Ariana Grande surprised her fans after the singer brought in her Wicked co-star Cynthia Erivo during her London tour stop, giving the audience an unexpected reunion as the pair performed songs from the hit musical and celebrated their bond once again. The surprise appearance by Erivo came as a big surprise for everyone, as Grande continues to complete the final stretch of her tour before taking a break.<h2>Ariana Grande-Cynthia reunion in London</h2>Ariana Grande turned her London concert into an unexpected Wicked reunion when Cynthia Erivo appeared on stage at the O2 Arena. The surprise happened during the second night of Grande's London run, part of her Eternal Sunshine Tour, which is scheduled to continue through September 1.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/ariana-grande-goes-instagram-official-with-ricky-alvarez-after-rekindling-decade-old-romance-1786643023584">Ariana Grande goes Instagram official with Ricky Alvarez after rekindling decade-old romance</a>&nbsp;Grande and Erivo, who played Glinda and Elphaba in the Wicked films, performed For Good, one of the musical's most recognisable songs. They then followed it with a mashup of Judy Garland's Get Happy and Barbra Streisand's Happy Days Are Here Again. Broadway’s original Wicked stars, Idina Menzel and Kristin Chenoweth, joined Grande and Erivo on the special in the For Good performance.

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The appearance marked a notable live reunion for the pair, who last performed together during the 2025 Wicked: One Wonderful Night special. Bringing Erivo back for the London show made the moment even more significant for fans who have followed their friendship and onscreen partnership.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/ariana-grande-raises-eyebrows-with-healthier-post-like-amid-ongoing-appearance-debate-1785980510225">Ariana Grande raises eyebrows with 'healthier' post like amid ongoing appearance debate</a>&nbsp;The reunion post the announcement by the singer that she would step away from the public eye after completing her current tour on September 1. The decision followed increased public scrutiny around her appearance and health.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/ariana-grande-pauses-public-appearances-amid-health-concern-debate-pulls-out-of-west-end-production-1785726962961">Ariana Grande pauses public appearances amid health concern debate, pulls out of West End production</a><h2>Ariana Grande to take a break from professional commitments</h2>Ariana Grande will take an extended break from public-facing work and appearances after wrapping up her Eternal Sunshine Tour in London on September 1, 2026. Her team confirmed the planned hiatus follows relentless public scrutiny regarding her health and physical appearance.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/ariana-grande-slams-white-house-over-use-of-her-music-in-ice-clip-barbaric-inhumane-1781232940268">Ariana Grande slams White House over use of her music in ICE clip: 'Barbaric, inhumane'</a>&nbsp;Grande addressed her audience directly during her tour, explaining that the break was not an impulsive reaction to negativity or online noise, but a thoughtful, pre-scheduled decision made from an empowered place. &nbsp;She emphasized that loving her career and her fans does not mean she is immune to fatigue, noting that human beings simply need time to breathe and set boundaries.

Ariana Grande brought her Wicked co-star Cynthia Erivo onto the stage at the O2 Arena, giving the audience an unexpected reunion as the pair performed songs from the hit musical. Read more to know. 

Ariana Grande surprised her fans after the singer brought in her Wicked co-star Cynthia Erivo during her London tour stop, giving the audience an unexpected reunion as the pair performed songs from the hit musical and celebrated their bond once again. The surprise appearance by Erivo came as a big surprise for everyone, as Grande continues to complete the final stretch of her tour before taking a break. Ariana Grande-Cynthia reunion in London Ariana Grande turned her London concert into an unexpected Wicked reunion when Cynthia Erivo appeared on stage at the O2 Arena. The surprise happened during the second night of Grande's London run, part of her Eternal Sunshine Tour, which is scheduled to continue through September 1. Also Read: Ariana Grande goes Instagram official with Ricky Alvarez after rekindling decade-old romance Grande and Erivo, who played Glinda and Elphaba in the Wicked films, performed For Good, one of the musical's most recognisable songs. They then followed it with a mashup of Judy Garland's Get Happy and Barbra Streisand's Happy Days Are Here Again. Broadway’s original Wicked stars, Idina Menzel and Kristin Chenoweth, joined Grande and Erivo on the special in the For Good performance.

