Taylor Swift reassembles a band for Academy Museum Gala set
Variety says Swift's four-song set was her first full-production live performance since the Eras Tour, and it included the live debut of "The Fate of Ophelia."
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Taylor Swift got the band back together. Sort of.
Per Variety, Swift reassembled a band for her first full-production live performance since the Eras Tour, playing four numbers at the Academy Museum Gala on Saturday night, Oct. 17.
The setlist
Gold Derby reports that Conan O'Brien introduced Swift, who closed the night with an intimate four-song set that included "Blank Space," "The Fate of Ophelia," "I Knew It, I Knew You" and "Love Story."
Billboard and Gold Derby both note it was the first time "The Fate of Ophelia" was performed live.
Oscar season, anyone?
Billboard reports Swift attended as both performer and prospective Oscar nominee. Her Toy Story 5 soundtrack track "I Knew It, I Knew You" has been generating best original song buzz in recent months, per the outlet. Billboard says she wore a pale blue gown on the red carpet.
The gala honored Charlize Theron, Colman Domingo and filmmaker-composer John Carpenter, according to Billboard. Press Pass LA reported that the evening raised more than $14 million.
Sources
- Musicians at the Movies: Stars on the 2026 Academy Museum Gala’s Red Carpet Billboard
- Academy Museum Gala 2026: Taylor Swift Performs, More Than $14 Million Raised Press Pass LA
- Taylor Swift Performs ‘The Fate of Ophelia’ Live for First Time at 2026 Academy Museum Gala billboard.com
- Taylor Swift performs at Academy Museum gala honoring Charlize Theron goldderby.com
- Taylor Swift Fires Up Academy Gala With Four Songs in Her First Band Performance Since the Eras Tour variety.com
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