The long-awaited musical film WICKED is finally set to premiere in theaters on November 22, 2024! This adaptation of the legendary Broadway musical is being made in two parts and has faced many challenges, especially in finding the lead actors for the characters Elphaba and Glinda. This difficulty prompted director Jon Chu to open auditions, inviting a large number of talents from various backgrounds in the entertainment industry.
After a long process, Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo were finally chosen as the lead actors. However, before that decision was made, many talented actors and musicians were considered for the roles, ranging from Disney Channel stars to Broadway stage veterans. So, who are the actresses that tried to land the lead roles in the movie WICKED? Let's take a look at the list below.