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There tend to be differences between the written and the filmed/staged versions of a story. Sometimes the difference may be due to artistic license, in which creators put in their distinct, individual interpretations and marks. At other times, the difference may be due to the limitations of the form of expression. For example, it's easier in the book form of 'Wicked' to have Nessarose born without arms. A film actress may carry off an armless part, through savvy shooting of scenes or through uncomfortable binding or costuming. But it's much more difficult for a stage actress to sustain such an armless part. A film actress knows that the uncomfortable role will be broken down into many, small filmed segments. In contrast, the stage actress must sustain an already physically and vocally taxing role with courage and persistence throughout each and every time on stage for the duration of the entire performance.

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What was the wicked witch of the wests name outside the movie?

Nessarose


Is Nessarose in a wheelchair?

Yes, Nessarose is in a wheelchair, in both the book and the stage versions of 'Wicked'. That's why her sister, Elphaba, wants her to have the Ruby Slippers. The slippers enable Nessarose to walk.


What was the wicked witch's name in Wicked?

In Wicked there are really not any wicked witches, just misunderstood girls with magical powers. Elphaba is a college student who was born green and was loved by no one. Because of this, she was considered misunderstood. Being misunderstood and unloved gave her a bitter feeling and she became the Wicked Witch of the West. The Wicked Witch of the East is Elphaba's younger sister who was once paralyzed. Her name is Nessarose. She becomes wicked in an act of selfishness in trying to save her boyfriend from death. None of the typical witches are wicked. The wicked witch of the west is Elphaba is just missunderstood and that's what the whole musical is about. Then there is Nessarose who is Elphaba's sister but she is seen as the wicked witch of the east because she made a selfish descision to keep her love. Then of course there is Glinda, who isn't really Wicked but very selfish sometimes and a little bit self-centered.


How old is Nessarose?

Role listings for 'Wicked' auditions give Nessarose's age as 20 to 30. She's younger than Elphaba, whose age is given as 20 to 35. In the book, Nessarose is born 3 years after Elphaba. Elphaba is around 17 when she attends Shiz University.


Who played Melena when Idina Menzel and Kristen Chenoweth performed in 'Wicked'?

Cristy Candler played Melena when Idina Menzel and Kristen Chenoweth performed in "Wicked."Specifically, Idina Menzel and Kristen Chenoweth respectively interpreted the roles of Elphaba and Glinda in the original Broadway performance of the award-winning musical. Cristy's role was that of mother to Elphaba and Nessarose Thropp. She subsequently participated in other performances, but in the role as Melena's daughter Nessarose.

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Which witch attends Shiz University in 'Wicked'?

Elphaba, Glinda and Nessarose are witches who attend Shiz University in the musical "Wicked."Specifically, Elphaba and Nessarose are the Thropp sisters from Munchkinland. They become known respectively as the Wicked Witches of the West and of the East. Glinda is from the Quadling Country. She becomes known as Glinda the Good.


Who does Marcie Dodd play in Wicked?

Elphaba and nessarose


What was the wicked witch of the wests name outside the movie?

Nessarose


Is Nessarose in a wheelchair?

Yes, Nessarose is in a wheelchair, in both the book and the stage versions of 'Wicked'. That's why her sister, Elphaba, wants her to have the Ruby Slippers. The slippers enable Nessarose to walk.


What was the name of the witches?

the wicked witch of the east's name is Nessarose and the wicked witch of the west's name is Elphaba


Will there be a film about the Wicked Witch of the East?

There well may be a film about the Wicked Witch of the East if the success of the musical 'Wicked' continues. Within the next couple of years, there may be a film version of the popular musical based on the popular book of the same title. Any film version will concentrate on the interaction between Elphaba, the Wicked Witch of the West; and on Glinda the Good. But just as in the play and the book, there's room for Nessarose, the Wicked Witch of the East.


Was it Nessarose or Elphaba Thropp the house fell on?

It was definatly Nessarose Thropp (The Wicked Witch of the East) that the house fell on. Elphaba melted... :) Hope this helps


What was the wicked witch's name in Wicked?

In Wicked there are really not any wicked witches, just misunderstood girls with magical powers. Elphaba is a college student who was born green and was loved by no one. Because of this, she was considered misunderstood. Being misunderstood and unloved gave her a bitter feeling and she became the Wicked Witch of the West. The Wicked Witch of the East is Elphaba's younger sister who was once paralyzed. Her name is Nessarose. She becomes wicked in an act of selfishness in trying to save her boyfriend from death. None of the typical witches are wicked. The wicked witch of the west is Elphaba is just missunderstood and that's what the whole musical is about. Then there is Nessarose who is Elphaba's sister but she is seen as the wicked witch of the east because she made a selfish descision to keep her love. Then of course there is Glinda, who isn't really Wicked but very selfish sometimes and a little bit self-centered.


How old is Nessarose?

Role listings for 'Wicked' auditions give Nessarose's age as 20 to 30. She's younger than Elphaba, whose age is given as 20 to 35. In the book, Nessarose is born 3 years after Elphaba. Elphaba is around 17 when she attends Shiz University.


Who played Melena when Idina Menzel and Kristen Chenoweth performed in 'Wicked'?

Cristy Candler played Melena when Idina Menzel and Kristen Chenoweth performed in "Wicked."Specifically, Idina Menzel and Kristen Chenoweth respectively interpreted the roles of Elphaba and Glinda in the original Broadway performance of the award-winning musical. Cristy's role was that of mother to Elphaba and Nessarose Thropp. She subsequently participated in other performances, but in the role as Melena's daughter Nessarose.


Are Glinda and Elphaba from Wicked half-sisters?

No, Glinda and Elphaba are only friends. Elphaba and Nessarose are sisters.


Witches starting with the letter N?

Nessarose is a witch in Gregory Maguire's novel "Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West". Her name begins with the letter N.