First performed in 2003, the story is set in the Land of Oz before and after Dorothy’s arrival, and explores the complex friendship between the fiery green-skinned Elphaba and bubbly blonde ...
Cynthia Erivo has also spoken in depth about the process of landing the role of Elphaba, for which she went on to receive an Oscar nomination and other honors. During a previous interview with The ...
The award-winning film — directed by Jon M. Chu and starring Ariana Grande as Glinda and Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba — hit theaters on Nov. 22, 2024, and premiered on Peacock on March 21.