Makeup Kit of Artist Craig Jessup Backstage of Wicked - Photograph
The young witch’s differently-colored skin is a powerful metaphor throughout Wicked: What initially appears bizarre eventually becomes beautiful, both for the characters on stage – and for the audience. We went backstage to observe actress Jackie Burns’ transformation into Elphaba, under the supremely talented hands of the lead Wicked makeup artist Craig Jessup – and what we discovered may surprise you.