I love that she rocked it up. Rehearsals and performing it for the show have undoubtedly trained a lot of the rock out of it for her, which is a bummer, because this was an awesome performance. I get why they do it (big long-run shows are risk averse, they make their money on tourists coming to hear someone sing it basically like Idina did), but sometimes I wish there was a little more license to treat new casts like revivals instead of trying to keep it continuous.
lekoman Each of the replacements for this show have much more creative freedom than a lot of other shows out there. Plus they also have to stay true to the character. Not every character will mix correctly with a riff.
She has a really unique voice. Quite different from some other Elphies. It has a lower tone which i like. I think she will be able to characterize Elphaba's quirks quite nicely. Congrats to her for landing such an iconic role. I think she will do us die hard Wicked fans and the role justice.
Saw her on sunday. She has an amazing energy on stage. Before the show I thought she didn't really look the part but I must admit: She absolutely nailed it. She has this wicked, dorky vibe that fits Elphaba so well... .
When I first heard she was going to play Elphaba, I wasn't that happy to hear but after listening to this. I am really excited, it almost sounded as if she disappeared into the role for a second during the song. I am sure her and Katie Rose will make a great pair.
Take a lesson, kids! You, too, can be singing a random Broadway tune in a bar with your friends and have it lead to you playing that actual part on Broadway a year later!
The Wicked cast lists page on wiki says she's replacing Jackie on September 25... and that Tiffany Haas is replacing Chandra on the same page... is this confirmed anywhere else?
The Next Elphaba its here i always knew it!!!!!! You will be beyond Amazing!!!!!!!!!!!!!! A Strong Powerfull Elphaba!!! Most likely you will become The Best Elphie if you work as you should hehe, Good News Fellows of OZ!!!!
I like Willemijn voice better. But someone has to take over. Though I´m very sad that Willemijn will not stay longer. I probably would feel better if I knew what Willemijn next project will be, but until know she didn´t said. I wonder how Lindsay feels taking over from Willemijn, who most people think is the best Elphie.
Don't hate on me but for some reason I don't like her voice and the faces she makes while singing :/ I've tried to listen to her versions of almost every song but naaa not for me.
not a hater sweety, just expressing my confussion 'bout why can't I like her when almost everybody else does. And bout what I already said, you are actually showing that you CARE by commenting too
I feel like people don't understand how ridiculously amazing this performance is...
This is before she joined wicked isn't it? You can tell how Lindsay improved from here to her last performance. She is just incredible!
I still can't believe the power this woman has with her voice...
Absolutely adore her "Feeling things I've never felt"
Still mind blown that she sang this at the time when she never even considered playing Elphaba…. Life is crazy
The irony of this video is all too funny.
Oh my goodness! You're the first person to ever correctly translate that horrible Alanis song!
horrible? wtf is wrong with you?
Pretty funny
I saw her as Elphaba on december and now I'm in love with her. She's FREAKING AWESOME! One of my favorites!
I love that she rocked it up. Rehearsals and performing it for the show have undoubtedly trained a lot of the rock out of it for her, which is a bummer, because this was an awesome performance. I get why they do it (big long-run shows are risk averse, they make their money on tourists coming to hear someone sing it basically like Idina did), but sometimes I wish there was a little more license to treat new casts like revivals instead of trying to keep it continuous.
lekoman Each of the replacements for this show have much more creative freedom than a lot of other shows out there. Plus they also have to stay true to the character. Not every character will mix correctly with a riff.
Fave elphie!!!!!! I love Lindsay Mendez.
When Godspell closes, hopefully Stephen Schwartz knows where to move her!!
You get a cookie for this prediction.
It would be a honor to watch Lindsay live! I seriously hope she gets casted as Broadway's next Elphaba!!
Well this wasn't an audition, but if I was thinking of a new Elphaba and saw this I'd say 'bingo'!
And a year later she was cast in the 10-year anniversary Broadway cast as Elphaba.
Pause at random parts of this video i love her facial expressions
Hahah! The way her tongue moves at the end. So awesome, she's the best.
She has a really unique voice. Quite different from some other Elphies. It has a lower tone which i like. I think she will be able to characterize Elphaba's quirks quite nicely. Congrats to her for landing such an iconic role. I think she will do us die hard Wicked fans and the role justice.
Such an stellar performance! I’ve re-watched so many times!
Saw her on sunday. She has an amazing energy on stage. Before the show I thought she didn't really look the part but I must admit: She absolutely nailed it. She has this wicked, dorky vibe that fits Elphaba so well... .
holy crap that was so amazing. and this is before wicked! oh I fricken love her.
WHY CAN'T I GIVE MORE LIKES FOR THIS ONE, SHE'S AMAZING!!!!!!!
I just waited on her in my restaurant, and she confirmed it :)
The control she has is insane
She slayzs every time i love her and thise key changes, praise! Magical.
Saw WICKED last week in NYC. Lindsay was AWESOME!! LOVE HER!!!
extraordinary voice
Her ending is very refreshing and so good!
