MGM China has announced the debut of its new residency show, “Macau 2049”, set to take place at the MGM Theater on December 15th, 2024. Tickets will be available for purchase starting November 2nd.
Originally unveiled in April as MGM 2049, the rebranded show is directed by renowned Chinese filmmaker Zhang Yimou. It serves as a salute of the 75th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic of China and the 25th anniversary of the Macau SAR’s establishment. MGM describes the performance as a blend of advanced technology and artistic reinterpretations of Chinese intangible heritage, offering a fusion of futuristic technologies and cultural arts unique to Macau.
MGM highlighted that Macau 2049 embodies Zhang’s breakthrough in merging culture and technology to craft a new cultural hallmark for Macau. It also reflects the aspirations of Pansy Ho, a dedicated facilitator of the Greater Bay Area, to foster the integrated development of cultural industries within the region.
“The show unites a diverse array of performing arts talent in Macau, establishing a self-sustaining cultural platform that nurtures future professionals and harnesses the region’s artistic vitality to continuously advance Macau’s cultural tourism and its status as a ‘City of Performing Arts‘,” MGM China stated.
During the election campaign, incoming Chief Executive Sam Hou Fai committed to promoting residency shows by casino operators as a key strategy to boost tourism.
In his vision for consolidating Macau’s status as a World Center for Tourism and Leisure, Sam Hou Fai proposed making the organization of concerts featuring major stars a regular initiative.
He underscored the importance of attracting international tourists, particularly from Southeast Asia, and enhancing Macau’s global image by drawing comparisons to Dubai’s successful tourism strategies.