Brompton Technology's Tessera LED video processors recently brought the story of Live Aid to life in Just for One Day – The Live Aid Musical, which ran from May 2025 to February 2026 at London’s Shaftesbury Theatre.
Written by John O'Farrell, Just for One Day – The Live Aid Musical reveals the untold story behind the greatest gig in music history. The production features hit songs by Bob Dylan, David Bowie, The Who, U2, Queen, Madonna, The Police, Elton John, Paul McCartney, Diana Ross and more of the iconic artists who performed at the simultaneous charitable concerts in London and Philadelphia on 13 July 1985. Booking until 7 February 2026, the show continues Live Aid's charitable legacy with 10% of all ticket sales going directly to The Band Aid Charitable Trust.
The production used four Brompton Tessera SX40 LED video processors (two primary and two backups) paired with eight Tessera XD data distribution units, all supplied and integrated by Stage Sound Services. The INFiLED DB2.6 LED wall comprises the majority of the physical set on stage; a three-sided box that is five metres high and 10 metres wide, with two sides measuring four and a half metres long, creating a complete U-shape that surrounds the entire set. A band platform sits in the centre of the U-shape, with the cast performing just downstage.
The video wall remains on throughout the show, serving both narrative and scenic roles. It displays everything from story-driven content to live camera feeds, with projection on flown gauzes adding further visual layers.
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