Ariana Grande quits planned London musical: ‘Taking a step back from visibility’

Ariana Grande has withdrawn from a West End production of the musical “Sunday in the Park with George,” People reported Sunday evening. According to her representatives, the singer wants to “take a step back from visibility” for a while after completing her current tour. “Sunday in the Park with George” is expected to open in London next summer and will star Jonathan Bailey, who played Fiyero opposite Grande in the two “Wicked” films. Despite her departure, the source who provided the details to the U.S. outlet said Grande “cannot wait to support the brilliant team bringing this project to life.” “She looks forward to finishing the tour and ending it on a high note, both healthily and happily, and then taking a much-deserved break from public-facing work and appearances, which has led to endless, ongoing public scrutiny,” the source added. “This tour has been a beautiful experience for her.