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The Queen of Pop Madonna wrote History in Rio
On May 4, 2024 Madonna wrote history and showed why she is the "Queen of Pop" while more than 1,6 million fans attended her free concert on Copacabana Beach in Rio de Janeiro.
The free show in Rio was the grand finale of Madonna's Celebration world tour, which had started since October 2023 last year. The Celebration Tour was a reflection of Madonna's career, while performing hits like "Into the Groove," "Like a Prayer" and "Ray of Light." "Here we are, the most beautiful place in the world," Madonna mentioned at the beginning of the show, referring to the ocean and the mountains around her. "This is magic." Later, she expressed her gratitude for her Brazilian fans. "You have always been there for me," she said. "That flag: that green−and−yellow flag, I see it everywhere. I feel it in my heart." "Music" could also not be missed from the set list as music does bring people together. Madonna did add a samba vibe to the song with live drummers and a special guest, the Brazilian drag star Pabllo Vittar. "Live to Tell," was a tribute to victims of AIDS. For "Vogue," Madonna appeared in a sparkly dress in the colors of the Brazilian flag and was joined by the pop sensation Anitta, who was the guest "judge" of the night. The atmosphere at Copacabana Beach was like a World Cup event, street carnival and New Year's Eve celebration combined. Street vendors were everywhere offering shirts, hats, cups, barbecue snacks and caipirinhas. Fans were dressed up in Madonna outfits and were ready to party. The world tour and final show in Rio appeared to be a true Celebration and Madonna concluded her show with a remix of her 2009 track "Celebration." Madonna addressed the audience for a final time: "Thank you, Rio," adding "obrigada," the equivalent in Portuguese. She smiled and let go of a Brazilian flag, flipped a white veil over her head and descended beneath the stage.
Queen of Pop at Copacabana Beach on May 4, 2024
Madonna and Anitta, the Guest Judge of the Night
Madonna and Pabllo Vittar
Brazilian Fan was an Inspiration for Madonna
Brazilian Corset made by Jean−Paul Gaultier
The End of a Marvellous Show, "Obrigada Rio"
Last update: May 4, 2024
The Queen of Pop Madonna will perform a free show in Rio, Brazil, on May 4th 2024.
Copacabana Beach in Rio de Janeiro will host Madonna's Biggest Show Ever
On March 25, 2024 Madonna announced she will end her "Celebration Tour" with a historic free show in Rio, Brazil, on Saturday, May 4th at the majestic Copacabana Beach. The event will be her biggest gig yet and is expected to be an unforgettable concert in one of the world's most beautiful settings. The show will be free of charge as a thank you to her fans for celebrating more than four decades of her music over the course of the epic global run of the Celebration Tour. Marking her first show in Brazil since 20212, Madonna will make her return with Bob the Drag Queen, who has accompanied her throughout the Celebration Tour. The tour kicked off in London on October 15, 2023 and after 80 shows across Europe and North America the "Big Finale" is yet to come with a historic show at the Copacabana beach. No tickets are required for the event, entrance will be applied on a first come first serve basis the day of the event at Belmond Copacabana Palace Hotel. This unforgetable, one time event and world's biggest dancefloor will be broadcasted live on TV Globo. It promises to be a spectacular show combining the magic of music, the energy of the crowd, and the stunning backdrop of Rio de Janeiro. (Source: Madonna.com)
Production of Madonna's Historic Concert at Rio
Madonna's historic concert at Rio's Copacabana Beach on May 4 will be produced by "Bonus Track" in collaboration with her long−time promoter Arthur Fogel and legendary Brazilian producer and promoter Luiz Oscar Niemeyer, Live Nation officials have confirmed to Billboard. Fogel is one of the most accomplished concert and tour producers in the world and serves as the chairman of global touring at Live Nation, the world's largest concert promotion company. Fogel works with some of the world's biggest touring acts − a list that also includes Lady Gaga, U2, Beyoncé and Drake. Fogel will produce the concert on behalf of Madonna, while Niemeyer will work on behalf of the City of Rio and the various sponsors, including presenting sponsor Itau bank. The free Rio concert, which 'Visit Rio' officials said is forecasted to attract 2 million fans, will conclude the Queen of Pop's Celebration tour and cap off a career run that's netted more than $1.5 billion in ticket sales over a dozen global tours, according to figures reported to Billboard Boxscore through March 13, making her one of the highest grossing touring artists of all time. (source:billboard.com)
Madonna will reportedly film her final 'Celebration Tour' show in Rio de Janeiro for a new concert film set to hit streaming platforms.The show will air on local TV before being packaged with behind−the−scenes extras before dropping on streaming platforms. Jonas Akerlund is confirmed to be overseeing the broadcast.
