The 2016 Rio Olympic Games officially came to an end last night, but the super-fun closing ceremonies sent them off in style. The best part? Despite the pouring rain (Rio de Janeiro‘s Maracana Stadium is open-air, leaving everyone exposed to the elements), the night was essentially a massive Carnival–samba party. The entire stadium (athletes and […]
Yesterday, we said goodbye to what was perhaps the most dance-tastic Olympics of all time. And just like the somewhat cute (and somewhat creepy) Sochi Bear, we feel like shedding a single tear: (via thebiglead.com) Mmk, we’re done moping, we promise. Now let’s talk about last night’s closing ceremony. Just like the ceremony that opened […]
I hate to say this, but: Called it. Last night’s Olympic closing ceremony featured a huge dance number choreographed by the fantastic Christopher Wheeldon and featuring 300 dancers, led by Royal Ballet legend Darcey Bussell. But as I mentioned on Friday, I had a sneaking suspicion that American audiences wouldn’t get to see that part […]
The Olympics are winding down, which has me feeling a little blue. It’s been an amazing, wild ride. How are we going to say goodbye to all the world-class athletes (Phelps! Bolt! GABBY DOUGLAS!) that we now basically think of as our best friends? With a big, crazy, dance-packed closing ceremony, that’s how. Were you […]