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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

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 post-credits: Is there a Wicked Part One post-credits scene?

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Wicked ending explained: Easter eggs, cameos, differences to the Broadway musical, and more

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Total Film

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.

The Conversation

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

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"

Total Film

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

Evening Standard

Wicked: A bewitching vision about power

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

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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

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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.

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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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Cynthia Erivo could identify with her 'odd one out' Wicked character

Cynthia Erivo found it easy relating to her 'Wicked' alter ego Elphaba as she has often felt as if she is an outsider.

Evening Standard

Cynthia Erivo says feeling the ‘odd one out’ drew her to Elphaba role in Wicked

Wicked will be released in the UK on November 22.

Evening Standard

Greenwich gets a Wicked makeover as musical adaption arrives in cinemas

The royal borough is celebrating all things Ozian in a nod to the brand new Wicked film

Marie Claire

Cynthia Erivo Wears Two Dazzling Manicures at Once at the Mexico City 'Wicked' Premiere

The star doubled down on her nail art obsession.

The Independent UK

Ethan Slater landing the role of Boq in 'Wicked' has an element of magic to it

Ethan Slater, best-known for his Tony-nominated starring role in Broadway's “SpongeBob SquarePants” brings his talent to the big screen in the musical adaptation of “Wicked," out Nov. 22

Fortune

Mattel was supposed to have a hit with its 'Wicked' dolls ahead of the movie premiere. But it backfired

Toy manufacturer apologizes for misprint on “Wicked” dolls that direct to an adult site.

Evening Standard

Nosferatu perfume to Wicked mac-n-cheese – how movie merch went bonkers

If you want to smell like a vampire or have your microwave meal tell you if you’re more Glinda then Elphaba, there’s a product for that

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