AV1, an event production company in Australia, celebrated its 20th anniversary and showcased significant audiovisual upgrades at the Museum of Contemporary Art Australia’s (MCA Australia) Foundation Hall during its 10th annual Long Summer Lunch.
The event, themed Emerald Reflections, highlighted AV1’s two decades of achievements and served as the debut for Foundation Hall’s newly installed AV infrastructure.
These include adaptable drop-down screens for varied room configurations; L-Acoustics audio system with premium speakers; subwoofers, and amplifiers for superior sound distribution over 60 moving headlights, LED fixtures; and over 60 moving headlights, LED fixtures, and pin spots for immersive lighting effects.
A comprehensive Luminex digital backbone ensures seamless control of audio, visual, and lighting elements, while an installed truss system provides flexible and secure rigging options.
Nigel Mintern, managing director at AV1, said: “This investment reflects our commitment to raising the bar in event production and ensuring our clients have access to cutting-edge tools for their most important moments.”
The event also celebrated AV1’s journey and client success stories, featuring a curated menu by The Big Group and signature cocktails. Interactive installations included a custom-built three-metre ring displaying AI-generated artwork based on attendee memories, and an emerald screen showcasing predictions for the future of events.
Guests also enjoyed performances by aerial singer Ms Bird and The Players Jazz Quartet, demonstrating the versatility of the new AV system.
The Long Summer Lunch was a collaborative effort, with contributions from DPLUSD Events (styling), Sprintr (event check-in), Oneill Photographics (photography), and AV1’s sister company, All Things All Creatures (theming and videography).
Looking ahead, AV1 anticipates a landmark 2025, with Mintern teasing an upcoming “game-changer” product set to revolutionise client productions.
