• Truly amazing lights, you did an awesome job! Thank you!« Kurt Pongratz, TV Director
  • ...thank you for your ambition, your professionalism and your calm and sovereignty that you exude throughout the production. Thank you so very much, it is so nice that we got to know each other!« Thomas Stammberger, Director
  • Michael is an essential partner at all stages of our process, from the first designs, through detailing and development, to on-site direction and delivery. Adam Scott, Freestate London
  • The unanimous opinion - both from customers and the internal staff - after the event is short and concise a "Wow, we would never have expected that. Simply amazing." Your expertise and commitment has made this all possible - thanks again. M.Flossmann, Marketing Communication OCÉ Printing Systems)
  • Thank you Michi. Was awesome from your side. You're really crazy on the MA Desk and you have a hugely cool way of working! Thank you!Florian Ploder, PS Eventconsulting
  • The lighting design Michael delivered was amazing! He was a delight to work with – super professional and friendly and very reliable. Anna Rank, Hassell London
  • ...his great eye for the whole qualified him many times to the role of a lighting director and programmer which he fulfilled always to everybody´s content... Jogi Foerg, Senior Key Account Manager, PRG Germany
  • ...professional, touching, beautiful. Despite the short time, you have done an excellent job reaching out to people - whether on-site or at home before the live event. We thank you very much for your great effort. Thank you for your professionalism. We will recommend you with full conviction!Felix Finkbeiner, Plant-for-the-Planet Foundation
  • ...it has always been a pleasure to work with Mr. Kuehbandner’s refreshing approach to the entertainment design process...Patrick Dierson LD, Dierson Design Group
  • We are deeply grateful for the knowledge shared in an equally entertaining and professionally unique manner and can only recommend Michael Kuehbandner and his work to other companies. Hudson Barnes, President JSAV Mexico and the Caribean
  • ...the installation was so well received and we were really pleased with how the opening week went, so thank you again for everything....Anna Rank, Hassell London
ABOUT
WHO IS THIS GUY?

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Hi, I'm Michael Kuehbandner, a lighting designer with over 30 years of experience in the entertainment industry. My tagline is "striving to amaze your audience" - and that's exactly what i do with every project.

I was born in Regensburg in 1973 and now live with my wife and two kids in Munich. In 1994, I completed my education as a technical drawer and since then, I've been immersed in the world of lighting design, as a designer, director and programmer.

My lighting designs are always straightforward, on point and precise. They clearly communicate the intended message to the audience and integrate all assets on stage into a coherent whole. I believe that simple but powerful lighting is key in order not to overwhelm the audience and to set the stage for the artist properly. I strictly follow the "less is more" philosophy and aim for unusual, alternative approaches that create a contemporary and stylish look.

My expertise in CAD drawing and planning, as well as 3D modeling and visualization, enables me to bring my creative vision to life in a way that's both practical and visually stunning. In addition to my technical skills, my personality is characterized by an always calm and confident manner, which helps to keep things running smoothly. My professional and customer-driven way of handling things ensures that the client's needs are always the top priority.

Over the years, I've had the pleasure of working with a variety of internationally well known lighting designers on a multitude of national and overseas TV shows and Events. I worked with major brands such as AUDI, BMW, SONY and SAMSUNG on reveals and trade shows in Europe, Asia and the US. My lighting designs have been recognized with a prestigious Cannes Lion award, and my experience has helped to set new standards in lighting live sports events. On the touring side of live entertainment, I've worked all over the world as a lighting director and programmer, spanning the whole spectrum from "The Three Tenors" to "Soulfly".

I can offer a solid reputation and experience in the CORPORATE SECTOR as well as a vast experience in BROADCAST, STREAMING AND TV SHOWS and working regular on major LIVE ENTERTAINMENT productions rounds off the skills. Professional, loyal, outcome oriented and technically well versed combined with a positive, calm and confident manners are the hallmark of my work.
SERVICES
DEVELOPING INNOVATIVE DESIGNS ACROSS LIVESHOWS, BROADCAST & DIGITAL MEDIA

VISUAL DESIGN

Innovative and unconventional creativity, years of experience, a good taste and an eye for design aesthetics, as well as excellent communication skills.

PROGRAMMING

Programming lighting desks, media servers, interactive and generative applications and 3D Visualizations with technical knowledge and creative sentiment.

PREPRODUCTION

CAD and 3D modeling services for all creative and technical aspects with photorealistic visualizing and pre programming for your preproduction.

