The annual event presents three awards to individuals selected from across the globe. Past recipients have included such personalities and dignitaries as Paul Newman, Her Majesty Queen Noor of Jordan, former First Lady Betty Ford, former US President Jimmy Carter and many others.
The event is produced for RMHC by McDonald's Creative Services division, and for the 13th consecutive year they turned to Lightswitch for lighting design; long time McDonald's vendor Billy Nolan and TLC to provide equipment; and Andy Warfel for scenic design.
This year the producers charged the design team to bring a new, fresh look to the production without increasing the budget for the fund raising event. Lightswitch principal John Featherstone explains the next step: "When I learned from owner Billy Nolan that TLC was investing in Martin LC Series panels, I immediately felt this was the perfect solution. The attractive price point and almost absurdly easy installation the LCs offer meant we could include scenic LED video technology in the show without busting the budget."
"This was my first opportunity to use the LC panels in a show environment, and I couldn't be happier with the results," said Featherstone. "The panels gave the show a totally new look, and the producers were delighted. I think the LC line is perfect for projects looking for an affordable, easy to install LED video panel solution."
(Jim Evans)
