American singer Katy Perry, who combines dance music with pop-rock, will return to Prague’s O2 arena after ten years. On October 30, 2025, he will complete The Lifetimes Tour concert series there, on which he will present this year’s seventh studio album called 143.
Tickets for prices starting at 2,290 crowns will be on sale from this Friday. The performance is organized by the Live Nation agency,which also announced another event: already on October 4,2025,award-winning comedian and actor Ricky Gervais will appear at the same venue with his new stand-up show Mortality.
After initially failing to make music for American Christians, Katy perry rose to prominence with her 2008 debut single I Kissed a Girl. “I kissed a girl and I liked it / I hope my boy doesn’t mind,” she sang in a song combining pop-rock with electronic music.
The summer hit soared to the top of the charts in several countries and launched a stellar career. The singer was probably at her peak in 2010 with the album Teenage Dream, which earned her seven Grammy nominations. The records sold over two million copies and five singles, including California Gurls or Firework, reached the top of the Billboard Hot 100 chart. only Michael Jackson had achieved this with the Bad album.
“I’m a good girl as I believe in love. Simultaneously occurring, I’m bad as I like to provoke. But that’s because I want to make people think. That’s what the lyrics of most of my songs are about,” katy Perry described herself at the time.
Lively, extravagant costumes in cheerful colors and work with infantilism were typical for her, such as when she took pictures with a lollipop in her mouth or sprayed whipped cream from her bra in video clips.
In the following years, the artist broadened her scope by appearing in films or as a judge on the American Idol singing competition. She was also regularly reported by tabloids for her relationships with musician John Mayer and later actor Orlando Bloom.
She called her latest album this year 143. It is accompanied by the partly feminist single Woman’s World. Today, the singer has 13 Grammy nominations to her credit, but she has never been successful.
British actor and comedian Ricky Gervais has already performed twice at the Prague Congress center, most recently last year. Next year, with a new show called Mortality, he will dare to enter the largest covered hall in the metropolis, he will perform in the O2 arena on October 4.
Tickets starting at 1,790 crowns will also be on sale from this Friday. “We all die anyway, so at least we can laugh about it. Mortality deals with the absurdities of life. And death,” says the artist.
Years later, Gervais returned to the character of the Wernham Hogg company manager in the separate film David Brent: Life on the Road, in addition to acting in the series Derek from the habitat of a nursing home or After Life about a regional journalist who tries to rearrange his life after his wife dies of cancer. In the film Special Correspondent, as a radio technician, he helped a colleague falsify reports from the alleged war in Ecuador, which they actually filmed in a local cafe.
Gervais has been involved in stand-up comedy since the late 1990s, for which he won several British Bafta awards, an American television Emmy and a film Golden globe. Most recently in Prague, he presented a stand-up show called Armageddon, the recording of which rose to the top of the viewership in the Netflix video library. It will also record the new Mortality. As with previous tours, Gervais will donate a portion of the proceeds from ticket sales to charity.
video: Single Woman’s World from Katy Perry’s new album
Single Woman’s World from this year’s album by singer Katy Perry. | Video: Capitol Records
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What can fans expect from Katy Perry’s new album,143,compared to her earlier works?
Interviewer: Welcome to Time.news,and thank you for joining us today! We have a special guest in the studio,a music industry expert who will help us delve into the exciting news about Katy Perry’s upcoming concert in Prague. What are your thoughts on her return after a decade?
Expert: Thank you for having me! Katy Perry’s return to Prague’s O2 arena is definitely exciting news for both her fans and the music scene. After ten years, it feels like a homecoming, and her concert is part of The Lifetimes Tour, which is a testament to her enduring popularity and the evolution of her music.
Interviewer: Absolutely! She’ll be showcasing her latest album, 143, during the concert. With that in mind,how do you think her new music compares to her earlier works?
Expert: Katy Perry has evolved substantially as her 2008 debut with “I kissed a girl.” While she artfully combined pop-rock with dance elements in her early career, 143 likely reflects more mature themes and experimentation with different sounds. Fans are eager to see how she weaves those experiences into her live performances.
Interviewer: Speaking of evolution, her 2010 album Teenage Dream was a massive success, with seven Grammy nominations and five Billboard Hot 100 chart-toppers. What’s your take on her impact on pop music, especially during that peak?
Expert: Katy Perry’s impact during her peak was monumental. With teenage Dream, she not onyl broke records alongside icons like michael Jackson but also shifted the pop music landscape.The way she combined catchy hooks with relatable lyrics resonated with a generation. Songs like ”Firework” and “California Gurls” became anthems, cementing her place as a pop powerhouse.
Interviewer: That’s a great point! Her ability to challenge norms with lyrics like “I’m a good girl, but I’m bad as I like to provoke” indicates a complexity to her artistry. How do you see that complexity reflected in her music and persona?
Expert: That’s one of the gorgeous contradictions of Katy Perry’s artistry. She crafts songs that celebrate empowerment while also inviting listeners to think critically. By merging her good-girl image with provocative elements, she encourages deeper conversations about love, identity, and societal expectations. This duality keeps her music fresh and relevant.
Interviewer: With tickets going on sale this Friday starting at 2,290 crowns, how do you think the demand will be, especially considering the long gap since her last performance in Prague?
Expert: I’m expecting a strong demand, given that she has a dedicated fanbase and has built anticipation over the years.First visits often sell out quickly. Moreover, the excitement surrounding her new album and the nostalgia factor of her previous hits will drive sales even further. Fans will be eager to witness her return to the stage in full force.
Interviewer: In addition to Katy Perry,Ricky Gervais is also set to perform around the same time.What does this combination of events suggest about Prague’s entertainment landscape?
Expert: It highlights Prague’s growing reputation as a vibrant hub for diverse entertainment. By hosting a pop icon like Katy Perry alongside an acclaimed comedian like Ricky Gervais, the city not only caters to varied tastes but also attracts international audiences. It’s a sign that the cultural scene is thriving again, post-pandemic, and there’s an appetite for live performances.
Interviewer: Thank you so much for sharing your insights today! Katy Perry’s concert in Prague is undoubtedly a moment to look forward to. It’s fascinating to see how her journey unfolds!
Expert: Thank you for having me! It’s always a pleasure to discuss and celebrate the transformative power of music and live performances.