In a recent interview for the SAG-AFTRA Foundation Conversations series, Ariana Grande shared her thoughts on what would have happened to her character, Glinda, if she had left Oz with Elphaba instead of staying behind. The singer and actress, who is gearing up to star as Glinda in the upcoming film adaptation of the Broadway musical “Wicked,” candidly admitted that she believes her character would have “died immediately” if she had chosen to leave with Elphaba.
Grande explained that she believes Glinda’s character arc is so intertwined with the land of Oz that if she had left with Elphaba, she would not have been able to survive outside of that magical world. The “Positions” singer even joked about how her character’s death would have been swift, quipping, “She would’ve died immediately! You know, like she would’ve just, you know, turned into a confetti, like, been out! Over.”
Fans of the musical will remember that Glinda and Elphaba go on very different paths in the story, with Glinda staying behind to become the Good Witch of the North and Elphaba fleeing to try and right the wrongs of Oz. Grande’s interpretation of how Glinda’s story might have ended if she had left with Elphaba showcases her commitment to understanding her character and bringing depth to her portrayal on screen.
As Grande continues to delve deep into the role of Glinda in preparation for the highly-anticipated “Wicked” film adaptation, fans can expect to see a nuanced and thought-provoking depiction of one of Broadway’s most iconic characters. The singer’s insights into Glinda’s potential fate only serve to heighten the anticipation for the upcoming film, leaving viewers eager to see how her portrayal will unfold on screen.
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