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Marissa Bode is a disabled actress based in Los Angeles. Marissa has been acting since the age of eight in a number of plays and musicals. "Little Shop of Horrors", "The Diviners", "Peter Pan" and "Mary Poppins" are just a few notable performances. She also has training in the arts and studied at the American Musical and Dramatic Academy. In addition, Marissa's self written, self directed, self produced short film "You're Adorable" was previously accepted into the 2021 Wisconsin Film Festival. When she's not acting or creating films, Marissa enjoys painting and cooking. She is currently starring as Nessarose in the film adaptation of the Broadway musical WICKED directed by Jon Chu, with part one set for release in November 2024, and part two in November 2025.

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Video: Paul Tazewell Showcases WICKED Movie Costumes on THE TODAY SHOW

Wicked movie costume designer Paul Tazewell visited The Today Show on Wednesday and, with him, brought along some of the actual costumes seen in the film. Take a closer look at the iconic costumes now!
Video: Jon M. Chu Shares Vision for WICKED on THE TODAY SHOW

As part of 'Wicked Week' on TODAY, Wicked director Jon M. Chu visited the morning show to share his vision for the highly-anticipated film adaptation of the musical hit. Watch the interview now!
Video: Jonathan Bailey Recalls Filming 'Dancing Through Life' on THE TODAY SHOW

In anticipation of the new Wicked movie, Jonathan Bailey visited The Today Show on Wednesday to discuss the film and share his experience on set. With him, he brought a new clip of the extravagant Dancing Through Life sequence. Watch the interview now!
Videos: Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo Sing 'Popular' and 'The Wizard and I' in New WICKED Clips

Two new clips have just dropped from the Wicked movie! The videos include a full minute each of Ariana Grande's Popular and Cynthia Erivo's The Wizard and I, respectively, offering fans the largest sampling of the numbers to date. Watch them both here!
Video: Jeff Goldblum Recalls Meeting Ariana Grande During Broadway's THE PILLOWMAN

In a new interview on The Tonight Show, Jeff Goldblum shared the first time he met his Wicked co-star Ariana Grande years ago during his run in the 2005 production of Martin McDonagh's play The Pillowman. Watch the interview now!
Video: Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande Star in Magical New WICKED Spot

Comcast and Xfinity have released a new TV spot celebrating the upcoming Wicked movie.  The spot, which features Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande, follows their journeys from childhood to present day, where they take on the iconic roles of Elphaba and Glinda. Watch it here!
U.S. Music Stores to Host Official WICKED Movie Soundtrack Listening Parties

Music stores across the country will host official listening parties to celebrate the soundtrack for the new Wicked movie. From November 22-24, fans can head to a local music store to listen to the new soundtrack. The parties will also include exclusive giveaways and prizes.
Video: Sneak Peek Promo of NBC WICKED Movie Special with Cast

NBC has released a new promo video for Defying Gravity: The Curtain Rises on Wicked, the upcoming behind-the-scenes look at the highly anticipated movie.  The special is set to air Tuesday, Nov. 19 at 10 p.m. on NBC, three days prior to the film’s worldwide release. Peacock will stream the special on Nov. 20. Wicked arrives in theaters November 22.
Cynthia Erivo Brings 'The Wonderful Wizard of Oz' to Life with BetterSleep

Cynthia Erivo is bringing The Wonderful Wizard of Oz to life in a whole new way. In a new partnership with BetterSleep, the Wicked star has read the first few chapters of L. Frank Baum's classic for the app, which is available now.
Video: Kristin Chenoweth Praises WICKED Movie on THE TODAY SHOW

Tony winner Kristin Chenoweth visited the Today Show on Monday morning to discuss several new projects, including her holiday film Our Little Secret and the new Wicked movie. During the interview, Chenoweth praised the film and shared her thoughts about how it might have an effect on future theatergoers. Watch it now!
West End Star Alice Fearn to Appear in WICKED Movie

Alice Fearn, who previously played the role of Elphaba on the West End, will return to the material for the film. Only, this time, the performer will star in the role of Galinda's mother, a character newly created for the film that appears alongside Adam James as Galinda's father.
Video: New Sneak Peek of 'The Wizard and I' Debuts During Cynthia Erivo's TODAY SHOW Interview

On Sunday, Cynthia Erivo sat down with Willie Geist to chat about the Wicked movie. Among the topics covered include her knowledge of the original musical, the casting process, her friendship with Ariana Grande, and more. Watch it now!
Video: WICKED Premieres in Los Angeles

Watch footage from the Los Angeles red carpet premiere of Wicked, featuring Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo, Jonathan Bailey, and more in the video here!
Video: Cynthia Erivo Interview to Kick Off WICKED Week on TODAY

Beginning Sunday, November 10, TODAY will kick off 'Wicked Week,' a celebration of the highly anticipated musical event that hits theaters on November 22. Throughout the week, stars from the film will join TODAY to discuss the film. Watch a preview clip now!
Videos You Missed This Week: RAGTIME, WICKED, and More

It's been a busy week on (and off) Broadway! Fall 2024 is here at last, which means that a whole new bunch of Broadway and off-Broadway shows are opening soon. Catch up on all the latest from the week ending November 8, 2024 with videos from Ragtime, Wicked, Suffs, and more!
Video: Jonathan Bailey Charms as Fiyero in New WICKED Promo

Jonathan Bailey is as charming as ever in a new promo spotlighting his character Fiyero in the new Wicked movie. 'What's been amazing for me is falling into something huge and trusting the free fall,' Bailey shares. Watch the video!
WICKED Legend to Make Surprise Cameo in New Movie

In their dedicated Wicked issue, People Magazine has revealed an important cameo from a key Wicked veteran who will appear in the new film. According to the issue, this is only one of the movie's 'many cameos.' Find out more here!
'Popular' Number Features Extended Ending in WICKED Movie

Glinda's iconic musical number has been given an update in the film adaptation. 'Popular,' sung by Glinda in Wicked, has been extended with key changes for Ariana Grande's rendition in the film.
Ariana Grande to Talk WICKED on THE TONIGHT SHOW Next Week

Ariana Grande is going back to The Tonight Show! Next week, the Wicked star will make her 12th appearance on the late-night show to discuss the new movie with host Jimmy Fallon.

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