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Wicked: Part One's Wizard Of Oz Connections, Explained

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Wicked's big-screen adaptation explores the untold origins of the Wizard of Oz's beloved characters in a magical prequel that fans can't wait to see.
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  • Director Jon M. Chu promises to bring the iconic green witch Elphaba's tragic backstory to life, setting the stage for the legendary Wizard of Oz saga.
  • Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo are set to star as Glinda and Elphaba respectively, adding some serious star power and vocal chops to the highly anticipated adaptation.
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