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News 26 Jun 2025 3 min read

Mawazine 2025: Will Smith delivers an exhilarating American-style show at OLM Souissi

Mawazine 2025: Will Smith delivers an exhilarating American-style show at OLM Souissi
An iconic figure of cinema and music, the American Will Smith delivered a memorable concert on Wednesday evening for the 20th edition of the Mawazine-Rhythms of the World Festival, worthy of the greatest American-style shows.
Mawazine 2025: Will Smith delivers an exhilarating American-style show at OLM Souissi
For his first time on stage in Morocco, Will Smith pulled out all the stops in front of a jubilant crowd gathered on the OLM Souissi esplanade, captivating them with a grandiose staging where spectacular light shows and overflowing stage energy mingled.

From the first minutes, the tone was set; the global artist entered the stage with the energy of a true showman, surrounded by dynamic dancers, carried by impressive visual animations that dressed each piece. The giant screen behind him became, in turn, an urban setting, a poetic painting, or even digital fireworks.

The choreography, perfectly synchronised with his dancers, reinforced the impression that nothing was left to chance. Moreover, this concert was embellished with a touch of humour, passion, and communicative energy that reminded us why Will Smith is one of the most complete artists of his generation.

As a true showman, Will Smith knew how to alternate between dynamic performances and more intimate moments, thus creating a rare connection with the Moroccan public. Throughout the evening, this four-time Grammy Award winner spoke, told stories, and contextualised each song with warmth and simplicity.

Before performing his song “Just the Two of Us”, he spoke of his son with tenderness, establishing a moment of sweetness at the heart of the show, while when he launched into “Work of Art”, he transmitted a universal message of profound humanity, underlining that perfection is not a necessary condition to be worthy of love.

The concert of this multi-talented artist, whose participation in the Mawazine-Rhythms of the World Festival marks a symbolic moment, is part of his tour to promote his new album entitled “Based on a True Story”.

Will Smith, a global star with an impressive track record, is recognised for his exceptional career in music, cinema, and entrepreneurship. An Oscar-winning actor with a legendary film career, he is above all an outstanding showman who has produced global hits such as “Gettin’ Jiggy wit It”, “Miami”, “Just the Two of Us”, “Will 2K”, and “Men in Black”.

Placed under the High Patronage of HM King Mohammed VI, the 20th edition of the Mawazine-Rhythms of the World Festival is held from 20 to 28 June, with an eclectic programme bringing together the greatest stars of the Arab and international scene, making Rabat-Salé a crossroads of exceptional artistic exchanges.

Launched in 2001, the Mawazine Festival is the unmissable event for music lovers and enthusiasts in Morocco. With over 2 million festival-goers for each of its last editions, it is considered the second-largest cultural event in the world.

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