AUSTRALIAN IDOL

CLIENT: FREMANTLE MEDIA AND NETWORK TEN
PROJECT:
  • In addition to the provision of main stage structures, our scope also included the manufacture of set components including a podium and satellite stage
  • 4.8m x 9.6m satellite thrust stage built into the Opera House steps reaching a 3m height, hard clad on three sides, the deck skinned with exterior plywood to withstand the elements and finished in high gloss white paint
  • 5m diameter circular podium with uplights installed to sit flush with stage deck, which was skinned and finished in high gloss white paint
  • Dance floor finish on main stage and thrust to the podium
FEATURES:
  • Installation of satellite stage on the steps of the historic opera house where ground protection was a major factor during the build phase
  • Inclusion of a last minute fire feature on the satellite stage for one of the performances
  • Accurate CAD diagrams of the Opera House steps in order to precisely measure and cut stage flats in workshop to ensure quick installation on-site