Luc Petit Creation – Open White

Texas Aggies: Into the Battlefield

François — Sat, 28 Dec 2024 16:30:30 +0000

Through a spectacular and immersive production featuring nearly a hundred artists and extras alongside projections on the Mardasson, enhanced by grandiose pyrotechnic effects, this show conceived by Luc Petit constitutes a poignant tribute to the heroes of the Battle of the Bulge.

An event befitting the duty of remembrance required by the commemoration of this crucial chapter in history, evoked through the fate of five young Texans plunged into the hell of winter 1944. A vibrant tribute to those who fell around Bastogne and to the veterans who wrote and shaped our contemporary history.

Client: Luc Petit Creation

Position: Project Manager – Light Designer – Light Operator

The Roads of Liberty – Belgium

François — Sun, 22 Dec 2019 11:56:33 +0000

As part of the commemorations of the Roads of Liberty, we participated in the lighting design and operation for several shows conceived by Luc Petit.
Staged at various locations, these events combined historical narration, artistic performances, and large-scale scenic installations, set in outdoor environments rich in symbolism.
We developed a lighting narrative to serve the story, aiming to structure the space, accompany the scenes, and enhance the emotional dimension of the show, while respecting the specific constraints related to the venues and outdoor conditions.
Our involvement was in close collaboration with the artistic and technical teams (sound, video, effects), requiring precise synchronization and great adaptability in live conditions.
We ensured the operation of the lighting systems for all performances, maintaining a high level of reliability, consistency, and precision.

Position: Light designer and operator
Art direction and staging: Luc PETIT
Organizers: The City of Bastogne
Production: Les Nocturnales ASBL

Les Féeries de Beloeil (2nd edition) – Belgium

François — Mon, 19 Aug 2019 12:08:44 +0000

As part of Les Féeries de Beloeil, we contributed to the lighting design and operation for this production staged by Luc Petit, deployed at the heart of the Beloeil Castle estate.
Conceived as an immersive route combining aerial performances, on-water interventions, and outdoor scenes, the show unfolded within a rich landscaped setting, between gardens, planted vistas, and heritage architecture.
We developed a lighting concept aimed at structuring the spaces, revealing the site’s depth, and supporting the various artistic sequences, seeking a balance between atmosphere, clarity, and visual impact.
Our involvement required a comprehensive approach to the site, integrating outdoor constraints, multiple viewpoints, and coexistence with other disciplines (acrobatics, music, effects), requiring precise synchronization and strong adaptability under live conditions.
We ensured the operation of an extensive lighting setup, with a high level of rigor in terms of consistency, precision, and reliability.

And the stone became light.

François — Sat, 25 May 2019 15:17:42 +0000

A show where architecture comes alive.
With “And the stone became light”, the Collegiate Church of Huy transforms into a true scenic jewel. The show follows the tradition of heritage operas conceived by Luc Petit, where stone, steeped in history, becomes the starting point for an immersive experience blending light, dance, music, and performance.
In this context, light does not merely illuminate: it reveals. It highlights Gothic lines, redefines volumes, and constantly interacts with the architecture. Each scene enhances the venue, transforming matter into emotion.
Our work on this project was guided by this logic: to design lighting capable of existing on a grand scale while remaining precise, sensitive, and deeply connected to the location. A luminous design conceived to accompany artists, structure spaces, and guide the audience’s gaze to the heart of the show.
Between visual power and narrative finesse, light here becomes a language in its own right — a direct link between stone and life.
A project where heritage and contemporary creation meet to give birth to a timeless experience.

Production: Les nocturnales
Direction: Luc Petit
Text: Michel Teheux
Light designer / operator: François Vandermeeren

Qing Show – Luc Petit (Qingdao, China)

François — Sun, 19 May 2019 11:41:42 +0000

We participated in the lighting design and operation for Qing Show, a permanent, international-scale immersive show designed for a 360° theater featuring an aquatic stage, special effects, and advanced media systems.
We developed a lighting narrative that serves the storytelling, with particular attention to spatial perception, contrast dynamics, and the integration of volumes within a complex and evolving stage environment.
Our involvement was part of a multi-department technical ecosystem (video, automation, laser, FX), requiring precise synchronization and a deep understanding of the interactions between light, materials (water, smoke, laser, reflective surfaces), and media.
We also managed the operation of a large-scale lighting system in the context of a permanent show, with high demands for reliability, precision, and reproducibility.

Position: Lighting & Laser Designer & Operator

The Journey of the Magi (tour) – Belgium

François — Thu, 03 Jan 2019 12:23:27 +0000

As part of this immersive creation directed by Luc Petit, we participated in the lighting design and operation for the show Les Rois Mages, presented within the cathedrals of Brussels and Tournai.
Conceived as a visual and narrative journey, the show relies on a powerful spatial arrangement, where the lighting accompanies the story and guides the audience’s gaze through the various sequences.
We developed a lighting style centered on creating atmospheres, managing contrasts, and highlighting architectural volumes, in constant dialogue with the specific characteristics of these heritage sites.
Our intervention required precise adaptation to each location, taking into account technical constraints, monumental scales, and diverse viewpoints, while ensuring the coherence and clarity of the performance.
We managed the lighting operations in a demanding context, with particular attention paid to precision, the fluidity of transitions, and the quality of execution within sensitive environments.

