Glinda, Wicked and Elphaba

“Wicked” Author Gregory Maguire Confirms 'Intentional' Lesbian Subtext Between Glinda and Elphaba
In an interview with 'Them,' Maguire discussed his 1995 novel that inspire the Broadway musical and new film starring Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo
Wicked author finally confirms ‘intentional’ lesbian subplot between Glinda and Elphaba
Well, now the original author of Wicked has confirmed it was “intentional” for the novel to have a subplot of lesbian romance between Glinda and Elphaba. This was made even more clear in the books when Glinda and Elphaba actually kissed each other but were left out in the 2024 film.
Wicked Author Gregory Maguire Says Elphaba and Glinda’s Sexual Tension Was “Intentional”
In an expansive — and possibly final — interview with Them, the novelist discusses Elphaba’s origin story, its nods to the AIDS epidemic, and all those queer fan theories.
'It was such a good idea': Wicked author Gregory Maguire on the real meaning of the story that captivated the world
Before it was a Hollywood blockbuster it was a megahit musical, and before that it was a 1995 novel. Author Gregory Maguire tells the BBC about the inspiration behind Wicked.
Is Elphaba trans or intersex? Wicked author Gregory Maguire addresses theories
One long-held theory from the book that is that Elphaba is trans or intersex. When Elphaba is born, it's implied that she has male genitalia and there are several scenes throughout the book that suggest that Elphaba might not be cisgender. This isn't explored in the musical in any depth but trans fans have long identified with Elphaba.
WICKED Author Gregory Maguire Says Lesbian Subtext is 'Intentional'
WICKED author Gregory Maguire has confirmed that lesbian subtext between Glinda and Elphaba is an intentional feature of their relationship.
Glinda & Elphaba Lesbian Subtext In Wicked Was Intentional, Confirms Author
Wicked author Gregory Maguire confirms lesbian subtext between Glinda and Elphaba was always intentional while he was developing their relationship.
The author of OG Wicked novel confirms lesbian subtext between Glinda and Elphaba is intentional
The author of the original Wicked novel has confirmed the lesbian subtext between Glinda and Elphaba is intentional. Warning: Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West spoilers ahead.
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Tragic true story behind Wicked storyline that you probably didn't realise happened
"When Fiyero is murdered, as far as we know, and Elphaba retreats into the monastery of nuns, she spends seven years there ...
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Sure, Wicked has some gay subtext – but how many characters and actors are actually queer?
We gays have a habit of latching onto powerful straight women, and the same could be said of Glinda’s besties Pfannee and ...
Concord’s Gregory Maguire – who wrote ‘Wicked’ in New England – is still a ‘Boston schlub,’ he says
Gregory Maguire — author of the original novel — discusses all things “Wicked,” including his new book in the series hitting shelves soon.
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'Wicked' author Gregory Maguire says the film is 'far better than it has any right to be'
For Gregory Maguire, the author of the book Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West, on which the film was based, it’s a long way from the Oz he first dreamed up nearly three ...
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Wicked author confirms Elphaba and Glinda lesbian subtext was "intentional"
Are Elphaba and Glinda romantically in love with each other in Wicked? Here's what author Gregory Maguire has said.