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Ariana Grandeis giving fans a sneak peek at the wonderful world ofWicked.
In an Instagram post, the singer, 29, who is slated toplay Glindain the upcoming Universal film adaptation, shared a series ofphotosfrom rehearsals featuring the star-studded cast.
Bridgerton’sJonathan Baileywas recentlyannouncedas taking on the role of Fiyero, the main love interest in the musical. “He’s perfect, they’re perfect,” wrotedirector Jon M. Chuin the announcement. “They’d be perfect together. Born to be forever….. I am too excited to pretend this hasn’t been happening. We have a Fiyero!!!! #JonathanBailey #Wicked”
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“With more space, we can tell the story of WICKED as it was meant to be told,” he said, noting that “a bigger canvas” would allow the creative team the space to include as many musical numbers and characters as possible. He also teased the release of the first film for December 2024, with the second to come the following year.
While theWickedadaptation is bringing in some new faces to star in its many beloved roles, a handful of the original Broadway team will be on hand for the film. Stephen Schwartz and Winnie Holzman, who co-wrote the music and lyrics to the Broadway show, are adapting the screenplay, while Marc Platt will return as a producer.
Idina Menzel, the original Broadway Elphaba, also weighed in,showing love for both stars, writing, “Congrats to two amazing women. May it change your lives for the better forever and ever as it has for us. So much love.”
source: people.com
