P1 9 Holding Space for Defying Gravity

Authors

  • Ciara Kirkham University of Leicester
  • Emily Smith
  • James Turner

Abstract

This paper explores the physical possibility of Elphaba Thropp’s flight during the song Defying
Gravity in the musical Wicked. By applying fundamental physics principles, we conclude that
magnetic levitation offers the most realistic explanation within the limits of known physics.

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Published

12-12-2025

How to Cite

Kirkham, C., Smith, E., & Turner, J. (2025). P1 9 Holding Space for Defying Gravity. Physics Special Topics, 24(1). Retrieved from https://journals.le.ac.uk/index.php/pst/article/view/5140

Issue

Vol. 24 No. 1 (2025): Physics Special Topics

Section

Articles