Elphaba - Wikipedia
Elphaba Thropp (/ ˈɛlfəbə ˈθrɒp / ⓘ) is a fictional character created by Gregory Maguire as the protagonist of his 1995 novel Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West.
Elphaba Thropp | Wicked Wiki | Fandom
Elphaba Thropp, also known as the Wicked Witch of the West, is the main protagonist of Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West. She is a reimagining of the Wicked Witch of the …
Wicked For Good: Cynthia Erivo on why she loves playing Elphaba
Nov 9, 2025 · The actress on performing the new song, her proudest moment (No Good Deed), why she gave Elphaba freckles
Why Elphaba's Skin Is Green In Wicked - Screen Rant
Sep 9, 2024 · Elphaba Thropp's green skin is an important part of the Wicked story, with its origins explained in the novel and in the Broadway musical.
Why Is Wicked's Elphaba Green, and What Does Her Name Mean? - NBC
Nov 27, 2024 · What does the name Elphaba mean? And why is the Wicked Witch of the West green? Gregory Maguire says it was a way to honor Wizard of Oz writer L. Frank Baum.
Learn more about Elphaba, Cynthia Erivo's Wicked character | Out.com
Nov 15, 2024 · From the original Wicked Witch of the West in The Wizard of Oz to the newest version of Elphaba played by Cynthia Erivo, here's everything you need to know about the main character in …
Cynthia Erivo explains why she won't play Elphaba anymore
Jan 4, 2026 · Cynthia Erivo has shared why she does not plan to reprise her role as Elphaba on Broadway following Wicked: For Good.During a recent appearance on The View, the 38-year-old …
18 Facts About Elphaba (Wicked: The Untold Story Of The Witches Of …
Aug 25, 2023 · In this article, we will uncover 18 fascinating facts about Elphaba, exploring her unique personality, relationships, and impact on popular culture. From her green skin to her powerful …
Elphaba in Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of ... - Shmoop
And yet, Elphaba is the Wicked Witch of the West – or at least there is enough of Elphaba in the Witch to make her identifiable as such. So how does Elphaba, the political activist who desperately wants …
Cynthia Erivo Reveals If She Would Ever Play Elphaba in
Jan 4, 2026 · ‘Wicked: For Good’ star Cynthia Erivo revealed whether she would ever dust off Elphaba’s enchanted broom, pointy hat and viral cardigan to reprise her role for the Broadway stage production ...