'Wicked' movie casts Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba. Why it matters
3 years, 1 month ago

'Wicked' movie casts Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba. Why it matters

LA Times  

After years of speculation, the official news broke that Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande are starring in Universal’s film adaptation of the hit musical “Wicked” — as Elphaba and Glinda, respectively. It’s easy to see why: Elphaba remains coveted as one of most multi-dimensional starring roles for women in musical theater, and touts emotionally and vocally ambitious tracks like “The Wizard and I,” “Defying Gravity” and “No Good Deed.” “Wicked’s” original stars, Idina Menzel and Kristin Chenoweth, perform at the 2004 Tony Awards. Before she lined up onscreen roles as Harriet Tubman, Aretha Franklin and the Blue Fairy in the upcoming “Pinocchio,” Erivo regularly spurred mid-show standing ovations during her Tony-winning performance in 2015’s “The Color Purple.” Cynthia Erivo “dug deep, then brilliantly deeper,” wrote Times classical music critic Mark Swed of her recent performance with the L.A. Phil. Just last month, Erivo “dug deep, then brilliantly deeper,” wrote Times classical music critic Mark Swed of her rendition of Leonard Bernstein’s “Somewhere” with the Los Angeles Philharmonic.

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Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo's Wicked sequel title announced
1 week ago

Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo's Wicked sequel title announced

India Today  

The eagerly awaited sequel to Jon M Chu’s Wicked has been officially titled Wicked: For Good. The announcement comes as the first installment, Wicked Part One, continues to dominate the box office, surpassing the $500 million milestone globally over the weekend. Both films are adapted from Gregory Maguire’s acclaimed 1995 novel Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch …

‘Wicked’ was far from magical
1 week, 1 day ago

‘Wicked’ was far from magical

Live Mint  

Hollywood has been defying box-office gravity this holiday season, thanks in large part to “Wicked," the movie version of the long-running Broadway musical. And the ingenuity and wit of the original material—based on Gregory Maguire’s 1995 novel, imagining an origin story for the witches of “The Wizard of Oz"—does occasionally shine through. Perfectly good two-hour movies, such as “Presumed Innocent" …

Ariana Grande went through Wicked contract with Cynthia Erivo to make sure they were ‘aligned’ together
1 week, 2 days ago

Ariana Grande went through Wicked contract with Cynthia Erivo to make sure they were ‘aligned’ together

Hindustan Times  

Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo are basking in the success of their film Wicked. I’m really grateful because one of the things that I’m most proud of is how we nurtured each other.” More details Wicked, the first of two Universal Pictures films based on a Broadway prequel to The Wizard of Oz, opened to positive reviews and topped box …

'Wicked' is back at the Pantages Theatre. But is it good?
2 weeks ago

'Wicked' is back at the Pantages Theatre. But is it good?

LA Times  

“Wicked” has always been insanely popular. Ariana Grande, left, and Cynthia Erivo in the movie “Wicked: Part I.” The two-hour, 40-minute running time of Part 1 threw into relief the musical’s weaknesses. No one could do more with “I’m Not That Girl” or “Defying Gravity,” Elphaba’s seismic Act I numbers, but I was more moved by Erivo’s virtuosity than by …

The Real Trumpy Character in ‘Wicked’ Is Not Who You Think
2 weeks ago

The Real Trumpy Character in ‘Wicked’ Is Not Who You Think

Politico  

And while she isn’t technically a politician — and Oz is definitely not a democracy — she eventually finds herself at the center of Oz’s power structure, with influence over its leadership and the ear of a fawning public. In a 1964 article in American Quarterly, a New York high school teacher named Henry M. Littlefield laid out what would …

Ariana Grande Speaks Out On Comments On Her Body After Starring In ‘Wicked’
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Ariana Grande Speaks Out On Comments On Her Body After Starring In ‘Wicked’

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING Ariana Grande took us down the yellow brick road to reveal how she feels about the public’s opinion on beauty standards. The actor, who plays Glinda in the 2024 movie adaptation of the Broadway play “Wicked,” recently sat down with French journalist Crazy Sally to discuss how she handles society’s beauty expectations. Axelle/Bauer-Griffin via Getty Images “It’s …

Jon M Chu reveals how far he pushed Ariana Grande to earn Wicked role
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Jon M Chu reveals how far he pushed Ariana Grande to earn Wicked role

