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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
03 Feb 2026
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6B100 - Live Events StageFollowing an incredibly busy year for the live events community in 2025, MA Lighting’s Stephan Saremba discusses the trends he has observed in touring productions, along with the evolving demands placed on event professionals and the tools they require to continue pushing the art of show design forward. -
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6B100 - Live Events StageFollowing one of the most talked-about tours of the past 12 months, the Live Events Stage welcomes members of the technical team behind Oasis Live ’25 to share their insights.Chairperson -
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6B100 - Live Events StageUnpacking the ever-evolving world of automation, robotics, and aerial magic within stage and set design — and the new tools at creatives’ disposal.Chairperson -
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6B100 - Live Events StageA former roadie for acts including Iron Maiden, Rich Mulholland moved from touring the world to build a career helping business leaders take the stage with purpose. In an increasingly competitive live ...Chairperson -
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6B100 - Live Events StageA rental house born from the team behind Pink Floyd, the Live Events Stage welcomes members of Britannia Row Productions to reflect on their 50-year history and discuss the evolution of professional audio.Chairperson -
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6B100 - Live Events StageA live recording of the Glyph podcast, hosted by Tupac Martir. -
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6B100 - Live Events StageIn this roundtable, we unpack the modern world of show design with several leading lighting and creative directors — from pre-vis techniques to fixture selection.Chairperson -
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6B100 - Live Events StageFrom band rehearsals to mixing a show in front of thousands, we explore what it takes to be a sound engineer in today’s world of live touring.Chairperson
04 Feb 2026
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6B100 - Live Events StageCore to keeping the entertainment machine running, rental houses are at the heart of every production. In this session, we hear how these businesses are operating in 2026 and adapting to meet the demands of the modern world.Chairperson -
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6B100 - Live Events StageIn partnership with Ross Video, we’ll hear from Mike Steinbrecher, Business Development Director at Ross Video, alongside Patrick Verhey from LMG Systems, as they discuss how the Vertex AV production suite empowers LMG to deliver some of today’s most striking and ambitious projects, driving modern immersive experiences.
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6B100 - Live Events StageWith the World Cup just around the corner, Julien Pateau, Executive Producer for the pre-match ceremonies, joins us on the Live Events Stage to provide an inside look at how these large-scale, televised spectacles are conceived and executed.Chairperson -
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6B100 - Live Events StageEnhancing the fan experience at Avicii Arena with immersive active electroacoustics.Moderator -
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6B100 - Live Events StageThe creative and production team behind Cirque’s latest Berlin residency take to the stage to reveal how one of their jaw-dropping shows comes together.Moderator -
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6B100 - Live Events StageAn analysis of the evolving world of video in live touring and the adoption of cinematic techniques.Chairperson -
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6B100 - Live Events StageAs tours become increasingly complex, the role of production rehearsals has never been more important. In this session, we’ll explore what goes into the rehearsal process and how large-scale productions are built and brought to life.Chairperson
05 Feb 2026
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6B100 - Live Events StageAn in-depth look at the advancing world of AV on high-end cruise ships.Speakers -
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6B100 - Live Events StageJoin industry leaders from the Middle East, Africa, and South America as they share insights on the growth, challenges, and opportunities shaping the next wave of global entertainment.Chairperson -
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6B100 - Live Events StageHow is the events industry tackling the topic of sustainability in 2026?Chairperson -
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6B100 - Live Events StageAs video landscapes grow larger and more immersive, how do directors and designers ensure that the performer remains at the centre of the story?Speakers -
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6B100 - Live Events StageDrone swarms are redefining spectacle as spatial, three-dimensional media, turning the sky itself into a performative canvas. This conversation explores large-scale aerial storytelling, from algorithmic choreography and audience emotion to the realities of safety, regulation, and physics. Through landmark shows and record-setting moments, we examine how drone performances are emerging as a new discipline at the intersection of art, data, and live cultural experience.Speakers -
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6B100 - Live Events StageWhat will be the next evolution in audio delivery for live events?Chairperson -
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6B100 - Live Events StageInside the touring video world and the art of capturing the action in real time — bringing live moments to life.Chairperson
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
06 Feb 2026
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6B100 - Live Events StageA high-energy meet-and-greet where industry professionals and emerging talent come together for real conversations that matter.Chairperson -
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6B100 - Live Events StagetbdSpeakersModerator -
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6B100 - Live Events StageSpoiler Alert: they’re ridiculously talented, and yes, they just got started.Speakers -
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6B100 - Live Events StageInsights into training, workflows, and industry-leading tech education.Speakers -
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6B100 - Live Events StageSpoiler Alert: they’re ridiculously talented, and yes, they just got started.Speakers
Please note: ISE reserves the right to amend the programme in the run-up to ISE 2026.
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