The European Broadcasting Union has decided to implement a number of changes. Eurovision 2024. The 68th edition of the popular festival, notable for Israel’s controversial participation, will be held in Malmö (Sweden) on 7, 9 and 11 May. Less than two months until rehearsals begin, Important news has been announced.
For the first time in the history of the competition, the Big 5 countries (England, Germany, France, Spain and Italy) and the host Sweden They will perform live in the semi-finals on Tuesday and Thursday.
Representatives of these six countries have secured their place in Saturday’s grand final. They will be able to enjoy greater visibility throughout the week. It is useful to remember this in previous years.only a small part has been published Rehearsals were held before the semi-final.
Additionally, three additional performances each semester They will be interspersed among the countries competing for the places at stake for the finalso you won’t have to wait range action to enjoy them.
Germany, Sweden and the United Kingdom They will present their bids in the semi-finals on Tuesday, the 7th, and it will be their turn on Thursday, the 9th. France, Italy and Spain. That night, Nebulossa will perform ‘Zorra’ live for the first time from the Malmö stage to all of Europe.
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The second innovation directly affects the grand final votes. On Saturday, May 11, Lines will open from the beginning of the gala, just before the performance of the first participating country. So viewers won’t have to wait until the end to choose their favorite. However, this measure It was already implemented in 2010 and 2011.
On the other hand, fans following from countries that do not participate in Eurovision They will be able to vote within 24 hours before the celebration of each of the three galas.