Ariana Grande brought her Wicked co-star Cynthia Erivo onto the stage at the O2 Arena, giving the audience an unexpected reunion as the pair performed songs from the hit musical. Read more to know.&nbsp;

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Cynthia Erivo was right next to Ariana Grande when she was accosted by a fan at the premiere of their upcoming film Wicked: For Good in Singapore. Days later, Cynthia has now opened up about her thoughts on the incident that took place on November 13.&nbsp;&nbsp;<h2>What happened at the Wicked: For Good Singapore premiere?</h2>&nbsp;As Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande were walking the yellow carpet, a man jumped the barricade and rushed towards Ariana and put an arm around her and began jumping up and down. Cynthia and the security around were quick to push the man aside from the visibly shaken Ariana. He was later identified as 26-year-old Johnson Wen.&nbsp;<h2>Cynthia Erivo reacts to Ariana Grande's scary moment</h2>“What's even more wonderful is the fact that there are other people who have seen themselves in this movie, in that character, and also now see themselves and feel safe. That, for me, is the pinnacle of what I could ever wish for from any piece of work I have ever done. And I am so glad that in order to do it, I had to look into the eyes of this person beside me,” Erivo said at the special screening of the movie at the Television Academy in Los Angeles on Saturday, as Entertainment Weekly reported.&nbsp;She then added, "And we have come through some shit. We have come through some stuff in our lives, in our daily workings. I mean, f**k, even this last week. Let's be honest, for f**k's sakes, we've had to really deal with some stuff, and this movie has allowed us to really grow as people, as friends, as sisters, as artists, as actresses.”&nbsp;<h2>About Wicked: For Good</h2>After the success of Wicked: Part One, the sequel will now be released on November 21. The original movie and its sequel were reportedly shot back-to-back, and hence, see a return of the cast from the first movie.&nbsp;Directed by Jon M. Chu, the movie stars Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba, Ariana Grande as Glinda, Jeff Goldblum as the Wizard. The film also stars Jonathan Bailey and Ethan Slater.&nbsp;&nbsp;The film is a musical, just like the first part and features lotsof &nbsp;songs- some of which featured in the first movie as well.&nbsp;

At the Singapore premiere of upcoming movie Wicked: For Good, actress-singer Ariana Grande was accosted by a fan. Her co-star in the film, actress Cynthia Erivo, was quick to jump in and push the fan away. 

Cynthia Erivo was right next to Ariana Grande when she was accosted by a fan at the premiere of their upcoming film Wicked: For Good in Singapore. Days later, Cynthia has now opened up about her thoughts on the incident that took place on November 13. What happened at the Wicked: For Good Singapore premiere? As Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande were walking the yellow carpet, a man jumped the barricade and rushed towards Ariana and put an arm around her and began jumping up and down. Cynthia and the security around were quick to push the man aside from the visibly shaken Ariana. He was later identified as 26-year-old Johnson Wen. Cynthia Erivo reacts to Ariana Grande's scary moment “What's even more wonderful is the fact that there are other people who have seen themselves in this movie, in that character, and also now see themselves and feel safe. That, for me, is the pinnacle of what I could ever wish for from any piece of work I have ever done. And I am so glad that in order to do it, I had to look into the eyes of this person beside me,” Erivo said at the special screening of the movie at the Television Academy in Los Angeles on Saturday, as Entertainment Weekly reported. She then added, "And we have come through some shit. We have come through some stuff in our lives, in our daily workings. I mean, f**k, even this last week. Let's be honest, for f**k's sakes, we've had to really deal with some stuff, and this movie has allowed us to really grow as people, as friends, as sisters, as artists, as actresses.” About Wicked: For Good After the success of Wicked: Part One, the sequel will now be released on November 21. The original movie and its sequel were reportedly shot back-to-back, and hence, see a return of the cast from the first movie. Directed by Jon M. Chu, the movie stars Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba, Ariana Grande as Glinda, Jeff Goldblum as the Wizard. The film also stars Jonathan Bailey and Ethan Slater. The film is a musical, just like the first part and features lotsof songs- some of which featured in the first movie as well.

