Wicked, Defying Gravity

Seven Elphabas from ‘Wicked’ talk going green and defying gravity
Idina Menzel and others open up about the pleasures and perils of playing Elphaba, the iconic “Wicked” character.
Why Wicked's "Defying Gravity" In The Climatic Ending Is Different Explained By Director: "We Did Not Make Decisions Lightly"
Chu explains why Wicked ends on "Defying Gravity". The signature song, composed by Stephen Schwartz, was originally recorded by Idina Menzel and Kristin Chenoweth and released in 2003. It's sung solo by Elphaba during the ending of the first act,
How Wicked's Defying Gravity became a battle cry for outsiders
As director Jon M Chu's first instalment of the mega-musical adaptation Wicked arrives in cinemas, a new audience of fans is connecting with Stephen Schwartz's memorable score, writes Hannah Thuraisingam Robbins.
The Wicked cast ranked by their gravity-defying net worths
The long-awaited Wicked film has more celebrities than songs in it. Even the really minor roles went to A-list stars. The main Wicked cast has about $360 million (£290 million) between them – and that’s not all Ariana Grande!
"Wicked" Is Defying Gravity In Theaters, And Here's How Fans Are Reacting
Chu's musical adaptation of Wicked is satisfying fans of the original and introducing new fans to the wonderful world of Oz. I found some of the best tweets that'll have you tearing up over your favorite moments,
The Internet Is Holding Space for This ‘Defying Gravity’ ‘Wicked’ Meme
Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande's response to a reporter saying people are 'holding space' for 'Defying Gravity' lyrics from 'Wicked' has gone viral.
How “Wicked” pulled off that gravity-defying pair of cameos — and others you might've missed (exclusive)
Chu and Stephen Schwartz, the masterminds behind the most heartwarming cameos in the big-screen adaptation of Wicked, now in ...
Cynthia Erivo vs. Idina Menzel: Height, Age, ‘Defying Gravity,’ and More
Cynthia Erivo and Idina Menzel have put their unique spins on Elphaba, but how do the 'Wicked' stars compare in real life?
‘Wicked' Spoiler Interview: Jon M. Chu on Expanding ‘Defying Gravity,' Cutting Lines and Splitting the Musical in Two - Plus, Will Dorothy Pop Up in ‘Part 2'?
Jon M. Chu counted himself a fan of “Wicked” long before he was hired to direct the big-budget movie adaptation of the ...
Are Original 'Wicked' Musical Stars Kristin Chenoweth and Idina Menzel in the Movie?
But what about the stars of the original Broadway musical, Idina Menzel and Kristin Chenoweth, who originated the roles of ...
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‘Wicked’: Do Idina Menzel and Kristin Chenoweth Show Up in the Movie?
NOTE: Spoilers ahead for “Wicked.” Turn back now if you ... As an added bonus, Menzel gets to do her original Elphaba war ...
Composer Stephen Schwartz on how that electric ‘Wicked’ cameo came to be
Menzel and Chenoweth’s cameo occurs toward the end of the film, during Glinda and Elphaba’s memorable duet, “One Short Day,” ...
Yes, That Really Was Idina Menzel And Kristin Chenoweth Singing In 'Wicked'
From a new Wicked song to hidden Easter eggs, here’s everything to know about the surprise cameos. Spoilers ahead!
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Idina Menzel makes cameo in ‘Wicked’ movie with one request: "Just make us look pretty"
Menzel’s only stipulation for her cameo was to “just make us look pretty,” she told Entertainment Weekly. On Instagram, she ...