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Keeping Up With Gallagher: What We’ve Been Up To Post-2020
You may have read up on our last blog post about what we’ve been up to since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020. After such a challenging year, it almost felt like events were going to take more…
The Gallagher Staging Pivot: A Recap of COVID-19
Hey there! It’s been a minute since we’ve taken you backstage with us, so here’s the down ‘n dirty on what we’ve been up to at Gallagher Staging and Manufacturing through the hottest heat of COVID-19. Like everyone else in…
TYLER, THE CREATOR’S “FLOWER BOY” TOUR
Tyler Gregory Okonma, better known as Tyler, The Creator, returned to the stage back and better than ever for his much anticipated “Flower Boy 2018 Tour.” Tyler, a 27-year old American rapper known for his blasphemous lyrics and shocking humor teamed up with opener Vince Staples to kick off the 23-show tour on January 26, 2018, at the PNE Forum in Vancouver and concluded at the Eagles Ballroom in Milwaukee in March 2018.
GALLAGHER STAGING ELIMINATES DISPOSABLE PLASTIC BOTTLES
Although April 21 marks the date dedicated to our home, we should recognize every single day as Earth Day. One of the most devastating statistics of the mistreatment of our home is the rapid mass production of plastics.
GREEN DAY’S REVOLUTION RADIO TOUR
In January 2017, Gallagher Staging welcomed the challenge of fabricating custom set elements for Green Day’s Revolution Radio Tour. It only made sense for Green Day to perform on an epic custom set to promote their first album in four years.
J. Cole’s Forest Hills Drive Tour
Grammy nominated and platinum recording artist, J. Cole, wrapped up his Forest Hills Drive Tour with a homecoming to Fayetteville, NC and an HBO special. The tour, based off his 2014 Forest Hills Drive album, allowed J. Cole to personally…
KAABOO FESTIVAL DEBUT
The premier of the KAABOO Festival in Del Mar, California was the ultimate weekend escape! KAABOO descended on sunny socal the weekend of September 18-20 in Del Mar California, transforming the Del Mar Racetrack and Fairgrounds into an oasis of…
KID ROCK’S CHEAP DATE TOUR
It’s no surprise that Kid Rock knows how to throw a party, and if you don’t have a ticket you might be out of luck! With record breaking sold out concerts across the nation, the soulful rocker’s Cheap Date: First…
MTV FANDOM AWARDS 2015
Are you a total superfan of of everything entertainment? Well then there’s an award show for you! The MTV Fandom Awards celebrates talent from the big and small screen, where the winners are determined by diehard fans via online and…
EDC LAS VEGAS 2015
It’s no surprise that 2015’s EDC Las Vegas was a sold out success for a fifth year in a row. With over 134,000 people in attendance, the Las Vegas Speedway was bursting with an energy so palpable, you can’t help…
PUFF DADDY BRINGS BACK THE 90’S
The 90’s are back and in full force! Puff Daddy brought back the Bad Boy Records gang for a killer performance at the 2015 BET Awards in Los Angeles. Collaborating artists for the big performance included Mase, 112, Faith Evans,…
FLORENCE + THE MACHINE
Florence Welch of Florence + The Machine kicks it up a notch in her junior album How Big How Blue How Beautiful. After taking four years off since her last release in 2011, the new album bursts with energy and is…
Rihanna Rocks the iHeart Radio Music Awards
Just days after Rihanna dropped her new hit “B*tch Better Have My Money,” she rocked the stage at the 2015 iHeart Radio Music Awards, delivering a fierce performance. Although we couldn’t get Rihanna her money, we were able to get her a real…
Pentatonix World Tour
With sold out shows across the nation, mainstream a cappella group Pentatonix, proves that they’re here to stay. This YouTube phenomenon averages close to 15 million views per video, delivering professional versions of hits by the likes of Daft Punk,…
Gallagher at the Grammy’s
The biggest night in music featured many memorable moments, and some that we wish we could forget. Nonetheless, Gallagher Staging was apart of it all, setting the stage for Katy Perry, Kanye West, Sir Paul McCartney, and Rihanna. Miss Katy…
Avengers Disney Half Marathon
18,000 of Marvel’s best were out in full force for the Avengers Half Marathon at the Disneyland Resort in Orange County on November 15th and 16th.. The 13.1 mile course was covered in superhero power and Gallagher Staging gear. Runners…
Flying High with Big Hero 6
