The 2025 Oscars kicked off dazzlingly as Wicked stars Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo took the stage at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles on Sunday (March 2) for a stunning musical tribute to The Wizard of Oz.
Grande, dressed in a shimmering red gown reminiscent of Dorothy’s ruby slippers, opened the show with a heartfelt rendition of Somewhere Over the Rainbow from the 1939 classic. As she exited, Erivo appeared in a flowing white gown adorned with purple flowers, delivering a powerful performance of Home from 1978’s The Wiz, made famous by Diana Ross.
The soaring medley set the tone for a night of celebration, honoring The Wizard of Oz’s timeless legacy while showcasing the Wicked duo’s vocal brilliance.