Cynthia Erivo, the acclaimed star of the musical ‘Wicked’, is set to perform at the iconic Hollywood Bowl on 15 October with her concert titled ‘Let Me Sing to You’. The singer and actress, who is renowned for her remarkable vocal ability, is gearing up for a night filled with powerful performances and emotional resonance.
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In a recent interview, Erivo shared that she has been gradually refining her setlist for this highly anticipated show. Over the past year, she has been performing at various outdoor venues, where she has been testing different songs to curate what will be featured in her upcoming concert. At 39 years old, she has expressed her excitement about fine-tuning her repertoire for the historic amphitheatre. “This year and last year I’ve been doing a lot of amphitheaters, and we’ve been drip-feeding the setlist with the things that I want to put into the Hollywood Bowl,” she explained.
As Erivo prepares for her performance, she emphasised the importance of practical considerations such as the weather and hydration. “Weather is a thing, so you have to figure out, do I need to wear something that keeps me warm? Do I need to wear something that keeps me cool?” she pondered. Given the physical demand of her songs and the accompaniment of a full orchestra, she is mindful of keeping herself well-hydrated throughout the concert.
Erivo first graced the stage at the Hollywood Bowl in 2021, accompanied by the Los Angeles Philharmonic Orchestra. She made a striking return in 2025, leading the highly praised concert production of ‘Jesus Christ Superstar’. In reflecting on her experiences, Erivo noted the importance of managing her vocal strength during rehearsals. “I have a very terrible tendency of singing like it’s the concert when I’m doing a rehearsal,” she admitted. To combat this, she has retrained herself to temper her singing in practice, stating, “I can’t help it. I love the music.”
In keeping with the theme of surprises, Erivo hinted at a special guest joining her for the concert, someone she says “you will know very, very well”. This revelation stirs curiosity among fans, especially as she noted that she has not performed alongside this particular collaborator for quite some time. Their history, dating back to the early stages of her career, adds to the intrigue surrounding this promise of a duet.
Erivo’s current artistic pursuits are numerous and diverse. The actress is set to feature in the upcoming film ‘Children of Blood and Bone’, which will be released on 15 January, following her recent West End performance in ‘Dracula’, where she took on the challenge of portraying 23 characters. Additionally, she showcased her new drama ‘Prima Facie’ at the Toronto International Film Festival earlier this month. Reflecting on this whirlwind of activity, she described life as “insane, wonderful and full”.
“There’s a lot going on right now, and a lot of it is made up of wishful fulfilment and dreams coming true, and others are things that have surprised me,” Erivo stated, conveying her appreciation for the varied opportunities she has been receiving. As she gears up for her performance at the Hollywood Bowl, it is clear that she is a force to be reckoned with, consistently pushing herself and embracing new experiences.
Tickets for Erivo’s concert, ‘Let Me Sing to You’, are currently available for purchase. Those interested in witnessing her dynamic and soulful performance are encouraged to secure their spots soon, as her shows are known to draw significant interest. With anticipation building for this event, Erivo is poised to deliver an unforgettable night filled with music and emotion at one of America’s most cherished venues.