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Background imageOpening Ceremony Collection: Us-Super Bowl-Prince

Us-Super Bowl-Prince
US musician Prince performs during half-time 04 February 2007 at Super Bowl XLI at Dolphin Stadium in Miami between the Chicago Bears and the Indianapolis Colts

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US musician Prince performs during half-time 04 February 2007 at Super Bowl XLI at Dolphin Stadium in Miami between the Chicago Bears and the Indianapolis Colts

Background imageOpening Ceremony Collection: Fbn-Super Bowl-Prince

Fbn-Super Bowl-Prince
US musician Prince performs during half-time 04 February 2007 in Super Bowl XLI at Dolphin Stadium in Miami between the Chicago Bears and the Indianapolis Colts

Background imageOpening Ceremony Collection: 1956 Winter Olympic Games at Cortina d Ampezzo in Italy

1956 Winter Olympic Games at Cortina d Ampezzo in Italy. British Olympic Team parade through town during the opening ceremony

Background imageOpening Ceremony Collection: Prince Arthur at the Royal Horticultural Society's Exhibition

Prince Arthur at the Royal Horticultural Society's Exhibition, Birmingham: The Gardens, 1872

Background imageOpening Ceremony Collection: Athletics-World-Russia-Stadium

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Photo from Moscow shows a general view of the Luzhniki stadium during a rehearsal of the opening ceremony ahead of the world athletics championships. AFP PHOTO / KIRILL KUDRYAVTSEV

Background imageOpening Ceremony Collection: Inauguration of the new head-quarters of the 1st Middlesex Volunteer Engineers

Inauguration of the new head-quarters of the 1st Middlesex Volunteer Engineers, 1865. Opening of a building in College Street, Chelsea, London. The spacious drill-shed, 110 ft. long by 52 ft

Background imageOpening Ceremony Collection: Tsar Nicholas II at the opening ceremony of the first Duma, St Petersburg, Russia, 1906

Tsar Nicholas II at the opening ceremony of the first Duma, St Petersburg, Russia, 1906

Background imageOpening Ceremony Collection: Britain-Royals-Politics

Britain-Royals-Politics
Yeoman of the Guard walk in through the Sovereigns entrance before Britains Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, arrive at the Houses of Parliament on May 18, 2016

Background imageOpening Ceremony Collection: Eric Morecambe and Ernie Wise, accompanied by Miss Great Britain Carolyn Moore

Eric Morecambe and Ernie Wise, accompanied by Miss Great Britain Carolyn Moore, open new Burtons Superstore in Leeds, Thursday 3rd February 1972

Background imageOpening Ceremony Collection: The opening of the Congregational Church in Eltham, Kent. 1938

The opening of the Congregational Church in Eltham, Kent. 1938

Background imageOpening Ceremony Collection: London Bridge (new), London, 1831

London Bridge (new), London, 1831
View of London Bridge, London, opened by King William IV and Queen Adelaide in 1831

Background imageOpening Ceremony Collection: The Opening of the Universal Exhibition by the President of the Republic, Paris, 1900

The Opening of the Universal Exhibition by the President of the Republic, Paris, 1900

Background imageOpening Ceremony Collection: Veronica Wilson, girlfriend of Freddie Trueman, at the opening of the new Saxon Motor

Veronica Wilson, girlfriend of Freddie Trueman, at the opening of the new Saxon Motor hotel, Ainley Top, Huddersfield. January 1972 72-00100-002

Background imageOpening Ceremony Collection: Opening Yate Shopping Centre JLP01_08_071866

Opening Yate Shopping Centre JLP01_08_071866
Yate Shopping Centre, Yate, South Gloucestershire. A large crowd of people gathered around the fountain on Four Seasons Square for the official opening of Yate Shopping Centre

Background imageOpening Ceremony Collection: Shanghai, China. 16th May, 2018

Shanghai, China. 16th May, 2018. England's Mark Gray in action during WORLD CUP of POOL 2018: Round 1 - England vs South Korean at Luwan (Gymnasium) Arena on Wednesday, 16 May 2018

