Shoshana is SOOOO committed to EVERY single role that she has every played on Broadway. She is one of the most amazing people on Broadway. I absolutely ADORE and LOVE her....
I don’t understand why she does not get more credit for this roll. I loved it so much the first time I saw it because of her, we saw it again the next time we visited NYC. When we put on the soundtrack, I legit could not even listen to it, I refused 😂😂😂 it wasn’t the same. My mom found a bootleg for me 😂😂 I got to meet her once when I was 10. She was the absolute sweetest and most adorable thing ever. She adds so much character to this role I feel others just don’t.
It’s hard to say that a new person is better than the original. We all have a soft spot for Idina and Kristin and all the magic, heart and soul they brought to this show. Shoshana really had time to find new things about Elphie. And that has helped the character grow for new audiences. It’s so beautiful. Like LaChanze in the Color Purple. And how Cynthia Erivo really took it to another level.
I saw the show with Shoshana Bean and Megan Hilty and thought they were both phenomenal. I'm sure the original cast was wonderful, but I truly can't imagine anyone being better than than these two!
She really sat in this role so beautifully. She committed 100% of herself into this role. Even when she was sick, she gave it her all. That Martha Stewart performance of No Good Deed?! WHEW! Thank you God for Shoshana Bean
You can hear so much of the difference in how she sings this in character on Broadway vs her concert performances. On Broadway she was restricted to the deep mezzo notes in the score vs in concert her true Soprano voice is really showcased.
I feel The movie producers really looked back at many Elphabas but in my view Shoshanas Elphaba really is who they are centering the movie to be. Shoshana had just about zero credibility with the General public prior to Wicked in 2004. Her general credits pre wicked were being a backup singer for a pop singer, being an understudy in 1 Broadway show, and playing herself in an off Broadway production of a low budget musical. This isn’t exactly the choice producers should make when choosing who to replace the Tony Award winning actress (who was selling out houses just to see her Tony winning performance) and still make sure the show doesn’t tank.. She was a financial risk PERIOD but .This is why Cynthia Erivo being casted as Elphaba says a few things about Wicked: Shoshana Bean was the trailblazer in securing the way they should cast the movie. Let’s go back: Shoshana was under 5 ft 3” which was the standard height for Elphaba. Shoshana was not tall and skinny like Stephanie, Idina, Eden and most of the Broadway Elphabas . Shoshana was a solid Soprano not a Belty Mezzo or Alto. What Shoshana did have is guts. This was a monstrous role and she embraced it all. Sold out houses continued to soar under her reign and the general public really wanted to see who this amazing talent was. That is precisely the kind of Elphaba who you’d want in the movie. They want someone that can sing and act their face off but still have guts enough to tackle this monster of a role that will either be career suicide or instant success. Cynthia has industry credibility but she will definitely face her own challenges. I’m thrilled to remember that this performance is in my opinion the inspiration for the movie’s Elphaba .
That final vibrato push that cuts through the THUNDEROUS applause...I cannot. She is so good.
Shoshana is SOOOO committed to EVERY single role that she has every played on Broadway. She is one of the most amazing people on Broadway. I absolutely ADORE and LOVE her....
The only other role I’ve seen her as is Jenna in waitress and she was incredible
I don’t understand why she does not get more credit for this roll. I loved it so much the first time I saw it because of her, we saw it again the next time we visited NYC. When we put on the soundtrack, I legit could not even listen to it, I refused 😂😂😂 it wasn’t the same. My mom found a bootleg for me 😂😂 I got to meet her once when I was 10. She was the absolute sweetest and most adorable thing ever. She adds so much character to this role I feel others just don’t.
right? like jessica is usually credited for being the best elphaba but imo she comes after shoshana. not even cynthia can top sho.
It’s hard to say that a new person is better than the original. We all have a soft spot for Idina and Kristin and all the magic, heart and soul they brought to this show. Shoshana really had time to find new things about Elphie. And that has helped the character grow for new audiences. It’s so beautiful.
