Glasgow draws inspiration from Bad Bunny for Commonwealth Games ceremony

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Last updated Jul 5, 2026

Glasgow draws inspiration from Bad Bunny for Commonwealth Games ceremony
Summary

As Glasgow prepares for the Commonwealth Games opening ceremony on July 23, organizers are taking cues from Bad Bunny's Super Bowl performance. The director, Roxana Cole, aims to evoke a sense of community and pride similar to that shown during the Puerto Rican artist's halftime show. Dancers are rehearsing for the colorful event, which will feature a cast of 600 performers alongside major international artists. Cole emphasizes that the ceremony will reflect the spirit of Glasgow and make athletes feel at home during the Games.

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  • Bad Bunny's Super Bowl show inspires the ceremony design.
  • Roxana Cole leads the planning and direction of the event.
  • 600 performers will participate in the opening ceremony.
  • Glasgow seeks to create a sense of community and welcome for athletes.
  • International artists will join local talents in the performances.
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Organisers say the Puerto Rican superstar's Superbowl show had a sense of community they want to replicate in Glasgow's opening ceremony.

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