Background imageOpening Ceremony Collection: Prince Arthur at Leeds: the Prince declaring Roundhay Park open, 1872. Creator: Unknown

Prince Arthur at Leeds: the Prince declaring Roundhay Park open, 1872. Creator: Unknown
Prince Arthur at Leeds: the Prince declaring Roundhay Park open, 1872. The procession arrived at the park about two o'clock, when a Royal salute was fired

Background imageOpening Ceremony Collection: Opening of the first railway in Japan: procession at the Saiwai Bashi Gate

Opening of the first railway in Japan: procession at the Saiwai Bashi Gate, Jeddo, 1872. Our well-known artist and correspondent, Mr. C

Background imageOpening Ceremony Collection: Foreign residents presenting an address to the Mikado at Yokohama, 1872. Creator: Unknown

Foreign residents presenting an address to the Mikado at Yokohama, 1872. Creator: Unknown
Opening of the first railway in Japan - foreign residents presenting an address to the Mikado at Yokohama, 1872. Our well-known artist and correspondent, Mr. C

Background imageOpening Ceremony Collection: Freeway opening, possibly the Ventura Freeway in Los Angeles, California, USA, late 1940s

Freeway opening, possibly the Ventura Freeway in Los Angeles, California, USA, late 1940s
Motorway opening, possibly the Ventura Freeway in Los Angeles, California, USA, late 1940s

Background imageOpening Ceremony Collection: Germany, Mark Zwuschen, 01.06.1991

Germany, Mark Zwuschen, 01.06.1991, Opening ceremony in the integration village Mark Zwuschen, disabled citizens are integrated into the working life of the village, dance, Europe

Background imageOpening Ceremony Collection: Germany, Mark Zwuschen, 01.06.1991

Germany, Mark Zwuschen, 01.06.1991, Seyfert, Ilja, Chairman of the Berlin Association for the Disabled, Member of the Bundestag PDS, opening ceremony in the integration village Mark Zwuschen

Background imageOpening Ceremony Collection: Germany, Mark Zwuschen, 01.06.1991

Germany, Mark Zwuschen, 01.06.1991, Seyfert, Ilja, Chairman of the Berlin Association for the Disabled, Member of the Bundestag PDS, opening ceremony in the integration village Mark Zwuschen

Background imageOpening Ceremony Collection: Germany, Mark Zwuschen, 01.06.1991

Germany, Mark Zwuschen, 01.06.1991, Seyfert, Ilja, Chairman of the Berlin Association for the Disabled, Member of the Bundestag PDS, opening ceremony in the integration village Mark Zwuschen

Background imageOpening Ceremony Collection: Opening ceremony, Dr Karl Ritter von Halt

Opening ceremony, Dr Karl Ritter von Halt, President of the Organising Committee for the IV

Background imageOpening Ceremony Collection: Opening ceremony, the Olympic flag rises

Opening ceremony, the Olympic flag rises, hoisted by a delegation of the German navy, led by the German light athlete Hans Martens, Kiel

Background imageOpening Ceremony Collection: The relay with the Olympic flame on the way to the stadium

The relay with the Olympic flame on the way to the stadium, Berlin Tiergarten, Olympic Stadium, Torch, Olympic flame, Opening Ceremony

Background imageOpening Ceremony Collection: Opening ceremony of the Bordeaux-Sete railway

Opening ceremony of the Bordeaux-Sete railway, CF du Midi, Toulouse, France, 1857, Europe

Background imageOpening Ceremony Collection: The Great Festival Olympic Youth

The Great Festival Olympic Youth, Olympic Stadium, 1 August 1936, Opening Ceremony

Background imageOpening Ceremony Collection: The Princess of Wales laying the foundation-stone of the Hospital for Sick Children

The Princess of Wales laying the foundation-stone of the Hospital for Sick Children, 1872

Background imageOpening Ceremony Collection: Prince Arthur opening of the Birmingham exhibition of the Royal Horticultural Society

Prince Arthur opening of the Birmingham exhibition of the Royal Horticultural Society, 1872

