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Erivo’s iconic costume, which she had to wear for up to 14 hours, went way beyond a black cloak and a conical hat. She also had to wear full body tights and makeup, a corset and a harness for when she performed her own flying stunts.

British actress Cynthia Erivo said feeling like an outsider and “not fitting in” drew her to the role of Elphaba in the upcoming blockbuster Wicked. Erivo stars alongside US pop singer Ariana Grande as Glinda in the film version of the hit Broadway and West End musical.

Cynthia Erivo related to her part in ‘ Wicked ‘ as she has always felt like an outsider. The musical adaptation has been a cultural phenomenon since its Broadway debut in 2003, touching millions of lives with its message of acceptance and self-discovery. The show has broken multiple box office records and has been translated into six languages.

From the original Wicked Witch of the West in The Wizard of Oz to the newest version of Elphaba played by Cynthia Erivo, here's everything you need to know about the main character in Wicked.

Cynthia Erivo felt like she was saying goodbye to a "really close friend" when she finished playing her Wicked character Elphaba. The Widows actress "crumbled" and "cried for hours" after shooting her last scene as the green-skinned witch because she felt like she was saying "bye to really close friends".

Cynthia Erivo found it easy relating to her 'Wicked' alter ego Elphaba as she has often felt as if she is an outsider.

Cynthia Erivo is opening up about her first taste of Wicked. The actress, who plays Elphaba in the upcoming film adaptation of the hit Broadway musical, appeared on the Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon on Wednesday,