In recent days there has been a flurry of news about Semi-Final 1 of Eurovision 2022. From the news that Diodato will finally get his moment on the ESC stage during a special interval to the big reveal that a DJ set will feature Dardust, Benny Benassi and Sophie & The Giants, it’s clear that Italy’s RAI is going big.

We can now exclusively reveal that producers are planning a unique opening that involves drone choreography and a spectacular light display.

During the recent pre-party season, we met with a series of people connected to the production in Italy. One exciting piece of info is that Eurovision will open with a drone flying inside Pala Olimpico. At some point it will make contact with a laser beam, which will then multiply to create a musical instrument. We’re not sure what that musical instrument will be, but given that laser beams look like strings, you can narrow it down to something like a violin, harp or guitar. The drone will then “play” whatever instrument is formed. 

Our sources tell us that after this segment we will go on some kind of magical journey involving both human dancers and a fantastic light show that carries us through Turin and beyond the Earth. Who knows: Maybe we’ll see some of the sights Sam Ryder sings about in SPACE MAN? We anticipate stars, planets and maybe even some black holes. 

Given that the opening of this semi-final is indeed the opening of Eurovision 2022, producers will no doubt make the most of the giant sun that’s built into the centre of the stage. 

Drones have become a favourite tool of large-scale events in recent years. The Opening Ceremony of the 2020 Olympic Games in Tokyo last summer included a fleet of 1,824 drones that formed a series of geometrical shapes before turning into the blue-and-white emblem of the Games.

Ahead of the recent Super Bowl in Los Angeles, the NFL treated visitors to a drone show over the LA skies. Formations included the Lombardi trophy — which the winning team receives after the game each year — and a footballer making a pass. 

Are you excited to see drones in action on the Eurovision stage? What instrument do you anticipate the laser beams forming? Let us know in the comments box below!

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Alfie12
Alfie12
1 year ago

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Serbia’s entry is posting RuZZian propaganda! They must go now!

Glam
Glam
1 year ago
Reply to  Alfie12

The letter Z doesn’t automatically mean Russian propaganda…

Boreal
Boreal
1 year ago

Ronela helicopter helicopter

Alex
Alex
1 year ago

This will be one of the most technologically advanced editions in Eurovision history.

Ellie
Ellie
1 year ago

And I hope we get to see other 2020 artists included in some way in future contests.

Roo
Roo
1 year ago
Reply to  Ellie

Most of them appeared in the 2021 edition

Jay
Jay
1 year ago

He has a terrible voice!

Jonas
Jonas
1 year ago
Reply to  Jay

I wish more people had a terrible voice like his.

Flavia
Flavia
1 year ago
Reply to  Jay

I dread to hear yours then

Europotato
Europotato
1 year ago
Reply to  Jay

Stop Trollin

JCM
JCM
1 year ago

Off toppic: Listen to the amazing ans immeasurable talent of Maro (Portugal 2022)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dgl7Ly6ZSqk

Flavia
Flavia
1 year ago
Reply to  JCM

no <3

James
James
1 year ago
Reply to  Flavia

Yes.

jmfpds
jmfpds
1 year ago

Not related but did you guys heard the version of Hold Me Close by Sheldon Riley? My jaw dropped

Ema
Ema
1 year ago

Will Maneskin perform in Turin?

Vincenzo
Vincenzo
1 year ago
Reply to  Ema

Of course. Hope they will perform in both semifinal 1 and grand final.

Ellie
Ellie
1 year ago
Reply to  Ema

They confirmed they would in an interview in February. It would be nice for everyone if they or Eurovision would officially announce it because the faux suspense is unnecessary.

Yannis
Yannis
1 year ago

Potential “Dark Horses” this year:

  1. Israel – The performance could make it shine! I don’t think I’ve heard a song like that in eurovision till now! soo original and I love the “in your face” message.
  2. Australia – poweful ballad that with a good staging can be amazing! he is wonderful singer and I love the vibe of the song.
  3. Cyprus – lovely song, could be top 10.
PP77
PP77
1 year ago
Reply to  Yannis

Israel 2022, same result like Montenegro 2017.
Australia, Cyprus both in final, Australia From 8-12 th place, Cyprus 12-16 place in final

Flavia
Flavia
1 year ago
Reply to  Yannis

Israel!? LMFAO