Reaching for the Moon VII

François — Sun, 30 Sep 2018 15:04:31 +0000

A monumental show at the crossroads of reality and imagination.
For Reaching for the Moon, lighting becomes a central element of the storytelling. It structures the space, supports movement, and amplifies every emotion. On a grand scale, it shapes powerful visual tableaux while maintaining the essential precision required in service of the performers.
Our work on this project consisted of designing a lighting language capable of engaging in dialogue with the architecture, volumes, and scenography. Every atmosphere, every contrast, every transition was conceived to immerse the audience and enhance the show’s impact.
Between visual power and finesse of execution, light fully contributes to the experience: it guides the eye, sets the pace of the narrative, and helps create moments that feel suspended in time.
A project where technique gives way to emotion, giving the audience the feeling of coming close to the impossible.

Inauguration of Les Bastions – Tournai (Belgium)

François — Sun, 29 Apr 2018 11:50:18 +0000

As part of the inauguration of the Les Bastions shopping center in Tournai, we participated in the design and lighting operation of the show created by Luc Petit for the VO Event agency.
Presented before several thousand spectators, the event combined choreographic performances, high diving, juggling, and pyrotechnic effects in a large-scale stage setup.
We developed a lighting approach aimed at structuring the space, supporting the narrative, and enhancing the visual impact of the different sequences, while ensuring optimal visibility in a complex outdoor environment.
Our work was integrated in close collaboration with the artistic and technical teams (FX, pyrotechnics, stage), involving precise synchronization and constant adaptation to live constraints.
We operated the lighting system under demanding event conditions, with a high level of responsiveness, precision, and reliability.

Position: Light design and operator

The Pergola Show – Florence

François — Thu, 19 Apr 2018 12:39:05 +0000

As part of this exceptional international private event conceived by Luc Petit, we participated in the design and lighting operation for one of two evenings deployed in iconic locations throughout Florence.
The first evening was held at the Salone dei Cinquecento in Palazzo Vecchio, featuring an immersive dinner designed in collaboration with Charles Kaisin, integrating performances and visual installations within a prestigious heritage environment.
The second night took place at the Teatro della Pergola, with a stage design combining projection mapping, aerial performances, practical effects, and visual interventions, in a multidisciplinary approach delivered by international teams.
We developed a lighting design adapted to highly contrasting contexts, working on architectural enhancement, performance visibility, and coherent integration with media and effects.
Our work was part of a complex technical ecosystem, requiring close coordination and precise synchronization with the various artistic and technical departments.
We provided lighting operation in a high-demand event context, with particular attention to precision, visual coherence, and execution quality.

The Christmas Bell Ringers

François — Fri, 05 Jan 2018 11:05:36 +0000

The Great Bell no longer rings.
What a tragedy for the Bell Ringer, whose mission is to announce the arrival of Christmas. He must absolutely find a solution as quickly as possible to save Christmas.
The adventure takes you, alongside the Bell Ringer, to meet unusual and mysterious characters who draw you into a wild journey in search of the sound of the Christmas Bell.
Between music boxes, automatons, and chimes, Luc PETIT and Michel TEHEUX take audiences into a magical audiovisual spiral full of poetry.
Magic, illusions, humour, and dance—everything is staged brilliantly to delight the eyes and ears. An odyssey filled with hope that immerses the audience in the innocence of childhood, guided by the graceful clatter of Christmas’s celestial percussion.

First collaboration for creation and lighting programming

For this first creative adventure alongside Luc Petit, I had the opportunity to shape the luminous world that accompanies The Christmas Bell Ringers. From the very first discussions, the aim was to find the right emotion—the colour that tells a story, the sparkle that highlights a gesture, or the shadow that leaves room for mystery.
My work took shape as an exploration: how can light resonate with the rhythm of the music? How can the artists be wrapped in a warm, festive, or magical aura depending on the scenes? Each moment was conceived as a small story in itself, a fragment of magic to be revealed with delicacy.
The lighting programming was carried out in the same spirit of sensitivity and precision. Cue after cue, I sought to create a visual breathing space—transitions that go unnoticed yet are felt, and lighting accents that support emotions without ever imposing them.
Working with the artistic and technical teams made it possible to weave a true dialogue between the director’s intentions, the performers’ energy, and the poetry that light can offer. This collaboration gave me a space where creativity could be fully expressed, in the service of the sense of wonder that is so characteristic of Luc Petit’s worlds.
For me, this first shared experience marks the beginning of a joint artistic journey, fuelled by inspiration, attentive listening, and a shared desire: to bring magic to life.