Scenic elements for live performance must do more than establish a visual world.

When performers interact directly with scenery, every structure must balance creative intent with movement, durability and performance functionality.

For Terhal by Dragone in Diriyah, Riyadh, Evolution Scenic designed and fabricated a collection of movable scenic elements inspired by traditional Saudi environments. The scope included authentic market carts engineered to become parkour obstacles and a custom land-based abra combining traditional Arabian boat styling with a self-powered buggy system.

Working across engineering, fabrication and scenic finishing, the team developed performance-ready structures that contributed to the visual identity of the production while responding to the physical demands of live acrobatic performance.

The Challenge

The scenic elements needed to appear authentic within the cultural world of the production while functioning as active pieces of performance equipment.

The market carts needed to support parkour sequences, requiring robust construction and controlled mobility.

At the same time, the custom Arabian boat needed to move independently across the performance space while retaining the appearance and character of a traditional abra.

Rehearsals introduced additional considerations. The uneven, sand-like performance flooring affected the movement of the carts, while the buggy boat required responsive braking and manoeuvrability for controlled positioning during the show.

The Solution

Evolution Scenic combined engineering, fabrication and specialist scenic finishing to develop each element around both its visual and performance requirements.

A collection of Saudi street market carts was designed and fabricated to serve simultaneously as scenic props and parkour obstacles. Their construction needed to withstand repeated interaction with performers while remaining movable during the production.

Following rehearsals on the sand-like flooring, the caster configuration was adapted with manual braking systems, improving control and allowing the carts to be positioned more effectively during performance.

For the show's custom land-abra, Evolution Scenic fabricated a traditional Arabian boat around a self-powered buggy platform. The structure incorporated a functional steering tiller and rustic scenic treatment, concealing the underlying mobility system within an authentic-looking scenic piece.

The braking system was also refined during rehearsals to provide the controlled movement and accurate stage positioning required for live operation.

Delivery Highlights

• Saudi street market cart fabrication
• Performance-ready parkour obstacles
• Movable scenic structures
• Custom land-based Arabian abra
• Self-powered buggy system
• Functional steering tiller
• Rustic scenic finishing
• Engineering for live acrobatic performance
• Caster wheel adaptations
• Manual braking systems
• Rehearsal-led technical adjustments
• Integrated engineering, fabrication and scenic finishing

Outcome

The completed scenic elements became active components of the Terhal performance rather than static pieces of scenery. Market carts supported physical parkour sequences, while the custom land-abra introduced a mobile theatrical feature that combined traditional visual references with concealed mechanical functionality.

By responding to challenges identified during rehearsals and adapting the structures for the performance environment, Evolution Scenic delivered robust, controllable and visually convincing scenic elements capable of meeting the demands of a live production.

The project demonstrates Evolution Scenic's ability to integrate creative fabrication with practical engineering, particularly where scenery must move, carry performers or interact directly with choreography.

Project Ecosystem

Evolution Scenic – Scenic engineering, bespoke prop fabrication, structural development, mobility systems, performance adaptations, scenic finishing and rehearsal-led modifications.

Children’s events require environments that are visually engaging, easy to navigate and flexible enough to support different activities throughout the programme. Scenic design plays an important role in creating that sense of discovery while providing practical spaces for workshops, entertainment and formal ceremonies.

For Emirati Children’s Day 2018 at Umm Al Emarat Park in Abu Dhabi, Evolution Scenic was entrusted with the design and production of the festival environment and awards ceremony for the Supreme Council for Motherhood and Childhood.

The project combined workshop spaces, activity areas, family hospitality zones, bespoke signage, stage scenery and a large suspended feature prop, all delivered within a demanding production timeline.

The Challenge

The event brought together educational workshops, creative activities, family areas, media requirements and a formal awards ceremony within one programme.

Each environment needed its own purpose and visual identity while remaining connected to the wider festival experience. The awards ceremony also required a more formal setting for the presentation of the Council’s Bullying Prevention Award, with seating for 200 attendees.

With a tight production schedule, Evolution Scenic needed to coordinate the fabrication and installation of multiple bespoke elements across the venue while ensuring everything was completed in time for the event.

The Solution

Evolution Scenic designed and produced a series of environments tailored to the different activities taking place throughout Emirati Children’s Day.

A dedicated festival area incorporated a tent for workshops alongside custom activity spaces and an outdoor environment with food and beverage services and family seating. Individual workshop areas featured bespoke backdrops and interactive elements, creating distinctive spaces for educational and artistic activities.

A dedicated media area was supported by custom signage to improve visibility and accessibility, while bespoke wayfinding and event signage were installed across the wider venue.

For the awards ceremony, Evolution Scenic transformed the conference centre with a custom stage backdrop, event branding and seating for 200 guests, providing a more formal environment for the recognition programme.

