Festival Pro Tips from the MMP Crew: What You Didn’t Know You Needed

Festivals might look like magic from the front of house, but backstage, it takes serious planning, teamwork, and experience. At Music Matters Productions, we’ve worked every kind of site and scenario. These are the tips that help us move faster, stay ready, and keep the show running.

Bring the Basics

Headlamp. Power bank. Rain jacket. Extra socks. These simple items can save your show day. Label your gear, because if it’s not marked, it’s probably gone.

Modular Systems Save Time

Our lighting, LED, and staging gear is built to move fast and adjust to changes. We pre-build and prep so we can shift easily when timelines change or site plans get updated.

Clear Communication Keeps Everything Moving

From digital radios to pre-shared schedules, we stay aligned across every department. Morning crew briefings and shared site plans keep everyone on the same page from load-in to soundcheck.

Take Care of the Crew

Hot weather and long days wear people down. We stock every truck with water, snacks, and electrolyte packs. We rotate shifts and create space to recover. A sharp crew means a better show.

Always Build in Options

Power changes. Weather rolls in. Setlists evolve. We show up with backup gear, alternate plans, and a crew trained to pivot without delay.

Respect the Site and the People On It

Introduce yourself. Don’t unplug something without asking. Clean your work area. The best crews work with purpose and leave the site better than they found it.

Smart Load-Ins Set the Tone

Our trucks are packed in show order. Gear comes off ready to deploy. Cables are labeled and pre-tested. That means we’re working efficiently from the moment the doors open.

Keep Learning the Gear

Tech evolves. We stay on top of it. Our team trains on the latest consoles, wireless systems, and video gear so we can offer the best solutions to clients without hesitation.

Know the Big Picture

Great production is about more than hitting cues. It’s about knowing what the client wants to feel and making that vision real. We plan for the headliner, the sponsor, the crowd, and the energy.

Let’s Make It Happen

Festivals are unpredictable. That’s what makes them great. With the right crew, the right tools, and the right mindset, we’re ready for anything.

Looking for a festival production partner with the experience to handle it all?
Music Matters Productions is ready when you are.