So why does it seem as if she might have been born to play the iconic Wicked Witch of the West in “Wicked,” Jon M. Chu’s musical movie adaptation of author Gregory Maguire’s 1995 “Wizard of Oz” prequel novel and its 2003 Broadway musical?

The actress shares which scene emotionally wrecked her, which moments were improvised, when she found her singing voice, and more.

Wicked” composer and lyricist Stephen Schwartz is set to receive the Icon Award from the Guild of Music Supervisors. Schwartz musical credits include “Enchanted,” “Godspell” and “The Hunchback of Notre Dame.

Although most of Greg Wells’ professional life has involved producing or writing for big pop artists (including Adele, Katy Perry, OneRepublic & Timbaland, Twenty One Pilots and John Legend), he’s dedicated more of his time in recent years to working on films.

Wicked co-stars Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo are both Golden Globe nominees this evening. And naturally, their enduring friendship took center stage on the red carpet. The stars behind Glinda and Elphaba wore a vintage Givenchy dress and a sculptural floral gown, respectively, while posing together for photos, arm in arm.

Before Wicked, Jon M. Chu wowed with Crazy Rich Asians, the first all-Asian modern rom-com, and In the Heights, a vibrant Latino Broadway hit.

Erivo and Grande are joined by Jonathan Bailey (Fiyero), Oscar winner Michelle Yeoh (Madame Morrible), Tony nominee Ethan Slater (Boq), Marissa Bode (Nessarose), Jeff Goldblum (the Wizard), and Peter Dinklage (Dr Dillamond). Jon M Chu directs the two-part property – with the second half due for release in November.

Wicked': Inside the 20-year journey from stage to screen. A production history with Marc Platt, Winnie Holzman, and Jon M. Chu.

Wicked star Ariana Grande recently sat down with the Variety Awards Circuit Podcast, to discuss her experiences creating Glinda for the big screen and what fans can expect from the next installment.

Much of the current clamour is around the two brand-new tunes that will feature in the forthcoming film, titled Wicked: For Good. Elphaba actress Cynthia Erivo has already spoken to WhatsOnStage about working with composer Stephen Schwartz on a new number for Elphaba in the film.