Universal Pictures has entered into a first-look film partnership with Edith’s Daughter, the production banner led by Academy Award nominated and Tony, Grammy and Emmy award-winning actress Cynthia Erivo, the company announced on Wednesday.
This new pact expands upon the creative relationship between Erivo and the Studio following her starring role as Elphaba in Jon Chu’s upcoming highly anticipated feature film “Wicked” based off the hit Broadway production, and next year’s second chapter of the cinematic event, “Wicked Part Two,” in addition to her Academy Award nominated performance in “Harriet” from Universal Pictures’ specialty studio Focus Features.
“Cynthia’s world-class talent is matched only by her unwavering commitment to authenticity, representation, and empathy as a storyteller,” Peter Cramer, President of Universal Pictures, said in a statement.