Celine Dion has returned to the stage with a residency in Paris following a multi-year hiatus due to illness. The French-Canadian singer, 58, arrived in France ahead of the opening concerts scheduled to begin in nine days at the Paris La Defense Arena. This marks her first full series of live performances since being diagnosed with Stiff Person Syndrome in 2022, a rare neurological disorder that affects muscle stiffness and movement.

In preparation for the residency, Dion was seen dancing after leaving her hotel in the French capital before heading to rehearsals. Her team is taking extensive measures to make the occasion special, highlighting the significance of her return to performing live.

Coinciding with the residency, Dion’s 1995 live album, Live à Paris, is being reissued on vinyl for the first time. The album was originally recorded at Le Zenith in front of an audience of approximately 6,000 fans. The new vinyl edition includes an eight-page booklet featuring song lyrics and photographs from the concert, commemorating the 30th anniversary of the album’s release.

Dion’s return to the stage has been highly anticipated by fans and music industry observers alike, as she continues to recover from the physical challenges posed by her condition. The residency in Paris is expected to attract large audiences, reaffirming her enduring popularity and vocal prowess.