Following the success of Wicked‘s acclaimed film, the original story is receiving a new comic adaptation to re-imagine Elphaba’s journey in a captivating way. A graphic novel has been released that takes the tale the movie is based on and portrays its events in a stunning new format that any fan of Wicked should check out.
Wicked: The Graphic Novel Part I: An Enchanting Graphic Novelization of the Inspiration for the Major Motion Picture takes Gregory Maguire’s unforgettable narrative and gives it a visual spin in graphic novel format, as adapted and illustrated by Scott Hampton. The story remains consistent with the 1995 novel, redefining beloved characters such as Elphaba and Glinda with eye-catching art, as seen on the gorgeous cover.
Wicked is currently more popular than it’s ever been before, and fans who want to see more of Elphaba won’t want to miss this breathtaking adaptation ahead of Wicked: For Good‘s release next year.
The Original Wicked Story Receives a Stunning Graphic Novel Adaptation
Gregory Maguire’s Enchanting Tale Has Been Beautifully Re-Imagined
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Wicked
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Gregory Maguire, Stephen Schwartz, Winnie Holzman
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Elphaba, Glinda, Fiyero, The Wizard, Madame Morrible, Nessarose, Boq
Summary
The Wicked franchise is based on the 1995 novel Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West by Gregory Maguire. It explores the untold story of Elphaba, the misunderstood green-skinned girl who would later become known as the Wicked Witch of the West, and her complicated friendship with Glinda, the Good Witch. The franchise began as a highly successful Broadway musical and has since expanded into global stage productions, a forthcoming two-part film adaptation, and various other media.
