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Blackout at Give it a Name 06

Blackout were engaged to supply and fit out Earls Court 1 for the recent Give it a Name 06 festival. The idea was to create a festival style atmosphere with two different stages, but all within an indoor environment. To achieve this, Blackout worked closely with Andy Redhead, the main production manager for SJM Concerts, who was responsible for the overall design and layout. The main area which featured the stages and the catering points was deliberately left open to create an atmosphere where people could sit at the bars and watch the bands.

The success of the event was not in doubt as it was visited by 26,000 young people over the weekend. Among the acts appearing were My Chemical Romance who headlined on Saturday, and Lost Prophets who were the main act on Sunday. This showcase of emo/punk type bands built on the success of a similar event last year, but this time was expanded to feature 26 established and emerging acts over the full two day event.

Kevin Monks, Blackout’s project manager said that attention to detail was important. “We enclosed the stage areas, and then for the seating we hung drapes from the mother grid and first floor rails to give the whole venue a tented feel. At the same time we managed to mask light spill from the bars and catering outlets to create a unique atmosphere for this indoor space.” This was especially important as this was the first time such an event had been staged without secondary safety barriers.

Blackout and Earls Court are no strangers as was confirmed by Q. Willis, technical manager for Earls Court Olympia. “Blackout did a fantastic job. We have worked with them in the past including The Brits, and only use Blackout to do our draping. They make it work for you!”

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Blackout at Give it a Name 06

14th July 2006

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