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RICHMOND, VA – The Lighting & Sound Company, a regional event lighting and audio-visual services provider, has reached an agreement to acquire assets of Main Stage Productions, Inc., Virginia’s preeminent mobile staging supplier. For more than 20 years, Main Stage Productions has been providing Stageline mobile stages, as well as related event staging services, for events and venues throughout Virginia and the mid-Atlantic region.

The acquisition integrates two industry-leading businesses in the Richmond area, with Main Stage’s mobile stage inventory complementing Lighting & Sound Co’s extensive range of special event lighting, audio and video production, and event decor services already in place.

The team at Main Stage and the staff at Lighting & Sound Co have a longstanding relationship built on collaboration and a shared commitment to delivering excellence when it comes to services for concerts, corporate events, fashion shows, and other special events.

Existing clients of Main Stage Productions can expect a seamless transition and a continuation of all existing services.

A Powerful Combination: Mobile Staging Meets Event Production Expertise

This acquisition allows Lighting & Sound Co. to expand our offerings as comprehensive, one-stop solution for special event production. Whether you’re hosting a concert, a corporate gathering, or an outdoor festival, we provide full-service event production, making the planning and execution of your event easier than ever.

The integration of Main Stage’s mobile stage inventory with Lighting & Sound Co.’s professional lighting and audio services takes the production experience to the next level. Your audio, lighting, and staging needs can be handled by one team with decades of experience and a commitment to seamless execution. With the added convenience of Stageline mobile stages, your event can be set up quickly and professionally, no matter the size or location.

Why This Acquisition Matters for Your Next Event

Flexibility & Efficiency: Combining these two service providers means you now have access to streamlined event logistics. With everything you need under one roof, there’s no need to juggle multiple vendors or manage separate contracts. One team, one point of contact—easy. If you run into a challenge at your event, we have even more resources available to do whatever we can to ensure the show can go on.

Unmatched Expertise: Both Lighting & Sound Co. and Main Stage Productions have built a reputation for exceptional service in the industry. Together, we offer years of expertise in crafting unforgettable experiences for your events. Our team is committed to delivering top-tier technical services, including audio production, lighting design, video displays, and more. We have the knowledge and experience to handle every aspect of a live production. Let us work with you as an extension of your event team, rather than just another vendor.

The Ultimate Mobile Staging Solution: With Stageline mobile stages, your event can have a professionally designed stage that’s easy to transport and set up, ensuring both safety and creativity. Whether it’s a small local concert or a large outdoor festival, we have the perfect solution to fit your needs.

What Does This Mean for You?

As a valued client, you can now expect unmatched convenience and industry-leading quality for all your event needs. Whether you’re planning a small indoor event or a large outdoor festival, Lighting & Sound Co. is now your go-to partner for full-service event production, including mobile staging.

If you’re ready to take your next event to new heights, don’t wait! Contact us today to discuss your upcoming event and how our expanded services can help you create a memorable experience.

Ready to Elevate Your Event?

Get in touch with Lighting & Sound Co. for top-of-the-line service on your next event. With our enhanced capabilities in lighting, audio, video, decor, and mobile staging, we’re here to bring your vision to life.

Call or Email us now to schedule a consultation or learn more about our new services. Let’s make your next event unforgettable!

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TL; DR:

By seamlessly combining lighting, sound, and staging into one powerhouse production team, this acquisition marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter for Lighting & Sound Co.. Stay tuned for more updates as we continue to innovate and elevate the event production industry!

Geometric shade structure made of taut pink, blue, and white triangular sails set up for an outdoor event

What if you could create an area at a festival that makes a statement, provides a shaded gathering point for attendees, allows for sponsorship opportunities, and is totally unique? That solution is now available with a Geometric Fabric Shade Structure supplied by Lighting & Sound Co in Richmond, Virginia. Your outdoor event venue can be transformed into an artistic visual icon.

This 80-ft diameter shade structure provides over 4,000 square feet of shaded area for your event attendees to use as a central hub. Your guests can comfortably stay for a longer duration and enjoy the entire event. This leads to higher attendance and increased satisfaction. Giving the space some character with hanging decor or seating arrangements encourages guests to relax and socialize.

An example of an 80-ft diameter shade structure with red and white triangular sails, with red covered support towers, set up for a festival

After dark, the shade structure can transform from a cool hangout spot to an immersive, bright experience. The sails serve as a canvas for creative lighting and visual effects; lighting, projections, and banners can enhance the atmosphere once the sun sets.

Compared with a tent, your event attendees will likely find that a shade structure feels more open and iconic. The perimeter height is much taller at 12 ft high compared with a typical 8 ft height of a tent, making the area much more inviting. Additionally, the structure’s customizable and colorful sail fabric is considerably more noticeable, remarkable, and memorable than a typical white tent.

A shade structure at night, with lighting illuminating the underside of the structure, at a music festival

Shade structures can be set up in a variety of outdoor locations, transforming an ordinary open space into an inviting venue. They provide event planners with the flexibility to create custom experiences in diverse settings.

The shade structures’ versatility allows for almost infinite design options. With several colors to choose from and rigging points for all kinds of lighting and decor, you can really give your event a personal and memorable touch that guests will keep talking about.

Top view of a 40 ft diameter geometric shade structure with four colors of sails

Printed fabrics also keep your branding consistent and can provide sponsorship opportunities. The support tower covers or corner gusset flags are great ways to subtly add a logo, or the main sails can make a big statement with custom patterns.

Multiple branding options are available to showcase sponsors. Here all the fabric covers are color-coordinated to match the title sponsor’s color palette and both the support tower and roof sails have been printed with the sponsor logos

The shade structure is manufactured by the leading supplier of stretchy fabric structures: Stretch Shapes. It is engineered in accordance with building codes and to withstand 40 mph winds.

Insomniac’s HARD Summer Music Festival had this to say about a similar structure:

Not only did these three geometrically beautiful shade structures set the tone of the festival, but these also provided the festival attendees a sanctuary away from the scorching UV rays. As thousands of posts flooded social media, featuring the Shade Structures as a backdrop, it’s easy to conclude these artistic structures were functional yet iconic elements of the festival

Shade structures can play a pivotal role in the success of outdoor events, offering both functionality and style. They aren’t only a practical addition to a hot summer day, they enhance the overall atmosphere and personality of the event. Event planners looking to create unforgettable experiences should provide the perfect setting to make lasting memories.

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