Visual Design, Programming, and Preproduction blend into a seamless and comprehensive suite of services, offering both integrated solutions and individual expertise. The synergy of these three core areas elevates the final product far beyond the sum of its parts Cllients can enjoy the convenience of a one-stop experience. Alternatively, each service is available as a standalone offering, providing specialized focus where needed. This adaptable approach ensures the crafting of solutions that are not just interconnected but also tailor-made, whether as a complete package or single modules, to meet the unique needs of each project and tackle every challenge with innovative and effective solutions.

CHECK OUT MY WORK
A FINE SELECTION OF PROJECTS I HAVE BEEN INVOLVED IN

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APACHE207 TOUR 2024 -
TOURING
2024 - ACROSS GERMANY

SCOPE: Studio Associate/Previz, Video Screens Director
CLIENT: Roland Greil
LIGHTING DESIGN: Roland Greil
STAGE AND VISUAL DESIGN: Carlo Angelini
VIDEO CONTENT: I AM U
LX PROGRAMMER: Klaus Kubesch
LIGHTING DIRECTOR: Tom Schwenzle
VENDOR: TDA
PHOTOS CREDITS: FEDER MUSIC

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ASIA CUP 2024 -
OPENING CEREMONY
2024 - LUASIL STADION DOHA

SCOPE: Studio Associate/LX Programmer/Previz
CLIENT: Roland Greil
LIGHTING DESIGN: Roland Greil
STAGE AND VISUAL DESIGN: SILA SVETA
EXECUTIVE PRODUCER: KATARA STUDIOS
PHOTOS CREDITS: KATARA STUDIOS
ASSOCIATE LD: Troy Eckerman
LX PROGRAMMER KEYLIGHT: Markus Neubauer
DESIGN ASSISTANT/SPOT CALLER: Tom Levin Schwenzle

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BAYERISCHER FILMPREIS -
TV AWARD SHOW
2024 - MUNICH

SCOPE: Lighting Design and Programming
CLIENT: BR - Plaza Media
VENDOR: Plaza Media

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SALES AWARD CEREMONY -
CORPORATE EVENT
2023 - LISBOA

SCOPE: Lighting Design / Previz

CLIENT: Projektstark
PRODUCTION DESIGN: Projektstark
VENDOR: WBLT

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AYLIVA - ARENA TOUR 2023
TOURING
2023 - ACROSS GERMANY

SCOPE: Studio Associate/Previz
CLIENT: Roland Greil - Lighting Design
PRODUCTION DESIGN: Roland Greil
LIGHTING PROGRAMMER: Klaus Kubesch/Dominik Doehler
LIGHTING DIRECTOR: André Bress
VENDOR: PRG

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MINI - LOVECRAFT
CORPORATE EVENT
2023 - GALLERIA KAUFHOF - MUNICH

SCOPE: Associate Lighting Design
CLIENT: Roland Greil Lighting Design
TECHNICAL PRODUCTION: NIYU
VENDOR: AMBION

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APACHE 207 - ARENA TOUR 2023
TOURING
2023 - ACROSS GERMANY

SCOPE: Studio Associate/Previz
CLIENT: Roland Greil - Lighting Design
PRODUCTION DESIGN: Carlo Angelini
LIGHTING PROGRAMMER: Klaus Kubesch
LIGHTING DIRECTOR: Tom Levin Schwenzle
VENDOR: TDA | CLAIR

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VORWERK KOBOLD - BALL DER BESTEN
CORPORATE EVENT
2023 - BALLHAUSFORUM - MUNICH

SCOPE: Creative Lighting Design and Programming
CLIENT: LIMELIGHT
LIGHTING DESIGNER: Tom Mayerl
PRODUCTION DESIGN: PROJEKTSTARK

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HELENE FISCHER TOUR 2023 REHEARSALS -
TOURING
2023 - ÖVB ARENA BREMEN - BARCLAY ARENA HAMBURG

SCOPE: Lighting Programming
CLIENT: Cirque de Soleil
LIGHTING DESIGNER: Tim Routledge
LIGHTING PROGRAMMER: Tom Young
LIGHTING DIRECTOR: Dave Wolstenholme

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VKB JAT
CORPORATE EVENT
2023 - MOTORWORLD - MUNICH

SCOPE: Lighting Programming
CLIENT: LIMELIGHT
PRODUCTION DESIGN: TRENDHOUSE

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BALL DES SPORTS
AWARD GALA
2023 - FESTHALLE FRANKFURT MAIN

SCOPE: Lighting Programming
CLIENT: Arkin Atacan
PRODUCTION DESIGN: Juergen Hassler
VENDOR: PRG