Background imageOpening Ceremony Collection: The Queen opening St. Thomas's Hospital, 1871. Creator: Unknown

The Queen opening St. Thomas's Hospital, 1871. Creator: Unknown
The Queen opening St. Thomas's Hospital, [London], 1871

Background imageOpening Ceremony Collection: Minister of Eductaion Maggie Thatcher opens the Netherley Comprehensive schools in

Minister of Eductaion Maggie Thatcher opens the Netherley Comprehensive schools in Liverpool May 1971

Background imageOpening Ceremony Collection: Freddie Trueman at the new Saxon Motor hotel, Ainley Top, Huddersfield

Freddie Trueman at the new Saxon Motor hotel, Ainley Top, Huddersfield, to take part in the opening ceremony

Background imageOpening Ceremony Collection: The Royal Albert Hall, 1871: Opened by Queen Victoria, March 29, (1901). Creator: Unknown

The Royal Albert Hall, 1871: Opened by Queen Victoria, March 29, (1901). Creator: Unknown
The Royal Albert Hall, 1871: Opened by Queen Victoria, March 29, (1901). Queen Victoria (1819-1901) opening the concert hall in South Kensington, London

Background imageOpening Ceremony Collection: The Crystal Palace, Hyde Park, 1851: Opened by Queen Victoria

The Crystal Palace, Hyde Park, 1851: Opened by Queen Victoria, May 1, (1901). Queen Victoria (1819-1901) opening the Great Exhibition in the purpose-built Crystal Palace in Londons Hyde Park

Background imageOpening Ceremony Collection: Opening of the Mersey Tunnel, Liverpool, 18 July 1934, (1935). Creator: Unknown

Opening of the Mersey Tunnel, Liverpool, 18 July 1934, (1935). Creator: Unknown
Opening of the Mersey Tunnel, Liverpool, 18 July 1934, (1935). King George V opens the Queensway Tunnel, a road tunnel under the River Mersey, between Liverpool and Birkenhead

Background imageOpening Ceremony Collection: Celebrity opening JLP01_08_071863

Celebrity opening JLP01_08_071863
Yate Shopping Centre, Yate, South Gloucestershire

Background imageOpening Ceremony Collection: Naval quarters JLP01_08_075209b

Naval quarters JLP01_08_075209b
Gosport, Hampshire. A group of people including staff from the Royal Navy at the opening of married quarters in Gosport

Background imageOpening Ceremony Collection: Opening of the Royal Albert Hall: arrival of the Queen, 1871. Creator: Unknown

Opening of the Royal Albert Hall: arrival of the Queen, 1871. Creator: Unknown
Opening of the Royal Albert Hall by the Queen: the Prince of Wales declaring the Hall open, 1871

Background imageOpening Ceremony Collection: Opening of the Royal Albert Hall by the Queen: the Prince of Wales declaring the Hall open

Opening of the Royal Albert Hall by the Queen: the Prince of Wales declaring the Hall open, 1871

Background imageOpening Ceremony Collection: Opening of the International Exhibition, South Kensington, 1871. Creator: Unknown

Opening of the International Exhibition, South Kensington, 1871. Creator: Unknown
Opening of the International Exhibition, South Kensington, 1871

Background imageOpening Ceremony Collection: Cardinal Charles-Martial Allemand Lavigerie leaving St Louis chapel to attend inauguration of St Louis cathedral

Cardinal Charles-Martial Allemand Lavigerie leaving St Louis chapel to attend inauguration of St Louis cathedral
DGA5654680 Cardinal Charles-Martial Allemand Lavigerie leaving St Louis chapel to attend inauguration of St Louis cathedral, Carthage, Tunisia

Background imageOpening Ceremony Collection: Opening Queen Victoria-Street, City, 1871. Creator: Unknown

Opening Queen Victoria-Street, City, 1871. Creator: Unknown
Opening Queen Victoria-Street, City of London, 1871

Background imageOpening Ceremony Collection: Opening of the Mont Cenis Tunnel: the first train, 1871. Creator: Unknown

