Katy Perry, the renowned pop sensation, surprised her fans with a delightful reveal on her Instagram Story last Friday. The 38-year-old singer showcased her brand-new finger tattoo, and the reason behind this fresh ink is nothing short of special—it marks the conclusion of her sensational Las Vegas residency, Play.
In her initial Instagram Story post, Perry’s hand was captured bathed in the soft glow of a light, while talented tattoo artist Liz Kim meticulously etched the design onto her finger. With a playful hint of mystery, Perry teased her followers, asking, “You guys know what it is? I bet you can’t guess what I’m getting right now,” keeping the details of her new tattoo tantalizingly concealed beneath the radiant light. She then shared, “But I am getting my tour tattooed, it’s a tradition,” and captioned the post with, “8 more #PLAY shows left so it’s tour tattoo time!!!”
In a subsequent image, Katy Perry proudly displayed her latest piece of body art—a charming cartoon mushroom, a symbol prominently featured within her Play residency.
Katy Perry’s Las Vegas residency, Play, was launched in December 2021, and it has been a visual spectacle of epic proportions. The stage design boasts striking elements such as a vibrant pink and yellow checkerboard stage, oversized bathroom items like a gigantic toilet, plunger, and an enormous rubber duck.
Audiences attending the residency have been treated to a mesmerizing array of tracks from Katy Perry’s diverse discography, with hits like “Never Really Over,” “Teenage Dream,” “Roar,” “E.T.,” “Dark Horse,” “California Gurls,” “Waking Up in Vegas,” and “I Kissed a Girl” making electrifying appearances in the show.
Speaking about her Play residency, Katy Perry expressed to PEOPLE that it has far exceeded her wildest expectations. She described the experience as “larger than life” and “wild,” with a vibe that combines elements of “Honey, I Shrunk the Kids” and “Pee-Wee’s Playhouse.” Perry’s role as a doll in the production adds a trippy and unforgettable dimension to the show.
However, Perry wittily acknowledged that the extravagant stage setups and intricate costumes featured in the show wouldn’t be practical for a standard tour. She humorously remarked, “Taking this show on the road would be quite the challenge, especially when you consider trying to transport a 30-foot toilet – I doubt any semi-truck could handle that!”
As the grand finale of Play draws near, scheduled for early November, Katy Perry is gearing up for an exhilarating future undertaking. She eagerly anticipates embarking on a worldwide tour, bridging the gap for fans who couldn’t make it to the spectacle in Vegas. Perry fervently stated, “My last tour was back in 2018. It’s high time I hit the road again to reconnect with the fans who missed out on the Vegas experience.”
With Play on the verge of its conclusion, Katy Perry finds herself standing at the threshold of a new phase in her illustrious career. She looks ahead with unwavering optimism, remarking, “As I bring Play to a close, I’m ready to open a fresh chapter. I’m genuinely thrilled about the potential of my journey continuing.” Tickets for the remaining Play residency shows, culminating on November 4, are now available for purchase, ensuring that fans can capture the essence of Katy Perry’s electrifying performance before this Vegas chapter draws to a close.
