Looking ahead to the 2014 Winter Olympics Opening Ceremony

SOCHI, Russia — All eyes are on Russia, as the host city of Sochi is set to host the Opening Ceremony on Friday night.

The 2014 Winter Games began Thursday, but the Opening Ceremony officially kicks off the event.

The production designer for the show promises a show complete with massive set pieces.

• IOC president: 'It's time it finally starts'

There’s only ONE place you can watch the Opening Ceremony -- on Channel 11 beginning at 7:30 p.m.

For more, visit NBCOlympics.com.

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