On December 3, TXT bid a sweet farewell to their global fans, MOA, as they concluded their world tour 'ACT: SWEET MIRAGE' with a grand finale at Gocheok Sky Dome in Seoul. Expressing their gratitude and reflecting on the journey, members Huening Kai and Beomgyu shared their sentiments about the memorable experience that spanned 15 cities across the globe.
TXT embarked on their world tour in March, captivating audiences in cities like Singapore, Japan, and the United States. The members reminisced about the sweetness of meeting MOA worldwide, describing the experience as both heartwarming and surreal. Despite the swift passage of time, the bond formed with fans felt like a magical moment.
As the final notes resonated in the Gocheok Sky Dome, the members expressed overwhelming joy at achieving this milestone with their fans. Beomgyu shared, "Right now, in this moment, the joy of accomplishing this with MOA and the five of us is the best. I've been truly happy for the past six months."
The two-day finale featured an innovative stage setup with online live streaming, providing global fans the opportunity to enjoy the spectacle. The virtual experience offered a main screen along with individual screens for each member, creating an immersive concert environment. The stage design included elements like a carousel descending from the sky, waterfalls, an antique train, and a shipwreck, providing a tangible and visually stunning experience for viewers.
The stage boasted a massive central LED display and a U-shaped ceiling LED, adding depth and dimension to the performances. The members, in their prince-like outfits during the opening, set the tone for a fairy-tale-like performance that unfolded throughout the concert.
Performing over 20 songs, including tracks from their third full-length album released in October, the members took fans on a journey that ranged from intimate encounters to spectacular presentations. The concert featured special moments such as fan interaction during "LO$ER=LO♡ER" and exclusive performances of "Chasing That Feeling" and "Skipping Stones" during the finale.
For selected songs like "Blue Hour," "Farewell Neverland," "Good Boy Gone Bad" and "Blue Spring," scents corresponding to each song were released into the venue, creating a multi-sensory experience for the audience.
During the concert, tears welled up in the eyes of member Yeonjun, who shared a touching moment expressing pride and gratitude towards the fans. He mentioned the challenges of sleeping next to a space heater during their early years and conveyed his amazement at now performing in front of a massive audience.
Looking ahead, Taehyun revealed, "I understand that the success of the six-month tour wasn't solely because of us. We will repay the love with our third world tour scheduled for next year."
As the curtains close on 'ACT: SWEET MIRAGE', TXT leaves behind a trail of unforgettable memories, cementing their status as global K-pop sensations and promising more spectacular performances in the future.
Now that the tour is over, I hope they will start attending year end award shows again. They’ve only been to one.