Technical Rider: Transforming a Stage into a Laboratory for Bubble Art and Magic

The Invisible Enemy: Air Control (HVAC)

Soap bubbles consist of a liquid film merely microns thick. Their biggest enemies are evaporation and turbulence.

  • Drafts: The stage area must be strictly free of direct wind or AC drafts. Air conditioning must be adjustable or temporarily diverted during the act.

  • Humidity: While not critical, extremely dry environments (under 30% humidity) accelerate evaporation. We utilize proprietary misting tools to create a local micro-climate on stage if necessary.

  • Why this matters: Controlling the air allows us to build structures larger than a human being without them popping prematurely.

Lighting the Invisible: The Optics of Interference

A soap bubble is transparent. Without proper lighting, it is invisible. To reveal the iridescent colors (caused by light wave interference), the lighting setup is non-negotiable.

  • Backlight & Sidelight: We require strong backlighting and rim lighting to make the bubble 'glow' against a dark background.

  • Blackout: The venue must be capable of total darkness (or dimming). Daylight washes out the visual contrast.

  • No Frontal Wash: Direct frontal white light kills the reflection. We work with the venue's Lighting Designer (LD) to sculpt the light around the bubbles, not directly on them.

Global Logistics: From Madrid to the World

We understand the pressures of international freight and tight schedules.

  • ATA Flight Cases: All equipment travels in custom-made, shock-proof ATA flight cases, ready for air freight.

  • Plug & Play: Our setup is self-contained. We bring our own basins, props, and smoke machines. We only require a standard power outlet (220V/110V adaptable).

  • Setup Time: We are efficient. Full stage setup takes 60 minutes. Teardown takes 30 minutes. This allows for seamless transitions between acts in a busy gala.

Safety & Risk Management

Professionalism means safety.

  • Floor Protection: We use absorbent stage carpets to prevent any slip hazard. The stage is left as dry as we found it.

  • Non-Toxic Formulas: Our chemical solution is hypoallergenic, non-toxic, and safe for all audiences.

  • Certificates: We provide all necessary MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheets) for customs and venue safety officers upon request.

Conclusion: Engineering the Perfect Show

Great art requires great discipline. By adhering to these technical standards, we ensure that the audience focuses on the wonder, not on technical glitches. We don't just bring a show; we bring a seamless production experience.