At the Singapore premiere of upcoming movie Wicked: For Good, actress-singer Ariana Grande was accosted by a fan. Her co-star in the film, actress Cynthia Erivo, was quick to jump in and push the fan away.&nbsp;

Cynthia Erivo opens up about Ariana Grande’s scary encounter with a fan at the Wicked: For Good premiere

Wicked&nbsp;actor Cynthia Erivo and filmmaker James Mangold are set to be honoured at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival.

Sundance Institute, which organises the film gala every year, said in a statement that Erivo will be bestowed with the Visionary Award for her "uncompromising work and notable contributions to the entertainment industry".

Erivo served as a jury member for the festival's 2021 edition and returned in 2023, as both an actor and producer of the film Drift.

She is currently receiving praise for her performance as Elphaba, the future Wicked Witch of the West, in Wicked, adapted from the hit Broadway musical of the same name, which was based on the 1995 novel by Gregory Maguire.

Erivo, also known for movies like Widows&nbsp;and Harriet, said receiving honour has filled her with immense gratitude.

“Sundance has always been a sanctuary for bold voices and transformative narratives, and to be a part of and recognized by this incredible community is deeply meaningful. Storytelling is the foundation of my work, and it's a privilege to celebrate this art form alongside so many extraordinary creators.

"This recognition inspires me to continue championing bold, diverse stories that connect, challenge, and uplift us all," she said.

Mangold, the director of critically-acclaimed movies Girl, Interrupted, Walk the Line, Logan and Ford v Ferrari, will be felicitated with the the Trailblazer Award in recognition of his unwavering dedication and notable contributions to the field of cinema.

“Sundance has been many things in my life; a faraway dream on a mountain, a laboratory at which I developed the script for 'Cop Land,' a Festival at which I debuted 'Heavy', my first feature, and later, a place I have proudly mentored talented young filmmakers.

"I am floored and flattered that Sundance thought my body of work was worthy of this honour,” Mangold said.

The Sundance Film Festival will be held from January 23 to February 2, 2025, in Park City and Salt Lake City, Utah.

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Wicked actor Cynthia Erivo and filmmaker James Mangold are set to be honoured at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival. Sundance Institute, which organises the film gala every year, said in a statement that Erivo will be bestowed with the Visionary Award for her "uncompromising work and notable contributions to the entertainment industry".

Wicked actor Cynthia Erivo and filmmaker James Mangold are set to be honoured at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival. Sundance Institute, which organises the film gala every year, said in a statement that Erivo will be bestowed with the Visionary Award for her "uncompromising work and notable contributions to the entertainment industry". Erivo served as a jury member for the festival's 2021 edition and returned in 2023, as both an actor and producer of the film Drift. She is currently receiving praise for her performance as Elphaba, the future Wicked Witch of the West, in Wicked, adapted from the hit Broadway musical of the same name, which was based on the 1995 novel by Gregory Maguire. Erivo, also known for movies like Widows and Harriet, said receiving honour has filled her with immense gratitude. “Sundance has always been a sanctuary for bold voices and transformative narratives, and to be a part of and recognized by this incredible community is deeply meaningful. Storytelling is the foundation of my work, and it's a privilege to celebrate this art form alongside so many extraordinary creators. "This recognition inspires me to continue championing bold, diverse stories that connect, challenge, and uplift us all," she said. Mangold, the director of critically-acclaimed movies Girl, Interrupted, Walk the Line, Logan and Ford v Ferrari, will be felicitated with the the Trailblazer Award in recognition of his unwavering dedication and notable contributions to the field of cinema. “Sundance has been many things in my life; a faraway dream on a mountain, a laboratory at which I developed the script for 'Cop Land,' a Festival at which I debuted 'Heavy', my first feature, and later, a place I have proudly mentored talented young filmmakers. "I am floored and flattered that Sundance thought my body of work was worthy of this honour,” Mangold said. The Sundance Film Festival will be held from January 23 to February 2, 2025, in Park City and Salt Lake City, Utah. (This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.)

