All articles tagged with #wicked
Originally Published 3 days ago — by Variety
Ariana Grande defends her acting career, especially her role as Glinda in 'Wicked,' emphasizing her dedication and the emotional depth required. She discusses the differences between music and acting, her recent award nominations, and her love for the craft, while also addressing the skepticism she has faced and her future projects.
Originally Published 6 days ago — by variety.com
Cynthia Erivo will miss the 83rd Golden Globes due to her commitments to a West End production of 'Dracula,' where she plays 23 characters, including Dracula, while her acclaimed role in 'Wicked' earns her a Golden Globe nomination. The play's previews begin February 4, preventing her from attending the ceremony.
Originally Published 7 days ago — by AL.com
Bret Hanna-Shuford, a Broadway actor known for roles in 'Wicked' and 'Beauty and the Beast,' died at 46 after battling two rare cancers, leaving behind a grieving family and a legacy in theater.
Originally Published 8 days ago — by Deadline
Bret Hanna-Shuford, a Broadway actor known for roles in Wicked and The Little Mermaid, has died at age 46 due to Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis and T-Cell Lymphoma. He was also seen in various TV shows and films, and is survived by his husband Stephen and their son Maverick.
Originally Published 9 days ago — by NBC News
Stephen Schwartz, composer of 'Wicked,' has withdrawn from a Kennedy Center event in protest of the Trump administration's takeover and renaming of the venue, citing concerns over the center's shift from its original mission of apolitical artistic expression. Despite conflicting reports about his scheduled involvement, the controversy has led to multiple artist cancellations and legal challenges against the venue's renaming.
Originally Published 14 days ago — by BBC
Cynthia Erivo, a British actress and singer of Nigerian descent, has been awarded an MBE for her contributions to music and drama, reflecting her successful career including Broadway, film, and TV roles, and her pursuit of EGOT status. Her journey from a nativity play solo to international stardom highlights her resilience and talent, with notable roles in Wicked and The Color Purple, and multiple award nominations and wins.
Originally Published 26 days ago — by The New York Times
The success of the 'Wicked' film adaptations starring Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande has significantly boosted the Broadway show's sales and global presence, proving that movies can enhance interest in stage productions rather than diminish it.
Originally Published 1 month ago — by NPR
Paul Tazewell, renowned costume designer and first Black man to win an Oscar for costume design, discusses his work on 'Wicked,' highlighting how costumes like Glinda's iridescent dress and Elphaba's black attire tell silent stories about the characters' identities and histories, influenced by his lifelong fascination with Oz and his personal background in textiles and design.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Vulture
Ariana Grande and Ethan Slater are reportedly still in a relationship despite online rumors and public appearances that suggest otherwise. They have been seen holding hands and spending private time together, and sources indicate they are doing their best to keep their relationship private amid media speculation.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Just Jared
Ariana Grande and Ethan Slater are still together despite rumors of their breakup, with a source confirming their ongoing relationship amid media speculation, and they continue to make time for each other despite busy schedules.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by TMZ
Despite ongoing rumors and media speculation, sources confirm that Ariana Grande and Ethan Slater are still dating and doing well, with witnesses and insiders emphasizing their strong relationship and private nature.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Vulture
A fan found Cynthia Erivo's expensive Schiaparelli hat at a theater in London a year ago and kept it, unaware of its owner. After discovering it belonged to Erivo, the fan, Clara, contacted her and returned the hat in Paris, where Erivo gratefully received it back.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by The Hollywood Reporter
Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo, along with the cast of 'Wicked: For Good', attended the London European premiere, marking their final performances as Glinda and Elphaba before the film's release on November 21. The event celebrated the film's success and the emotional journey of the cast, with director Jon M. Chu expressing pride in sharing the movie with fans.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by TVLine
The article discusses deleted scenes and cut songs from the NBC special of Wicked, highlighting behind-the-scenes content and edits made to the show.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Vulture
'Wicked: One Wonderful Night' was a televised celebration on NBC, filmed like an awards show at the Dolby Theatre, highlighting the Wicked franchise's cultural impact and upcoming film, and serving as a major promotional event ahead of the 'Wicked: For Good' premiere.