As a lifelong fan of the magical realm of Oz, I must say that the upcoming adaptation of “Wicked” has sent me soaring like a winged monkey! With Cynthia Erivo stepping into the iconic role of Elphaba, and Ariana Grande gracing us with her presence as Galinda, this is a dream come true for any Oz enthusiast like myself.
85 years ago, “The Wizard of Oz,” based on Frank L. Baum’s “The Wonderful Wizard of Oz,” debuted in cinemas and captivated audiences worldwide. Although its initial box office success waned post-release, it gained even more popularity following its 1956 TV premiere. Today, “The Wizard of Oz” is often ranked among the best films ever made. As we near the release date for “Wicked,” an upcoming adaptation of Baum’s 1900 novel, star Cynthia Erivo commemorated the 85th anniversary of “The Wizard of Oz” by sharing intriguing comparisons between her role and the iconic 1939 film on social media.
Cynthia Erivo portrays Elphaba, also known as the Wicked Witch of the West, in the stage adaptation of “Wicked,” which was based on the same-titled Broadway musical. This musical itself was adapted from Gregory Maguire’s 1995 novel “Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West.” Characters and settings from the original “The Wizard of Oz” tales are used in this work. The upcoming two-part “Wicked” theatrical event already promises excitement, and photos shared by Erivo on her Instagram Stories will certainly increase anticipation for many, including myself.
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At the Paris Olympics Opening Ceremony, both Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande radiated a sophisticated and wicked ambiance, leaving everyone in awe. Simply breathtaking!
For over a century, various adaptations of The Wonderful Wizard of Oz have been created, but none has surpassed the renown of The Wizard of Oz itself, a status it likely will retain forever. Yet, the musical Wicked, with its character designs closely resembling those from The Wizard of Oz, may come close to matching its popularity. For instance, Cynthia Erivo’s Elphaba bears a striking resemblance to Margaret Hamilton’s Wicked Witch of the West, while Ariana Grande’s Galinda stands out against Billie Burke’s Glinda the Good Witch of the North.
Previously stated, the film adaptation of “Wicked” stands out due to its two-part release format, unlike a single movie. Regardless, the second part isn’t scheduled until November 2025. Given that this could be the most significant “Wizard of Oz” cinematic rendition since 2013’s “Oz, the Great and Powerful,” coupled with the success of the Broadway production of “Wicked,” I eagerly anticipate how well the first part will perform in theaters. There’s even a possibility it might join “Inside Out 2” and “Deadpool & Wolverine” in surpassing $1 billion at the box office.
Under the direction of John M. Chu and the writing team of Winnie Holman and Dana Fox, the first installment of “Wicked“, titled “Wicked: Part One“, is set to release on November 22. The film stars Michelle Yeoh, Jeff Goldblum, Jonathan Bailey, and Bowen Yang, along with other notable actors. For those who want to revisit the magic of “The Wizard of Oz” as it celebrates its 85th anniversary, it can be streamed with a Max subscription.
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2024-08-27 02:07