«Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo in the leading roles of Glinda and Elphaba in the film Wicked: everything you need to know»
15 may 2024 в 19:16
Something ominous is approaching. Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo take on the iconic roles of Glinda and Elphaba in the upcoming films. The first trailer was released on February 11 during the Super Bowl, and the second was presented on May 15. The footage showed the first look at Cynthia’s incredible transformation into Elphaba, as well as stunning sets and costumes. In the final moments of the trailer, an excerpt from the song «Defying Gravity» performed by Cynthia could be heard.
Director Jon M. Chu posted photos from the set of «Wicked» on his Instagram page in April 2023. Two photos showed Cynthia as Elphaba and Ariana as Glinda, running up a staircase in a pink evening gown. «Green and pink. It always starts with green and pink. #WickedMovie coming out in 2024», - he captioned the photos.
Universal Studios has assembled an incredible director and star-studded cast to lead the upcoming two-part adaptations. The films are based on the Tony Award-winning musical that serves as a prequel to «The Wizard of Oz». The film «Wicked» was announced back in 2016, but the process only began to develop in 2021. Fans are thrilled to see the story of «Wicked» come to life on the big screen this time. From the talented cast to the release date, expectations are very high for these two films. Here’s everything you need to know about the upcoming «Wicked» films.
The first film, titled «Wicked: Part One», - will be released on November 27, 2024. The sequel, titled «Wicked: Part Two», - will be released exactly a year later, on November 26, 2025.
Jon explained why the project is divided into two films in April 2022. «As we’ve been developing this production over the past year, it’s become increasingly clear that we couldn’t fit the story of 'Wicked' into one film without doing it a disservice», - Jon wrote on Twitter. «We decided to give ourselves a bigger canvas and make not just one 'Wicked' film, but TWO! With more space, we can tell the story of 'Wicked' as it was meant to be told, adding even more depth and surprises to the journeys of these beloved characters».
Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo were cast as Glinda and Elphaba respectively on November 4, 2021. Both actresses shared the news of their involvement on Instagram. Ariana posted a photo of her hands in front of her face when she heard the news. The pop star also shared screenshots of a three-way call between herself, Cynthia, and Jon, and then just a call between the ladies.
In her post, Cynthia, the British actress, held her hands to her mouth and cried upon learning of her role. Ariana and Cynthia also sent each other flowers with touching notes congratulating each other on their new roles.
Ariana takes on the role of Glinda the Good Witch, originally played by Kristin Chenoweth on Broadway. Cynthia plays Elphaba, originally played by Idina Menzel on Broadway. Both Kristin and Idina congratulated Ariana and Cynthia on landing the iconic roles.
The rest of the cast for the «Wicked» films is also impressive. «Bridgerton» star Jonathan Bailey plays Fiyero, Elphaba’s love interest. Jon Chu confirmed Jonathan’s involvement in September 2022. «He's perfect, they’re perfect. They would be perfect together. Born to be together… I’m too excited to pretend this didn’t happen. We have Fiyero!!! #JonathanBailey #Wicked», - he wrote on Twitter.
The role of Fiyero in the «Wicked» films was one of the leading roles for musical actors. Nick Jonas confirmed in June 2023 that he auditioned for the role of Fiyero. «Yes, it’s true. Joe and I both auditioned, and we didn’t get it. But that’s the actor’s life», - Nick told Variety magazine.
He added, «I think it went really well. I was very happy when I left the room. I’m very excited that this is happening. I’m Fiyero!»
Director Jon M. Chu posted photos from the set of «Wicked» on his Instagram page in April 2023. Two photos showed Cynthia as Elphaba and Ariana as Glinda, running up a staircase in a pink evening gown. «Green and pink. It always starts with green and pink. #WickedMovie coming out in 2024», - he captioned the photos.
Universal Studios has assembled an incredible director and star-studded cast to lead the upcoming two-part adaptations. The films are based on the Tony Award-winning musical that serves as a prequel to «The Wizard of Oz». The film «Wicked» was announced back in 2016, but the process only began to develop in 2021. Fans are thrilled to see the story of «Wicked» come to life on the big screen this time. From the talented cast to the release date, expectations are very high for these two films. Here’s everything you need to know about the upcoming «Wicked» films.
The first film, titled «Wicked: Part One», - will be released on November 27, 2024. The sequel, titled «Wicked: Part Two», - will be released exactly a year later, on November 26, 2025.
Jon explained why the project is divided into two films in April 2022. «As we’ve been developing this production over the past year, it’s become increasingly clear that we couldn’t fit the story of 'Wicked' into one film without doing it a disservice», - Jon wrote on Twitter. «We decided to give ourselves a bigger canvas and make not just one 'Wicked' film, but TWO! With more space, we can tell the story of 'Wicked' as it was meant to be told, adding even more depth and surprises to the journeys of these beloved characters».
Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo were cast as Glinda and Elphaba respectively on November 4, 2021. Both actresses shared the news of their involvement on Instagram. Ariana posted a photo of her hands in front of her face when she heard the news. The pop star also shared screenshots of a three-way call between herself, Cynthia, and Jon, and then just a call between the ladies.
In her post, Cynthia, the British actress, held her hands to her mouth and cried upon learning of her role. Ariana and Cynthia also sent each other flowers with touching notes congratulating each other on their new roles.
Ariana takes on the role of Glinda the Good Witch, originally played by Kristin Chenoweth on Broadway. Cynthia plays Elphaba, originally played by Idina Menzel on Broadway. Both Kristin and Idina congratulated Ariana and Cynthia on landing the iconic roles.
The rest of the cast for the «Wicked» films is also impressive. «Bridgerton» star Jonathan Bailey plays Fiyero, Elphaba’s love interest. Jon Chu confirmed Jonathan’s involvement in September 2022. «He's perfect, they’re perfect. They would be perfect together. Born to be together… I’m too excited to pretend this didn’t happen. We have Fiyero!!! #JonathanBailey #Wicked», - he wrote on Twitter.
The role of Fiyero in the «Wicked» films was one of the leading roles for musical actors. Nick Jonas confirmed in June 2023 that he auditioned for the role of Fiyero. «Yes, it’s true. Joe and I both auditioned, and we didn’t get it. But that’s the actor’s life», - Nick told Variety magazine.
He added, «I think it went really well. I was very happy when I left the room. I’m very excited that this is happening. I’m Fiyero!»
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