Like LaChanze in the Color Purple. And how Cynthia Erivo really took it to another level.
i LOVE the nasally little voice and laugh she does with “melt” 🥺 ive never seen anyone do that besides her
I saw the show with Shoshana Bean and Megan Hilty and thought they were both phenomenal. I'm sure the original cast was wonderful, but I truly can't imagine anyone being better than than these two!
Am jealous of you!
literally because this duo was and will always be the best
So did I!!! I fell in love with wicked because of Sho.
She’s just so damn good. I live for the edge in her voice. It’s so different!
God, this woman is remarkable. I’ve followed and praised sho for the past 15 years
She really sat in this role so beautifully. She committed 100% of herself into this role. Even when she was sick, she gave it her all. That Martha Stewart performance of No Good Deed?! WHEW! Thank you God for Shoshana Bean
I have watched that performance on Martha Stewart's show many times. It is amazing! I heard she was sick that day!
I love how clear cut she makes the ,”With me” leading into that long note. I’ve always admired that about her
I hear it, the “With me...!” Part.
You can hear so much of the difference in how she sings this in character on Broadway vs her concert performances. On Broadway she was restricted to the deep mezzo notes in the score vs in concert her true Soprano voice is really showcased.
I wish she had a cast recording for this show... I love Idina but Shoshana is an incredible Elphaba.
Love it! I wish I was able to see Soshana as Elphaba in Gershwin theatre. Oh well...
this made me cry lol. she is so talented
Omg her little head nod at the end on the last beat🥺
ok i love her riffs BUT i can not stop listening to that little “ *melt* “ omg 🥺😂
I love that too 💚💚
O.M.G. This woman is phenomenal. Idina was my elphaba because i saw wicked with the origional cast, but Oh my GAWD!! Sang it Sho!!!
I love her last note she is Queen
I've seen Wicked 5 times in different cities and by far the best pairing I've seen was Shoshana Bean and Megan Hilty in Toronto.
Thank you for posting this. She is AMAZING!!!
I feel The movie producers really looked back at many Elphabas but in my view Shoshanas Elphaba really is who they are centering the movie to be. Shoshana had just about zero credibility with the General public prior to Wicked in 2004. Her general credits pre wicked were being a backup singer for a pop singer, being an understudy in 1 Broadway show, and playing herself in an off Broadway production of a low budget musical. This isn’t exactly the choice producers should make when choosing who to replace the Tony Award winning actress (who was selling out houses just to see her Tony winning performance) and still make sure the show doesn’t tank.. She was a financial risk PERIOD but .This is why Cynthia Erivo being casted as Elphaba says a few things about Wicked: Shoshana Bean was the trailblazer in securing the way they should cast the movie. Let’s go back: Shoshana was under 5 ft 3” which was the standard height for Elphaba. Shoshana was not tall and skinny like Stephanie, Idina, Eden and most of the Broadway Elphabas . Shoshana was a solid Soprano not a Belty Mezzo or Alto. What Shoshana did have is guts. This was a monstrous role and she embraced it all. Sold out houses continued to soar under her reign and the general public really wanted to see who this amazing talent was. That is precisely the kind of Elphaba who you’d want in the movie. They want someone that can sing and act their face off but still have guts enough to tackle this monster of a role that will either be career suicide or instant success. Cynthia has industry credibility but she will definitely face her own challenges. I’m thrilled to remember that this performance is in my opinion the inspiration for the movie’s Elphaba .
I’d love to see her play Jane Seymour in Six honestly
Elphie’s got swagger
Chills!
the carrie bradshaw "melt" 👌
Back when the show was still pretty new and fresh
Hii do you have The full show? If you want we can trade, she is my favorite elphaba of all times! Please
Witch slime tutorial (shoshanas last)
What is the date of her last Wicked Broadway show?
La Simo99 January 8, 2006
@@M4D4H3 Thanks! :3
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I can tell the pit orchestra could not stand her
Why exactly?
What leads you to believe the pit orchestra couldn't stand her?