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One of last year’s biggest cinematic triumphs, Wicked, captured imaginations with its jaw-dropping visuals and unforgettable story.
While many eagerly await Wicked: For Good (set to release on November 21st 2025) we spoke to Liz Taylor, CEO of Taylor Lynn Corporation (TLC) for her expertise on creating a party so fabulous even the Good Witch would be enchanted.
Casting the First Spell
Setting the tone with a WOW-worthy entrance is non-negotiable. From an animated witch to a wall that revealed the Yellow Brick Road at midnight, TLC has created show-stopping moments worthy of Broadway. But you don’t need a Diana Ross performance to dazzle
your guests.
Start with a magical entrance, a Yellow Brick Road leading to the Emerald City. Add a surprise live performance of Dancing Through Life during the welcome drinks.
At the very least, a photo opportunity with a stunning tulip filled Munchkinland backdrop ensures guests feel like they’ve stepped straight into the world of Wicked. Or maybe set the stage Wiz-o-mania style with rainbows and costumes so that guests can become the stars of their own show.
Wild and Wicked Décor
When planning a Wicked-themed party, bold, iconic décor is your secret weapon. Think mystical emerald underworld meets Broadway glam. Green is the obvious choice, paired with black for drama and pastel-pink for Good Witch sparkle.
Set the scene with green fairy lights, glittery table runners, and faux emerald gemstones. Elevate the theme with hanging witches’ hats, Glinda’s bejewelled slipper collection, magic bubble wands, or Cowardly lion cubs. Consider dramatic touches like tangled, glitter-sprayed branches to evoke the eerie, enchanted forest. For something softer, create a Good Witch’s gorgeously glam dorm room with vintage luggage and stunning blooms.
Lighting is your ultimate ally. Alternate between bright green uplighters for the dark and dramatic, on one wall and then on the opposite go for soft, golden lighting for Glinda’s magical world. The contrast creates a feast for the eyes and a lasting impression.
Spellbinding Catering
Food is your chance to tie the theme together and impress your guests. The trick? Get creative with presentation.
Design contrasting tasting tables: one for Elphaba, one for Glinda. Think green and black for Elphaba - cupcakes with green frosting, shimmering cocktails like Elphaba’s Elixir with dry ice topped with a witch’s hat, and dark, decadent canapés.
For Glinda, go pink and glitzy - beautiful dishes adorned with edible flowers, a princess cake dripping in sparkle, a tower of pastel macarons and Glinda’s tonic, a prosecco bar with glittering cocktails. The goal? Dishes that look almost too magical to eat.
The Last Act
Every great party leaves a lasting impression and favours are your chance to send guests home with a little bit of magic. Miniature spell books, emerald-green candles, tiny potion bottles filled with bath salts or candies. These small touches will keep Wicked alive long after the party ends. Maybe even until Wicked: For Good reaches our screens.
Now you’ve got the recipe for a party that’s pure magic. It’s time to channel your inner Elphaba, trust your instincts, and take the leap. After all, as the witch herself would say, “Everyone deserves the chance to fly!”