St. Pancras International unveils a thrillifying Christmas Tree, in partnership with Universal Pictures’ Wicked
Experience the magic of Christmas like never before with our much-loved Christmas Tree, this year partnering with Universal Pictures UK to celebrate the release of the highly anticipated film of the season: Wicked.
Christmas is about experiences and this tree, fuelled by imagination, immersion and a little bit of festive magic, provides the best thing to see this Christmas in London.
The stunnafying tree is an ode to the Emerald City featured in Wicked, the untold story of the witches of Oz, based on the global blockbuster stage musical. Standing at 11 metres-high, this beacon of striking green and opulent gold showcases the splendour of the film, while complementing St. Pancras’s architecture
The tree is a visual spectacle designed to delight from all angles, immersive Ozian booths form the base and will delight with photo opportunities and music from the film. While illuminated towers house tiny windows with characters and iconic film features. The most amazyfying of all the details lies within the centre of the tree, where a hidden diorama of the wonderful land of Oz awaits in all its glorious hand-crafted detail for visitors to discover.
Musical Moment
Take a break from the hustle and bustle of the vibrant station and lose yourself in the music and score from the film in this immersive seating area.
Made in Oz
See the leading ladies of the film, Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba and Ariana Grande as Glinda, deliver a bewitching recorded message directly to the station. Watch trailers and marvel at behind-the-scenes footage from the making of Wicked.
The Wonderful Wizard of Oz
Get up close and personal with the Wizard of Oz and grab a selfie in front of this gilded wizard head as seen in the film.
Munchkinland and beyond
Hidden in windows at the bottom of the tree, visitors will find a to-scale replica of the entire land of Oz. Linked by an illuminated yellow brick road, visitors can view the Emerald City, Shiz University and Munchkinland.
OUTSTANDIFUL FACTS:
- In total, it took 20 expert crafts people over 4000-hours to create the Wicked tree.
- Every aspect of the tree has been meticulously hand-painted to mirror details in the film.
- The structure features over 100 intricately illuminated towers with over 200 lights carefully woven into the display.
- Visitors who take a closer look through windows in the towers will find hidden references to the film’s story.
- The diorama of Oz hidden within the tree includes over 1,000 miniature flowers, an illuminated yellow brick road as well as iconic landmarks including Shiz University, The Emerald City, the castle Kiamo Ko and The Governor’s Mansion.
After enchanting audiences on stage for more than two decades, Wicked soars onto the big screen this Christmas season. A spectacular global musical event, Wicked stars Emmy, Grammy and Tony winning powerhouse Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba, and Grammy-winning, multi-platinum recording artist and global superstar Ariana Grande as Glinda. The film also stars Oscar® winner Michelle Yeoh, Jonathan Bailey (Bridgerton, Fellow Travelers) and pop culture icon Jeff Goldblum as the legendary Wizard of Oz. Wicked arrives in UK cinemas on 22nd November 2024.
Erika Lewington, Marketing Director at Universal Pictures International, UK & Eire Ltd, said: “We are delighted to partner with St. Pancras International to bring the world of Wicked to life through this enchanting Christmas Tree. The central London station’s spectacular architecture provided the perfect Ozmopolitan backdrop for this cinematic moment. We hope the wickedly dazzling experience enriches peoples’ journeys and brings a touch of magic to one of London’s most iconic destinations.”