Ethan Slater is bubbling with excitement as Ariana Grande prepares for her new Eternal Sunshine tour. The Broadway star, known for his role in SpongeBob: The Musical, shared his enthusiasm in a recent interview, praising Grande’s talent and stage presence.

“I’m so excited to see it,” Slater said. “She’s an incredible performer and the music is so good. It’s really cool that it’s going to be performed live. I would be thrilled to see it.” He even confessed to watching Grande’s SNL performance of We Can’t Be Friends on repeat, calling it “unbelievable” and noting the energy she brings to every performance.

Slater also teased the possibility of a duet with Cher on the tour, describing it as the “perfect pairing” and highlighting the natural alignment between the two iconic performers. His excitement is palpable, making it clear that he’s counting down the days until the tour kicks off.

Beyond his thoughts on Ariana Grande, Slater reflected on the end of Wicked’s run at Lincoln Center, a production that has been a significant part of his life since childhood. “To have our final stop for Wicked for Good here… it feels really special,” he said. Slater shared that cast traditions include laughter and camaraderie before every performance, adding that mutual respect and fun keep the cast close even during intense weeks of filming or performing.

Ethan Slater’s love for live performance and his admiration for Grande promise an exciting season for theater and music fans alike.