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MAGIC -
THEATER
2022 - PRINZREGENTENTHEATER - MUNICH

SCOPE: Lighting Design
CLIENT: Daniel Guendner
PROGRAMMER: Max van de Ra
PRODUCER: Muenchen Musik

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BAVARIA SOUNDS -
MUSIC OPEN AIR
2022 - MUNICH

SCOPE | Studio Associate/Programming
CLIENT | Roland Greil
PRODUCTION DESIGN | Florian Wieder
PHOTO CREDITS | Manfred Vogel / Wieder Design

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ORF STARMANIA -
TV CASTING SHOW
2022 - ORF VIENNA

SCOPE | Associate Lighting Design/Programming
CLIENT | Roland Greil
PRODUCTION DESIGN | Florian Wieder

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MALTA FILM AWARDS -
TV SHOW
2022 - MCC MALTA

SCOPE | Associate Lighting Design/Programming
CLIENT | Roland Greil
PRODUCTION DESIGN | Florian Wieder
VENDOR | Nexos Lighting

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GM ZERO ARABIA EXHIBIT -
CAR SHOW
2021 - WORLD TRADE CENTER - DUBAI

SCOPE | Lighting design
CLIENT | Jack Morton
PRODUCER | Jan-Philipp Sass
VENDOR | Snap

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CELONIS CELOSPHERE 2021 -
HYBRID EVENT
2021 - BAVARIA STUDIOS - GRUENWALD

SCOPE | Studio Associate and Previsualization
CLIENT | Roland Greil
PRODUCTION DESIGN | Matthias Kublik
VENDOR | Bavaria Studios Munich

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DAS GROSSE DEUTSCHLAND QUIZ -
TV SHOW
2021 - BAVARIA STUDIOS GRUENWALD

SCOPE | Lighting Programming
CLIENT | Jerry Appelt
SET DESIGN | Bella Reicheneder
VENDOR | Bavaria Studios

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DIE SCHLAGERNACHT DES JAHRES 2021-
MUSIC SHOW
2021 - KÖNIG PILSNER ARENA OBERAUSEN

SCOPE | Lighting Programming
CLIENT | Gruppe 20
LIGHTING DESIGN | Andreas Kisters

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WORLD PREMIERE VOLKSWAGEN ID4 GTX-
MIXED REALITY
2021 - AIRPORT BERLIN TEMPELHOF

SCOPE | Lighting Programming
CLIENT | Lleyendecker
LIGHTING DESIGN | Urs Schretzmeier
CREATIVE CONCEPT | Jangled Nerves

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LOL - LAST ONE LAUGHING
TV COMEDY
2021 - BAVARIA STUDIOS GRUENWALD

SCOPE | Lighting Programming
CLIENT | Bavaria Studios Gruenwald
SET DESIGN | Florian Wieder
DOP| Achim Bendix

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HELENE FISCHER - IM RAUSCH DER SINNE
TV MOVIE - ZDF
2021 - ALTE SCHILDKRÖTFABRIK - MANNHEIM

SCOPE | Studio Associate
CLIENT | Roland Greil
LIGHTING DESIGN | Roland Greil
VENDOR | PRG

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HEAD IN THE CLOUDS -
MUSIC FESTIVAL
2021 - ROSE BOWL PASADENA LOS ANGELES

SCOPE | Studio Associate
CLIENT | Roland Greil
SET DESIGN | Florian Wieder
LIGHTING DIRECTOR | Troy Eckerman

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WER IST DAS PHANTOM -
TV SHOW
2021 - BAVARIA STUDIOS GRUENWALD

SCOPE | Studio Associate
CLIENT | Roland Greil
LIGHTING DESIGN | Roland Greil
PRODUCTION DESIGN | Florian Wieder
VENDOR | Bavaria Studios

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BMW NEXT GEN -
HYBRID STUDIO AND MOVIE PRODUCTION
2020, BMW WELT MUNICH

SCOPE | Lighting programming
CLIENT | Jerry Appelt
LIGHTING DIRECTOR | Markus Neubauer
VENDOR | Neumann&Mueller

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HELENE FISCHER WEIHNACHTSSHOW -
TV SHOW
2020, Fairgrounds Duesseldorf

SCOPE | Lighting direction and programming
CLIENT | Tim Routledge
LIGHTING DESIGN | Tim Routledge
KEYLIGHT PROGRAMMER | Timo Graf
VENDOR | Kaiser Showtechnik

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RED BULL BC ONE -
SPORT EVENT
2020, HANGAR 7, SALZBURG

SCOPE | Depence2 PreProgramming
CLIENT | Gruppe 20
LIGHTING DESIGN | Florian Schreiter
LIGHTING PROGRAMMER | Marc Lorenz

