LONDON – Although he’s better known for his work behind a microphone than in front of a camera, Rod Stewart has appeared in a few films in his celebrated career. But the Rock ‘n Roll Hall of Famer, has never been in a thriller box office hit. Still the multi-Grammy winner turned out for the world premiere of “Mission Impossible – The Final Reckoning” at Leicester Square.

Stewart wasn’t the only non-film-star celebrity to turn out for the big event. Stars like Dua Lipa, Idris Elba and Florence Pugh, were also there to lend star power to the premiere, even though they were not involved in the film. Such is the glamour of the Mission Impossible franchise. Such is the glamor of its star Tom Cruise. And Such is the glamour of an international film debut at Odeon Leicester Square!

A smartly executed production by Limited Edition Event Design helped that glamour sparkle even mor brilliantly during the widely anticipated event. For technical support and lighting, Limited Edition Event Design turned to its frequent collaborator Milton Keynes-based IPS.

Helping to ensure that that the star-studded premiere was shown in the best light for the sizable live crowd, as well as for the millions of fans who watched broadcast and other media coverage of the event, IPS relied on 530-plus CHAUVET Professional fixtures and panels that were positioned throughout the site.

Included in this collection were over 460 REM 3IP LED video panels. Displaying evocative images from the film and its stars, the panels were positioned across a 50-meter main platform, as well as on branding walls around a custom-built fountain and entrance arch, all with 3D design and full safety sign off.

A collection of 40 Color STRIKE M motorized strobe-washes pumped up the energy level with their intense output and pixel effects. Given the large number of celebrities on hand for the event, the media-interview area was a busy place. IPS ensured that all camera shots came off smoothly there by installing 30 onAir IP panels.

As befitting a blockbuster event, IPS turned up in force at Leicester Square, staffing the world premiere site with a crew that put in over 80 hours, ensuring that it was “mission accomplished” for the final chapter in the Mission Impossible story.