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So are people born wicked? Or do they have wickedness thrust upon them?

#LetsChat about the intersection of art and activism—and why it matters more than ever.

In a time when activism takes so many forms, Elphaba reminds us that fighting for change—no matter how messy or misunderstood—is worth it.

Art like this doesn’t just entertain; it reflects our world back at us and asks us to do better.

Wicked has always been more than a musical. It’s a form of social commentary. It challenges us to see beyond stereotypes, question systems of power, and understand the stories of those society deems “other.”

Her story feels more relevant than ever, a reminder of the power of art to spark conversations about justice, acceptance, and standing up for what’s right.

After seeing the early release of the Wicked movie, I can’t stop thinking about Elphaba. She’s not just the “Wicked Witch” we thought we knew—she’s a symbol of resistance, an activist who refuses to conform to a world that villainizes her for being different.