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Idina Menzel Coming To Spokane

Idina Menzel – well known to “Glee” viewers and Broadway aficionados – will join the Spokane Symphony for a concert at the Martin Woldson Theatre at The Fox on May 15, 7:30 p.m. Menzel made her name in 1996 originating the role of Maureen in “Rent.” Then she originated the role of Elphaba in “Wicked” on Broadway in 2003 and in London in 2006. Her career has been on a roll in the last year because of her recurring appearances on the hit show, “Glee,” as Shelby Corcoran/Jim Kershner, Spotlight. More here. (AP file photo of Kristin Chenoweth, left, Idina Mezel, and cast of "Wicked")

Question: Which Idina Menzel performance do you like best -- as Elphaba in "Wicked," Maureen in "Rent," or her recurring role as Shelby Corcoran in "Glee"?



D.F. Oliveria
D.F. (Dave) Oliveria joined The Spokesman-Review in 1984. He currently is a columnist and compiles the Huckleberries Online blog and writes about North Idaho in his Huckleberries column.

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