The Independent  

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. open image in gallery Ariana Grande as Glinda the Good in ‘Wicked’ “She proved herself …

Jon M. Chu believes ‘the time is right’ for ‘Wicked’
3 weeks ago

Jon M. Chu believes ‘the time is right’ for ‘Wicked’

CNN  

CNN — “Wicked” is all the rage these days, the director of the movie adaptation sounds like he couldn’t be more pleased with the timing of it all. Jon M. Chu spoke with CNN’s John Berman Tuesday about his hit movie musical, which stars Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo. “I don’t know all the things, but I think it’s the …

How the Wicked cast defied normality with bizarre gaffes, unexpected outbursts and PLENTY of tears... but it was all for good as movie breaks box office records
3 weeks, 2 days ago

How the Wicked cast defied normality with bizarre gaffes, unexpected outbursts and PLENTY of tears... but it was all for good as movie breaks box office records

Daily Mail  

After four years in the making Wicked finally released in the cinemas to great acclaim, breaking box office records with a $114 million opening at the US box office - the most for any musical adaptation ever - part of a global take of $164,180,000. Wicked's stars Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande have defied normality with bizarre gaffes, unexpected outbursts …

Wicked makers deny rumours that Ariana Grande was paid 15 times as much as Cynthia Erivo for musical
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Wicked makers deny rumours that Ariana Grande was paid 15 times as much as Cynthia Erivo for musical

Hindustan Times  

Reports of pay disparity between Wicked stars Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande, who portray Elphaba and Glinda respectively in the upcoming movie, have been dismissed by Universal Pictures. Wicked stars Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande in the lead roles Universal Studios on pay disparity rumours "Reports of pay disparity between Cynthia and Ariana are completely false and based on internet …

Universal denies pay disparity rumours between 'Wicked' stars Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Universal denies pay disparity rumours between 'Wicked' stars Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande

New Indian Express  

Reports of pay disparity between Wicked stars Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande, who portray Elphaba and Glinda respectively in the upcoming movie, have been dismissed by Universal Pictures. "Reports of pay disparity between Cynthia and Ariana are completely false and based on internet fodder. Rumours about Erivo and Grande's salaries surfaced on TikTok and Reddit earlier this week, with social …

Universal addresses rumors about Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo’s huge Wicked pay disparity
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Universal addresses rumors about Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo’s huge Wicked pay disparity

The Independent  

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Universal Pictures has called reports claiming that Ariana Grande was paid …

Why all the fuss over Wicked? It’s dry, dull and overdone
4 weeks, 1 day ago

Why all the fuss over Wicked? It’s dry, dull and overdone

The Independent  

The best of Voices delivered to your inbox every week - from controversial columns to expert analysis Sign up for our free weekly Voices newsletter for expert opinion and columns Sign up to our free weekly Voices newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Growing up, …

Cynthia Erivo on the Capricorn-ness of it all
4 weeks, 1 day ago

Cynthia Erivo on the Capricorn-ness of it all

LA Times  

Best season by any L.A. athlete. Cynthia Erivo defies more than gravity It’s an autumn day in New York, which prompts Cynthia Erivo to start singing the opening lines of the jazz standard of that name because, as I learn through our hour together, it does not take much prodding to get Erivo to break out in song. Cynthia Erivo …

Inside the ‘Wicked’ musical number that could win Ariana Grande an Oscar
4 weeks, 1 day ago

Inside the ‘Wicked’ musical number that could win Ariana Grande an Oscar

LA Times  

When Ariana Grande learned she was to play Glinda in the movie “Wicked,” she made a vow. But where co-star Cynthia Erivo seems likely to attract awards buzz for the deeply emotional “Defying Gravity,” Grande’s chops, comedic and musical, are most evident in “Popular.” What’s been performed for decades onstage with just two beds has been supersized for the screen, …

Will ‘Wicked’ box-office success rejuvenate the tricky business of Broadway adaptations?
4 weeks, 1 day ago

Will ‘Wicked’ box-office success rejuvenate the tricky business of Broadway adaptations?

