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With “Wicked” buzz in full-force, principals from the film are beginning to make noteworthy promotional appearances.<\/p>\n

That includes Ethan Slater, who drops by the Monday edition of “The Jennifer Hudson Show.”<\/p>\n

After talking about his Broadway journey and recent GQ cover shoot, Slater naturally takes time to discuss the eagerly anticipated “Wicked” adaptation. He specifically highlights the hilarity Ariana Grande brought to the role.<\/p>\n

“She is a comedy genius,” says Slater. “She\u2019s so funny. She\u2019s amazing in this film, everyone\u2019s amazing in this film.”<\/p>\n

Not simply impressed by their comedic timing, Slater raves about the depth Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande brought to their lead performances, calling their work \u201cbeautiful and nuanced and unbelievable.”<\/p>\n

“And Ari\u2019s hilarious \u2026 I can\u2019t wait for people to see the takes that didn\u2019t make it in.\u201d<\/p>\n

Also featuring Warren G, the episode will air during the day on Monday. Check local listings for the start time in your market; for now, enjoy photos from the taping.<\/p>\n

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\u201cThe Jennifer Hudson Show\u201d, Season 3, Photo credit: Chris Haston\/WBTV<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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\u201cThe Jennifer Hudson Show\u201d, Season 3, Photo credit: Chris Haston\/WBTV<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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\u201cThe Jennifer Hudson Show\u201d, Season 3, Photo credit: Chris Haston\/WBTV<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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\u201cThe Jennifer Hudson Show\u201d, Season 3, Photo credit: Chris Haston\/WBTV<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"He also trumpets the depth she and Cynthia Erivo brought to their roles.","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":168080,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0},"categories":[1048],"tags":[692,16850,15692,6330],"adace-sponsor":[],"yoast_head":"\nEthan Slater Praises Ariana Grande's "Wicked" Performance: "She's A Comedy Genius"<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"With "Wicked" buzz in full-force, principals from the film are beginning to make noteworthy promotional appearances. 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