‘Defying Gravity’! Wicked Line Dance Moves Unleashed!

Introduction

Get ready to groove and learn with the most epic line dance moves on air! In this electrifying article, we’re taking line dancing to new heights – literally! Join our talented dancers as Elphaba and the flying monkeys as they bust out wicked moves, defying gravity and pushing the limits of dance. With their infectious energy and killer choreography, you’ll be dancing along in no time. So, grab your broom, and let the rhythm take over!

Wicked origins

Wicked has come a long way since its humble beginnings on Broadway. From its early days as a scrappy underdog to its current status as a cultural phenomenon, it’s hard to believe how far it’s come. And yet, despite its many successes, Wicked remains a deeply personal and emotional experience, one that continues to touch hearts and minds around the world.

Wicked music

When it came to composing a powerful anthem for Elphaba, the misunderstood witch, the creators of WICKED faced more than a few challenges. One of the biggest hurdles was finding a way to capture Elphaba’s emotional journey in a single song. She’s a complex character, to say the least – a mix of vulnerability, anger, and determination – and the songwriters knew they had to get it just right.

Lyrics

According to Stephen Schwartz, the composer and lyricist behind WICKED, the initial inspiration for ‘Defying Gravity’ came from a rather unexpected source – the music of Queen. Schwartz wanted to write a song that would evoke the same sense of grandeur and drama as some of Queen’s most iconic hits, while still staying true to the story and characters of WICKED.

Original OZ Symbolism

One of the most striking aspects of ‘Defying Gravity’ is its use of symbolism. The song is full of clever references to the Wizard of Oz, with Elphaba embracing her witches’ hat and broomstick as symbols of her newfound power. These details add a layer of depth to the song, making it feel both deeply personal and culturally resonant.

Conclusion

The moment ‘Defying Gravity’ became a cultural phenomenon was a turning point not only for WICKED but for musical theater as a whole. Suddenly, this song about a misunderstood witch was speaking to people from all walks of life, inspiring them to embrace their own identities and defy the expectations of others.

‘Defying Gravity’ Wicked line dance tutorial.

Steps

Floating Flap step 1: Split feet, walk in and body roll
1 rf side 2 lf side, walk feet in 3&4, (* 2nd reset )body rollup 5,6,7,8.

Gravity Glide step 2: Diagonal step taps forward and Back
Right foot forward tap left 1,2, left foot back tap right 3,4, right foot back tap left, 5,6, left foot forward tap right foot ,7,8.

Zero-G Spin step 3: Walk around turn 2x ,kick ball change 2x
Forward right foot turning ½ turn to the left, replace weight on left foot, 1,2, repeat once, 3,4. Kick right foot, then ball change right foot to left foot two times 5 &6, 7&8,(* 3rd reset)

Airborne Stomp -Step point 1-4 Jazz box 5-8
Forward right foot point left foot, 1,2, forward left foot, point right foot, 3,4, (1st reset *) Jazz box turning ¼ to the left, right foot forward, left foot side, right foot back, left foot forward, left foot forward, 5,6,7,8

Repeat until end. Reset to step one (floating flap) Three times.

Dance the sequence through the 1st time. * After the step points second time and before the jazz box reset. * Reset 2 on 4th wall after split feet walk in. On the third cycle around at wall 1 after the kick ball change, reset to beginning.