The Celebration Tour (Spoilers)

[Anapausis 5,914]

2 hours ago, Honey Little said:

Australia is considered part of Asia.

Sorry piojito

https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oceania

[Ayham 5,485]

8 hours ago, Joseebus said:

So the grillz are in now? Is she lisping and slurring through the show?? And we were doing so well.  UGHHHHH.

My thoughts… why tho?

[Pedro Beltran 4,288]

Marín Solveig was also there!!! 

Read people read, you only read what you want to read you are f…

https://x.com/madonnabible_/status/1724110983415705817?s=46&t=O-b7OPW6hz--DlvXNhxdGw 

[Pedro Beltran 4,288]

49 minutes ago, Anapausis said:

Sorry piojito

https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oceania

Guys there aren’t Godzillas running around in Asia, you know that too right???

[Blue Jean 15,254]

Did anyone film her speech on the 1st Paris show talking about going into ICU?

[Anapausis 5,914]

49 minutes ago, Pedro Beltran said:

Guys there aren’t Godzillas running around in Asia, you know that too right???

Well, Godzilla cosplays yes, they are abundant in the Far East, just like kit kats with sakura and mochi flavors. Btw, they're extremely yummy.

[maxijazz 115]

What a moment it was to see Stuart mixing Future Lovers with elements of the Confessions Tour version and the his Let It Will Be Paper faces Mix 😍

https://youtu.be/e6KDLaTSxro?si=KDaHKHcMunBnfW7z

https://youtu.be/fBdk28B1yRY?si=p5Yk4OXIwVEt2i9o

[Crazy For M 377]

Did anyone film her speech on the 1st Paris show talking about going into ICU?

It's available here

[MDNA22 1,196]

3 hours ago, Honey Little said:

Maybe she had a falling out with Mike Dean?

I hope she doesn't work with Mike Dean again

[robder 368]

Debrief:

2nd show for me after the London opener - which was spectacular due to all the unknowns.

Nice to be standing and up close because you get a different dimension entirely --seeing and hearing loads of stuff you wouldn't otherwise. Facial expressions and dancers shouting etc (watching her getting in the zone before ray of light was a moment).

Madge singing to Martin Burgoyne's image had me very choked up (as did that whole segment). Especially since I've just been reading about that phase of her life - he seemed like such a lovely club kid (knew EVERYONE on the downtown scene and had such a tragic end). 

This one was a bit special/sad because before Mother Father she told a little story about David's adoption...his mum died in childbirth (?) and he was raised by an 8 yr old sister. Sadly his sister died of AIDS yesterday (same day as gig!). Seeing him on stage looking all vulnerable and responding to her was extremely moving. It was also the anniversary of the Bataclan shooting, so that was poignant also.

Uppers and downers for nuance only - loved every second. 

Uppers:
* Started early and ended just after midnight - over two hours! (I think it's because she had some tech issues the night before).
* Crowd was really good (feisty when I went to the loo though - nearly lost my spot!).
* Really pleased I've had the experience of seated AND floor because you get ALL of the view in seats but none of the mayhem. This is a show you need to see at least twice.
* Watching an interlude and Madge suddenly shooting out of the stage in her Versace cat suit - all dramatic and only meters away...takes your breath away! :-0
* She looked amazing and was all smiles - in a great mood.
* Sounded even better - kept checking if she was actually live as her voice was almost too on point...but her voice momentarily cracked during Like a prayer. Fantastic to hear some bone fide live vocals instead of pre-records and endless tracking.
* You can tell when she's enjoying herself because she gets all chatty during numbers. It was slightly amusing when she flipped out because the stage was wet during erotica.
* Went out for a beer - found a Madonna glitter station (lol) - came back all "hiiii!"
* The erotica/Dita gold tooth was back. 
* Helga plaits during the cowboy bit - looked great. That outfit has grown on me --looks really expensive up close.
* Fave numbers: Open your heart (so great and old skool!), Like a prayer (best version since blond ambition), La Isla Bonita was nice, Ray of light was just incredible - even better than I remember from the O2. She's giving so much attitude up there. Flicking her hair all over the place etc. Sent me over the edge. 

