Cynthia Erivo Says ‘Wicked: For Good’ Will Be 'More Mature’

Fourth grader Ava Dargin went viral after winning her school's talent show with a rendition of "Defying Gravity." Cynthia Erivo surprises her on the TODAY plaza — and then Dargin sings part of the hit song for her. "I've got goosebumps," the "Wicked" star says.

June 6, 2025 | VIEW IN BROWSER On the Show TOP MOMENT Cynthia Erivo Gets Goosebumps Hearing Viral 4th Grader Sing Fourth grader Ava Dargin went viral after winning her school's talent show with a rendition of "Defying Gravity." Cynthia Erivo surprises her on the TODAY plaza — and then Dargin sings part of the hit song for her. "I've got goosebumps," the "Wicked" star says. READ MORE We would like to learn more about you! Take our survey by clicking the button below.  TAKE OUR SURVEY Cynthia Erivo Says 'Wicked: For Good' Will Be 'More Mature' WATCH NOW 'Growing' Trend: Why More People Are Opting for Lab Diamonds WATCH NOW What to Know About Teens Using Weight-Loss Drugs WATCH NOW SAW IT ON TODAY 3RD HOUR OF TODAY Al Roker Visits Philadelphia for Start TODAY Walk Event WATCH NOW TODAY WITH JENNA & FRIENDS Natasha Rothwell on 'The White Lotus' S3, Living For Herself, More WATCH NOW SHOP TODAY Shop TODAY Stages: All about the 1-day NYC event and how to get tickets WATCH NOW Send us Feedback Follow us on Facebook More TODAY Newsletters Copyright © 2025 TODAY | 30 Rockefeller Plaza, New York, NY 10112 MANAGE SUBSCRIPTION | UNSUBSCRIBE | PRIVACY | SEND FEEDBACK