What goes better together than Wicked and Zeum

Halloween just isn't about 'paranormal activity' or the childish behavior that is usually associated with the night of All Hallows Eve. Instead of packing their kids into the car to hit the mall up for candy, families brought their children to Zeum to celebrate a Halloween that they'll never forget. The Tony Award winning musical, "Wicked" partnered with Zeum: San Francisco's Children's Museum in celebration of Halloween. The event showcased the theme of 'Going Green' while emphasizing the creativity and joy of live performance and visual arts.


At 11AM, families appeared in their festive garb to kick off the event hoping to win the costume contest and meet their favorites of the cast of "Wicked." In addition, kids who were dressed up were able to ride the historic Zeum Carousel for free.

While outside saw a lot of action, the inner walls of Zeum weren't left out in the dark, so to speak. The "Wicked" theme was prominent throughout the various exhibits. Kids recreated "Defying Gravity" as their own musical production was a huge success in the Music Production Lab. And Clay Animation saw some play as well with their figures of the 'Oz'-themed production. Most of all, trick-or-treating was present throughout the day to fulfill the sweet-tooth of many mythical creatures who were roaming around Yerba Buena Gardens.

To conclude the festivities, tickets and a behind the scenes sneak peek at the real Emerald City costumes for "Wicked" were raffled off. The winner proclaimed her shock and thankfulness for winning the tickets for her emerald-covered daughter.

Another Halloween goes into the books and with the sun setting with more mischief to come, it only begs the question, what can be expected for next Halloween?