For the Kerzner Global Conference Awards Gala 2022, Evolution Technical were appointed to deliver the complete AVL solution for the awards ceremony and gala dinner at One&Only Royal Mirage Fort, Dubai.

The brief called for a fully ground-supported production that combined premium live event technology with elegant architectural lighting, creating an immersive environment that reflected the prestige of the Kerzner brand.

The production supported award presentations, speeches, live entertainment and evening celebrations within a sophisticated outdoor setting.

The Challenge

Producing a premium outdoor gala required a technical solution that balanced high-performance live production with refined visual design.

The audio system needed to provide consistent coverage for speeches, awards presentations and live performances across the open-air venue, while the lighting design had to enhance both the stage and the surrounding architecture. The production also required a stable ground-supported structure capable of supporting the complete AVL system without compromising the venue's aesthetics.

Integrating architectural lighting, wireless performance systems and special effects into one seamless production demanded careful planning and technical coordination.

The Solution

Evolution Technical designed and delivered a fully integrated AVL solution centred around a Litec aluminium ground-supported truss system, providing a stable and visually clean platform for the production equipment.

Audio reinforcement was delivered using L-Acoustics speaker arrays powered by LA12X amplifiers, ensuring clear and even sound coverage throughout the venue. HK Audio floor wedges provided stage monitoring, while Shure RF wireless microphone systems supported speeches and award presentations. Performers were equipped with Shure PSM 1000 wireless in-ear monitoring systems, allowing unrestricted movement while maintaining exceptional audio quality.

Lighting combined both performance and architectural elements. Astera Titan Tubes and Astera AX5 fixtures created ambient lighting and enhanced the event décor, while Robe and Chauvet fixtures formed the core performance lighting rig. The façade of the venue was mapped using Robe fixtures with custom mashrabiya gobos to deliver dynamic architectural lighting sequences synchronized with the evening's programme.

Lighting control was managed using a High End Full Boar 4 console integrated with Swisson Wireless DMX, providing reliable control while minimizing visible cabling throughout the venue.

To enhance key award presentations, cold spark machines were incorporated into the production, adding dramatic visual moments that elevated the audience experience without detracting from the event's elegant atmosphere.

Delivery Highlights 

• Complete AVL production
• Ground-supported Litec aluminium truss system
• L-Acoustics line array audio system
• LA12X amplifier platform
• HK Audio stage monitoring
• Shure RF wireless microphone system
• Shure PSM 1000 in-ear monitoring
• Robe and Chauvet performance lighting
• Astera Titan Tubes and AX5 lighting.
• Venue façade architectural lighting
• High End Full Boar 4 lighting console
• Swisson Wireless DMX control
• Cold spark special effects
• Technical installation, programming and show operation

Outcome

The completed production delivered a sophisticated awards gala that combined exceptional audio quality, immersive lighting and dynamic visual effects within an elegant outdoor environment.

By integrating premium AVL technology with architectural lighting and live performance systems, Evolution Technical created a seamless production that supported every aspect of the event, from award presentations and speeches to live entertainment and gala celebrations. The project highlights Evolution's expertise in delivering high-end corporate event productions where technical excellence and guest experience are equally important.

Project Ecosystem

Client:

Kerzner International

Venue

One&Only Royal Mirage

Dubai, UAE

Evolution Technical:

Technical Production • Audio Systems • Lighting Design • Architectural Lighting • Live Performance Support • RF Systems • Wireless Audio • Show Control • Special Effects • Technical Installation & Operation

Evolution Scenic:

Stage Build 

Evolution Site Services:

Power Distribution 

Evolution Furniture:

Full furniture and decor

As Expo 2020 Dubai drew to a close, the grand finale unfolded beneath the iconic Al Wasl Dome, combining spectacular lighting, water effects and live performance in one of the world's most watched ceremonies.

