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Fountains at Bellagio
- By Gustav Jung
- Published 11/3/2007
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- Unrated
Time briefly stops and it’s
impossible to simply walk past this Las Vegas
landmark; even those in passing cars pull to the side and take in the show. Every
15 minutes these fountains come alive to the tune of "One, Singular
Sensation," featured on Broadway, to "Fly Me to the Moon," the Frank
Sinatra classic. You might remember them from the remake of “Ocean’s Eleven
opposite George Clooney, Brad Pitt and Julia Roberts.
This spectacular sight is one
to add to your list while visiting Las
Vegas. The water jets span across the lake more than 1,000 feet and can
shoot up to 240 feet in the air in the most choreographically complex water
performance ever designed to date. Every dynamic performance is unique in its
expression and interpretation. The idea behind the fountains was crafted by
Steve Wynn, Chairman of Mirage Resorts who wired the WET design team to realize
his design.
The result is impressive.
The simplicity of the layout and the variety of water expressions allow for a breadth
of artful expressions. The fountains dance to a range of musical works from
classical and operatic pieces to popular music and songs from Broadway shows.
In addition, many musicians and artists are invited to choreograph the fountain
to the different selections giving it its own musical character based on the
artist who created it. The performances range from delicate and whimsical to
grand and commanding.
Visitors to the Bellagio
will be welcomed with an enthralling experience in water; one that will lift
their spirits and leave them with a feeling like none other. Be sure to bring a
camera. There is no charge for admission. Shows run daily from Monday through
Friday, 3 p.m – midnight. Saturdays and Sunday, noon – midnight.
