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What Does a Sound System Consist Of?
08/03/2022
When you’re seeking a sound system to support an event, it’s easy to get overwhelmed. There are a lot of […]
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Sound
08/03/2022
When you’re seeking a sound system to support an event, it’s easy to get overwhelmed. There are a lot of […]
AdviceVirtual Events
21/01/2022
Virtual events are becoming more and more popular in the business world. They offer an alternative to live events that […]
AdviceGeneral Interest
30/12/2021
Acknowledging the hard work of your staff is key in maintaining a positive company culture and morale. After all, employees […]
AdviceCorporate EventsStaging & Set
08/10/2021
Great set and stage design for corporate events can be tricky to get right and is often overlooked. Many hosts […]
Corporate Events
31/08/2021
Running a corporate event can bring attention and prestige to a company. It’s an effective promotion tool and a wonderful […]
AdviceLighting
05/08/2021
If you’re putting on any sort of performance or show, stage lighting will be an important factor to get right. […]
AdviceMusic Events
27/05/2021
Festivals are a beloved way to relax, celebrate and enjoy yourself during the great British summertime. We’re all familiar with […]
Hybrid EventsVirtual Events
25/05/2021
Over the past year or so, people have adapted tremendously quickly to online events – from casual online quiz nights […]
NewsVirtual Events
29/04/2021
It’s safe to say that the pandemic has changed the way we work for good. Not only has it impacted […]
Event ProductionVirtual Events
25/02/2021
Virtual events can appear to be technical in their structure and set up, although at Stage Connections, we’re on hand […]
AdviceLive StreamingVirtual Events
10/02/2021
The show must go on and with a Stage Connections live streaming events package you can create something memorable and […]
AdviceAV EquipmentVirtual Events
25/01/2021
A good PA system, show stopping lighting and a custom set design are what you’d previously call for when planning […]
AdviceConferencesLive StreamingVirtual Events
16/12/2020
Virtual events are fast becoming a popular approach in place of live events held in person. If you are considering […]
AdviceVirtual Events
22/10/2020
As the live events industry continues to be impacted, many businesses have turned to hosting virtual meetings and events in […]
NewsVirtual Events
12/10/2020
Wondering how to present your annual AGM whilst there are restrictions in numbers for venues? Wanting to organise an important […]
Live StreamingVirtual Events
23/09/2020
Video content is a hugely popular medium for entertainment and digesting information, and the demand for it is increasing. Live […]
AdviceVirtual Events
28/08/2020
Thanks to green screen technology, you can place any background image you want behind an actor or item in the […]
News
25/03/2020
Whilst we may not be building LED video walls or creating light shows presently due to the pandemic that’s unfortunately […]
Live StreamingVirtual Events
10/03/2020
Has your business been hit by the effects of coronavirus? With many corporations choosing to limit all but essential travel, […]
Event PlanningSound
06/02/2020
When planning an event, it’s important you prioritise sourcing high quality audio equipment. Implementing the correct sound systems can be […]
Staging & Set
06/02/2020
From award ceremonies to outdoor music festivals your stage is the focal point for your guests. You need it to […]
Gala Dinners
24/01/2020
You’ve got a gala dinner to organise, the biggest event of many corporate calendars, no pressure! For many event organisers […]
Event PlanningGeneral Interest
24/01/2020
Event production and planning can feel like a lot to do. From creating the right atmosphere & planning within a […]
Theatre
22/11/2019
Staging a theatre show is an exciting and empowering endeavour! Once you’ve chosen a show and cast your actors, you’ll […]
Staging & Set
22/11/2019
Reliable staging means the difference between success and failure at your live event! As the focal point of your event, […]
AdviceEvent Planning
01/11/2019
Are you thinking of holding a Christmas event? Christmas light switch-ons, festive fairs, corporate parties, Santa parades and more are […]
Corporate Events
31/10/2019
Are you planning on hosting an outstanding conference for peers in your field? There’s a huge amount of work involved […]
AdviceOutdoor Events
31/10/2019
Fireworks season is an opportunity to deliver the show of a lifetime! A bonfire display promises a huge attraction for […]
AdviceCorporate Events
15/10/2019
Is your business planning to host its own Christmas event this year? Make sure you put on a night to […]
AdviceEvent Planning
18/08/2019
Planning an event can seem overwhelming, which is why Stage Connections is here to help you! Before you order your […]
AdviceCorporate Events
16/08/2019
A Brand Launch is one of the biggest events that your business will ever experience – and your first chance […]
AV Equipment
28/06/2019
Projection Mapping is an exciting technology that Stage Connections can offer event organisers across all industries! Find out more about […]
Event Production
24/06/2019
Are you planning a corporate or professional event that you want to stand out? For many event organisers, the thought […]
AdviceCorporate Events
30/05/2019
Corporate events are a great way to achieve your business goals, impress employees, clients and key stakeholders and increase your […]
Event PlanningOutdoor Events
23/05/2019
Winter events can often be more difficult to host than outdoor events held in the Summer. If you’re planning an […]
LightingSound
17/04/2019
The use of high quality audio and visual equipment can mean the difference between a standard run-of-the-mill event and one […]
Staging & Set
17/04/2019
Mobile stages are a modern and innovative approach to staging solutions. At Stage Connections, we utilise mobile staging technology to […]
AdviceEvent Planning
28/03/2019
Live event production is a huge undertaking – and it can be difficult to know where to begin. With so […]
AdviceMusic Events
28/03/2019
Starting your own music festival can seem an overwhelming task. Between music line ups, health and safety, ticket sales, production […]
ConferencesCorporate Events
13/03/2018
For the third year running we worked with Iron Monkey Events to provided full technical event production, and set build […]
News
07/11/2017
Frosty nights, glinting outdoor lights, tinsel-covered trees and stockings filled for all to see. Sounds familiar, right? Stage Connections are eagerly gearing up for the festive season. Grab your hat and gloves, gather your family and head outside for some unforgettable event experiences this year.
