What to remember from ‘Wizard of Oz' before seeing ‘Wicked'
Baum's book inspired the 1939 classic starring Judy Garland, “The Wizard of Oz.” “Wicked” the movie, which stars Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande, dips into the past and examines how Elphaba and Galinda (later Glinda) started their own journey to ...
'Wicked' is a prequel to 'The Wizard of Oz.' Here's where it fits in the story's timeline.
"Wicked" is a new prequel to "The Wizard of Oz" story, based on the award-winning Broadway show. Here's how the two stories intersect.
How Do ‘Wicked’ and ‘The Wizard of Oz’ Connect? Us Explains
Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo are the latest stars to step into the iconic roles of Glinda the Good and the Wicked Witch o
Donna Vickroy: With ‘Wicked’ opening in theaters, not many know the connection ‘The Wizard of Oz’ has to Chicago
As “Wizard of Oz” excitement gears up with the film release of “Wicked,” not many know the connections the story and its author L. Frank Baum have to Chicago.
The ‘Wicked’ & ‘Wizard Of Oz’ Timeline, Explained
In the Wicked novel, we learn that the Wizard has ruled Oz for about 40 years, a reign marked by corruption and propaganda. His actions lead to the events that shape Elphaba’s transformation into the “Wicked Witch.” The story culminates when Dorothy’s journey intersects with Elphaba’s — but this time, we see things from the Witch’s perspective.
How Wicked Connects to The Wizard of Oz
While Wicked puts a revisionist spin on the earliest Oz tale, the story's connection to its original source material remains integral.
Before 'Wicked', 'The Wizard Of Oz' Big Connections To Weather
You’ve likely seen "The Wizard Of Oz", if not multiple times, but here are some curious connections between the weather and the yellow brick road that you may not have heard.
Wicked's 14 Wizard Of Oz Easter Eggs
Wicked features many overt references to The Wizard of Oz, but there are a variety of more subtle Easter eggs from the 1939 movie to be found.
Is Wicked a Prequel to The Wizard of Oz? The Answer Isn't As Straightforward As It Seems
The answer to the question is yes, and no. In many ways Wicked is indeed a prequel to The Wizard of Oz, as it tells the backstory of two characters who were a big part of the clas
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How a quiet village turned into the Land of Oz for Wicked
It was all part of shooting Wicked - the Wizard of Oz spin-off, which hit UK cinemas on Friday and stars other A-listers ...
‘Wicked’ Author Gregory Maguire Said Oz Is Similar to 1 Country
Wicked' author Gregory Maguire explained why we keep returning to Oz through the many versions of the classic tale.
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One of the Best Hollywood Adaptations of a Broadway Show, ‘Wicked: Part One’ Adds to the Oz Legacy
Wicked’ is a case where the movie builds upon the original, and in its own way even improves upon the stage version.
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Making Those ‘Wicked’ Library Shelves Spin and More Secrets from the Oz Production Design
“Wicked” posed the greatest world-building challenge of production designer Nathan Crowley’s prodigious career, surpassing ...
Love Wicked? Learn More About the Novel That Inspired the Movie — And Gregory Maguire’s Other Oz Books
The upcoming 'Wicked' movie starring Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo is based upon Gregory Maguire's 1995 novel, itself an ...
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Cynthia Erivo says Margaret Hamilton's Wicked Witch in “The Wizard of Oz” was a major touchstone for her
When people see her, they will scream... Cynthia Erivo knew there was no way she could play Elphaba, the girl who becomes the ...
‘Wizard of Oz’ ruby slippers, Wicked Witch hat up for auction
The ruby slippers worn by Judy Garland and the Wicked Witch hat worn by Margaret Hamilton during the filming of Four pairs of ...
Wicked: Why the Iconic Ruby Slippers Aren’t Red, Explained
Think those legendary ruby slippers from The Wizard of Oz are making a comeback in the new Wicked movie? Think again. In a ...