The highly anticipated film adaptation of 'Wicked' is set to release in theaters on November 27, featuring a star-studded cast including Ariana Grande as Glinda the Good Witch, Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba, Jonathan Bailey as Fiyero, and Michelle Yeoh as Madame Morrible. Vanity Fair has provided an exclusive first look with new photos of the cast. Director Jon M. Chu shared insights into the production, revealing that Grande and Erivo insisted on using live vocals during filming, a decision that underscores the film's commitment to authenticity. Furthermore, Grande's casting as Glinda comes after nearly a decade of reaching out to producer Marc Platt for the role, highlighting her deep connection to the character.
Ariana Grande reached out to producer Marc Platt for almost a decade for the chance to play Glinda the Good Witch. (Variety) https://t.co/wL6glIGzpZ
Michelle Yeoh as Madame Morrible in ‘WICKED.’ In theaters November 27. https://t.co/LR4jrw59Lh
Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande insisted on singing live in ‘WICKED,’ according to director Jon M. Chu. “When we were shooting it, those girls were like, ‘F*ck the pre-records. We’re going live.’” (via @VanityFair | https://t.co/YAULcf57bz) https://t.co/pLc0Ln01B8
‘Wicked’ director, Jon M. Chu, tells Vanity Fair that Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo sang live during the shooting of the two films: “When we were shooting it, those girls were like, ‘F*ck the pre-records. We’re going live.’” https://t.co/qG2fn9T8tE
Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba in ‘WICKED.’ In theaters November 27. https://t.co/0QduNvx3gy
Michelle Yeoh made sure director Jon M. Chu understood her limitations before casting her as Madame Morrible in #Wicked. “She’s like, ‘Jon, I can’t sing—but I would do anything for you,’” Chu tells VF. 🔗: https://t.co/SsyLWUPvqD https://t.co/rebharH8vv
Ariana Grande as Glinda in ‘WICKED.’ In theaters November 27. https://t.co/DLlL7ZMQdC
New looks at ‘WICKED.’ Releasing in theaters on November 27. https://t.co/6tF21jSXqf
‘Wicked’ director Jon M. Chu tells Vanity Fair that the singing in the film is live vocals: “These are live vocals. When we were shooting it, those girls were like, ‘F**k the pre-records. We’re going live.’” https://t.co/iGGFvKoBLY
Jonathan Bailey as Fiyero in ‘WICKED.’ In theaters November 27. https://t.co/puAf9mGV1n
Jon M. Chu, Director of ‘Wicked’, reveals that Ariana Grande & Cynthia Erivo insisted on using live vocals for their scenes as opposed to pre-recorded tracks: “When we were shooting it, those girls were like, ‘F*** the pre-records. We’re going live.’” https://t.co/g4KIx2Vbyh
Michelle Yeoh as Madame Morrible in ‘Wicked.’ 📸: Vanity Fair https://t.co/j5oBg2l0Rh
Ariana Grande & Cynthia Erivo as Glinda & Elphaba in the ‘Wicked’ film. 📸: Vanity Fair https://t.co/kTG1EkNOqK
Jonathan Bailey as Fiyero in ‘Wicked.’ 📸: Vanity Fair https://t.co/nAqq7srXFm
Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba in the upcoming ‘Wicked’ film. 📸: Vanity Fair https://t.co/bKsCUbartM
Get a first look at new ‘Wicked’ photos on Vanity Fair 💚 https://t.co/yBAoacRgQS
The cast of ‘Wicked’ in new image for Vanity Fair. https://t.co/Ci1hybEiiY
Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo as Glinda and Elphaba in ‘WICKED.’ (https://t.co/YAULcf57bz) https://t.co/xcY6JRp1Wn
Ariana Grande as Glinda in ‘Wicked.’ 📸: Vanity Fair https://t.co/NpCxq6eKBl
New ‘Wicked’ cast photos for Vanity Fair. https://t.co/8KlVfcj2HY
Ariana Grande as Glinda in ‘WICKED.’ (https://t.co/YAULcf57bz) https://t.co/gDWTfsAkko
Official ‘Wicked’ cast photo for Vanity Fair. https://t.co/ZozOBje9Qk
Ariana Grande & Cynthia Erivo look magical for Vanity Fair as ‘Glinda’ & ‘Elphaba’ from the upcoming ‘Wicked’ movies. https://t.co/F2pY75Cure
Ariana Grande’s connection to the character of Glinda in #Wicked runs deep. The Grammy winner reached out to producer Marc Platt for almost a decade for the chance to portray the Good Witch. 🔗: https://t.co/IJpREEjocR https://t.co/LMMfWW7P8J
Exclusive: Something #Wicked this way comes. Presenting a special first look into the world of @wickedmovie: https://t.co/9WYKpRy33K
Wicked. https://t.co/9qotm0ltEI