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Cynthia Erivo Talks Rigorous Vocal Training to Prepare for ‘Wicked’ and Ariana Grande Burning Her Butt Before ‘Defying Gravity’
At the Variety FYC Screening presented by Universal, Cynthia Erivo talked about the "real place" of pain she channeled for the finale of "Wicked."
With the 1939 classic “The Wizard of Oz” forever ingrained in pop culture history, seven-time Oscar-nominated production designer Nathan Crowley knew it was the necessary starting place to develop “ Wicked.” An element of the show that fans of “Wicked” have instantly recognized is the “Defying Gravity” climax, representing a crucial moment in the story’s core friendship. After singing a couple of beautiful notes from “Defying Gravity,” the two shared how Grande burned her butt and needed an ice pack while Erivo, who hates onions, was thrown off a bit when it was included in the lunch servings.
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