LA Times  

Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba stands in front of a shattered window in the film “Wicked.” It’s not easy to defy gravity as a musical movie, particularly one that’s been adapted from a Broadway play. The Jon M. Chu-directed adaptation topped the box office with a worldwide gross of $164.2 million, marking the biggest opening weekend for a movie based on …

'Wicked' Was Split Into 2 Parts. Here's Why That Was A Mistake.
1 month ago

'Wicked' Was Split Into 2 Parts. Here's Why That Was A Mistake.

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING My earliest memory of “Wicked” is of the now-ubiquitous, Elphaba-green sign outside of the Gershwin Theater. If you subtract the inescapable marketing campaign, the lengthy, emotional global press tour and the annoying debates on social media about singing in the theater, at its core, I think Jon M. Chu’s “Wicked: Part 1” democratized a story that’s only …

Wicked director Jon M Chu has request for cinema viewers
1 month ago

Wicked director Jon M Chu has request for cinema viewers

The Independent  

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Enjoy the magic of movies.” open image in gallery Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande in …

Evrio, Grande shines in lavish adaptation of Broadway classic, Wicked
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1 month ago

Evrio, Grande shines in lavish adaptation of Broadway classic, Wicked

Deccan Chronicle  

It’s the ultimate celebrity redemption tour, two decades in the making. Since 2003, crowds have packed nightly into “Wicked” at Broadway’s Gershwin Theatre to cheer as the green-skinned, misunderstood Elphaba rises up on her broomstick to belt “Defying Gravity,” that enduring girl-power anthem. And now we have “Wicked” the movie, director Jon M. Chu’s lavish, faithful, impeccably crafted ode to …

Cynthia Erivo says trust with co-star Ariana Grande helped them tell story of 'Wicked'
1 month ago

Cynthia Erivo says trust with co-star Ariana Grande helped them tell story of 'Wicked'

NPR  

Cynthia Erivo says trust with co-star Ariana Grande helped them tell story of 'Wicked' SCOTT DETROW, HOST: It's been three years since Cynthia Erivo was cast as Elphaba in the movie adaptation of "Wicked," the stage musical that's a prequel of sorts to "The Wizard Of Oz." DETROW: When we recently sat down to talk at NPR's New York bureau, …

Movie Review: ‘Wicked’ fans, rejoicify! Erivo, Grande shine in lavish adaptation of Broadway classic
Top News
1 month ago

Movie Review: ‘Wicked’ fans, rejoicify! Erivo, Grande shine in lavish adaptation of Broadway classic

Hindustan Times  

It’s the ultimate celebrity redemption tour, two decades in the making. Since 2003, crowds have packed nightly into “Wicked” at Broadway’s Gershwin Theatre to cheer as the green-skinned, misunderstood Elphaba rises up on her broomstick to belt “Defying Gravity,” that enduring girl-power anthem. And now we have “Wicked” the movie, director Jon M. Chu’s lavish, faithful, impeccably crafted ode to …

Here’s what Wicked the movie does differently from the Broadway musical
1 month ago

Here’s what Wicked the movie does differently from the Broadway musical

The Independent  

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Jon M. Chu’s highly-anticipated film starring Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo as Glinda and Elphaba, …

Wicked Part One movie review: Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo are brilliant – but why does this musical look so terrible?
1 month ago

Wicked Part One movie review: Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo are brilliant – but why does this musical look so terrible?

The Independent  

Get our free weekly email for all the latest cinematic news from our film critic Clarisse Loughrey Get our The Life Cinematic email for free Get our The Life Cinematic email for free SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. In theory, it’s pure spectacle – its emotional resonance powered almost …

All of your questions about the ‘Wicked’ movie, answered
1 month ago

All of your questions about the ‘Wicked’ movie, answered

LA Times  

This article contains spoilers for the movie “Wicked.” “To be continued.” “Wicked” ends with these three words, leaving audiences to wait a year for resolution. Until then, there’s much to discuss about Universal’s ambitious adaptation of the blockbuster stage show, especially its more narratively daring moments — likely affecting both devout fan and casual “Wizard of Oz” aficionados. “‘Wicked’ is …

Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande cut a ‘Wicked’ swath around the world
1 month ago

Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande cut a ‘Wicked’ swath around the world

Associated Press  

In “Wicked,” Elphaba and Glinda travel from Shiz University to the Emerald City on a glistening green train to meet the wizard. Share Share Copy Link copied Email Facebook X Reddit LinkedIn Pinterest Flipboard Print Ariana Grande poses for photographers upon arrival at the premiere of the film ‘Wicked’ in London, Nov. 18, 2024. Share Share Copy Link copied Email …

