Ariana Grande And Cynthia Erivo Are All Smiles With THESE Original Wicked Cast Members As They Pose For Shutterbugs At Movie Premiere

As a longtime theater enthusiast who has spent countless hours immersed in the magical world of Broadway musicals, the anticipation for the Wicked movie adaptation is palpable. The sight of Kristin Chenoweth and Idina Menzel, the original Glinda and Elphaba from the stage production, alongside Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo at the premiere in Los Angeles was a delightful reminder of the enduring charm of this beloved tale.


At the Los Angeles premiere of the Wicked movie, Kristin Chenoweth and Idina Menzel stood together with Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo. In the original Broadway production, these two ladies portrayed Glinda and Elphaba, respective roles they once brought to life on stage.

On the 9th of November, I found myself amidst a star-studded gathering at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion. Notable personalities like Michelle Yeoh, Jeff Goldblum, Jonathan Bailey, and Bowen Yang graced this event, as part of the ensemble cast of an upcoming film. Other esteemed individuals were also present, contributing to an unforgettable evening in the world of entertainment.

At the event, it was noted that Jon M. Chu, the movie’s director, wasn’t present. Reports indicate that he chose to be with his wife instead, as she is due to deliver their fifth child.

In the meantime, the upcoming movie, scheduled for release by the end of November, shares its origins with a Broadway musical and maintains a comparable narrative. Its story primarily focuses on an extraordinary bond of friendship between Glinda and Elphaba, who encounters bullying at school because of her distinctive green skin tone.

Over time, Elphaba and Glinda share a living space and forge a friendship. Yet, as external elements interfere, their relationship faces challenges.

In the movie’s summary, I found myself closely identified with Elphaba, the misunderstood girl with emerald-hued skin. Despite our initial differences, she formed a remarkable and deeply meaningful bond with Glinda, who was relentlessly pursuing popularity.

After meeting the Wizard of Oz, their connection finds a turning point as their lives start to diverge significantly.

Regarding the newcomers in our film, Marissa Bode, who has been cast as Nessarose, shared with People Magazine that the cast was very friendly towards her, and Erivo even brought cookies to set. Bode added, “It was incredibly sweet of her to be so thoughtful.

Furthermore, it was disclosed by production designer Nathan Crowley that he focused on developing Glinda and Elphaba’s personas for the film. In discussions with the actresses, he aimed to understand their character interpretations and how the props aligned with those roles.

Wicked will be released on November 22. 

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2024-11-10 17:07