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Cynthia Erivo, who soared to new heights

Cynthia Erivo, who soared to new heights as Elphaba in 'Wicked', to perform with Houston Symphony

Erivo will join principal POPS conductor Steven Reineke for the show, which will feature songs from "The Color Purple," "Harriet," "Wicked" and more. Erivo released her debut album "Ch. 1 Vs. 1" in 2021.

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Cynthia Erivo could become the youngest EGOT winner after 'Wicked' Oscar nomination

After earning her second best actress Oscar nomination for playing Elphaba, Erivo got a second chance at an Emmy, Grammy, Oscar and Tony (EGOT) sweep.

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Cynthia Erivo Casts a Spell: How Her Elphaba Changed ‘Wicked’ for Good

So why does it seem as if she might have been born to play the iconic Wicked Witch of the West in “Wicked,” Jon M. Chu’s musical movie adaptation of author Gregory Maguire’s 1995 “Wizard of Oz” prequel novel and its 2003 Broadway musical?

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Oscar nominee Cynthia Erivo gets new chance to become youngest to EGOT

Wicked' star Cynthia Erivo just landed her third Oscar nomination with a Best Actress nod, giving her a new chance to become the youngest person to earn an EGOT after previous Emmy, Grammy, and Tony ...

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Cynthia Erivo Celebrates ‘Unbelievable’ Oscars Nomination: ‘A Dream Come True’

Cynthia Erivo is celebrating her nomination for best actress in a leading role for her portrayal of Elphaba in 'Wicked.' See her post here.

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Cynthia Erivo On Best Actress ‘Wicked’ Oscar Nomination: “It’s Madness And Amazing”

Musican-actor Cynthia Erivo talks to Deadline about the importance of playing Elphana and her Oscar nominations ...

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Cynthia Erivo Made a Promise to See Her Characters Through

Whether it’s Elphaba in “Wicked” or Celie in “The Color Purple,” the star doesn’t choose parts “frivolously”; she wants roles ...

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Cynthia Erivo Is One Award Away From EGOT Status

If Erivo takes home this Oscar, she’ll have a lot more to celebrate: It would make her the youngest EGOT winner in history, according to Entertainment Weekly. Currently, that title is held by John ...