Wicked

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Calling all fans of magical musicals! 🧙‍♀️✨ Dive into the casting spell, singalong warnings, and glowing reviews of 'Wicked'!

Fans of Broadway rejoice! The long-awaited film adaptation of the beloved musical "Wicked" is finally hitting theaters, bringing the enchanting story of Elphaba and Glinda to the big screen. Starring powerhouse vocalists Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo, this cinematic masterpiece promises to reignite our love for Oz. Directed by John M. Chu, the movie delves into the origins of the witches, offering a fresh perspective on the characters we've come to adore. With its dazzling visuals and stirring performances, audiences can expect a spellbinding experience that honors the original musical while making a mark of its own.

However, attending this spectacular event might come with a slight twist. Early screenings have drawn a passionate crowd of fans eager to belt out show tunes along with their idols. Unfortunately, not every member of the audience is on board with this trend. Here’s a word to the wise: theaters in the UK are sending out a gentle reminder that while participation is half the fun, singing along may not be welcome. So, after months of anticipation, it seems we might just have to muster some musical manners and keep our solos to ourselves!

Critics have been raving about the film, indicating that it truly "defies gravity." They praise the exceptional chemistry between Grande and Erivo, describing their performances as electrifying. This adaptation is being hailed as both a visual feast and a heartwarming journey—pulling at our heartstrings while honoring the whimsical spirit of the original stage production. The enthusiastic feedback reinforces the film’s potential to recapture the joy and magic that initially drew audiences into the world of Wicked.

As fans await the chance to see their beloved characters come alive, it’s important to remember that this film adaptation is only part one of the grand tale! Disney’s strategy to release it in two parts means we’ll be left with more questions than answers for a while. Prepare your pink outfits, gather your squad, and get ready for a cinema journey that’s bound to be extraordinary!

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Everything you need to know about Wicked, explained by a Wicked ... (Vox)

Your pre-movie guide to the new movie musical starring Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo.

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Q&A: 'Wicked' author discusses souls, saints and religion in Oz (Salt Lake Tribune)

(Joan Marcus | Courtesy of Broadway at the Eccles) Olivia Valli as Elphaba in the touring production of "Wicked." The musical is scheduled to be performed at ...

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'Wicked' review: Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande amaze in adaptation ... (Philstar.com)

Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande headline the cast of the much-anticipated film adaptation of the Broadway hit "Wicked," an origin story of sorts for the two ...

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Singing 'Wicked' Fans Are Anything but Popular (The New York Times)

Some fans who have attended early screenings of the film adaptation of the hit Broadway musical have treated it as a singalong. Not everyone is thrilled.

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Don't sing along to Wicked movie starring Ariana Grande and ... (Sky News)

Part one of Wicked is released later this week - but fans who want to sing along in the UK's theatres are being warned "silence is golden".

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Film Review: The Celluloid Version of "Wicked" Defies Gravity - The ... (artsfuse.org)

By Sarah Osman. It's wonderful to see the cinema do justice to the magic of this beloved musical. Wicked, directed by John M. Chu. Screening everywhere.

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It's half a movie, but 'Wicked' casts a mighty spell (The Washington Post)

Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande bring Elphaba and Glinda from stage to screen, and the result is over the rainbow.

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New rendition of an old tale is Wicked - Your Local Examiner (Examiner Newspapers Perth)

On Monday, Miss 5 and I made the trek out to Karrinyup for the Perth premiere of Wicked. The foyer was overflowing with Perth's glitterati robed in pink.

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AMC says let the witches do the singing when you see 'Wicked' in ... (Courier Journal)

Ahem, 'Wicked” moviegoers. There's no need to flex those vocal chords ahead of going to the movie theater this week. Break out your best pink ensemble.

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Wicked defies gravity to get glowing reviews from critics (Cineworld)

All of Oz rejoice: musical epic Wicked has been acclaimed by critics as a winning adaptation of the Broadway smash hit. Discover the responses and book your ...

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Wicked film review — Cynthia Erivo excels and Ariana Grande ... (Financial Times)

The green-faced witch gets a sympathetic origin story in a musical of endless glittering pizzazz.

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Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo ikinwento ang mga hamon para ... (ABS-CBN News)

Isa sa inaabangang pelikula ng taon ang 'Wicked' na base sa sikat na Broadway musical.

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Movie review: 'Wicked' - Catholic Standard (My catholic standard)

Considered purely from an artistic viewpoint, the lavish musical “Wicked” (Universal) represents a confluence of the best both Broadway and Hollywood have ...

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Even a Magical Cynthia Erivo Can't Cast a Spell Strong Enough to ... (TIME)

John M. Chu's adaptation of the stage musical, starring Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande, might make you feel trapped in someone else's nostalgia.

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Jeff Goldblum Puts on Impromptu Piano Gig at London Station to ... (Hollywood Reporter)

On Wednesday, the A-lister — playing the Wizard of Oz in Jon M. Chu's movie — performed an intimate rendition of a 'Wicked' number and two Christmas tunes ...

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Wicked fails to defy gravity (The Week Magazine)

When pop star Ariana Grande was cast to lead the film version of "Wicked", fans of the smash-hit stage musical began to wonder if the "Wizard of Oz" prequel ...

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'Wicked': Major Theater Chain Reminds Moviegoers Of 'No Singing ... (Forbes)

Fans going to see Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande in “Wicked” are being reminded by AMC Theatres that they can't sing along to the movie as it is playing.

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AMC issues warning to moviegoers seeing 'Wicked' (KWTX)

AMC is warning ...

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The Wicked Film Features an 80-Member Orchestra—And the Full ... (Playbill.com)

Film orchestrator Jeff Atmajian discusses bringing Stephen Schwartz's iconic score—now bigger than ever—to the screen.

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Q&A: 'Wicked' author Gregory Maguire on his Catholic faith, souls ... (America Magazine)

Wicked” author Gregory Maguire talks about his religious upbringing, Elphaba's search for a soul and why nuns, saints and witches might not be all that ...

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Take the Black: Is Wicked worth seeing? Watch our early review! (Winter Is Coming)

It's a big fantasy spectacular based on a hugely popular musical. Will the movie divide people the way musicals tend to do, or will it be the musical messiah ...

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Exclusive First Look at Wicked's "What Is This Feeling ... (NBC)

Wicked fans got a preview of the film with NBC's Defying Gravity: The Curtain Raises on Wicked special, featuring "What's This Feeling?" first look.

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Review: The magic of Wicked and the curse of corporate greed (The Spinoff)

The new movie musical is undoubtedly a fun watch, but it's also proof that bigger isn't always better, writes Stewart Sowman-Lund.

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Sing-along screenings of 'Wicked' coming soon as AMC issues strict ... (Fox 59)

Fans eager to belt out hits like "Defying Gravity" and "Popular" in theaters during the highly anticipated "Wicked" movie musical will need to hold off ...

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Photos: Broadway's Original 'Wicked' Stars Then And Now (Forbes)

The original Broadway musical production of Wicked began on June 10, 2003 and starred Idina Menzel, Kristen Chenoweth, Joel Grey, Norbert Leo Butz, Michelle ...

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AMC's stern warning to moviegoers across US, including Arizona ... (Arizona's Family)

(AZFamily/Gray News) – AMC is warning moviegoers that they won't be allowed to sing along to “Wicked.” The warning comes in a 30-second spot that will be ...

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AMC issues warning to moviegoers seeing 'Wicked' (Hawaii News Now)

AMC is warning ...

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