Cynthia Erivo, James Mangold to be felicitated at Sundance Film Festival

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Wicked actor Cynthia Erivo and filmmaker James Mangold are set to be honoured at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival.
Sundance Institute, which organises the film gala every year, said in a statement that Erivo will be bestowed with the Visionary Award for her "uncompromising work and notable contributions to the entertainment industry".
Erivo served as a jury member for the festival's 2021 edition and returned in 2023, as both an actor and producer of the film Drift.
She is currently receiving praise for her performance as Elphaba, the future Wicked Witch of the West, in Wicked, adapted from the hit Broadway musical of the same name, which was based on the 1995 novel by Gregory Maguire.
Erivo, also known for movies like Widows and Harriet, said receiving honour has filled her with immense gratitude.
“Sundance has always been a sanctuary for bold voices and transformative narratives, and to be a part of and recognized by this incredible community is deeply meaningful. Storytelling is the foundation of my work, and it's a privilege to celebrate this art form alongside so many extraordinary creators.
"This recognition inspires me to continue championing bold, diverse stories that connect, challenge, and uplift us all," she said.
Mangold, the director of critically-acclaimed movies Girl, Interrupted, Walk the Line, Logan and Ford v Ferrari, will be felicitated with the the Trailblazer Award in recognition of his unwavering dedication and notable contributions to the field of cinema.
“Sundance has been many things in my life; a faraway dream on a mountain, a laboratory at which I developed the script for 'Cop Land,' a Festival at which I debuted 'Heavy', my first feature, and later, a place I have proudly mentored talented young filmmakers.
"I am floored and flattered that Sundance thought my body of work was worthy of this honour,” Mangold said.
The Sundance Film Festival will be held from January 23 to February 2, 2025, in Park City and Salt Lake City, Utah.
(This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.)

The Sundance Film Festival will be held from January 23 to February 2, 2025, in Park City and Salt Lake City, Utah.



New Delhi, India Wicked actor Cynthia Erivo and filmmaker James Mangold are set to be honoured at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival. Sundance Institute, which organises the film gala every year, said in a statement that Erivo will be bestowed with the Visionary Award for her "uncompromising work and notable contributions to the entertainment industry". Erivo served as a jury member for the festival's 2021 edition and returned in 2023, as both an actor and producer of the film Drift. She is currently receiving praise for her performance as Elphaba, the future Wicked Witch of the West, in Wicked, adapted from the hit Broadway musical of the same name, which was based on the 1995 novel by Gregory Maguire. Erivo, also known for movies like Widows and Harriet, said receiving honour has filled her with immense gratitude. “Sundance has always been a sanctuary for bold voices and transformative narratives, and to be a part of and recognized by this incredible community is deeply meaningful. Storytelling is the foundation of my work, and it's a privilege to celebrate this art form alongside so many extraordinary creators. "This recognition inspires me to continue championing bold, diverse stories that connect, challenge, and uplift us all," she said. Mangold, the director of critically-acclaimed movies Girl, Interrupted, Walk the Line, Logan and Ford v Ferrari, will be felicitated with the the Trailblazer Award in recognition of his unwavering dedication and notable contributions to the field of cinema. “Sundance has been many things in my life; a faraway dream on a mountain, a laboratory at which I developed the script for 'Cop Land,' a Festival at which I debuted 'Heavy', my first feature, and later, a place I have proudly mentored talented young filmmakers. "I am floored and flattered that Sundance thought my body of work was worthy of this honour,” Mangold said. The Sundance Film Festival will be held from January 23 to February 2, 2025, in Park City and Salt Lake City, Utah. (This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.)

