On October 10th, Barcelona will become the center of the world’s attention with the celebration of the “Barcelona far al món” ceremony , which will mark a key moment in the Louis Vuitton 37th America’s Cup. This spectacle, loaded with symbolism, art and technology, is a project of the Llegat de l’America’s Cup and is supported by the America’s Cup Event and the Fundació Barcelona Capital Nàutica. In addition, this event stands out for being the first time in the history of the competition that a ceremony of this type is held, becoming a legacy that will last in future editions.
A multidisciplinary event of great magnitude
The ceremony, which will take place at the Mar Bella breakwater, will be a multidisciplinary show in which performing arts, culture and technology will converge. Directed by the renowned set designer Hansel Cereza, the event will highlight the emerging and consolidated talent of the Catalan territory. The soundtrack, composed by the famous Albert Guinovart and performed by the Orquestra i Cor del Gran Teatre del Liceu, will be a central axis of the show, which will culminate with the world premiere of the anthem “Barcelona Far al Món”. The show will also feature the participation of new talents, such as the soprano Sara Blanch, who has just made her debut at La Scala in Milan, and the versatile Arnau Tordera, singer and composer of the group Obeses, who will perform the hymn in an emotional duet. They will be joined by the young actress Asia Ortega, whose outstanding career in film and television will play a crucial role in the play.
An epic setting for an unforgettable event
The Bogatell beach will be the natural stage for this show, while the Mar Bella breakwater will become a large outdoor stage. The event will not only stand out for its impressive staging, but also for the use of advanced technology that will merge the real and the virtual in harmony. The ceremony will include a monumental structure symbolizing a lighthouse, transformed by a team of choreographed “sculptors” to the rhythm of the music, under a costume design created by renowned designer Txell Miras. One of the most anticipated moments will be the appearance of a thousand drones, which will fill the sky of the lighthouse.This 40-minute display will set a national record and symbolize the central message of the show: Barcelona as a beacon of cultures and people.
A cultural legacy for the world
The “Barcelona far al món” ceremony is not just a show, but a celebration that highlights the strength of teamwork and the transformative power of art and technology. With the participation of the Castellers de Vilafranca, it will pay tribute to the values of union and strategy, key to both the regatta and Catalan culture. This event, designed to highlight emerging talent alongside established figures, places Barcelona as a world reference in the fusion of art, sport and technology. A legacy that will undoubtedly leave a mark on the history of the city and the America’s Cup.
