Bethany Weaver Calls Playing Dorothy in 'Wicked: For Good' Life-Changing

Although audiences never see her face in 'Wicked: For Good', actress Bethany Weaver plays one of the most important roles in the story—Dorothy Gale. Judy Garland famously portrayed the character in the 1939 classic 'The Wizard of Oz,' and Weaver has now stepped into that legacy for the blockbuster musical sequel.

During the film’s record-breaking opening weekend, Bethany Weaver confirmed on Instagram that she is the actor behind Dorothy. She shared behind-the-scenes images from the set and described the experience as life-changing, explaining that it has deeply impacted her both personally and professionally. She also expressed how meaningful it was for her to carry forward the legacy of the women who portrayed or represented Dorothy before her, and said she hopes she has honoured their contributions to the character and the story.

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Bethany Weaver's Experience in 'Wicked: For Good'

Making her feature film debut in 'Wicked: For Good,' Weaver also acknowledged the creative team that helped bring her version of Dorothy to life. She credited the casting director for believing in her, while praising the costume and makeup departments for transforming her into the iconic character. She also expressed gratitude to director Jon M. Chu for giving her the opportunity to become part of the 'Wicked' universe and for playing a major role in launching her career.

The storyline of 'Wicked: For Good' runs parallel to 'The Wizard of Oz.' Staying faithful to the Broadway musical, the film never shows Dorothy's face. Instead, she is seen only from behind while walking along the Yellow Brick Road and during her encounter with the Wizard, who sends her on her mission to retrieve the Wicked Witch’s broom.

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The sequel has achieved massive box office success, debuting with a reported $150 million in domestic earnings. This marks the biggest opening ever for a Broadway film adaptation and surpasses the first 'Wicked' movie, which opened with $112 million in 2024. It also stands as the second-largest opening of the year, just behind 'A Minecraft Movie.'

Now playing in theatres nationwide through Universal Pictures, 'Wicked: For Good' continues to draw huge audiences. Bethany Weaver's quiet but powerful performance as Dorothy adds a meaningful new chapter to one of cinema's most iconic roles, proving that even an unseen character can leave a lasting impact.

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