‘Corrective Experience’: Ariana Grande on her Eternal Sunshine tour
Ariana Grande is finding a whole new dimension to her touring experience, shifting her perspective on the journey from performer to participant. During a recent conversation with Broadway star Jessica Vosk for her Vosk in the City series, Grande opened up about her time on the Eternal Sunshine Tour, describing it as a truly transformative experience.
She reflected on how her mindset has evolved since her previous tour, calling the trek a “corrective experience.” This shift speaks to a deeper engagement with the theatrics and the emotional landscape of the show.
One of the most talked-about moments involved the dramatic “ascent” during the performance of “Supernatural,” where the singer is lifted above the stage to create the illusion of floating upward. Grande explained that while the physical experience was wonderful, the true magic came from getting emotionally involved in the melodramatic bits. “I like to get involved emotionally,” she shared, adding that allowing herself to fully inhabit the performance helps her enjoy the tour. “I actually convince myself that I’m actually going somewhere.”
This physical and emotional involvement became a cornerstone of her experience on the road. Grande noted that connecting with the audience is integral to her performance, extending a powerful emotional bond that she feels is deeply mutual. Vosk praised Grande’s fans, describing them as “some of the best fans in the universe,” a sentiment Grande wholeheartedly agreed with.
The experience provided Grande with an opportunity to view the songs and performances from an entirely different angle, emphasizing how much she loves being onstage and connecting with her audience. As she reflected on the emotional nature of touring, she kept the tone light, even joking about the change from her previous tour. She admitted that this time around, she was also wearing contact lenses, which allowed her to actually see the audience from the stage!
The Eternal Sunshine tour continued to explore the music and performances of the Eternal Sunshine era alongside the promotion of her recent album, Petal, which achieved a No. 1 spot on the Billboard 200 chart. This candid conversation further highlighted Grande’s ability to blend powerful artistry with genuine, relatable connection.
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