Beyond the Screen: A 'Wicked' Conversation with Marissa Bode

Prepare for a magical evening with actress Marissa Bode, who made her feature film debut as Nessarose in the Academy Award-winning blockbuster, Wicked. 

We'll explore Marissa's early inspirations and performances that lead to her portrayal of Nessarose in Wicked. As the highly anticipated sequel Wicked: For Good approaches, we’ll reflect on what makes the story so meaningful to Marissa and to audiences around the world. She will also share personal stories and insights from her time on stage, the challenges and rewards of being part of an iconic production, and what the future holds for her career. 

Amanda Finn will join Bode in conversation. Finn is a queer theater, lifestyle, and travel journalist based in Chicago. Their work has appeared in the Chicago Reader, American Theatre Magazine, Yahoo, Huffington Post, and more. 

This event is made possible by Illinois Libraries Present (ILP), a statewide collaboration among public libraries offering premier events. ILP is funded in part by a grant awarded by the Illinois State Library, a department of the Office of Secretary of State, using funds provided by the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services, under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA). 

ILP is committed to inclusion and accessibility. To request accommodations, please email illinoislibrariespresent@ila.org. 

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