"Wicked" star Cynthia Erivo on building trust with Ariana ... - CBS News
Dec 2, 2024 · On Christmas Day, a sing-a-long version of Wicked will be released in theaters, according to Erivo. The actress said that playing Elphaba - who goes on to become the Wicked Witch of the West in...
Cynthia Erivo says she co-wrote a song for 'Wicked' sequel
5 days ago · Cynthia Erivo revealed that she worked with 'Wicked' composer Stephen Schwartz to co-write a new song for Elphaba for next year's 'Wicked: For Good': 'I don't know if you're ready for it.'
Cynthia Erivo Pushed for Elphaba to Have Micro-Braids in
Dec 18, 2024 · Cynthia Erivo told 'Variety' the hairstyle was "a direct connection between me as a Black woman and Elphaba as a green lady." Erivo portrayed the iconic character in the latest rendition of 'Wicked.'
'Wicked': Cynthia Erivo on Elphaba as a Black Queer Woman
Nov 26, 2024 · Last Friday night, “ Wicked ” star Cynthia Erivo surprised a theater full of moviegoers at the Odeon Leicester Square in her hometown of London. As the actor walked onto the small stage, the...
Cynthia Erivo Says She Co-Wrote New Song for 'Wicked' Sequel
5 days ago · Although Jon Chu’s film adaptation of Wicked largely stuck to the stage version for its first part, Cynthia Erivo has confirmed the sequel will feature two brand new songs.. The Elphaba actress ...
Cynthia Erivo’s 'Wicked' Greenification Details Revealed (Exclusive)
Nov 21, 2024 · Cynthia Erivo Pushed for Elphaba to Have Micro-Braids in Wicked to Make a 'Direct Connection' to Her as a Black Woman
Cynthia Erivo Wanted Her 'Wicked' Character Elphaba to Reflect …
Dec 10, 2024 · "I wanted Elphaba’s long nails, her micro braids and her boldness to reflect not just her greenness but my blackness," said Erivo.
Cynthia Erivo on 'Wicked', Ariana Grande, Her Faith, and …
Nov 14, 2024 · Cynthia Erivo’s Elphaba has micro-braids. They’re new for the character, who was made iconic on Broadway with straight hair under the pointy hat.
Cynthia Erivo's Elphaba Is Black | Wicked Interview
Nov 22, 2024 · Now, over a decade later on the big screen, Elphaba has micro braids and Cynthia Erivo’s face so the character’s greenness is undeniably informed by her Blackness. Not only did Erivo make...
In 'Wicked: Part I', Cynthia Erivo defies gravity - NPR
Nov 22, 2024 · Since 2000, actresses all over the country — and the world — have played Elphaba, and the latest powerhouse singer to don green face paint and belt that signature gravity-defying high note is...