Project Description
MARISSA BODEMarissa Bode is making her feature film debut starring as Nessarose Thropp, Elphaba’s sister and the Wicked Witch of the East in the blockbuster Universal motion picture WICKED, opposite Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande. Bode is making history for being the first wheelchair user to play the character, Nessarose. As a trailblazer for authentic representation, her inspiring story and journey in the arts offer a powerful message of resilience, creativity, and inclusivity. ABOUT THE PROGRAM Presented in an intimate moderated format, Bode will be sharing some of the most intriguing stories and real facts of what it was to bring WICKED to the big screen. She will be discussing her excitement of being able to represent not only disabled people, but disabled people of colour, and what it means to her to be a proud member of the LGBTQ+ community. The moderated interview is followed by an animated question and answer session with audience members. WATCH NOW Meet ‘Wicked’ Breakout Marissa Bode, Who Plays Nessarose featurette |
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Don’t miss the chance to connect with one of today’s rising stars who is reshaping Hollywood for the next generation! |
