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Pharrell, Bocelli to Co-Direct Vatican Concert Streaming Sept. 13 on Disney+, Hulu and ABC News Live

The Vatican-backed program will close the World Meeting on Human Fraternity during the 2025 Jubilee Year.

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Overview

  • The St. Peter’s Square event is open to the public in Rome and will stream live globally at 3 p.m. ET.
  • Organized with Vatican support, it will conclude the third World Meeting on Human Fraternity in the Jubilee Year 2025.
  • Andrea Bocelli and Pharrell Williams will co-direct and executive produce, with musical direction by Adam Blackstone.
  • Confirmed performers include Bocelli, Williams with the Voices of Fire Gospel Choir, Teddy Swims, John Legend, and a 250-person international choir.
  • A Nova Sky Stories drone and light show will include imagery inspired by the Sistine Chapel, and some additional lineup and broadcast credits are reported but not yet independently confirmed.