Uploaded October 2025 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago

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Cynthia Erivo talks ‘Becoming Elphaba’ interview, sharing her journey from lifelong WICKED fan to bringing the iconic Elphaba to life in Jon M. Chu’s highly anticipated WICKED movie.

In this candid conversation, Cynthia opens up about:
✨ Landing the role of Elphaba and even singing live while flying on set
🎭 The emotional depth and choreography behind the breathtaking Ozdust Ballroom scene
💚 The bonds she formed on set and the magic of WICKED FOR GOOD
🎥 Director Jon M. Chu’s infectious love for musicals and creating cinematic magic

Fans of Cynthia Erivo, WICKED, and musical films won’t want to miss this behind-the-scenes look at the unforgettable moments that made her performance soar.

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💚OMG TIMESTAMP CHAPTERS💚
00:00 – Cynthia Erivo talks how she became a Wicked fan!
02:00 – Cynthia Erivo talks how she got the role of Elphaba!
03:34 – Cynthia Erivo's favorite WICKED Songs.
04:43 – Cynthia Erivo talks the responsibility of being in Wicked
07:40 – Cynthia Erivo on the bonds she made making Wicked and WICKED FOR GOOD
09:18 – Cynthia Erivo talks Director Jon M Chu's passion for musicals.
12:28 – Cynthia Ervio on singing live on the WICKED set.
17:56 – How did Cynthia Ervio sing live while FLYING?
19:43 – Cynthia Ervio talks emotional scene in WICKED & the choregraphy of the Ozdust Ballroom Scene

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