Wicked: One Wonderful Night — 9 Things You Didn’t See on TV
At the Dolby Theatre taping of “Wicked: One Wonderful Night,” audiences got a rare glimpse behind the scenes, despite Oz’s advice to ignore the man behind the curtain. The event, filmed on September 24, featured an enthusiastic crowd of “Wicked” fans dressed for the occasion.
Highlights That Made the Broadcast
Among the many standout moments shown on TV was a duet of the Judy Garland–Barbra Streisand classic, performed by Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo. Their lively rendition of “Happy Days Are Here Again/Get Happy” captivated audiences in the theater and at home.
Unseen Behind-the-Scenes Moments
- Before filming began, the production team taught the audience a short choreography for the opening number “No One Mourns the Wicked.”
- Fans seated in the orchestra received faux tulips and practiced tossing them on cue — timed precisely to Ariana Grande’s entrance as Glinda the Good.
- The rehearsal lasted several minutes and ended with dancers joining for a synchronized final run-through before cameras rolled.
- Scenes were recorded out of sequence, combining complete musical numbers with transitions between scenes.
“Audiences were treated to a rare peek at the magic behind the scenes.”
The night celebrated both the energy of live performance and the detailed precision required to bring cinematic magic to life on stage and screen.
Author’s Summary
The Dolby Theatre performance of “Wicked: One Wonderful Night” revealed playful rehearsals, interactive choreography, and off-camera details unseen on broadcast TV.