Actress Cynthia Erivo is mighty upset with a fan-edited version of the Wicked poster which she is calling “offensive”. She shared the edited version of the poster on her Instagram along with the original poster as she shared how it was totally unacceptable to her and how it puts her work down.&nbsp;

The edited poster of Wicked hides the face of Elphaba, the green-skinned character Cynthia Erivo plays in the film adaptation. The official poster for the upcoming Jon M. Chu-directed film features Erivo looking straight at the camera.&nbsp;

Along with the pictures, she wrote, "This is the wildest, most offensive thing I have seen, equal to that awful Ai of us fighting, equal to people posing the question 'is your ***** green’.” She added, "None of this is funny. None of it is cute. It degrades me. It degrades us."

"The original poster is an ILLUSTRATION," Erivo explained, referencing the Broadway show's poster. "I am a real-life human being, who chose to to look right down the barrel of the camera to you, the viewer …because, without words, we communicate with our eyes."

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Erivo concluded her post defending the official movie poster, "Our poster is a homage, not an imitation, to edit my face and hide my eyes is to erase me. And that is just deeply hurtful."

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Siding with her co-star, Ariana Grande also shared the movie's official poster to her Instagram story after Erivo's posts went live.&nbsp;

Their film, Wicked will release in theaters on November 22.

Actress Cynthia Erivo is mighty upset with a fan-edited version of the Wicked poster which she is calling “offensive”. She shared the edited version of the poster on her Instagram along with the original poster as she shared how it was totally unacceptable to her and how it puts her work down.

Actress Cynthia Erivo is mighty upset with a fan-edited version of the Wicked poster which she is calling “offensive”. She shared the edited version of the poster on her Instagram along with the original poster as she shared how it was totally unacceptable to her and how it puts her work down. The edited poster of Wicked hides the face of Elphaba, the green-skinned character Cynthia Erivo plays in the film adaptation. The official poster for the upcoming Jon M. Chu-directed film features Erivo looking straight at the camera. Along with the pictures, she wrote, "This is the wildest, most offensive thing I have seen, equal to that awful Ai of us fighting, equal to people posing the question 'is your ***** green’.” She added, "None of this is funny. None of it is cute. It degrades me. It degrades us." "The original poster is an ILLUSTRATION," Erivo explained, referencing the Broadway show's poster. "I am a real-life human being, who chose to to look right down the barrel of the camera to you, the viewer …because, without words, we communicate with our eyes." Erivo concluded her post defending the official movie poster, "Our poster is a homage, not an imitation, to edit my face and hide my eyes is to erase me. And that is just deeply hurtful." Also read: Grey’s Anatomy writer Elisabeth Finch who faked cancer diagnosis, apologises Siding with her co-star, Ariana Grande also shared the movie's official poster to her Instagram story after Erivo's posts went live. Their film, Wicked will release in theaters on November 22.

Cynthia Erivo upset with 'offensive' edited Wicked movie poster: 'It degrades me'

Hollywood actress Cynthia Erivo will star in the remake of the 1979 musical drama ‘The Rose’.

The original featured Bette Midler in the&nbsp;20th Century Fox production as a self-destructive female rock star who struggles to deal with the constant pressures of her career and the demands of those around her. The new project will be a contemporary take on the high price of fame.

The remake is bankrolled by Searchlight Pictures which will produce along with Erivo and Solome Williams via their Edith’s Daughter banner.&nbsp;

Hollywood actress Cynthia Erivo will star in the remake of the 1979 musical drama ‘The Rose’. The original featured Bette Midler in the 20th Century Fox production as a self-destructive female rock star who struggles to deal with the constant pressures of her career and the demands of those around her.

