I Attended Katy Perry's Hometown Concert as a Klub 143 VIP — Here's What It's Like

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17-07-2025

I Attended Katy Perry's Hometown Concert as a Klub 143 VIP — Here's What It's Like originally appeared on Parade.
is 40 and thriving, and boy does she know how to throw a party in her hometown while on The Lifetimes Tour.
As a guest at Klub 143, the tour's VIP experience, the evening began with a special reception thrown by SUPER that included De Soi (Perry's very own non-alcoholic aperitifs), light bites and — for the California girls — Cali's very own McConnell's Fine Ice Creams, which served up their special Perry-themed scoops of "Baby, You're a Firework."
After some special photo opps with Perry's signature butterfly from her latest 143 album, I was treated to a special backstage tour to experience what it's like to actually be the "Dark Horse" singer for a split second during showtime. We even got to run Perry's quick route to the stage and learned how she navigates those challenging costume changes.
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For the actual concert, at approximately 8:50 p.m., Perry rose from beneath the stage dressed like her own version of Wonder Woman and shot up into the air twirling around to "Artificial" before gravity pulled her back down to the ground for "Chained to the Rhythm."
In true Perry fashion, there was no shortage of colorful lights, laser beams, crazy costumes and fan interactions. At one point, Perry stole a fan's cell phone and began capturing footage around the stage.
"Congratulations, sweetheart! That's three days of content," she said as she tried to locate the phone's rightful owner in the crowd.
But the night was extra special for the California native, who opened up about her early days trying to make it in the industry in Los Angeles.
"My home for nearly 23 years!" Perry said, adding it was her first time ever playing the Forum. "You know it's gonna be a good show!"
While this was not Taylor Swift's Eras Tour, Perry did celebrate some of her own eras, including some of her biggest female anthems in one set. "Woman's World" and "California Gurls" got the crowd jumping up and down as Perry occasionally flew through the air and twirled in a cage. She also jumped on top of a giant flower for "Hot N Cold."
While most of the evening was upbeat with some of her biggest hits like "Last Friday Night (T.G.I.F.)" and "I Kissed a Girl," she took a moment to address her personal life — without naming names.
'You guys want me to sing 'Not Like the Movies' at this time in my life?' she asked the crowd, appearing to reference her recent split from fiancé Orlando Bloom.
Perry was previously married to Russell Brand, whom she told the crowd she wrote the song after, calling it "my first divorce." She admitted she was going to try to sing it and not cry, even though it was only a week before her period.
After making it through the clearly emotional ballad, Perry couldn't help but thank her parents for all they've done for her. Reminiscing on stories from when her debit card declined at Chateau Marmont after friends suggested splitting the bill when Perry had a side salad and water, she thanked them for always covering her overdraft fees and brought her dad on stage.
"Dad! You're on stage! I think for the very first time ever with me, right?" Perry said holding her father's hand alongside other fans she brought up. Her parents were seated in a private section alongside Lance Bass and his husband, Michael Turchin.
While her mother stayed back for the special moment, Perry made it a point to bring her up during "All the Love," a song she wrote for her daughter, Daisy Dove Bloom, who turns 5 in August.
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"I became a mother five years ago, and it was the best decision of my life," Perry said, adding that her daughter was hopefully sleeping.
Perry did not miss a beat on the dance floor, even taking the guitar for "Teary Eyes."
In true fashion, though, the best was saved for last, with Perry fighting off all the bad guys during "E.T." and "Rise" before a quick outfit change to hop on a butterfly for "Roar." As confetti and streamers rained during "Firework," it was clear Perry was happy to be home, playing the city she called her favorite.
If you are a die-hard fan, the Klub 143 experience is a must. For approximately $1,069 a ticket, you'll be so close to the singer you could actually catch a drop of sweat. With a private bar and special floor access, Perry's presence really is hypnotizing during the two-hour show that consists of 24 of her best songs.
I Attended Katy Perry's Hometown Concert as a Klub 143 VIP — Here's What It's Like first appeared on Parade on Jul 17, 2025
This story was originally reported by Parade on Jul 17, 2025, where it first appeared.
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