Event Programming and Delivery

FEI’s areas of expertise include;

• Commissioning of new work,
• Programming of Music, Dance, Theatre, Opera and outdoor events
• Coproduction and production development
• Project Management
• Tour management
• Contract negotiation and management,
• Travel and accommodation,
• Freight, carnets and customs.
• Work Permits and Visas
• Sustainability

FEI’s international experience is extensive, having produced and collaborated with some of the world’s greatest festivals and events. It represents some of the most accomplished programmers and producers working today.

Behind programming lies a whole raft of detailed planning that must be effectively managed to ensure an event’s success. FEI has particular expertise with scheduling, using the Artifax suite of software.

New UK Visa regulations coming into force in 2008 will have considerable impact on festivals and events involving non EEA artists and FEI has been right at the heart of discussions with government on the issue.

Technical production and event management is becoming increasingly complicated and regulated. FEI has access to some of the most experienced production managers in the world to ensure clients deliver a safe and successful event.

Rapidly following on the heels of risk assessment, and health and safety generally, is the issue of Sustainability of festivals and events with the introduction of the new UK standard BS8901