Hollywood actress Cynthia Erivo will star in the remake of the 1979 musical drama ‘The Rose’. The original featured Bette Midler in the 20th Century Fox production as a self-destructive female rock star who struggles to deal with the constant pressures of her career and the demands of those around her. The new project will be a contemporary take on the high price of fame. The remake is bankrolled by Searchlight Pictures which will produce along with Erivo and Solome Williams via their Edith’s Daughter banner.

Cynthia Erivo to star in remake of ‘The Rose’ for Searchlight

&nbsp;Emmy, Grammy and Tony award-winning actress Cynthia Erivo transforms into the 'Queen of Soul'&nbsp;in a new television series about American songstress Aretha Franklin. National Geographic's 'Genius: Aretha'&nbsp;&nbsp;follows the late singer`s rise to stardom as well as her personal life. Franklin, known for her powerful voice and her hit songs likes "Chain of Fools" and "Respect", died in 2018, aged 76. 
 
"To be able to step into that body and understand it ... that meant a great deal because now I got to know her a bit more, which, I guess makes me even more of a fan but it also makes me understand her more," Erivo told Reuters. 
 
The 34-year-old actress, known for the film "Harriet" in which she portrayed escaped slave and abolitionist Harriet Tubman as well as the Broadway musical "The Color Purple" for which she won a Tony Award, sings Franklin`s songs in the series. "When you`re going through something and the only thing that really expresses it in the right way is a song - I learned that because of (Franklin), I learned that by listening to her," Erivo said. 
 
'Lovecraft Country'&nbsp;and 'American Crime Story' actor Courtney B. Vance play`s Franklin`s preacher father in the series, which begins on National Geographic on Sunday. "I listened to a lot of his sermons over and over and over again ... and then I took a lot of notes about ... his cadences and the words that he seemed to use over and over," he said. 
 
Pulitzer Prize winner Suzan-Lori Parks, the series` showrunner, executive producer and lead writer, said she had previously spoken with Franklin about developing a biographical musical many years ago. 
 
"Among the things she mentioned was ... she wanted us to put respect on her name ... And of course that was one of the guiding principles of this project," Parks said. 
 
"It`s a celebration and a recognition of her genius, the moments where she created things that will last long after she`s gone."

Emmy, Grammy and Tony award-winning actress Cynthia Erivo transforms into the 'Queen of Soul' in a new television series about American songstress Aretha Franklin.

Emmy, Grammy and Tony award-winning actress Cynthia Erivo transforms into the 'Queen of Soul' in a new television series about American songstress Aretha Franklin. National Geographic's 'Genius: Aretha' follows the late singer`s rise to stardom as well as her personal life. Franklin, known for her powerful voice and her hit songs likes "Chain of Fools" and "Respect", died in 2018, aged 76. "To be able to step into that body and understand it ... that meant a great deal because now I got to know her a bit more, which, I guess makes me even more of a fan but it also makes me understand her more," Erivo told Reuters. The 34-year-old actress, known for the film "Harriet" in which she portrayed escaped slave and abolitionist Harriet Tubman as well as the Broadway musical "The Color Purple" for which she won a Tony Award, sings Franklin`s songs in the series. "When you`re going through something and the only thing that really expresses it in the right way is a song - I learned that because of (Franklin), I learned that by listening to her," Erivo said. 'Lovecraft Country' and 'American Crime Story' actor Courtney B. Vance play`s Franklin`s preacher father in the series, which begins on National Geographic on Sunday. "I listened to a lot of his sermons over and over and over again ... and then I took a lot of notes about ... his cadences and the words that he seemed to use over and over," he said. Pulitzer Prize winner Suzan-Lori Parks, the series` showrunner, executive producer and lead writer, said she had previously spoken with Franklin about developing a biographical musical many years ago. "Among the things she mentioned was ... she wanted us to put respect on her name ... And of course that was one of the guiding principles of this project," Parks said. "It`s a celebration and a recognition of her genius, the moments where she created things that will last long after she`s gone."