Working in collaboration with Aquatique, Evolution Technical and Evolution Scenic were appointed to design, engineer and integrate a bespoke LED lighting system for the suspended Expo Ring - a signature scenic element that combined custom fabricated synchronized lighting with choreographed water effects.

In addition to the Expo Ring, Evolution delivered several custom-fabricated show props, including an automated Oud burner and an illuminated spacesuit, adding further theatrical moments to the ceremony.

The Challenge

The production required multiple bespoke technical solutions that combined scenic fabrication, electronics, automation and show integration within a live broadcast environment.

The suspended Expo Ring needed to operate reliably above the performance area while remaining lightweight, waterproof and fully controllable through wireless DMX. Every lighting effect had to synchronise with the surrounding water choreography and live production.

Alongside the main installation, custom scenic props required integrated lighting, smoke effects and reliable control systems while remaining practical for performers during the live show.

The Solution

Working alongside Aquatique Show, Evolution Scenic + Evolution Technical designed and fabricated a modular Expo Ring consisting of ten individual segments, each engineered with integrated LED panels positioned above and below the structure. Four different-sized RGBW LED rings were incorporated into the design, creating layered lighting effects that complemented the surrounding fountain choreography.

The complete system operated using wireless DMX control powered by high-capacity 24V battery systems, eliminating the need for visible cabling while maintaining complete lighting flexibility. Each segment incorporated a bespoke control box containing DMX-controllable LED decoders, with RDM technology providing real-time fixture verification and reliable system monitoring.

To ensure durability within the water environment, flexible silicone LED profiles protected the lighting elements from moisture, while custom 24-pin military-grade connectors enabled rapid assembly and dependable transmission of power and DMX data. Structural integrity was maintained using engineered hook clamps and secondary safety systems throughout the suspended installation.

Evolution  also designed and fabricated a series of bespoke performance props for the ceremony. A custom automated Oud burner incorporated a compact handheld micro-fogger controlled via a bespoke electronic circuit, delivering programmable smoke effects at predetermined intervals. Internal steel scrubbers were integrated to prolong smoke retention and enhance the visual effect, while RGB status indicators provided simple operational feedback.

An illuminated performance spacesuit was also produced, incorporating integrated LED strips and an onboard power supply to create dynamic lighting effects during the live performance.

Together, these custom scenic and technical elements formed an integral part of the closing ceremony's visual storytelling, combining engineering, automation and fabrication into one seamless production.

Delivery Highlights 

• Custom LED integration for the Expo Ring
• Bespoke scenic fabrication
• Wireless DMX lighting control
• Modular ten-segment suspended LED structure
• RGBW LED ring system
• 24V battery-powered lighting system
• Custom electronic control systems
• RDM fixture monitoring
• Military-grade connector integration
• Waterproof LED protection system
• Automated Oud burner with programmable smoke effects
• Custom LED performance spacesuit
• Technical engineering, fabrication and commissioning

Outcome

The completed Expo Ring became one of the defining visual features of the Expo 2020 Dubai Closing Ceremony, seamlessly integrating synchronised LED lighting with the spectacular water show beneath Al Wasl Dome.

The bespoke scenic props—including the automated Oud burner and illuminated spacesuit—added further theatrical impact, demonstrating Evolution's ability to merge engineering, automation and creative fabrication into technically sophisticated live event solutions.

By combining custom electronics, scenic fabrication and specialist show technology, Evolution Technical and Evolution Scenic delivered innovative production elements that contributed to one of the world's most significant live event ceremonies.

Project Ecosystem

Client:

Five Currents LLC

Venue

Al Wasl Dome, Expo 2020 Dubai

Dubai, UAE

Evolution Technical:

LED Systems • Show Control • Wireless DMX • Electronics Engineering • Automation • Technical Integration • Installation & Commissioning

Evolution Scenic:

Giant Gold Ring Fabrication • Integrated Rain Curtain Structure • Water Tank Integration • Gold Finish • Aerial Scenic Installation • Structural Testing • Al Wasl Dome Rigging Coordination