A joke was made about the hydraulic system failure with the indoor cauldron in the opening ceremony. Electrical sparks, a fake chicken and feathers shot out of the hole where the fourth arm would have risen. After this, Québécois clown and mime Yves Dagenais, dressed in workmen's clothing, climbed out of the hole, plugged two long cords together, and pretended to pull the fourth pillar out as it emerged. Dagenais then "summoned" Catriona Le May Doan (who appeared from underneath the stage via an elevated trap door), holding a lit torch in her hand. She looked around, acting bewildered, and then saw Dagenais, and he happily presented to her the emerging fourth pillar. He then wiped his brow with a red handkerchief to signify a job well done and walked off the stage. After the pillar was in place, Le May Doan, who had been left out of the lighting of the cauldron in the opening ceremony because of the failure, saluted the audience by holding her torch in the air, walked over toward the pillar and was finally able to light the cauldron, to great fanfare from the audience. With the entire cauldron lit, Le May Doan saluted the audience again and then descended back underneath the stage.
An opening ceremony is the official opening of a building or event. The opening ceremonies of the Olympic Games and the FIFA World Cup are huge events involving thousands of participants and watched by a massive worldwide audience. On a much smaller scale, some ceremonies mark the opening of a small building such as a shop and are only attended by relatives or friends. Many public buildings, especially schools and libraries, are opened by a special guest.
Olympic Games ceremonies of the Ancient Olympic Games were an integral part of these Games; the modern Olympic games have opening, closing and medal ceremonies. Some of the elements of the modern ceremonies harken back to the Ancient Games from which the Modern Olympics draw their ancestry. An example of this is the prominence of Greece in both the opening and closing ceremonies. During the 2004 Games, the medal winners received a crown of olive branches, which was a direct reference to the Ancient Games, in which the victor's prize was an olive wreath. The various elements of the ceremonies are mandated by the Olympic Charter and cannot be changed by the host nation. Even the artistic portion of the opening and closing ceremonies must meet the approval of the International Olympic Committee (IOC).
The ceremonies have evolved over the centuries. Ancient Games incorporated ceremonies to mark the beginning and ending of each successive game. There are both similarities and differences between the ancient Olympic ceremonies and their modern counterparts. While the presentation of the Games has evolved with improvements in technology and the desire of the host nations to showcase their own artistic expression, the basic events of each ceremony have remained unchanged. The presentation of the Opening and Closing Ceremonies continue to increase in scope, scale and expense with each successive celebration of the Games, but they are still steeped in tradition.
The stadium had been turned into a giant representation of the Union Flag, designed by Damien Hirst. Around 4,100 people partook in the ceremony; which reportedly cost £20 million. The 2012 Summer Olympics were officially closed by Jacques Rogge, who called London's games "happy and glorious." The ceremony included a handover to the next host city for the 2016 Summer Olympics, Rio de Janeiro and saw the Olympic flame extinguished and the Olympic flag lowered. The main part of the evening featured a one-hour symphony of British Music as a number of British Pop acts appeared. Tributes to John Lennon and Freddie Mercury and the fashion industry were included in the section. Rio marked the handover with an eight-minute section known as "Embrace" created by Cao Hamburger and Daniela Thomas, featuring Pelé. Sebastian Coe gave a speech, and the volunteers of London 2012 were thanked.
Avril Lavigne - Girlfriend @Vancouver 2010 | Olympics Closing Ceremony | Music Monday
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In this week's Music Monday, we watch Canadian pop star Avril Lavigne performing "Girlfriend" at the Closing Ceremony of the 2010 Winter Olympics which took place on February 28, 2010, at the BC Place Stadium in Vancouver.
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published: 29 May 2017
CTV's Final "I Believe" Montage Preceded By Brian Williams' Closing Comments From Vancouver
Brian Williams wraps up his final broadcast of Olympic Primetime from the Vancouver 2010 Olympic Winter Games after the Closing Ceremony. Williams comments are followed by CTV's final montage showcasing key events from the Games, featuring the "I Believe" anthem sung by Nikki Yanofsky and Annie Villeneuve.
