Wicked, Cynthia Erivo and Elphaba

Cynthia Erivo Just Opened Up About Why It Was So Important For Elphaba To Have Micro Braids In 'Wicked'
Cynthia asked the director, Jon M. Chu, if they could “reimagine” Elphaba’s traditionally long, wavy hair as micro braids in the movie.
Cynthia Erivo Reveals She Co-Wrote an Original Song for Elphaba in ‘Wicked: For Good’: ‘When We Filmed It, the Entire Crew Was in Tears’
Cynthia Erivo on co-writing "Wicked 2" original song and releasing her debut album in 2025 ahead of the second movie.
Did Cynthia Erivo Wear Makeup in Wicked? Did They Use CGI to Turn Her Green?
Cynthia Erivo delivers a standout performance as Elphaba in Jon M. Chu’s musical fantasy film ‘Wicked.’ The lead character begins the story as an outcast who is shunned because of the green color of her skin.
Cynthia Erivo Cowrote New ‘Wicked: For Good’ Song That ‘Speaks to the Heart of Who Elphaba Is’
“I collaborated on one of the new songs, and it’s so special to me,” Cynthia Erivo told Variety on the Thursday, December 26, episode of its “Award Chatter” podcast. “When we filmed it, the entire crew was in tears. I hope audiences are ready — it’s a song that speaks to the heart of who Elphaba is.”
Cynthia Erivo Slams Racist 'Wicked' Casting Accusations: 'I've Done The Work'
The Black actor is defending herself after hearing of "conversations" about her "getting this role as a 'woke hire.'"
Cynthia Erivo unveils subtle changes she brought to Elphaba from ‘Wicked’
Cynthia Erivo, British actress and singer, opened up about the subtle nod she gave to black roots through her character in the movie Wicked.The Stand Up crooner explained how her role, Elphaba,
Cynthia Erivo Co-Wrote a Song for 'Wicked: For Good' That Made Cast and Crew Cry
Credit: Getty Images Cynthia Erivo doesn't think fans are ready for the new Elphaba song coming to Wicked: For Good. The sequel to the immensely popular adaptation of the Gregory Macguire novel-turned-Broadway hit musical is not landing in theaters until ...
Cynthia Erivo Co-Wrote an Original Song for ‘Wicked Part 2': ‘I Don't Know If You're Ready for It'
Cynthia Erivo is changing Wicked for good, from her performance as Elphaba to the original song she helped write for the second movie. While serving as a guest on the latest episode of Variety‘s Awards Circuit podcast posted Thursday (Dec.
Cynthia Erivo Shows Us What Elphaba’s Street Style Would Look Like
On Friday night, the actor made an appearance at the Crosby Hotel in New York City, where she joined Jessica Chastain for a Q ...
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Cynthia Erivo celebrates the power of being an outsider
Cynthia Erivo, starring as Elphaba in 'Wicked,' sees parallels between herself and the character, including their shared resilience in facing adversit ...
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Cynthia Erivo reveals powerful reason behind Elphaba's micro-braids in Wicked
Alongside popstar Ariana Grande - who plays Glinda the 'Good Witch', the pair portray Elphaba and Glinda's relationship as ...
Wicked: For Good Features Original Song Co-Written by Cynthia Erivo: ‘I Hope Audiences Are Ready’
Cynthia Erivo revealed that the upcoming Wicked sequel Wicked: For Good will feature an original song co-written by her and ...
Ariana Grande shows Cynthia Erivo extra 'Popular' trick in extended 'Wicked' scene: EXCLUSIVE
In the scene, Glinda teaches Elphaba a move for when she wants to get her way, but can't really say what she means.
‘How Do You Not Make It Look Like Face Paint?’ Wicked's Director Told Us How They Got Elphaba's Look Just The Right Shade Of Green, And It Was A Process
But there was more to coming up with the makeup than simply finding a look that came across as real, because it had to look ...