Who is Dorothy in Wicked: For Good? It has taken years for moviegoers to find out who could fill these iconic shoes- and the answer is shocking. Continue reading to get the complete revelation and backstage information about the breakout star who made everything happen.
There is no more secret now – the news is out. The makers of the show, Wicked: For Good, have confirmed that a promising British star, Bethany Weaver, will portray Dorothy Gale in the 2025 film musical. It has been a long-time-coming casting reveal that is leaving fans buzzing with excitement–and with a certain degree of doubt. What happened to an almost unknown performer who ended up in the legendary role that Judy Garland made so famous?
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There was lots of speculation on the internet regarding celebrities such as the well-known Alisha Weir and pop sensation Maisie Beer taking on the role of Dorothy. However, eventually, the role was assigned to Weaver, a talented dancer and choreographer who resides in Surrey, England.
Her character remains unseen on screen and most of the time the audience has not shown her face, so that Dorothy’s presence seems mysterious and magical. One can only catch a glimpse of her figure when Glinda (Ariana Grande) and Elphaba (Cynthia Erivo) interact at key moments in the play- just enough to stir curiosity, but never enough to steal the show from the spellbinding tale of Oz.
Bethany Weaver is no more stranger to the stage. She attended the best acting schools in the UK and she has worked as a director and choreographer in London’s West End and worked on productions such as ‘Asmahan’ and ‘Broken Wings’.
Even fans have gone back to her 2022 Instagram video singing “The Wizard and I,” where she previously stated that she would manifest her way into ‘Wicked’. A dream came true for her, and the story of her ascent from a behind-the-scenes creative to a movie star immediately captured the attention of audiences everywhere.
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Wicked: For Good is not just another fantasy movie, but one big event in the history of pop culture, a blend of classic stories about the Wizard of Oz and modern musical adventure that is adored by the audience.
The casting of Bethany Weaver brings fresh refreshment to Hollywood. Her work has already sparked discussions about diversity and opportunity in show business and why big breaks can occasionally come in unpredictable places. To all who ever dreamed of Oz, the big debut of this newcomer is an eye-opener that nothing is impossible when talent meets opportunity.
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