Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo captivated the audience at the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Costume Institute after-party with a spellbinding performance that evoked the magic of fairytales. Grande, clad in a breathtaking custom Maison Margiela Artisanal dress, opened her enchanting set with a dreamy rendition of “Once Upon a Dream” from Disney’s beloved classic “Sleeping Beauty”. The stage was adorned with a lush, sylvian-inspired set designed by Derek McKlane, transporting the audience to a realm of wonder.
Grande’s ethereal look featured layers of intricate details. Beneath an off-white spider-webbed crinoline and a diaphanous organdy smock adorned with delicate lace and thread, she surprised the audience with a vibrant forest green draped tulle dress adorned with rosettes, hand-sprayed gold dust, and shimmering crystal and mirror embroideries. The dress cascaded over a draped tulle skirt, a delicate body suit, and a cincher in soft pastel hues. Her feet were adorned with custom hand-painted Tabis by Christian Louboutin for Maison Margiela, completing her enchanting ensemble.
Throughout her performance, Grande artfully blended her greatest hits, weaving a tapestry of sound that captivated the audience. She serenaded them with “Into You” from “Dangerous Woman”, “Seven Rings” from “Thank U, Next”, and “The Boy Is Mine,” “We Can’t Be Friends,” and “Yes, And” from her latest album “Positions”.
As the set reached its crescendo, Cynthia Erivo took to the stage, joining Grande for a stirring duet of “When You Believe”, a song made famous by the legendary voices of Mariah Carey and Whitney Houston. Erivo, resplendent in a square-hip dress in rose houndstooth jacquard from Thom Browne’s fall 2013 collection, brought her own magic to the performance.
The evening concluded on a high note, leaving the audience spellbound by the artistry of Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo. Their enchanting performance perfectly complemented the glamorous atmosphere of the Met Gala after-party, creating an unforgettable moment that celebrated the beauty of fashion, music, and storytelling.
