Paris, France, 25th august 1994
Parade and light show for the 50th anniversary of
the Liberation of Paris
An original form of commemoration, unfolding a 4-kilometre long moving
theatre, where actors carried their own lighting and sound systems, Résistants
led the way for army tanks, and war veterans mingled with 800 cycling
extras and 400 elated young actors...
A large-scale, live attraction that had to compete with the challenge
of fleeting sensations: a one night stand for enthusiastic Parisians,
while contrasting trends marked the audience in the stalls: François
Mitterrand, Jacques Chirac, Edouard Balladur.
A work of art about feelings and memories, but also an up-to-date portrayal
of resistance and courage.
| type of achievement | Parade |
| client | The City of Paris |
| partner | France 2 television |
| production | Mairie de Paris |
| location | From Porte d' Orleans to the Mairie de Paris |
| audience | 15 million television-watchers |
| budget for scenography |
€1.8 million |
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PROJECT DETAILS
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The riot
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