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We simply wish to witness Sara Bareilles embracing courage, and indeed she is! The acclaimed singer-songwriter, aged 46, has revealed her intention to resume touring after an absence of almost ten years. Furthermore, Sara is set to release a documentary chronicling her journey toward the Good Grief Tour, alongside a brand-new album. The film is scheduled to debut at the 2026 Tribeca Film Festival.
In an Instagram announcement on June 3, 2026, Sara confirmed her return to the road, stating it would be “after 7 long years and what feels like several lifetimes.”
“We are embarking on the GOOD GRIEF TOUR!” she declared in her post. “I am a transformed individual since my last time on tour… thus, I am meticulously crafting this live presentation to mirror this evolution. I’ve selected my preferred, intimate performance venues to facilitate closer connection, allowing me to see, hear, converse, and share moments of joy with you. My aim is to share my narrative – the tale of my sorrow, but equally my elation, my profound affection, and my optimism, alongside my companions… and we are orchestrating an evening I trust will be unforgettable.”
Sara elaborated further in her caption: “Bring your most authentic, vulnerable selves, though I suspect you’ll still need to secure them in those transparent plastic baggies, as luxuries seem to elude us these days. 😉 By joining us, you will also be lending your support to remarkable mental health organizations that are performing life-saving work daily. The burdens we carry these days are immense. Let us navigate them together. With deepest affection and appreciation.”
Below, Hollywood Life presents the most current details regarding Sara’s forthcoming album, tour, and documentary.
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When Does Sara Bareilles’ Good Grief Tour Commence?
Sara is slated to officially commence her Good Grief Tour on September 9, 2026, in Boston! Following this initial stop, she plans to visit prominent cities such as Washington, D.C., New York City, Philadelphia, Cincinnati, Minneapolis, Austin, Los Angeles, and others.
Details Regarding Sara Bareilles’ New Album
The album titled Good Grief is scheduled for release on August 28, and Sara has characterized it as a “love letter to the most challenging period of [her] existence.”
“I am profoundly thankful to every loving soul who bore the weight of this time alongside me, and for me, when I was unable to carry it myself,” the Grammy Award recipient shared in an Instagram post on June 3. “And to all of you… my gratitude for your patience. I embody more of my intended self because of this deeply tender, profoundly soulful, truly good grief.”
What is Sara Bareilles’ Good Grief Documentary About?
The documentary, also bearing the title Good Grief, chronicles Sara’s experience as she records her first album since the COVID-19 pandemic.
“In what unfolds as a warm and triumphant return to the recording studio, Bareilles channels the wisdom gained from grief, transforming it into captivating musical pieces,” a description of the film from Tribeca states.