Elphaba, Cynthia Erivo and Wicked

Wicked’s Elphaba Has Always Been Black Girl Coded. Cynthia Erivo’s Stunning Performance Cements It
Elphaba is green. It’s the first thing Glinda says to her in Wicked, the Jon M. Chu-directed blockbuster movie-musical adaptation of Stephen Schwartz’s Broadway classic. The fact that Elphaba Thropp (Cynthia Erivo) is green is as paramount to Wicked’s plot as Galinda Upland’s (Ariana Grande) glamour and popularity.
Cynthia Erivo underwent ‘cardiovascular conditioning’ to play Elphaba in ‘Wicked’
British actor and vocal powerhouse Cynthia Erivo has revealed the extreme preparation that went into her role as Elphaba in the new ‘Wicked’ blockbuster.
Cynthia Erivo vs Idina Menzel: Whose Elphaba Is Better
Cynthia Erivo and Idina Menzel offer two unique takes on Elphaba, with one actor beating the other for the better version of the Wicked character.
Wicked: How Can Cynthia Erivo’s Elphaba Cry If She is Allergic to Water?
Fans are baffled by Elphaba’s tears in the Wicked movie, despite the novel stating that water is deadly to her. Could there be a hidden explanation?
‘Wicked’: Cynthia Erivo Deeply Relates to Elphaba’s Differences, Admits She’s ‘An Odd One Out’
Cynthia Erivo personally relates to her 'Wicked' character, Elphaba. She admits to being 'an odd one out' in the entertainment industry.
Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande cut a 'Wicked' swath around the world
In “Wicked,” Elphaba and Glinda travel from Shiz University to the Emerald City on a glistening green train to meet the wizard. In real life, Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande have traveled much farther and wider and longer — and on airplanes — to promote their hotly anticipated film.
Cynthia Erivo Dishes on ‘Wicked’ Audition and Debuts Elphaba’s Battle Cry on Fallon | Video
While on The Tonight Show, Wicked star Cynthia Erivo debuted her take on Elphaba's battle cry at the end of Defying Gravuty.
How British press sidelined Cynthia Erivo in ‘Wicked’ coverage
The excitement surrounding the upcoming film adaptation of Wicked is palpable, especially with Cynthia Erivo taking on the iconic role of
There's only one problem with 'Wicked' — and it's not Ariana Grande's and Cynthia Erivo's stunning performances
"Wicked" stars Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande as Elphaba and Glinda in Jon M. Chu's adaptation of the iconic stage musical. The film is a net win.
Cynthia Erivo on “Wicked,” loving green and a fear of sharks
Wicked” star Cynthia Erivo sat down with Nicholas Ducassi to answer our Very Important Questions about her new film, wardrobe and sharks versus planes. Nicholas Ducassi is an audience editor for Entertainment and Arts at the Los Angeles Times.
In 'Wicked: Part I', Cynthia Erivo defies gravity — and convention — as Elphaba
Since 2000, actresses all over the country — and the world — have played Elphaba, and the latest powerhouse singer to don green face paint and belt that signature gravity-defying high note is Cynthia Erivo .
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How ‘Wicked’ star Cynthia Erivo became Elphaba, from ‘Defying Gravity’ to ‘the perfect green’
“Wicked” star Cynthia Erivo opens up about her personal connection to Elphaba: “I know what it’s like to be the other ...
The great and powerful Cynthia Erivo
Chu almost looked past Erivo for the part of Elphaba, made famous onstage by Idina Menzel. His instinct was to hire no-names ...
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Cynthia Erivo hides her innovative fitness watch in ‘Wicked’ costume
Cynthia Erivo admits nothing was going to stop her achieving her daily step count whilst filming the fantasy film.
'Wicked' stars Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo speak about Glinda and Elphaba's "True Love" bond; Spark LGBTQIA+ speculation
Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo's film 'Wicked' has received positive reviews, sparking discussions about the characters' ...
Cynthia Erivo Has Called Her Controversial Response To The “Wicked” Fan Art A “Human Moment” Reflective Of “The Little Girl” In Her
Move over, Jake Paul and Mike Tyson — ring girl Sydney Thomas was the breakout star from their highly-anticipated Netflix ...