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‘Wicked’ Had a ‘Very Intentional’ Commitment to Amplify Disabled People From First Days of Production

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Story by Raquel 'Rocky' Harris
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The 'Wicked' filmmakers made a concerted effort to amplify disabled voices and accessibility from the outset of production, casting a wheelchair-using actress in a lead role.
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  • The filmmakers cast wheelchair user Marissa Bode in the key role of Nessarose, ensuring authentic representation from the start.
  • Accessibility was a priority, with the production design showcasing wheelchair-friendly access points throughout the film's elaborate sets.
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Marissa Bode, Wicked, Wicked
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