Video courtesy of CTV/IOC. Captured from CTV-HD in Vancouver, BC on February 28, 2010. No infringement of copyright intended.
published: 03 Mar 2010
Neil Young - Long May You Run - Vancouver 2010 Closing Ceremony | Music Monday
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Neil Young performs "Long May You Run" at the Closing Ceremony of the 2010 Winter Olympics at the BC Place Stadium in Vancouver.
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Nickelback Burn It To The Ground , 2010 Vancouver Winter Olympics
One of the best Olympic Closing Ceremony Events. Nickelback Burn It To The Ground @ Vancouver (canada) 2010 Winter Olympics.
And one of the best moments of my life. I was watching it live on TV though.
published: 06 Apr 2015
Closing Ceremony of the Vancouver 2010 Paralympic Winter Games
Countries with the highest number of winning medals were celebrated, with athletes from Russia giving their country first place with a total of 38 medals. To honour the country, the national anthem was sung by a choir, with the sounds echoing in and around the Whistler Village.
With a total of 24 winning medals, Germany came in second place behind Russia, and was followed by both Canada and Ukraine who tied with 19 medals.
In his speech, International Paralympic Committee (IPC) President Sir Philip Craven said that the Vancouver 2010 Paralympic Winter Games offered everyone not only elite sport by hard-working athletes, but a sense of family and community.
"The notion of true sport - pure sport, has been understood by all of us," Sir Philip said. "With excellence, our Paralympic athlete...
published: 21 Mar 2013
2010 Vancouver Olympics Closing Credits Montage
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NBC's closing credits of the 2010 Vancouver Winter Olympics
published: 23 Aug 2010
2010 Olympics - Closing Ceremonies
published: 01 Mar 2010
Maple Leaf Forever at Vancouver Winter Olympics Closing Ceremony
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published: 18 Jul 2010
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Closing Ceremony - 12 August 2012 - London 2012 Olympic Games
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In this week's Music Monday, we watch Canadian pop star Avril Lavigne performing "Girlfriend" at the Closin...
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In this week's Music Monday, we watch Canadian pop star Avril Lavigne performing "Girlfriend" at the Closing Ceremony of the 2010 Winter Olympics which took place on February 28, 2010, at the BC Place Stadium in Vancouver.
▶▶Watch the full closing ceremony at: http://oly.ch/Olympics/en/playback/vancouver-2010-closing-ceremony/
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In this week's Music Monday, we watch Canadian pop star Avril Lavigne performing "Girlfriend" at the Closing Ceremony of the 2010 Winter Olympics which took place on February 28, 2010, at the BC Place Stadium in Vancouver.
▶▶Watch the full closing ceremony at: http://oly.ch/Olympics/en/playback/vancouver-2010-closing-ceremony/
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Brian Williams wraps up his final broadcast of Olympic Primetime from the Vancouver 2010 Olympic Winter Games after the Closing Ceremony. Williams comments are ...
Brian Williams wraps up his final broadcast of Olympic Primetime from the Vancouver 2010 Olympic Winter Games after the Closing Ceremony. Williams comments are followed by CTV's final montage showcasing key events from the Games, featuring the "I Believe" anthem sung by Nikki Yanofsky and Annie Villeneuve.
Video courtesy of CTV/IOC. Captured from CTV-HD in Vancouver, BC on February 28, 2010. No infringement of copyright intended.
Brian Williams wraps up his final broadcast of Olympic Primetime from the Vancouver 2010 Olympic Winter Games after the Closing Ceremony. Williams comments are followed by CTV's final montage showcasing key events from the Games, featuring the "I Believe" anthem sung by Nikki Yanofsky and Annie Villeneuve.
Video courtesy of CTV/IOC. Captured from CTV-HD in Vancouver, BC on February 28, 2010. No infringement of copyright intended.
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Neil Young performs "Long May You Run" at the Closing Ceremony of the 2010 Winter Olympics at the BC Place ...
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Neil Young performs "Long May You Run" at the Closing Ceremony of the 2010 Winter Olympics at the BC Place Stadium in Vancouver.
