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Wicked review: a stunning film adaptation that avoids all the usual pitfalls of moving musicals from the stage to the screen

The journey from successful stage musical to big-screen adaptation is rarely truly successful. From director Joshua Logan’s use of coloured filters in the 1950s adaptation of South Pacific (which looks as if something is wrong) to Tom Hooper’s recent mega-mess movie of Cats, there are so many pitfalls to avoid.

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Wicked’s Defying Gravity is a musical theatre anthem – and a battle cry for outsiders

As director Jon M Chu’s first instalment of the mega-musical adaptation Wicked arrives in cinemas, a new audience of fans is connecting with Stephen Schwartz’s memorable score. Featuring hits including Popular, The Wizard and I and For Good, the musical is particularly loved for its celebration of female characters in…

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Do Idina Menzel and Kristin Chenoweth make a Wicked cameo in the movie?

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Original Wicked stars pose with Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo at LA premiere

The musical opened on Broadway in 2003 starring Idina Menzel as Elphaba and Kristin Chenoweth as Glinda.

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Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo, Michelle Yeoh and Jeff Goldblum on red carpet for Wicked premiere in Los Angeles

Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo dazzled on the red carpet of the premiere for Wicked alongside their co-stars Michelle Yeoh and Jeff Goldblum.

Evening Standard

Frozen star Idina Menzel's patio taps into a luxe 2024 trend with one unexpected furnishing – it's cozy enough for every season

The singer's patio evokes the outdoor living room style with a gorgeous, heavily patterned accessory – experts explain why the look is so popular

Homes & Gardens

Steven Spielberg and Missy Elliott receive top US honour in White House ceremony

US President Joe Biden presented the 2022 and 2023 National Medals of Arts in conjunction with the National Humanities Medals.

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Idina Menzel Singing 'New York, New York' at Belmont Stakes Draws Mixed Fan Reactions

The Broadway legend had a tall task Saturday.

Sports Illustrated

Taye Diggs Net Worth 2024: From Broadway To The Big Screen

Taye Diggs may be one of the most versatile actors as he can do film, TV, and theater. With so many projects in his cap, his net worth has reached millions.

International Business Times

Exploring The Best Songs From Hollywood Musicals

Discover the magic of Hollywood musicals with iconic songs performed by legendary artists that have captured hearts for generations.

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Holly Willoughby makes surprise return to ITV’s This Morning in throwback clip

Willoughby was seen in a compilation segment which showed some of the best bits of 2023 on the daytime show

The Independent UK

32 Broadway Shows That Ran For A Crazy Amount Of Time

Broadway has had some awesome shows that have run for a long time. Here are some of the best that you have to know about.

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The 32 Most Controversial Oscars Moments

You never know quite what will happen!

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Idina Menzel Throws It Back To Being A Guest On The 1989 Tour Stage, But She Left Out Taylor Swift's Hilarious Olaf Costume

Frozen star Idina Menzel just reminded us that she once sang "Let It Go" on a 1989 tour date with Taylor Swift, and it was way cool!

The Independent UK

Idina Menzel reveals the ‘interracial aspect’ of her marriage with ex Taye Diggs influenced their divorce

‘There was disappointment in the community with him because he was married to a little white, Jewish girl,’ Menzel says

The Guardian - UK

Idina Menzel: ‘Through my character Elsa in Frozen, I was thrown into being a role model for empowerment’

The actor and singer, aged 52, on what she learned by singing at weddings, her childhood dream coming true and battling vanity

The Independent UK

Netflix director defends Adam Sandler casting daughters in new film: ‘He’s doing the same thing he’s always done’

‘You Are So Not Invited to My Bat Mitzvah’ is No 1 film on Netflix

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The Independent UK

Netflix director defends Adam Sandler casting daughters in new film: ‘He’s doing the same thing he’s always done’

‘You Are So Not Invited to My Bat Mitzvah’ is No 1 film on Netflix

The Independent UK

Netflix director defends Adam Sandler casting daughters in new film: ‘He’s doing the same thing he’s always done’

‘You Are So Not Invited to My Bat Mitzvah’ is No 1 film on Netflix

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Adam Sandler Wanted To Work With Idina Menzel Again After Uncut Gems, And His New Netflix Movie Director Had A Funny Joke About It

Adam Sandler and Idina Menzel reunited after Uncut Gems, and the director of their new Netflix movie had a funny joke about it.

The Independent UK

Jack Antonoff shares reaction to Scooter Braun losing several celebrity clients

Ariana Grande and Demi Lovato among singers who have reportedly parted ways with talent manager in the last week

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You Are So Not Invited To My Bat Mitzvah Cast: Where You've Seen The Stars Of The Netflix Comedy

Adam Sandler's daughter leads his latest Netflix movie in the You Are So Not Invited to My Bat Mitzvah cast.

The Guardian - UK

Disney’s Frozen is back – as a podcast

To mark 10 years since the movie, Elsa, Anna and co return in a new 12-part audio series … with none of the original cast

The Independent UK

Scooter Braun – live: Confusion as more artists reportedly join Ariana Grande in leaving music mogul

Music manager posted a tongue-in-cheek response to reports that some of his clients are splitting from SB Projects

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