Madonna Fever in Rio: Madonna arrived in Rio on Monday April 29, 2024
Madonna arrived with a private jet in Rio de Janeiro on Monday morning April 29, 2024. The queen of pop and her children are staying at the traditional Copacabana Palace hotel, which is located in front of the stage being set up for the Queen of Pop's live performance. The family is enjoying their stay in Rio and they were seen already on the balcony enjoying the incredible view of the marvelous city. The privacy of Madonna during her stay at the Palace Hotel has been a high priority. In order to protect the privacy during the leisure moments of Madonna and her team, fences were installed around the hotel's swimming pool, preventing external views. The Madonna family can enjoy the beautiful weather in Rio. In fact there is a heat wave hitting several Brazilian states, including Rio. The weather forecast indicates a maximum of 36 degrees Celsius on the day of the pop diva's performance. On the day of the show, no rain is expected and the minimum temperature should be 23 degrees Celsius. But water supplies will be available to fans queuing in the sun in order to see a glimpse of the "Queen of Pop".
Posters, Merchandise & Special Guest Diplo for the Rio Show
Madonna's Celebration Tour in Rio
Queen of Pop at Copacabana Beach
Copacabana beach is preparing to host one of the most anticipated shows of recent times. Madonna, aged 65, promises an unforgettable night on May 4th, starting at 9:45 pm, celebrating 40 years of career with "The Celebration Tour", marking the star's only stop in South America.Situated on one of the world's most famous beaches, it will provide the perfect setting for this memorable event. The event will also be an opportunity to highlight the cultural and touristic importance of Rio de Janeiro, showcasing to the world the beauty and diversity of this Marvelous City.
Exclusive Merchandise for Rio
Madonna Celebrating 40 Years of Career
On April 24, 2024 Madonna launched brand new exclusive and limited−edition merch items for pre-order at the official madonna.com store, including a 18×24 inches plate signed lithograph only available until May 11th (40 of them being hand–signed by Madonna and randomly included in some of the placed orders), a gold plated 'Celebration in Rio' rosary, Madonna branded jersey shirts and more! The Jersey is an iconic piece with tour logo and event date screen printed on the front and "Madonna 40" on the back.
DJ Diplo is the Opening Act
DJ Diplo will open the show on Copacabana
The American DJ Diplo was invited to open the show on May 4th at Copacabana beach where he will take the stage from 8pm to 9pm for a set curated with Brazilian music. Diplo already came to Brazil this year to perform at Lollapalooza and he is known for his admiration for Brazilian music. Three−time Grammy Awards winner, Diplo is known for being a lover of Rio funk and has worked with several Brazilian artists. With his project Major Lazer, he has already recorded with Anitta, Ludmilla and Pabllo. It will be an exciting night!
Breaking News from Rio de Janeiro
Samba & Madonna
Samba Drums by 20 Children
The show will be historic! Madonna will have a drum group made up of 20 children, all rhythms from Rio's samba schools, under the command of Pretinho da Serrinha, to play as she sings one of her hits, which later appeared to be "Music", at the Copacabana Beach show. The young people have had the opportunity to meet the "Queen of Pop" at Copacabana Palace, where she rehearses for the performance.(Source: BCharts Fórum)
Published on: 02/05/2024−Updated on: 03/05/2024
Soundcheck & Rehearsals
Light and Soundcheck makes the Audience dance
On Wednesday evening May 1, 2024 they did do the first soundcheck and fans were able to hear "Like a Prayer".
On Thursday May 2nd fans were in for a treat. The Like A Virgin pop diva appeared on the Copacabana stage and wore a shining black kimono and a neon green mask while playing the guitar during the rehearsal. (Source: metro.co.uk)
Published on: 01/05/2024−Updated on: 02/05/2024
Tribute to Brazilian Aids Victims
National Victims of Aids will be Honored
During her show on May 4, 2024 the Queen of Pop will honor great national names, who were victims of AIDS like Cazuza. The singer, on her tour, usually makes honorable mentions of HIV victims in the song "Live to tell", so in the show that ends her tour, it would be no different. In addition to Cazuza, we will have other names of great expression in Brazilian culture such as Hebert de Souza, a Brazilian activist and sociologist. (Source: Madonna Universe)
Published on: 03/05/2024−Updated on: 04/05/2024
After Show with Pedro Sampaio
It promises to be an insane after party!
The party won't end after the Queen of Pop's show! Pedro Sampaio will lead an insane after show at Palco Leme, located between Prado Júnior and Princesa Isabel streets. May 4, 2024 will be recorded in everyone's memory.
With 3.5 billion audio streams, the DJ reached the top of the charts with hits that mix funk with different musical genres.
Published on: 03/05/2024−Updated on: 04/05/2024
Spectacular Rehearsal with Pabllo
Madonna and Pabllo Vittar rehearse MUSIC with Samba
On Thursday May 2, 2024 Madonna and her team took to the stage on Copacabana beach, in Rio de Janeiro, for a big rehearsal. Pabllo Vittar, Madonna's guest, also participated in the rehearsal. The drag queen held Madonna's hand, hugged her and danced with her to the sound of "Music" with a samba beat. The Queen of Pop held the Brazilian flag, which also appeared on the screen.
