Throughout the year, NBCUniversal’s Peacock has dominated cultural conversation, breaking streaming and viewership records. From breakout hits like The Traitors and Love Island USA to must-see sports moments like the Paris Olympics and NFL exclusive games, Peacock’s growth trajectory remains one of the strongest with domestic audiences. Momentum continues to grow as fans…
The American Association of People with Disabilities (AAPD) is proud to announce the eight recipients of the 2024 NBCUniversal Tony Coelho Media Scholarship. With generous support from NBCUniversal, the NBCUniversal Tony Coelho Media Scholarship was named for a former United States Representative and the primary author and sponsor of the Americans with Disabilities Act. The…
The story of Wicked begins in 1995 when Gregory Maguire reimagined L. Frank Baum's classic novel, The Wizard of Oz, into the literary phenomenon. Wicked, the untold story of the witches of Oz. In 2003, producers Marc Platt and David Stone, writer Winnie Holzman and composer and lyricist Stephen Schwartz adapted it into a hit Broadway musical starring Kristin Chenoweth and…
One of the most beloved and enduring musicals on the stage, Wicked makes its journey to the big screen as a spectacular cinematic event this holiday season.
Directed by acclaimed filmmaker Jon M. Chu (Crazy Rich Asians, In the Heights), Wicked is the first chapter of a two-part immersive, cultural celebration. Wicked Part Two is scheduled to arrive in theaters…
Peter Kujawski, Chairman of Focus Features shares insights into the filmmaking process, the importance of storytelling, and anecdotes from his career. Kujawski also offers advice to industry newcomers, stressing the value of passion and understanding cinematic history.
As the award-winning specialty…