PARIS — Céline Dion announced a 10-night residency at the 40,000-capacity Paris La Défense Arena in September and October, marking her return to the stage. The singer announced her comeback shows via a message on her Instagram page on her 58th birthday.

"I'm so ready to do this," Dion said. "I'm feeling good, I'm strong, I'm feeling excited, obviously, [and] of course, a little nervous."

Dion has not performed live since a show in Newark, New Jersey on March 8, 2020, when the Courage tour was cut short by the Covid-19 pandemic. She was later diagnosed with Stiff Person Syndrome in December 2022 and was forced to cancel all future shows after her diagnosis.

The performances will take place on Saturday, September 12; Wednesday, September 16; Saturday, September 19; Wednesday, September 23; Saturday, September 26; Wednesday, September 30; Saturday, October 3; Wednesday, October 7; Saturday, October 10; and Wednesday, October 14, all at La Défense Arena in Paris. The concert dates are scheduled with several days between each date.

"I have to tell you something very important: Over these last few years, every day that's gone by, I felt your prayers and support, your kindness and love," she said.

The comeback plans were initially leaked by a French-Canadian newspaper last week. Posters teasing Dion's return appeared around Paris, and on Monday night shortly after 8pm GMT, the Eiffel Tower was illuminated with the message "Paris, je suis prête." She recorded a French version of the video message announcing the tour, which was played over loudspeakers as the Eiffel Tower was illuminated by purple lights.

Fans heard a playlist of songs during the Eiffel Tower illumination, with "Hymne à l'Amour" as the first song played. The playlist also included "I'm Alive," "Encore un soir," and "My Heart Will Go On."

Tickets for the residency will go on sale from April 7. Fans can register interest on her official website from Tuesday, March 31.

Stiff Person Syndrome is a neurological disease caused by signals from the nerves to the muscles not working properly. The syndrome causes muscle spasms and can affect mobility, and there is no known cure. The syndrome affects an estimated 8,000 people worldwide.