Ariana Grande recently shared insights about her upcoming role as Glinda in Wicked and the deluxe edition of her album Eternal Sunshine during an episode of Variety’s Awards Circuit podcast. Grande expressed her excitement about her dream role, revealing that she began taking acting lessons a year before auditions, aiming to prepare herself thoroughly. She emphasized the vocal adjustments needed to adapt her pop singing style for Glinda’s soprano role, highlighting the complexity of transitioning between different music genres.
Once cast, Grande recognized the significance of the role, stating that it carries a lasting responsibility. She views Glinda as more than just a character, seeing her as a representation of growth and love, and is committed to honoring that portrayal in the film.
Grande also hinted at new material in the sequel, Wicked: For Good, including a song by composer Stephen Schwartz. She described the song as marking a pivotal moment in Glinda’s narrative, revealing a new side to her character that audiences have not yet seen on screen. This gives Grande the unique opportunity to be the first to perform this song, enhancing her connection to the role.
In addition, Grande provided updates on the deluxe version of Eternal Sunshine, noting that it is already completed and will contain new tracks. She indicated that this project is particularly meaningful to her, sharing that she wants to balance her personal life with her artistic endeavors, hinting at future surprises for her fans.