EXPO 2020: CLOSING CEREMONY

Dubai, 2022

For the awe-inspiring Dubai Expo 2020 Closing Ceremony, Evolution was entrusted by Five Currents LLC to produce a giant gold ring, a centerpiece inspired by the iconic Expo rings.

This extraordinary scenic element concealed advanced technology and water tanks, enabling it to transform into a spectacular rain curtain. Suspended from the Al Wasl Dome, the ring created a breathtaking and unexpected highlight during the ceremony, leaving the audience in awe.

Design and Development
Evolution was responsible for:

• Translating conceptual designs into a fully functional and visually stunning gold ring that reflected the elegance and grandeur of the Expo’s theme.
• Engineering the ring to incorporate hidden technology and water tanks, enabling it to function as a giant rain curtain.
• Ensuring the structure could be safely flown 20 meters above the stage, meeting stringent safety standards for an aerial installation of this scale.

Execution and Scenic Features
The gold ring rain curtain became an unforgettable moment of the closing ceremony, showcasing:

• Advanced engineering, integrating water systems to produce a seamless rain curtain effect while maintaining the ring’s structural integrity.
• Use of high-quality materials to achieve the elegant gold finish while ensuring the durability required for a suspended installation.
• Precise coordination and testing to ensure the rain curtain operated flawlessly during the live event.
• Integration with the Al Wasl Dome’s rigging system, allowing the ring to be flown securely and positioned perfectly above the stage.

The giant gold ring was a spectacular addition to the Expo 2020 Closing Ceremony, combining engineering ingenuity with artistic vision.

Evolution’s expertise ensured that this dynamic and visually stunning element was flawlessly executed, creating a memorable and magical moment that celebrated the culmination of an iconic global event.

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