Burns' self-deprecating, strong-willed Elphaba, and both have the type of near-perfect vocal chops that will leave you reeling (if Burns' performance in "Defying Gravity" doesn't send chills down your spine,...
"Wicked" really becomes Elphaba's story, and when Burns levitates high above the stage on the bring-the-house-down "Defying Gravity," her voice soars as high as she does.
...each iteration of this musical rises or falls on the strength of its Elphaba, a.k.a. the Wicked Witch - and in Jackie Burns, this "Wicked" boasts an Elphaba who could...
Songs love Jackie Burns! ...she brings her many gifts to each one...a beautiful sound, kick ass power, soulfulness, honesty always, and her ability to take a lyric and give it...
The show...is really carried by Burns' belting pipes and offhanded prickly charm. Both of these gifts add nuance to the score. (Chicago Tribune Review)