Fri, 09 Sep 2011 10:11:06 GMT | By Francis Whittaker
Rugby World Cup 2011: Opening ceremony

Rugby World Cup opening ceremony

Rugby World Cup opening ceremony, dancers with sails (© REUTERS/Jacky Naegelen)
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The ceremony was steeped in reference's to New Zealand's past. It began with a representation of the Maori myth of separation of earth and sky. After which, giant, sail-like objects entered the arena to portray the arrival of settlers from across the globe.

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