One of the project's defining scenic features was a giant paper aeroplane prop, fabricated as a large-scale visual installation and suspended from the ceiling. The piece created an immediate focal point while adding a playful element appropriate to the children's event.

Delivery Highlights

• Festival scenic design and production
• Dedicated workshop tent
• Bespoke children's activity areas
• Outdoor family seating environment
• F&B area integration
• Custom workshop backdrops
• Interactive scenic features
• Dedicated media area
• Bespoke event and directional signage
• Awards ceremony scenic production
• Custom stage backdrop
• Seating environment for 200 attendees
• Giant suspended paper aeroplane prop
• Multi-area venue installation
• Delivery within a tight production programme

Outcome

Emirati Children’s Day brought together educational, artistic and celebratory experiences within a vibrant environment designed specifically for children and their families.

By creating dedicated spaces for workshops, activities, hospitality, media and the awards ceremony, Evolution Scenic supported the different functions of the programme while maintaining a cohesive event environment.

The giant suspended paper aeroplane, bespoke activity areas and custom scenic elements gave the event a distinctive visual character, demonstrating Evolution Scenic’s ability to deliver multi-zone festival environments that combine creative fabrication with practical event functionality under demanding production timelines.

Project Ecosystem

Evolution Scenic – Festival scenic design, bespoke fabrication, workshop environments, custom backdrops, stage scenery, large-scale prop fabrication, signage, event branding and installation.

High-level international conferences require environments that support diplomacy, discussion, media activity and hospitality while maintaining a strong sense of place. For the Pre-COP28 Conference at Emirates Palace in Abu Dhabi on 30–31 October 2023, Evolution delivered a turnkey event solution for a preparatory meeting ahead of COP28 under the UNFCCC framework.

Working within a 14-day delivery programme, Evolution developed the overall style and ambiance of the event and coordinated the delivery of scenic environments, breakout spaces, cultural programming, VIP hospitality and press-conference infrastructure. The result was a cohesive event setting that balanced operational precision with cultural references to the UAE.

The Challenge

The Pre-COP28 Conference required a polished and highly coordinated environment suitable for government officials, experts and senior stakeholders participating in international climate discussions.

The programme included formal conference activity, breakout meetings, an opening ceremony, media requirements and VIP hospitality, meaning several event functions needed to operate seamlessly within one overall environment.

The 14-day production window added significant pressure. Concept development, scenic design, custom fabrication, furniture, AV infrastructure, cultural content and hospitality elements all needed to be resolved and delivered within a compressed schedule.

The event also required cultural authenticity, with the overall experience needing to reflect the UAE through design, performance and guest-facing details without distracting from the formal nature of the conference.

The Solution

Evolution conceptualised the overall style and ambiance of the Pre-COP28 Conference, developing a visual and experiential direction that connected the different event areas.

Custom-built tents and furniture were designed and produced for breakout meeting rooms, creating dedicated spaces for smaller discussions while maintaining consistency with the wider event environment.

For the opening ceremony, Evolution delivered turnkey production incorporating cultural elements and performances by local artists, creating a strong opening moment aligned with the significance of the event.

VIP welcome baskets were also produced using locally sourced products, adding a hospitality layer that reflected the UAE’s heritage and local identity.

A dedicated press-conference room was supported by a comprehensive AV system designed to facilitate presentations, media communication and formal announcements.

The reception environment was curated to create a welcoming arrival experience and reinforce the cultural tone of the wider event.

By coordinating these elements as part of one turnkey delivery, Evolution maintained continuity between scenic design, operations, cultural programming, media requirements and hospitality.

Delivery Highlights

• Turnkey production for the Pre-COP28 Conference.

• Event held at Emirates Palace, Abu Dhabi.

• Event dates: 30–31 October 2023.

• 14-day delivery programme.

• Overall event style and ambiance development.

• Custom-built breakout tents.

• Bespoke breakout furniture.

• Turnkey opening ceremony production.

• Cultural programme integration.

• Performances by local artists.

• VIP welcome baskets.

• Locally sourced hospitality products.

• Press-conference AV system.

• Media and presentation infrastructure.

• Curated reception environment.

• Multi-zone event coordination.

• Delivery and execution.

Outcome

The completed Pre-COP28 Conference environment supported a high-profile programme of international climate discussions, breakout sessions, media activity and formal hospitality.

The combination of custom breakout spaces, cultural programming, VIP details and media infrastructure created a complete event environment rather than a series of isolated production elements.

The project demonstrates Evolution’s ability to deliver complex high-level conferences under compressed timelines, coordinating concept development, scenic environments, hospitality, cultural content and technical production within one integrated delivery model.

