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Cynthia Erivo reveals why she and Ariana Grande can't stop crying as Wicked 2's release date is confirmed

The two stars, who portray Elphaba and Glinda, have been playfully mocked for their teary appearances on social media

Evening Standard

“It was an immediate no-brainer for Cynthia and I. We both were like, ‘well, of course we’re singing live’”: Ariana Grande says that there was never any doubt that the Wicked movie vocals would be recorded on set

“Our movie set was also a recording studio,” confirms director Jon M Chu

MusicRadar

Ariana Grande: Glinda might be 'in the closet'

Ariana Grande thinks her 'Wicked' character, Glinda, might be "a little in the closet" but has experienced "true love" with Elphaba.

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'Wicked' Twitter Reviews: Fans hail musical as 'the best Broadway-to-screen adaptation' of all time; Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande tipped as Oscar favourites

It's finally time to head down the yellow brick road or hop on a train to Emerald City with the release of the highly-anticipated musical 'Wicked'.

The Times of India

Ariana Grande's body-shaming timeline

With "Wicked" in theaters, the focus on the singer's weight has been revived once again

Salon

AP PHOTOS: Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande cut a 'Wicked' swath around the world

In “Wicked,” Elphaba and Glinda travel from Shiz University to the Emerald City on a glistening green train to meet the wizard. In real life, Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande have traveled much farther and wider and longer — and on airplanes — to promote their hotly anticipated film.

The Independent UK

Wicked review: a stunning film adaptation that avoids all the usual pitfalls of moving musicals from the stage to the screen

The journey from successful stage musical to big-screen adaptation is rarely truly successful. From director Joshua Logan’s use of coloured filters in the 1950s adaptation of South Pacific (which looks as if something is wrong) to Tom Hooper’s recent mega-mess movie of Cats, there are so many pitfalls to avoid.

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Wicked’s Defying Gravity is a musical theatre anthem – and a battle cry for outsiders

As director Jon M Chu’s first instalment of the mega-musical adaptation Wicked arrives in cinemas, a new audience of fans is connecting with Stephen Schwartz’s memorable score. Featuring hits including Popular, The Wizard and I and For Good, the musical is particularly loved for its celebration of female characters in…

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Wicked director says he knew he'd captured movie magic with Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande on the very first day of shooting

Exclusive: Jon M. Chu talks Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande making Elphaba and Glinda their own

Total Film

I was worried about ‘Wicked’ the movie — but I actually loved it

'Wicked" the movie has heart, smarts and courage

Tom’s Guide

Ariana Grande auditioned for a different role in Wicked, director Jon M. Chu reveals

Before she landed the role of Glinda in 'Wicked', Ariana Grande auditioned to be the other witch, Elphaba, in the upcoming musical blockbuster.

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Cynthia Erivo reveals the real reason why she went entire days without bathroom breaks while filming Wicked

‘Once I’m in my costume - and this is probably a terrible idea - and the harness is on, I’m not doing it’

The Independent UK

The Wicked movie is fun and well acted – but why does it look so terrible?

3/5 Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande showcase phenomenal vocal ability in this adaptation of the blockbuster musical, but they’re let down by a film that is aggressively overlit and shot like a TV advert

The Independent UK

Wicked review: "Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo will have you defying gravity"

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Evening Standard

Wicked review: will cast a spell on fanatics but its pacing needs a bit more va va broom

3/5 This story of self-acceptance and female empowerment is visually ravishing but with part one an hour longer than The Wizard of Oz even the superfans may wish they’d get a move on

The Guardian - UK

Wicked review – Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande are a blast in sugar-rush Wizard of Oz fantasy

Stephen Schwartz’s musical prequel has been brought to the big screen, with Erivo’s charismatic Elphaba exerting a planetary pull over a star-studded cast

Salon

Wicked: A bewitching vision about power

Cynthia Erivo is moving while Ariana Grande delights in an entertaining holiday event film that defies expectations

WhatToWatch

Wicked review: Ariana Grande, Cythina Erivo are magical in bringing popular musical to big screen

Wicked, starring Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo, does everything fans of the musical could dream of in one of the best musicals in years.

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The Independent UK

Theaters issue warning to fans heading to see Wicked

‘Wicked’ premiered in theaters on November 22

The Independent UK

Cynthia Erivo expertly shuts down Dax Shepard’s crude question about her talon nails

British actor has been sporting extra long nails on the ‘Wicked’ press tour

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Cynthia Erivo Puts Comedian In His Place After Personal Hygiene Question About Her Long Nails

“I knew you would ask that question.” The post Cynthia Erivo Puts Comedian In His Place After Personal Hygiene Question About Her Long Nails first appeared on Bored Panda.

Marie Claire

Dax Shepard Asks Cynthia Erivo About "Wiping" With Her Long Nails, And Her Response Is Perfect

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The Independent UK

Judy Garland’s daughter shares her honest opinion of Wicked

Lorna Luft called the film ‘everything I wanted it to be’

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Cynthia Erivo hits back at 'annoying' question everyone asks about her long nails

'Wicked' star Cynthia Erivo gets annoyed when people ask the same question about her long nails.

Tom’s Guide

5 best Oz movies to watch before 'Wicked'

If you're excited to see 'Wicked,' check out these five other cinematic journeys to the magical land of Oz.

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