Liana Sonenclar's play follows a high school track star forced to confront some tricky feelings when she reconnects with a former teammate.
S. Dylan Zwickel will direct the musical he co-wrote with Step Pażernov.
Kebede will be the first Black actor to play Elphaba full time on Broadway.
The invitation-only event will feature Billy Stritch on piano.
The acclaimed new musical at the Belasco has also announced an exclusive fan event.
Susan Stroman directs the stage musical adaptation of the musical TV series, arriving at the Imperial in March.
The gifted comedic actor, and two-time Tony nominee, is back on Broadway.
The Tony-winning musical continues at the Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre.
The red carpet attendees to opening night included Bonnie Milligan, LaChanze, and the Duolingo owl.