Headquartered in Emsdetten, Germany, POOLgroup is a leader in event technology and production for a variety of markets. The company's portfolio ranges from major festivals to television productions, making it a trusted partner for events of all sizes. Their comprehensive services include technical planning, project management and the operation of state-of-the-art event technology such as lighting, sound, video and rigging.
Held annually at the Hockenheimring, the Glücksgefühle Festival combines music, culture and entertainment in a breathtaking setting. Thousands of visitors gather to enjoy live music, DJ performances and elaborate light shows. Set against the backdrop of a motorsport venue, the festival offers a unique platform for spectacular stage setups, with ample space to execute an elaborate show design.
POOLgroup seized the opportunity to push the creative boundaries at Glücksgefühle, using the festival's expansive setting to deliver an extraordinary show that combined music with immersive visual storytelling. The Euphoria Stage, which hosted a number of high-profile pop acts throughout the event, was transformed with a bespoke design featuring large LED displays, inventive lighting setups and multiple towers to create layers of visual depth. A total of 320m² of LED surface and just over 900 fixtures were used.
Central to POOLgroup's work on the Closing Show was Syncronorm's Depence software, which served as a vital tool for integrating lighting, lasers, video and pyrotechnics into a cohesive, synchronized performance. The software's real-time visualisation and programming capabilities allowed POOLgroup's operators to meticulously plan every aspect of the show before it went live, ensuring flawless coordination and optimal creative output.
Using Depence, the POOLgroup team programmed individual elements in advance, creating a seamless blend of light, laser and pyrotechnic effects that contributed to the powerful emotional impact of the show. POOLgroup’s operators praised the software for its realistic renderings, which allowed them to visualize how every element would come together, making it possible to fine-tune the show’s timing and design before going on-site. The team expressed pride in their work on the Glücksgefühle festival, emphasizing the thrill of delivering a grand finale for festival-goers. As a highly innovative and creative endeavor, the event demanded the full technical and artistic expertise of the team. Working on this scale underlined POOLgroup's commitment to quality and innovation, pushing the boundaries of live event production.
Reflecting on their experience with Depence, POOLgroup was impressed by the software's user-friendly interface and the seamlessness it brought to their creative process. Any minor issues encountered were quickly resolved by Syncronorm's dedicated support team, whose commitment to improving Depence ensures that it remains a reliable, first-class tool for live event production.
POOLgroup highly recommends Depence as a solution for anyone in event production looking to unify and visualise complex elements within a single, intuitive platform. With Depence, they were able to create an exceptional show for Glücksgefühle that left a lasting impression on both the audience and the industry.
