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Wicked Star's Feverish Audition Defied Gravity
7 Dec
Summary
- Cynthia Erivo auditioned with a 103-degree fever for her role.
- Casting directors recalled Erivo 'just nailed' her audition despite illness.
- The star expressed love for the Wicked movies and their stars.
Cynthia Erivo's dedication to her role as Elphaba in the "Wicked" films was remarkable, as she underwent a grueling three-hour audition while battling a high fever of 103 degrees. Despite her illness, Erivo's performance was so powerful that casting directors Bernard Telsey and Tiffany Little Canfield recalled her performance as defying gravity, stating she "just nailed" it.
Erivo herself expressed immense satisfaction with the recently released film, calling it "phenomenal" and praising the performances of Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande. She conveyed her joy that movie musicals are once again captivating audiences in theaters, highlighting the genre's resurgence.
The article also touches upon the legacy of Broadway's Elphabas, mentioning notable past actresses who have played the iconic role. Lencia Kebede is currently making history as the first Black actress to fully embody Elphaba on Broadway, continuing the rich tradition of this beloved character.
