Erivo, who will be playing the role of Elphaba alongside the talented Ariana Grande, spoke about her love for the musical and how it has been a dream come true to be a part of the film. She revealed that she first saw “Wicked” when she was 25 years old and never imagined that she would one day be playing the iconic character. In fact, the year she received the role was exactly 10 years from when she initially saw the show.
During the interview, Erivo and Fallon discussed the unique connection they formed while working on the film. Despite their different vocal styles, Erivo and Grande harmonize effortlessly, creating a beautiful blend of voices that Erivo jokingly referred to as “worming.” Judging by their chemistry and Erivo’s exceptional talent, audiences are in for a treat when “Wicked” hits the big screen.
Erivo also took the opportunity to talk about her latest film, “Drift,” which she described as “the little engine that could.” The film, which had a modest budget, required a great deal of passion and hard work from everyone involved. Set in Greece, the movie follows the journey of a young woman displaced by war as she rebuilds her life. Erivo, who wrote a song for the film called “It Would Be,” explained that the project was very personal to her because her mother had experienced similar circumstances during the Biafran war.
Before wrapping up the interview, Erivo showcased another impressive talent – her whistling skills. Fallon asked her to whistle a song, and she delighted the audience with a rendition of “I’ll Be Home for Christmas.” The skillful whistling, which Erivo revealed she developed as a child, allows her to convey melodies even when she’s too tired to sing.
Overall, Cynthia Erivo‘s appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon was a memorable one. Her incredible voice, genuine charm, and exciting projects left audiences eagerly awaiting her upcoming performances in both “Wicked” and “Drift.”
