Book excerpt: "Defying Gravity," a biography of "Wicked" composer Stephen Schwartz

Biographer Carol de Giere explores the creative career of the Grammy- and Oscar-winning composer of such treasured Broadway ...
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What do the lyrics of ‘Defying Gravity’ mean? The ‘Wicked’ song, explained

“Wicked” stars Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo, who play Glinda and Elphaba in the movie adaptation of the musical, are set to perform at the 97th Annual Academy Awards on March 2. The duo has not ...
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How ‘Defying Gravity’ took flight: The untold story from 3 ‘Wicked’ Oscar nominees

“Defying Gravity” is the defining moment of Wicked, serving as the showstopping climax to the movie musical that has racked up 10 Oscar nominations, including for Best Picture, editing, visual effects ...
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Cynthia Erivo Is Not Tired of Singing 'Defying Gravity' Yet 'Because of What It Means to People'

Cynthia Erivo says Elphaba's iconic song in 'Wicked' is "ingrained in my brain forever" Astrida Valigorsky/WireImage Cynthia Erivo is happy to continue belting out "Defying Gravity" for the ...