Lady Gaga collaborates with Apple Music for Reimagined 'Mayhem' Live Performance

Guillermo del Toro

Oscar-winning filmmaker and author whose work and commentary explore fantasy, horror, and cinema.

Lady Gaga, the iconic pop superstar, has once again captivated her fanbase, known as Little Monsters, by announcing an exclusive collaboration with Apple Music. This partnership unveils “Mayhem Requiem,” a meticulously filmed live performance that breathes new life into her critically acclaimed, Grammy-winning album, “Mayhem.” The special event, recorded in an intimate setting at The Wiltern Theater in Los Angeles, promises a unique auditory and visual experience for fans worldwide.

Lady Gaga's "Mayhem Requiem" Live Performance Set to Premiere Globally

In a highly anticipated event, global music sensation Lady Gaga is joining forces with Apple Music to present “Mayhem Requiem,” a specially filmed live performance. This unique show, captured earlier this year in January at the historic Wiltern Theater in Los Angeles's vibrant Koreatown, offers a fresh perspective on her celebrated album, “Mayhem.” The premiere is scheduled for May 14th at 8 p.m. Pacific Time, allowing fans to immerse themselves in a reimagined musical journey.

For a limited period, Apple Music will extend access to a live stream of “Mayhem Requiem” to non-subscribers, ensuring a broader audience can witness this spectacular event. Following the premiere, the complete performance and its accompanying live album, which boasts Apple’s cutting-edge spatial audio technology, will be exclusively available on-demand for Apple Music subscribers. This initiative underscores Lady Gaga’s continuous innovation in presenting her art and her dedication to her fanbase.

This new rendition follows the successful "Mayhem Ball" theatrical tour, executive produced by Gaga and her fiancé, Michael Polansky. The tour was an elaborate five-act operatic production, showcasing breathtaking performances of her most beloved songs, both new and old. The original "Mayhem Ball" debuted as a headlining act at the 2025 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival, setting the stage for the album's triumphant return to Gaga's pop roots. The release highlights Gaga’s transformation into a “phantom of her own gothic opera,” performing at the piano or synths amidst the atmospheric ruins of the Mayhem Ball stage, delivering fresh arrangements of tracks like “Abracadabra” and “Disease.”

In addition to its streaming release, “Mayhem Requiem” will also be screened at 15 select AMC Theaters across the United States. Cities hosting these exclusive screenings include Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Denver, Minneapolis, Nashville, New York City, Orlando, Philadelphia, Phoenix, San Francisco, Seattle, Tampa, and Washington, D.C. Enthusiasts can register for these theater viewings through Apple’s dedicated platform.

Lady Gaga’s penchant for creatively reinterpreting her musical catalog was evident during the 2026 Grammy Awards. There, she delivered a powerful rock interpretation of “Abracadabra,” the lead single from “Mayhem.” Breaking away from the elaborate choreography typically associated with her music videos, Gaga, partially concealed by an intricate eye-like hat, commanded the stage with a newly arranged version of the pop anthem. Her performance at the February ceremony also saw her add two more Grammy Awards to her impressive collection, bringing her total to sixteen wins, solidifying her status as a formidable force in the music industry.

Lady Gaga's "Mayhem Requiem" not only celebrates her Grammy-winning album but also showcases her unwavering commitment to artistic evolution and engaging her audience in fresh and innovative ways. The collaboration with Apple Music and the theatrical screenings offer a multi-dimensional experience, reminding us that true artistry knows no bounds and constantly seeks new avenues for expression. This venture reinforces Gaga's position as a trailblazer, continuously pushing the boundaries of music and performance, and solidifying her connection with fans through immersive and unforgettable experiences.

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