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Ariana Grande withdraws from London musical, cites need for break

From Liberty Times · () Chinese

Translated from Chinese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • American singer Ariana Grande has withdrawn from a planned 2027 stage musical production in London.
  • Her representative stated that Grande wishes to step away from the public eye for a period to rest after concluding her "Eternal Sunshine" tour.
  • The musical's production team confirmed her withdrawal, expressing understanding and support for her decision.

Pop superstar Ariana Grande has canceled her planned West End debut in Stephen Sondheim's musical "Sunday in the Park with George," originally slated for the summer of 2027. The production, which was set to feature Grande alongside "Wicked" co-star Jonathan Bailey at London's Barbican Theatre, will proceed without her.

take a much-needed break and step away from the public eye for a while

— Ariana Grande's representativeExplaining the singer's decision to withdraw from the musical and public life.

Grande's representative cited her desire to "take a much-needed break and step away from the public eye for a while" following the conclusion of her "Eternal Sunshine" tour in London on September 1. This decision comes amid growing public attention to her well-being.

We can confirm she has decided to withdraw from 'Sunday in the Park with George.'

— Musical production teamConfirming Ariana Grande's withdrawal from the London stage production.

The musical's official X account confirmed Grande's withdrawal, stating, "We can confirm she has decided to withdraw from 'Sunday in the Park with George.'" While the statement did not specify the exact reasons for her departure, it acknowledged that "this was by no means an easy decision, and we give her decision our full understanding and support." The production assured that the show will continue as planned, with a new cast to be announced at a later date.

this was by no means an easy decision, and we give her decision our full understanding and support.

— Musical production teamExpressing understanding and support for Ariana Grande's decision to withdraw.
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