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Cynthia Erivo stars in radical new staging of Dracula on London’s West End – review

It’s no surprise that there’s a huge amount of hype surrounding the West End premiere of Dracula – the show’s star, Cynthia Erivo, has been collecting countless awards for her appearances in the Wicked movies, while adapter and director Kip Williams recently picked up Olivier and Tony Awards for his staging of The Picture of Dorian Gray, which featured Succession star Sarah Snook. With an actor and a director both at the top of their respective games, riding huge waves of success, Dracula has a lot to live up to.…

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“I’m actually fuming!”: Fans react to the Oscars snubbing Wicked: For Good

WORDS BY JORDAN ROBLEDO To say Wicked fans are disappointed is an understatement. On 21 January, Peacemaker star Danielle Brooks and Thunderbolts actor Lewis Pullman announced the nominations for the 98th Academy Awards. Ryan Coogler’s universally acclaimed vampire horror film, Sinners, shattered records, becoming the most-nominated film in Oscar history with 16 nods. Paul Thomas Anderson’s star-studded drama One Battle After Another earned the second-most nods with 13 nominations. At the same time, Guillermo del Toro’s Frankenstein, the Timothée Chalamet-led Marty Supreme, and Neon’s Sentimental Value each obtained nine nominations.…

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Wicked: For Good star Cynthia Erivo makes Golden Globes history with second nomination

WORDS BY JORDAN ROBLEDO Photo: Universal Studios Cynthia Erivo has made Golden Globe history with her latest nomination. On 8 December, it was announced that the beloved talent scored a Best Performance by a Female Actor in a Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy nod for her stellar performance as Elphaba in Wicked: For Good.   The incredible feat makes her the first Black woman to be nominated in the category twice. Erivo previously earned the same nomination for 2024’s Wicked. Shortly after the news was announced, the Grammy-winning artist celebrated…

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Wicked: For Good: Here’s what critics had to say about the highly anticipated sequel

WORDS BY JORDAN ROBLEDO The embargo has been lifted, and the reviews are officially in for the epic conclusion to Jon M. Chu’s magical Wicked film adaptation. Over the past year, movie enthusiasts worldwide have anxiously awaited the sequel’s release. Based on Act Two of the stage musical, Wicked: For Good explores the estranged friendship between Elphaba (Cynthia Erivo) and Glinda (Ariana Grande) after Elphaba reclaims her power and rebels against the villainous Wizard of Oz (Jeff Goldblum). Elphaba, now in possession of the Grimmerie, continues her mission to expose…

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Gelphie nation, rise! Wicked’s Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande “love you”

WORDS BY JORDAN ROBLEDO Gelphie fans, wake up! Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande have a message for you! On 10 November, the world of Oz descended upon the streets of London for the thrillifying premiere of Wicked: For Good. The lavish event, which featured an incredible yellow-brick-road carpet, drew tons of fans and showstopping appearances from the film’s main cast, including Erivo and Grande. Amid the premiere chaos, GAY TIMES chatted with the two icons about all things Wicked: For Good, including the message they had for LGBTQIA+ fans at…

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The Doctor meets Elphaba: Ncuti Gatwa joins Cynthia Erivo in musical film Bad Fairies

Ncuti Gatwa has joined forces with Cynthia Erivo for the upcoming animated musical, Bad Fairies. The fantastical adventure film, due for release in summer 2027, will follow a “delightfully subversive gang of fairies as they shake up their magical world”. According to Deadline, details are currently scarce on Gatwa’s role. Erivo’s character, Jayne Staplegun, however, is described as a “trailblazing fairy whose defiant streak sparks a rebellion”. Bad Fairies is written by Deborah Frances-White and directed by Megan Nicole Dong with co-director Oliver Staphylas. Toby Marlow and Lucy Moss, the…

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Wicked: For Good sneak peek teases Elphaba and Glinda’s “emotional” journey

Drop everything, Ozians! A new first look video for Wicked: For Good has arrived. On 21 November, fans will finally be treated to the highly anticipated sequel to 2024’s smash hit Wicked. While our return to Oz is still a few months away, Universal Pictures recently treated fans to a behind-the-scenes look at Wicked: For Good, which makes the wait a bit more bearable. In the first look featurette, the cast and director opened up about what viewers can expect from the forthcoming film. “In Wicked: For Good, they’re both…

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Gloria Groove makes LGBTQ+ history with iconic Wicked casting

Gloria Groove is headed to Oz! On 24 July, it was announced that the drag superstar had been cast as Madame Morrible in Brazil’s official production of Wicked: The Musical. “How about a change in climate? From August 23rd to September 3rd, Gloria Groove will play Madame Morrible in Wicked! The weather forecast is for: a storm of talent, plenty of magic and tickets flying out – so hurry to secure yours!” the production revealed on Instagram. The post also featured a stunning photo of the talented pop superstar on…

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Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande’s “two-hour” Wicked concert special lands release date

A release date has been confirmed for the highly anticipated Wicked concert special. Back in May, director Jon M Chu announced that Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo would be leading a TV special celebrating the beloved musical at NBCUniversal’s upfront presentation. “I am absolutely delighted to let you in on a centrepiece of our campaign for the second film, it’s something that’s never been done in the 22-year history of Wicked,” he said. “This fall, our stars Cynthia Erivo and incandescent Ariana Grande, will be joined by their castmates and some…

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“There’s fruitiness happening there”: Wicked’s Marissa Bode on the “Gelphie” ship

Wicked star Marissa Bode has shared her opinion on Elphaba and Glinda’s relationship. Back in November, moviegoers worldwide were finally treated to the highly anticipated film adaptation of the beloved Broadway musical. Directed by Jon M. Chu, Wicked: Part One explores the unlikely friendship between Elphaba Thropp (Erivo), a powerful young woman misunderstood and feared because of her green skin, and Galinda Upland (Grande), a blonde and whimsical woman “gilded by privilege and ambition.” Following its release, the fantasy adventure became both a critical and box-office success, earning praise for…

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