Beloved pop powerhouse Delta Goodrem is preparing to represent Australia at the Eurovision Song Contest with the singer revealing details from the highly anticipated performance.
The international competition kicks off on Wednesday, with Goodrem set to perform her single Eclipse in the second semi-final, which will air early Friday morning in Australia.
The Born To Try singer walked the turquoise carpet on the weekend to mark the official start of the singing contest being held this year in Vienna, Austria.
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During an interview with BBC Radio 2 in the UK, Goodrem revealed some of the surprises in store for her performance, including the possibility of her levitating.
“We’ve definitely got some staging surprises,” Goodrem said.
“It’s been very hard to hold these things back but I’m finally excited to share what staging we have this week.”
The radio host then asked: “Is it true you’re going to be levitating?”
Goodrem laughed and hesitated before answering.
“We’re definitely giving it everything we’ve got,” she said.
Speaking on The Morning Show on Tuesday, entertainment editor Peter Ford revealed more details from behind the scenes.
“The creative director of the performance is a man called Paul Clarke and he says: ‘I promise you, Delta is going to rise to the occasion’.”
“So I think there is going to be a bit of a harness involved and she’s going to be up there, floating around.”
At the centre of the performance will be Goodrem’s impressive outfit, which features 7000 Swarovski crystals.
The couture masterpiece was brought to life by Australian designers Velani By Nicky and House of Emmanuele, and styled by Tori Knowles.
“Performing on the Eurovision stage is something I feel so deeply in my heart, carrying Australia with me in every note and every moment,” Goodrem told SBS.
“I wanted the staging to move like the Universe itself, embracing light and shade, softness and strength.
“It was also incredibly important to me to wear the vision of Australian designers, while weaving in the beauty and elegance of our host city, Vienna.
“I feel incredibly lucky to be surrounded by such a talented creative team.
“When collaboration feels this connected, it really does feel like true alignment. I can’t wait for you all to see it!”
Goodrem also announced she has a new album called Pure coming out in November.
Where can I watch the Eurovision Song Contest?
The Eurovision Song Contest is an annual international song competition organised by the European Broadcasting Union (EBU).
Participating countries, primarily European, submit original songs performed live, with a winner decided by a combination of public voting and professional juries.
Australian Idol winner Guy Sebastian debuted for Australia in 2015 before, only one year later, Australia reached its highest place in the competition so far with X Factor winner Dami Im coming second.
Goodrem will be joining other popular prior Australian contestants including Jessica Mauboy, Kate Miller-Heidke and Montaigne.
SBS will be airing the live broadcast, with the competition kicking off on Wednesday at 5.00am (AEST).
The second semi-final, which will feature Goodrem, will air on Friday at 5.00am (AEST).
The grand final will be broadcast on Sunday at 5.00am (AEST).
