‘One Of The Most Enlightening And Beautiful Processes:’ Wicked’s Director Opens Up About Bringing Accessibility To The Big Screen For Nessarose
The upcoming big-screen adaptation of the Tony-winning musical “Wicked” boasts a remarkably gifted ensemble, marking their debut on the silver screen. Besides Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, Michelle Yeoh, and others bringing the enchanting characters to life, Marissa Bode is also part of the cast as Nessarose, Elphaba’s sister. Notably, director Jon M. Chu has highlighted his plans for making the set of his 2024 film release wheelchair-friendly to accommodate actress Marissa Bode in her role as Nessarose, given that she is a wheelchair user in real life.