Project Ecosystem

Evolution – Event concept development, turnkey production, scenic design, custom tents, breakout furniture, opening ceremony production, cultural programme integration, VIP hospitality, press-conference AV setup, reception curation, delivery and execution.

Hospitality installations need to enhance the guest experience without compromising the operation of the venue around them. For Ramadan 2022, Evolution Scenic delivered a fixed seasonal installation at SUQ Restaurant within Four Seasons Jumeirah Beach Resort, transforming the dining environment through a combination of traditional architectural references, bespoke scenic fabrication and ambient lighting.

The project included six custom mashrabiya arches, decorative walkway features, a stage constructed above the existing water fountain, fairy lighting and branded scenic elements. Every part of the installation was developed to create a cohesive Ramadan atmosphere while working carefully around the restaurant’s existing architecture and operating hours.

The Challenge

The installation needed to create a strong visual transformation while remaining sensitive to the daily operation of a luxury hospitality environment.

SUQ Restaurant remained active during the installation period, so fabrication and on-site works had to be planned around guest access and operating hours. Unfinished scenic elements could not be left exposed within the customer environment.

The existing layout also introduced spatial constraints, particularly around the water fountain, where the entertainment stage had to be integrated without compromising the surrounding architecture or circulation.

The challenge was therefore to balance decorative impact, operational continuity and efficient use of the available space.

The Solution

Evolution Scenic developed a bespoke Ramadan installation centred around architectural scenic features and warm decorative lighting.

Six mashrabiya arches were designed and fabricated using intricate geometric patterns inspired by traditional regional architecture. Internal upright lighting was incorporated into the structures to add depth and create a warm visual effect throughout the dining environment.

Additional decorative arches were positioned along key walkways, helping guide guests through the restaurant while extending the same visual language across the space.

A custom entertainment stage was constructed above the existing water fountain. This required the scenic structure to work around the existing feature rather than replace or obscure it. Custom lighting and fabric embellishments were incorporated into the stage treatment to maintain consistency with the Ramadan aesthetic.

Fairy lights were installed throughout the dining area to provide an additional layer of ambient illumination, while bespoke branded elements reinforced the identity of the seasonal activation.

Installation sequencing was carefully planned around restaurant operations so that work could progress without disrupting guests or leaving incomplete elements visible during service hours.

Delivery Highlights

• Ramadan installation for Four Seasons Jumeirah Beach Resort.

• Installation at SUQ Restaurant.

• Six bespoke mashrabiya arches.

• Traditional geometric scenic detailing.

• Integrated upright lighting within the arches.

• Decorative walkway arches.

• Guest circulation enhancements.

• Custom entertainment stage.

• Stage constructed above the existing water fountain.

• Bespoke lighting treatment.

• Fabric embellishments.

• Decorative fairy lighting.

• Custom branded elements.

• Live hospitality environment installation.

• Works coordinated around restaurant operating hours.

• Space-efficient scenic integration.

Outcome

The completed installation transformed SUQ Restaurant into a cohesive Ramadan dining environment while preserving the functionality and character of the existing venue.

The mashrabiya arches established the primary visual language, while integrated lighting, walkway treatments and fairy lights created a warmer and more atmospheric guest experience. The stage above the fountain introduced an entertainment focal point without requiring major changes to the existing restaurant layout.

The project demonstrates Evolution Scenic’s ability to deliver seasonal hospitality installations within live venues, where scenic fabrication, architectural integration, installation sequencing and guest experience all need to be considered together.

Project Ecosystem

Evolution Scenic – Scenic design and fabrication, mashrabiya arches, decorative walkway structures, stage construction, lighting integration, fabric embellishments, branded scenic elements, live-site installation and delivery.

Large-format sculptural signage can operate as both a branding element and an architectural focal point. For the KSA presence at Expo 2025 Osaka, Evolution created a custom sculptural sign designed to reflect Saudi Arabia’s identity while providing a strong visual centrepiece for the pavilion’s opening ceremony.

The finished installation combined precise fabrication with bold three-dimensional form and metallic gold and bronze finishes, creating a distinctive branded feature suited to the scale and profile of the international event.

The Challenge

The sign needed to function as more than conventional event branding. It had to achieve enough physical presence to stand as a sculptural feature while remaining visually refined and appropriate to the Saudi Arabia pavilion environment.

The fabrication therefore required careful control of proportion, surface finish and dimensional accuracy so that the completed installation would read clearly from multiple viewing positions and maintain a premium appearance at close range.

The Solution

Evolution developed the KSA sign as a bespoke three-dimensional scenic installation, combining engineered internal construction with carefully finished external forms.

The individual letter elements were fabricated to create a substantial sculptural presence, with the final surfaces treated in gold and bronze finishes to reinforce the visual identity of the installation.

