PRG Supplies Video/Automation Package to Chase and Status LIVE Arena Tour

	Walking into the main room, the clear centerpiece of the stage was the unusual letterbox LED upstage screen, supported by MoveKet automation to reveal the band as the show kicked off and created dynamic movement throughout the set. Photo: PRG UK

Electronica duo Chase and Status recently toured UK arenas with a ROE Visual video screen and MoveKet automation package from PRG UK.

After the release of 2024's Backbone, PRG UK headed to Co-Op Live, the UK's largest entertainment arena, in Manchester, to chat to the team and get the lowdown on the tour.

Walking into the main room, the clear centerpiece of the stage was the unusual letterbox LED upstage screen, supported by MoveKet automation to reveal the band as the show kicked off and created dynamic movement throughout the set. ROE Vanish V8T panels were used to build the 88.5'-wide-by-13' deep structure, chosen for its strong color depth and 50% transparency.

"It's a rave basically, it's a drum-and-bass concert," says Steve Jones, crew chief. "The video content is key and really leans into that for this show. Having the blow-through screen looks incredible with the lighting package and lasers behind it."

Along with the upstage screen were two 9.8' x 16.5 IMAG screens supported by a camera package consisting of a Grass Valley Karrera system with four Sony System cameras; two using Fuji long lenses at the front of house and two pit cameras with wide-angle lenses.

Another unique feature was the six floating trusses over the crowd, powered by the MoveKet automation system. Throughout the show, they rose in a striking V shape and then lowered right over the crowd's heads, fully immersing the room in the spectacle.

The show was designed by Sam Tozer and Vision Factory, and production-managed by Mike Clegg, supported by a crew, many of whom have been with the band for years.

"I've been happy with every tour I've done with PRG, and this one is no different," continues Jones. "Nothing's a problem for them, they understand the needs of this line of work, and I know I can pick up the phone to them any time of day and someone will help me. The equipment and engineering are fantastic. The service both in prep and on tour is always excellent."