The SF State student production “Wicked Re-Imagined” captivated viewers on Dec. 6 in Jack Adams Hall as the highlight of the Queer Alliance’s annual variety show, “Deck the Halls with Feather Boas.”

Creative writing major Jake Gemora, 19, wrote the musical production. Theater major Bradley Zeledon, 21, produced it and managed wardrobe. The concept came from putting a queer twist on the original Broadway musical “Wicked,” Zeldon said.

“’Wicked’ is really popular in the gay community in general, so we [Gemora and Zeledon] decided to do our version of the musical and change the characters around a bit,” said Zeledon.

“Wicked Re-Imagined” took the lives of its characters and imparted a message of what queer society faces, said Zeledon. The story revolves around a young gay boy who is unsure of coming out and finds himself in a relationship with a princess. He eventually meets another young gay male who helps him become stronger and more comfortable. The two pursue a relationship together while keeping it a secret from the princess. Soon enough the princess finds out and kills both the boys.

“It presents the idea of being different and recognizing the change in journey,” Zeledon said. “We emphasized the idea of being different, but portrayed the difference in a positive light.”

The two-act production received thunderous applause, which Zeledon said was unexpected but highly appreciated.

“For a really low budget theatre production it was pretty successful,” said Zeledon. “We put our hearts and souls into the musical and I’m really happy with the outcome.”

“Wicked Re-Imagined” was a 90-minute production that left the other hour and half of the variety show for poetry recitals, comedy routines and musical performances. Vi Le, Amber Rivardo, Emo Loredo and other Queer Alliance members performed versions of “Santa Baby” and “Jingle Bell Rock.”

Jenro, a well-known lesbian emcee in San Francisco, and “Breathless,” a popular local drag queen, also performed. About 20 people auctioned themselves off as dates to bidding audience members who paid up to 15 dollars each.

All proceeds benefit the Queer Alliance for future events.

“It was a really, really successful night,” said Queer Alliance president Vi Le. “All of our hard work truly paid off for one spectacular night.”