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“We continue to have targets and visions that we aspire to and complete which makes it all worthwhile.” Steven believes the larger the event, the more
adrenaline and scope it brings. “T ere is nothing quite like watching a giant marquee being rigged and all your favourite supplies turning up on site. We designed a private Halloween party in Essex which was very successful. Props included a large bridge in the centre of the marquee with a full market stall and haunted house on one side and a lounge and dance area on the other. It was dark, smoky and very authentic. Acts such as stilt walkers, Dracula dwarves and black swan dancers kept the guests entertained.” Steven and his team always create something
fresh and fun from any brief their client provides them and they get to know each individual client before the planning process begins. “T e initial meeting comes fi rst. We study the client and their way of living, personality, culture, interests etc. Next we draft and sketch a full proposal from what characteristics we gather.” T e booking process begins with gathering
together acts, materials, props, structures and lighting plans. T e timescale to plan a party is normally 10 days to two weeks.
“It is certainly not a walk in the park!” he said.
And after working with the likes of Elton John and Simon Cowell, Steven enjoyed working with singer Adele. “She is pleasant, straight to the point and understands my vision,” says Steven. “I have my eye on a few more but we will have to see what happens next.” Steven is a keen believer that every party idea
must be designed with purpose and that the event should refl ect our own lives and interests. Steven feels parties can allow us to recreate our wildest dreams and allow us to push the boundaries so we should always remember to choose a venue that will suit the chosen theme. “Timing is very important to me and to keep a tight schedule from day one. Lighting eff ects as acts and performers are introduced is also a top priority.” Steven adds: “Visual eff ects and dramatic décor options depict a theme and collectively tell the story. T e last process of the build is to tidy, clean and make sure all props, fabric pleats, furniture and staging are on point and ready for guests to enter.” Steven Duggan Events is also expanding outside of the UK with clients coming to him from all over the globe after hearing about the business on social networking sites and through word of mouth. “I love exploring new cultures and taking our designs out of the UK. We are currently expanding our Global page on our website, beginning with promotions in Dubai and Mumbai primarily, but we obviously travel to any country. We get a lot of enquiries, which are obviously more challenging to deliver as it is like building a home abroad. Our team fl y with us but most of the supplies and design items must be sourced there, especially if it cannot be transported by vehicle.”
Currently the team are working on a Cirque du Soleil themed party, including numerous performers and astounding stage designs. Steven said: “We are constantly expanding the business with daily meetings and targets to meet. T e aim is to make the service user friendly and exciting and we are always discovering ways to make this more fun and stress free!”
For more information, visit,
www.stevendugganevents.com
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