Cynthia Erivo brings a nuanced understanding to the role of Wicked’s Elphaba as she critiques censorship and social hierarchies, warns against fascism and exposes the hollowness of ruling-class ...

A subtle but sinister detail used in Wicked's Defying Gravity scene hints at who was truly responsible for Elphaba's ...

As the movie makes its streaming debut on Peacock, the parallels have only become more pronounced — and more disturbing.

Wicked's Broadway run recently made history as the first Black full-time Elphaba, Lencia Kebede, made her debut ...

Within “Wicked’s” storyline, “Defying Gravity” marks Elphaba’s reaction to discovering the Wizard of Oz does not actually have the magical powers that he claims to hold. Elphaba goes ...

Despite being pitied for the color of their skin or wheelchair use, the film’s characters don’t let society define them—or their power. However, as the movie progressed, I shockingly began relating ...

It’s popular, and it’s on Peacock. US viewers can watch Wicked online from Friday, March 21 when the award-winning film arrives on NBC Universal’s streaming service. Alongside the hit musical’s debut, ...