Glinda, Wicked and Elphaba

Wicked Author Gregory Maguire Says Elphaba and Glinda’s Sexual Tension Was “Intentional”
In an expansive — and possibly final — interview with Them, the novelist discusses Elphaba’s origin story, its nods to the AIDS epidemic, and all those queer fan theories.
Wicked author finally confirms ‘intentional’ lesbian subplot between Glinda and Elphaba
Well, now the original author of Wicked has confirmed it was “intentional” for the novel to have a subplot of lesbian romance between Glinda and Elphaba. This was made even more clear in the books when Glinda and Elphaba actually kissed each other but were left out in the 2024 film.
The smallest way Glinda fails Elphaba in Wicked is also the most telling
She fails herself, her college, and her country, but she especially fails her rival, roommate, and eventual friend Elphaba. In the new movie adaptation of Act I of the Broadway show, one of the ways she fails Elphaba caught my attention in a way it never did onstage.
The author of OG Wicked novel confirms lesbian subtext between Glinda and Elphaba is intentional
The author of the original Wicked novel has confirmed the lesbian subtext between Glinda and Elphaba is intentional. Warning: Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West spoilers ahead.
“Wicked” Author Gregory Maguire Confirms 'Intentional' Lesbian Subtext Between Glinda and Elphaba
In an interview with 'Them,' Maguire discussed his 1995 novel that inspire the Broadway musical and new film starring Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo
Glinda & Elphaba Lesbian Subtext In Wicked Was Intentional, Confirms Author
Wicked author Gregory Maguire confirms lesbian subtext between Glinda and Elphaba was always intentional while he was developing their relationship.
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Sure, Wicked has some gay subtext – but how many characters and actors are actually queer?
We gays have a habit of latching onto powerful straight women, and the same could be said of Glinda’s besties Pfannee and ...
‘Wicked’: Shooting the Love Story Between Elphaba and Glinda in a Rainbow-Colored Oz
The emotional high points are the Ozdust ballroom scene and the climactic “Defying Gravity” musical number. In the former, ...
'Insufferable, Yes’: Ariana Grande Talks About Wicked's Glinda and Elphaba’s Relationship with Paul Mescal
Ariana Grande recently opened up about her time with co-star Cynthia Erivo during Wicked press tours while talking to Paul ...
‘Wicked’-Inspired Gifts For Fans Of All Ages
Whether they’re in Kansas or on Broadway in New York, Elphaba and Glinda fans will rejoicify when they open these Oz-inspired gifts.
Paris Hilton Stepped Out in a Look Straight Out of Glinda's Closet from 'Wicked'
Paris Hilton paid a visit to The Drew Barrymore Show yesterday (we can expect her and Drew to be holding hands and staring ...
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Real meaning behind Glinda’s name in Wicked as fans only just realise Elphaba has secret definition too
The real meaning behind Glinda’s name in Wicked explained as fans are only just realising Elphaba has a secret definition too ...
Ethan Slater Played Glinda & Nessarose In Hilarious 'Wicked' Audition
Ethan Slater dishes on playing munchkin Boq in the hit movie "Wicked," and reveals that he felt embarrassed after submitting ...
Wicked’s beautiful extended ‘Dancing Through Life’ scene could only work on film
The duet exists in the stage show, as the two women dance in the midst of the show’s longest song, “Dancing Through Life.” In the movie, the song is even longer, but the expanded version is very much ...
Defy Gravity With These Delightful Wicked LEGO Sets
There are quite a few Wicked LEGO sets available to buy right now, from Elphaba and Glinda figures to the Emerald City.