Published on: 03/05/2024−Updated on: 04/05/2024
Bahian singers will be honored
Caetano Veloso, Daniela Mercury, Maria Bethânia e Gilberto Gil
Singer Madonna will pay tribute to Brazilian icons during a show in Rio de Janeiro, including Bahian singers Caetano Veloso, Daniela Mercury, Maria Bethânia and Gilberto Gil. The moment of tribute will take place during the performance of the hit "Music", which will also take samba to the show stage in a completely new look for the song. (Source:ibahia.com)
Published on: 30/04/2024−Updated on: 03/05/2024
Anitta & Madonna
Anitta is ready to sing "Faz Gostoso" with Madonna
If all goes well, the plan is for Madonna and Anitta to sing live, for the first time, the song "Faz Gostoso". The song was released by Anitta and Madonna in 2019 for the Madame X Album. This contradicts an earlier message where Anitta stated that she had another international commitment for the same period. Anitta who was honored at the "Variety Power Of Women" in the meantime announced on the awards red carpet that she will not be attending this year's MET Gala because of Madonna's Rio Show.(Source: O Globo-30/04/2024)
Published on: 03/05/2024−Updated on: 04/05/2024
Technological Masterpiece
Image, Sound and Light
Madonna's megashow on Copacabana Beach will be a technological masterpiece. Assembly coordinator, Leo Gontijo, explained to GloboNews how the 10 Delay Towers will work so that the public can see and hear everything in sync. In total, there are more than 4 thousand professionals involved in the assembly work, in addition to 400 workers just for the structure and 300 audio, light and image technicians who work in 5 different shifts.
(Source: @apriscillamoraes-GloboNews-30/04/2024).
Published on: 30/04/2024−Updated on: 02/05/2024
Carmed Madonna Lip Moisturizer
Cimed launches Carmed Madonna with limited and free edition
Cimed is launching another new moisturizing lip balm, Carmed Madonna, in partnership with the pop star. The product is a limited edition and will be distributed free of charge during the day to those who will attend the singer's show in Rio de Janeiro. Twenty-five thousand products will be available in selected pharmacies in Copacabana, on some Azul flights and on buses heading to Rio de Janeiro.
(Source: CCNBrasil-29/04/2023)
Published on: 30/04/2024−Updated on: 02/05/2024
Madonna is headlining Brazilian Magazines
Rolling Stone Magazine
Rolling Stone & Madonna
The Brazilian edition of Rolling Stone magazine celebrates Madonna's arrival in Rio with a special collectors issue coming out with two different vintage covers.
Billboard Magazine
Billboard & Madonna
The seventh edition of Billboard Brasil comes with a surprise: an extra magazine celebrating Madonna's 40−year career and revealing all the details of her arrival in Brazil.
Veja Magazine
Veja & Madonna
Madonna in Rio: April cover brings details about the queen of pop's show which will be huge, with at least eight costume changes and lots of technology that will be adapted to the magnitude of Copacabana.
Rio is getting ready for this Mega Event
Vip Area
Did you know?
In Rio, in front of the stage there will be two VIP areas separated by a catwalk. There will be the drawn customers and guests of the bank sponsoring the event, in addition to authorities. On the other side of Avenida Atlântica is the legendary Copacabana Palace, where Madonna will stay. A suspended tunnel will connect one side of the building to backstage so that the pop artist leaves her suite directly to her dressing room. The 5−star hotel will have private parties for the privileged who will watch the show from the windows and terraces. Room reservations were sold out even before the show was confirmed.
Celebration Tour Stage in Rio
Did you know?
Madonna's Stage, in Copacabana, will be inspected by Architectural, Engineering and Technical Experts on April 30, 2024. Madonna's stage on Copacabana Beach will be twice the size of the stage used on her world tour, which took place in arenas and stadiums. It will be 812 square meters, with a 24−meter front and a direct height of 18 meters to the ceiling. The singer has three catwalks where she walks and dances during the performance. The central walkway is 22 meters long and the lateral ones are 20 meters each. It is important to emphasize that this structure is being built 2.40 meters high from the ground, allowing the public to see it on the beach.
Operational Plan presented on April 25
Safety First
The city of Rio de Janeiro, together with the state government, presented the operational plan for the mega event, which is expected to attract 1.5 million people. A task force of around 3,000 municipal agents from 11 agencies will act to guarantee public order, traffic control, cleaning, emergency care and the well−being of Rio residents and visitors. The State Government also presented the operational security plan, which foresees the action of 3,200 military personnel, 64 vehicles and 65 monitoring towers in the region. Cross streets along the waterfront will have access control. The metro stations will be searched with metal detectors.
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Fans are getting Excited
Madonna fans are getting ready. Also Rodolfo who has been a fan for 35 years. Read the full story in the news article from "O Dia".
Iconic Poster – Madonna in Rio
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