Cynthia Erivo turns into 'Queen of Soul' Aretha Franklin for new show

Singer Cynthia Erivo is ready to release her first children’s book this fall.&nbsp;

The Grammy, Emmy, and Tony Award-winning singer/actress is set to debut her picture book titled ‘Remember to Dream, Ebere’.&nbsp;

On the book, Cynthia said in a statement: "This book is extremely close to my heart. I wanted to give the readers a little hope, knowledge, and a belief that their dreams are important, and no dream is too big or too small."

In ‘Remember to Dream, Ebere’, Cynthia Erivo tells the story of a mother and child who is encouraged to dream big.&nbsp;

The publishers Little, Brown Books for Young Readers describes the upcoming book as an "an ode to a child's imagination, a parent's love, and the big dreams shared by both."

The book will feature illustrations by Charnelle Pinkney Barlow.

The book ‘Remember to Dream, Ebere’ will be published on September 28.

Singer Cynthia Erivo is ready to release her first children’s book this fall. The Grammy, Emmy, and Tony Award-winning singer/actress is set to debut her picture book titled ‘Remember to Dream, Ebere’.

Singer Cynthia Erivo is ready to release her first children’s book this fall. The Grammy, Emmy, and Tony Award-winning singer/actress is set to debut her picture book titled ‘Remember to Dream, Ebere’. On the book, Cynthia said in a statement: "This book is extremely close to my heart. I wanted to give the readers a little hope, knowledge, and a belief that their dreams are important, and no dream is too big or too small." In ‘Remember to Dream, Ebere’, Cynthia Erivo tells the story of a mother and child who is encouraged to dream big. The publishers Little, Brown Books for Young Readers describes the upcoming book as an "an ode to a child's imagination, a parent's love, and the big dreams shared by both." The book will feature illustrations by Charnelle Pinkney Barlow. The book ‘Remember to Dream, Ebere’ will be published on September 28.

Cynthia Erivo to release her first children’s book

Oscar-nominated Cynthia Erivo is set to star in the Universal Pictures drama ‘Talent Show’.

The project will be directed by Gandja Monteiro.

Emmy winner Lena Waithe has written the script from an earlier version by Aimee Lagos. The plot follows a failed songwriter who returns home to Chicago to lead a group of at-risk youth in their annual talent show.

It will be produced by George Tillman Jr. and Robert Teitel under their State Street Pictures label. Waithe will serve as executive producer alongside State Street’s Jay Marcus.&nbsp;

Cynthia Erivo was nominated for an Oscar for her leading role in ‘Harriet’. She is also a Tony, Emmy and Grammy winner.&nbsp;

The actress will next be seen in the role of Queen of Soul Aretha Franklin in NatGeo’s ‘Genius: Aretha’.

Oscar-nominated Cynthia Erivo is set to star in the Universal Pictures drama ‘Talent Show’. The project will be directed by Gandja Monteiro. Emmy winner Lena Waithe has written the script from an earlier version by Aimee Lagos.

Oscar-nominated Cynthia Erivo is set to star in the Universal Pictures drama ‘Talent Show’. The project will be directed by Gandja Monteiro. Emmy winner Lena Waithe has written the script from an earlier version by Aimee Lagos. The plot follows a failed songwriter who returns home to Chicago to lead a group of at-risk youth in their annual talent show. It will be produced by George Tillman Jr. and Robert Teitel under their State Street Pictures label. Waithe will serve as executive producer alongside State Street’s Jay Marcus. Cynthia Erivo was nominated for an Oscar for her leading role in ‘Harriet’. She is also a Tony, Emmy and Grammy winner. The actress will next be seen in the role of Queen of Soul Aretha Franklin in NatGeo’s ‘Genius: Aretha’.

