The Eurovision 2024 stage ignited as Cyprus led the charge in Malmö, Sweden, on Tuesday night. Silia Kapsis, the 17-year-old Greek-Cypriot sensation from Australia, mesmerized viewers with her rendition of “Liar.” Accompanied by four male dancers donning cargo pants and loose white shirts, Kapsis delivered a compelling performance against a backdrop of minimalist staging, accentuated by vibrant LED graphics in green and red hues.
Reflecting on her moment in the limelight, Kapsis shared her initial emotions in a post-qualification interview with Greek media. “I was in shock. But I felt the energy from the cheering crowd. Despite my nerves, seeing icons like Eleni Foureira and Sanell before me, I knew I had to rise to the occasion. Eleni Foureira is my Eurovision inspiration, and meeting her fulfilled a lifelong dream. I aim to do Cyprus, Greece, and Australia proud.”
As the fervor from Cyprus’s performance lingers, all eyes turn to Greece’s highly anticipated appearance in the second semi-final on Thursday, May 9th. Marina Satti is slated to take the stage third in line, her performance expected to enthrall audiences around 22:15-22:20 local time.
A Dynamic Start: Cyprus in the Spotlight
The Eurovision 2024 stage came alive with Cyprus leading the charge in Malmö, Sweden, on Tuesday night. Silia Kapsis, the 17-year-old Greek-Cypriot sensation hailing from Australia, mesmerized viewers with her rendition of “Liar.” Accompanied by four male dancers donning cargo pants and loose white shirts, Kapsis delivered a compelling performance against a backdrop of minimalist staging, accentuated by vibrant LED graphics in green and red hues.
Reflecting on her moment in the limelight, Kapsis shared her initial emotions in a post-qualification interview with Greek media. “I was in shock. But I felt the energy from the cheering crowd. Despite my nerves, seeing icons like Eleni Foureira and Sanell before me, I knew I had to rise to the occasion. Eleni Foureira is my Eurovision inspiration, and meeting her fulfilled a lifelong dream. I aim to do Cyprus, Greece, and Australia proud.”
Greece’s Marvelous Showcase: Marina Satti Takes the Stage
As the fervor from Cyprus’s performance lingers, all eyes turn to Greece’s highly anticipated appearance in the second semi-final on Thursday, May 9th. Marina Satti is slated to take the stage third in line, her performance expected to enthrall audiences around 22:15-22:20 local time.
Joining Cyprus and Greece in the semi-finals are a diverse array of talented artists from across Europe.
Eurovision 2024 – The lineup of appearances in the second semi-final
1. Malta / Sarah Bonnici – Loop
2. Albania / BESA – TITAN
3. Greece / Marina Satti – ZARI
4. Switzerland / Nemo – The Code
5. Czech Republic / Aiko – Pedestal
France / Slimane – Mon amour
6. Austria / Kaleen – We Will Rave
7. Danmark / SABA – SAND
8. Armenia / LADANIVA – Jako
9. Letonia / Dons – Hollow
Spain / Nebulossa – ZORRA
10. San Marino / MEGARA – 11:11
11. Georgia / Nutsa Buzaladze – Firefighter
12. Belgium / Mustii – Before The Party’s Over
13. Estonia / 5MIINUST x Puuluup – (nendest) narkootikumidest ei tea me (küll) midagi
Italy / Angelina Mango – La Noia
14. Israel / Eden Golan – Hurricane
15. Norway / Gåte – Ulveham
16. Netherlands / Joost Klein – Europapa
