Former ‘Wicked’ on Broadway Star Shoshana Bean Shares Why She Hasn’t Seen the First ‘Wicked’ Movie Yet (Exclusive)

Shoshana Bean on Watching the Wicked Films

Shoshana Bean, former Broadway star of Wicked, shared why she has yet to watch the first film in the franchise, Wicked: Part 1, even though its sequel, Wicked: For Good, is premiering soon.

Waiting to Watch the Films Back-to-Back

At the Hulaween Gala in New York City on October 24, Bean explained her decision to delay watching the first movie until both films can be seen together.

“I waited until the second, so I could watch them back-to-back,” said Bean, 48, expressing excitement to experience the movies consecutively.

Her Connection to Wicked

Bean portrayed Elphaba on Broadway from 2005 to 2006, making her deeply connected to the story and characters.

Anticipation for the Musical Adaptation

One aspect Bean is particularly eager about is seeing the song “No Good Deed” brought to life on the big screen.

“It’s a very cinematic song, and I would love to see it have more life than what a stage is capable of doing,” Bean said. “I could not even possibly imagine to the extent that Jon Chu’s genius can dream, can create.”

Summary

Shoshana Bean looks forward to watching the Wicked films together, anticipating how the cinematic version will enhance songs like “No Good Deed,” showcasing the director's creative vision.

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