NBC will once again pull back the Emerald curtain for a special encore presentation of “Wicked: One Wonderful Night” on December 31 @ 8PM ET/PT. This once-in-a-lifetime musical event is a thrillifying celebration of the cinematic release of Universal Pictures’ “Wicked: For Good,” the epic finale to the global cultural phenomenon, now playing in theaters.
Since its record-breaking release on November 21, “Wicked: For Good” has earned almost $400 million at the global box office.
The film’s stars, including three-time Academy Award® nominee Cynthia Erivo and Academy Award® nominee Ariana Grande, lead a one-time-only, two-hour special featuring electrifying performances alongside their “Wicked: For Good” co-stars – Oscar® winner Michelle Yeoh, pop culture icon Jeff Goldblum, Tony nominee Ethan Slater, five-time Emmy nominee Bowen Yang and breakout talent Marissa Bode – for an unforgettable night of reimagined musical arrangements, cast interviews, behind-the-scenes moments and exclusive surprises.
Filmed at the iconic Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, “Wicked: One Wonderful Night” transformed the legendary venue into a breathtaking Emerald City-inspired set, complete with a 37-piece live orchestra led by two-time Grammy® award-winning musical director Stephen Oremus, plus jaw-dropping musical numbers and unforgettable performances. The evening features captivating dance numbers inspired by the films and reimagined for this special by Christopher Scott, the acclaimed choreographer of both “Wicked” and “Wicked: For Good.”
“Wicked: One Wonderful Night” features once-in-a-lifetime musical numbers, including an emotional reunion with Idina Menzel, Kristin Chenoweth, Cynthia Erivo, and Ariana Grande as they perform the song, ‘For Good,’ from the Gershwin Theatre in New York City, the location of the original Broadway ‘Wicked’ show.
“Wicked: One Wonderful Night” is produced by Fulwell Entertainment. Ben Winston and Raj Kapoor executive produce.
Universal Pictures’ “Wicked: For Good” is now playing in theaters worldwide.
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| Release: 2025-11-06Genre: MusicDuration: 84 minsBudget: $ 0 | |
OverviewCynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande lead a one-time-only, two-hour special featuring electrifying performances alongside their Wicked: For Good co-stars for a night of reimagined musical arrangements, cast interviews, behind-the-scenes moments, exclusive surprises, and a sneak peek at Wicked: For Good. |
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