Mark Ager and John Hastie founded Stage Technologies in 1994 to develop and supply theatres and entertainment venues internationally with computer-controlled systems to move scenery and fly performers. In the nine years since its inception, it has gone from strength to strength, and now has an impressive list of clients based around the globe. Most recently, the company has supplied automation systems for the new Walsh Bay Theatre in Sydney, the Seattle Opera House and the Opéra de Lille.
The Queens award comes at the end of a particularly successful year for Stage Technologies, who have already collected an award for excellence from mobile telecommunication giants Orange. Although John Hastie and Mark Agers’ dedication and expertise in the automation industry established the company, managing director Mark Ager attributes the company’s rapid rise to the team he has behind him. "Our continuing success is as a direct result of the drive and commitment of everyone at Stage Technologies. Our intention has always been to provide high quality equipment which improves and enhances the live entertainment experience for the audience, technicians and performers. We could not have achieved this without the dedication of every individual in the team."
(Ruth Rossington)
