I am the Entertainment Tycoon

Chapter 756: The Work Behind the Scenes



Ayia stood behind the scenes, her eyes flicking across the multiple monitors set up in the control room. The hum of the venue around her created a buzz in the air, but her focus was sharp and unwavering. Everything was in motion now, every team operating like the gears of a finely tuned machine, and it was her job to ensure that the machine didn't falter. From the corner of her eye, she could see the energy of the 20,000 fans filling Mafra Q Hall, their cheers ebbing and flowing in rhythm with the music coming from the stage.

The first part of the concert had gone off without a hitch, but Ayia knew this was just the beginning. Moonlight-Theo-was out there in the spotlight, captivating the audience with his voice and presence. As magical as the performance seemed from the outside, it was her job to make sure that magic didn't break. The sound, lighting, cameras, security, and backstage teams were all relying on her coordination to keep things running smoothly. And Moonlight was relying on her too, even if he wasn't thinking about it right now.

As she watched him strum the last chords of "Say You Won't Let Go" and flash a brief smile toward the crowd, Ayia quickly shifted her attention back to the task at hand. The sound team was the first to check-in, and she was already prepared for their report.

"Sound's clean," a voice came through her earpiece. It was Marc, the head of the sound team. "Vocals are coming through clearly; there are no issues with the instruments so far."

Ayia nodded, even though Marc couldn't see her. "Good. Keep an ear on that balance between vocals and instrumentals-especially for the guitar-heavy tracks."

Marc grunted his acknowledgment, and Ayia moved on, her fingers gliding across the keyboard as she pulled up the lighting team's feed. The concert had a moon-themed design, with delicate lights that mimicked the glow of a night sky. She spotted Tessa, the lighting manager, standing near the edge of the stage, focused on her own control panel.

"Tessa, how are we looking on the next lighting cue?" Ayia asked, watching the screen as the crew prepared for the transition.

"All set. Moonlight's next song has a slow intro, so we'll be fading in with a soft white glow from overhead, just like we rehearsed."

"Perfect." Ayia leaned back slightly, taking in the wider view of the stage setup. Everything was aligned, but there was still so much more ahead. She had to stay on top of it.

Next, her attention shifted to the film team, responsible for capturing every moment of the concert on camera. Massive screens flanked the stage, ensuring even those in the furthest corners of the arena could see Moonlight up close. Ayia knew that visual immersion was key to creating an unforgettable experience.

"Amir, how's the camera crew doing? Are we getting the shots we need for the projections?"

"We've got every angle covered," Amir replied. "Camera one is focused on wide crowd shots, camera two is following Moonlight's movements, and camera three is on the instruments. No technical issues so far."

"Great. Keep an eye on the transitions-especially for the next few songs. We want those moments to feel smooth, not jarring."

Ayia's heart raced slightly as she spoke, but it wasn't out of nerves. It was the adrenaline of managing so many moving parts, knowing that each second counted. She glanced at her watch - there were still a few more minutes before the next song would start, and Moonlight was still talking to the crowd.

While she checked off a few more items from her mental list, the security team's update came in. Nathan, the head of security, sounded as calm and composed as always.

"Security's all set. The crowd's lively but no issues. We've got extra eyes on the front row and exits, and all personnel are in position."

"Good," Ayia said. "If anything even seems like it's about to become an issue, I want you to act fast. No delays, Nathan."

"Understood."

Ayia allowed herself a brief moment of relief. Security was one of the things she worried about most-any kind of disturbance could throw off the entire flow of the concert. But she trusted Nathan and his team to handle things efficiently.

With that, she turned her focus to the backstage team. They were the ones managing the various elements behind the curtain-setting up for each new song, moving equipment, and coordinating with Moonlight and his band members, Jakob, Luna, and Kei. It was a seamless ballet of movement that few outside the crew would ever notice, but Ayia knew how critical it was. One wrong step backstage, and the performance could stumble.

"Backstage team, are you all prepped for the upcoming set change?" Ayia asked, her voice steady but firm.

"We're ready," came the response. "Guitar swap's prepped, and we've got the instruments tuned for the next few songs. Jakob, Luna, and Kei are all set."

"Good," Ayia said, her eyes scanning the screens. "Make sure everything's double-checked before they head back out."

With the teams accounted for, Ayia took a moment to breathe. The concert was running smoothly, but this was far from the time to relax. Moonlight was about to announce his next song, and each transition needed to be flawless.

Through the control room monitor, Ayia could see Moonlight finishing up his conversation with the audience, the warmth in his voice echoing over the speakers. Even though she had known Theo for so long, it still amazed her to see him like this-so confident, so in control of the stage. He had always been talented, but this was something else entirely. "Everything is good to go," Ayia murmured to herself as she checked her watch again. "We're staying on track."

She couldn't help but smile slightly as she watched the crowd's reaction to Moonlight's words. The anticipation was palpable, and she could feel the energy even from behind the scenes. They were all waiting for the next song, for the next wave of music to wash over them. Suddenly, Moonlight looked over at Jakob and Luna with a small nod, signaling the start of the next segment. Ayia's attention snapped back to the monitors, ready for the next cue. "Sound team, prepare for guitar input," she instructed quickly. "Lighting, get ready for a slow fade into the blues for 'Love Yourself.""

The teams responded instantly, their focus mirroring Ayia's own. As Moonlight shifted his guitar and prepared for the first chords of the song, Ayia could feel the weight of the moment. Every detail had been planned, every second rehearsed-but live performances had their own unpredictable energy. That was the thrill of it all.

Moonlight's fingers brushed the guitar strings, and the first few notes of "Love Yourself" resonated through the hall. Ayia watched the stage lighting shift, bathing the scene in a soft, moonlit glow. The film crew zoomed in, capturing the tenderness of the moment, while the sound team balanced the audio with precise care.

Ayia leaned back slightly in her chair, the corners of her mouth lifting in satisfaction. Everything was falling into place. The concert was only just beginning, but Ayia knew that with the teams working together like this, the night would be one to remember.

As Moonlight's voice blended with the music, Ayia allowed herself to enjoy the moment, even if just for a second. She knew her work wasn't done yet-not by a long shot-but for now, everything was perfect.

Then, as Moonlight finished his last strum of the song, his voice broke through the speakers

once more.

"This next one," he said with a gentle voice, "is for all of you who've ever felt like you've been through the toughest times and still came out stronger on the other side. This is 'Better

Now.'"n/ô/vel/b//jn dot c//om

Ayia straightened up, her heart racing again as the team sprang into action. Another set, another challenge. But as always, she was ready.