An immersive stay experience awaits at New
York Hilton Midtown in celebration of the global cinematic
event
Universal Pictures' Wicked arrives in
theaters November 22,
2024
MCLEAN,
Va., Oct. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- This holiday
season, Hilton and Universal
Pictures invite travelers, fans and movie lovers alike to
experience the magic of Oz with a spectacular, spellbinding suite
at New York Hilton Midtown, where they can 'Stay Like'
Wicked in celebration of the upcoming film's release. With
Universal Pictures' new cinematic event arriving in theaters on
Nov. 22, 2024, guests can enter the
world of Wicked with a stay crafted to bring the magic of
the film to life.
Setting the Scene
Starting today, fans can book an enchanted
New York City getaway between
Nov. 21 and Jan. 5, 2025, by visiting
Hilton.com/StayLikeWicked. Whether planning to arrive via bubble or
broom, guests can step into this wickedly beautiful suite at New
York Hilton Midtown that takes them on a journey along the yellow
brick road. An enchanting entrance will delight guests upon
arrival, featuring Emerald City-inspired wallpaper and a
custom-designed door, evoking the magic of Wicked. A custom
entry portal transports guests to a sophisticated living area
styled after the Wizard's Throne Room and the art deco aesthetic of
the Land of Oz with no tulip left unturned, from the cozy beverage
bar to the gilded green accents throughout.
Once inside the suite's bedroom, pink goes good
with green as guests are surrounded by fantastical décor inspired
by the film's central characters, Elphaba and Glinda. In the film,
their extraordinary adventures in Oz will ultimately see them
fulfill their destinies as Glinda the Good and the Wicked Witch of
the West.
Elphaba's side takes cues from Shiz University's
enchanted forest, positively green and moody, with tree branches
twisting around the headboard and piles of enchantment books.
Glinda's side is a perfectly pink wonderland with custom wallpaper
featuring a design straight from the movie and a cherry blossom
tree canopy over the comfortable Hilton Serenity
mattress.
"We look forward to welcoming fans to the Land of
Oz in our 'Stay Like' Wicked suite, where they can fully
immerse themselves in the powerful story of Universal Pictures'
Wicked," said Chris Silcock,
president, Global Brands and Commercial Services, Hilton. "This collaboration seamlessly
blends the magic of the highly anticipated film with our signature
Hilton hospitality to create an
unparalleled experience for our guests that goes beyond the room
itself. We're always looking for meaningful ways to engage our
Hilton Honors members and new-to-Hilton travelers, and this opportunity allows
them to be a part of one of this year's biggest cultural moments
while experiencing the best of a Hilton stay."
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- Beyond the captivating decor of the suite, Hilton's signature hospitality is infused in
every aspect of the immersive 'Stay Like' experience. Throughout
their stay, guests can enjoy magical surprises and unexpected
touches to evoke the wonder of the film. A hidden beverage bar will
pop up behind a custom-built bookshelf inspired by the Wizard's
Throne Room and Shiz University. Guests can enjoy a bespoke
in-room happy hour, complete with signature green and pink
cocktails inspired by Elphaba and Glinda. And to start their
morning on an extra fantastical note, guests can look forward to a
special delivery from a mystical floating balloon, filled with
breakfast pastries and other delights.
- Up to four guests can unlock the magic within the 'Stay
Like' Wicked suite and enjoy staying in the heart of
midtown Manhattan, the perfect way
to celebrate the movie and the holidays with friends and family.
The 625 sq. ft. suite also includes access to the hotel's Executive
Lounge, which offers light bites.
- During and after their stay, guests can take in the enchantment
of the suite with Wicked takeaways, including a
whimsical backpack from the Wicked x Béis luggage
collection, Wicked-inspired Beekman 1802 pampering products, OPI x
Wicked nail polish collection, premium Hilton products to enhance the stay and
special treats for younger fans. Of course, the stay wouldn't be
complete without Fandango Movie Tickets to see the film on the big
screen.
"The 'Stay Like' Wicked suite is an
opportunity to truly transform the New York Hilton Midtown
experience for fans this holiday season," said Mark Sanders,
general manager, New York Hilton Midtown. "This suite brings the
story of Wicked off the big screen and into our hotel,
creating an immersive, one-of-a-kind stay. From the enchanting
décor to the special themed touches, guests will feel like they
have stepped right into the Land of Oz, making their stay
unforgettable."
Hilton invites
guests to "Stay Like" their favorite pop culture icons with a
series of immersive, themed suites across its portfolio of
award-winning brands. As found in Hilton's 2025 Trends Report, ultra-decked-out
themed guest rooms and suites, inspired by both pop culture
entertainment and nostalgia, rose in popularity in 2023 and 2024
and are expected to strengthen next year. Get a sneak peek or book
the 'Stay Like' Wicked suite at Hilton.com/StayLikeWicked.
To learn more about Hilton Hotels & Resorts, visit
stories.hilton.com.
