The 4th edition of The Night of the Year took place on July 13th, and it was a real spectacle both in the ring and on stage. The event, broadcast openly on Twitch, brought together more than 80.000 live viewers and accumulated more than 3 million views on the streaming platform. With exciting fights and performances by top-level artists, This edition was consolidated as a resounding success, in which the design of the central stage stood out, among other things thanks to the stage mechanics and the variable speed motors.
The Evening of the Year is an amateur boxing event organized by Spanish content creator Ibai Llanos, and in just 4 editions it has become one of the most anticipated events of the year within the Spanish-speaking community on the internet. The Evening of the Year combines entertainment, sports and shows in a night dedicated mainly to boxing matches between well-known figures from the world of streamers, YouTubers, influencers, in addition to having live performances by international singers such as Will Smith, Julieta Venegas, David Bisbal or Bizarrap.
Since its first edition in 2021, it has gained enormous popularity, attracting millions of viewers on the Twitch streaming platform. The fourth edition, held on July 13 at the Santiago Bernabéu, broke audience records and offered us a lighting show and scenic mechanics unforgettable.
The company Rock & Rigging was in charge of the assembly and control of the Moveket variable speed system which made the show an absolute success.
Cutting-edge stage mechanics with variable speed
One of the aspects highlights of the night was the use of variable speed Moveket motors, supplied by our colleagues at Rock & Rigging. A total of 18 variable speed 500 kg motors, which were key to creating the immersive atmosphere that all attendees could enjoy. These hoists allowed precise control over their speed and position, achieving exact movements at all times, even over people (audience and artists).
The arrangement was as follows: 10 motors were used in 5 linear trusses (two motors in each of the trusses), located on the inside of the central circular truss from which an LED screen hung. These motors were responsible for moving the effects luminaires, animating the back of the stage where the artists performed their performances.. The audience was able to enjoy how the motors positioned the trusses and luminaires at different heights, creating staircase effects that gave life to each presentation.. These movements always fit perfectly into the exact position required thanks to the variable speed, enhancing each performance.
On the other hand, The remaining 8 engines were used in four different configurations of rectangular-shaped trusses, each equipped with effect fixtures.. These compositions were placed in various positions during the performances, adjusting the heights and creating a 45º angle.. This arrangement generated a shape that seemed to surround the artists with the various luminaires used, visually accentuating each presentation.
The stage mechanics were fundamental to the success of this event, which although it lasts almost 7 hours, requires quick changes to ensure the stability of all the structures. An example of this were the moments of combat, when the engines were responsible for returning all the structures to their initial point to leave enough space for them to develop without problems.
This advanced system of scenic mechanics along with variable speed not only guaranteed the safety of the artists and the technical team, but also It allowed for a fluidity in transitions that kept the audience completely immersed in the show. Once again, the combination of advanced technology and creative design underlines the importance of stage mechanics in large-scale event productions.
But the engines were not the only protagonists of La Velada. The Inferno slings by Sixty82, known for their strength and flexibility, ensured the stability and safety of the stage structures. These were used for rigging the motors, facilitating quick assembly, and in the cable section, ensuring that the signal cables were not damaged. Inferno Slings, made of aramid fiber, support the weight of motors, lighting equipment and other scenic elements, guaranteeing safe and efficient assembly.