PufferSphere Planets at Eurovision 2009
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Breaking records in every department, the stunning Eurovision stage transforms itself with a different look for each act. The sheer amount of LEDs, pyrotechnics and lighting has attracted much interest, but there are some equally enthralling and unique elements suspended off stage above the 16,000 strong live audience at the Olympiyski Stadium, Moscow.
Procon, a major Eurovision supplier, brought in 6 Pufferfish PufferSpheres, to make their first ever appearance in Russian airspace and their Eurovision debut. The PufferSpheres are 2m diameter air]inflated, internally projected spherical displays and serve different functions throughout the three shows. Tuesday nightf semi]final opened with the PufferSpheres lowered from the rafters as giant planets in a starry night sky, through which a giant LED clad Thunderbird soared.
During the acts the spheres were raised to allow clear sightlines to the stage. From there they displayed visuals complimenting each unique stage set and between acts their versatility was further utilised to carry digital signage introducing each nation to the audience.
It is the unique features of the PufferSphere displays that allow them to take on so many uses over the course of the show.
Their lightweight design, stable image projection and compact footprint make them easy to move up, down and around as the showf artistic creators dictate. Equally they offer the camera team the ability to fly]by, zoom, pan and jib around the displays, immersing the 100 million strong television audiences in the action. Their 360 degree viewing angle means that they can be situated in amongst the audience and still be visible to all, bringing the entire audience that little bit closer to the acts on stage and keeping them informed of exactly which of the wonderful acts they are watching.
Whether as a miniature solar system, bubbling balls of graphics or fluttering spherical flags, they add yet another element of wonder to proceedings, helping Procon Project Manager Ola Melzig make good on his promise to eblow peoplefs mindsf! You have certainly done that Ola!
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