San Marino’s Eurovision 2026 representative, Senhit, held her first rehearsal in Vienna with the song “Superstar.” Stay tuned for all updates from Austria.
The first rehearsal of Senhit together with global star Boy George for the song “Superstar” on the Eurovision 2026 stage in Vienna, Austria, did not look like an ordinary run-through, but like a performance already polished for the Grand Final. From the very first moment, it is clear that the San Marino delegation has come to stand out, bringing four dancers and a particularly intriguing addition. A special guest joins the stage, perfectly embodying the song’s message – the global superstar himself, Boy George.
Senhit, performing as song number 13 in the semi-final, appears confident and precise in her movements, with every glance and every step carefully timed. The on-stage connection between her and Boy George feels natural, almost inevitable, as if this performance had been crafted over many years. Their interaction generates interest from the very first seconds.
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The stage is filled with chrome and mirrors, while the spotlights have been programmed to shine in rainbow colours, illuminating not only the performers but also the audience. The light reflects off the shiny elements, creating a powerful visual effect that enhances the atmosphere. Senhit’s outfit — a mirrorball-inspired jumpsuit — blends perfectly with the overall concept.
Alongside the dancers, two prominent stage props can also be seen, currently kept under a veil of secrecy. It is clear they are a central part of the overall artistic idea and add curiosity about what will be revealed in the upcoming rehearsals.
A Cinematic Ending on the Catwalk
Towards the end of the song, Senhit and Boy George walk hand in hand along the catwalk, moving away from the main stage. Behind them, columns of pyrotechnics erupt, accompanying the moment as the colourful lighting creates an almost dreamlike feeling. It is a closing image clearly designed to leave a lasting impression.
San Marino presents here a performance that does not rely solely on a catchy song, but builds a complete visual story from beginning to end. When Senhit takes the stage in the Vienna semi-final, she will perform in the same show as Israeli representative Noam Baten — and it already feels as though the battle for attention has begun.
Is this the performance that will steal the spotlight in the semi-final?
San Marino at Eurovision 2026
“Superstar” is the title of the song that will be performed by Senhit, who will represent San Marino as song number 13 in the first semi-final on May 12th in Vienna, Austria. This marks the third time Senhit will compete in Eurovision, following her previous representations for San Marino in 2011 and 2021. In 2020, she was also selected to perform for San Marino, but her participation was cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
The song was written and composed by Senhit and Boy George, whose participation alongside Senhit in the contest is still surrounded by some uncertainty, together with several songwriters who have previously written Eurovision hits: Anderz Wrethov, Thomas Stengaard, Kill J, John Emil Johansson, and Jonathan Bellini. The song is performed entirely in English.
Eurovision 2026: This will be San Marino’s 16th participation in the Eurovision Song Contest. San Marino joined the competition in 2008 and achieved its best result in Eurovision 2019 when the singer Serhat finished in 19th place with the song “Say Na Na Na”.
