6 Highlights Cut From NBC’s "Wicked: One Wonderful Night"
Deadline attended the taping of Wicked: One Wonderful Night and reveals moments that were left out of NBC’s broadcast special.
Overview of the Event
Before the premiere of Wicked: For Good, NBC presented a special broadcast taking viewers on a journey to the Emerald City. The show featured performances from Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, and the Wicked cast, with special arrangements of songs such as “No One Mourns the Wicked,” “I’m Not That Girl,” and “For Good.”
Exclusive interviews and sneak peeks of two new songs—“The Girl in the Bubble” and “No Place Like Home”—were also included. A standout moment was a duet by Grande and Erivo performing “Get Happy/Happy Days Are Here Again,” previously covered by Barbra Streisand and Judy Garland.
Taping Details
- The special was taped on September 24 at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles.
- Most performances were recorded live during taping except one special song, highlighted separately.
Behind-the-Scenes Moments Cut from the Broadcast
Deadline was present in the audience and gathered some unique behind-the-scenes highlights that did not air on NBC.
“SPOILER ALERT! This post contains details from NBC‘s broadcast special Wicked: One Wonderful Night.”
These moments offer deeper insight into the production and cast interactions during the taping, enriching the experience beyond what was televised.
Author’s Summary
This special provided a rich preview of Wicked: For Good with unique performances and interviews, while some notable moments remained exclusive to the live audience.
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