LightingOutdoor Events
29/09/2017
The weather might be getting colder, but as every event planner knows, the coming months are unlikely to see people cooped up indoors. There is simply too much in the calendar, plenty of it taking place outside, from Halloween to Bonfire Night to the beloved Christmas market season, and Christmas parties! Although their breath may frost the air, attendees will be quite happy to wrap up warm and make the most of the outdoor events on offer.
Advice
31/08/2017
While the summer is all about the outdoors, appreciating weekends, and jetting off to warmer climes, autumn can see a return to normality for many organisations, as well as the work of a commercial or corporate event planner.
So if you are working on an event in the run up to Christmas, have you covered all angles when it comes to making those little adjustments, marking the difference between each season in the art of event planning, from team events to a creativity event?
AdviceEvent Planning
13/05/2017
Planning an event can sometimes feel like a huge challenge, especially if you are managing a wide portfolio of them; event production often requires working with various teams and service providers and can end up becoming costly and stressful if not managed effectively. That’s where event production companies can come into the equation and help to make your life easier and bank balance better. But how?
AdviceEvent Planning
07/04/2017
Whether you have experience planning events or you are a first timer, keeping on budget when planning an event can be tricky.
It doesn’t matter if you are planning huge corporate events or a small gathering, making sure you meet your return on investment while putting on a great show is key.
So, how do you stay on budget? This guide from events production company Stage Connections looks at how best to keep your costs in line while meeting your goals.
AdviceGeneral Interest
08/03/2017
Event production focuses on the planning of set design, video production, technical production, sound production and the actual concept of the event, but can also hire out equipment including lighting, sound systems, staging and kit hire. Event Production companies have a vision, the technical expertise and equipment at their fingertips, therefore gaining the assistance of a professional when holding an event would be a real benefit to the overall outcome.
Corporate Events
08/02/2017
Whether you’re providing your staff with an incentive or reward, creating a team building opportunity, winning over clients or keeping suppliers sweet, you could well be looking for a corporate event that gets you noticed.
Of course taking everyone on a luxury cruise or a Caribbean beach would be memorable, but what can you do that meets your business objectives, is “on trend” and is thoroughly enjoyable, while remaining affordable?
AV Equipment
14/01/2017
This is the year to ensure your event production inspires and amazes your guests, so you may want to consider projection mapping.
Along with ensuring your brand message gets across, with effective projection mapping, this is the year you can transport your guests into another world and give them an unforgettable experience, and, what that world consists of is entirely up to you, as the only limits are your imagination.
Video
02/12/2016
2017 has been dubbed ‘the year of video’ by top marketers and event professionals across the globe. Brands big and small have turned to the screens to showcase their offerings and really hammer-home their brand message and ethos, in as little as two minutes flat. But why does video work so well to market something successfully for businesses? And what could this mean for established or aspiring events companies wanting to pack more of a punch with their latest portfolio or proposal?
General Interest
08/11/2016
These days, with the rapid progression of the digital revolution, keeping up with the latest technology, such as event apps, projection mapping & live streaming in the events industry is a skill.
General Interest
21/10/2016
Planners’ demands and corporate event companies companies needs are evolving together with event technology and there are more and more tech solutions available. As a result, meeting centres have to analyse and adapt to keep up with the latest trends, such as conference & event apps and projection mapping.
