The British Avolites celebrates 50th

Founded in 1976, Avolites celebrates these days half a century of history with a series of initiatives such as a contest whose prize is a unique Avolites console, plated in 24 carat gold, or the presentation of the Avo50 Ambassador program.

The company was built on a simple but powerful idea: that creative people deserve tools that are fast, flexible, and designed for the realities of live performance. Today, Avolites is a reference in professional lighting and media control, and its products are used in all types of settings, from the most intimate and innovative experimental theater productions to the world's largest tours, festivals and television events.

At every stage of its journey, Avolites has focused on serving the people behind the control table. This commitment to lighting and visual designers, programmers and operators who turn technology into moments and experiences that excite audiences has fueled decades of innovation. From innovative control workflows to lighting and video integration, Avolites helps creatives tell richer, more ambitious visual stories.

Nikki Scott, CEO of Avolites, highlights that "50 years is an extraordinary milestone, and what really matters is the community behind it. Avolites exists thanks to the designers, programmers, technicians and partners who have trusted us with their creativity for half a century. This anniversary is a celebration of them: of their talent, passion, vision, imagination and all the incredible shows they bring to life every day."

Programa Avo50

At ISE in Barcelona, Avolites will present the Golden Console Competition, a campaign created to energize and connect the global Avolites community throughout the year. In addition, Avolites presents its ambassadors Avo50: fifty influential designers, programmers and operators who will be revealed over the next ten months. Their stories, experiences and achievements will be shared through interviews, video content and social media, putting the spotlight on the people who truly define the Avolites brand.

These initiatives will be complemented by a wide range of commemorative activities, such as a time capsule project, archives and special content that reflects the people, products and moments that have shaped Avolites over five decades.

"This anniversary isn't about looking back with nostalgia. It's about recognizing what we've built together and using that momentum to shape the future. We are incredibly proud of where Avolites has come and even more excited for the years ahead," concludes Scott.