Representative of Spain in the 66th Eurovision Song Contest, Chanel Terrero will be in Turin, Italy, this week to start a new rehearsal on the Pala Alpitour stage. The venue will host the grand final on May 14, and the team is ready to make their mark as rehearsals begin. I travel to hit the stage is the mindset shared by the crew as they arrive.
She explains she was surprised by how calm she feels as the trip begins. She says she often rehearses mentally to gauge the scale of the moment and to acclimate to the energy that the live stage will demand. The journey to Turin is underway, and it is all part of the preparation for this high-stakes moment.
Terrero spoke about sleep during the travel day, noting that she rested well despite a touch of restlessness. She also shared a few personal talismans that travel with her, including a ring gifted by her closest friend, a small comfort that travels in her suitcase on every important trip.
Her mother offered simple, encouraging advice: to enjoy every moment and trust in the work already done. The perspective is clear — this experience is unique and will stay with her throughout her career.
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The Spanish representative has highlighted the personal nature of the messages she receives, with many people sending their best wishes privately. Each note feels special and meaningful, a reminder of the supportive network behind the performance.
Chanel emphasizes that her aim is to deliver a memorable live show. Alongside her, a devoted team travels to Turin, including dancers Exon Arcos, Josh Huerta, Pol Soto, Raquel Caurín and Ria Pérez, who have been part of the project since the Benidorm Fest in January. Their presence reinforces the collaborative effort behind the performance.
The first rehearsal for the song will take place on Thursday. It is scheduled to be among the earlier sessions, with Germany following later and then other participating countries. The so-called Big Five members who reached the final through prior performance will arrive last in Italy, adding a layer of anticipation to the schedule.
According to RTVE, Chanel’s initial rehearsal is set for 17:35 local time, with the first 30 minutes reserved for the Spanish delegation behind closed doors and online for accredited press in Turin. Afterward, there will be a press conference to share impressions with media members.
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