Downers:
* Panto ensemble outfits that look more parody than clubby (dancers that is).
* Strange styling during interludes, a LOT of fabric thrown together fancy dress style - a bit Cher and incoherent in places. The JPG moments more than make up for this though!
* No clue who the Vogue guest was - anyone?
* The ending - really extra and fun. She's frankly hilarious and having a REALLY good time up there. However, the dubious choice of song and accompanying outfits look more like a west end tribute show than a high end Madonna gig.
* Didn't need the Evita interlude.
* Screaming kids on the Eurostar home this morn. 

It really was a momentous occasion. A great retrospective / SO perfect for now and I feel like she gives so much more of herself here than in previous outings.

[Blue Jean 15,254]

47 minutes ago, Crazy For M said:

It's available here

Thanks so much!

[MattyMads 5,516]

10 hours ago, Joseebus said:

So the grillz are in now? Is she lisping and slurring through the show?? And we were doing so well.  UGHHHHH.

There is Bisscchhh I'm Madonna, and Wain feelish on my fingertwips hearish on the window panssh 

[Roland Barthes 5,850]

The Prince hommage is better than Michael's and i realized it was David impersonating Prince and not just any dancer, it makes it more personal. I wonder if he was doing Jackson as well. That's something i forgot to talk about in my review.

[Pedro Beltran 4,288]

1 hour ago, Anapausis said:

Well, Godzilla cosplays yes, they are abundant in the Far East, just like kit kats with sakura and mochi flavors. Btw, they're extremely yummy.

Matcha Kit Kats are Godzillas and Skippy’s favorite (Skippy for the younger crowd is a kangaroo) 

[Pedro Beltran 4,288]

19 minutes ago, MattyMads said:

There is Bisscchhh I'm Madonna, and Wain feelish on my fingertwips hearish on the window panssh 

Apologists will say she shoundz fine, but sche doeshnt. 

In holiday I though I was seeing Taylor Swifts horse teeth 

[Voguerista 11,819]

1 hour ago, robder said:

Debrief:

2nd show for me after the London opener - which was spectacular due to all the unknowns.

Nice to be standing and up close because you get a different dimension entirely --seeing and hearing loads of stuff you wouldn't otherwise. Facial expressions and dancers shouting etc (watching her getting in the zone before ray of light was a moment).

Madge singing to Martin Burgoyne's image had me very choked up (as did that whole segment). Especially since I've just been reading about that phase of her life - he seemed like such a lovely club kid (knew EVERYONE on the downtown scene and had such a tragic end). 

This one was a bit special/sad because before Mother Father she told a little story about David's adoption...his mum died in childbirth (?) and he was raised by an 8 yr old sister. Sadly his sister died of AIDS yesterday (same day as gig!). Seeing him on stage looking all vulnerable and responding to her was extremely moving. It was also the anniversary of the Bataclan shooting, so that was poignant also.

Uppers and downers for nuance only - loved every second. 

Uppers:
* Started early and ended just after midnight - over two hours! (I think it's because she had some tech issues the night before).
* Crowd was really good (feisty when I went to the loo though - nearly lost my spot!).
* Really pleased I've had the experience of seated AND floor because you get ALL of the view in seats but none of the mayhem. This is a show you need to see at least twice.
* Watching an interlude and Madge suddenly shooting out of the stage in her Versace cat suit - all dramatic and only meters away...takes your breath away! :-0
* She looked amazing and was all smiles - in a great mood.
* Sounded even better - kept checking if she was actually live as her voice was almost too on point...but her voice momentarily cracked during Like a prayer. Fantastic to hear some bone fide live vocals instead of pre-records and endless tracking.
* You can tell when she's enjoying herself because she gets all chatty during numbers. It was slightly amusing when she flipped out because the stage was wet during erotica.
* Went out for a beer - found a Madonna glitter station (lol) - came back all "hiiii!"
* The erotica/Dita gold tooth was back. 
* Helga plaits during the cowboy bit - looked great. That outfit has grown on me --looks really expensive up close.
* Fave numbers: Open your heart (so great and old skool!), Like a prayer (best version since blond ambition), La Isla Bonita was nice, Ray of light was just incredible - even better than I remember from the O2. She's giving so much attitude up there. Flicking her hair all over the place etc. Sent me over the edge. 

