Pizey says the structure is similar to the one used for the Olympics 2012 ceremonies , where the creative team was led by Danny Boyle .
“ Hamish Hamilton , my partner , was on Danny ’ s team . He is also working closely with Iqbal on the Commonwealth Games creative and is going to direct the TV show . Iqbal is very strong on what is going to work theatrically but it is very useful for him to have someone on the creative team who sees things through a camera lens .”
Beestone says that the aim of the joint venture was to create a leadership team made up of a producer , a technical director and broadcast director who would work collaboratively and efficiently together , rather than having a hierarchical structure of multiple contractors : “ By taking this approach with the creative team working with three people who are completely aligned in their creative approach , we are able to offer something that , from a production perspective , is a totally new way of approaching these large-scale shows .”
The opening ceremony will take place on 28 July next year and will include a mass cast of 1,200 participants . Snow says the focus is very much on including local people within the cast , the supply chain and the creative team : “ We have amazing Birmingham talent involved , Maeve Clarke , an up-and-coming writer , and
Josh , who is one of the city ’ s ‘ 30 under 30 ’, is an incredibly talented rapper and music producer .
“ We are in the early stages of creative development , engaging with the local community and exploring talent and volunteering opportunities . The cast of 1,200 will primarily be from the local community . We are looking to launch a casting drive next year , so we are speaking to local universities , colleges , and youth groups . Many in the creative team are Birmingham-based .”
Opening opportunity When it comes to selecting the suppliers that will help bring the events to life , Beestone says a rigorous procurement process will commence
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