The Formula 1 Heineken Silver Las Vegas Grand Prix, in partnership with the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA), reveals the star-studded lineup for the inaugural 2023 Grand Prix opening ceremony on November 15. This remarkable event features performances by renowned artists such as Andra Day, J Balvin, Keith Urban, Swedish House Mafia, and more. With an expected live audience of 30,000 attendees, the ceremony kicks off with a celebration of Formula 1’s arrival in Las Vegas and pays homage to the city’s rich entertainment history. ESPN2 will broadcast the ceremony nationally, while it streams globally on the F1 YouTube channel.
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Major spectacle
The F1 in Las Vegas promises to be a major sporting spectacle and further solidifies Las Vegas as the Sports and Entertainment Capital of the World. The opening ceremony, set against the iconic Las Vegas Strip, blends the spirit of the city with Formula 1’s international allure. It boasts a diverse lineup of beloved musical superstars, creating a memorable start to the race week festivities.
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With dancers and chart-toppers performing on high-tech LED stages, complemented by lighting, lasers, fireworks, and a drone show, the starting grid transforms into an awe-inspiring visual spectacle for this one-of-a-kind event. Entertainment visionary Brian Burke, architecture firm Stufish Entertainment Architects, and Lighting and Set Designer Tom Sutherland have joined forces to craft this cutting-edge production.
All 20 participating F1 drivers will be in attendance alongside iconic names in the music industry, includingAndra Day, Bishop Briggs, J Balvin, Journey, Keith Urban, Steve Aoki, Swedish House Mafia, Thirty Seconds to Mars, and will.i.am, plus appearances by Blue Man Group and Cirque du Soleil.
Opening ceremony
“For the first-ever Formula 1 Heineken Silver Las Vegas Grand Prix it was important for us to create an opening ceremony that balances the spirit of Las Vegas with the global excitement that Formula 1 and these incredible drivers bring to each host city,” said Renee Wilm, Las Vegas Grand Prix, Inc. CEO. “We are proud to be able to work with the very best in the entertainment production space to offer one of the most diverse lineups of beloved musical superstars, which will officially launch the race week festivities.”
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All 20 participating F1 drivers will be in attendance alongside iconic names in the music industry, includingAndra Day, Bishop Briggs, J Balvin, Journey, Keith Urban, Steve Aoki, Swedish House Mafia, Thirty Seconds to Mars, and will.i.am, plus appearances by Blue Man Group and Cirque du Soleil.
“As the Sports and Entertainment Capital of the World, it is only fitting that we kick off the inaugural Las Vegas Grand Prix with an incredible lineup of world-renowned music and athletic talent,” said Steve Hill, President, and CEO of the LVCVA. “We are proud to partner with Formula 1 to give the fans in the audience and viewers around the world an unforgettable start to a truly momentous weekend in Las Vegas.”
The extraordinary roster of artists spans various music genres, holding prestigious awards like Academy Awards, Golden Globes, GRAMMY Awards, Emmy Awards, and Billboard Music Awards. Limited tickets are available at www.f1lasvegasgp.com, offering fans a chance to be part of this historic evening. Don’t miss this unique blend of motorsport and music entertainment.
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