Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo invite fans back to the land of Oz for the television special “Wicked: One Wonderful Night.” The event will air on Thursday night, offering a new take on songs from the iconic musical.
The special features live renditions of audience favorites, including “Defying Gravity” and “Popular,” plus previews of “For Good” and “The Girl in the Bubble.” Expect guest appearances by Michelle Yeoh, Jeff Goldblum, Ethan Slater, Bowen Yang, and Marissa Bode. Viewers will also enjoy comedic moments, production performances, and a glimpse at the upcoming film “Wicked: For Good.”
“I am absolutely delighted to let you in on a centerpiece of our campaign for the second film, and it’s something that’s never been done in the 22-year history of ‘Wicked,’” said Jon M. Chu.
Chu first revealed the project during NBCUniversal’s upfronts at Radio City Music Hall, highlighting that this marks the first time songs from the Broadway hit will appear in this format on broadcast television.
The live special “Wicked: One Wonderful Night” reunites Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo for a musical celebration that bridges Broadway and cinema with star-studded performances and new surprises.