Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo Tell All on ‘Wicked’ Oscar Buzz, Queer Glinda, That Viral Press Tour and What to Expect From Part 2
Witnessing Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande together is a captivating spectacle of contrasts. Despite their constant visibility on social media and television screens, as fans eagerly follow their joint press tour for the film “Wicked,” it’s challenging not to be spellbound. In a New York City studio in December, these two new co-stars, born in London and Boca Raton respectively, pose for photographs. Erivo presents an air of quiet strength, embodying her character Elphaba, yet off-camera she transforms into a vivacious individual, cheering on director Jon M. Chu as he takes individual shots: “Give me Calvin Klein, Jon!” she exclaims. “C’mon, profile! Work!” Immediately, Chu seems to grow taller, straightening his posture and tilting his chin ever so slightly.