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'Wicked': Cynthia Erivo on Elphaba as a Black Queer Woman

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Story by Angelique Jackson
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Cynthia Erivo takes Elphaba's witch to new heights, exploring the character's Black queer identity in a triumphant London homecoming.
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  • Erivo surprised a packed house in her hometown of London, where audience cheers rivaled Elphaba's own powerful vocals.
  • The actress is bringing a fresh, nuanced perspective to the beloved 'Wicked' character, diving into Elphaba's identity as a Black queer woman.
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Cynthia Erivo, Odeon Leicester Square, Wicked
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