Wicked is returning to theaters for ‘one-night-only’ on June 4th, coinciding with the release of the sequel’s trailer, Wicked: For Good, which premieres Nov. 21.
The film’s official X account featured stars Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande teasing the upcoming screening and preview: “We have an announcement! Wicked returns to theaters for one night only in the US & Canada on June 4 with a special first look at the Wicked: For Good trailer. Tickets on sale now.”
In addition, Erivo and Grande will perform hit songs from the films in a live musical special airing on NBC in the fall. Director Jon M. Chu announced the news during the NBCUniversal upfront presentation, in which he said: “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.” (per Variety).
The special, which starts streaming on Peacock the day after its NBC premiere, will also feature other “Wicked” cast members and “surprise guests” are also expected to take part in the “night of entertainment that we think will be, as they say in Oz, thrillifying,” Chu said.
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