International sensation Shakira is gearing up for a highly anticipated concert in Saudi Arabia, as part of the Riyadh Season’s opening ceremony.
Announcement by the General Entertainment Authority
The General Entertainment Authority in Saudi Arabia, under the leadership of Turki Al-Sheikh, officially announced Shakira’s performance at the Riyadh Season’s opening ceremony.
Countdown to Riyadh Season Commencement
In a tweet on October 26, Concerts Saudi shared the excitement, saying, “The final countdown is only 24 hours until the beginning of the opening ceremony of the Riyadh seasona collection of well-known local and international figures lead by global superstar Shakira.”
Addressing Rumors of Cancellation
There were earlier rumors suggesting a cancellation due to concerns regarding Gaza, but Riyadh Season, inaugurated by Shakira’s grand performance, was affirmed to continue as planned by Turki Al-Sheikh, the head of the General Entertainment Authority.
Shakira’s Debut Concert in Saudi Arabia
Shakira’s musical concert at Riyadh Season 2023 marks her debut in Saudi Arabia. The Season is set to kick off on October 28, offering a grand start to the festivities.
Riyadh Season’s Significance
This year, Riyadh Season enters its fourth edition with the slogan “Big Time.” The festival aims to generate over 200,000 direct and indirect job opportunities and empower nearly 2,000 local and international companies to create exceptional entertainment experiences from around the world. These experiences will unfold across a vast area covering seven million square meters, according to Al-Sheikh.
He emphasized that the opening ceremony for this year’s season will be organized by top event organizers worldwide, featuring the participation of renowned celebrities.
