Evil: for goodthe sequel to the popular musical, will feature all-new music that differs from the original production.
“I collaborated on one of the new songs, and it is very special to me.” Cynthia Erivo He said diverse On the Thursday, December 26 episode of the “Award Chatter” podcast. “When we filmed it, the whole crew was in tears. I hope the audience is ready – it's a song that speaks to Elphaba's heart.”
evilwhich arrived in theaters last month, was Adapted from Stephen SchwartzBroadway musical Of the same name. Both shows serve as a prequel to Wizard of Ozbased on Gregory MaguireA novel, in which the Wicked Witch of the West and the Good Witch of the North are roommates at a fictitious university.
The OG musical shined Idina Menzel and Kristin Chenoweth Like Elphaba and Galinda/Glinda respectively. In the long-awaited film version, Erivo, 37, and Ariana Grande Take on roles.
Evil: for good It is set to continue the story where Part one I stopped But in a more mature tone.
“We delve more deeply into the consequences of the characters’ choices,” Erivo said. diverse. “The story is richer, the stakes are higher. It's not just a continuation. It's a transformation.”
While Elphie eventually becomes Ozian's notorious villain, Erivo does not see the character as “pure” evil.
“Elphaba is not evil. None of the characters are purely good or bad. “She is flawed, complex, and human,” Erivo confirmed to the outlet. “This story requires us to reconsider the labels we place on others and on ourselves. It's about empathy and understanding. “The world needs more of that now.”
Erivo and Grande, both 31 He was nominated for a Golden Globe Award to them evil The roles are in different categories. (Erivo is nominated for Best Actress in a Motion Picture Musical/Comedy, while Grande is up for Best Supporting Actress in a Motion Picture Musical/Comedy.)
“Oh my god, oh my god,” Grande gushed via her Instagram Story earlier this month. “I am thrilled and honored to be recognized by the members of @goldengglobes. Crying (of course). Impossible to find my words, but I am simply extremely grateful for this recognition.
She added: “Congratulations to my wonderful and dear sister @cynthiaerivo, and to the entire Ozian family on this celebration of our work. “I cannot express my gratitude.”
Both parts of evildirected by John M. Chualso a star Jonathan Bailey, Marissa Boddy, Ethan Slater, Michelle Yeoh, Jeff Goldblum and Peter Dinklage.
Evil: for good Premiering in theaters on November 21, 2025.