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BMW MOTORSHOW CHINA -
CAR SHOW
2020, AUTO CHINA - BEJING

SCOPE | CAD and Preprogramming
CLIENT | TLD Planungsgruppe
VENDOR | PRG China

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PURPLE SCHULZ -
REMOTE OPERATED CONCERT
2020, ONE2ONE STUDIO - BOTTROP

SCOPE | Associate lighting design, CAD drawing and Depence2 pre programming
CLIENT | Roland Greil
LIGHTING DESIGN | Roland Greil
LIGHTING PROGRAMMER | Marc Brunkhart
REMOTE NETWORK Remote Recoding Network

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DA KOMMST DU NIE DRAUF -
TV SHOW
2020, MCM STUDIOS - COLOGNE

SCOPE | Lighting programming and operating
CLIENT | Jerry Appelt
PRODUCER | Bavaria Entertainment
VENDOR | Cape Cross

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THE TASTE SEASON 2016-2020
TV SHOW
2020, BAVARIA STUDIOS - MUNICH

SCOPE | Lighting operating and programming
CLIENT | Jerry Appelt Light Design
PRODUCER | Redseven Entertainment
VENDOR | Cape Cross

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SCUDERIA ALPHA TAURI -
LAUNCH EVENT 2020
2020, HANGAR 7 - SALZBURG

SCOPE | Lighting design, 3D previz and programming
CLIENT | Gruppe20
DIRECTOR | Philipp Diehl-Thiele
TECHNICAL DIRECTOR | Andi Groener
BROADCASTER | ServusTV

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BSH COMMERCIAL SHOOT -
ADVERTISING
2020, EISBACH STUDIOS - MUNICH

SCOPE | Lighting direction
CLIENT | TLD Planungsgruppe
PRODUCER | Schmidhuber Architects
VENDOR | Neumann&Mueller

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EURO 2020 FINAL DRAW -
TV SHOW
2020, ROMEXPO STADIUM - BUCHAREST

SCOPE | Lighting Direction
CLIENT | Production Office
LIGHTING DESIGN | Henning Schletter
VENDOR | PRG

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ŠKODA OCTAVIA WORLD PREMIERE 2019 -
CAR SHOW
2019, NATIONAL GALLERY - PRAQUE

SCOPE | Lighting design
CLIENT | adhoc engineering
SHOW DIRECTOR | Quintons Concept
CREATIVE DIRECTOR | Jack Morton Worldwide
LIGHTING DESK AND WYSIWYG | Markus Axmann

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BRANDNER KASPER 2019 -
THEATER
2019, LENBACHHAUS MUNICH

SCOPE | Lighting direction and programming
CLIENT | Charly Pauli
DIRECTOR | Thomas Stammberger
PHOTOS | Brigitte Sporrer

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ROCK MEETS CLASSIC -
TOURING
2019, GERMANY

SCOPE | Lightingdesign
CLIENT | Manfred Hertlein
MUSICAL DIRECTION: Matt sinner and Zlatko Kresic

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SOUNDS OF CINEMA -
TV SHOW
2017, ZIRKUS KRONE, MUNICH

SCOPE | Lighting direction and programming
CLIENT | Charly Pauli
VENDOR: PRG

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BAYERISCHER FERNSEHPREIS -
TV AWARD
2016, PRINZREGENTENTHEATER, MUNICH

SCOPE | Lighting Programming
CLIENT | Barbarella Entertainment
LIGHTING DESIGN | Henning Schletter
VENDOR | PRG

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MUSIKHELDEN -
TV SHOW
2014, BERLIN

SCOPE | Lighting Direction
CLIENT | System Provider
VENDOR | BBM

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SAMSUNG AT CES -
TRADESHOW
2012, LAS VEGAS

SCOPE | Lighting Design
CLIENT | Freestate
ART DIRECTOR | Adam Scott
VENDOR | LIGHTSWITCH

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SONY at IFA -
TRADESHOW
2008-2011, BERLIN

SCOPE | Lighting Design
CLIENT | Freestate
ART DIRECTOR | Adam Scott
VENDOR | LIMELIGHT

GET IN CONTACT
LOOKING FORWARD TO MEET YOUR CRAZIEST IDEAS

I'd love to hear more about your project and see how I can help make it shine (literally!). I promise to bring my A-game to every project, whether it's a small trade show or a large-scale concert tour. My lighting designs are not only straight and powerful, but also fresh and contemporary - i am all about breaking new ground! So what are you waiting for? Let's work together to make your event unforgettable! Simply fill out the form below with some details about your project and I get back to you as soon as possible.

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