Jon M. Chu News

Photo: Ariana Grande Reveals New WICKED-Inspired Tattoo

by Michael Major — August 24, 2023

Ariana Grande has revealed a new tattoo inspired by a song from Wicked in her latest Instagram post.

Jacob's Pillow Reveals Artists and Schedule of Events For 10 Pillow Lab Residencies

by Chloe Rabinowitz — August 22, 2023

Get the latest updates on Jacob's Pillow Lab Residencies, including the artists involved and the schedule of events.

James Monroe Iglehart, Michael Urie, Leslie Rodriguez Kritzer Will Lead SPAMALOT

by Nicole Rosky — August 9, 2023

The court of the St.

Wake Up With BWW 7/20: HERE LIES LOVE Opens, GREY HOUSE Sets Closing Date, and More!

by — July 20, 2023

Top stories: Here Lies Love opens tonight, Wicked film release date unaffected by SAG-AFTRA strike, Grey House sets closing date, and more.

WICKED Movie Release Dates Unaffected by SAG-AFTRA Strike, Director Jon M. Chu Confirms

by Michael Major — July 19, 2023

Director Jon M.

WICKED: PART TWO to Premiere Earlier Than Expected

by Michael Major — June 20, 2023

Universal has shifted the premiere date for the second part of the Wicked movie to a month earlier than its original release date.

Carl Man Will Join Laura Pick in the UK and Ireland Tour of WICKED

by Stephi Wild — May 11, 2023

WICKED will fly to cities in England, Scotland, Wales, and the Republic of Ireland from December 2023 and producers today confirmed that the previously announced Laura Pick (Elphaba) will be joined by Carl Man as 'Fiyero', reuniting these two former Wicked West End cast members.

Boston Conservatory At Berklee To Honor Cynthia Erivo And Awadagin Pratt At Commencement Ceremony

by Chloe Rabinowitz — April 20, 2023

Boston Conservatory at Berklee Interim Executive Director Lucinda Carver will present an honorary doctorate in person to acclaimed concert pianist Awadagin Pratt and virtually to Emmy-, Grammy-, and Tony-winning actress, singer, author, and producer Cynthia Erivo at the Conservatory's commencement c

Wake Up With BWW 4/17: THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA Closes, Plus a Message From Andrew and Celia Keenan-Bolger

by — April 17, 2023

Top stories: Inside closing night of The Phantom of the Opera on Broadway, plus a video message from Andrew and Celia Keenan-Bolger!

Photos: Director Jon M Chu Shares First Look at Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande in WICKED Movie

by Blair Ingenthron — April 16, 2023

On his Instagram account, director Jon M Chu shared a first look at Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba and Ariana Grande as Glinda in the two-part Wicked film adaptation currently filming in the U.

Wake Up With BWW 4/13: FAT HAM Reviews, JOSEPH... Film, Plus a Message From Danny Burstein!

by — April 13, 2023

Top stories: Read reviews for Fat Ham, a new film adaptation of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat is in the works, plus watch a video message from Danny Burstein in honor of BroadwayWorld's anniversary!

Jon M. Chu to Direct JOSEPH & THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT Film Adaptation

by Michael Major — April 12, 2023

After directing the Wicked movie musical, Jon M.

Photo: Ariana Grande Shares WICKED Update Halfway Through Filming

by Michael Major — April 3, 2023

Ariana Grande has shared a new photo from the set of Wicked, revealing that they are halfway done with filming.

Sherry Lansing, Rita Cooper Lee and Others to be Honored at the 6th Annual AAFCA Special Achievement Awards

by Michael Major — March 20, 2023

The intimate, invitation-only affair will honor trailblazing producer and studio executive Sherry Lansing with the Legacy Award for her prolific contributions to the industry as well as for her philanthropic endeavors.

WICKED: PART ONE Film Shifts Release Date to Thanksgiving 2024

by Michael Major — March 14, 2023

The first Wicked movie will be released earlier than expected! It stars Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba and Grammy Winner Ariana Grande as Glinda, Jonathan Bailey as Fiyero, alongside Ethan Slater as Boq, Michelle Yeoh and Jeff Goldblum as Madame Morrible and the Wizard, respectively, and Marissa