Sunday in the Park With George West End Revival Update: Ariana Grande and Jonathan Bailey Departure Leads to Cancellation
The highly anticipated West End revival of Stephen Sondheim’s Sunday in the Park With George has been canceled following the departure of Ariana Grande and Jonathan Bailey from the production. Producers Empire Street Productions announced that the planned 2027 production at the Barbican will not proceed as scheduled, but they intend to present the show in 2028. Details about the new schedule will be revealed later.
Ariana Grande and Jonathan Bailey, known for their roles in Wicked, were set to lead the revival in London next summer. However, Grande decided to step back from the project as part of her overall decision to reduce her public appearances after the end of her recent tour. This move was influenced by public scrutiny of her health and body. Bailey also made the difficult decision to withdraw from the production, citing his support for Grande and their friendship.
The news of Grande and Bailey's exits came after the initial announcement that the production would be directed by Marianne Elliott. The Barbican was supposed to host the revival in 2027, but now the show's future remains uncertain. Stay tuned for more updates on the revival of Sunday in the Park With George.