Wicked Part 1 is finally here, with the chemistry between Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo stealing the show
1 month ago

Wicked Part 1 is finally here, with the chemistry between Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo stealing the show

ABC  

You needn't be a fan of Wicked to be clued into the discourse surrounding the long-awaited movie that's been several years in the making — waylaid first by COVID, then by the SAG strike. Fast facts about Wicked What: A fantastical film adaptation of the beloved, award-winning Broadway musical Wicked Creator: Jon M. Chu Starring: Ariane Grande, Cynthia Erivo, Jonathan …

In 'Wicked: Part I', Cynthia Erivo defies gravity — and convention — as Elphaba
1 month ago

In 'Wicked: Part I', Cynthia Erivo defies gravity — and convention — as Elphaba

NPR  

In 'Wicked: Part I', Cynthia Erivo defies gravity — and convention — as Elphaba toggle caption Nickolai Hammar/NPR For more than two decades, the musical Wicked has been a Broadway favorite. Sponsor Message Erivo visited NPR's New York studio before the film's release to talk with All Things Considered host Scott Detrow about stepping into the iconic role. I think …

Wicked review: Cynthia Erivo-Ariana Grande cast spell in near-perfect adaptation
1 month ago

Wicked review: Cynthia Erivo-Ariana Grande cast spell in near-perfect adaptation

India Today  

The highly anticipated film adaptation of the beloved Broadway musical, Wicked, offers a magical cinematic experience. Directed by Jon M Chu, known for his visually stunning projects such as Step Up and Crazy Rich Asians, Wicked seamlessly blends its fantasy roots with musical storytelling, enhanced by stellar performances and breathtaking visuals. Wicked reimagines the iconic world of The Wizard of …

Movie Review: ‘Wicked’ fans, rejoicify! Erivo, Grande shine in lavish adaptation of Broadway classic
1 month ago

Movie Review: ‘Wicked’ fans, rejoicify! Erivo, Grande shine in lavish adaptation of Broadway classic

Associated Press  

It’s the ultimate celebrity redemption tour, two decades in the making. And now we have “Wicked” the movie, director Jon M. Chu’s lavish, faithful, impeccably crafted ode to this origin story of Elphaba and her bestie — Glinda, the very good and very blonde. This image released by Universal Pictures shows Cynthia Erivo, left, and Ariana Grande in a scene …

"Wicked" is a bewitching spectacle that smartly probes who has power in a beloved fairy tale
1 month ago

"Wicked" is a bewitching spectacle that smartly probes who has power in a beloved fairy tale

Salon  

Defying gravity is hard, sure. But defying expectations is nearly impossible, especially when it comes to adapting a property as universally beloved as the long-running Broadway musical “Wicked.” The show — itself based on Gregory Magurie’s 1995 novel that gave a backstory to Elphaba, the Wicked Witch of the West from L. Frank Baum’s "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz" — …

Cynthia Erivo defies more than gravity
1 month ago

Cynthia Erivo defies more than gravity

LA Times  

It’s an autumn day in New York, which prompts Cynthia Erivo to start singing the opening lines of the jazz standard of that name because, as I learn through our hour together, it does not take much prodding to get Erivo to break out in song. Michelle Yeoh, who plays Elphaba’s mentor, Madame Morrible, sees her co-star as a “kindred …

Review: Massive ‘Wicked’ movie adaptation takes its time to soar, much less defy gravity
1 month ago

Review: Massive ‘Wicked’ movie adaptation takes its time to soar, much less defy gravity

LA Times  

The show “Wicked” doesn’t need a movie adaptation to be relevant — it’s already a cultural phenomenon, even before this first part of a behemoth two-film Hollywood version hits theaters. Jeff Goldblum and Michelle Yeoh in the movie “Wicked: Part I.” It’s essentially Harry Potter or “High School Musical” with more magic, but not enough movie magic. Chu has done …

Mattel apologizes after mistakenly printing porn site on ‘Wicked’ movie dolls packaging
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1 month, 1 week ago

Mattel apologizes after mistakenly printing porn site on ‘Wicked’ movie dolls packaging

