latest news headlines
Countdown Set for a New Tenure
Stage One has helped to usher in a new era of the cult show, Countdown, by providing a fresh modern set to accompany the new series, which launched on 12th January hosted by two new presenters.
Working with the producers of the show, Channel 4, and production designer, Nick King, Stage One were responsible for providing Countdown with its most expansive and stylish set to date, demonstrating Channel 4's commitment to the continuing success of the show, which has been running since 1982.
Stage One were responsible for providing new presenter and contestant desks and building the large set backing panels. These panels were mounted on to trucks in order to enable a smooth transition between shows as they are moved in and out of the studio.
The company also provided a central floor motif for the set that consisted of a backlit polycarbonate graphic, along with incorporating further backlit graphic elements throughout. They also refurbished several existing items, including the iconic Countdown clock, before installing the set in the YTV studios in Leeds.
Steve Dolan, account director, Stage One, said: "It's always good to get involved with something as high profile as Countdown and we thoroughly enjoyed bringing Nick's innovative and challenging design to life."
14th January 2009
HEADLINES
news archive
search stories
FOOTNOTE: Select the news type you require in the red band above; this will enable you to see the current news stories from that section
© 1999 - 2012 Entertainment Technology Press Limited News Stories
