Tomorrowland bounces back after main stage fire incident

Just two days before Tomorrowland was supposed to start, a huge fire destroyed its main stage. But the workers kept working nonstop to fix things, and by Friday, the music had already started. With cranes clearing out the burnt remains of the original stage, the organisers quickly came up with a simpler version so the show could go on.

Fans got to enjoy one of Europe’s biggest summer music festivals, even if things looked a little different this time. Many videos and photos of the new stage with a damaged background went viral on the internet, leaving people stunned by the dramatic scene.

One user said, “This is the best reminder that it's always stood about the music”, while another said, "This is one of the most inspiring images in my feed. Gives me goosebumps”.

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A third user commented, "Honestly, this looks much better and you know why? People are closer to the DJ. It will be more about dancing than posting videos for a long time ago. I hope people there will enjoy it!" A fourth said, "That backdrop of the old stage is pretty iconic ngl".

The main stage, called "Orbyz," caught fire on Wednesday, raising concerns that the entire festival might be cancelled. Although the other stages were safe, many attendees worried that rescheduling the shows could cause significant confusion and chaos.

However, after the new main stage opened, spokesperson Debby Wilmsen said only a fraction of people had requested refunds. She added that the new stage is "very intimate” and includes speakers that were also used for Metallica shows.

"Maybe there are some few people that say, OK, we would like to have a refund, but it's only like a very small percentage because most of them are still coming to the festival”, said Ms Wilmsen.

"It is all about unity, and I think with a good vibe and a positive energy that our festival-goers give to each other and the music we offer, I think they will still have a good time”, she further added.

All about Tomorrowland

Tomorrowland is one of the world’s biggest and most iconic electronic dance music festivals. Every year, it draws over 400,000 fans to the small Belgian town of Boom. The festival is one-of-a-kind and is known for its fantastical stage designs, immersive experiences, and powerhouse lineups featuring artists like David Guetta, Armin Van Buuren, and Charlotte de Witte. The festival has grown into a global phenomenon since its launch in 2005. Spanning two weekends in July, Tomorrowland transforms the town into a musical wonderland, with attendees from over 200 countries camping at the vibrant DreamVille grounds.


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