CNN  

CNN — Toy manufacturer Mattel has apologized after mistakenly printing the web address of a pornographic site on the packaging of its newly launched “Wicked” dolls. Instead of pointing readers to the official website of the movie adaptation of the Tony Award-winning musical, information found on boxes of the special edition dolls leads to a page that requires users to …

Jeff Goldblum, 72, hits red carpet with wife Emilie Livingston, 41, at Wicked premiere in LA
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Jeff Goldblum, 72, hits red carpet with wife Emilie Livingston, 41, at Wicked premiere in LA

Daily Mail  

The highly-anticipated film Wicked made its Los Angeles premiere at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion in Downtown LA on Saturday. Jeff Goldblum, who plays the Wonderful Wizard Of Oz, was also among those posing along the red carpet with his wife Emilie Livingston by his side. Jeff Goldblum, 72, was among the cast of Wicked to attend the Los Angeles premiere …

‘Wicked’ dolls’ packaging includes link to a porn site. Mattel apologizes
1 month, 2 weeks ago

‘Wicked’ dolls’ packaging includes link to a porn site. Mattel apologizes

LA Times  

Toy manufacturer Mattel has apologized for a misprint that appeared on the packaging of its line of “Wicked” dolls and listed an address for an adult website. The error gained steam this weekend after social media users discovered that the link to the film — wickedmovie.com — was mislabeled, sending consumers to Wicked Pictures, an independent adult film company. “Mattel …

Cynthia Erivo appears to throw shade at OTHER stars who auditioned for Ariana Grande's role in Wicked
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Cynthia Erivo appears to throw shade at OTHER stars who auditioned for Ariana Grande's role in Wicked

Daily Mail  

Cynthia Erivo appeared to throw shade at other stars who auditioned for Ariana Grande's role in Wicked. Erivo, who is starring as Elphaba in the upcoming musical movie, said she was grateful that Grande was casted as Glinda the Good Witch rather than the other actresses; pictured November 3 in Sydney Back in 2021, Grande and Erivo were casted to …

Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo both dealt with a dangerous health setback before filming key Wicked numbers
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo both dealt with a dangerous health setback before filming key Wicked numbers

Daily Mail  

Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo each caught the coronavirus during the making of their upcoming musical Wicked, when they each had critical songs to perform. Grande, 31, and Erivo, 37, who have toured Australia this week promoting Wicked, portray the respective roles of Glinda and Elphaba in the upcoming two-part musical movie, a prequel to The Wizard of Oz. Cynthia …

Ariana Grande explains why she’s used her full name for Wicked movie credit
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Ariana Grande explains why she’s used her full name for Wicked movie credit

The Independent  

Get our free weekly email for all the latest cinematic news from our film critic Clarisse Loughrey Get our The Life Cinematic email for free Get our The Life Cinematic email for free SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. The “we can’t be friends” singer, 31, stars as Glinda the …

Ariana Grande responds to backlash over her starring as Glinda in Wicked
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Ariana Grande responds to backlash over her starring as Glinda in Wicked

Daily Mail  

Ariana Grande has responded to criticism of her casting as Glinda in Jon M. Chu's movie adaptation of the hit Broadway musical Wicked. Ariana Grande has responded to criticism of her casting as Galinda in Jon M. Chu 's movie adaptation of the hit Broadway musical Wicked The songstress appeared on the Sentimental Men podcast and said she understands criticism …

Ariana Grande changes her name in Wicked movie credits after reconnecting with her father
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Ariana Grande changes her name in Wicked movie credits after reconnecting with her father

Daily Mail  

Ariana Grande has changed her name back to her full birth name in the credits of her new film Wicked, after reconnecting with her father. Ariana Grande, 31, has decided to change her name back to her birth name 'Ariana Grande-Butera' for the movie credits to Wicked, after reconnecting with her father; seen in 2024 The name change comes after …

Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo's Wicked film branded a 'musical masterpiece' by critics
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo's Wicked film branded a 'musical masterpiece' by critics

Daily Mail  

Early reviews for the highly-anticipated film adaptation of Broadway's Wicked starring Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo are trickling in. Early reviews for the highly-anticipated film adaptation of Broadway's Wicked starring Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo are trickling in 'Wicked is a cinematic spectacle that serves as one of the very best big screen adaptations of a Broadway musical ever. Critics …

