Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · July 17, 2025 · Entertainment

Lady Gaga Unleashes Theatrical Spectacle: Mayhem Ball Kicks Off in Vegas!

Lady Gaga gave her fans a night to remember on Wednesday, as she kicked off her Mayhem Ball tour with an electric show at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas

Lady Gaga's Mayhem Ball Tour Kicks Off with a Bang!

Get ready for the wildest ride of the year, Little Monsters! Lady Gaga has officially launched her highly-anticipated Mayhem Ball tour, and it's been a night to remember (or should we say, a night to scream?). The Mother Monster brought her A-game to the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas on Wednesday, delivering an electrifying two-hour and 15-minute set that left fans gagging for more.

The pop icon, who celebrated her 39th birthday just days ago, proved why she's still the queen of the game with a whopping 29-song setlist packed with some of her biggest hits. And let us tell you, it was an experience like no other! With extravagant costumes, striking staging, and vocals that left the crowd breathless, Lady Gaga gave her fans a night to cherish.

The pop icon, 39, brought back the arthouse theatrics for the two hours and 15 minute set, packing in a whopping 29 of her biggest hits to a sold-out crowd

But what really stole the show was her commitment to pushing the boundaries of artistry. From the gothic-inspired setting for Bloody Mary to the creepily long finger prosthetics worn during Bad Romance, every detail was meticulously crafted to create an immersive experience that left fans gasping in awe.

Of course, no Lady Gaga performance would be complete without some truly iconic moments. Who could forget her show-stopping Paparazzi, where she strutted down the runway on silver crutches like a supermodel, or her haunting rendition of Perfect Illusion, sung from a sandbox filled with human remains? It was a true masterclass in theatrics, and fans were eating it up every step of the way.

And then there were the fashion statements. Oh, the fashion statements! From the elaborate costumes to the avant-garde masks worn by the audience (because, let's be real, Little Monsters are always one step ahead of the game), it was a veritable feast for the eyes. We mean, who else could make a gothic cape and a sandbox full of human remains seem like a normal part of the show?

She pulled out all the stops for the tour's opening night, with extravagant costumes, striking staging and her powerful vocals

But the real pièce de résistance was when Lady Gaga emerged from backstage in a simple Cramps t-shirt, beanie, and sunglasses to belt out How Bad Do U Want Me. It was as if she shed her alter ego and became Stefani Germanotta once again, connecting with her fans on a deep level that left the entire stadium gasping for air.

Of course, Lady Gaga's Mayhem Ball tour wouldn't be complete without some truly memorable moments from the audience. We're talking about fans who went all out with their outfits, recreating some of Lady Gaga's most iconic looks (hello, Alexander McQueen and Philip Treacy!) or rocking avant-garde masks that would put a Mad Max extras to shame.

And then there was Lady Gaga herself, overwhelmed by the love and adoration pouring in from her fans. "Before I came on stage tonight, I couldn't even believe you were here for me," she confessed during the show. It was clear that this tour meant more than just a series of concerts – it was a celebration of her unwavering connection with her Little Monsters.

Splitting the set into four acts, Gaga began with Bloody Mary, surrounded by a gothic style set, before belting out popular tracks, Abracadabra, Judas and Scheiße

So what's next for Lady Gaga and her Mayhem Ball tour? Well, we can confirm that she'll be bringing the party to London's O2 Arena on September 29, October 1, and October 3, as well as Manchester's Co-op Live in November. But don't worry if you're not in the UK – she'll also be stopping by Mexico, Brazil, Singapore, Las Vegas, Seattle, New York City, Miami, Toronto, Chicago, Paris, Berlin, and more.

And for those wondering what inspired this latest tour, Lady Gaga herself explained that it was all about creating a different kind of experience. "I wanted to create something more intimate – closer, more connected – that lends itself to the live theatrical art I love to create," she said in a statement released by TheScholarlyNote.com.

The Mayhem Ball has certainly soared to great heights, topping the UK album charts this month and producing three top ten singles (Abracadabra, Die With A Smile with Bruno Mars, and Disease). And if Lady Gaga's performance at Coachella in April was any indication, this tour is going to be one for the books.

And displaying her signature Avant-garde fashion, she donned a number of elaborate looks including creepily long finger prosthetics for Bad Romance

So what are you waiting for, Little Monsters? Get ready to experience the ultimate thrill ride with Lady Gaga and her Mayhem Ball tour. Trust us – it's going to be a wild ride!

Surrounded by a team of talented dancers, the Oscar winner also delivered eye-popping visuals and slick choreography as she sang fan-favourites like Poker Face, Applause, Summerboy, Million Reasons, Die With a Smile and Shallow

While her performance of enduring hit track, Paparazzi, saw Gaga don a white wedding gown with a long gauzy train flowing behind her as she strutted down the runway on silver crutches, like in the music video

She pulled on a gothic cape and took to the piano for a toned-down emotional track, before bringing out a humongous spinning skull for Killah

And for Perfect Celebrity and Disease, she leaned into the spooky visuals once again, singing from a sandbox full of human remains and surrounded by backing dancers dressed as skeletons

For the last song, the cameras followed Gaga as she slipped away backstage and removed her makeup and extravagant costume, emerging back on stage in a simple Cramps t-shirt, beanie and sunglasses to sing How Bad Do U Want Me

In typical 'Little Monsters' style, fans went all out with their outfits for the concert, with some even almost rivalling Gaga's herself

The stadium was packed full of racy look, avantgarde masks and recreation's of Gaga's most iconic looks, including the Alexander McQueen outfit she wore to the 2009 MTV VMAs and her famous Philip Treacy lobster hat from 2010

And the icon herself seemed overwhelmed by all the love, admitting in the show: 'Before I came on stage tonight, I couldn¿t even believe you were here for me'

In March, the songstress announced 2025 tour dates across the UK, North America and Europe, playing on iconic stages such as London 's O2 Arena and Madison Square Garden in New York.