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The definitive hub for live events at ISE
Stand 6B100 (Hall 6) - Free to attend
Tuesday 3 to Thursday 5 February 2026, 10:30-17:00
Located in Hall 6 in the Lighting & Staging Zone, the Live Events Stage hosted an exciting programme of free-to-attend sessions with expert speakers from the live events industry, as well as networking events, across three days of ISE 2026.
Production Futures Takeover: access and opportunities for newcomers into production.
Friday 6 February 2026, 10:30-16:00
On Friday ISE turned its attention to careers, talent and how to get a job in AV. Production Futures hosted a Live Events Stage takeover as a destination for networking, inspiration and career growth in the live events and broadcast technology industry.
TECHNICAL INNOVATIONS THAT HEIGHTEN THE HUMAN EXPERIENCE
Located at the rear of Hall 6, the stage once again offered a behind-the-scenes look at some of the world’s most incredible live events, featuring the people who bring them to life. Supported by headline sponsor MA Lighting and curated by the team at TPi Magazine, the stage will host four days of panels and interviews with visionaries from across the entertainment sphere. From audio engineers and lighting designers to content creators and show directors, this is the definitive hub for live events at ISE.
While continuing to spotlight professionals from the world of live touring, 2026’s programme also explored large-scale ceremonies, architainment, and installations. Attendees will gain insight into real-world applications of the technologies and products featured throughout the show floor.
HIGHLIGHTS
We were delighted to confirm the continued support of MA Lighting (stand 6S300) as the Live Events Stage Headline Sponsor and we welcomed Ross Video (stand 4K500) as the Sponsor of Wednesday's programme.
Confirmed speakers included Julien Pateau of Lab2580. Among his many accolades, Pateau serves as Executive Producer for the pre-match ceremonies of the FIFA World Cup 2026. He provided a detailed look into how these large-scale, televised spectacles are conceived and executed.
Also joined the lineup Anders Jørgensen, Project Manager at Stouenborg, who discussed his work at Stockholm’s Avicii Arena, where immersive active electroacoustics are being used to enhance the fan experience.
This year, we were also excited to welcome several guest hosts curating special sessions on the Live Events Stage, including frame:work’s Laura Frank and Satore Studio’s Tupac Martir.
Finally members of Cirque du Soleil’s ALIZÉ production and creative team shared insights into the company’s latest Berlin residency.
The Live Events Stage is curated by TPi Magazine and hosted by its Managing Editor, Stew Hume, from Tuesday to Thursday. In his role on the live events industry's most authoritative B2B publication dedicated to the international touring sector, Stew spends the majority of his year attending some of the biggest shows and speaking to the crews that make them a reality.
STAGE PROGRAMME:
TUESDAY – THURSDAY
Please note: ISE reserves the right to amend the programme in the run-up to ISE 2026.
PRODUCTION FUTURES LIVE EVENTS STAGE TAKEOVER
Live Events Stage Headline Sponsor:
Production Futures took over the Live Events Stage on Friday 6 February 2026, delivering a focused day of discussion, speed networking, profiling training, jobs and industry engagement designed to support the next generation of live events professionals.
The programme included:
- Insights from newcomers and award-winning emerging talent, sharing their routes into the industry and the lessons learned along the way.
- Perspectives from established industry leaders and experts, including those driving meaningful partnerships with education providers and promoting diversity and inclusion across the sector.
- Structured speed-networking sessions to connect attendees directly with employers and professionals across live events and broadcast.
- Skill-building and technical training opportunities aimed at preparing participants for the evolving demands of the industry.
Attendees left with practical knowledge, clear next steps, and valuable industry contacts to support their progress into 2026 and beyond.
The Production Futures Live Events Stage Takeover forms part of ISE’s Fast Forward Friday initiative.
The Friday programme was hosted by Hannah Eakins, CEO of Production Futures, a long-standing advocate for diversity, employability, and widening access to creative and technical careers behind the stage and screen.
STAGE PROGRAMME:
FRIDAY
Please note: ISE reserves the right to amend the programme in the run-up to ISE 2026.
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