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Wicked Composer's Surprising Take on New Songs
27 Nov, 2025
Summary
- Stephen Schwartz wrote two new songs for the Wicked movie.
- New songs reflect modern anxieties and political changes.
- Schwartz is open to future 'Wicked' spin-offs or sequels.
Stephen Schwartz, the acclaimed composer of "Wicked," reflects on the film adaptation's success and his contributions, including two new songs. He explains that "No Place Like Home" and "The Girl in the Bubble" were crafted specifically for the movie, addressing modern global anxieties and political shifts, rather than stemming from earlier concepts.
Schwartz emphasizes the conscious decision to focus the second film on Glinda's character arc, mirroring Elphaba's journey in the first. He notes that the new songs, particularly "No Place Like Home," resonate with current societal introspection and the challenges of navigating change within one's country.
Looking ahead, Schwartz expresses enthusiasm for the rich territory of "Oz" and indicates that spin-offs or further visits to this world are a distinct possibility. He credits Universal's patience in allowing the "Wicked" film project to develop without undue pressure.