When I first heard she was going to play Elphaba, I wasn't that happy to hear but after listening to this. I am really excited, it almost sounded as if she disappeared into the role for a second during the song. I am sure her and Katie Rose will make a great pair.
I LOVE her!! Just saw her in Wicked on Saturday and I was blown away...such amazing talent!!
She's UNBELIEVABLE! Can't wait to see her in the role!
Amazeballs!!!!
Take a lesson, kids! You, too, can be singing a random Broadway tune in a bar with your friends and have it lead to you playing that actual part on Broadway a year later!
Incredible, absolutely stunning.
Goosbumps. I met Lindsay and she is amazing! I would definitely go see Wicked again If she were Elphaba!
My face melted...
Definetely a prophecym hahaha! Loved it!
I saw her as Elphaba this past Sunday, she was absolutely amazing and did a wonderful job with the role!
Girl work it!!!! You got this!!! You one step to become one of the best Elphie!!!!
THAT WAS AWESOME!!!
flawless
This performance is so Dick, i love it sooo much. Lindsay is amazing 🙌🏼
She's going to be playing Elphaba on Broadway starting May 28th!!
I love the “giving thanks” moment at 3:48.
This was AMAZING
Holy cow that last note!!!
wow, awesome voice
She killed it!!!
I love that she's not trying to imitate Idina, and puts her own spin on Elpaba. Her voice is so unique and beautiful.
Slay.
The Wicked cast lists page on wiki says she's replacing Jackie on September 25... and that Tiffany Haas is replacing Chandra on the same page... is this confirmed anywhere else?
HELL YES
so much saaasssss
She is very good!!
Maybe for the movie version Elphba?
Love her. :)
Lindsay!!!!!!
holy shit holy shit holy shit you are AMAZING!!!!
Is she going on the tour? if so is she going to Kansas City Missouri where I'm planning to go?
Broadway.com just tweeted that she's the new Broadway Elphaba!!
She's the new ELPHABA starting May 28th! :D
She is so deserving of now playing Elphaba on Broadway!
Is this true?! I'm SO excited if it is.
2:41-2:51 is really interesting in a great way!
"Feeling things I've never felt!!!"
Is this higher then the original?
this was posted 3 days ago so.... CONGRATS!!!!! how was it?
The last riff, her tongue shakes cos she's belting that hard :o
CAN'T WAIT TO HEAR HER SING DEFYING GRAVITY!
She reminds me of a mix of Shoshana and Julia. She is AMAZING.
OMG! I just noticed that!😀😂
I'm so happy that Jackie isn't leaving yet
She's doing the Broadway production :]
Oh, this was an audition.🤣
Tonguebrato never saw that before haha! This was Stellar though!
It was just announced she is going to be Elphaba! *fan girling*
Follow my favorite Jackie Burns Passion and Indina the first Elphie
Holy shit she needs to be Elphaba
Top 5 Favorite "Elphie's": 1) Idina Menzel 2) Julia Murney 3) Lindsay Mendez 4) Stephanie J Block 5) Shoshana Bean
The Next Elphaba its here i always knew it!!!!!! You will be beyond Amazing!!!!!!!!!!!!!! A Strong Powerfull Elphaba!!! Most likely you will become The Best Elphie if you work as you should hehe, Good News Fellows of OZ!!!!
This irony is halarious
she reminds me of Shoshana and Mandy
she has never even auditioned for Elphaba. and anyway, she's going to be starring in a brand new musical, "Dogfight."
That was a fast version of the original!!!!
I can only imagine what Lindsay will bring to Elphaba....
I like Willemijn voice better. But someone has to take over. Though I´m very sad that Willemijn will not stay longer. I probably would feel better if I knew what Willemijn next project will be, but until know she didn´t said. I wonder how Lindsay feels taking over from Willemijn, who most people think is the best Elphie.
She reminds me of Shoshana
Bummed I can only click Like once
He does have an input in the decision, but Joe Mantello is almost a scout for elphaba's aha :)
Well, that is exactly what is happening haha
Lindsay 4 Elphaba!!!!!!
Nice she is legit
I wish the instrumentals weren’t so rushed
it was meant to be for this arrangement it's so fun
She is amazing in wicked. Her defying gravity is amazing
He doesn't decide casting for the show.
I can barley hear her tho love tho
But...she's not
It's not true
Umm... you're absolutely wrong. Period.
I hope to see Willemijn Verkaik at last as Elphaba...
Lindsay isn't this level I think.
Good but Stephanie J Block does it better
Proud to announce that after watching this video, I am now a feminist.
Don't hate on me but for some reason I don't like her voice and the faces she makes while singing :/ I've tried to listen to her versions of almost every song but naaa not for me.
ok nobody cares
Halsey Robert then why are you answering to me?
hazel ventura if you don't enjoy it why bother leaving a comment? HATER BACK OFF
not a hater sweety, just expressing my confussion 'bout why can't I like her when almost everybody else does.
And bout what I already said, you are actually showing that you CARE by commenting too
hazel ventura it's like my mom always says "if you can't then you didn't so stop being a hater"