Meetup at Way Out West Festival

WIL Ent had a very successful meet up at the start of August at Way Out West which is a city festival in Gothenburg Sweden. The five stages host a broad variation of artists and music over three days and WIL Entertainment was there for a Meet & Greet with legendary LD Emmanuelle Gigi Pedron, currently on tour with Queens Of The Stone Age. WIL Ent ambassador Linnea Ljungmark explains:

“Gigi took time to talk about how she first started in the industry, her workflow and life on the road. We asked her what advice she would give her younger self and she answered that it would be to take care of her health. She also showed us around her workplace on and behind the stage as well as their hotel on wheels, the nightliners. At the end of the day we got to join her FOH to watch the show and her amazing work during a live performance where she plays the lighting console like an instrument. It was also great to see so many talented women in the crew backstage and among touring LD's. A big thank you to Gigi and the crew at Way Out West for letting us visit and for taking the time to chat and show us around.”

Event Details:

Date: August 7th, 2025
Time: TBC
Meeting point: TBC
Registration Deadline: August 1st, 2025

About Emmanuelle ‘Gigi’ Pedron

Emmanuelle Pédron, or ‘Gigi’ as many prefer to call her.

Gigi is a Lighting Designer graduate of the School of Fine Arts of Lorient, France in 2001 with a national degree in art expression. She approaches light as a texture, an almost tangible material, as some artists would use paint or clay, and embraces the darkness of live shows for experimenting.

With a true passion for musicians 19 years of experience on the road, she has created over a hundred lighting designs for a diverse range of artists from both America and abroad.

Gigi has worked with a wide array of bands as a substitute LD or Off Tour shows.

What We Offer:

Free Admission: You will receive accreditation to the Festival.

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to network with industry professionals and students, gain valuable insights into the latest in entertainment lighting. Secure your spot by registering before the deadline.

We look forward to seeing you there!