Timo Kauristo explained the choice: "Actually I insisted on the grandMA once I knew the variety of lighting that the rig would contain - 100 movers, LEDs, conventionals - plus the fact that we would have to programme the show in a short time frame. In an unknown situation like this, I need to know I can rely on my desk." The two-level stage was 24m wide and 18m deep. 100sq.m of LED screens were used in the show with a 12-camera set creating the television pictures.
The concert was the work of an experienced international crew. The production was realised by ITV with Ola Melzig as the lighting project manager. The lighting equipment was supplied by Luxen (Ukraine).
(Jim Evans)
