Ariana Grande has concluded her "Eternal Sunshine" tour, a run of shows she has characterized as a "last hurrah" as she intends to step back from public life and focus on acting. The tour, which began in the United States in June, culminated in a 10-night residency at London's O2 Arena.
Grande's decision to prioritize acting follows her Oscar-nominated performance in the upcoming film adaptation of "Wicked." The London dates represented a final opportunity for many fans to see her perform live in concert, drawing approximately 200,000 attendees from across the globe, including from China, Australia, and various European cities.
Reviews for the tour have been largely positive. Rolling Stone magazine noted Grande's vocal prowess, stating, "There's no question about it - Ariana Grande is one of the best singers of her generation," and observed no signs of the singer struggling during her performances. The Telegraph described the show as "flawless" with "Hollywood-indebted" staging and praised Grande's "genuine affection for Britain." The BBC highlighted the intimate feel of quieter songs like "Imperfect For You" within the large venue.
However, not all commentary focused solely on the performance quality. Guardian writer Kate Solomon expressed "genuine concern" for Grande, even amidst enjoying the show, and hoped the tour would not be remembered for negative reasons. Conversely, NME marveled at the singer's stamina, with critic Nick Levine noting her ability to perform in high heels.
During the final shows, Grande sustained a "deep cut" on her foot. She addressed the injury on Instagram, reassuring fans that it was not serious and that she was "on the mend." Despite the injury, she completed her final performances, with one report noting she maintained a "huge smile" and energetically performed up-tempo songs like "Dangerous Woman" and "Break Free."
Grande concluded her final concert by ascending into the rafters of the O2 Arena while attached to a harness, a signature exit. The conclusion of the tour leaves fans speculating about her future performance schedule.