Wicked star Cynthia Erivo has landed a huge new deal with Universal Pictures.
As per The Hollywood Reporter, Erivo and her production company, Edith's Daughter, have signed a first-look deal with the studio. Though no specific projects have been detailed yet, the move could be a big step in the star's career.
"Having spent the last 3 years collaborating with Donna Langley, Peter Cramer and the team at Universal on Wicked, I've experienced first-hand the love and fearlessness with which they tell stories and uplift storytellers," said Erivo in a statement.
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"I'm absolutely overjoyed to take this next step in our partnership with our first look deal. This is not just a milestone for my production company, but a testament to the power of storytelling and the importance of diverse voices in film. I can't wait to bring our visions to life and share them with the world!"
"Cynthia's world-class talent is matched only by her unwavering commitment to authenticity, representation, and empathy as a storyteller," added Universal Pictures president Peter Cramer. "She has inspired us all throughout the making of Wicked, and we are so honoured that she has chosen to partner with Universal to help amplify her mission at Edith's Daughter."
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Whilst it's unknown what Erivo and Edith's Daughter's next project will be, the actor can currently be seen on the big screen as Elphaba in Wicked, the first instalment of a two-part movie saga which adapts the hit Broadway show.
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The decision to split the musical into two films was recently explained by director Jon M Chu, who said: "The alternative was not possible, to be honest. We tried to make it into one movie, and you had to rip out songs and it became not Wicked.
"We questioned ourselves at every turn. We did not make decisions lightly. We actually could make decisions and go backwards. We tried all versions [of songs], always... I think the audience will stick with us on that when you see the movie."
Wicked is in cinemas now.
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