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Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo just united with the Broadway family of Wicked for a very special screening of their new movie!

The two actresses, who star as Glinda and Elphaba in the Wicked movie, brought together Broadway’s Glinda and Elphaba actresses for a screening on Monday (October 28) at the DGA Theater in New York City.

Kristin Chenoweth, who originated the role of Glinda and is rumored to make a cameo in the movie, was among the attendees. Also there were director Jon M. Chu and composer Stephen Schwartz.

Amanda Jane Cooper, Alli Mauzey, Alexandra Socha, Carrie St. Louis, Brittney Johnson, McKenzie Kurtz, Ginna Claire Mason, Katie Rose Clarke, Jenny Dinoia, Talia Suskauer, Mary Kate Morrissey, Dee Roscioli, Alyssa Fox, and Caroline Bowman were among the Broadway stars who were there.

Last week, Ariana and Cynthia attended a Wicked screening with one of the most famous families in America.

What good is sitting alone in your room this week If you don't already have plans to see a Broadway show, come out to see your favorite Broadway stars in a cabaret act instead. After Broadway orchestras begin their overtures, ensemble members take their dance breaks, and performers belt out their eleven o'clock numbers, the party continues at various cabaret venues throughout New York City. Highlights this week include Amanda Jane Cooper, Katie Ladner, Nick Cordero and many more...

Talent manager Mike Gillespie, most recently at Primary Wave Entertainment, has launched his own talent management company, Brave Artists Management.

“After 12 years in Los Angeles, I’m very proud to start my own company,” said Gillespie. “I’m very fortunate to have amazing clients that understand my passion for this industry and with hard work and determination we will find success in this next chapter. I’m also very grateful for all the mentors I’ve had, what I’ve learned and how they continue to encourage me.”

Gillespie began his career in publicity at The Jim Henson Company and segued to talent representation with a move to UTA where he worked for five years, starting in the mailroom and working his up to talent agent. He then made the choice to switch to management and was instrumental in launching Intellectual Artist Management, along with Partners David Guillod and Jeff Morrone.

Whether she's flying high by bubble or just hangin out with her fellow Ozians backstage, Amanda Jane Cooper's lifeat the Gershwin Theatre is far from boring.As Wicked counts down the hours until its landmark15th Anniversary on Broadway, she's taking us behind the scenes of an ordinary, Glinda-fied day.Let's wander an enjoy one short day backstage withGlinda...

On Broadway and beyond, a curtain can rise as quickly as it can fall; a star can be swapped as easily as Bernie Telsey can say, “That’s enough.” Theater is the beating heart of New York show business and, if you want to make it here, it’s crucial you’re up to date on incoming projects, latest castings, and other industry news. Don’t worry, Broadway baby, Backstage has your back. Every week, we’re rounding up the can’t-miss stories no thespian should live without, so you can focus on important matters like hitting your high F. Curtain up and light those lights! Welcome new citizens to Oz.Fellow Ozians: Beginning Jan. 30, Broadway’s long-running hit “Wicked” will welcome two new cast members. Tony-nominated Isabel Keating will take over the role of Madame Morrible and Martin Moran will assume the Doctor Dillamond track. The duo joins a...

Glinda vs. Galinda what makes a great Halloween costume the greatness of Shirley Temple... These were just a few of the hard-hitting topics discussed earlier this week, when BroadwayWorld took you to the Gershwin Theatre for a live chat with the witches of Wicked- Jackie Burns and Amanda Jane Cooper. Watch below to catch up on the latest edition of BroadwayWorld Live...

Good news BroadwayWorld Live is heading to Oz On Tuesday, October 17, 530pm Est BroadwayWorld is taking you straight to the Gershwin Theatre for a live chat with the wicthes of Wicked- Jackie Burns and Amanda Jane Cooper. Don't forget to tune in to our official Facebook page to submit your questions live or send us questions in advance on Twitter BroadwayWorld with AskWickedBWW.

Today, Amanda Jane Cooper speaks exclusively with Bww and tells us why she 'couldn't be happier' making her Broadway debut in this beloved musical...