Theatre lighting by 10 out of 10

Theatre & opera

Lighting design and technical production for theatre and opera.

Lighting design, production support, equipment hire and permanent systems for stage productions, musical theatre and opera.

Support for theatre & opera

Lighting and technical support for the stage.

10 out of 10 was formed to serve theatre and entertainment. The team provides lighting design for stage productions, musical theatre and opera, wider technical production, equipment hire and technical installations for theatres.

Tell us about the production, the rehearsal and performance dates, and the equipment already installed in the theatre. We can support your own technical team or discuss a wider production role.

A theatrical scene lit by 10 out of 10

Lighting design

Lighting designed for the production.

Paul J. Need’s work spans theatre, opera, musical theatre and dance, with more than 500 production credits. Ask for a lighting design on its own or with equipment from the company’s hire stock. Traditional fixtures and current lighting technology can be considered together.

  • Lighting design led by Paul J. Need
  • Traditional and current lighting equipment
  • Equipment supplied alongside the design
Discuss lighting for your show

Not sure which service you need? Describe the project in the form and ask us for advice.

Crew assembling stage lighting, truss and modular staging

Event production

The technical team around your show.

Bring lighting, sound, AV, staging, sets and rigging into one production brief. Designers, engineers, operators and crew can support particular departments or the wider production. Delivery, setup, project management and technical operation can be included.

  • Equipment-only or supported production
  • Designers, engineers, operators and crew
  • One-off performances and UK tours
Ask about production support
The Grove Theatre auditorium and lighting rig

Technical installation

Equipment for this performance. Systems for your theatre.

Hire microphones, lighting, consoles, speakers, rigging, follow spots and effects for a particular show. For the building itself, discuss permanent lighting, sound, staging and drapes, backed by technical support. Tell us whether you need a temporary hire or a lasting change to the venue.

  • Single items and complete hire requirements
  • Permanent lighting, sound, stage and drape systems
  • Technical support by phone and email
Discuss your theatre’s requirements

Relevant experience

Selected theatre and opera experience

Selected work from 10 out of 10’s production, lighting-design and installation background.

Royal Academy of Dramatic ArtSurrey OperaScottish OperaDorset OperaTheatro Technis, LondonBeckenham Arts Centre

Lighting-design review · Dorset Opera

“Paul Need’s imaginatively varied and coloured lighting… this element was outstanding.”

Roderic Dunnett
Church Times — review of Dorset Opera

Planning your project

Before we talk.

Does the company provide lighting design as well as equipment?

Yes. Lighting design and equipment hire are both available.

Can the wider production be supported?

Yes. The production service covers lighting, sound, audio visual, staging, sets, rigging, project management and technical operation.

Does 10 out of 10 install theatre systems?

Yes. The installation service covers lighting, sound, stage and drape systems for theatres and other venues.

Talk to 10 out of 10

Tell us about your project.

Send the venue, dates and what you need for your theatre & opera project. Let us know which equipment and people you already have, and where you need support.

Initial advice and quotations are free.

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