Madonna’s career achievements include grossing $1.376 billion and selling 11.7 million tickets at 575 shows, making her the most successful female act in Boxscore history.
He’s set to break more records with his upcoming family-friendly Festival Tour, which is expected to boost his earnings even further, inching closer to the $1.5 billion mark. With the tour kicking off this weekend, let’s take a look at his previous tours and retrace his 2008 tour that brought in nearly $450 million.
The Virgin Tour – $5,000,000
This was Madonna’s first concert tour and it ran from April 10, 1985 to June 11, 1985. It featured only two backup dancers and a live band, serving as an early representation of her career. The set list consisted of his early hits, and the tour attracted fans who often dressed as the chart-topping artists themselves.
Who’s That Girl World Tour – $25,000,000
This stadium tour from June 14, 1987, to September 6, harkens back to a time when the Grammy Award winner’s image was innocent. The show also exudes a certain spark and joy that has never been replicated.
Madame X Tour – $51,361,008
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Madonna’s “Madame X Tour” marked a departure from her usual stadium-sized shows, as she opted for a small theater, promising an intimate performance. Unfortunately, fans got the opposite, as the “Four Rooms” screen star tried to downsize his typical stadium production to fit the smaller venue, eliminating the expected level of intimacy.
The tour also faced its share of cancellations, with several shows canceled just hours before they were scheduled to begin due to the “Swept Away” star’s knee injury.
Blonde Ambition Tour – $62,700.00
In 1990, Madonna reached her breakthrough. He just had a big hit with “Vogue,” starred in a Dick Tracy movie, and launched this tour. Working with choreographer Vincent Patterson and fashion designer Jean Paul Gaultier, she introduced her iconic cone bra, one of her most memorable looks. Madonna also collaborated with her brother, Christopher Ciccone, on art direction for the show, which ran from April 13, 1990 to August 5, 1990.
The Girlie Show – $72,000,000
After facing public backlash against the album “Erotica” and the book “Sex”, Madonna embarked on a world tour in 1993. She again enlisted the help of her brother, Christopher, to design and direct the show. In the early stages, the founder of the Ray of Light Foundation also sought advice from the late singer, dancer and actor Gene Kelly by asking him to watch the show.
Drowned World Tour – $75,000,000
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After The Girlie Show ended on December 19, 1993, the “4 Minutes” hitmaker took a few years off to tour. During this time, he released three albums, had two children, and appeared in various Hollywood projects, including “Evita.” He finally returned to tour with this show in 2001, giving audiences a glimpse of his artistic evolution in recent years.
Reinvention Tour – $124,790,787
After many fans begged for more past material following the closing of Underwater World on September 15, 2001, Madonna granted their wish three years later during this tour. Re-Invention saw the mother of six promoting her “American Life” album, which was a prominent feature during the May 24, 2004 – September 14, 2004 tour dates.
Rebel Heart Tour – $169,804,336
The tour features a number of past hits, including some that Madonna hasn’t performed in a while. Tracks like “Burning Up,” “True Blue” and “Deeper and Deeper” were crowd-pleasing surprises.
The title track, “Rebel Heart,” creates a strong connection between the performer and his fans, conveying a sense of warmth and intimacy throughout the performance. The airing date is from September 9, 2015 to March 20, 2016.
Confession Tour – $194,754,447
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The tour, which comes on the heels of his “Confessions on a Dance Floor” album, marks the “Filth and Wisdom” director’s triumphant return to the dance floor. He breathes new life into his tracks while paying homage to the classics, offering an unforgettable experience featuring an incredible live version of “Erotica” and a mash-up of “Disco Inferno” with his 2000 hit “Music.”
MDNA Tour – $305,158,362
Madonna’s “MDNA Tour” marked her return with the release of the self-titled album after a four-year hiatus. Fans are eagerly anticipating this tour, which cleverly references his past work and features an updated version of Gaultier’s iconic cone bra. The Golden Globe Award winner’s performance also included moments where she stripped down to her underwear, showcasing her enduring ability to push boundaries.
Sticky & Sweet Tour – $411,000,000
Despite her personal challenges, Madonna maintained a sense of fun and a strong connection with her audience throughout the show, which ran from August 23, 2008 to September 2, 2009. She performed a medley of her classic hits along with a new song from her “Hard”. Candy album. The tour turned out to be a huge success and became the highest-grossing solo tour for a female artist.
Celebration Tour – TBD
Expected to run from October 14, 2023 to April 24, 2024, the tour is estimated to increase Madonna’s net worth significantly, with earnings expected to exceed $100 million. This revenue will be generated from 41 shows in North America and 20 shows in Europe. Amazingly, the tour proved popular from the start, selling 600,000 tickets on the first on-sale date and boasting 35 sold-out shows.
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