Naples, 2 Jul (Xinhua) -- The 30th Summer Universiade will open on 3 July, and the mystery of the opening ceremony will be gradually unveiled. The organizing committee introduced on the 2nd, Italian tenor Andre Bocelli will appear at the opening ceremony.
According to reports, 1500 actors will participate in the performance to welcome 6000 athletes from 118 countries and regions.
Creative Director Marco Balic has been involved in the opening and closing ceremonies of several Olympic Games, including the 2006 Winter Olympics in Turin and the 2016 Rio Olympics.
"After Turin [the Winter Olympics], I can participate in the opening ceremony of a sporting event in Italy again." Ballich said, "I will strive to live up to the trust of the International Federation of Sports federations and the organizing committee, and strive to leave unforgettable memories for the event." ”
Artistic Director Lidia Castelli's concept for the setting comes from the letter "U", an abbreviation for the Universiade. A big "U" will appear in the Stadio San Paolo, the home of The Napoli in Serie A, like a big hug, reaching out to all universiade athletes. The "U" also represents Universality, the Union of Sports and Culture, which is emphasized at the Universiade.
A special guest will be greeted by and to behold, Andre Bocelli, the world-famous tenor who was once hailed as Pavarotti's successor. In addition, singer Marika Ayan and Italian icon and University Paralympic champion Babe Vio will also appear at the opening ceremony.
Cultural elements will also play an important role in the opening ceremony, among which the "Diver" mural in Paestum, Italy, represents the fusion of modern and historical, sports and culture. (End)
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