Cyndi Lauper, the iconic Grammy-winning singer, is ready to have more fun as she extends her “Girls Just Wanna Have Fun Farewell Tour.” The additional North American dates will take place from July 15 to August 20.
The tour, which began last year, has already seen Lauper perform across the United States, Canada, and Europe. It marks a significant return to headlining arenas for her, as it has been many years since her last major tour experience in the mid-’80s with the True Colors World Tour.
Lauper’s upcoming shows will feature outdoor amphitheaters, allowing fans to enjoy her performances beneath the open sky while singing along to her beloved hits, including “Girls Just Want to Have Fun” and “Time After Time.”
In a recent conversation, Lauper shared her feelings about the tour and what fans can look forward to this summer. She emphasized the importance of celebrating her career not just looking back at her past, but also embracing who she is today.
Lauper expressed her excitement about partnering with Brian Burke, the creative director for the tour, to create a vibrant performance art experience. She noted how bringing music and visual art together has been a long-term dream of hers.
Regarding the differences in the summer leg of the tour, Lauper mentioned that she wants to visit places she hasn’t performed in before, providing those audiences the opportunity to say goodbye. She also highlighted the Hollywood Bowl concert, a venue particularly special to her family.
Lauper plans to bring a lively atmosphere to her shows, with artists like Jake Wesley Rogers joining her on stage. She aims to keep the performances engaging and fun, ensuring that everyone can dance and express themselves freely.
Reflecting on her previous performances, Lauper noted how the shows have become a personal narrative, taking her on a journey through her life experiences. She mentioned wanting to include tracks from her album “Bring Ya to the Brink” to add some dance flavor to the summer concerts.
On the topic of what’s next after the farewell tour, Lauper stated she will focus on creating a musical adaptation of the 1988 film “Working Girl.” This project has been in the works for a decade, and she is looking forward to diving into it more after her tour wraps up.
While she may be stepping away from touring, Lauper is not ready to stop creating. She expressed her desire to write and explore new musical endeavors once her current commitments conclude.
Tickets for Lauper’s “Girls Just Wanna Have Fun Farewell Tour” are available now, and fans can look forward to celebrating her impressive career and enthusiastic performances.
