As the athletes enter, Elbow perform ‘One Day Like This’ and ‘Open Arms’ accompanies by Urban Voices Collective and the London Symphony Orchestra.
21:30
This evening we celebrate the athletes from more than 200 nations whose endeavours and commitment to the Olympic values – excellence, friendship and respect – have been an inspiration to people across the world.
21:25
Ten thousand lights are transforming the monochrome cityscape into a surreal funfair bounced on by acrobatic city business men.
21:24
Were you 'Spellbound' by the acrobatic gymnastics troupe?
Playing the Games
27 Jul - 12 Aug
A series of plays, lunchtime conversation and late-night comedy featuring top athletes and celebrities including Stephen Fry and Eddie Izzard.
Fun with books
StoryCloud
14 Jul - 9 Sep
A unique digital project bringing together authors, illustrators and children. Encouraging the group to create and read stories.