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The sequences of a gala evening
Each sequence has its atmosphere, programmed in advance and triggered at the right moment.
Welcome and reception
Warm lighting atmosphere, discreet background music, announcement sound and photocall lighting.
Dinner
Wall uplighting, table lighting, a music level that lets guests converse without shouting.
Speeches and awards
Stage and floor microphones, profile spots on the lectern, wide even light for group photographs.
Highlights
Mood shift, followspot on the winners, cold sparks and synchronised effects.
Learn more →Musical entertainment
Sound for orchestra or DJ, monitors for the performers and dynamic dance floor lighting.
Dressing the venue
Illumination of facades, patios and welcome areas to extend the atmosphere outdoors.
Learn more →The light that flatters, the light that betrays
At a prestige evening, lighting must enhance the guests: warm sources, soft angles, no harsh frontal fixture and no saturated colour on the tables. Badly considered lighting hardens faces and ruins the photographs everyone will publish.
So we keep pronounced effects for the stage sequences and the dance floor, and hold the dinner to worked but discreet lighting, at a level where guests can see each other and photographers can work.
Coordination with the master of ceremonies
The rhythm of a gala depends on synchronisation between the master of ceremonies, the sound position, the lighting position and video. So we establish a shared technical run sheet with the cues for every sequence, and we stay in direct contact throughout the evening.
A technical rehearsal in the late afternoon, however short, is enough to remove most of the hesitation — it is the best investment of the day.
Typical gala package
- Room sound and stage microphones
- Uplighting and table lighting
- Profile spots on the lectern and award area
- Followspot for the winners
- Synchronised effects on the highlights
- Sound and lighting operators in contact with the stage
Frequently asked questions
Can you light a photocall?
Yes, with soft, even lighting that avoids cast shadows and produces images usable by the press and on social media.
Do you handle video playback during the evening?
Yes, with LED screens or video projection, video control and synchronisation with sound and light.
Is a rehearsal needed before the evening?
We recommend it systematically, even thirty minutes. It prevents timing gaps and reassures the participants.
An event to amplify or to light?
Tell us your venue, your date and your guest count: we send you a costed technical proposal within 24 hours.