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Neil Young performs "Long May You Run" at the Closing Ceremony of the 2010 Winter Olympics at the BC Place Stadium in Vancouver.
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One of the best Olympic Closing Ceremony Events. Nickelback Burn It To The Ground @ Vancouver (canada) 2010 Winter Olympics.
And one of the best moments of m...
One of the best Olympic Closing Ceremony Events. Nickelback Burn It To The Ground @ Vancouver (canada) 2010 Winter Olympics.
And one of the best moments of my life. I was watching it live on TV though.
One of the best Olympic Closing Ceremony Events. Nickelback Burn It To The Ground @ Vancouver (canada) 2010 Winter Olympics.
And one of the best moments of my life. I was watching it live on TV though.
Countries with the highest number of winning medals were celebrated, with athletes from Russia giving their country first place with a total of 38 medals. To ho...
Countries with the highest number of winning medals were celebrated, with athletes from Russia giving their country first place with a total of 38 medals. To honour the country, the national anthem was sung by a choir, with the sounds echoing in and around the Whistler Village.
With a total of 24 winning medals, Germany came in second place behind Russia, and was followed by both Canada and Ukraine who tied with 19 medals.
In his speech, International Paralympic Committee (IPC) President Sir Philip Craven said that the Vancouver 2010 Paralympic Winter Games offered everyone not only elite sport by hard-working athletes, but a sense of family and community.
"The notion of true sport - pure sport, has been understood by all of us," Sir Philip said. "With excellence, our Paralympic athletes came here to compete fairly, and the result was a fantastic show of sportsmanship. Together, we have all captured the Paralympic Spirit from these Games and can carry it around the world. With this, our athletes, coaches and officials will encourage new athletes, make new friends and inspire them to light the flame in their hearts."
He continued to say that he looks forward to seeing all athletes back in four years, at the Sochi 2014 Paralympic Winter Games.
Following the IPC President's speech was the official presentation of the Whang Youn Dai Achievement Award to Endo Takayuki of Japan and Collette Bourgonje of Canada. The Award recognizes elite athletes with a disability who have demonstrated an exceptional level of determination to overcome their adversities through sport and the Paralympic Games.
Also recognized during the Closing Ceremony were the winners of the IPC Athletes' Council Election, which included Katarzyna Rogowiec from Poland in Biathlon & Cross-Country Skiing (275 votes), Todd Nicholson, Canada in Ice Sledge Hockey (203 votes), and Eskil Hagen from Norway in Ice Sledge Hockey (193 votes).
The Vancouver 2010 Paralympic Winter Games took place in Whistler and Vancouver from 12-21 March 2010, with events in Alpine Skiing, Biathlon, Ice Sledge Hockey and Wheelchair Curling. To relive the Opening and Closing Ceremony, as well as the competitions of the Vancouver Games, check out the IPC's internet channel, www.ParalympicSport.TV, the best source for Paralympic Sport content.
For more information about the Vancouver 2010 Paralympic Winter Games, please visit www.vancouver2010.com.
The International Paralympic Committee (IPC) is committed to enabling Paralympic athletes to achieve sporting excellence and to develop sport opportunities for all persons with a disability from the beginner to elite level. In addition, the IPC aims to promote the Paralympic values, which include courage, determination, inspiration and equality. For further information, please visit http://www.paralympic.org.
To watch videos on demand from Paralympic Games and to subscribe to ParalympicSport.TV, please go to www.youtube.com/ParalympicSportTV. Also, you may follow the Paralympic Movement on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/ParalympicGames or on
Twitter at http://www.twitter.com/paralympic.
Countries with the highest number of winning medals were celebrated, with athletes from Russia giving their country first place with a total of 38 medals. To honour the country, the national anthem was sung by a choir, with the sounds echoing in and around the Whistler Village.
With a total of 24 winning medals, Germany came in second place behind Russia, and was followed by both Canada and Ukraine who tied with 19 medals.
In his speech, International Paralympic Committee (IPC) President Sir Philip Craven said that the Vancouver 2010 Paralympic Winter Games offered everyone not only elite sport by hard-working athletes, but a sense of family and community.
