About TAIT

TAIT History

Founded in 1978 by Michael Tait, we made a name in rock ‘n’ roll, quickly becoming one of the most innovative suppliers of touring staging, scenic, and automation for live events. Decades later, we continue to build on our fearless legacy of constant improvement.

Our Story

Since then many best-in-class companies have now become part of TAIT, ITEC, Brilliant Stages, Thinkwell, and productionglue, who have enabled us to bring our vision to even more worlds.

In 2019 we were delighted to be joined by Kinesys, a leading technology company specialising in the design, build and sale of motion control systems for the entertainment industry. Read more about the creation of Kinesys here.

TAIT Today

TAIT partners with artists, brands, and institutions to bring culture-defining, never-before-seen experiences to life. Pioneers in rock ’n’ roll concert staging, TAIT has grown to set the global standard for extraordinary live events and experiences; building on a 45+ year legacy through cutting-edge technology, precision engineering, and creative design.

TAIT’s 20 global offices have developed iconic productions and experiences in over 30 countries, all seven continents, and even outer space for renowned performers, theme parks, exhibits, and venues across the globe. Partnerships include Taylor Swift, Cirque Du Soleil, Nike, NASA, Disney, Beyoncé, and The Olympics.

TAIT Story

Bands touring their own lights was a brand new concept and the only lights available for rent were heavy theatrical fixtures. Back then there was no rigging so everything was ground supported.

To be efficient with truck space and time, he designed a large case that contained a CO2 powered telescopic lift with four 4cell par64 lamps. You would place four of these units on stage, take off the lids, raise the lifts, and presto: you had an operational lighting system. These innovative units became known as “Tait Towers”.
10 years after joining the YES crew, Michael’s innovations had expanded to include staging, and his gear could be found on tours across the US and beyond. It was at this point he decided it was time to take the business to the next level. TAIT was founded in 1978 with a small, multidisciplinary team dedicated to the highest quality of service that has grown into global organization with the same core mindset.

In 1968 our founder, Michael Tait, was hired to drive the band YES and all their gear around England in a Ford transit van. As the band got bigger, Mickey became both the Production Manager and Lighting Designer.

Global Footprint

Ingenuity happens all over the world. We’ve delivered projects anywhere our clients need on earth—and beyond.

2000+ team members
20 offices
7 continents
…and even outer space!

Our URL is a reminder that this original challenge–to innovate new possibilities for creativity–is still the one that drives us today.

How we help our partners

TAIT is a trusted partner, delivering world-class, audience-centric experiences through
continuous innovation. Our Beliefs:

Visionary

We put our imagination first, embracing the possibilities inside every challenge.

Ingenious

We push the limits of what can be done, always in pursuit of better solutions.

Together

We are greater than the sum of our parts, letting go of ego to tap into the exceptional.

Dedicated

We create everything at a high standard, striving for excellence in all we do.