Eurovision Song Contest Equipped via Optimal Methods - PRG's Approach Revealed
The Eurovision Song Contest, known for its massive scale and innovative technologies, made history this year by introducing a new product from PRG - the GroundControl Long Throw. This groundbreaking tracking spot, a variant of the GroundControl Followspot System designed for long distances, was used for the first time at the event in Kiev.
Jerry Appelt, the light designer for this year's Eurovision Song Contest, was responsible for incorporating the new technology into the extensive lighting production. He also utilised the PRG Live Entertainment Awards (PRG LEA) stage lighting, in conjunction with bright!, in a production of this scale for the first time at the Eurovision Song Contest.
Four of the 18 GroundControl systems used were GroundControl Long Throw systems, while the remaining 14 were PRG Bad Boy systems. The contest, which reached approximately 200 million viewers annually across Europe, showcased the potential of this new technology on a grand stage.
The Eurovision Song Contest's technical aspects are renowned for their complexity, with collaborations between various technical teams ensuring seamless execution. This year, PRG technology was relied on heavily, with approximately 200 trucks depositing equipment for the contest.
One of the spectacles at the PRG booth at Prolight + Sound 2017 was a performance of the song "DooM" by the band "Foxos", which provided an impressive demo and product show. The PRG ball ballet by Stage Kinetik, with its BlackTrax live tracking system, was another spectacular highlight at the event.
The setup for the Eurovision Song Contest took an impressive four and a half weeks, while tearing it down only took seven days. The contest's scale and complexity are evident in these figures, highlighting the intricate planning and execution required to deliver such a successful event.
For more detailed information about the specific technical aspects of the GroundControl Long Throw at the Eurovision Song Contest, you might need to consult technical reports or press releases from Eurovision events. However, the debut of this new product at such a prestigious event marks an exciting step forward for PRG and the future of lighting technology in live events.
Technology from PRG, including the GroundControl Long Throw, was instrumental in the entertainment spectacle at this year's Eurovision Song Contest. Jerry Appelt, the event's light designer, integrated this new technology into the extensive lighting production, showcasing its potential on a grand scale in the field of entertainment.
