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Grande and Erivo Dazzle at Wicked Premiere Event

11/18/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo attended the New York premiere of Wicked: For Good on November 17, 2025.
Ariana Grande wore a black-and-white couture gown by Schiaparelli.
Cynthia Erivo wore a custom Balenciaga gown with a feathered cape.
The premiere marked the end of the film's promotional tour.
The film releases in theaters on November 21, 2025.

History

Historical Context

"Wicked," a musical adapted from Gregory Maguire's 1995 novel, premiered on Broadway on October 30, 2003, after a successful tryout in San Francisco. Featuring Idina Menzel and Kristin Chenoweth, it grossed over $1 billion, becoming one of Broadway's highest-grossing shows. The upcoming film adaptation, with Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande, continues its cultural impact, bridging generations of fans.

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Story summary

Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo attended the New York premiere of Wicked: For Good on November 17, 2025.
Ariana Grande wore a black-and-white couture gown by Schiaparelli.
Cynthia Erivo wore a custom Balenciaga gown with a feathered cape.
The premiere marked the end of the film's promotional tour.
The film releases in theaters on November 21, 2025.

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