The movie “Wicked” will be shown Monday, May 24, at Darien Library, starting at 6 p.m. — and it’s a long one, lasting until 8:45 p.m.
— an announcement from Darien Library
Nominated for 10 Oscars, including Best Motion Picture of the Year, Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role – Cynthia Erivo, Best Performance by an Actress in a Supporting Role – Ariana Grande, and Best Achievement in Music Written for Motion Pictures – Original Score – John Powell & Stephen Schwartz.
From the Universal Pictures description of the film:
“Wicked, the untold story of the witches of Oz, stars Emmy, Grammy and Tony winning and Oscar®-nominated powerhouse Cynthia Erivo (Harriet, Broadway’s The Color Purple) as Elphaba, a young woman misunderstood because of her green skin who has yet to discover her true power, and Grammy-winning, multi-platinum recording artist and global superstar Ariana Grande as Glinda, a popular young woman gilded by privilege who has yet to discover her true heart.
“The two meet as students at Shiz University in the fantastical Land of Oz and forge an unlikely but profound friendship. Following an encounter with The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, their friendship reaches a crossroads and their lives take very different paths. Their extraordinary adventures in Oz will ultimately see them fulfill their destinies as Glinda the Good and the Wicked Witch of the West.”
If You’re Going …
The film will be shown in the Community Room at the library. No registration is needed.