Expect. More. THE LAST STEP BEFORE THE SHOW.
More creativity, more technology, more efficiency: We’ve combined your requirements for unique events with our experience from thousands of events. The result is The Zone – a flourishing POOLgroup event campus that offers boundless opportunities.
Productions are not decided on show day. They are decided in the days leading up to it. The Zone is built for pre-productions, rehearsals, show programming and technical testing. It is where final adjustments are made, workflows are refined and plans turn into certainty. Complete stage productions, corporate shows and exhibition installations can be built, tested and optimised under real-world conditions before they go on tour or move into the venue. When the audience arrives, there should be no surprises.
That is why The Zone exists.
PREPARE FOR MORE. PREPARED FOR MORE.
The Zone was built for productions that need certainty before going live.From pre-productions and rehearsals to show programming and technical testing, this is where final adjustments are made before productions go on tour, move into a venue or take place in front of an audience.Complete stage productions, corporate shows and exhibition installations can be built, tested and optimised under real-world conditions. For greater planning reliability. For greater flexibility.
For productions that need to be ready when it matters most.
TEST THE COMPLETE SHOW BEFORE THE AUDIENCE DOES
The Zone provides the ideal environment to test, refine and optimise productions as a whole.
- Test and fine-tune show flows and transitions
- Program and align lighting designs
- Set up and validate audio systems
- Simulate artist routes and backstage operations
- Evaluate setups under real-world conditions
- Implement adjustments before going live
What works here will work on stage.
POSSIBILITY ZONE
The Zone is whatever you make it: Outstanding infrastructure and versatile space means you can do what you need to do. Over 600 square meters of flexible production hall and seamlessly integrated technology, the knowledge and experience of the on-site POOLcrew, and the POOLgroup’s extensive technical resources are at your disposal.
COMFORT ZONE
The Zone is a professional space for everyone: Modern workstations and breakout areas allow crew and artists to fully concentrate. These flexible options keep driving the creative process. Absolute privacy means rehearsals, meetings, productions, and events can be conducted away from the public eye.
EFFICIENCY ZONE
The Zone is the right choice for your event – both logically and logistically. Save time: The Prep Zone is just a short walk from the rooftop bar. Optimize workflow: The parking lot and logistics infrastructure are right in front of the building. Competitive pricing has replaced expensive event halls. And it’s all connected by excellent transport links
HIGHLIGHTS, INFRATSTRUCTURE SUSTAINABILITY
- 60t Rigging capacity
- 0,5 – 12,5m adjustable height
- 20x D8+ motors á 2 to
- Modular, individually accessible zones
- Rigging options in a 5-meter grid
- Load cell monitoring
- 274 kW of electricity gerated by solar panels
- 100% electircity from sustainable sources
- 630 kVA output line at the transformer
- 14 EV charging stations
- Parking for 28 trucks and/or nightliners incl. EV charging
- Heat pump
And there's more
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What else?
- Cherrypicker (17 m)
- Forklift (2 t)
- Fully accessible (including elevator)
- Underfloor heating & air conditioning
- Individually programmable KNX LED lighting for halls and offices
- Water supply and drainage
- Multi-purpose sports field incl. floodlighting
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Security
- CCTV
- External lighting
- Secure fencing
- Fire patrols and nighttime security
- Security personnel
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Connections
- 15 km to the airport (Münster/Osnabrück FMO)
- 11 km to the A1 freeway (Greven interchange)
- 3,5 km to the train station (Emsdetten)
- 30 minutes to central Münster
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Services
- POOLcrew for rigging, technology etc.
- Catering for crew & artists
- Hotel service for crew & artists
- Shuttle service
- Temporary restrooms
Take what
you need.
The Zone is part of POOLgroup’s full-service portfolio: Leverage the power of our complete support for your event – or add our expertise as part of a modular service. Scalable to your needs.
Find out more about our full & modular servicesQUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
What types of productions is The Zone designed for?
The Zone is designed for pre-productions, rehearsals, show programming, technical testing and mock builds for stage productions, corporate events and exhibition installations.
Can a complete show be built and tested at The Zone?
Yes. Productions can be built, programmed and tested under real-world conditions. The goal is to fully validate workflows, technical setups and show concepts before going live.
Why are pre-productions carried out at The Zone?
Pre-productions reduce risk and create planning reliability. Lighting, audio, show flows, artist movements and technical processes can be tested and optimised before the first audience arrives.
What are the benefits of being located next to the POOLgroup warehouse?
Equipment, technology and specialists are available directly on site. Adjustments can be implemented at short notice without additional logistics or long response times.
Can The Zone be booked exclusively?
Yes. Productions benefit from a dedicated working environment with a high level of privacy and maximum focus on preparation.
Why is Emsdetten an advantage as a location?
The Zone offers focus, availability and cost-efficient conditions away from major metropolitan areas. At the same time, productions benefit from excellent transport connections and direct access to the resources of the POOLgroup.
Can technical equipment and crew be provided directly by the POOLgroup?
Yes. As part of the POOLgroup, The Zone provides direct access to event technology, logistics, rigging specialists, technical crews and additional production services.
What happens after a pre-production at The Zone?
Many productions move directly to the venue, on tour or into live operation once rehearsals and testing are complete. The goal is to enter the live phase fully prepared.
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