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‘I Could See Grips Tearing Up’: John M. Chu On The Wicked Moment That Had Everyone Crying On Set (And Of Course Cynthia Erivo Was Involved)

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Award-winning director Chu shares behind-the-scenes secrets of emotional 'Wicked' moments, with powerhouse vocalists Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo at the heart of the action.
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  • Chu was moved to tears by a surprise choir of birds joining the cast's live vocals on set, creating a truly transcendent moment
  • Erivo's raw, vulnerable performance of 'Defying Gravity' left the entire crew, including the grips, visibly emotional and awestruck
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John M. Chu, Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo, Wicked, Wicked
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