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Cynthia Erivo interview about changes to 'Wicked' movie, favorite scenes, and what's next for Oscar nominee. Interview.

Just a few days after Black History Month ends, the Broadway smash "Wicked" will make some Black history of its own. Producers recently announced the casting of newcomer Lencia Kebede as the first ...

Elphaba battles being an outcast and discovers ... she dared to sing live on the "Wicked" set while flying in a harness. "Well, you can play," she said. "It means that you can act on impulse.

Broadway’s Wicked will welcome two new witches to the stage this spring, with Lencia Kebede serving as the first Black actress to play Elphaba Thropp full-time. Kebede takes over the role from ...

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In 2022, Brittney Johnson made history when she became the first Black actress to play Glinda full time. By Caitlin Huston Business Writer Lencia Kebede will take over playing Elphaba on Broadway ...

Mary Kate Morrisey (Elphaba) and Alexandra Socha (Glinda) will play their final performances on Sunday, March 2. Additional new principal casting will be announced in the coming weeks.

Departing the show are Mary Kate Morrisey (Elphaba) and Alexandra Socha (Glinda), who will play their final performances at the Gershwin Theatre on Sunday, March 2. Additional new principal ...

Broadway’s Wicked will welcome two new witches to the stage this spring, with Lencia Kebede serving as the first Black actress to play Elphaba Thropp full-time. Kebede takes over the role from ...

Broadway’s Wicked will welcome two new witches to the stage this spring, with Lencia Kebede serving as the first Black actress to play Elphaba Thropp full-time. Kebede takes over the role from ...