Created as an exclusive private celebration, "Project Sourfish" brought together internationally renowned performers for an evening of live entertainment in a bespoke event environment.

Every element of the production was designed to deliver a premium but intimate guest experience while meeting the technical expectations of A-list artists and their touring teams.

Evolution was entrusted with the complete Technical production, managing staging, rigging, professional audio, lighting, video playback and show infrastructure to create a system capable of supporting multiple live performances.

The Challenge

Unlike a traditional concert, the production combined the expectations of a major live performance with the flexibility required for a private event.

The venue had to accommodate multiple artists, changing technical riders and rehearsals, while maintaining a polished environment for invited guests.

With a compressed production schedule, every technical system from staging and rigging to lighting, audio and video had to be installed, integrated and fully commissioned within a single day, leaving sufficient time for rehearsals before the event.

The Solution

Evolution developed a purpose-built production environment centred around a Litec ground-supported stage and truss system, providing a secure platform for lighting, audio and performance equipment. Professional sound reinforcement, dynamic lighting and video playback systems were integrated into a unified production workflow, ensuring every performance was supported by reliable technical infrastructure.

Behind the scenes, a dedicated fibre-based Luminex AVL network connected the production systems, allowing efficient signal distribution and communication between departments while providing the flexibility needed to accommodate live show changes throughout the evening.

Delivery Highlights 

• Delivered complete technical production for a private entertainment event.
• Installed a Litec ground-supported stage and truss structure.
• Designed and deployed a professional concert audio system using HK Audio line arrays and L-Acoustics amplification.
• Supplied Shure PSM 1000 in-ear monitoring and professional stage monitoring systems.
• Created a dynamic lighting design using Robe, Chauvet and Astera fixtures.
• Managed lighting control through High End Road Hog consoles.
• Delivered professional video playback systems for live show content.
• Integrated a Luminex fibre network for AVL signal distribution and system control.
• Completed installation, commissioning and artist rehearsals within a single production day.

Outcome

Project Sourfish delivered a refined live entertainment experience that combined technical expertise with the flexibility required for a private, high-profile celebration. From rehearsals through to the final performance, every production element operated reliably, allowing artists and organizers to focus entirely on the guest experience.

The project demonstrated Evolution's ability to deliver premium entertainment productions under demanding schedules while maintaining the production standards expected for international live performances.

Project Ecosystem

Client:

Private Client 

Evolution Technical:

Delivered the complete technical production, including staging, rigging, professional audio, lighting, video playback, AVL networking, stage management and on-site technical support for the live entertainment programme.

Evolution Site Services:

Provided temporary power infrastructure, primary power distribution and secondary distribution boards (DBs) to support the concert stage, entrance feature, DJ maze and all technical production systems across the entertainment areas.

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