AdviceEvent Planning
26/08/2016
Before you start searching for the perfect location, you’ll need to have a solid understanding of the basics before you get carried away with creativity (although we agree, that’s certainly the best bit) in order to get down to the detail and really hone in your venue choices, making your event venue unique. Here, we round up some helpful tips to consider when choosing the best event venue; from the initial vision right through to making it a reality, and all the finer detail in between.
General InterestSound
21/07/2016
So you’re a sound engineer, which sounds kind of cool, right? Getting to go on tour with your favourite bands, meeting lead singers, cool guitarists and superstar DJ’s, getting invited to late night after parties, but, let us assure you the life isn’t quite as rock’n’roll as it may seem.
Here, we’ve summarised the top 10 signs you know you’re a sound engineer, to shed some insights into this often elusive career choice or hobby…
Corporate Events
05/04/2016
The DeVere Venues East Midlands Conference Centre invited us to work with them on Blakemore Foodservice’s annual “Catering Awards” evening for a second year running.
Conferences
07/01/2016
In December 2015, we provided the sound, lighting and special effects for the Evolution Conference held by Conex Exhibitions at the MK Arena in Milton Keynes.
Lighting
06/01/2016
Now: Pensions held a swanky launch party in their Nottingham office. We were on hand to illuminate the event, both inside and out!
News
20/07/2015
The Stage Connections team have had a busy couple of months. We’ve been on courses & provided provided AV support at conferences and awards ceremonies – find out more!
News
19/06/2015
Over the last couple of weeks, we’ve added several pieces of new equipment to our inventory, including Revostage staging, Manfrotto Fluid Head Tripods, the Blackmagic HyperDeck Studio Pro 2 disk recorder & much more. We hire our sound, lighting and AV/Video equipment out to businesses located in Nottingham and surrounding areas.
News
07/01/2015
As we welcome the New Year, we also look back on 2014 with fondness. It was a great year for our company, and we’re proud to say that our business and turnover both grew in size. This opened up plenty of opportunities for us: from expanding our portfolio of clients to investing in better equipment.
LightingMusic EventsNews
19/12/2014
Stage Connections recently supplied lighting for Violet’s new music video, ‘As Children’. Our Showtec Sunstrips remain in shot throughout the video’s duration, and a Stage Connections’ lighting engineer was present on-set, programming the lighting patterns live throughout the film. All lights were pixel mapped using our Chamsys console to achieve graphic/video effects using lighting.
News
06/04/2014
We have just received a delivery of Martin Audio DD6 speakers, available to hire from today. Head over to the Rate Card page now to see their specifications and our competitive hire rates.
News
05/03/2014
We have extended our social outreach into the world of Google+! Why not head over to our profile now to +1 us?
News
06/01/2014
We are proud to announce the addition of two new pieces of Behringer gear to our stock listings, both available for hire today! Head over to our Rate Card page to check out the Behringer X32 Digital Mixer and the Behringer S16 Digital Multicore.
News
05/01/2014
To accompany the launch of our brand new website, the Stage Connections’ video production team have been hard at work designing our very own company showreel.
News
04/01/2013
We’re pleased to say that 2012 was great for Stage Connections.
If you attended any big gigs or festivals last summer, chances are we were there providing lighting, sound and video equipment for some of the country’s best loved bands.
Advice
05/03/2012
Getting noticed as an up-and-coming band can be difficult in the sea of other hopefuls that want to be the next big thing. And, while some try and self promote by auditioning for television talent shows, there are actually many other ways that you can get noticed in a much more grassroots way, building your fan base one convert at a time. And, you can even turn these new fans into your spokespeople to further spread the news.
AdviceSound
05/12/2011
Whether you are seeking PA systems for hire or simply looking for lighting hire or sound hire, there are some specific actions you should take to make sure that your event comes off without a hitch, including on time and as you had envisioned. From terms and equipment quality to health and safety issues, here are the specific items you need to pay attention to and reach agreement on with your PA systems partner.
AdviceEvent Planning
22/11/2011
In order to create a successful event – from staging a conference, corporate events, meeting, or gala dinner to creating concerts, awards shows, product launches and AMAs, there are many ingredients that must be combined in just the right way. Here are the main ingredients to help you plan and execute on successful events again and again.
Music EventsNews
24/10/2011
Summer is now over but it has been a great one! Stage Connections were busy throughout doing the lighting for some of the biggest festivals, Creamfields, Download, Sonisphere, Splendour, Slam Dunk and many many more.
Sound
11/10/2011
Stage Connections offers you a way to connect with your audience by offering complete sound, lighting, effects, video and staging solutions that fit your event and budget.
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