“Wicked: Part 1,” possibly the most anticipated film of the holiday season, has sparked debate over how audiences should behave during screenings of the musical hitting theaters this weekend.
To sing along, or not to sing along
Theater chain AMC has urged audiences to remain quiet during the screening. However, some fans have strong opinions about whether he should be allowed to sing or not.
symptoms Reading“To our guests watching Wicked, we request that you allow everyone to enjoy the cinema experience. Please refrain from singing during the show.”
something online Agreed AMC said they want to listen to the stars, not the audience. A moviegoer brought a poster to the theater Reading“Attention Ozian: No matter how beautiful (or not), please do not sing!”.
Other argued Since the film is a musical, people should be allowed to sing, especially in the opening weekend.
“I say, if you come in for the first time and sing, sing,” said actress Cynthia Erivo, who played Elphaba in the film. Interview StayTuned with NBC. “But come another time and let us sing for you.”
Ariana Grande, who plays Glinda, said she understands the “charming” desire to sing along, but also respects why people wouldn't do it. He said if someone throws popcorn, “Maybe stop.”
However, there is hope for those who have a song in their hearts. According to AMC, a single-edition version will be released in some North American theaters on Christmas Day, exactly one month after the film's premiere. Diversity,
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Who's in the star-studded cast?
Erivo is a Tony and Grammy-award-winning British actress and singer who rose to fame starring in the Broadway revival of “The Color Purple.” She also received an Oscar nomination for her portrayal of Harriet Tubman in the 2019 biopic “Harriet.”
Grande is a Grammy-award winning singer, songwriter and actress who began her career in “13” on Broadway and then appeared in several Nickelodeon shows. She is widely known as a pop music superstar with hits such as “7 Rings” and “Thank U, Next”.
Jonathan Bailey plays Fiyero, a prince and Elphaba's love interest. Bailey rose to fame starring in the Netflix series “Bridgerton” and has a musical background in West End productions such as “Les Miserables” and “Company.”
Bok, the love interest of Elphaba's sister Nessarose, is played by Ethan Slater, best known as SpongeBob in “SpongeBob SquarePants” on Broadway.
Oscar-winning icon Michelle Yeoh plays Madame Morrible, headmistress of Shi's University. His most recent win came from starring in “Everything Everywhere All at Once”. Earlier this year, President Biden honored him with the Presidential Medal of Freedom.
Acclaimed actor Jeff Goldblum plays the role of The Wizard. Two of his most famous blockbuster films include “Jurassic Park” and “Independence Day”. He has also had critically acclaimed roles in Wes Anderson's films and appears in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
Dr. Dillamond, the goat-professor at Schiz University, is played by award-winning actor Peter Dinklage. He is most famous for his role as Tyrion Lannister in “Game of Thrones”.
“Saturday Night Live” star and comedian Bowen Yang plays Puffany, one of Glinda's friends.
Keala Settle, best known for her roles in “The Greatest Showman” and as Angelique/Nurse in the West End musical “And Juliet”, plays Miss Caudle. The original character was created for the 2024 film.
What's it about (spoiler-free)? what else to know
“Wicked: Part 1” is the first of a two-part film series based on the musical “Wicked”, adapted from the book “Wicked” by Gregory Maguire. It is based on “The Wizard of Oz”.
The 2024 film Good Witch, Glinda, and the Bad Witch, Elphaba, follows the unlikely friendship that develops as university roommates. The pair head to the city of Oz to meet The Wizard.
It has a runtime of 2 hours 44 minutes. Fans shouldn't expect a post-credits scene after the movie ends.
“Wicked: Part 2” is scheduled to release on November 21, 2025.
What is “Glicked”?
A November Fandango survey found that approximately 65% of moviegoers were interested in seeing a double feature of “Wicked” and “Gladiator II” in theaters. Both films were released on the same weekend.
The movie-combo is named “Glicked”, reminiscent of 2023's “Barbenheimer”.