Though Elphaba is not included physically in this number, her presence is felt strongly.
However, it is clear that something haunts Glinda as she struggles to hide what is bothering her.
Elphaba and Glinda’s danceis one of the most touching displays of the pair’s friendship in the movie.
This is also significant for Elphaba, who has avoided emotional vulnerability and intimacy.
In turn, Glinda learns to take a genuine interest in others and step outside of her charmed life.
In this brief, but important Wicked scene, Elphaba demonstrates her altruistic side once more.
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One is how Glinda empowers Elphaba when she is nervous about meeting Oz upon arriving at the Emerald City.
Rather, they can understand and respect the wishes of the other individual in this complicated situation.
Though she chooses to stay behind, Glinda knows the importance of Elphaba’s decision.
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For Glinda, this means allowing Elphaba to escape from the Emerald City withthe Grimmerie.
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