Ariana Grande opened her first tour in seven years on Saturday night in Oakland, California, performing a death‑defying harness lift while singing “Supernatural.” The 32‑year‑old singer was hoisted into the air by backup dancers, sparking cheers and a viral Reddit clip.

Oakland Arena Turns into a Cirque de Soleil Stage for Grande

According to the source, Grande was hooked to a harness during “Supernatural,” with dancers circling her before backing away as she rose. the stunt, captured on fan‑shared video, showed the singer’s arms falling to her sides as she floated toward the ceiling, a moment that “caused the crowd innside the venue to erupt into cheers and applause.”

Petal, Wicked, and a New Visual Spectacle: Grande’s Multi‑Project Calendar

The source notes that Grande is preparing for the release of her eighth studio album Petal, due July 31, while also returning to film as Glinda in Wicked (2024) and Wicked: For Good (2025). She also promoted her upcoming movie Focker‑In‑Law, slated for November 25. These projects suggest a deliberate blending of music, theater, and cienma in her brand strategy.

Fans React: From “Beautiful” to “Unreal” in the Comments

As the source reports, Instagram comments ranged from “ARE YOU KIDDING MEEEE” to “the show is unreal .” A Reddit user praised the stunt as “beautiful” and noted the artist’s investment in production, while another highlighted the “movement, the notes she hits as she’s floating.”

Who’s Behind the Stunt? The Unnamed Safety Crew and Choreographers

The source does not name the safety crew or choreographers responsible for the harness lift.. It only mentions that backup dancers assisted Grande and that the stunt was executed during a live performance.. The lack of detail raises quetions about the safety protocols and rehearsal process behind the spectacle.

Is This the New Standard for Pop Tours?

While the source does not provide comparative data, the stunt echoes past high‑profile concert theatrics, such as Beyoncé’s 2016 Coachella aerial routine. Whether Grande’s harness lift will set a new trend for pop tours remains unclear, as the source offers no industry analysis.