On The Eve of the
Millennium...
Don Yunker Design
is continually producing new scenic concepts. As we approach
this milestone in history, we have a number of options to submit
upon request. For programs spanning consecutive days, events
and media staging designs can serve a multiple purpose when programs
require changes within the meeting format. The "connecting
thread" or theme of a program can be adapted each day for
a new look. This serves to enhance the message of the meeting
as well as provide for a visual nuance. With the Millennium upon
us, there is a wealth of possibilities to create effect and imagery
with all that has transpired and all that lies before us.
The cultured, elegant, stylish
and romantic qualities of the French, are represented this evening
with elements of fabric, floral and art. This as compliment to
carefully prepared cuisine and fine wine makes for an evening
of elegant dining.
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The history of
Egypt is told in cryptic fashion in hieroglyphics throughout
ancient ruins. Further clues of this civilization are found in
tombs lost for centuries in monuments built to house the departed
for eternity.
Such a place is
discovered this evening with torches lighting the sandstone entry
to an exciting and mysterious space beyond. A netherworld containing
clues to a culture relatively advanced unfolds. Hieroglyphs on
stone tell us of accomplishment and inventions during a sophisticated
time in history. |
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WEIRD SCIENCE
From the dark dungeons
of Frankenstein's Castle Laboratory, to the absurd futuristic
local of an Ed Wood film, guests are faced with an evening that
spans the realm of dubious taste and decorum to didactic displays
of information. Elaborate useless contraptions are mixed with
simple, useless contraptions in a grandly overdone laboratory
setting. Something for scientist wannabes of all types with customized
elements relative to an organizations theme or function. |
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*Millennium Concept*
The lives of ancient
people are a compelling mystery. A mysterious past conjures a
mystical view of the future, and the natural environment of an
ancient ruin is a unique atmosphere in which to celebrate. |
(Outdoor Venue)
The event area is enhanced
with lighting and simple appointments creating an environment
suited for an evening of flamenco music and dance.
A Spanish archway
decorated with pierced tin lanterns and accents of vivid wine
colored drapery frames the entry path. Trios of lanterns on stands
line the walk to the dining and staging area and light globes
with occasional pierced lanterns hang overhead.
The stage is backed
with a large Spanish archway that is accented with pierced lanterns
and made colorful with wine colored drapery. Two smaller arches
finish the stage right and left sides. Dancers may use these
passages as entry to the stage, for dramatic presentation.
Tables are presented
in two options, both with the addition of red carnation nosegays
provided for the traditional homage offering of this red flower
thrown at the dancers feet during and following their dance of
Pasi'on Gitana.
ELEGANT POOL AREA
Two up and over
truss structures create frameworks that support two large panels
of Lycra upon which are projected gobo patterns with Client logo
or appropriate meeting logo. Each truss upright is covered in
a sheath of translucent fabric and lit internally with colored
light. |
*Millennium Concept*
An entry to the future
takes us a time in space represented with translucent covered
truss structures over the dance floor and on the ballroom periphery.
Stretched fabric panels create vertical accent from floor to
ceiling and colored moving light overwhelms the space through
a swirling fog haze. With the overlying meeting theme and the
future at the forefront of the evening, a vision of these ingredients
becomes manifest in interpretation original in design and execution.
Route 66, the Fabled Journey
From a vintage
gas station in Chicago to the Santa Monica Pier, Route 66 has
inspired romance in most who have considered the open road. Left
in the wake of Route 66's closure is a colorful pastiche of drama,
literature and music from Bobby Troup's song to Jack Kerouac's
on the road. Endearing clichés remain along the route
from memorial signs to Cadillac Ranch to Teepee Motels and giant
arrows.
These design concepts stand on their own as themed events or
can be a dynamic tie-in to a general session or motivational
event.
The Future Ain't What it Used
to Be
The future of the "Client Company" is golden, and all
signposts will lead the guests toward that recognition during
the meeting. The tools of the mining trade and the hard work
necessary to use them will be in evidence throughout.
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Related Themes: |
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Go for
the Gold |
Motivational
Seminar |
Indiana Jones and
the Adventurers
The temple is so important to adventure,
on the edge.
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This is destined to be an
evening in the minds eye jungle of lost continents and worlds.
One must enter at certain risk, you see, as the torches at each
side of the temple are lit brightly on the grotesque stone effigy
guarding the entry. Blinding our eyes to the sarcophagus like
interior they warn against, yet influence the compulsion to enter. |
They are lit so brightly,
that the corridor beyond appears dark and mysterious, with only
the deep mist below to both guide and confuse footing. Light
beams dart about, revealing spiders and creatures too quick to
recognize, and the passage turns and twists until this long,
lost evening becomes the manifestation of every heroine and heroes
adventure. |
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Related Themes: |
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Treasure
Seekers |
Exploring
Uncharted Territory |
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