CIC PRELIMINARY FEEDBACK – Event Production

Bright Spark Productions are currently exploring the creation of a new non-profit event production company based in Halton, with a clear mission: to help local organisations put on bigger, better, and more professional events while making high-quality equipment and technical support accessible to everyone.

The idea is to support charities, community groups, schools, and local businesses by providing access to professional sound, lighting, staging, and event technology that may otherwise be out of reach. Alongside this, the project would aim to create opportunities for young people in the area by offering training courses and hands-on experience in technical theatre and live event production, helping them develop real skills and pathways into the industry.

Before moving forward, I’m gathering feedback to understand whether there is a genuine need for this kind of support within Halton, what types of events organisations are running, and what budgets typically look like.

We would be very grateful if you could take 2–3 minutes to complete this short survey:

Your input will directly help shape a community-focused service designed around real local needs.

Thank you in advance for your time and support.

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1) What type of organisation are you?

Charity / Non-profit Community group / Club School / Education provider Commercial business Local authority / Public sector Other (please specify)

2) Are you based in Halton or the surrounding area?

Yes – Halton Nearby (please specify location) No

3) Do you organise events?

Yes – regularly (4+ per year) Yes – occasionally (1–3 per year) Rarely No

4) What types of events do you run?

Fundraising events Community celebrations / festivals Awards evenings Conferences / talks Performances / shows Sports events School productions Outdoor events Corporate events Other (please specify)

5) Have you ever hired professional production equipment before?

Yes No

6) If yes, what did you hire?

PA / sound system Stage lighting Staging / platforms Outdoor event equipment LED screens / projection Power / generators Event technicians / crew Full event production service Other (please specify)

7) How often would you realistically need access to production equipment/services?

Several times per year Once per year Every couple of years Only for special one-off events Not likely to need it

8) What would stop you from hiring professional production services currently?

Cost / budget limitations Unsure who to contact Events are too small Lack of knowledge about what’s needed Already have a provider No current need Other (please specify)

9) If affordable, community-focused production support was available locally, would you consider using it?

Yes – definitely Possibly Not sure No

10) What is your typical event production budget (if any)?

No budget Under £250 £250–£500 Prefer not to say £500-£1000 £1000-£3000 £3000+

11) What would be most valuable to you?

Low-cost equipment hire Full event setup and operation Technical advice and planning Small PA systems for community events Lighting for atmosphere Staging for performances Outdoor event support Training / skills development opportunities Other (please specify)

12) Would you be interested in being contacted about this project in the future?

Yes No

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