SHOW STOPPER


September 2, 2022

For more than twenty years, APAD has taken island events over the top.

story by Robert Cocuzzo

photography by Bill Hoenk

Few places on the planet do events quite like Nantucket. From festivals to weddings to galas to auctions to fundraisers, the summer event circuit swirls and swirls in all its glory. As a result, it takes a whole lot to move the needle and produce an event that stops people in their tracks. Those who really want to achieve that elusive awe factor for their gatherings on the island turn to Advanced Production and Design (APAD).

Since 2000, APAD has been producing unforgettable parties, perhaps most notably the Nantucket Boys and Girls Club Summer Groove. “Our mission is to elevate the standards of the entertainment industry by providing cutting-edge equipment, endless event solutions and a team you can depend on,” said APAD’s CEO and light guru Adam Ramsey. “Our clients on the island are never afraid to get creative with their events and think outside the box.


Dispatching mesmerizing lighting, cutting-edge audio/visual equipment and jaw-dropping decor, APAD instantly distinguishes their events from all the rest. Along with their decades of experience, their success is rooted in collaboration. “We love being involved with our clients from start to finish to help make their event dreams a reality,” said APAD’s COO and audio/visual master Evan Perry. “Creating custom-built features and lighting installations is always a fun way for us to get creative and really put on a show-stopping event.”


For more information about Advanced Production and Design or to book them for your next event, visit apadonline.com

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