Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo, Idina Menzel, and Kristin Chenoweth Perform ‘For Good’
Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo, Idina Menzel, and Kristin Chenoweth joined forces to perform the song “For Good.” This collaboration highlights their remarkable contributions to the acclaimed musical Wicked, which will see a film adaptation titled Wicked: For Good, premiering on November 21.
Performance Overview
The star-studded performance aired during the NBC special “One Wonderful Night” on November 6, 2023. Menzel and Chenoweth, who originally portrayed Elphaba and Glinda on Broadway in 2003, surprised fans by joining Erivo and Grande. The latter are taking on the same roles in the forthcoming film.
Special Event Details
- Event Title: One Wonderful Night
- Airing Date: November 6, 2023
- Film Release Date: November 21, 2023
- Location: Dolby Theatre, Los Angeles
- Accessibility: Available on Peacock from November 7, 2023
Musical Highlights
The performance transformed the Dolby Theatre into an Emerald City-inspired set, featuring a 37-piece live orchestra conducted by Stephen Oremus. Grande opened the evening with a new arrangement of “No One Mourns the Wicked,” complemented by backup dancers and a vibrant choir.
Erivo also shone during her performance of “The Wizard and I.” With a strong menswear-inspired look and green lighting, she showcased her vocal prowess as dancers twirled around her.
About Wicked
Wicked is based on Gregory Maguire’s 1995 novel, which delves into the intricate friendship between Elphaba Thropp and Galinda Upland, originating in L. Frank Baum’s cherished tale, The Wonderful Wizard of Oz. The musical features music composed by Stephen Schwartz and has garnered immense appreciation since its inception.
The upcoming film adaptation, directed by Jon M. Chu, promises to capture the magic of the Broadway sensation. The collaboration between Grande, Erivo, Menzel, and Chenoweth in their rendition of “For Good” demonstrates the enduring impact of Wicked’s narrative and the friendships formed along the way.
