Abu Dhabi became a celebrity magnet as Oscar-winner Cate Blanchett, Spider-Man star Andrew Garfield, Stranger Things’ Natalia Dyer, and Guardians of the Galaxy’ Pom Klementieff flew into the capital to witness the spectacular launch of TeamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi—the biggest digital art phenomenon ever created.
Why This Launch Rocked the Art World
First in MENA: The 17,000 sqm interactive wonderland is TeamLab’s biggest installation in the world.
Tech Meets Art: AI-created ecosystems react to visitor movement in real-time.
Celeb Magnet: VIP preview attracted more A-listers than Art Basel Miami.
Hollywood’s Abu Dhabi Love Affair
Garfield caught meditating in the Floating Nest light installation.
Blanchett hosted intimate dinner at Louvre Abu Dhabi after tour.
Dyer raved on Instagram: “This makes Stranger Things look tame!”
Behind the Scenes
Security Lockdown: 200+ staff coordinated star arrivals (no paparazzi spills)
Fashion Moments: Klementieff’s glow-in-the-dark Balenciaga stole the scene
Local Collab: Emirates Palace created special gold-leaf desserts for VIP guests
By The Numbers
▸ 3,000 moving LED panels creating infinite landscapes.
▸ 8 Oscar nominees among opening night guests.
▸ 40% larger than Tokyo’s TeamLab Planets.
What’s Next
Public Opening: March 1 (tickets already 80% sold out).
Celeb Return: Margot Robbie booked for sustainability-themed March event.
Spin-off: MBC developing Art Safari reality show filmed onsite.
This solidifies Abu Dhabi as the Gulf capital of culture—rumors surrounding a permanent residency for TeamLab at Saadiyat Grove.
