Brittney Johnson first Black actress to play 'Glinda' in 'Wicked' on Broadway Gotham Rex 2 years ago Brittney Johnson is the first Black actress to take on the role of Glinda full time. Source: Check out ABC 7 for more… Share: Brittney Johnson Makes History as Broadway's First Glinda of Color in WickedDateJanuary 11, 2019In relation toPlaybillInside Brittney Johnson’s Whirlwind Experience Going On as Wicked’s First Glinda of ColorDateJanuary 11, 2019In relation toPlaybillBroadway’s Wicked Welcomes Ginna Claire Mason as Glinda April 9DateApril 9, 2019In relation toPlaybill