Cynthia Erivo to star in ‘Talent Show’ for Universal

What is Oscars without a string of starry performances? With just weeks left for Hollywood's biggest night, the Academy has now released the list of singers who would be performing at the Oscars 2020 on February 9.&nbsp; 
 
On Thursday, the Academy Awards show producers Lynette Howell Taylor and Stephanie Allain announced that the nominees of Best Orginal Song will be performing at the awards ceremony.&nbsp; 
 
Over the years, it has become a tradition of sorts at the Oscars where nominees of Best song category perform their nominated songs. So this year, Cynthia Erivo, Oscar winner Elton John, Idina Menzel, 'This Is Us' star Chrissy Metz, and Oscar winner Randy Newman will all be performing their nominated songs. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/oscars-2020-heres-the-full-list-of-nominees-274061">Here's the full list of nominations at this year's Oscars</a>&nbsp;

After a record run at the Grammys, Billie Eilish will also be performing at the Oscars 2020.&nbsp;

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Here are the nominated songs.&nbsp;

'Stand Up'&nbsp;from 'Harriet'&nbsp;– performed by Cynthia Erivo

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'Into the Unknown'&nbsp;from 'Frozen II'&nbsp;– performed by Idina Menze

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'I’m Standing with You'&nbsp;from 'Breakthrough'

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'(I’m Gonna) Love Me Again'&nbsp;from 'Rocketman' 
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'I Can’t Let You Throw Yourself Away'&nbsp;from 'Toy Story 4'

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The awards night will also see a special appearance by Questlove and a guest-conducted segment by Eímear Noone who is the first woman to serve as a conductor during an Oscars telecast.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/oscars-2020-best-film-nominee-273954">Also see: A look at the 9 films that have been nominated in this category</a> 
 
The show will have last year's acting winners as presenters - which has also been part of the norm at the awards night every year. The show, like last year, will go hostless.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/2020-oscars-nominations-best-actor-273985">Also see:&nbsp;Meet the best actor nominees</a> 
 
The 92nd Oscars will be held on Sunday, February 9, at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood. \

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/oscars-2020-21-movies-you-should-watch-before-the-awards-night-273034">Oscars 2020: 21 movies you should watch before the awards night</a>

What is Oscars without a string of starry performances? With just weeks left for Hollywood's biggest night, the Academy has now released the list of singers who would be performing at the Oscars 2020 on February 9.

What is Oscars without a string of starry performances? With just weeks left for Hollywood's biggest night, the Academy has now released the list of singers who would be performing at the Oscars 2020 on February 9. On Thursday, the Academy Awards show producers Lynette Howell Taylor and Stephanie Allain announced that the nominees of Best Orginal Song will be performing at the awards ceremony. Over the years, it has become a tradition of sorts at the Oscars where nominees of Best song category perform their nominated songs. So this year, Cynthia Erivo, Oscar winner Elton John, Idina Menzel, 'This Is Us' star Chrissy Metz, and Oscar winner Randy Newman will all be performing their nominated songs. Here's the full list of nominations at this year's Oscars After a record run at the Grammys, Billie Eilish will also be performing at the Oscars 2020. Are you ready? @billieeilish will take to the #Oscars stage for a special performance! Watch live on @ABC. pic.twitter.com/CsNmjDD2Bi — The Academy (@TheAcademy) January 29, 2020 × Here are the nominated songs. 'Stand Up' from 'Harriet' – performed by Cynthia Erivo 'Into the Unknown' from 'Frozen II' – performed by Idina Menze 'I’m Standing with You' from 'Breakthrough' '(I’m Gonna) Love Me Again' from 'Rocketman' 'I Can’t Let You Throw Yourself Away' from 'Toy Story 4' The awards night will also see a special appearance by Questlove and a guest-conducted segment by Eímear Noone who is the first woman to serve as a conductor during an Oscars telecast. Also see: A look at the 9 films that have been nominated in this category The show will have last year's acting winners as presenters - which has also been part of the norm at the awards night every year. The show, like last year, will go hostless. Also see: Meet the best actor nominees The 92nd Oscars will be held on Sunday, February 9, at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood. \ Oscars 2020: 21 movies you should watch before the awards night

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