Entertainment Movies Musical Movies See Michelle Yeoh and Ariana Grande Filming 'Wicked' in Full Costume on Set in England Wicked Part 1 is scheduled to hit theaters on Dec. 25, 2024, with the sequel expected to release exactly one year later By Jen Juneau Jen Juneau Jen Juneau is a News and Movies Staff Writer at PEOPLE. She started at the brand in 2016 and has more than 15 years' professional writing experience. People Editorial Guidelines Published on April 28, 2023 03:08PM EDT Michelle Yeoh and Ariana Grande on the set of Wicked (2024). Photo: Splash News Online Madame Morrible will see you now! Michelle Yeoh was spotted on the set of Wicked Wednesday in character for the first time, dressed in a green gown with intricate black-and-gold detailing and long green gloves as the headmistress of Crage Hall at Shiz University — the school where Elphaba (Cynthia Erivo) and Glinda (Ariana Grande) first meet as teens. Yeoh, 60, was joined by Grande, 29, on set in Buckingham, England, as they filmed scenes for the upcoming musical film based on the Broadway show of the same name. For her part, the "Problem" singer wore a glamorous gown fitting for her Good Witch of the North character, complete with flowery sleeves and glitter detailing. One photo showed Grande crouched at Yeoh's feet, while another appeared to be of her singing as she had her arms stretched wide, crown and wand on full stunning display. Never miss a story — sign up for PEOPLE's free daily newsletter to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from juicy celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. Ariana Grande on the set of Wicked (2024). Splash News Online Everything to Know About the Wicked Movie Starring Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo Variety reported the news of Yeoh's casting in the Jon M. Chu–directed musical adaptation back in December. Her character Madame Morrible teaches Elphaba how to use her magical powers. The project in the upcoming two-part musical adaptation reunites the recent Oscar winner with director Chu, 43, with whom she previously worked on 2018's Crazy Rich Asians. Erivo, 36, and Grande were cast as the leads Elphaba and Glinda, respectively, in November 2021. Other members of the star-studded cast include Bridgerton star Jonathan Bailey as Fiyero, the main love interest in the musical, Ethan Slater as Boq, and Jeff Goldblum as the Wizard. RELATED VIDEO: Idina Menzel Congratulates Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo on Wicked Casting News: "So Much Love" The adaptation of the Tony-winning Broadway show — which is based on the 1995 novel Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West by Gregory Maguire — will differ slightly from the stage version, but Chu has promised to stay true to the heart of the story. As for Yeoh's role, it won't mark her first time singing but will be the first time she does so for a film. She told Variety in February she was working with a vocal coach. Despite her pipes preparation, the Everything Everywhere All at Once actress still had one big fear when approaching the project. "I went in thinking this is going to be so scary — they're going to recast me when they hear me," Yeoh admitted. "But I am having so much fun!" Wicked Part 1 is scheduled to hit theaters on Dec. 25, 2024, with the sequel expected to release exactly one year later. Close