Sabrina Carpenter brought her dazzling Short n’ Sweet Tour to Madison Square Garden on Sept. 29, delivering an electric show to celebrate her new album.

Released on Aug. 23, Carpenter’s “Short n’ Sweet” album represents a pivotal moment in her career. Blending pop with elements of country, disco, rock and R&B, the songs reflect her personal experiences with love and dating. 

The show embraced the tour’s retro vibe, inspired by 1950s and 1960s variety shows, but with a fun, modern twist. Each song on the setlist was paired with nostalgic stage setups and flirty costumes. Between songs, Carpenter’s humor and pre-recorded commercials reinforced the playful, TV-show theme, making the concert feel like a multi-dimensional experience. 

“When the curtain dropped, I felt like I went into Sabrina’s world,” senior concert-attendee Hayley Ross said. “Every part of the stage imitated a house where each room was designated to a song on her album to show the mood visually.” 

Praised for its catchy, confident tracks, “Short n’ Sweet” became Carpenter’s first number one and platinum-certified album. With hit singles like “Espresso” and “Please Please Please” dominating the charts, the album solidified her presence on the pop scene. This being her first arena tour, it had fans eagerly waiting for what Carpenter would bring to the stage. 

The whole night was an unforgettable experience of a lifetime. “The Short and Sweet Tour was a once-in-a-lifetime experience,” said Sami Schachter, an RHS junior who attended the concert. “I loved how I was able to sing and bond with other people who also share love for her music.”