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Damon Albarn could direct opening ceremony of 2012 Olympic Games
Last updated at 09:09am on 24.09.09
Damon Albarn is in the running to be artistic director for the opening ceremony of the 2012 Olympics, it was claimed today.
Park life: Damon Albarn
The award-winning Blur and Gorillaz frontman has held talks with the London Organising Committee of the Olympic and Paralympic Games. Albarn, 41, who grew up in Leytonstone near to where the Games will take place, worked with artist Jamie Hewlett to create the animated title sequences and music for the BBC's coverage of last year's Beijing Games.
Another name in the frame is Oscar-nominated director Stephen Daldry. The 48 year-old whose films include Billy Elliot, The Hours and The Reader, is believed to be the preferred choice of much of the arts establishment.
The appointment is expected to be announced in the New Year.
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After going to see Monkey, Journey to the West Albarn's recent Opera/ Theatre spectacle, this must be greeted with massive cheer. Visually the show was astounding. He must be the right choice. Daldry is talented, but Albarn's work is unique, modern, rich and delightful - especcially when he works with Jamie Hewitt. Please let this colalboration loose on 2012, it MUST happen.
- Nick S, Peterborough
