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One Short Day in the Emerald City: Our Wicked Experience at SM Aura's IMAX Cinema

Check out our enchanting experience at the Wicked movie premiere

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Metro.Style Team

<div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:950px"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/b4a804eb-11d1-4cf4-8834-5e06e8e42841_wicked opening-3.jpg" style="width:950px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" alt=""/></span></span></div><p>If you’ve ever found yourself singing along to iconic <strong>Wicked musical </strong>songs like ‘<strong>Defying Gravity</strong>’ or ‘<strong>Popular</strong>’, then you’re in for a treat when you watch the movie adaptation of the iconic Broadway show. I myself have seen it twice and I still can’t believe how amazing the film was. </p><div><br/></div><div class="youtube-iframe"><iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/6COmYeLsz4c?si=Bkdl6H5WNHUfgred" title="YouTube video player" frameBorder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerPolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div><br/><div><br/></div><p>Just recently,<strong> SM Aura</strong> and <strong>Metro</strong> held a premiere night for the much-awaited Hollywood adaptation of Wicked, starring<strong> Cynthia Erivo </strong>as<strong> Elphaba</strong>, and <strong>Ariana Grande</strong> as<strong> Galinda</strong>. It was held at the <strong>IMAX Theater</strong>, giving the film even more life and majestic views that the audience definitely got to enjoy. As guests arrived, they were given either an Elphaba witch headband or a Galinda tiara, to show which team they’re on—a cute touch, especially for those who came in costume.</p><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:950px"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/9122a979-5ad3-49c3-84a7-03b0779ccb5e_wicked opening-1.jpg" style="width:950px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" alt=""/></span></span></div><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:950px"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/bcc32b3a-a9ab-4657-9222-14ac0380cd87_wicked opening-4.jpg" style="width:950px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" alt=""/></span></span></div><p>Some of the event’s VIP guests included <strong>Salome Uy, Kylie Verzosa, Juana Yupangco, Shari Poquiz, Kat Bautista, Kat Cruz-Villanueva, Bianca Reinoso, Belle Rodolfo, Jane Kingsu-Cheng, </strong>and <strong>Star Magic artist singer Sab </strong>were in attendance. Just before the movie began, an exclusive cocktails session was held at the cinema’s private bar and lounge, giving the guests a chance to enjoy hors d’oeuvres and wine before settling into their seats.</p><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:950px"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/07e64fd7-58f1-471a-9a28-a8e3b58c6dd7_wicked opening-9.jpg" style="width:950px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" alt=""/></span></span></div><div class="article-content" itemProp="articleBody"><div class="media-content"><div class="slider-for"><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/66c40d55-8005-420f-ad90-9cfcbb9b0ba9_gallery_wickedguests.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/975d3852-5534-4377-816f-5a41b24de79e_wicked%20opening-28.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/8a4793f3-f44e-46ae-869a-513ed1528dfd_wicked%20opening-17.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/61c4713b-4ea0-4ea2-ab51-47f612cb2227_wicked%20opening-24.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/954bad4b-aa87-4dee-a97d-d6dd93a87402_wicked%20opening-23.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/60763857-9274-46f3-9117-2ef9f3dc186b_wicked%20opening-20.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/f7eff0b1-2957-418a-bc6f-ae40a449828e_wicked%20opening-14.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/090a109e-b06f-4e3f-92ba-73eefb6f7f55_wicked%20opening-12.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/38c88419-9cb3-4ca7-b7c1-ff7274115f60_photo_2024-11-20%2013.36.14.jpeg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/340c2524-f02c-4866-935e-af624fbaa611_photo_2024-11-20%2013.36.19.jpeg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/99b64036-57cd-4f55-94fb-4983c7c5b55b_photo_2024-11-20%2013.36.28.jpeg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/e83f5ca7-24c5-4652-ba25-fbe564867e6f_wicked%20opening-27.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div></div><div class="media-content slider-desc"><div class="item-desc"><div></div></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Kylie Verzosa</p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Salome Uy with daughter</p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Sab</p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Jane Kingsu-Cheng</p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Kat Bautista</p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Kat Cruz-Villanueva with daughter</p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Belle Rodolfo and Deng Garcia</p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Juana Yupangco with daughter</p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Bianca Reinoso with daughter</p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Shari Poquiz</p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>2nd from the right: Chris Lopez and son Miguel Lopez, with friends</p></div></div></div></div><div><br/></div><p>The program began with a few fun games to get the audience excited for the movie—such as a mini singing contest for Galindas and Elphabas in the crowd. It was a ton of fun, especially for the little ones who went all out with their tutus and princess dresses, as well as their green witchified looks.</p><div><br/></div><p>And soon it was the moment everyone was waiting for. The majestic IMAX screen started playing the opening sequence of the movie, which immediately captured our attention with its vibrant, 3D effect. </p><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:950px"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/f2c09abc-a217-439f-8528-b60ed6469ee9_wicked opening-6.jpg" style="width:950px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" alt=""/></span></span></div><p>And since we&#x27;re not here to give you any spoilers, we encourage you to book your tickets today to see this once-in-a-lifetime film event—a classic and icon in the making. Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo did not just do justice to their roles, but were truly made for them. Every single song and dance sequence was choreographed and sung to perfection, making the crowd sing along. </p><div><br/></div><p>While watching a musical is an experience of its own, seeing it on the big screen, with an even more stunning set and special effects makes all the difference. It&#x27;s like seeing your favorite play come to life with even more energy and vigor, and it makes you crave for more. </p><div><br/></div><p>Thank you, SM Aura for the wickedly enchanting experience!</p><div><br/></div><p>Follow SM Aura on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/smaurapremier/?hl=en" target="_blank">Instagram</a> for updates</p><div><br/></div><div><strong>Related Story: </strong><a href="/beauty/makeup/ariana-grande-wicked-premiere-makeup/39230" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Ariana Grande Goes Fairy Glam at the Premiere of the ‘Wicked’ Movie</a></div><div><strong>Related Story: </strong><a href="/fashion/metrostylewatch/wicked-premiere-looks-ariana-and-cynthia/39299" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">&#x27;Wicked&#x27; Premiere Looks: Ariana And Cynthia Makes A Case For Stylish Method Dressing</a></div>