Song Contest: Basel Now with Eurovision Village
Shortly before the start of the Eurovision Song Contest (ESC), the accompanying program was opened on Saturday in Basel with the Eurovision Village. The President of the Basel government, Conradin Cramer, cut the opening ribbon. Among those present was the ESC mascot Lumo. "This will be magnificent," said Cramer. It is great what will take place here.
Conchita Wurst in the Eurovision Village
The week-long festival takes place in Hall 1 of the Messe Basel. The Eurovision Village features public viewings, concerts, and parties. And in the middle of the Village, a 32-meter-long "Lovecloud" made of balloons can be seen, which transforms into a work of art through projections.
A total of 40 stage performances are planned. Remo Forrer, Anna Rossinelli, Luca Hänni will perform, as well as the German musician Michael Schulte and the Austrian ESC star Conchita Wurst. Current ESC delegations will also be seen on stage. Entry to the Eurovision Village is free, but there are entry controls - and carrying bags is not allowed for security reasons.
Concerts and Sound Installation
Also on Saturday, concerts started in Basel on the Eurovision Square at Barfüsserplatz and on the city's ten street music stages. In the event hall of the Messe, the paid Euro Club also takes place. Former ESC acts will also perform there.
In addition, during the ESC week, the walk-in sound installation "Lightning Symphony" by artist Claudia Comte can be experienced at Messeplatz. It is a 52-meter-long inflatable sculpture.
Countdown for ESC in Basel is on
The ESC will be opened on Sunday with a grand parade of the 37 delegations through the city center. The final will take place on May 17.
(APA/Red)
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