Wicked viewers demand Oscar consideration for Ariana Grande in rave first reviews
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Wicked viewers demand Oscar consideration for Ariana Grande in rave first reviews

The Independent  

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Directed by John M Chu, the new screen adaptation of the Broadway hit stars Ariana …

Cynthia Erivo makes admission over reaction to Wicked fan-made poster controversy
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Cynthia Erivo makes admission over reaction to Wicked fan-made poster controversy

The Independent  

Get our free weekly email for all the latest cinematic news from our film critic Clarisse Loughrey Get our The Life Cinematic email for free Get our The Life Cinematic email for free SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Wicked star Cynthia Erivo has made an …

Cynthia Erivo reveals biggest regret over slamming fan's 'offensive' Wicked poster
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Cynthia Erivo reveals biggest regret over slamming fan's 'offensive' Wicked poster

Daily Mail  

She has since reflected on her response Cynthia Erivo has admitted that she probably should have called a friend instead of berating a fan's 'offensive' remaking of the Wicked poster. Cynthia Erivo has admitted that she should have called a friend instead of berating a fan's 'offensive' Wicked poster The original version of the film poster is seen on the …

'Wicked' director Jon M. Chu on 'shooting the moon,' casting Ariana Grande and growing 9M tulips
3 months, 2 weeks ago

'Wicked' director Jon M. Chu on 'shooting the moon,' casting Ariana Grande and growing 9M tulips

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy “Musical” has been a dirty …

Wicked FIRST LOOK: Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo meet Jeff Goldblum's Wizard Of Oz in new teaser trailer - and fans can't contain their excitement
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Wicked FIRST LOOK: Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo meet Jeff Goldblum's Wizard Of Oz in new teaser trailer - and fans can't contain their excitement

Daily Mail  

A brand new teaser trailer dropped for the highly-anticipated Wicked movie on Wednesday - and fans can't contain their excitement. A brand new teaser trailer dropped for the highly-anticipated Wicked movie on Wednesday - and fans can't contain their excitement In the trailer, Ariana's Glinda exclaims: 'What? 'I couldn't possibly, this is your moment,' before quickly changing her mind and …

Crazy Rich Asians director shares plans to film in Australia and reveals Ariana Grande's Wicked was almost shot Down Under
7 months, 1 week ago

Crazy Rich Asians director shares plans to film in Australia and reveals Ariana Grande's Wicked was almost shot Down Under

Daily Mail  

American filmmaker Jon M Chu has shared his plans to shoot in Australia and revealed that the new adaptation of Wicked was almost filmed Down Under. The Crazy Rich Asians director, 44, is gearing up for the release of his film adaptation of theatre show Wicked, starring Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo, in November. American filmmaker Jon M Chu has …

Wicked director Jon M. Chu gushes about casting Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo in film version of hit musical: 'When you find those two, you know it's destiny'
8 months, 1 week ago

Wicked director Jon M. Chu gushes about casting Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo in film version of hit musical: 'When you find those two, you know it's destiny'

Daily Mail  

Wicked director Jon M. Chu says 'destiny' was on his side when he was able to cast Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo into the lead roles in the upcoming two-part musical movie, a prequel to The Wizard of Oz. Wicked director Jon M. Chu, 44, says 'destiny' was on his side when he was able to cast Ariana Grande, 30, …

Wicked trailer: Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo headline this musical adaptation; first look out at Super Bowl
10 months, 1 week ago

Wicked trailer: Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo headline this musical adaptation; first look out at Super Bowl

Hindustan Times  

The trailer of famous musical Wicked, was released during the Super Bowl on Sunday. The film is based on the 1995 novel Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West by Gregory Maguire and stars Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo and Michelle Yeoh in the lead roles. Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande in a still from Wicked …

Wicked first trailer: Ariana Grande is seen as Glinda with Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba during first clip of the musical shared during the Super Bowl
10 months, 1 week ago

Wicked first trailer: Ariana Grande is seen as Glinda with Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba during first clip of the musical shared during the Super Bowl

Daily Mail  

The first trailer for Wicked: Part One was shared at the beginning of Sunday's Super Bowl. Also shown was Cynthia Eriv, who plays Elphaba the Wicked Witch of the West The trailer shows part one of a two-part adaptation of the Broadway musical. The trailer opens with Ariana's Glinda arriving by boat to a school She has on all pink …

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