Erivo’s iconic costume, which she had to wear for up to 14 hours, went way beyond a black cloak and a conical hat. She also had to wear full body tights and makeup, a corset and a harness for when she performed her own flying stunts.

British actress Cynthia Erivo said feeling like an outsider and “not fitting in” drew her to the role of Elphaba in the upcoming blockbuster Wicked. Erivo stars alongside US pop singer Ariana Grande as Glinda in the film version of the hit Broadway and West End musical.

Cynthia Erivo related to her part in ‘ Wicked ‘ as she has always felt like an outsider. The musical adaptation has been a cultural phenomenon since its Broadway debut in 2003, touching millions of lives with its message of acceptance and self-discovery. The show has broken multiple box office records and has been translated into six languages.