Several of the hits on Ariana Grande‘s debut album might not have been possible without Jordin Sparks, according to a producer who worked on the project.
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Fans of the Broadway musical "Wicked" are getting their first little taste of the upcoming big screen adaptation. Director John M. Chu, who also directed the hit film "Crazy Rich Asians," tweeted out an image of Elphaba and Glinda, played by Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande respectively, in a tease for the movie.
"You weren’t told the whole story. What happens when you veer off the Yellow Brick Road? Here is your very FIRST LOOK of #WickedMovie … currently in production in Oz." "Wicked" is being broken into two parts, with the first part set to release Christmas Day 2024, and the second Christmas Day 2025. Some fans have noted the images are dark and it's hard to see much detail of Grande and Erivo.
"I know it's still being shot and it won't be ready until next year, but will the final versions of these two shots be brighter than this? Please confirm," requested one person. "Girl please turn on the lights by the time I can watch this movie," a commenter joked. "Looks like Wicked has been ‘Tim Burton-ised’ It's a bright, in your face show.These just look dark," said another.
Chu responded, "Don’t worry, color is in my DNA… this is just the first tease. Plenty of time to show more… stay tuned." Grande, who has been out of the spotlight while filming the musical, also recently responded to people's comments on social media, specifically those about changes to her body and weight. "I just wanted to address your concerns about my body and talk a little about what it means to be a person with a body, and to be seen and be paid such close attention to," the 29-year-old said in a TikTok.
Several of the hits on Ariana Grande‘s debut album might not have been possible without Jordin Sparks, according to a producer who worked on the project.
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Jonathan Bailey is looking so suave on the red carpet!
Wicked has been a much-talked-about topic in Hollywood for many years now, and after all that time, filming is finally underway.Just recently, in fact, the first images of stars Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo were released, exciting millions of fans of the show.While Grande and Erivo are already in the process of bringing the Broadway favorite to the big screen, they weren’t the only ones who wanted those roles, which are among the most highly-coveted in Hollywood in recent memory.In an interview with TheWrap, Dove Cameron revealed that she was also in the mix for the role of Glinda, though, of course, she didn’t end up snagging the part.“I definitely went out for it,” the actress confirmed at an event to promote the second season of the AppleTV+ show Schmigadoon. “I know that for everybody who did go out for it, it was a very long process.
fans couldn't be happier with all the glimpses we are getting of director Jon M. Chu's upcoming adaptation of the lauded musical — and this week, fans got a first look at Michelle Yeoh as Madame Morrible!The Oscar-winning actress was spotted on the film's Buckinghamshire, England, set in costume as the Shiz University headmistress, clad in a stunning green gown with a golden bodice. Her gray hair is in an intricate updo as she stands in front of Ariana Grande's Glinda, surrounded by flowers — on a set similar to the one where fans caught a first look at Grande singing in character earlier this month.
We have some exciting new photos from the set of the Wicked movies!
Perez saw the first footage ANYWHERE of Jon Chu’s new Wicked movie starring Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo! Lots of thoughts! And so much greatness at Universal and Focus Features’ Cinema Con presentation in Las Vegas!
Rebecca Rubin Film and Media Reporter Universal brought the first-ever footage of Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba and Ariana Grande as Glinda in the movie version of “Wicked” to CinemaCon, the annual movie theater owners convention in Las Vegas. Erivo and Grande weren’t on hand to perform, but viewers were able to hear the captivating sounds of classic tunes like “Defying Gravity” and “Popular” in the background of the dazzling, magical footage. In the never-before-seen clip, Michelle Yeoh as Madame Morrible works with Elphaba to help her control her powers. “Once you learn to harness your emotions, the sky is the limit,” Morrible tells her student. The featurette gives a sense of the sweeping, brightly lit set and includes scenes of Elphaba roaming the halls of Shiz University before meeting Glinda, who presents her new roommate with that iconic pointy hat. (It’s really, uh, sharp. Don’t you think?) Later in the trailer, Jeff Goldblum makes an appearance as the wonderful Wizard of Oz, Glinda transports by bubble and Elphaba sports her signature broomstick.
The rough and unfinished footage opened with a young green witch trying to master her magical training and being told by instructor Michelle Yeoh she needs to harness her emotions. The footage was mixed in with the filmmakers talking about how and why they made the movie.
