Wicked

2024 - 10 - 9

Get Ready to Defy Gravity: The 'Wicked' Movie Is Here!

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Tickets are on sale NOW for the highly awaited 'Wicked' movie and the soundtrack drops alongside it!

Wicked has always been a fan-favorite in the world of musical theater, and the excitement surrounding the highly anticipated movie adaptation is reaching a fever pitch! Starting today, fans can finally purchase their tickets for this spellbinding cinematic experience, set to enchant movie-goers on November 22. In a magical twist, you can even preorder the soundtrack, making sure you’ll be among the first to belt out your favorite tunes from the production!

The 'Wicked' soundtrack, crafted by the legendary composer Stephen Schwartz and some dazzling performances by Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo, features iconic numbers like 'Defying Gravity' and 'Popular.' These beloved songs take center stage in the film as both Grande and Erivo breathe life into the characters of Glinda and Elphaba. Fans are buzzing with excitement to see how these magical melodies translate from the stage to the screen—will the visuals be as jaw-dropping as the score?

To add a dash of whimsy to the marketing, Universal has recently teased a new trailer that doesn't just showcase the film’s dazzling visuals but actually features the lead characters singing! Speaking of surprises, eagle-eyed fans might have caught a peculiar rat on drums in the background. Yes, you read that right! It appears that even in the land of Oz, furry friends have taken to the stage—what’s a musical without a bit of critter camaraderie?

As the countdown to the film’s release continues, one thing is clear: Wicked is primed to break box office spells and set records worldwide. Those who have no idea of the story (how dare you!) will find themselves swept into the emotional arcs of friendship, ambition, and self-realization while jamming to Schwartz’s magical tunes. And here’s a fun fact: Did you know Stephen Schwartz was only 23 when he first began working on the original stage production? Talk about starting early in the world of musical magic! Get ready to click that ticket button instead of your heels three times—Wicked is about to take you on a journey like no other!

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'Wicked' tickets go on sale today! And you can preorder the soundtrack (NBC Southern California)

On Oct. 9, TODAY exclusively announced that fans can start purchasing tickets to the new movie musical, which comes out Nov. 22.

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Jon M. Chu's 'Wicked' Soundtrack: What Songs Are In 'Part 1'? (Deadline)

The 'Wicked' Part 1 soundtrack includes 'Popular,' 'Defying Gravity' and more songs from the Schwartz and Winnie musical, sung by the cast.

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'Wicked: The Soundtrack': Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo Perform ... (Rolling Stone)

Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo perform on the 'Wicked' soundtrack out on the film's release day in November, featuring half of the musical's songs.

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'Wicked: The Soundtrack' Has a Release Date: Here's Where to Pre ... (Billboard)

The soundtrack, which features music and lyrics by the iconic composer Stephen Schwartz, will feature beloved songs from the musical including “Defying Gravity, ...

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Wicked Movie Reveals Track List for Upcoming Soundtrack ... (TheaterMania.com)

Wicked, part one, will bubble into cinemas on November 22. The Stephen Schwartz-Winnie Holzman musical stars Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba, Ariana Grande as Glinda, ...

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'Wicked: The Soundtrack' to Release in Tandem with Film's Debut (Variety)

'Wicked: The Soundtrack' will feature renditions of songs including 'Popular' and 'Defying Gravity' by Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo.

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Who Is This Diva Rat on Drums in the 'Wicked' Trailer? (Vulture)

Today, Universal's marketing team bucked current trends and released a new Wicked teaser trailer that features actual singing in it! And there's a rat ...

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