"The notion of true sport - pure sport, has been understood by all of us," Sir Philip said. "With excellence, our Paralympic athletes came here to compete fairly, and the result was a fantastic show of sportsmanship. Together, we have all captured the Paralympic Spirit from these Games and can carry it around the world. With this, our athletes, coaches and officials will encourage new athletes, make new friends and inspire them to light the flame in their hearts."
He continued to say that he looks forward to seeing all athletes back in four years, at the Sochi 2014 Paralympic Winter Games.
Following the IPC President's speech was the official presentation of the Whang Youn Dai Achievement Award to Endo Takayuki of Japan and Collette Bourgonje of Canada. The Award recognizes elite athletes with a disability who have demonstrated an exceptional level of determination to overcome their adversities through sport and the Paralympic Games.
Also recognized during the Closing Ceremony were the winners of the IPC Athletes' Council Election, which included Katarzyna Rogowiec from Poland in Biathlon & Cross-Country Skiing (275 votes), Todd Nicholson, Canada in Ice Sledge Hockey (203 votes), and Eskil Hagen from Norway in Ice Sledge Hockey (193 votes).
The Vancouver 2010 Paralympic Winter Games took place in Whistler and Vancouver from 12-21 March 2010, with events in Alpine Skiing, Biathlon, Ice Sledge Hockey and Wheelchair Curling. To relive the Opening and Closing Ceremony, as well as the competitions of the Vancouver Games, check out the IPC's internet channel, www.ParalympicSport.TV, the best source for Paralympic Sport content.
For more information about the Vancouver 2010 Paralympic Winter Games, please visit www.vancouver2010.com.
The International Paralympic Committee (IPC) is committed to enabling Paralympic athletes to achieve sporting excellence and to develop sport opportunities for all persons with a disability from the beginner to elite level. In addition, the IPC aims to promote the Paralympic values, which include courage, determination, inspiration and equality. For further information, please visit http://www.paralympic.org.
To watch videos on demand from Paralympic Games and to subscribe to ParalympicSport.TV, please go to www.youtube.com/ParalympicSportTV. Also, you may follow the Paralympic Movement on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/ParalympicGames or on
Twitter at http://www.twitter.com/paralympic.
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Closing Ceremony - 12 August 2012 - London 2012 Olympic Games
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Closing Ceremony - 12 August 2012 - London 2012 Olympic Games
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Closing Ceremony - 12 August 2012 - London 2012 Olympic Games
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In this week's Music Monday, we watch Canadian pop star Avril Lavigne performing "Girlfriend" at the Closing Ceremony of the 2010 Winter Olympics which took place on February 28, 2010, at the BC Place Stadium in Vancouver.
▶▶Watch the full closing ceremony at: http://oly.ch/Olympics/en/playback/vancouver-2010-closing-ceremony/
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Brian Williams wraps up his final broadcast of Olympic Primetime from the Vancouver 2010 Olympic Winter Games after the Closing Ceremony. Williams comments are followed by CTV's final montage showcasing key events from the Games, featuring the "I Believe" anthem sung by Nikki Yanofsky and Annie Villeneuve.
Video courtesy of CTV/IOC. Captured from CTV-HD in Vancouver, BC on February 28, 2010. No infringement of copyright intended.
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Neil Young performs "Long May You Run" at the Closing Ceremony of the 2010 Winter Olympics at the BC Place Stadium in Vancouver.
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One of the best Olympic Closing Ceremony Events. Nickelback Burn It To The Ground @ Vancouver (canada) 2010 Winter Olympics.
And one of the best moments of my life. I was watching it live on TV though.
Countries with the highest number of winning medals were celebrated, with athletes from Russia giving their country first place with a total of 38 medals. To honour the country, the national anthem was sung by a choir, with the sounds echoing in and around the Whistler Village.
With a total of 24 winning medals, Germany came in second place behind Russia, and was followed by both Canada and Ukraine who tied with 19 medals.
