These 4 Stars Auditioned to Play Glinda in 'Wicked' Movie, But Ariana Grande Landed the Role Instead

Ariana Grande is playing the role of Glinda in the upcoming Wicked movies and she beat out a lot of actresses for the coveted part.

Four stars have confirmed that they auditioned to play Glinda in Wicked, though we’re pretty sure there were dozens of others who were up for the role as well.

“I think one of the most overlooked facts of the #WickedMovie Casting was that EVERYONE HAD to audition. NO straight offers & they showed up! It was incredibly humbling to witness these actors spill their guts on the floor for this movie,” Jon revealed last year. “Cynthia and Ariana EARNED their roles and brought our little audition room to tears multiple times throughout the process. I can’t believe I had the privilege of witnessing the birth of their Elphaba and Galinda. And one day you will too!!”

Tickets are on sale NOW for Wicked, which will be released in theaters on November 22. The second part will be in theaters in November 2025. Find out why the movie is being split into two parts.

Browse through the slideshow to see who else auditioned to play Glinda…