Award Voting Opus – International Stage Award

This project was submitted for the categories: Opus - International Stage Award , Opus - Event Lighting, Opus - Immersive Sound, Opus - Camera & Image

"Heaven & Dirt" is the first large-scale concert of the band deca joins, it's also the main concept of the concert that describing how we would spend our time when we have different encounters on the journey of life. Therefore, the stage design transformed "Round Sky and Square Earth" into a physical symbol, using a huge circular lighting structure which spans over the heads of the audience to form the main space on the top, and moving rectangular LED screens to depict the ground to achieve the effect that the artists can be visually covered by the video. The focus is on how to give the audience an impressive yet simple and powerful visual experience.

deca joins’ music can be categorized in today's market as non-mainstream, artistic and poetic. Therefore, the aesthetic design and presentation of this concert is different from a typical one.

technology:

LED:

600 pieces LED of Gloshine's LC 7.81 were used which have a slotted design, enhancing visibility with a semi-transparent, layered effect.

Lighting＆Laser:

The lighting design for this show is intentionally unique, using only three types of lighting fixtures paired with lasers to evoke the atmosphere of the music. The fixtures are arranged around the circular truss structure, creating a visual pairing of the circular form representing the show’s theme with the rectangular shape of the LED screens. A custom wave-shaped reflective mirror was also created to produce unique laser refraction effects.

• ACME AECO20 x38
• ACME CM S2 x132
• ACME TB-1230 QW x138
• 30W Full Color RGB Laser x5
• Reflective mirror x3

This project was submitted for the categories: Opus - International Stage Award  und Opus - Immersive Sound

Heilung's performance at Roskilde Festival 2024 marked the first time a large scale live concert would be produced in immersive audio on the festival. The goal was to create a space that is inclusive, drawing in the audience even more in the actual performance. This could be the future for making concerts in a different way, creating a circle with sound around everyone present. Every Heilung ritual aims to include the audience into the ritual and with the immersive setup at Roskilde Festival 2024 we took another step in this direction. The collaboration between Meyer Sound, Roskilde Festival and Heilung proved very strong the audience will always remember.

The preparations for this setup took months of hard work from all parties involved, but with this project we have made an exciting new format work on a very large scale and we are also now able to scale this both up and down.

This project was submitted for the categories: Opus - International Stage Award , Opus - Event Lighting, Opus - Immersive Sound, Opus - Camera & Image

“#5525" is a large-scale tour by Mayday for their 25th anniversary. The program cleverly integrated the memories between the fans and Mayday, leading them to travel through time and space with music.

Breaking away from the previous 2D screen, the stage has a 12-meter diameter and five 5-meter 3D LED spheres with 13,000 pieces of special-specification LED. Their surfaces are seamlessly spliced together to create a three-dimensional space where images can be seen more clearly. As the performance progresses, it can be an earth, moon, balloon, etc., or a soul, brainwave, memory. The visualization method visualizes the music and allows the singer to interact with the stage, making the performance more powerful. The console area was integrated into the stage design as a hemisphere while the base of the stage is also equipped with LED, which can extend the images to match the spheres.

It’s a complete storytelling, sound, and light-integrated design experience, featuring original version and new arrangements songs. In addition to the sensory effects such as lights & lasers, the band's history and fans' memories are also interspersed in the video content. This kind of emotional resonance is the most fascinating part of the concert, as it doesn’t intentionally create a nostalgic and sentimental atmosphere, but rather reveals the common memory between the band and the fans inadvertently.

Technology:

＊Video：

Video equipment supplier：

B'in Live Co., Ltd.、Shenzhen Showho Technology Co., Ltd、Xuancai audio-visual

＊Lighting：

• Grand MA3
• ACME
• ACME
• Fine-Art 440 BSW(30ch) x48
• Fine-Art 470 BSW(30ch) x34
• EK H 1 Follow spot x8
• Longda LQ5000L 5K Follow spot x14
• ACME
• EK Collider x100

Lighting equipment supplier：SHANGHAI KEEN SUCCESS SOUND AND LIGHTING EQUIPMENT CO.,LTD.

＊Audio：

PA System:

• L Acoustics

Monitor System:

• L Acoustics

FOH Console:

• SSL L650
• SSL Remote Tile

Monitor Console:

• SSL L550 Plus

＊Stage：

• Main stage: width 90m x height 28m x depth 25m with 10 Stage Lifts.
• Catwalk: total length 28m
• Sub-stage: Circular stage with rotating and lifting mechanisms.

This project was submitted for the categories: Opus - International Stage Award , Opus - Event Lighting, Opus - Immersive Sound

Murmuration is an innovative and captivating choreographic masterpiece that pushes the boundaries of artistic expression through synchronized dance and tutting. Created by Sadeck Waff, the performance draws inspiration from the harmonious movements of bird murmurations, exploring the beauty of human geometry in perpetual motion. Each sequence offers a unique visual and emotional experience, blending mathematical precision with poetic physicality.

