About Us
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the impossible look easy
the impossible look easy
the impossible look easy
Our Origins
Born from the creative energy that transformed Portugal during Expo ’98, Evil Angels was founded by Joaquim Silva, widely known as Kim. With just five riggers and a vision for safer, smarter, world-class rigging, the company began building its legacy. What started as a determined crew quickly became the backbone of Portugal’s live entertainment scene, trusted to deliver technical precision where it mattered most.
Born from the creative energy that transformed Portugal during Expo ’98, Evil Angels was founded by Joaquim Silva, widely known as Kim. With just five riggers and a vision for safer, smarter, world-class rigging, the company began building its legacy. What started as a determined crew quickly became the backbone of Portugal’s live entertainment scene, trusted to deliver technical precision where it mattered most.
Rising to the Challenge
As Portugal’s entertainment industry grew, Evil Angels rose with it. From MTV Europe Music Awards and the Eurovision Song Contest, to Lisbon’s Web Summit and concerts in the biggest arenas, the team proved again and again that no ceiling was too high, no stage too complex. Each project reinforced a reputation built on precision, safety, and relentless commitment. Evil Angels didn’t just grow with the industry, it helped shape it.
As Portugal’s entertainment industry grew, Evil Angels rose with it. From MTV Europe Music Awards and the Eurovision Song Contest, to Lisbon’s Web Summit and concerts in the biggest arenas, the team proved again and again that no ceiling was too high, no stage too complex. Each project reinforced a reputation built on precision, safety, and relentless commitment. Evil Angels didn’t just grow with the industry, it helped shape it.
Reinventing Ourselves
Growth demanded transformation. The move to larger headquarters in Moita marked the beginning of Area 51: a fully integrated logistics and production hub that united all services under one roof. Today, Area 51 is home to a family of specialized brands.
Growth demanded transformation. The move to larger headquarters in Moita marked the beginning of Area 51: a fully integrated logistics and production hub that united all services under one roof. Today, Area 51 is home to a family of specialized brands.
This structure allowed the team to expand internationally, taking Portuguese expertise to stages and productions across Europe, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar. At home, the company became trusted rigging partner for the country's biggest venues, events and festivals.
This structure allowed the team to expand internationally, taking Portuguese expertise to stages and productions across Europe, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar. At home, the company became trusted rigging partner for the country's biggest venues, events and festivals.
The Future
Today, Area 51 represents more than two decades of work, resilience, and vision. It is a hub where creativity meets engineering, where safety is never compromised, and where experience fuels innovation. Through its Academy, the company invests in the future of the entertainment industry, preparing professionals with training recognized worldwide. Through its brands, it delivers integrated solutions that keep productions on time, on budget, and on standard.
Today, Area 51 represents more than two decades of work, resilience, and vision. It is a hub where creativity meets engineering, where safety is never compromised, and where experience fuels innovation. Through its Academy, the company invests in the future of the entertainment industry, preparing professionals with training recognized worldwide. Through its brands, it delivers integrated solutions that keep productions on time, on budget, and on standard.
The journey is far from over. If the past two decades have proven anything, it’s that with the right team and vision, the impossible isn’t just possible, it’s what we do best.
The journey is far from over. If the past two decades have proven anything, it’s that with the right team and vision, the impossible isn’t just possible, it’s what we do best.
Our Services
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Working with us should feel as smooth as our rigging systems. Here’s what you need to know before getting started.
Working with us should feel as smooth as our rigging systems. Here’s what you need to know before getting started.
what is area 51?
Do you work internationally?
How do i know which brand or service i need?
how do you handle safety and compliance?
how do i start a project or request a proposal?
how do i enroll in a training course?
careers & collaborations
what is area 51?
Do you work internationally?
How do i know which brand or service i need?
how do you handle safety and compliance?
how do i start a project or request a proposal?
how do i enroll in a training course?
careers & collaborations
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Ready to take the next step? From concept to flawless execution, our team is ready to help you plan your next project.
Ready To Start?
Let's Build The Impossible
Together
Ready to take the next step? From concept to flawless execution, our team is ready to help you plan your next project.