Gala Dinner Candlelight Experience at St. Regis Abu Dhabi

The Challenge

CCI France UAE was looking to elevate their annual Gala Dinner—an event already known for its prestige and high-level attendance—with an entertainment experience that could both honor tradition and look to the future. With a guest list of over 800, including the French Ambassador to the UAE, the CEO of Chalhoub Group, and leaders in business and diplomacy, the evening had to balance elegance, emotion, and innovation. The challenge: create an adaptable performance that could seamlessly support each moment of the night—from official ceremony to artistic spectacle and festive celebration.

The Solution: Candlelight Concert Experience

Fever brought its Private Candlelight experience to the St. Regis, Abu Dhabi for the 2025 CCI France UAE Gala Dinner, hosting 800+ high-profile guests. Under the theme “Heritage to Innovation”, the experience unfolded across multiple acts, integrated into the event’s flow from start to finish.

The program featured national anthems, 80s rock anthems, and French classics by artists like Édith Piaf and Aya Nakamura, all performed by a string quartet under the glow of thousands of candles.

Custom elements included a transparent stage design, thematic lighting, and a magic & music fusion show by illusionist Stefan Leyshon, tailored to the musical rhythm. The evening closed with a Candlelight-lit DJ set, showing how Candlelight can elevate every moment, from ceremony to celebration.