Mar
17

It’s Electric

At the onset of Charleston Fashion Week I am always taken by the event team’s ability to deliver fresh looks year after year. I have to say that this year is my favorite yet. Clean lines, great visuals, unique video elements – all focused on the art and artists. You will even see music video style designer profiles edited with custom DJ tracks. They have really put the rock in fashion this year.

Last night’s kickoff was highly entertaining and the standing room only crowd was electrified. With the Style Lounge and bar services in a separate tent this year, all of the main tent’s energy is directed at what is happening on the stage. And there is a lot to see. Each night this week has a great draw, so you will not be disappointed if you plan to go every night. Tonight’s featured designer is Project Runway’s Mychael Night. Check the CFW schedule for more lowdown.

PDA is proud to provide Charleston Fashion Week with technical event production and video production services.

Nicole Garrigan nicole@pdastage.com

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Mar
01

New Charleston Elementary School Inspired by Art and the Future

This morning’s Dedication of Sanders-Clyde Elementary Middle School was the perfect way to begin a Monday morning. In a beautifully designed, art-inspired building, the school played host to Mayor Riley, Dr. Nancy McGinley, Rep. Wendell Gilliard and many other community leaders who came together for the rebirth of one of Charleston’s schools that is most in need. Speeches were full of hope and gratitude and visions of success for all of the children who attend and will someday attend school at Sanders-Clyde.

PDA is honored to have been a part of the rebirth, and we were able to see the Strand Selecon lighting system in action this morning for performances by both the Sanders-Clyde Fifth Grade Strings Students and the Sanders-Clyde Dance Team. The culmination of the event was the unveiling of nationally renowned artist Jonathan Green’s mural that stands in as a warm invitation for all who enter and as a banner of inspiration for the entire neighborhood.

 

Nicole Garrigan nicole@pdastage.com