Ariana Grande and Jonathan Bailey Hint at ‘Sunday in the Park With George’ Revival

Ariana Grande and Jonathan Bailey appear to be collaborating on a revival of the iconic musical “Sunday in the Park With George.” The announcement came through a shared Instagram post featuring the duo in front of Georges Seurat’s renowned painting, “A Sunday Afternoon on the Island of La Grande Jatte,” which serves as the inspiration for the show.

Details about the Revival

Bailey, known for his role in “Bridgerton,” referenced lyrics from the musical’s title song in his post, stating, “All it has to be is good.” Reports emerged last month from Deadline indicating that Grande and Bailey have been considering the revival of this celebrated work.

Historical Context of the Musical

• The first act centers around George, modeled after Seurat, while he creates his masterpiece.
• The second act follows George’s great-grandson, also named George, navigating contemporary art with the help of his grandmother, Marie.

Revival Location and Timeline

According to Deadline, this highly anticipated revival is expected to launch in 2027 at London’s Barbican Theatre. Although this exciting news has not yet been officially confirmed, anticipation is building around the possibility.

Recent Collaborations

Grande and Bailey recently appeared together in Jon M. Chu’s film adaptations of “Wicked,” where Grande played Glinda and Bailey took on the role of Fiyero. In an interview with Variety, Grande hinted at unveiling something significant soon. “It inspires me deeply. It contains multitudes,” she mentioned, further adding to speculation surrounding the revival.

While no formal announcement has been made, the excitement around the potential revival of “Sunday in the Park With George” continues to grow. Fans eagerly wait for more updates from Grande and Bailey as they embark on this artistic journey.

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