Universal Pictures has announced The Journey Through Oz, a five-city global premiere tour celebrating the release of the upcoming musical adaptation, Wicked with cast members Emmy, Grammy and Tony winning artist and Academy Award® nominee Cynthia Erivo; Grammy-winning multi-platinum recording artist and global superstar Ariana Grande and pop culture icon Jeff Goldblum all in attendance.
The exclusive series of events will include four themed premieres and a special screening and event across five international cities, featuring sets, costumes and props from the film, offering fans an unparalleled experience of the film’s wondrous, breathtaking world.
The Journey Through Oz will feature four one-of-a-kind premiere events, with each city transforming into a dazzling, immersive tribute to a key location in Wicked. The global tour, which will also include a special screening and event in New York City on November 14, will reimagine the following iconic sets from Wicked’s land of Oz:
- Munchkinland in Sydney, Australia – Experience the whimsical charm and vibrant beauty of Munchkinland at Sydney’s renowned State Theatre. Sunday 3 November, 2024.
- Shiz University in Los Angeles, California – Step into the soaring, ornate academic halls of Shiz University at the iconic Dorothy Chandler Pavilion. Saturday 9 November, 2024.
- The Enchanted Forest in Mexico City, Mexico – Explore the mystical, shadowed, arboreal magic of the Oz’s Enchanted Forest at Mexico City’s celebrated Auditorio Nacional. Monday 11 November 11, 2024.
- Ozdust Ballroom in New York City, New York –A special screening will be followed by an event at the renowned Museum of Modern Art (MOMA), featuring a re-creation of the film’s glamorous Ozdust Ballroom. Thursday 14 November, 2024.
- Emerald City in London, United Kingdom – Discover the shimmering jewel of Oz, the capital city, with it towering, gilded architecture and thrilling sights, at the legendary Royal Festival Hall. Monday 18 November, 2024.
Erivo and Grande will be joined at various stops on the premiere tour by their fellow cast members, including Oscar® winner Michelle Yeoh, pop culture icon Jeff Goldblum, Emmy nominee Jonathan Bailey, Marissa Bode, Tony nominee Ethan Slater, Emmy nominee Bowen Yang and Bronwyn James. The film’s visionary director Jon M. Chu and three-time Oscar® nominated producer Marc Platt will also make appearances at select premieres.
Wicked winds its way into UK cinemas from Friday 22 November 2024.
