Katy Perry Praises Fan’s Artwork at ‘Lifetimes Tour’ Film Screening

LOS ANGELES — Katy Perry praised a fan’s handmade artwork after meeting her at a screening of her new concert film, Katy Perry: The Lifetimes Tour – Live from Paris, in Los Angeles on Aug. 26.

The fan, Clara Woods, presented Perry with a painted portrait of the singer at AMC The Grove. Woods’ brother, Davi Woods, explained that Clara has difficulty speaking, writing and reading because of a perinatal stroke. She uses art as a way to communicate and express herself.

Perry, 41, was visibly pleased with the gift. “This is amazing, this is so brilliant,” she told Woods before asking, “Can I put this in my office?” The singer then hugged her and spoke about their shared connection through “the language of music.”

Perry also appeared at the screening during the film’s final song, “Firework,” where she helped start a dance party in the theater.

The 132-minute concert film was recorded during two sold-out shows in Paris and documents Perry’s Lifetimes Tour. Following the screening, Perry took part in a live Q&A with Billboard host Tetris Kelly.

During the event, Perry also celebrated the 16th anniversary of her album Teenage Dream, which includes hits such as “California Gurls,” “Teenage Dream,” “E.T.” and “Last Friday Night (T.G.I.F.).”

Discussing her connection with audiences, Perry said she tries to make direct eye contact with fans during performances. She said those brief exchanges can create a powerful connection between performer and audience.

Perry also highlighted the communal experience of live music, saying concerts give people a chance to come together with strangers and share an experience outside their usual social circles.

Katy Perry: The Lifetimes Tour – Live from Paris will be released in theaters in 70 countries beginning Sept. 2, with special one-night screenings in IMAX cinemas across the United States.