Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo Shine in "Wicked: One Wonderful Night"
Wicked: One Wonderful Night, a two-hour NBC special airing on November 6, celebrates the upcoming film Wicked: For Good, starring Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo.
Exclusive Performances
PEOPLE exclusively previews Grande performing "No One Mourns the Wicked" and Erivo singing "The Wizard and I." The special features the movie cast's first live renditions of many musical numbers from Wicked: For Good, set to release in theaters on November 21, 2024.
Star-Studded Cast and Venue
- Joining Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo are Jeff Goldblum, Michelle Yeoh, Marissa Bode, Ethan Slater, and Bowen Yang.
- The show was recorded at Los Angeles’ Dolby Theatre, transformed into an Emerald City-inspired set.
- A 37-piece live orchestra, conducted by award-winning musical director Stephen Oremus, accompanied the performances.
Atmosphere and Production
The official synopsis describes the special as featuring "jaw-dropping musical numbers and unforgettable performances" supported by a breathtaking set design and live orchestral music.
The event airs on NBC and streams on Peacock starting Friday, promising a spectacular return of Wicked to the stage and screen.
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Summary: Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo deliver stunning live vocals in NBC's special celebrating the upcoming Wicked: For Good, featuring a remarkable cast and immersive production.