Opening of the Mont Cenis Tunnel: the first train, 1871. Creator: Unknown
Opening of the Mont Cenis Tunnel: the first train, 1871. Railway tunnel - 3.7 km (8.5 miles) in length - in the European Alps, linking Bardonecchia in Italy to Modane in France

Background imageOpening Ceremony Collection: Opening of the Mont Cenis Tunnel: illuminations at Turin representing the tunnel

Opening of the Mont Cenis Tunnel: illuminations at Turin representing the tunnel, 1871

Background imageOpening Ceremony Collection: V. Astor, Com. F.P. Forshew, Mrs

V. Astor, Com. F.P. Forshew, Mrs. Astor, between c1915 and c1920

Background imageOpening Ceremony Collection: Mayor Mitchel opens gates, between c1915 and c1920. Creator: Bain News Service

Mayor Mitchel opens gates, between c1915 and c1920. Creator: Bain News Service
Mayor Mitchel opens gates, between c1915 and c1920

Background imageOpening Ceremony Collection: Opening of Southwark Park, 1869. Creator: Unknown

Opening of Southwark Park, 1869. Creator: Unknown
Opening of Southwark Park, 1869. Public space in Rotherhithe, south-east London

Background imageOpening Ceremony Collection: Opening of a new promenade and drinking-fountain at Blackpool

Opening of a new promenade and drinking-fountain at Blackpool
Opening of a new promenade and drinking-fountain on Easter Monday at Blackpool, Lancashire, 1870

Background imageOpening Ceremony Collection: Opening of the Derby Fine-Arts and Industrial Exhibition, 1870. Creator: Unknown

Opening of the Derby Fine-Arts and Industrial Exhibition, 1870. Creator: Unknown
Opening of the Derby Fine-Arts and Industrial Exhibition, 1870

Background imageOpening Ceremony Collection: Princess Louisa opening the Inner Temple New Hall, 1870. Creator: Unknown

Princess Louisa opening the Inner Temple New Hall, 1870. Creator: Unknown
Princess Louisa [sic] opening the Inner Temple New Hall, [London], 1870

Background imageOpening Ceremony Collection: Opening the Mayo Colliery at Gogose, Chandah, India, 1870. Creator: Unknown

Opening the Mayo Colliery at Gogose, Chandah, India, 1870. Creator: Unknown
Opening the Mayo Colliery at Gogose, Chandah, Central Provinces, India, 1870. Engraving of a sketch by Mr. H

Background imageOpening Ceremony Collection: The King declaring open the new speech-room at Rugby School

The King declaring open the new speech-room at Rugby School
At The School That Has Left A Deep Mark On Great Britain, The Empire, And The World: In A Great And Splendid School: The King Declaring Open The New Speech-Room At Rugby. 1909

Background imageOpening Ceremony Collection: The Queen passing through the lobby of the new building of London University

The Queen passing through the lobby of the new building of London University, 1870

Background imageOpening Ceremony Collection: The opening of the New Manchester Royal Infirmary: the King and Queen on the platform

The opening of the New Manchester Royal Infirmary: the King and Queen on the platform
The Opening Of The New Manchester Royal Infirmary: The King And Queen On The Platform In The Out-Patients Waiting Hall, 1909

Background imageOpening Ceremony Collection: Opening of Stanley Park, Liverpool, 1870. Creator: Unknown

Opening of Stanley Park, Liverpool, 1870. Creator: Unknown
Opening of Stanley Park, Liverpool, 1870

Background imageOpening Ceremony Collection: The King knighting Mr. Cecil H

The King knighting Mr. Cecil H. Smith, Director of the Victoria and Albert Museum, 1909. "Rise, Sir Cecil Smith'': The Director of the new museum honoured

Background imageOpening Ceremony Collection: Princess Diana, arrives to officially open Acorns Childrens Hospice

Princess Diana, arrives to officially open Acorns Childrens Hospice, only the 3rd Childrens hospice in the world. Selly Oak, Birmingham, West Midlands. 14th December 1988

Background imageOpening Ceremony Collection: Coventry Lanchester Polytechnic, 21st October 1983 Our Picture Shows

