Shifting Priorities: Pulling Out of London's West End

The real-world consequences of her decision followed just hours later on that same afternoon.

Production company Empire Street Productions shocked theatre bosses by confirming Ariana had officially withdrawn from Stephen Sondheim’s upcoming West End revival of Sunday in the Park with George at London's Barbican Centre. While they released an official statement offering their complete support for her well-being, devastated ticket holders realised her showbiz exit was truly in motion.