It’s hard to imagine a world where Ariana Grande isn’t Glinda in Jon M Chu’s adaptation of Wicked, having just received an Academy Award nomination for her performance. She embodies the spirit of the character and has become so intrinsically linked to Cynthia Erivo’s Elphaba,
The limited-edition set offers a Valentine's-inspired twist on Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande's characters from the hit film.
Holly Willoughby looked stunning as she channelled Glinda from Wicked on Dancing on Ice, and her makeup artist Patsy O'Neill has shared the exact products she used
Ariana Grande, a singer and actress who can count numerous wins and nominations to her name, is now an Oscar nominee for her role in Wicked, a nomination that Grande calls the “absolute honor” of her life.
Wicked is getting a new Elphaba, and she’s about to make history: Lencia Kebede will be the first Black actress to assume the role full time in the Broadway company. Kebede, who recently starred in the touring company of Hamilton,
A new Wicked deleted scene explains why Glinda is unable to do magic despite her dreams of becoming a sorceress.
Wicked will welcome two new leads, including the first Black actress to play Elphaba full time on Broadway! Learn more about the new cast members and find out how to get tickets here!
Embrace Your Authenticity Like Elphaba Elphaba's story revolves around her learning to unapologetically embrace who she is—and what she can do.
In the deleted scene, Elphaba explains that Glinda has never been in a situation that required magic because she hasn't faced significant adversity in her life. Despite her initial struggles at Shiz University, Glinda is later able to use magic in Munchkinland.
Early on, “Wicked” costume designer Paul Tazewell decided that the beauty of Oz needed to be reflected in the wardrobes of Elphaba (Cynthia Erivo) and Glinda (Ariana Grande). This would help define their identities as part of the magical world envisioned by director Jon M. Chu. He took inspiration from “Oz,” the “ Wicked ” novel, and nature.
With a total of 10 Oscar nominations announced on Thursday morning there’s no doubt that Wicked is popular amongst Academy voters. Amongst the throngs of accolades is Ariana Grande who scored her first Oscar nomination for playing the supporting role of Glinda.
Ariana Grande is officially an Oscar nominee for her performance as Glinda The Good Witch in Wicked, and she's celebrating with fellow castmate and boyfriend Ethan Slater with an homage to her character.