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Behind the Scenes of ‘Wicked: For Good’ Music & Magic w/ Jon M. Chu | On the Record 0 (0)

In this episode of Billboard On The Record, director Jon M. Chu and music editor Jack Dolman join host Kristin Robinson to talk about bringing the iconic musical ‘Wicked’ to the big screen. They dive into the process of adapting a beloved story, from working closely with Stephen Schwartz to deciding how to split the film into two parts. Chu and Dolman share behind-the-scenes insights on live performances by Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo, balancing music and acting and maintaining the integrity of every song. They discuss the challenges of transitioning from dialogue to song, collaborating with the cast and [See More…]

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Top 10 Ways Wicked the Movie Differs from Wicked the Musical 0 (0)

From expanded musical numbers to new characters, the “Wicked” movie adaptation brings fresh twists to the beloved stage musical. Join us as we explore the most significant changes that breathe new life into the Land of Oz, diving deeper into Elphaba’s backstory and the political landscape of this magical world. Our countdown includes changes to “One Short Day,” more commentary on Animal rights, Elphaba’s visions, and how Fiyero meets Elphaba. We’ll also look at new characters like Miss Coddle and expanded scenes that give us a deeper understanding of Elphaba’s childhood and her sessions with Madame Morrible. Which change surprised [See More…]