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Grande's 'Sunday in the Park' Revival Canceled
14 Sep
Summary
- Sunday in the Park with George revival canceled after two leads departed.
- Ariana Grande's planned break impacted her theater schedule.
- Producers may attempt a revival in 2028, but not next year.
A planned 2027 London revival of Stephen Sondheim's "Sunday in the Park with George" has been canceled. The production was set to star Ariana Grande and her "Wicked" co-star Jonathan Bailey. However, both actors withdrew from their roles, leading producers to abandon plans for the upcoming year. They are now considering a revival attempt for 2028.
This cancellation underscores Ariana Grande's decision to take a step back from public visibility. The singer had announced this intention in August, following the conclusion of her "Eternal Sunshine" tour. Her representative stated this was a "much-deserved break from public-facing work" after enduring "endless, ongoing public scrutiny."
Grande clarified that her break was a long-term plan, not a reactive measure to recent commentary. She has previously addressed persistent public scrutiny regarding her appearance and health, emphasizing the harmful nature of constant body commentary. Despite stepping back, Grande is still expected to support her upcoming film, "Focker-in-Law."
