Elphie, a new prequel novel exploring the childhood of Wicked's Elphaba Thropp, is now on shelves. In an interview with the Today Show, author Gregory Maguire talked about the long line of Elphaba performers and their influence on how he depicts the famed character. Watch the interview!
While you wait to hear Ariana Grande sing 'For Good' in the second Wicked movie this fall, get a first listen from a resurfaced video with Little Shop of Horrors star Elizabeth Gillies!
Rejoicify! Peacock subscribers can now stream the blockbuster film adaptation of the hit Broadway musical. In addition to the original theatrical version, viewers can experience the magic of the film with a Sing-Along version and more bonus content.
Ariana Grande has revealed the titles of the six new tracks on her upcoming deluxe album, including Track 19 which is inspired by the location where she stayed during the filming of Wicked in 2023.
Earlier this week, HarperCollins released Wicked: The Graphic Novel Part 1, a new way to experience the novel that inspired the hit Broadway musical and two-part film adaptation.
Following Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo's breathtaking performances at the 97th Oscars, BroadwayWorld has learned that many viewers are flocking to Spotify to check out some of the original renditions of the Ozian-themed songs.
Tonight at the 97th Academy Awards, Wicked stars and Oscar nominees Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande took the stage to perform a medley of songs from the world of Oz. Watch the performance here!
Nathan Crowley and Lee Sandales have won an Academy Award for Best Production Design for their work on the Wicked movie. This is the first win and sixth nomination for Crowley, and the first win and third nomination for Crowley as a set decorator.
Good news! Paul Tazewell has won an Academy Award for Best Costume Design for his work on the Wicked movie. This is the first win and second nomination for Tazewell.
In a new clip from Countdown to the Oscars with Robin Roberts: A Special Edition of 20/20, Wicked star Cynthia Erivo receives a special video message from a former theater teacher who taught the performer as a teenager. Watch the clip here!
The soundtrack for the Wicked movie has reached over one billion streams, another milestone for the first part of the big-screen Broadway adaptation. The soundtrack was originally released on November 22, 2024, the same day as its debut in theaters.
Universal has just revealed that Elphaba and Glinda will be present during Universal Fan Fest Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood. Attendees will be able to meet the costumed characters for a photo op during the event, which opens in April.
In a new promo for Kelly and Mark's annual After the Oscars show, Ripa and Consuelos parody Wicked, specifically channeling Glinda and Fiyero. Watch the video here!
Rejoycify! Following rumors that Wicked's Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande would kick off the Academy Awards this Sunday, it has been confirmed that they will indeed perform at the awards ceremony.
At the SAG Awards this past weekend, Broadway alum Cristin Milioti recalled her audition to play Elphaba in the acclaimed Wicked movie. She explained that, though she didn't get the part, director Jon M. Chu was 'really kind' about her audition.
Univeral's theme park chief Mark Woodbury has revealed that the highly successful Wicked movie will serve as the inspiration for secret 'significant attractions' that may come to the company's theme parks in the future.
Last night, an event was held in celebration of Paul Tazewell's Oscar nomination for his costume design for the film adaptation of Wicked. BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out photos here!
Wicked will begin streaming on Peacock next month. The blockbuster film adaptation of the hit musical will be available to Peacock subscribers in March. Enjoy a sing-along version, deleted scenes, and more. Don't miss this blockbuster adaptation of the hit musical
This past weekend, the Wicked movie won Best Costume Design and Production Design at the BAFTA Film Awards. During the ceremony, costume designer Paul Tazewell and production designers Nathan Crowley and Lee Sandales took the stage to accept the awards. Watch their acceptance speeches here!
Ariana Grande has taken to Instagram to share a new behind-the-scenes look at Stephen Schwartz on the Wicked film set. Her post also includes several other clips with co-stars Cynthia Erivo, Jonathan Bailey, and Ethan Slater.
Following the success of the Wicked movie, Ariana Grande has received multiple offers for upcoming film projects, including Josh Gad's Spaceballs sequel.
On CBS Sunday Morning, the television program shared a clip of Oscar-nominee Cynthia Erivo performing the iconic song Defying Gravity from Wicked. Watch the clip now!
Platt revealed his original plan for the films at nominees breakfast for the Producers Guild of America. “I remember going to the movies as a kid and watching musicals or Lawrence of Arabia that had intermissions in it, and that was actually my dream for Wicked, that we could do it with intermission. That was one battle I lost.”
Winners have been announced for the 27th CDGA (Costume Designers Guild Awards), including Paul Tazewell for his costume work on the Wicked movie adaptation. Take a look at the full list of winners here!