Brittney Johnson Becomes First Black Glinda On Broadway!

Brittney Johnson is officially the first black Glinda on Broadway!

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She made her debut on Monday, February 14!

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It should be noted that this is not the first time she’s played Glinda on stage.

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She has served as Glinda’s understudy since 2018.§

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In 2019, she finally got a chance to take the stage and shine.

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That performance marked the first time a woman of color ever took on the role.

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Brittney has now become the first full-time Glinda on Broadway.

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She said that she always wanted to be in Wicked ever since she graduated.

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Brittney said that she wants to be an inspiration to others.

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