There was high-flying fun to be had at the Big Hero 6 Movie Premiere at the El Capitan Theatre on November 4. The popular Marvel adventure received Disney’s special treatment, making this their first comic to become an animated motion picture. For this…
World Series Staging Home Run
San Francisco was a sea of orange and black this Halloween, as the Giants celebrated their World Series victory for the third time in five years. As the parade commenced, the streets were covered in confetti as the players made…
Slipknot, The Gray Chapter Tour
Slipknot, the famous masked metal marauders put a nail in the coffin once again for their 2014 Gray Chapter Tour – their first album release in 6 years. After being under the radar for quite some time, Slipknot continues to embrace all…
iHeart Radio and Iggy Azalea
Gallagher Staging was definitely on speed dial for the fourth annual iHeart Radio Music Festival, in Las Vegas. This 2-day event was a musical extravaganza, bringing together some of the most iconic artists and musicians in the world. At the…
Monumentour
Paramore and Fall Out Boy hit the road this summer for their co-headlining “Monumentour”. Not to worry about who’s Top Dog in this duo – competition is hardly needed between these torch-bearers. Despite which band you gravitate more to, both…
Electric Daisy Carnival
This is the second consecutive year that Gallagher Staging built what was referred to as the “Bulletproof” stage at this years Electric Daisy Carnival in Las Vegas. Standing at 66′ tall x 270′ wide x 60′ deep, this superstructure supported…
Los Angeles Kings Parade
This is the 2nd victory lap for the LA Kings and Gallagher Staging in three years! The Stanley Cup parade got underway on June 16th in L.A., with the Kings players and coaches hoisting the trophy yet again for their…
KROQ WEENIE ROAST
KROQ and Gallagher Staging were a powerhouse team once again for the 22nd Annual Weenie Roast at the Verizon Wireless Amphitheater! This event typically marks the rise of summer, tan lines, and the beginning of of concert season for most.…
CISCO LIVE, SAN FRANCISCO
Gallagher Staging knocked it out of the park for Cisco Live 2014 in San Francisco! Celebrating 25 years of IT education and training, Cisco closed conference events by hosting a customer appreciation concert at AT&T Park, with special performances by…
HOTEL IGGY, NOW OPEN
Hotel Iggy is officially open for business! As an opening act for renowned stars Beyonce, Nas, and Rita Ora, Iggy launched her very first headlining tour (The New Classic) in Boston on April 23. The Aussie rap sensation transformed the stage…
COACHELLA MUSIC FESTIVAL
Coachella 2014 definitely lived up to its wild, free spirited reputation, attracting over 90,000 music junkies and a lineup that was hard to pass up. For the Grand Champion of Music Festivals, Gallagher Staging left its mark on not one,…
MUPPETS STEAL THE SPOTLIGHT
The fury and lovable Muppets received Gallagher’s red carpet treatment at the World Premiere of Muppets Most Wanted in Los Angeles. With all the Muppet superstar light radiating on the red carpet, on-lookers and co-stars alike almost got a tan during their…
MACKLEMORE MADNESS
Rapping genius, known on the music scene as Macklemore, is respected by many for more than just his creative, fresh new sound, but for his ability to electrify audiences. For his Fall 2013 U.S. Tour, Macklemore’s high-powered performances were complimented…
TINKER BELL HALF MARATHON
Disney and Gallagher Staging team up once again to make dreams come true! The Tinker Bell Half Marathon, hosted by Never Land’s very own, Tinker Bell and Peter Pan, was 13.1 miles of amazing sights, sounds, and of course, Gallagher…
JOHN LEGEND TOUR
With a set list that is heavily relied on Legend’s latest album, Love In the Future, John Legend continues to woo crowds during his Made To Love Tour,delivering a night of ingenuity and passion. Known for his sensual and romantic edge, John…
AVENGED SEVENFOLD TOUR
Avenged Sevenfold approached Gallagher Staging to produce an elaborate custom set for their 2013 Hail to the King Tour. Gallagher Staging’s team spearheaded a comprehensive strategy to construct and execute a manageable, yet intricate tour set for this popular Southern California…
SELENA GOMEZ WORLD TOUR
Selena Gomez’s production team turned to Gallagher Staging to deliver a multifaceted stage set that would ensure a dramatic setting for her Stars Dance World Tour, which kicked off in Vancouver, BC on August 14, 2013. Gomez’s set design required numerous…