The countdown to the Eurovision 2025 live shows continues. Today marked the first round of rehearsals for the acts competing in the second semi-final with Malta being the first country to step on stage.
So, let’s talk staging. Whilst The Sound of Music remains an inspiration (we’re still do-re-mi-fa-s-s-serving, after all), the visual storytelling we saw at MESC has mostly gone. Firstly there’s a big prop – a set of huge sparkly red lips holding a spinning disco ball – the whole structure is probably three metres high, and sits in the centre of the stage.
It turns at the start, and Miriana is inside, wearing a bright yellow dress with a huge skirt made from tiered netting with black sleeves. She’s lifted out of the disco ball and the dress, to reveal a catsuit that’s the same style as the one we saw at MESC, but now black and red and VERY sparkly. Her hair is now also bright red, by the way – the whole thing feels like a transition from poisonous flower to queen of hearts.
The dance routine is very similar to MESC, but her four dancers have swapped the Von Trapp outfits for red fishnets, strappy black underwear and red fur jackets. The final chorus plays out on the frame stage, where the red gym balls appear for a bouncy finish. The graphics wall transitions between graphic art exploding flowers and bouncing leopard visuals, dancing legs and words from the song, finishing with DIVA NOT DOWN in huge letters . The whole thing is very Miriana – bold, unapologetic, and a lot of fun. What a way to start the day!
PYRO UPDATE: lots of smoke jets in the chorus, and a big finish.
Who is Miriana Conte?
Miriana Conte is a bold and versatile Maltese singer known for her energetic performances and distinctive style. With a powerful voice and a love for blending contemporary pop with edgy, dynamic elements, she’s not afraid to push boundaries—both musically and visually. Her fun, bubbly, and quirky personality is a key part of her artistry, always shining through whether she’s on stage or off.
Music has played a central role in Miriana’s life from a young age. She began singing lessons at just 5 years old and quickly developed a deep passion for performing. At 16, she made her first attempt to represent Malta at the Eurovision Song Contest in 2017, planting the seeds of a dream that has grown stronger with time. Now, eight years later, that dream is finally coming true as she takes to the Eurovision stage, ready to share her unique voice and creative vision with all of Europe.
Below you can watch the so-called “I’ve Arrived” video of the Maltese delegation:
@eurovision Do-Re-Mi-Mi-Miriana’s arrived in Basel! #Malta #Eurovision2025 #Eurovision @Miriana Conte ♬ original sound – Eurovision
Malta’s second rehearsal will take place on Thursday, May 8, and we expect more info and footage of the final result on stage.
Stay tuned on Eurovisionfun for all the news regarding the Maltese participation at the Eurovision Song Contest 2025, in Basel!
Source: eurovision.tv
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