Boy band legends Westlife celebrated their 25th anniversary with two sold-out concerts on October 27 and 28 at the iconic Royal Albert Hall in London. ACME Lighting was proud to turn this milestone into a truly unforgettable spectacle.

The group, formed by Shane Filan, Kian Egan, and Nicky Byrne, with Mark Feehily absent for part of the tour, was accompanied by the prestigious Royal Philharmonic Concert Orchestra. Together, Westlife re-imagined their classic hits in a grand symphonic setting, creating a night that blended nostalgia, elegance, and musical power.

To complement the majesty of the venue and the emotional intensity of the performance, ACME fixtures were strategically positioned across the stage to sculpt both atmosphere and impact.

The ACME BLINDER LINE 10 IP units were mounted on both sides of the stage in angled vertical arrays, forming elegant light arrays behind the performers. With tungsten emulation and ACME’s patented electronic frost system, the versatile fixtures painted the hall with warm, cinematic tones and soft looks—enveloping the performance in a golden glow. Dynamic strobes and individual pixel control added energy and visual impact, transforming each moment into a striking visual experience.

Meanwhile, the TORNADOs were positioned on the stage floor behind the performers to outline the shape of the stage. From this low-angle placement, they delivered powerful beams and vibrant colors, adding a sense of depth and grandeur to the stage.

Set within the majestic domed architecture of the historic Royal Albert Hall, every fan was immersed in a stunning 360° visual experience. From warm, nostalgic ballads to uplifting anthems, every song unfolded like a chapter of a story—one that spans a quarter-century of memories, youth, and shared emotions.

As fans joined in chorus, Westlife once again proved why their music transcends time, carrying the echo of an entire generation. Together with ACME Lighting, this milestone became not just a memory—but a moment forever written in light.

Special Thanks to:

Lighting Supplier: Lights Control Rigging - LCR

Production and Lighting Design: Tim Routledge

Associate LD: Morgan Evans

Photo Credits: Centreline Films, Andrew Timms, Cian Duignan, Andrew Moyles Photography

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