Why Is Cynthia Erivo Bald? 'Wicked' Star Reveals the Powerful …
Oct 22, 2024 · When Cynthia Erivo signed on to play Elphaba in the movie Wicked, she wholeheartedly committed to the character. She shaved her head to play Elphaba, the Wicked Witch of the West, and there...
Cynthia Erivo | Wicked Wiki | Fandom
Cynthia Erivo is a British actress and singer who in 2024 went onto star as Elphaba Thropp, a misunderstood young woman born with green skin who later becomes the Wicked Witch of the West in the film adaptation of Wicked: Part I, and will …
Cynthia Erivo: Biography, Actor, Singer, ‘Wicked’ Star
Oct 10, 2024 · Erivo and 31-year-old Grande play Elphaba and Glinda, respectively, in Wicked, an unofficial prequel to The Wonderful Wizard of Oz novel by L. Frank Baum and 1939 film it inspired starring...
Cynthia Erivo on 'Wicked', Ariana Grande, Her Faith, and …
Nov 14, 2024 · Cynthia Erivo’s Elphaba has micro-braids. They’re new for the character, who was made iconic on Broadway with straight hair under the pointy hat.
Wicked (2024) - IMDb
Nov 22, 2024 · Wicked: Directed by Jon M. Chu. With Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, Jeff Goldblum, Michelle Yeoh. Elphaba, a misunderstood young woman because of her green skin, and Glinda, a popular girl, become friends at Shiz University in the Land of Oz.
Cynthia Erivo's Spell: How Her Elphaba Changed Wicked for …
Jan 6, 2025 · Cynthia Erivo Casts a Spell: How Her Elphaba Changed ‘Wicked’ for Good. TheWrap magazine: The Emmy, Grammy and Tony-winning entertainer reaches new heights in Jon M. Chu’s film adaptation of ...
Wicked: Cynthia Erivo, the Black, bald, queer actress who casts a …
Nov 24, 2024 · The casting of Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba in Wicked was a conscious, bold choice by director Jon M. Chu, who wanted to bring a fresh perspective to the beloved musical. Erivo, a Black,...
‘Wicked’ Star Cynthia Erivo Sees Her Characters Through - The …
4 days ago · Elphaba might have been reluctant to go to Shiz University, but Cynthia Erivo still wants to get a Ph.D. Specifically, the star who plays Elphaba in “Wicked” onscreen is interested in how ...
"Wicked" star Cynthia Erivo on building trust with Ariana Grande …
Dec 2, 2024 · On Christmas Day, a sing-a-long version of Wicked will be released in theaters, according to Erivo. The actress said that playing Elphaba - who goes on to become the Wicked Witch of the West in...
In 'Wicked: Part I', Cynthia Erivo defies gravity - NPR
Nov 22, 2024 · Wicked tells the origin story of Elphaba, the Wicked Witch of the West (Cynthia Erivo), and her friendship with Galinda, who becomes Glinda the Good (Ariana Grande).