In his speech, International Paralympic Committee (IPC) President Sir Philip Craven said that the Vancouver 2010 Paralympic Winter Games offered everyone not only elite sport by hard-working athletes, but a sense of family and community.
"The notion of true sport - pure sport, has been understood by all of us," Sir Philip said. "With excellence, our Paralympic athletes came here to compete fairly, and the result was a fantastic show of sportsmanship. Together, we have all captured the Paralympic Spirit from these Games and can carry it around the world. With this, our athletes, coaches and officials will encourage new athletes, make new friends and inspire them to light the flame in their hearts."
He continued to say that he looks forward to seeing all athletes back in four years, at the Sochi 2014 Paralympic Winter Games.
Following the IPC President's speech was the official presentation of the Whang Youn Dai Achievement Award to Endo Takayuki of Japan and Collette Bourgonje of Canada. The Award recognizes elite athletes with a disability who have demonstrated an exceptional level of determination to overcome their adversities through sport and the Paralympic Games.
Also recognized during the Closing Ceremony were the winners of the IPC Athletes' Council Election, which included Katarzyna Rogowiec from Poland in Biathlon & Cross-Country Skiing (275 votes), Todd Nicholson, Canada in Ice Sledge Hockey (203 votes), and Eskil Hagen from Norway in Ice Sledge Hockey (193 votes).
The Vancouver 2010 Paralympic Winter Games took place in Whistler and Vancouver from 12-21 March 2010, with events in Alpine Skiing, Biathlon, Ice Sledge Hockey and Wheelchair Curling. To relive the Opening and Closing Ceremony, as well as the competitions of the Vancouver Games, check out the IPC's internet channel, www.ParalympicSport.TV, the best source for Paralympic Sport content.
For more information about the Vancouver 2010 Paralympic Winter Games, please visit www.vancouver2010.com.
The International Paralympic Committee (IPC) is committed to enabling Paralympic athletes to achieve sporting excellence and to develop sport opportunities for all persons with a disability from the beginner to elite level. In addition, the IPC aims to promote the Paralympic values, which include courage, determination, inspiration and equality. For further information, please visit http://www.paralympic.org.
To watch videos on demand from Paralympic Games and to subscribe to ParalympicSport.TV, please go to www.youtube.com/ParalympicSportTV. Also, you may follow the Paralympic Movement on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/ParalympicGames or on
Twitter at http://www.twitter.com/paralympic.
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Closing Ceremony - 12 August 2012 - London 2012 Olympic Games
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A joke was made about the hydraulic system failure with the indoor cauldron in the opening ceremony. Electrical sparks, a fake chicken and feathers shot out of the hole where the fourth arm would have risen. After this, Québécois clown and mime Yves Dagenais, dressed in workmen's clothing, climbed out of the hole, plugged two long cords together, and pretended to pull the fourth pillar out as it emerged. Dagenais then "summoned" Catriona Le May Doan (who appeared from underneath the stage via an elevated trap door), holding a lit torch in her hand. She looked around, acting bewildered, and then saw Dagenais, and he happily presented to her the emerging fourth pillar. He then wiped his brow with a red handkerchief to signify a job well done and walked off the stage. After the pillar was in place, Le May Doan, who had been left out of the lighting of the cauldron in the opening ceremony because of the failure, saluted the audience by holding her torch in the air, walked over toward the pillar and was finally able to light the cauldron, to great fanfare from the audience. With the entire cauldron lit, Le May Doan saluted the audience again and then descended back underneath the stage.
Calm lake of lapplander rough holy mountain. First-born to the nother rock, to the victimstone of people came from south. Scream loud the bloodsong, the sweet sonata for ancient gods. The knife inseaces the flesh inviting the children of black moon to get their share. Slowly little heart beats out the liquid of life... With silent cry ends the life of the newborn, to the stone life of litle one. To the coldness of the winter chills the body of harmless son. To the darkness of the night melts red victims blood.
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Jones worked as an events director in his later years, where he collaborated on various big events including the opening and closing ceremonies for the 2000SydneySummerOlympicGames and the Vancouver2010Winter Games.