Yeoh hadn't seen the original stage musical before joining the cast of Jon M. Chu's jubilant film adaptation. But in two key roles are actors who are probably the most familiar faces for cinephiles and moviegoers — but not ones known for breaking out in tune.

Actor Jeff Goldblum chats with USA TODAY’s Ralphie Aversa about his time on set with Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo filming “Wicked."

Jeff Goldblum, best-known for his roles in “Jurassic Park,” “The Fly” and “Independence Day,” among others, is now tackling a different kind of role: the Wizard in the movie-musical “Wicked.”