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A new video has been unveiled featuring Cynthia Erivo in her role as Elphaba from the highly anticipated film adaptation of WICKED. This follows a similar release last month, which showcased Ariana Grande as Glinda.
Watch the video to see Erivo embody the classic character of the green witch!
Everything You Need to Know About WICKED
The film adaptation of WICKED boasts a star-studded cast, with Cynthia Erivo taking on the role of Elphaba and Ariana Grande portraying Glinda. They are joined by Jonathan Bailey as Fiyero, Ethan Slater as Boq, Michelle Yeoh as Madame Morrible, and Jeff Goldblum as the Wizard.
The character of Nessarose, Elphaba’s younger sister, will be played by Marissa Bode. Additional characters include Pfannee and ShenShen—friends of Glinda portrayed by Emmy nominee Bowen Yang and Bronwyn James, respectively. The film introduces a new character, Miss Coddle, portrayed by Tony nominee Keala Settle, known for her work in The Greatest Showman. Other cast members include Aaron Teoh as Avaric and Michael Carmichael as Nikidik. The esteemed Peter Dinklage will also be appearing as Dr. Dillamond.
The first part of the film is slated for release on November 22, 2024, while the sequel is set to premiere on November 26, 2025. Fans can pre-save the official soundtrack here. For those interested, BroadwayWorld has provided a detailed guide to the WICKED movie!
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