The action packed 50 minute, four-times-a-day stage show, produced and choreographed by Torture Garden, was the exhibition's central attraction and featured aerial performance, dancing - including with fire and water - and a catwalk parade. Lighting had to be highly versatile and also had to contend with daylight for two shows a day, courtesy of Olympia's glass ceiling.
Ben Fox has lit Erotica's stage show for the last four years. It is around a 40' box truss and features over 100 PARS, Martin MAC 600 moving lights and MAC 2Ks plus some Moles and floor PARs with scrollers. Special effects for the 2004 London Erotica show included an animated rain curtain, with the water jets DMX controlled from the Wholehog II desk. Derek Halliday has seen a distinct improvement since he started using Bandit as lighting supplier, and reckons it's made a massive difference to the smooth running of the show. "When we're pushed for time as we always are at Erotica, it's crucial for kit to come out well prepped. Not only does Bandit do this to an incredibly high standard, their crew know the gear inside out, and have a great attitude and work ethic."
Lester Cobrin comments "For obvious reasons this is one of the most exciting and intriguing shows in my calendar and every so often I get calls from crew donating their services for free!"
(Sarah Rushton-Read)