Attention to alignment, consistency and finishing ensured that the separate components read as one cohesive feature once assembled within the pavilion environment.

The result was a large-scale branded installation that combined signage, scenic fabrication and sculptural presentation within a single feature.

Delivery Highlights

• Bespoke KSA sculptural signage.

• Installation for Expo 2025 Osaka.

• Three-dimensional letter fabrication.

• Large-format scenic construction.

• Precision fabrication and assembly.

• Gold scenic finishes.

• Bronze scenic finishes.

• Pavilion branding feature.

• Opening ceremony installation.

• Sculptural event centrepiece.

Outcome

The completed KSA sign created a strong visual focal point for the Saudi Arabia pavilion and its opening ceremony at Expo 2025 Osaka.

Its dimensional form and metallic finishes gave the branding a more architectural and sculptural presence than conventional signage, helping it operate as part of the wider pavilion environment rather than simply as a graphic identifier.

The project demonstrates Evolution Scenic’s ability to translate branding into large-scale physical installations where form, finish and fabrication quality are central to the final visual impact.

Project Ecosystem

Evolution Scenic – Sculptural signage fabrication, three-dimensional scenic construction, finishing, assembly, delivery and installation.

Large ceremonial events require scenic environments that respect cultural identity while also resolving access, safety, technical concealment and guest movement. For the Annual Union Parade 2024 in Al Wathba, Evolution Scenic delivered a coordinated range of culturally inspired scenic elements and functional event structures within a demanding production programme.

The scope included tribal benches, custom lamp décor bases, branded walls, family tents, a large wooden roundabout, CNC-cut log walling, bespoke steps and ramps for His Highness’s entrances, technical hiders, camera platforms, cable trunk cladding, fire extinguisher stands and signage walls. Together, these elements created a visually cohesive environment that balanced cultural presentation with operational and safety requirements.

The Challenge

The project required scenic fabrication to meet several priorities at the same time: cultural authenticity, functional access, technical integration, safety compliance and fast-track delivery.

The event environment needed to reflect traditional visual cues through benches, tents, decorative features and timber treatments, while also accommodating practical infrastructure such as speaker concealment, camera positions, cable management and safety equipment.

Access for His Highness also required dedicated scenic structures, including custom steps and ramps, which needed to work seamlessly within the wider visual language of the event.

The tight programme and complex logistics added further pressure, particularly because each element had to satisfy both operational requirements and a high standard of cultural presentation.

The Solution

Evolution Scenic developed a range of bespoke scenic and structural elements tailored to the parade environment.

Culturally inspired features included tribal benches, custom lamp décor bases, branding walls and family tents, helping establish a consistent visual identity across the site.

A major feature was the custom wooden roundabout, incorporating a CNC-fabricated log wall treatment. Bespoke steps and ramps were integrated into the structure to support His Highness’s entrances while maintaining a coherent scenic finish.

Technical infrastructure was also carefully concealed. Custom hiders were fabricated for speaker boxes, while camera platforms and cable trunk cladding were developed to preserve functionality without allowing technical equipment to dominate the visual environment.

Safety-related elements, including fire extinguisher stands and signage walls, were incorporated into the scenic treatment so that required equipment remained accessible while still fitting within the overall design.

The project was delivered under tight deadlines and complex logistical conditions, requiring close coordination across fabrication, finishing, transport and on-site installation.

Delivery Highlights

• Scenic fabrication for the Annual Union Parade 2024.

• Installation in Al Wathba, Abu Dhabi.

• Culturally inspired tribal benches.

• Custom lamp décor bases.

• Branded scenic walls.

• Family tent environments.

• Large custom wooden roundabout.

• CNC-fabricated log wall treatment.

• Bespoke steps and ramps for His Highness’s entrances.

• Technical hiders for speaker boxes.

• Custom camera platforms.

• Cable trunk cladding.

• Fire extinguisher stands.

• Safety signage walls.

• Safety-compliant scenic infrastructure.

• Technical concealment integrated into the scenic design.

• Fast-track fabrication and delivery.

• Complex event logistics and installation.

Outcome

The completed Union Parade environment combined cultural detailing with the practical infrastructure required for a major ceremonial event.

Traditional scenic features established the visual character of the site, while custom access structures, technical hiders, camera platforms, cable cladding and safety elements allowed operational requirements to be integrated without disrupting the overall presentation.

The project demonstrates Evolution Scenic’s ability to deliver culturally sensitive event environments where scenic fabrication must also resolve VVIP access, technical infrastructure, safety compliance and demanding logistical constraints.

Project Ecosystem

Evolution Scenic – Cultural scenic fabrication, bespoke benches, decorative features, family tents, wooden roundabout construction, CNC log walling, VVIP access structures, technical hiders, camera platforms, cable cladding, safety infrastructure, delivery and installation.