The Opening Ceremony of the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris is highly anticipated for its originality and potential to set a new standard in Olympic openings, as something never before seen is expected.
It has been confirmed that Mike Tirico has been chosen as the host of the ceremony for the fourth time and he will be joined by the Grammy-winning singer Kelly Clarkson and NFL Hall of Famer Peyton Manning.
The countdown has already begun, and only hours remain until it finally takes place, so it’s time to know all the necessary details to stream the opening in the United States. Here, check out what you need to know…
How and when to watch the Olympics Ceremony 2024
The Olympics are already here and one of the most anticipated parts of the event is the opening ceremony for the Paris Summer Games, which will begin at 7:30 PM local time (1:30 PM ET) next Friday, July 26.
The ceremony will be broadcast in the United States via cable and streaming. It will be available for streaming through NBC and Peacock. Undoubtedly, we can expect the Olympic opening to be something never before seen.
The first boats will depart from the Austerlitz Bridge, and for the first time in history, the event will take place outside the stadium, with athletes parading on boats along the Seine River through the city.
Who will carry out the Olympics Opening Ceremony?
Thomas Jolly, a French theater director and actor, will be the one directing the opening ceremony, which will showcase all the cultures of his native country. During a discussion about the event with AP, the renowned star stated:
“ I was overwhelmed at first. I wondered how I could create a show where everyone can feel represented as part of this great union. This responsibility was ambitious, complex, but magnificent for an artist “.
Artists to perform at the Olympics Opening Ceremony
The stars who will perform remain a great unknown. However, NBC reported that Céline Dion and Lady Gaga have recently arrived in Paris, fueling speculation about their possible performance at the ceremony.
The French newspaper Le Parisien reported that the rumors linking Dion might be true, as she is Québécois and often sings in French, suggesting she might perform “L’Hymne à l’amour” by Édith Piaf at the event.
The show would mark her first live performance since being diagnosed with Stiff-Person Syndrome in 2022. If the theories prove to be true, her performance could be one of the most emotional moments of the show.