SHOCK and AWE lights up Trans-Siberian Orchestra Tribute band 12.18.22

On December 18th 2022 SHOCK and AWE Productions provided stage lighting equipment, installation, programming and choreographed playback of stage lighting for the Trans-Siberian Orchestra tribute band “TSO Experience”. SHOCK & AWE Productions who turned 15 this year, and has been involved in the stage lighting presentation of this once a year show for 7 years Read more about SHOCK and AWE lights up Trans-Siberian Orchestra Tribute band 12.18.22[…]

BUILDING A LIGHT SHOW FOR YOUR BAND… Part 2

BACKLIGHTING OVERVIEW: People are always asking us the best way to start building a light show for their band if renting lighting is not desired. We’ll disclose some ideas every week that you’re welcome to emulate within your band or share with others. Hope these tips will help! Last week you learned about front lighting, Read more about BUILDING A LIGHT SHOW FOR YOUR BAND… Part 2[…]

Build A Light Show For Your Band or Venue….. Part 1

FRONT LIGHTING: People are always asking us the best way to start building a light show for their band if renting lighting is not desired. We’ll disclose some ideas every week that you’re welcome to emulate within your band or share with others. Hope these tips will help! FRONT LIGHTING: The first priority in any Read more about Build A Light Show For Your Band or Venue….. Part 1[…]

Stage Lighting Explained

Stage Lighting Explained

Concert Lighting: An important aspect of live music Having the correct mix on your live sound is of course the most important aspect of a live show, with lighting being the next most important. You’ve been to a national touring performers concert, and know how amazing it felt having the lighting match up with the Read more about Stage Lighting Explained[…]

Live Performance Tips for Professional Minded Musicians

Live Performance Tips and Ideas for Professional Minded Musicians

When acting as promoter for a live show, whether your the band, band manager, venue or acting promoter, you will want to secure professional sound and stage lighting to compliment the music. Music sets a mood, but with lighting to accent all the changes, it brings everything together for an experience everyone will remember. Think Read more about Live Performance Tips and Ideas for Professional Minded Musicians[…]

The Importance of Fashion Show Lighting

The Importance of Fashion Show Lighting

Fashion shows are very popular with the middle and upper class sector, where they’re spending a large amount of money for designer clothes, or want to see them before they’re launched. There may be retailers or other outlets attending, who will order several outfits or multiple quantities of each. It is of the utmost importance Read more about The Importance of Fashion Show Lighting[…]

Outdoor Festivals Ideas and Solutions

Outdoor Festival Ideas and Solutions

Festival tips and suggestions for success…. Summertime is here and outdoor festivals are a big deal during this time of year! Creating a concert space on a large plot of land is perfect for packing in as many people as possible, using daylight as an alternative for stage lighting, having sponsor tents available, bringing in Read more about Outdoor Festival Ideas and Solutions[…]

Concert Photography Tips

Live Concert Photography for Beginners

STARTING OUT IN CONCERT PHOTOGRAPHY The key to capturing realistic live concert photos is the camera, lens and operator. A pro grade DSLR camera is the choice if you want full quality out of your images. A pro camera isn’t meant for a “selfy” photographer or posting dinner pics on Facebook, but you don’t have Read more about Live Concert Photography for Beginners[…]

Follow Shock & Awe on Social Media

Follow Shock & Awe Productions on Social Media

Follow SHOCK & AWE on our Social Media Pages! We’re always wanting to stay in touch with everyone, be available for you when we’re needed, and provide you with valuable information concerning tips and event solutions. You can keep up with the venues we work in, upcoming major show announcements, latest photos of event set ups, get Read more about Follow Shock & Awe Productions on Social Media[…]

Rentals

Secrets to Making Corporate Sponsors Happy for your Next Event

One of the hardest yet most important achievements when planning a public corporate event, is bringing corporate sponsors on board. When creating any event, there needs to be a budget for decor, entertainment, and production rentals. These are 3 categories that must be paid out, as opposed to promising “exposure” or other open promises. These Read more about Secrets to Making Corporate Sponsors Happy for your Next Event[…]