Dive into the captivating world of Wicked as Cynthia Erivo takes flight as Elphaba, bringing a powerful and deeply personal touch to the iconic role. With her breathtaking vocals and emotionally charged performance, Cynthia redefines the misunderstood Wicked Witch, infusing the character with unparalleled depth and humanity. Discover how she transforms Elphaba’s journey into a soul-stirring experience that’s as magical as it is unforgettable.
Wicked Cast:
Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo, Jonathan Bailey, Ethan Slater, Marissa Bode, Michelle Yeoh and Jeff Goldblum
Wicked Part 1 is now playing in theaters everywhere!
Wicked Cast:
Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo, Jonathan Bailey, Ethan Slater, Marissa Bode, Michelle Yeoh and Jeff Goldblum
Wicked Part 1 is now playing in theaters everywhere!
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00:00I was fiercely protective of this character because I really wanted for people to see
00:14her as more than just the green girl.
00:17You're green.
00:20I am.
00:23I really wanted for people to see her humanity, and her light, and her joy, so that we could
00:41go on a journey together.
00:53The wonderful Wizard of Oz summons you to the Emerald City.
01:03I'm kind of overwhelmed by how much outpouring there has been.
01:07I'm really overwhelmed by how much love there is and how much want there is to see this
01:11film.
01:12I knew you'd understand.
01:13That makes me so happy.
01:18I feel extremely lucky to be the conduit to be able to give this to people, and I'm glad
01:28that there's such warm, open arms waiting to receive us.
01:35I don't know if I've had a greater thrill than flying around on wires whilst singing
01:42live.
01:43It's a really strange sensation because I have to shift the way I breathe in order to
01:52sing.
01:53It is one of the most exhilarating feelings ever.
02:08I remember watching Cynthia perform at the Oscars, and being in utter awe of her, and
02:14thinking, there's no better performer on the planet.
02:17I remember being so moved, and just thinking, I hope I get the chance to sing with her one
02:21day.
02:22And here we are.
02:23You can do anything.
02:24I know.
02:25The way Cynthia plays Elphaba is just such a master class.
02:31I saw all the innocence and all the love for a character like this, it's in her eyes.
02:39You see a personal connection.
02:41It was very moving.
02:46I love Elphaba for who she is, and what she represents, and what she's going to mean to
02:52other people.
02:53I'm not afraid.
02:59It's the wizard who should be afraid of me.
03:02And I hope that whoever watches this, whoever feels like they don't fit, like they're different
03:11or odd, I hope that they feel seen, because I know I did.
03:22Wicked encourages us to share all the sides of ourselves, and not be afraid to be open
03:28about who we are, as long as it comes from kindness and love.
03:42There's real wonder and defiance in this beautiful character, and I think there's a bit of wonder
03:48and defiance in a lot of us.
03:50There's certainly wonder and defiance in me.
03:52Come with me.
03:53Think of what we could do together.
03:57If I can keep that wonder alive, if I can keep the magic alive in anyone, then I'm doing
04:06the right job.