Innovation is at the heart of Murmuration, with intricate geometric shapes brought to life through a perfectly orchestrated collective choreography that mesmerizes and immerses the audience. The show celebrates inclusiveness and diversity, showcasing dancers from various backgrounds, reflecting the richness of human collaboration.

Sustainability is a cornerstone of the project, integrating responsible production practices and prioritizing locally sourced designs for costumes and set elements. With its experiential character, Murmuration transcends traditional dance codes, turning each performance into a celebration of the connections between art, nature, and humanity.

The audience is invited to redefine their perception of movement and marvel at the delicate, harmonious balance of collective creation.

This project was submitted for the category: Opus - International Stage Award

The stage is a magical place where the boundaries between reality and fantasy become blurred. The stage of the Komische Oper Berlin became the setting for a magical production of the musical Chicago.

Michael Levine, as the set designer, perfectly realised the wishes of star director Barry Kosky. This work became an unforgettable experience not only because of the brilliant performance, but also because of an innovative lighting design that used unique 24V LED bulbs.

The 7000 pieces of special LED bulbs were chosen not only for their impressive number, but also for their technological sophistication.

Each bulb was equipped with state-of-the-art 24V LED technology to ensure precise control and dimming. Flicker-free technology was crucial to ensure a seamless and pleasant visual experience for the audience.

Flicker-free means that the 24V LED bulbs are operated at a frequency that cannot be perceived by the human eye. This results in flicker-free lighting that is not only easy on the eyes but also creates an immersive atmosphere.

Lighting control, supported by 1500 customised control electronics, made it possible to individually control and dim each LED bulb. This not only created an impressive visual presentation but also gave each scene of the musical a unique atmosphere.

This project was submitted for the category: Opus - International Stage Award

The Hungarian State Opera presented the piece in the Eiffel Art Studios, the largest hall complex in Hungarian railway history from the 1880s. A unique rehearsal and production centre has been created there, with rehearsal stages, workshops, a ballet studio and three stages with flexible seating. The performance took place in the centrepiece of the complex, the central hall, as a large-scale installation for 400 spectators. The entire space, over 50m long, was linked scenically and used innovatively: with only a few, targeted means and the extensive use of standard materials, a sustainable scenographic solution was created. The spectator grandstand was put together from modular segments of the standard grandstand, which was designed by the State Opera itself. The huge original locomotive with attached dining car in the hall was also used to enhance the experience of this production. The result was an experimental theatre design that offered the audience an unprecedented sense of closeness: the orchestra was also placed in the middle of the action.

Chorus scenes and other acts were performed live on the Bánffy stage, which is directly adjacent to the hall, and transmitted to the hall via live video and sound. Under the direction of opera director András Almási-Tóth, set, light and video designer Sebastian Hannak, conductor Gergely Vajda and costume designer Richárd Márton, a spectacular opera production was created for a new audience. An extensive technical team took care of the smooth networking and coordination of video, lighting, sound and the open scenic transformations in this unusual arrangement. Live camera operators accompanied both the scenes in the hall and those transmitted from the Bánffy stage. The singers wore microports that allowed for consistent sound throughout the entire length of the hall. Three huge LED screens for live video, images and subtitles hung from the high hall ceiling opposite the audience. So did two 40-metre-long trusses with the lighting, which consisted exclusively of moving lights. The hall was draped with a red velvet curtain on the long sides, which also had an acoustic advantage, as well as with a painted backdrop over 70m long, inspired by a historic Chinese scroll painting. This vibrant and immersive production created a fascinating, multi-layered experience.

This project was submitted for the category: Opus - International Stage Award

In a groundbreaking fusion of classical opera and cutting-edge technology, flora&faunavisions presents the world's first digital ‘Ring Cycle’ – a revolutionary 15-hour production of Richard Wagner's ‘Ring of the Nibelung’. This reimagining transports the classic into a contemporary fantasy world with 83 musicians, 102 voices and 200 people behind the scenes. The innovative set design includes movable LED screens and a seven-metre-high, 3D-scanned bonsai tree as a special highlight in ‘Die Walküre’. The Ring Cycle consists of four parts: ‘Das Rheingold’, ‘Die Walküre’, ‘Siegfried’ and ‘Götterdämmerung’. The production combines traditional opera theatre with technology through motion sensors, interactive costumes and synchronised animations. Spread over eight days, the production allows audiences to immerse themselves in one of the four operas every other evening.

With a team of 83 musicians, 102 singers and 200 behind-the-scenes staff, this production is a monumental achievement. flora&faunavisions sets new standards in set design through the creative use of digital technology, creating an immersive and dynamic backdrop. Giant LED screens dominate the stage, with back and side panels that are choreographed and seamlessly moved. These panels, which can move spatially, react dynamically to the live performance, transforming the stage into a responsive visual landscape.

