Lego tribute to Wicked blockbuster is unveiled

Jacob McPeake, Master Model Builder at LEGOLAND Discovery Centre Manchester spent over 12 hours painstakingly crafting the circular mosaic to celebrate the release of the stage show turned hit blockbuster.

Measuring an impressive 76cm in diameter, the intricate artwork reimagines the iconic Wicked poster in LEGO form, as well as Jacob’s own personal passion for the theatre production and now film.

The colourful piece includes a number of nods to both the show’s themes as well as LEGO mantras. The circular design draws inspiration from clock motifs throughout Wicked, as well as the bubble Glinda, portrayed by Ariana Grande, travels in in the film.

Enhancing the colours so it worked better in LEGO form, Jacob made Glinda’s hat and gown pink to coincide with LEGO’s slogan “Pink Clicks Good With Green”.

Jacob McPeake, Master Model Builder at LEGOLAND Discovery Centre Manchester, said: “I originally went to see Wicked in London over 10 years ago and, although I’m not the biggest fan of musicals, I instantly fell in love.

“I used to work as a hair and make-up stylist, so I had some fun with my friends and family and I recreated the theatre production poster myself at home. Earlier this year, I managed to convince my husband to attend London Comic Con, we both dressed as Glinda and Elphaba!

“So being such a huge fan, I was beyond excited when I heard about the movie adaptation and I immediately wanted to create something out of LEGO. With the film released this November and the stage show coming to Manchester this month, I set about creating the poster in LEGO.

“It took a long time, and I used a lot of LEGO, but I am delighted with the outcome! I can’t wait for people to visit the attraction and come and see my creation in person.”

Jacob’s LEGO mosaic is now on display at LEGOLAND Discovery Centre Manchester.

For further information, please visit the LEGOLAND Discovery Centre website here: https://www.legolanddiscoverycentre.com/manchester/