Atlantis Entertainment
| Company type | Private |
|---|---|
| Industry | Media production |
| Founded | 2016 |
| Founder | Nuno Bettencourt, Rene Rigal, Steven Schuurman |
| Headquarters | United States |
Atlantis Entertainment is a U.S.-based media production firm established in 2016 by Nuno Bettencourt, Rene Rigal, and Steven Schuurman.
History
Back in 2005, Bettencourt conceived the idea of a concert that would merge musical performance with environmental consciousness, selecting a volcanic crater located in Sete Cidades, on São Miguel in the Azores, honoring his Azorean heritage. To guarantee minimal ecological impact and achieve carbon neutrality, Atlantis Entertainment commissioned environmental assessments. Although initially scheduled for 2020, the event's launch was postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
The concert was eventually held on June 23–24, 2022, showcasing performers including Black Eyed Peas, Bush, Gabriela, Julian Lennon, Mod Sun, Pitbull, a virtual appearance by Queen + Adam Lambert, Nicole Scherzinger, a virtual performance by Sting, and Stone Temple Pilots. The occasion also brought attention to environmental organizations such as The Ocean Cleanup and was broadcast live through the platform Veeps.