"Paris 2024: Ancient Olympia Hosts Olympic Flame Lighting Ceremony"

Performers at the flame-lighting ceremony for the Paris Olympics, held at the birthplace of the Olympic Games in Ancient Olympia, Greece, practice a 30-minute performance inspired by ancient Greek art and culture. The ceremony, featuring dancers and priestesses, has evolved over the years with added music, choreography, and costumes, drawing both admiration and criticism. The performers, selected for their resemblance to ancient youths, undergo rigorous rehearsals and feel the significance of participating in the historic event.