Wicked: For Good Casts Bethany Weaver as Dorothy Gale in Highly Anticipated Sequel
Fans of the musical Wicked have been eagerly awaiting the announcement of who will play Dorothy Gale in the upcoming sequel, Wicked: For Good. The character of Dorothy plays a minor role in Wicked but is still crucial to the storyline. The role has been given to Bethany Weaver, a 30-year-old actor from Surrey who has a background in theatre and choreography. Weaver's portrayal of Dorothy is brief, with minimal screen time and dialogue, allowing the focus to remain on the main characters, Elphaba and Glinda.
Director Jon M Chu made a conscious decision to limit Dorothy's presence on screen to preserve the audience's existing perception of the character. This approach was supported by Cynthia Erivo, who plays Elphaba, and Ariana Grande, who plays Glinda. Grande mentioned that her character's interactions with Dorothy allowed her to add a touch of "shadiness" to Glinda's personality. The film has received positive reviews, with praise for the performances of the leading actresses, Erivo and Grande.
While Wicked: For Good has been well-received, some critics have pointed out minor flaws in the film, such as underutilization of certain characters. Despite this, the overall consensus is that the performances of the cast, particularly Erivo and Grande, elevate the movie. Wicked: For Good is set to hit cinemas on November 21st, offering fans a continuation of the beloved story.