Coventry Lanchester Polytechnic, 21st October 1983 Our Picture Shows

Background imageOpening Ceremony Collection: The visit to Liverpool of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip

The visit to Liverpool of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, to officially open the International Garden Festival held from 2nd May to 14th October 1984

Background imageOpening Ceremony Collection: The visit to Liverpool of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip

The visit to Liverpool of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, to officially open the International Garden Festival held from 2nd May to 14th October 1984

Background imageOpening Ceremony Collection: Compo - alias actor Bill Owen swapped his scruffy clothes for a smart new suit for

Compo - alias actor Bill Owen swapped his scruffy clothes for a smart new suit for the official opening of a new Huddersfield menswear store today

Background imageOpening Ceremony Collection: The new Coffee House Bridge over the Leeds and Liverpool Canal, Bootle

The new Coffee House Bridge over the Leeds and Liverpool Canal, Bootle, after the official opening by Alderman S. Mahon. 17th December 1937

Background imageOpening Ceremony Collection: Huddersfield Town 0-1 Wycombe Wanderers, Division Two league match at the Alfred McAlpine

Huddersfield Town 0-1 Wycombe Wanderers, Division Two league match at the Alfred McAlpine Stadium, Saturday 20th August 1994. Inaugural match at the new stadium. Opening Ceremony

Background imageOpening Ceremony Collection: A V Dawson Ltd. Haulage Company. The company employs over 100 people

A V Dawson Ltd. Haulage Company. The company employs over 100 people
A V Dawson Ltd. Haulage Company

Background imageOpening Ceremony Collection: Queen Elizabeth II Visits Birmingham, to open the Great Charles Street Queensway tunnel

Queen Elizabeth II Visits Birmingham, to open the Great Charles Street Queensway tunnel, part of the A38, 7th April 1971

Background imageOpening Ceremony Collection: Princess Margaret in car as she drove through Poplar to open a Community Centre

Princess Margaret in car as she drove through Poplar to open a Community Centre October 1955

Background imageOpening Ceremony Collection: Los Angeles 1984 Olympic Games Opening Ceremony Rocket Man man arrives on a

Los Angeles 1984 Olympic Games Opening Ceremony Rocket Man man arrives on a jet pack

Background imageOpening Ceremony Collection: Los Angeles 1984 Olympic Games Opening Ceremony Rocket Man man arrives on a jet

Los Angeles 1984 Olympic Games Opening Ceremony Rocket Man man arrives on a jet pack

Background imageOpening Ceremony Collection: King Edward VII. And Queen Alexandra at the Opening of His Majestys First Parliament, 1901

King Edward VII. And Queen Alexandra at the Opening of His Majestys First Parliament, 1901
King Edward VII. And Queen Alexandra at the Opening of His Majestys First Parliament, February 14, 1901



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EDITORS COMMENTS

From Super Bowl spectacles to historic Olympic moments, opening ceremonies have always been a grand display of talent and excitement. Just like Prince's unforgettable halftime show at the 2007 Super Bowl or his iconic performance at the 1956 Winter Olympic Games in Italy, these events leave an indelible mark on our memories. Even as far back as Tsar Nicholas II attending the first Duma's opening ceremony in St Petersburg in 1906, we can see how important these gatherings are for politics and royalty alike. But it's not just about famous faces and prestigious occasions. Opening ceremonies also bring together beloved entertainers like Eric Morecambe and Ernie Wise, who were joined by Miss Great Britain Carolyn Moore in their delightful performances. And let's not forget about Red Rum, the legendary Grand National winner who made a grand entrance at the opening of the Rum Runner nightclub not once but three times. Whether it's a sports event or a community gathering like the opening of Eltham's Congregational Church in Kent back in 1938, there is something truly magical about witnessing beginnings unfold before our eyes. These ceremonies symbolize unity, celebration, and new possibilities that lie ahead. So next time you find yourself immersed in an opening ceremony - be it on TV or right there among the crowd - take a moment to appreciate its significance, and is through these captivating displays that we come together as one, embracing shared experiences and creating lasting memories.

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