Bruno Mars made history on Thursday night as the inaugural performer at the Intuit Dome arena in Inglewood, California, the new home of the LA Clippers. The superstar kicked off his two-night engagement with a show that fans and celebrities alike will not soon forget.
Among the highlights of the evening was the live debut of Mars’ highly anticipated collaboration with Lady Gaga, titled “Die with a Smile.” The two artists surprised the audience by performing the song together near the end of the concert. Mars expressed his gratitude to Gaga for collaborating with him, and their vocal harmonies resonated beautifully, setting the tone for what could be a future classic.
The Intuit Dome was not just filled with music lovers; it was also packed with celebrities. Meghan Trainor, on the red carpet, shared that her family’s favorite song by Bruno is “24K Magic.” Inside the venue, stars like Halle Bailey and DDG were seen enjoying the night with their baby. A standout moment of the evening included Jennifer Lopez exuberantly enjoying Mars’ “Marry You.”
Bruno Mars showcased his incredible talent throughout the performance, delivering a high-energy show imbued with impressive choreography on tracks such as “Finesse.” He seamlessly transitioned to emotional ballads like “Versace on the Floor,” demonstrating his powerful vocals that captivated the audience, who could feel his passion reverberating throughout the arena.
The Intuit Dome proved to be a state-of-the-art venue, equipped with cashless transactions and an efficient layout that minimized waits at bars and shops. Guests enjoyed lounges on the club level for mingling and dining before the concert, and each seat was equipped with a charging port to ensure devices stayed powered throughout the show.
Mars’ enthusiastic fans eagerly purchased exclusive merchandise celebrating the night. Many attendees donned outfits inspired by Mars, with the 24K Magic album cover being the most popular choice.
The singer is scheduled to perform one more night at the Intuit Dome on Friday, August 16, followed by comedian Sebastian Maniscalco on Saturday, Latin artist Marco Antonio Solis on Sunday, and two nights of Olivia Rodrigo’s GUTS Tour on Tuesday and Wednesday.