50 MIX AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2018 http://www.mixmeetings.comThe Trend
STAG I N G A
BACKDROP
REVOLUTION
Sharks thrusting into
a stage and amazing
illuminations are
among the visual
event wonders
created by 3D
modular panels.
Steve Cray reportsA REVOLUTION is taking place in the world of event backdrops
and one of the big game changers comes in the form of a new
type of lightweight panel.
When a series of Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS)
scenic panels are clipped together, they create dynamic three-
dimensional seamless stage backdrops.
The 3D modular backdrop scenic panels are the creation of
Gold Coast-based event décor company Backdrops Fantastic
Australia, with eight panel designs currently available.
Honey Wall, Stealth Wall, Geo Wall, Orb Wall, Ripple Wall,Infinity Wall, Lux Wall, and Ice Wall, use panels that have
engineered depth to allow ground and ceiling lights create vibrant
colours and shadows for a range of stage backdrop effects.
They are pieced togetherwith quick-release levers that require no
tools to form the walls.
The quick-release levers are used in conjunction with custom
cross bars, and the panels can easily be installed by integrating
with common audiovisual push-up and base-plate rigging or, in
larger applications, attached to tri- or box-truss rigging.
Once installed, the panels create a backdrop that replaces