WICKED Star Cynthia Erivo on Elphaba’s Inner Life

Ariana Grande keeps Cynthia Erivo’s Elphaba ears from Wicked next to her printer: 'Framing them is weird'
Ariana Grande reveals that she keeps Cynthia Erivo's Elphaba ears from 'Wicked' in a very special place in her home — right next to her printer: 'Framing them is weird!'
Feature: WICKED Star Cynthia Erivo on Elphaba’s Inner Life
Cynthia Erivo recently visited the Sundance Film Festival to accept its Visionary Award, stopping first at The Elvis Suite for an intimate conversation with film critic Elvis Mitchell. BroadwayWorld was present in person for the private discussion,
One Elphaba Idea That Absolutely Came From Cynthia Erivo (And That I Love)
Erivo then added why she texted the Crazy Rich Asians director about the emerald eye idea. She noted that she wanted Elphaba’s feelings and literal moments of alienation to be succinct to the Witch’s core. In addition to the green eyes, other physical features came into play, she shared:
‘Wicked’s Lencia Kebede Is Broadway's First Black Actor to Play Elphaba Full-Time—Cynthia Erivo Manifested It
Broadway’s Wicked will welcome two new witches to the stage this spring, with Lencia Kebede serving as the first Black actress to play Elphaba Thropp full-time. Kebede takes over the role from fan-favorite Mary Kate Morrisey.
Video: Cynthia Erivo Talks WICKED Oscar Nomination, Elphaba’s Songs, & More on JIMMY KIMMEL LIVE!
On a visit to Jimmy Kimmel Live! Wicked star Cynthia Erivo talked about receiving an Oscar nomination for her performance, how she made Elphaba's songs her own, and more. Watch the interview here!
Cynthia Erivo Says ‘Wicked’ Fans Keep Approaching Her With A Surprising Gesture
Cynthia Erivo may be casting spells with her performance in the movie “Wicked,” but fans are still finding ways to take her by surprise. Taking a brief break from the enchanted land of Oz, Erivo visited “Jimmy Kimmel Live” on Tuesday.
'Wicked' on Broadway gets its first Black Elphaba
Just a few days after Black History Month ends, the Broadway smash "Wicked" will make some Black history of its own.
‘Wicked' Casts Lencia Kebede As Broadway's First Black Elphaba; Allie Trimm To Join As Glinda
Wicked is getting a new Elphaba, and she’s about to make history: Lencia Kebede will be the first Black actress to assume the ...
Wicked Fans Are Getting More of Elphaba’s Story (And Sooner Than They Think)
Wicked is currently in theaters with the film, an adaptation of the Broadway musical of the same name which is itself an ...
‘Wicked’ Names Lencia Kebede as First Black Actress for Elphaba Role on Broadway
In 2022, Brittney Johnson made history when she became the first Black actress to take on the role of Glinda full time.
Glinda and Elphaba Go Pink In New ‘Wicked' Valentine's Day Funko Pop Release
Just in time for Valentine's Day, Funko has released a limited-edition V Day-themed Wicked set, that re-imagines Glinda and ...
Akron native Paul Tazewell talks about world of 'Wicked,' inspirations for costume designs
Oscar-nominated costume designer Paul Tazewell of Akron, busy on his next movie project, talks to the Beacon about the ...
Wicked Director Jon M. Chu Adapting One of Dr. Seuss’ Best Books as a Movie
Jon M. Chu, whose latest film Wicked has been nominated for 10 Academy Awards, is preparing to adapt Dr. Seuss' final book ...
Broadway’s Elphaba from ‘Wicked’ sang the national anthem at Eagles NFC Championship Game
Broadway star and Philly native Mary Kate “MK” Morrissey, who plays Elphaba in “Wicked," took a day off from the theater to ...