Composer Stephen Schwartz of ‘Wicked’ Protests Kennedy Center Over Name Change, Describing It as ‘Political’
Broadway composer Stephen Schwartz announced he will not perform at the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts following a decision by its board, which labeled the venue as “political” and determined to change its name. “The Kennedy Center was intended to be an apolitical space for artists of various backgrounds and beliefs,” Schwartz explained, suggesting […]
‘Wicked: For Good’ Arrives Digitally, But When Will It Be Available for Free Streaming on Peacock?
Wicked: For Good Set for Digital Release We’ve had our fun singing together in theaters, but now, the opportunity to sing “No Good Deed” can happen right from your living room. Wicked: For Good will be available for purchase and rental on digital platforms starting tomorrow. Directed by Jon M. Chu, with a screenplay by […]
Do we enjoy the ‘Wicked’ films because we disdain purity?
While watching Jon M. Chu’s “Wicked: For Good” last week, I found myself thinking about David Lynch, a director with a style that’s, well, quite different. This comparison came up while watching Alexandre Philippe’s impressive documentary “Lynch/Oz” from 2022, which dives into how Lynch was, surprisingly, influenced by “The Wizard of Oz,” a classic in […]
American Girl ‘Wicked’ dolls create a huge resale craze
This holiday season, certain toys are putting quite a dent in shoppers’ pockets—though not in a good way. American Girl recently launched two limited edition dolls from their “hue” Collector Series: the stunning Glinda and the rather unusual Elphaba. They made their debut on September 22, just ahead of the highly anticipated sequel “Wicked: For […]
“Wicked: For Good” charms the box office once again
It did “evil” good. “Wicked: For Good” soared to the top spot this past Friday, raking in $68.68 million at the box office, as reported by The Numbers. This sequel, following last year’s “Wicked,” offers an emotional, extended version of the second act of the beloved Broadway musical, according to the Post. Ariana Grande, who […]
How Bethany Weaver secured her dream role as Dorothy in ‘Wicked: For Good’
Bethany Weaver Takes on the Role of Dorothy in “Wicked: For Good” Bethany Weaver has been dedicated to dance for much of her life. She recently stepped into the spotlight as Dorothy Gale in “Wicked: For Good,” which debuted in theaters on Friday. This is a role she hinted at a couple of years back. […]
‘Wicked: For Good’ Review: Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande shine in a dark conclusion
Wicked: For Good Trailer Universal Pictures has released a trailer for “Wicked: For Good,” featuring Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande. The film is directed by Jon M. Chu. The witches are back, ready to wrap up their story. Erivo returns as Elphaba and Grande as Glinda in this follow-up to last year’s hit adaptation of […]
Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande’s Unusual ‘Wicked’ Promotion Tour Called Off
Speculation Surrounding the Cancellation of “Wicked: For Good” Tour Universal made an announcement that Cynthia Erivo lost her voice during the “Wicked: For Good” tour, leading her co-star Ariana Grande to declare she wouldn’t proceed without her. The official line, however, feels a bit hollow. There’s been chatter that the tour’s cancellation was due to […]
Ariana Grande’s Eternal Sunshine Tour: How to purchase tickets following the premiere of Wicked
Ariana Grande is heading out on tour, and it’s not just about the land of Oz. Starting in June 2026, she will kick off her much-anticipated “Eternal Sunshine Tour,” which supports her upcoming album set to drop in March 2024. The tour will feature 41 shows across North America. Interestingly, this may be one of […]
Ariana Grande quiets photographers at the ‘Wicked’ movie premiere event
Ariana Grande Stuns at the Final Premiere of “Wicked: For Good” Ariana Grande made quite an entrance on the red carpet at the final premiere of “Wicked: For Good.” Dressed in a chic black and white strapless gown and sporting her trademark ponytail, she captured everyone’s attention. In a video that’s been circulating, Grande can […]