The film adaptation ofWicked, set to release in 2024, has generated a great deal of excitement among fans due to its star-studded cast and talented creative team.Ariana Grandewill be taking on the role of Galinda Upland, while the talented Cynthia Erivo will be portraying Elphaba Thropp. The film is directed by Jon M. Chu, who is known for his work onCrazy Rich AsiansandIn the Heights, and promises to be a grand spectacle that will do justice to the beloved musical.Entertainment Tonightrecently released a video showcasing Ariana Grande’s performance of “No One Mourns the Wicked,” the opening song from the musicalWicked.In the video, Grande can be seen standing on a platform above a vibrant and colorful village reminiscent of the Munchkinland from The Wizard of Oz. Grande is dressed in Glinda’s iconic pink dress, and her performance appears to be a lip-synced rendition of the song. Check it out below.
Wickedis a musical that has been enchanting audiences since its premiere in 2003, becoming one of the most successful productions in Broadway history. The musical explores the backstory of the witches in Oz and their unlikely friendship. Galinda Upland, a popular and bubbly student, and Elphaba Thropp, a smart and misunderstood outsider, come from different worlds but bond over their shared experiences and dreams. However, their friendship takes a dark turn, ultimately leading to the creation of the Good Witch and the Wicked Witch of the West. The musical has become a beloved classic due to its empowering message, catchy songs, and impressive production values.
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Wicked Film Adaptation to be Released in Two Parts
TheWickedfilm adaptation has been highly anticipated by fans of the popular musical and novel, andrecent set photoshave given them a glimpse of what to expect. Ariana Grande is seen in a flowing pink dress as Glinda, while Cynthia Erivo appears in costume as the iconic Elphaba, the Wicked Witch of the West. The cast also includes Michelle Yeoh, Jeff Goldblum, Jonathan Bailey, Ethan Slater, and Marissa Bode, who will be playing key roles in the movie.
One of the main challenges facing the filmmakers was how to adapt a beloved stage musical into a movie that would appeal to both fans of the musical and newcomers to the story. The decision to split the movie into two parts was made in order to allow for a more faithful adaptation of the source material, and to ensure that key elements of the story were included. The film will also draw inspiration from the original novel by Gregory Maguire, which means that fans of the book will likely see elements of the story that were left out of the stage version. While fans will have to wait a while before they can see the movie in its entirety, the recent set photos and video have only served to heighten anticipation for what is sure to be a magical cinematic experience.
