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Cynthia Erivo Reveals She Co-Wrote an Original Song for Elphaba in ‘Wicked: For Good’: ‘When We Filmed It, the Entire Crew Was in Tears’
Awards Circuit Podcast: Cynthia Erivo on co-writing "Wicked 2" original song and releasing her debut album in 2025 ahead of the second movie.
Erivo’s interpretation of the role that Idina Menzel originated on Broadway captures Elphaba’s complexity, showcasing her evolution from an outcast to a symbol of strength. Also on this episode, breakout star Monica Barbaro discusses playing the role of Joan Baez in James Mangold’s “A Complete Unknown” alongside Timothee Chalamet and Elle Fanning. Variety’s “Awards Circuit” podcast, hosted by Clayton Davis, Jazz Tangcay, Emily Longeretta, Jenelle Riley and Michael Schneider, who also produces, is your one-stop source for lively conversations about the best in film and television.
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