Taylor Swift's Eras Tour Returns: How Did She Change the Show For Europe?

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Taylor Swift is back with more Eras Tour shows and some big changes.

As the European leg of the tour officially kicks off, Swift has added some new components to the show. Starting in Paris, the "Fortnight" singer has made some changes, both big and small, to the massive production, including new costumes, cut songs, and more.

With the first show officially completed, see the new additions to the tour that have already been revealed. More updates to this list will be added as they arrive.

New Light-Up Bracelets

As fans arrived at the stadium, they were greeted with updated light-up bracelets. With a bigger attachment for brighter lights, the souvenir is similar to what was handed out to fans during the Los Angeles performances, when the show was filmed for its eventual cinema and Disney+ release.

May 9 Performance in Paris Filmed

The May 9 performance was also filmed. As the audience arrived at the stadium, large posters revealed that they would be on camera. It is unclear if the recording is intended for a future wide release.


Paramore Returns

Before Swift took the stage, Paramore returned as the opening act. They joined the Eras Tour for its opening night in 2023 and performed some of their greatest hits, like "Ain't It Fun," "That's What You Get," and "This Is Why." They also performed their cover of the Talking Heads' "Burning Down the House."

Updated Concert Intro

The Tortured Poets Department has been added to the intro while Swift sings through all of her past eras. A section of "The Alchemy" where she sings "What if I told you I'm back?" can be heard after 1989 and before Red.

New Lover Era Costumes

During the opening number, Swift debuted a new costume. The Lover era bodysuit is now a fiery orange, with some purple stitching throughout. The first costume of the show changes frequently, with Swift swapping out different iterations of the look for various shows.

The "Cruel Summer" singer went on to wear a new blazer during "The Man" and "You Need to Calm Down" to compliment the newly-added costume. While past jackets have been gray, black, and pink, the new jacket is orange.

Lover Era Shortened

"The Archer" has been cut from the Lover era. The album's section of the concert now ends after Swift sings the title track. The Fearless era now features a new costume. The updates costume is similar to what she has worn in the past, but is now silver instead of gold. She is also sporting a black pair of boots.

Red Era Replaces Evermore

The Red era now follows Fearless, replacing Evermore. It is unclear if the Evermore section will still occur during the performance. During the Red era, Swift wore a shirt that says "This Is Not Taylor's Version." This is a new costume, previous iterations say "Not a Lot Going on at the Moment" and "Who Is Taylor Swift Anyway? Ew."

Before starting "All Too Well," Swift teased that more surprises will be occurring throughout the show. She told fans that their love and enthusiasm "makes us want to show you all kinds of fun surprises."

'Reputation' Era Swapped With 'Speak Now'

The Reputation era was not performed in its usual place. Red is now followed by Speak Now. The Eras are now being performed in the order that the re-recorded "Taylor's Version" albums were released. Reputation is now performed after Speak Now in the same outfit that she has worn throughout the tour.

Speak Now Era Adjusted

Swift debuted a new dress for the speak now era, performing "Enchanted" in a white dress, as opposed to the typical purple dresses she has been sporting. The era began with a new intro and background footage.

Folklore and Evermore Are Combined

Taylor Swift has announced that they have "reunited the sisters" and combined "them into one chapter." The new section of the concert now follows Reputation. Complete with new transition visuals that show stars ascending into the sky, the era begins with "Cardigan," which was usually the final song in the Folklore section. This cuts "The 1," which usually opened the section. As Swift rides out on the iconic Folklore house, she is sporting a new yellow dress.

The combined Folklore and Evermore section now includes "Cardigan," "Betty," "Champagne Problems," "August," "Illicit Affairs," "My Tears Ricochet," "Majorie," and "Willow."

New 1989 Costume

Swift debuted a new costume for the 1989 era. She was listed onto the stage for "Style" wearing a new purple top and green skirt, reminiscent of The Little Mermaid.

"Style" was shortened to just one verse and chorus, immediately leading into "Blank Space."

The Tortured Poets Department Makes Its Debut

Swift added in a complete section for her new album, The Tortured Poets Department. Complete with new choreography, stunning visuals, and new set pieces, the era adds on seven new songs to the setlist.

New Acoustic Set Costume With Surprise Songs

The acoustic set featured a brand-new costume, a pink and red dress that slightly differs from the usual look. The acoustic set on May 9 featured "Paris" from Midnights on guitar and "loml" from The Tortured Poets Department on piano.

New Midnights Costume

While Swift has used several different Midnights costumes throughout the run of the concert, she debuted yet another new look for her first Paris concert. The blue leotard is a slight adjustment to the usual outfit.

New Costumes For the Eras Tour

Swift has debuted a new shirt for the Red era, reading "I Bet You Think About Me," the title of a "Vault Track" from "Taylor's Version" of the album.

During the combined Folklore and Evermore set, Taylor Swift debuted a new dark pink dress.

The 1989 set featured a new costume on May 10, with an orange top and purple skirt. Swift also sported some mis-matched yellow and silver boots.

For "I Can Do It With a Broken Heart" in the Tortured Poets Department section, Swift debuted a new all-white look.

During the acoustic set on May 10, Swift put on a never-before-seen blue dress. She performed a mashup of "Is It Over Now?" and "Out of the Woods" on the guitar and "My Boy Only Breaks His Favorite Toys" on piano.

Songs Taylor Swift Cut From the Eras Tour

"The Archer" was cut from the Lover era.

"Long Live" was cut from the Speak Now Era.

"The 1" and "The Last Great American Dynasty" have been cut from opening the Folklore era.

"'Tis the Damn Season" and "Tolerate It" have been cut from the Evermore era.

Swift will bring the Eras Tour to several European countries this summer, including Sweden, France, Netherlands, Switzerland, Germany, Poland, Austria, and more. She then returns to the United States and Canada later this year.

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