Ariana Grande to Star in London Theatre Debut in 2027

Ariana Grande is set to make her much-anticipated West End debut in the musical Sunday in the Park with George alongside her Wicked co-star Jonathan Bailey. The production, which features music and lyrics by the legendary Stephen Sondheim, will open at the Barbican Centre in summer 2027. Tickets for this exciting new venture will go on sale in May, with additional information to be provided in the coming months.

The musical, directed by Marianne Elliott and designed by Tom Scutt, brings to life the artistic struggles of painter Georges Seurat through innovative staging and poignant storytelling. Grande’s involvement in this project follows her recent collaboration with Bailey in the film adaptation of Wicked, where she plays the iconic role of Glinda.

Grande, who began her career in theatre at the age of 13 with the Broadway musical 13 by Jason Robert Brown, has long expressed her passion for musical theatre. She has been a devoted fan of Wicked since childhood, famously referring to her casting as Glinda as “the best day of her life.” Following this experience, she has hinted at her desire to pursue more musical roles, evident in her music, including her 2019 hit 7 Rings, which pays tribute to Rodgers and Hammerstein’s My Favourite Things from The Sound of Music.

Jonathan Bailey, who plays a lead role in the popular series Bridgerton, has previously collaborated with director Marianne Elliott in the 2022 play Cock, where he received acclaim for his performance. The anticipation surrounding Grande’s West End debut is significant, with industry insiders calling it “the West End opening of the year so far.”

As the excitement builds, fans of both Grande and Bailey can look forward to a unique theatrical experience that blends Grande’s pop sensibilities with the artistry of Sondheim’s work. For those eager to follow the developments, further details can be found on the official website, sundayintheparkmusical.com.