For stage lighting, event organisers Flux asked Pete Barnes to design the show. Event Producer, John Farquhar-Smith, wanted someone experienced in both TV and live environments that would create a show that worked in both contexts.
Barnes created a semi circle of 80 PixelLine 1044s at the back of the stage that worked well as background eye-candy both on camera and live. He explains, "The 80 battens were housed in ten customised metal frames, which formed a wrap-around effect that didn't take-up too much stage room. Video content amalgamated with colours and effects were run through the PixelLines."
Izzard shared the stage at the Royal Albert Hall with many comedy favourites including Chevy Chase, Russell Brand and Graham Norton. The night also featured live music performances by Natalie Imbruglia, The Magic Numbers and The Zutons. All crew and lighting was supplied by PRG Europe.
(JIm Evans)
