Gearhouse SA was contracted by Sun International in association with M-Net and Blue Moon Productions, with Deana Hislop of Blue Moon Productions taking the role of production manager and providing the key liaison point for Gearhouse SA. The cube walls formed an integral part of a stunning set designed by James McNamara of James McNamara Design.
Lighting, rigging, additional audio-visual (in the form of two side screens) and power were the other elements provided by Gearhouse South Africa at this spectacular event. The crew, led by senior audio-visual technician, Rainier Posthumous, were on site for more than a week, which included three days set-up time and four days of rehearsal. Lighting design was by Hugh Turner.
The result of the input of everyone involved was a Miss South Africa that had a far more fresh, and 21st century outlook than that of a traditional beauty pageant aesthetic. Artists such as Mandoza and Nianell also performed, giving the 2002 Miss South Africa a vibrancy that it has lacked in recent years.
(Lee Baldock)