“We thought we’d give you a little taste of it,” said Universal Pictures boss about Wicked, which is in production in London with Jon Chu directing and Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo in the respective roles of Glinda and Elphaba.
Kristin Chenoweth is so here for Ariana Grande as Glinda!Chenoweth, who famously played the role of Glinda in the original Broadway production of, spoke with ET's Denny Directo last month at Carol Burnett's 90th birthday celebration, where she shared her excitement over Grande stepping into her shoes.«I'm going to get to watch two women I know soar, and Ariana Grande is going to step so beautifully into my shoes,» Chenoweth gushed. «I'm so excited for her, she's gonna put her own stamp on it.»Chenoweth shared a similar sentiment during an appearance on Wednesday, just one day after video footage of Grande singing the show's opening number, «No One Mourns the Wicked,» was released, giving fans a sneak peek at the 29-year-old pop star in her Glinda getup while also showing off her vocal range.When it comes to her advice for Grande, Chenoweth asked that she just put her own stamp on the iconic role.«What I want to encourage you to do, Ariana, is make Glinda your Glinda,» Chenoweth told Clarkson.
Ariana Grande was pictured in her Glinda attire for the first time as she filmed “Wicked” this week.
Yes, Ariana Granda has called Kristin Chenoweth for advice on playing the upcoming big screen version of Glinda in “Wicked.” And on Wednesday’s episode of “The Kelly Clarkson Show,” Chenoweth revealed that she told the pop star to take full advantage of making the character her own.Set to release its first part this Thanksgiving, “Wicked” tells the origin story of Glinda the Good Witch and Elphaba, the green girl who would go on to become the Wicked Witch of the West. In the movie adaptation of the Broadway musical, Grande will play Glinda, originated on Broadway by Chenoweth, and Cynthia Erivo will play Elphaba, the role originated by Idina Menzel.Grande and Chenoweth are longtime friends — according to Chenoweth, she’s known the singer since Grande was 10 years old — and even worked together on projects like “Hairspray Live!” and “The Voice.” So, naturally, Grande was nervous taking on the role.“She was really nervous. She said, ‘I want to pay homage to you, but I’m scared.
Ariana Grande is enjoying some time off from filming Wicked.
Ariana Grande is absolutely angelic as Glinda the Good Witch.In raw video from the set of the upcoming film adaptation of the Broadway musical, , Grande, dressed in her Glinda get-up, golden blonde hair and brows included, is seen singing the part of the opening number from the original stage show, «No One Mourns the Wicked.»Sitting on a gold-and-pink throne, Grande — who went full Glinda in a pink, tule ballgown, complete with a sparkling crown and scepter — puts her powerful vocals on display as she belts out lines from the track.The 29-year-old pop star was sure to hit some of her infamous high notes before the director yelled cut. The video also shows her getting notes from the crew as she prepares for another go at the scene.The video also previews an aerial look at the set, which sees a bit of the fantastical village that's been created for the film, including a poster that says, «Beware the Wicked Witch.»Several actors and extras are also seen on set below Grande, who is hoisted high above on her throne as she addresses the townspeople below.The video comes less than a month after Grande gave fans a look inside the world of .In the photos and videos shared to Instagram last month, the singer and her co-star, Cynthia Erivo, who plays Elphaba, hug as they wear chic dresses and pose for the camera.
Ariana Grande is playing the role of Glinda in the upcoming Wicked movies and she beat out a lot of actresses for the coveted part.
Ariana Grande is in full Glinda The Good Witch mode!
Ariana Grande was seen for the first time since she took to social media to hit out at body-shamers while encouraging people to be "be gentle" to one another.The 29 year old Thank U, Next singer looked happy and relaxed as she went shopping in London's famous Bond Street while donning a pair of straight-leg blue jeans and an oversized black jacket from The North Face. Ariana wore a yellow baseball hat atop her blonde tresses and kept things cool with a pair of quirky white shades.Toting her essentials in a cross-body bag, Ariana opted for maximum comfort as she strolled along in a pair of comfortable white platform shoes.
The very first look at the Wicked movie is here!! But only for those with stellar eyesight…
Ariana Grande as Glinda and Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba.Director Jon M. Chu shared the two stills from the upcoming two-part movies on Instagram.“You weren’t told the whole story.