Exciting news! I have moved blogs. I am in the process of slowly moving all the posts over. Please join me at MomOffTrack.com.
*Republishing since it is feels timely*
I have waited for years for the chance to see Wicked, so H1 (yes, it is running through our house) be damned, I was NOT going to flake out on tickets that we got 6 months ago to go see it! If you have not seen or heard of Wicked, it is a Broadway musical based on the book written in 1995 by Gregory Maguire that tells the untold story of the witches of OZ!
While the musical is funny and fabulous it is also very thought provoking, to me in any case. As the story of Elphaba unfolded I kept thinking about how many times I have played the part of the Wicked Witch. I thought of all the Wicked Witches that played central parts in my stories through the years, perhaps not even knowing about their character. And as a society, how many times a person is spun into that role without any of us taking much time to examine the back story. It seems we are so quick to point fingers and cast blame without scratching the surface to see how others may be viewing the same story.
While I really, really enjoyed the play and encourage all of you to see it I have to say that the Wicked Witches perspective was a golden gift I took away from it. I am going to try my hardest to try to see her perspective the next time someone shows up auditioning for that part in one of my stories. I can try for just one second to see the role I may be playing in her story. And if I can’t change the perspective at least I can exit stage left and know that it was not really a part I auditioned for. And, if worse, comes to worse and I have to play the role of the Wicked Witch I will realize that sometimes you can’t change everyone’s perspective, and I will aim, at that point, for a standing ovation, because sometimes there is no other choice than to play the part you are cast the best you can!
*and sadly, in this age of FTC regs, I feel compelled to disclose that I was IN NO WAY compensated for discussing Wicked on my blog*
to my little corner of the blogosphere. I am Barb, an ex-public school teacher turned blogger and forum owner. Read all about our family antics as we muddle through the chaos that occurs daily when you mix a work-at-home-mom with an unschooled, wheeling, tween and a teen in Catholic school. Not to mention my very traditional high school sweetheart turned husband of 17 years. Hey, at least I am giving my kids something to talk about in therapy when they get older...
I saw Wicked in London – it was really good but very loud.
Visiting from SITS. Have a nice day.
http://www.tuesdaysattonyas.blogspot.com
Hi there. Saw your comment on the SITS featured blogger today and popped over for a visit.
Fruitfulvine2´s last blog ..Bible In One Year #242
I have always wanted to see it, but no such luck so far!
MamaOtwins+1´s last blog ..scared of little ol’ me???
I hope that I can see this here at home I need another outlook
Visiting from SITS. WOW, love your header. That is wonderfully done! I have the Wicked book, still need to finish it, but I’ve heard to musical is wonderful!
Shannon
Shannon´s last blog ..Sunday Stealing
I started the book too and just could not get through it. The musical is much better!
I love watching plays! I just watched Beauty & the Beast with my 5 yo and loved it. I just want to say that we all play a role in life and no one else can act it for us but us. You do yours so well. I admire you for all the fabulous work you do!
I loved, loved, loved “Wicked!” It is one of my favorite musicals.
Stopping by from SITS!
You are a fabulous writer, Barb. I love your sentiments, but your ability to articulate them is fabulous. I had such a similar takeaway from the book/play! We’ll have to chat live about this.
xoxoxo
Jyl (Mom It Forward)´s last blog ..Giveaway! Enter to Win More Than $300 in Fashionable Gifts From Ann Taylor!
You have me intrigued, hope I get to see it soon!
My recent post Wordless Wednesday