey + co., Vicky, Cody, family, especially Emily, Momsie and Popsicle! xo.

DANIEL TORRES (Ensemble, u/s Fiyero, Witch's Father, Ozian Official). NYC: The Woman in White (original Broadway company), The Pirate Queen (original Broadway company/cast recording), Juan in Altar Boyz (New World Stages) and Young Scrooge in A Christmas Carol (Madison Square Garden). CCM grad and founding member of The Broadway Boys.

NICKY VENDITTI (Swing, u/s Chistery). Originally from Buffalo, N.Y. Nicky is thrilled about journeying to the land of Oz. Most recently performed in the Radio City Christmas Spectacular in NYC. Love and thanks to my amazing family, Craig at Telsey and Christopher at CTG.

ERIN WILSON (Ensemble, u/s Madame Morrible). Thrilled to tour with Wicked. New York: The Rockae. Regional: Grease (Cha-Cha) for Sacramento Music Circus and NCT, West Side Story (Velma) to name a few. B.F.A. from BYU. Thanks to Craig and Telsey + Co. For Mom and Dad! www.erinwilsononline.com.

LINDSAY WOOD (Swing) is ecstatic to be joining the Wicked family. Dre.dance company member. B.F.A. in Dance, FSU. Many thanks to everyone at MSA, Telsey and Wicked. Endless love and appreciation to my family and fiancé, Adam.

KEVIN SAMUAL YEE (Ensemble, u/s Boq). Broad­way: Mary Poppins (original Broadway company). Canada: Mamma Mia! (Pepper). Several independent films. Kevin is a singer/songwriter and a former member of Quincy Jones' boy band Youth Asylum (Qwest/WB). www.kevinyee.com.

Creative Team: Joe Mantello directs the tour organized by David Stone Productions. Stephen Schwartz and Winnie Holzman have been involved with casting and with any small adjustments that need to be made to the script and score as the new cast enters. The multimillion dollar Broadway set was recreated in a more streamlined form to make it tourable.

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