Legendary pop icon Cyndi Lauper is making her departure from the stage. On Monday, the two-time Grammy winner revealed her Girls Just Wanna Have Fun Farewell Tour, marking her first major tour in a decade.
The 23-city headlining tour commences on October 18 in Montreal and includes stops in cities such as Boston, New York City, Nashville, Atlanta, Los Angeles, and more. The final show will take place on December 5 in Chicago. Fans should keep an eye out for special guest appearances to be announced soon, with tickets going on sale June 7 at 10 a.m. local time via LiveNation.com.
A Celebrated Career
This announcement comes just before the release of Let the Canary Sing, a documentary that delves into Lauper’s extensive career and life. Premiering June 4 on Paramount+, the film includes never-before-seen footage
and interviews with figures such as Boy George and Patti LaBelle.
Described as a tender and furiously energetic portrait,
the documentary highlights her rise to fame, along with her contributions to music, punk style, and activism for women’s rights and LGBTQI+ people.
An Icon for Activism
Lauper’s influence is not just limited to music. She epitomizes pride, inclusivity, and resilience. Her activism was recently acknowledged when she was named the first-ever Lifetime Ally Icon at the West Hollywood Pride Parade held on June 2.
Upon receiving the award, Lauper expressed her excitement, stating: I love Pride, I love West Hollywood! I love a parade. I am very excited about being WeHo Pride’s Lifetime Ally Icon. Can’t wait to see you all there.
A Fitting Farewell
Fans who cherished hits like “Girls Just Want to Have Fun”, “True Colors”, and many more will get one last chance to witness Lauper’s brilliance live. The tour promises to be a heartfelt trip down memory lane while celebrating the indelible mark Lauper has made on pop culture.
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