Geraldine Turner joins Wicked cast

Co-Producer John Frost announced today that Australian star of stage and screen, Geraldine Turner, will make a starring guest appearance as Madame Morrible in the hit musical Wicked, currently on stage in Brisbane at the Lyric Theatre QPAC.

Co-Producer John Frost announced today that Australian star of stage and screen, Geraldine Turner, will make a starring guest appearance as Madame Morrible in the hit musical Wicked, currently on stage in Brisbane at the Lyric Theatre QPAC.

The inimitable Maggie Kirkpatrick who has been stalking the boards as Madame Morrible since the show began in Melbourne in 2008 is taking personal leave. 

“The role of Madame Morrible in Wicked is pivotal to the plot and certainly Maggie has stamped her incredible stage presence on the role,” Frost said.

“There are few actors in the country who could pull it off.  We are, therefore, absolutely delighted that someone of Geraldine’s stature is available and willing to throw herself into the role for a short period.”

Turner is playing the role from this week. 

Born in Brisbane, Turner has firmly established herself as a public favourite and a consummate performer in almost every aspect of the entertainment industry; an attribute which helped earn her the Order of Australia medal in the 1988 Bicentennial Honours list. When it comes to musicals, movies, television, cabaret and recording, Geraldine has few peers. 

Turner said she was thrilled to take on the role. 

“Wicked has become the standout musical event of the decade, and to be given the opportunity to star in it, in my home town of Brisbane, is hugely exciting.”