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Unnaturally Green: One Girl's Journey Along A Yellow Brick Road Less Traveled (2011)

by Felicia Ricci(Favorite Author)

4.23 of 5 Votes: 2

ISBN

0615533337 (ISBN13: 9780615533339)

languge

English

genre

Memoir & Autobiography

publisher

Felicia\Ricci

review 1: If you know me in the real world, it should not surprise you that I was dying to read this book. I am just a little bit obsessed with Wicked. I’m pretty sure my sister sometimes wishes that my copy of the soundtrack would disappear, but, back on track, I was determined to read this. Unsurprisingly then, I was super excited when my parents gave me this for Christmas (they know me too well)!The first thing you need to know about this book is that Felicia’s writing is hilarious! She describes her journey into the world of Wicked with humor and raw honesty. It was an eye-opening experience reading about the strain of auditions, rehearsals, and back-to-back performances. I have always known that acting is much harder than what many people assume, but I am especially in awe ... moreof Broadway-esque performers after reading this.Unnaturally Green follows Felicia as she moves to San Francisco to serve as an understudy for the role of Elphaba (also known as the Wicked Witch of the West from Wizard of Oz lore). Shortly after beginning her work as an understudy, Felicia receives the opportunity to serve as the Elphaba stand-by (there is a difference between the two! You learn something new every day). It was absolutely fascinating to learn how she prepared for the role, what it was like serving as a stand-by (boring, mostly), and how even after a terrible first show (I was back-and-forth between feeling bad for her and cracking up) the producers will let you perform again. Felicia also gives readers a glimpse into her personal life as well. Her love life, family life, and personal successes and failures are all described with a brutal honesty that she is able to convey with a natural sense of humor.Overall, words cannot do justice to how much I enjoyed reading this book. I may have set out to read this simply for the chance to get a behind-the-scenes glimpse at one of my favorite musicals, but I found myself coming to admire this woman who I could relate to so much. Plus, if nothing else, you will have trouble keeping a straight face while reading this. I would highly recommend this book, especially to fans of Wicked, but really to everyone.
review 2: Felicia's book gives her readers a taste of what it's like playing the understudy of the lead in the musical Wicked. It's witty, clever, and incredibly real. I enjoyed the various anecdotes and stories, as well as hearing about the challenges and struggles Felicia went through. One of my favorite parts was when she shared every detail of what she was thinking during her first solo of the show; she shared not only the technical steps that were running through her brain, but also the random, funny thoughts that came to mind. Incredibly well-written and an inspiring story for anyone who enjoys theatre! less

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