Staging a Runway: The Essential Elements for a Successful Event
From fashion shows to beauty pageants, there is nothing quite like a runway show. Whether you are an event manager or an event planner, staging a runway can be daunting and overwhelming. But with the right equipment and planning, your runway will be an absolute showstopper! Let’s break down the essential elements you need to create an amazing stage. The Right Equipment The right equipment is essential for creating a successful runway stage. You will need high-quality staging equipment that can easily accommodate the size of your venue and the number of people attending your event. High-quality staging equipment includes risers, platforms, tents, and LED screens that can all help set the perfect backdrop for your event. When it comes to choosing the right staging equipment for your event, it’s important to do research and work with a reliable rental company like Wright Group Event Services that offers top-notch products with excellent customer service. Rent Staging Equipment Renting staging equipment is often more cost-effective than buying the equipment outright. Not only does renting save time but it also allows you to get exactly what you need without incurring additional costs associated with purchasing new items. When renting staging equipment, make sure to choose pieces that are easy to assemble, break down, and transport so that you don’t have any problems setting up or tearing down at the end of your event. Or even better, work with rental companies like Wright Group Event Services who can handle set up and tear down for you! Lighting Lighting plays a crucial role in setting the atmosphere of any event but especially on a runway stage. You want to ensure that each model has enough light on them while they walk down the catwalk. They will then stand out from their surroundings and ensure they look their best in photograph! Consider investing in good quality lighting fixtures such as spotlights or stage lights that will help bring out all the details of your designs while still creating an interesting mood for your audience. If you are not sure of your uplight, downlight, and spotlight options, contact us. We can give you some insight into the uses for each. Music No runway show would be complete without music! Music sets the tone and energy level of any runway show, helping models feel more confident as they strut down the catwalk and engaging audiences throughout each presentation. Choose music carefully so that it fits within your overall theme and creates an exciting atmosphere both backstage and onstage during presentations! Consider hiring professional DJs or sound technicians who can provide high-quality sound systems or mix tracks specifically tailored to match each designer’s collection so that all eyes stay fixed on every moment of your runway show! In the event, you chose to run your own AV system, Wright Group Event Services has a huge inventory of speakers, microphones, sound mixing equipment, amplifiers, and other sound equipment available to rent. Creating an amazing runway stage requires careful planning and attention to detail – from finding high-quality rental staging equipment to choosing just the right music – but when done correctly it can result in an unforgettable experience for everyone involved! With these essential elements handled properly, you’ll be sure to put on a successful event that both designers and audiences alike will remember fondly long after it ends!
Security Considerations For Main Stage Events
Handling security for corporate or community events can have several pitfalls if not examined thoroughly. Crowd control, traffic flow, and general safety concerns are at the top of the list when beginning an assessment for security at your next event. Here are 5 areas to examine to create a safe and secured space for your guests to have a great time. Understand the venue exit, entry and overall flow well. Establishing boundaries and perimeters with fencing, barricades and/or barrier tape will keep people within a designated area and reduce the need for high levels of security staff. Hire great security personnel with crowd control experience. Your team should be able to guide people and keep the event traffic organized all while maintaining the peace and deescalating any issues that may arise from rowdy guests. Constant communication between security staff is essential. Invest in good communication tools like walkie talkies, then train both company staff and contract staff on uses and expectations for regular communication during the event. Assess your risk. In today’s world, crowd trampling, lone wolf attacks and protests are becoming more common. Determine the level of risk your event may attract and plan accordingly. Security needs will varying depending on the size, theme and even audience population. Working with a professional event coordination company that includes a security team can make all of the difference. Not sure of next steps? Contact the Wright Group Event Services team.
8 Great Colorado Festivals to Celebrate Spring
The spring season is just a few weeks away and Colorado is ready to celebrate. Uncover Colorado shares 8 of our best festivals held during the spring. The Taste of Vail, Cinco de Mayo and the Tellurdie Film Festival are among some of our springtime favorites. This year, be sure to check that each one is still being held. The pandemic put a few of these on hold in 2020 and 2021. Here is hoping we have a full schedule of gatherings this year! whttps://www.uncovercolorado.com/best-colorado-spring-festivals/