Challenges
After the industry renowned dramas of the Jerry Lewis visit in 2010 with a different audiovisual supplier it was highly critical and constantly emphasised in the lead up that in 2011 there was not to be the same technical issues. Event Equipment worked diligently with Jerry’s touring team and where critical supplied back up technical to ensure all potential problems were eliminated. To tie the extensive technical component in with the styling of the room so that it was transparent and didn’t detract from the overall room look. With many layers and greatly varied entertainment throughout the night, it was critical to produce then deliver a thorough rehearsal schedule so strict run sheet times could be adhered to on the evening. To work closely with the venue to ensure the technical schedule and floor plan fit in with their banquet set up. The room was stretched to capacity so all components needed to be covered thoroughly from the second we arrived on site to the last moments as Event Equipment departed – 25 hours in total.
Results
The event was a huge success with guests thoroughly enjoying the stylish affair. The stage styling complemented the room perfectly. Perfect Events were elated as Jerry Lewis delivered a complete, technically flawless show without a single issue. After a hectic rehearsal schedule in the afternoon the professional Event Equipment team delivered each component that evening with precision excellence.
Event Equipments responsibilities for this event included:
- Large scale lighting design to work within the room, emphasis the stage styling and provide plenty of variety for the many layers of entertainment.
- A vision component that included 4 screens, 4 high-end projectors, complex switching equipment and 2 x manned camera locations to capture the entire event.
- The Stage styling had elements of a Las Vegas feel, which we designed, pitched, manufactured and delivered. ntertainment.
- Coordinate a thorough audio system where even distribution for guest satisfaction was critical. It also needed to accommodate a variety of entertainment requirements.
- Project Management worked closely with the client to take out the stress of those technical aspects.
- Venue liaison to ensure all parties knew their roles in delivering not just a flawless event, but all aspects from load in to bump out.
Client Feedback
The Event Equipment team did an amazing job! Jason is the best! The room looked fantastic from the stage set through to the powerful lighting. Jason's coordination in the lead up to the event made my job and life so much easier. Then on the night the technical team delivered a show that was flawless and seamless which was critical with such a big name performer such as Jerry Lewis. Another perfect event!
Liliana Sanelli, Managing Director, Perfect Events
