Circo de Bakuza
Circo de Bakuza is a Canadian production company located in Montreal, Quebec, with a satellite office in Paris, France. its most prominent production is the entire set of pre-game shows and opening and closing ceremonies for France's Euro 2016 soccer tournament.
Background
Circo de Bakuza was founded in 2009 by Vincent Drolet. The name Circo de Bakuza was a Montreal street show previously created by the founder of the agency, and a reference to the bacchanalian culture. The company's first gig was for the 5th Dubai International Film Festival. The company initially focused on galas and product launches, but rapidly produced soccer-related events as well.Major Performances
- 2014 UEFA Champions League Final opening ceremonies
- 2015 UEFA Champions League Final opening ceremonies
- 2016 UEFA Champions League Final opening ceremonies
- Euro 2016 opening ceremonies
- Euro 2016 pre-game shows
- Euro 2016 closing ceremonies
- 2016 Montreal Olympics 40th Anniversary of the 1976 Summer Olympics anniversary ceremonies
Awards
- 2015 EUBEA Best Sport Event; for Berlin Opening Ceremonies of Euro 2016