Get Ready to Groove: Paris Paralympics to End With a Bang 🎶
The 2024 Paralympics in Paris will close with a massive dance celebration featuring 24 DJs at the Stade de France, artistic director Thomas Jolly announced. Dubbed 'the biggest dance floor,' the event aims to celebrate inclusivity through techno beats and choreography highlighting diverse body movements—a fitting finale after 12 days of athletic triumphs. 💃
Jolly, who also directed the controversial Olympics opening ceremony, confirmed the party will mirror the Paralympics' opening event that spotlighted disabled artists. 'We want everyone to feel welcome,' he said, referencing wheelchair- and crutch-using dancers set to take the stage.
Behind the Scenes Drama 🎭
The announcement follows backlash over Jolly’s Olympics ceremony, which included a theatrical scene some interpreted as mocking Christianity. Despite death threats and online harassment, Jolly stood firm: 'Nothing was changed—art shouldn’t bow to fear.' French President Macron and Paris Mayor Hidalgo publicly backed him.
As the lights dim on Paris’ Games, one thing’s clear: The Paralympics finale will be a universal celebration of resilience and joy—no apologies needed. 🌟