This project was submitted for the category: Opus - International Stage Award

M O N O L I T E is a light installation that was on display as part of the ‘Aljoscha Höhn Event Night’ in December 2023 at Böhlerwerke in Düsseldorf. The light column, which was located in the welcome area of the event location, invited viewers to linger and be inspired. Capturing light in space, making it tangible and creating irritation, presenting the medium of light as a finite beam was the impulse behind the idea. The M O N O L I T E can be both restrained and impulsive. It gave the impression of dancing and interacting with its viewers, while in other phases of the evening it could be seen as a still life.

The M O N O L I T E is an installation consisting of 16 beam moving lights arranged in a tight 4x4 grid on the floor, as well as moving mirrors mirrored in the same axis horizontally to the spotlights. The moving mirrors are suspended from a C1 truss system which provides a further axis for deflecting the light beams. Fog machines were installed at the base of the installation to make the light beams visible, and loudspeakers were also placed there, to whose sounds the light object reacted. Clay Paky Xtylos were used as moving lights and Clay Paky REFLECTXION were specified as moving mirrors. The lighting system was controlled by a GrandMA3, while the C1 system was supplied by Movecat.

This project was submitted for the category: Opus – Camera & Image

In her ARD programme Maischberger, Sandra Maischberger moderates current political and social topics, whereby she has a variety of guests from politics, business and society for controversial discussions. The programme is characterised by in-depth analyses in which different perspectives are highlighted. This gives viewers an opportunity to engage intensively with relevant topics.

This project was submitted for the category: Opus – Camera & Image

The ZDF programme for Election Night in the USA 2024 offered more than six hours of live coverage from 5 to 6 November, with viewers learning the first figures and data directly from the USA. Moderator Shakuntala Banerjee led viewers through the information night, which was accompanied by discussions, analyses and assessments. Guests included America expert Claus Kleber and science journalist Mai Thi Nguyen-Kim. ZDF USA correspondent Elmar Theveßen and ‘auslandsjournal’ presenter Antje Pieper were live from the roof of a hotel opposite the White House. With guests from politics, entertainment, science and society, the election in the USA was comprehensively examined.

This project was submitted for the category: Opus – Camera & Image

The DFL/Sportcast Bundesliga football is the top division of German men's football and is one of the most important football competitions worldwide. It consists of 18 teams that play against each other over the course of a season to win the championship title. The DFL (Deutsche Fußball Liga) organises the league, while Sportcast is responsible for broadcasting and marketing the matches. With high-class football and a large fan base, the Bundesliga regularly provides thrilling matches and exciting seasons.

This project was submitted for the category: Opus - Immersive Sound

Visitor transforms real-time cosmic phenomena into shimmering sonic cascades.

Muons - ancient subatomic particles birthed in the depths of the cosmos -
are translated into light and sound through a bespoke detector suspended in the venue. Each muon travels unfathomable distances, for millions of light years, from black holes or exploding stars.  As it arrives, its energy sets off a kinetic reaction; igniting a sensory spectacle across a 65-metre structure suspended in the darkness. Eight strategically positioned speakers immerse the audience in an otherworldly spatial symphony.

Visitor blurs the line between art and science, technology and magic,
by exploring scale, distance and connection. A merging of the cosmic and the terrestrial, Visitor invites audiences to contemplate the vastness of the universe,  the fragility of our existence within it, and the mystery of the unseen forces around us.

The installation relies heavily on bespoke technology created especially for the project. This includes hacked versions of the cosmic watch to create our own cosmic ray detector, which can transmute live cosmic ray data into MIDI and DMX, which is then used to trigger sounds and lighting. The cosmic ray detector uses an Arduino and is interfaced using Processing.

For the compositions and generative soundscapes, it is relied on Ableton Live and created bespoke Max for Live devices to select samples and a constantly shifting array of sonic palettes. 

This project was submitted for the category: Opus - International Stage Award

Particle Dance is a unique collaboration between artists, dancers, musicians, technologists and scientists.

The performance takes place inside and around Particle Shrine, a generative installation that captures cosmic rays in five detectors and converts the energy into sound, light and vibrations. Cosmic rays are mysterious subatomic particles from deep in the cosmos.
Scientists are constantly studying them to uncover the mysteries of the universe.

Real-time readings of these curious particles control the lights during the performance,
which influences the choreography and composition.

The result is an extraordinary, 30-minute, semi-improvised contemporary dance and music performance where sound, movement and real-time particle physics data explores these fascinating concepts. This piece was created in collaboration with a multi-generational cast of 17 dancers and 12 musicians over a series of community workshops. The premiere took place at Magna Science Adventure Centre, UK. A range of new technology and techniques were employed in this installation.

The installation relies heavily on bespoke technology created especially for the project. This includes hacked versions of the cosmic watch, which can transmute live cosmic ray data into MIDI and DMX, which is then used to trigger sounds, vibrations, lighting and projections. The compositions are mixed by using d&b soundscape system, to create a fully immersive sonic experience. 

It relied on Ableton Live and was created with bespoke Max for Live devices to select samples and a constantly shifting array of sonic palettes. The sounds are interfaced by using Dante. The piece also uses an Arduino in each detector, and the whole thing relies on a bespoke patch in Processing to connect all the elements.