About Hilton
Hilton (NYSE: HLT) is a leading
global hospitality company with a portfolio of 24 world-class
brands comprising nearly 7,800 properties and more than 1.2 million
rooms, in 126 countries and territories. Dedicated to fulfilling
its founding vision to fill the earth with the light and warmth of
hospitality, Hilton has welcomed
over 3 billion guests in its more than 100-year history, was named
the No. 1 World's Best Workplace by Great Place to Work and Fortune
and has been recognized as a global leader on the Dow Jones
Sustainability Indices for seven consecutive years. Hilton has introduced industry-leading
technology enhancements to improve the guest experience, including
Digital Key Share, automated complimentary room upgrades and the
ability to book confirmed connecting rooms. Through the
award-winning guest loyalty program Hilton Honors, the more than
195 million Hilton Honors members who book directly with
Hilton can earn Points for hotel
stays and experiences money can't buy. With the free Hilton Honors
app, guests can book their stay, select their room, check in,
unlock their door with a Digital Key and check out, all from their
smartphone. Visit stories.hilton.com for more information, and
connect with Hilton
on Facebook, X, LinkedIn, Instagram and YouTube.
About Hilton Hotels & Resorts
For over a century, Hilton Hotels & Resorts has set the
benchmark for hospitality around the world, providing new product
innovations and services to meet guests' evolving needs. With more
than 600 hotels across six continents, Hilton Hotels & Resorts
properties are located in the world's most sought-after
destinations for guests who know that where they stay matters.
Experience a positive stay at Hilton Hotels & Resorts by
booking at hiltonhotels.com or through the industry-leading Hilton
Honors app. Hilton Honors members who book directly through
preferred Hilton channels have
access to instant benefits. Learn more about Hilton Hotels &
Resorts at stories.hilton.com/hhr, and follow the brand on
Facebook, X and Instagram.
About Universal Pictures'
Wicked
One of the most beloved and enduring musicals on the stage,
Wicked makes its journey to the big screen as a spectacular,
generation-defining cinematic event this holiday season.
Directed by acclaimed filmmaker Jon M. Chu (Crazy Rich Asians, In the
Heights), Wicked is the first chapter of a two-part
immersive, cultural celebration. Wicked Part Two is
scheduled to arrive in theaters on November
21, 2025.
Wicked, the untold story of the witches of
Oz, stars Emmy, Grammy and Tony winning and
Oscar®-nominated powerhouse Cynthia Erivo
(Harriet, Broadway's The Color Purple) as Elphaba, a
young woman, misunderstood because of her unusual green skin, who
has yet to discover her true power, and Grammy-winning,
multi-platinum recording artist and global superstar Ariana Grande as Glinda, a popular young woman,
gilded by privilege and ambition, who has yet to discover her true
heart.
The two meet as students at Shiz University in
the fantastical Land of Oz and forge an unlikely but profound
friendship. Following an encounter with The Wonderful Wizard of Oz,
their friendship reaches a crossroads and their lives take very
different paths. Glinda's unflinching desire for popularity sees
her seduced by power, while Elphaba's determination to remain true
to herself, and to those around her, will have unexpected and
shocking consequences on her future. Their extraordinary adventures
in Oz will ultimately see them fulfill their destinies as Glinda
the Good and the Wicked Witch of the West.
The film also stars Oscar® winner
Michelle Yeoh as Shiz University's
regal headmistress Madame Morrible; Olivier Award winner and Emmy
nominee Jonathan Bailey
(Bridgerton, Fellow Travelers) as Fiyero, a roguish and
carefree prince; Tony nominee Ethan
Slater (Broadway's Spongebob Squarepants,
Fosse/Verdon) as Boq, an altruistic Munchkin student;
Marissa Bode in her feature-film
debut as Nessarose, Elphaba's favored sister; and pop culture icon
Jeff Goldblum as the legendary
Wizard of Oz.
The cast of characters includes Pfannee and
ShenShen, two conniving compatriots of Glinda played by Emmy
nominee Bowen Yang (Saturday
Night Live) and Bronwyn James
(Harlots); a new character created for the film, Miss
Coddle, played by Tony nominee Keala
Settle (The Greatest Showman) and four-time Emmy
winner Peter Dinklage (Game of
Thrones) as the voice of Dr. Dillamond.
Wicked is produced by Marc Platt p.g.a. (La La Land, The
Little Mermaid), whose films, television shows and stage
productions have earned a combined 46
Oscar® nominations, 58 Emmy nominations and 36 Tony
nominations, and by multiple Tony winner David Stone (Kimberly Akimbo, Next to
Normal), with whom Platt produced the blockbuster Wicked
stage musical. The executive producers are Stephen Schwartz, David Nicksay, Jared LeBoff, Winnie
Holzman and Dana Fox.
Wicked is based on the musical stage play
with music and lyrics by legendary Grammy and
Oscar® winning composer and lyricist Stephen Schwartz and book by Winnie Holzman, from the bestselling novel by
Gregory Maguire. The screenplay is
by Winnie Holzman and Winnie Holzman and Dana
Fox. The film score is by John
Powell & Stephen
Schwartz, with music and lyrics by Stephen Schwartz.
The Broadway stage musical is produced by
Universal Stage Productions, Marc
Platt, the Araca Group, Jon B.
Platt and David
Stone.
About Universal Pictures
Universal Pictures is a division of Universal Studios
(www.universalstudios.com). Universal Studios is part of
NBCUniversal. NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and
entertainment companies in the development, production and
marketing of entertainment, news and information to a global
audience. NBCUniversal owns and operates a valuable portfolio of
news and entertainment networks, a premier motion picture company,
significant television production operations, a leading television
stations group and world-renowned theme parks. NBCUniversal is a
subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.
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