Access All Areas February 2019 | Page 16

FEBRUARY | REVIEW “Our focus is to maximise the unique vista and architectural assets of London” How does the briefing of the event occur – and how much are Jack Morton involved in the creative and messaging of each event? The briefing starts each year with the first debrief in the first few days of January - where we review the event that has just been delivered, alongside the city management and operations, learning from the operations on the night to inform the priorities for the following year’s plan. In terms of the creative and messaging, our creative is informed by the Mayor’s Office’s vision and messaging, which we then work with them to translate to tell the story through sound, lighting and fireworks. How has pyrotechnics technology developed? Advances in technology have made pyrotechnics safer and more predictable, making the show design all the more accurate and effective. Advances around firing systems means it’s possible to make the fireworks, music and lighting integration closer, leading to a highly synchronised show. What inspires the event? Do you look to other displays worldwide? We do of course take an active interest in other shows around the globe, but we don’t take them as inspiration per se. Our focus is to maximise the unique vista and architectural assets of London – creating a world-class show that could only be in London. We work closely with City Hall to create it and deliver its message. Organise your events with EEP's Visitor Management Team  [email protected] 16  020 8545 2492  theeventpartnership.co.uk