Lady Gaga launched the first shows of her MAYHEM Ball tour in New York City, marking a notable return to live performance. The concerts featured a diverse setlist including songs such as "Aura," "Hair," "Heavy Metal Lover," "Marry The Night," and "Government Hooker." Throughout the shows, Gaga incorporated distinctive costume elements, including a denim jacket from her "Born This Way" album photoshoot and a Versace jacket from her previous Born This Way Ball tour. She also added red roses to her outfit during the third act of the performance. Backstage moments included Gaga signing her old Paramount staff ID card. The tour's homecoming show at Madison Square Garden drew attention from fellow artists, including Adam Lambert, who praised the performance. In a Q&A session on Dress To Impress, Gaga described the creation of "MAYHEM" as the happiest time in her life, highlighting her musical challenges and dedication to production quality. Billboard highlighted seven key moments from the homecoming show, underscoring the significance of Gaga's return to the stage.