The show MGM 2049 will debut at MGM Cotai’s MGM Theater in December, described as a “grand tribute” to the 75th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic of China and the 25th anniversary of Macau’s return to the Motherland.
However, MGM said the show also aims to act as a catalyst to propel the city’s cultural and entertainment sectors towards new heights. Although residency shows have been few and far between in Macau over the years – a few notable exceptions aside – the Macau SAR Government has outlined its desire to transform Macau into a “City of Performing Arts” as part of its economic diversification initiatives. This, the government has explained, will establish a center of cultural tourism within the Greater Bay Area (GBA) while promoting Chinese culture to the world.
The company is offering over 200 positions for global candidates with on-the-job training opportunities covering several areas, including actors, dancers, art directors, cast managers, performance managers, theater technicians and more.
In preparation for the show, MGM hosted in April the “MGM 2049: Symposium and Global Recruitment Program Kick-off Ceremony” where Zhang and the show’s global creative team came together in Macau to share insights into the residency show’s concept. MGM also kicked off its “Global Recruitment Program”, which offers various job opportunities to aspiring young people interested in pursuing a career in performing arts.