Downers:
* Panto ensemble outfits that look more parody than clubby (dancers that is).
* Strange styling during interludes, a LOT of fabric thrown together fancy dress style - a bit Cher and incoherent in places. The JPG moments more than make up for this though!
* No clue who the Vogue guest was - anyone?
* The ending - really extra and fun. She's frankly hilarious and having a REALLY good time up there. However, the dubious choice of song and accompanying outfits look more like a west end tribute show than a high end Madonna gig.
* Didn't need the Evita interlude.
* Screaming kids on the Eurostar home this morn. 

It really was a momentous occasion. A great retrospective / SO perfect for now and I feel like she gives so much more of herself here than in previous outings.

Great read. Loved!  Thank you!! 

[Anapausis 5,914]

17 minutes ago, Pedro Beltran said:

Matcha Kit Kats are Godzillas and Skippy’s favorite (Skippy for the younger crowd is a kangaroo) 

I prefer this one when it comes to kangaroos:

          Shame there's not a DVD format of this movie (at least not in my country), let alone a BD one.

EDIT: @Vogueristatis a very cute movie btw, heart melting level, excellent tip for any occasion!!!

[Pedro Beltran 4,288]

1 hour ago, robder said:

Madge singing to Martin Burgoyne's image had me very choked up (as did that whole segment). Especially since I've just been reading about that phase of her life - he seemed like such a lovely club kid (knew EVERYONE on the downtown scene and had such a tragic end). 

This one was a bit special/sad because before Mother Father she told a little story about David's adoption...his mum died in childbirth (?) and he was raised by an 8 yr old sister. Sadly his sister died of AIDS yesterday (same day as gig!). Seeing him on stage looking all vulnerable and responding to her was extremely moving. It was also the anniversary of the Bataclan shooting, so that was poignant also.

Thanks love ❤️ 

I must be getting really old, this made me tear up 😢

[Pedro Beltran 4,288]

List Of Backup Dancers for Madonna’s Celebration Tour

Marvin Gofin 

Derrell Bullock 

Kupono Aweau

Prince Lyons

Jaxon Willard

James Vu Anh Pham

Daniele Sibilli

Dana Pajarillaga

Chaz Buzan

Sasha Mallory

Sierra Herrera

Mattie Love

Stevie Doré

List Of Choreographers for Madonna’s Celebration Tour

Damien Jalet

Travis Payne – Choreographer

Megan Lawson – Supervising Choreographer

Matt Cady – Supervising Choreographer

Valeree Young – Supervising choreographer

[Pedro Beltran 4,288]

She threw her sunglasses into the crowd because they were bothering her 

[Voguerista 11,819]

1 hour ago, Anapausis said:

I prefer this one when it comes to kangaroos:

          Shame there's not a DVD format of this movie (at least not in my country), let alone a BD one.

EDIT: @Vogueristatis a very cute movie btw, heart melting level, excellent tip for any occasion!!!

Thanks so much! Looks great! 💝💝💝🦬🦮🦌🦆🧤🦮🦌🦆

[Voguerista 11,819]

1 hour ago, Pedro Beltran said:

List Of Backup Dancers for Madonna’s Celebration Tour

Marvin Gofin 

Derrell Bullock 

Kupono Aweau

Prince Lyons

Jaxon Willard

James Vu Anh Pham

Daniele Sibilli

Dana Pajarillaga

Chaz Buzan

Sasha Mallory

Sierra Herrera

Mattie Love

Stevie Doré

List Of Choreographers for Madonna’s Celebration Tour

Damien Jalet

Travis Payne – Choreographer

Megan Lawson – Supervising Choreographer

Matt Cady – Supervising Choreographer

Valeree Young – Supervising choreographer

Marvin is my fave! 💝💝💝💝🕺🏼🕺🏼🕺🏼

[True Blue 84 1,843]

Is it me or is she singing without a backing track on the verse? If there is one the vocals on that track are not loud, she can clearly be heard. The backing vocals get louder on the " because of you " part, or ? Sounds that way to me... 

https://vm.tiktok.com/ZGe1teEEc/

[True Blue 84 1,843]

So cool 

https://vm.tiktok.com/ZGe1tgP3x/

[Pootz333 2,691]

Was this posted already? I just caught it. If the original had these extra beats omg...