Overview

• The performance took place during the July 12 matinee curtain call at the Hollywood Pantages Theatre and saw Diamond emerge from the orchestra section.
• The moment marked his first live rendition of the song at a tour stop since his 2018 retirement due to a Parkinson’s diagnosis.
• Fans and castmates rose to their feet and captured the surprise on the musical’s verified Instagram account under the caption “A moment we’ll never forget.”
• Lead actor Nick Fradiani introduced Diamond from the stage and later shared backstage photos, calling the visit the fulfillment of a two-year anticipation.
• The national tour of A Beautiful Noise runs through July 27 at the Pantages before heading to additional cities.