Lady Gaga Delivers Drama-Packed, Operatic Fever Dream with Mayhem Ball

The pop superstar's latest tour brings a Broadway-worthy spectacle to Arizona.

Published on Feb. 15, 2026

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Lady Gaga brought her ambitious new "Mayhem Ball" tour to Desert Diamond Arena in Glendale, Arizona, delivering a breathtaking theatrical production that spanned nearly 20 years of her career. The five-act show featured elaborate set pieces, countless costume changes, and a dramatic exploration of themes like inner chaos, duality, and transformation, all set to a setlist that heavily featured songs from her latest album "Mayhem" alongside career-defining hits.

Why it matters

Lady Gaga has long been known for her innovative and theatrical live performances, and the Mayhem Ball tour continues that tradition, pushing the boundaries of what a pop concert can be. The show's operatic scope and ambitious production values showcase Gaga's artistry and commitment to delivering an immersive, drama-packed experience for her devoted "Little Monster" fanbase.

The details

The Mayhem Ball tour is divided into five acts, with names like "And She Fell Into a Gothic Dream" and "Eternal Aria of the Monster Heart." The show begins with a video of two Lady Gagas greeting the audience, setting the stage for the duality and transformation that permeates the performance. Gaga makes a dramatic entrance towering above the stage in a red velvet ballgown that opens to reveal a massive steel cage full of dancers. There are countless costume changes for both Gaga and her troupe of dancers, often channeling the look and spirit of earlier Gaga eras. The setlist heavily features songs from her latest album "Mayhem," but also includes career-defining hits like "Just Dance," "Poker Face," and "Born This Way."

  • The Mayhem Ball tour stop in Glendale, Arizona took place on February 15, 2026.
  • Lady Gaga launched her career with the release of "Just Dance" nearly 20 years ago.

The players

Lady Gaga

An American singer, songwriter, and performer known for her innovative and theatrical live shows. She is the headliner of the Mayhem Ball tour.

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What they’re saying

“This is a manifesto of Mayhem. The mistress stands before me, eyes wide and full of wrath. Her cane held in her right hand, on her left foot, a cast. 'Beware,' she says, 'the chaos in your heart will never cease until you find another way to harness what you seek.'”

— Lady Gaga (azcentral.com)

“It's sometimes difficult to see the light, but I think what makes inner chaos more challenging is when you occasionally catch a glimpse of the sun.”

— Lady Gaga (Rolling Stone)

What’s next

Lady Gaga will return to Desert Diamond Arena in Glendale, Arizona for another performance of the Mayhem Ball tour on February 16, 2026.

The takeaway

Lady Gaga's Mayhem Ball tour is a stunning display of her artistry and commitment to delivering an immersive, theatrical experience for her fans. The show's operatic scope and ambitious production values cement Gaga's status as one of pop music's most innovative and boundary-pushing live performers.