Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande Dazzle with 'Defying Gravity' at Oscars
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Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande Dazzle with 'Defying Gravity' at Oscars

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3/4/2025

Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande Dazzle with 'Defying Gravity' at Oscars

The 2024 Academy Awards ceremony was electrified by an extraordinary musical moment when powerhouse performers Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande took the stage to perform the iconic song 'Defying Gravity' from the musical 'Wicked'.

The performance was a breathtaking display of vocal prowess, with both artists bringing their unique interpretations to the beloved Broadway anthem. Erivo, known for her powerful stage presence and remarkable vocal range, complemented Grande's pop-infused vocal style, creating a memorable and dynamic rendition.

Key highlights of the performance included:

  • Stunning vocal harmonies that showcased both artists' exceptional talents
  • Dramatic staging that captured the song's themes of empowerment and breaking barriers
  • A standing ovation from the star-studded audience

The performance not only paid homage to the musical 'Wicked' but also celebrated the transformative power of music and individual expression. Both Erivo and Grande have been celebrated for their ability to transcend genre boundaries and deliver emotionally resonant performances.

This Oscar moment further solidified both artists' status as contemporary musical icons, demonstrating their ability to captivate audiences across different platforms and genres.

Bluesky chatter

Rejoicify! A live Wicked musical performance starring Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande is coming to NBC and Los Angeles 🪄 /live-wicked-... ...Read more on Bluesky
5/12/2025
Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande deliver a powerhouse performance at The Oscars 🧙The pair opened the ceremony with ‘Defying Gravity’ from Wicked ...Read more on Bluesky
3/3/2025
watching wicked and i really think ariana grande would shine doing more musicals; her singing is so powerful and gorgeous and her performance and on-screen chemistry with cynthia erivo was just delightful. also: she's white! why did she ever try to make herself look like anything else lmao. ...Read more on Bluesky
4/21/2025
I have to admit I haven’t seen Wicked, however, that performance by Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo at the Oscars was gold. What a moment. ✨ #Oscars ...Read more on Bluesky
3/4/2025
My most anticipated moment from the #Oscars2025    was the very opening performance from Cynthia Erivo & Ariana Grande! And as predicted, they completely blew me away! Come watch with me and my reaction to the Wicked/Wizard of Oz/The Wiz tribute! #Oscars    youtu.be/k4N2XNiZwos ...Read more on Bluesky
3/3/2025
Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo 'Wicked' Performance at 97th Oscars (2025) 🎼🎶🎵🎶💚🧹💚👸💗 ...Read more on Bluesky
3/4/2025
The 97th Academy Awards was one to remember on Sunday night with Wicked stars Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo opening The Oscars with a stunning performance - and there was even more fun at the Vanity Fair Oscars afterparty. ...Read more on Bluesky
3/4/2025
Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo announce exciting news ahead of ‘Wicked 2’ Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo announce exciting news ahead of ‘Wicked 2’ Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo are gearing up to entertain fans with a spectacular performance on NBC this falls. Grande and Erivo are set to sing songs… ...Read more on Bluesky
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