Alicia Keys will perform at Expo 2020 Dubai.
The Empire State of Mind singer will be the first international artist to perform as part of the Expo 2020’s Infinite Nights series, which was launched by Iraqi star Kadim Al Sahir and followed by Lebanese superstars Nancy Ajram and Ragheb Alama.
The concert will take place in Al Wasl Plaza on December 10, and the US singer will also debut her new double album Keys.
The show by the 15-time Grammy Award-winner will be live streamed globally from the world’s largest 360º projection dome.
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The control room that provides immersive projection and audio installation for the Al Wasl dome throughout the day, at Dubai Expo 2020. Khushnum Bhandari/ The National -

Staff at work in the control room where the magic happens for the 360-degree projection dome, Al Wasl Plaza. Khushnum Bhandari/ The National -

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William Ainley, Technical Director of Events and Entertainment at Dubai Expo 2020. Khushnum Bhandari/ The National -

The control room that provides immersive projection and audio installation for the Al Wasl dome throughout the day. -

Display of a light show at the world's largest 360-degree projection dome. Khushnum Bhandari/ The National -

Tareq Ghosheh, Chief Events and Entertainment Officer at Dubai Expo 2020. Khushnum Bhandari/ The National -

Staff at work in the control room at Al Wasl Plaza. Khushnum Bhandari/ The National -

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A DJ inside the Israel Pavilion at Dubai Expo. Khushnum Bhandari/ The National -

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The Italy Pavilion. Victor Besa/The National. -

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'Vessel of Time'. Multi-media artist Patrick Cabral celebrates the epic journey of Filipino culture via a mysterious watercraft at the Philippines Pavilion. -

The Australia Pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai. Victor Besa/The National. -

The UAE Pavilion. Victor Besa/ The National. -

The UAE Pavilion. Victor Besa/ The National. -

France National Day: French astronaut,Thomas Pesquet speaks to UAE and French representatives on a live feed from space to the Al Wasl Plaza. Victor Besa/The National. -

Light show at the Al Wasl Plaza. Victor Besa/The National. -

Light show at the Al Wasl Plaza. Victor Besa/The National. -

Visitors at the Switzerland Pavilion are given umbrellas to protect themselves from the elements while waiting in line. Victor Besa/The National. -

Tour of the Japan Pavilion at Expo 2020 site. Architecture by Yuko Nagayama/NTT Facilities. Victor Besa/The National. -
Preparations under way in Al Wasl Plaza for the Dubai Expo 2020 opening ceremony. Chris Whiteoak / The National -
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Visitors enjoy the Expo 2020 Water Feature area. Victor Besa/The National.
Fans can expect Keys to perform some of the biggest hits from her illustrious career, as well as new material from Keys, which has never been heard before.
“Performing in Expo 2020 Dubai’s Infinite Nights series is going to be such an incredible experience,” said Keys. “I’m so excited to share such a beautifully unique and special performance on the eve of the release of my new album Keys with the world. Keys is all about letting go of anything that holds you back and breaking through the invisible ceilings above us.
“It perfectly reflects Expo’s values. I cannot wait to unlock this new universe with you.”
Lubna Haroun, vice president of Moment Makers at Expo 2020 Dubai, said: “After the incredible success of our Arab artists in October and November, we are excited to bring Alicia Keys to Expo 2020 to headline our Infinite Nights series.
“Expo 2020 and Alicia share the belief that people’s creativity and diversity should be celebrated, that everyone has the opportunity to fulfil their dreams and shine. We are looking forward to a show that inspires and delights our audiences.”
The concert will take place at 10pm UAE time, although Expo 2020 organisers advise attendees to arrive early.
It will also be live streamed on virtualexpodubai.com.
Other future performances as part of Infinite Nights are still to be announced.
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