Bricks to Broadway: Building LEGO with the Cast of Wicked

The excitement surrounding the new LEGO Wicked sets is palpable, with fans and passersby alike expressing enthusiasm for the Broadway show immortalized in brick form. The author's experience of carrying the sets through New York City, from Grand Central to Times Square, was met with curiosity and delight from those eager to learn more about the new releases.

The author met with Natalia Vivino, the Elphaba standby on the second national tour, at the flagship LEGO Store on Fifth Avenue to build the new sets. The store employees set up a special building area with pink and green lighting to celebrate the occasion. Vivino shared her personal connection to the show, which began when she was twelve years old. Her sister Donna was cast in the first national tour, playing Elphaba full-time. Ten years later, Vivino was cast as the Elphaba standby in the second national tour, marking a significant turning point in her career.

This collaboration between LEGO and the cast of Wicked highlights the intersection of the beloved musical and the creative world of LEGO. The new sets offer fans a unique way to celebrate the show and its characters. If you're a fan of Wicked, consider picking up a LEGO display case to showcase your new sets.