Wicked: For Good will soon arrive for all the world to see. BroadwayWorld collected all the information we could about the upcoming film - including who's starring, what viewers can expect, and what will change from stage to screen.
Part one of the Wicked movie soundtrack is finally here! Listen to it here, but a spoiler warning is in order- some tracks include cameos that listeners may want to save until they see the movie themselves
NO ONE MOURNS THE WICKED. While Andrew Lloyd Webber’s 'Evita' begins with Argentinians mourning the death of their beloved Eva Peron, the Ozians of the fictional Land of Oz in Stephen Schwartz’s 'Wicked' rejoice for the supposed death of their perceived nemesis, The Wicked Witch of the West,” in Broadway’s hit musical, now a monumental motion picture, helmed by Jon M. Chu.
BroadwayWorld spoke with Wicked author Gregory Maguire about the new film adaptation starring Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo, his new book Elphie: A Wicked Childhood, and much more. Read the full interview here.
The official Wicked movie account has released an updated version of the 'Popular' music video, following a previous one that included an incorrect lyric. Watch the new video here!
Ma-Yi Theater Company and The Public Theater announced the cast for SUMO 相撲, featuring a diverse ensemble of performers. The production explores themes of tradition and identity through the lens of sumo wrestling.
Take a peek behind the scenes of Emerald City! In a new video, viewers can get a closer look at the many moving parts it takes to bring the world of Wicked to life. Watch the promo now!
Two new clips have just dropped from the Wicked movie! The videos include a full minute each of Ariana Grande's Popular and Cynthia Erivo's The Wizard and I, respectively, offering fans the largest sampling of the numbers to date. Watch them both here!
Music stores across the country will host official listening parties to celebrate the soundtrack for the new Wicked movie. From November 22-24, fans can head to a local music store to listen to the new soundtrack. The parties will also include exclusive giveaways and prizes.
Steppenwolf Theatre Company and Mark Cortale will present two lively musical performances with five-time Tony Award nominee and Northwestern alum Brian d'Arcy James with Music Director Dan Lipton.
Ariana Grande fans will notice something slightly different when reading the credits for the new Wicked movie. According to multiple reports, the pop superstar opted to be credited using her full legal name 'Ariana Grande-Butera' for the two-part film.
Fandango and E! News have joined forces to give fans a front-row seat to an immersive livestream of the most anticipated movie premiere of the year for Universal Pictures’ new cinematic event, Wicked, on November 9th from 4pm to 6pm PT/ 7pm to 9pm ET, live from Los Angeles.
A new Wicked video has dropped, serving as an introduction to the beloved Munchkin folk who live in the Land of Oz. The video includes new footage, presumably from the beginning of the film when Glinda arrives to relay the story of her late friend Elphaba. Watch it now!
Just in time for the Wicked movie hitting theaters in November, SusieCakes Bakery will release a themed pink and green cake to celebrate the occasion. For a limited time only starting Friday, November 1, Wicked fans will be able to purchase the Wickedly Popular Cake both online or at one of SusieCakes's 29 locations. Take a look at photos here!
Cynthia Erivo and Wicked director Jon M. Chu are taking us behind the scenes on the set of the film as the Broadway powerhouse rehearses and performs Elphaba's number The Wizard and I. Watch the video now!
Ariana Grande has Glinda energy in a new video that captures one week on the set of the Wicked movie. In the video, Grande and director Jon M. Chu recall some of the most memorable moments on set including freestyle comedy, jumping on beds, falling off balconies, and more. Watch it now!
A new Wicked teaser is circulating, which contains new moments and previously unseen shots from the upcoming movie. The teaser also features new dialogue from Elphaba, Nessarose, and Glinda. Watch it now!
Attention, students! Wicked fans can now receive an official Shiz University Student ID. To create an ID and be added to the Shiz student directory, interested parties must fill out a short form on the Shiz website with a first name and a photo. Watch the video to learn more!
Two more editions of the Wicked soundtrack have just been announced, reserved for the biggest Wicked fans. Both Fan Edition variants, shipping on December 6, consist of extra goodies not found in the standard editions of the soundtrack.