J2 Festival Temporary Stage Structures
Structural engineering that performs - in theatres, airports, and live event spaces across the UK.
Temporary stages need to handle huge loads, shifting weather, and tight build times - all while looking effortless. Our job was to make sure each structure could take the pressure, stay safe, and meet the demands of a live environment.
Tom Jeffcoat
Structural Engineer
J2 Festival Temporary Stage Structures
Live Events
Structural design reviews, load assessments, and on-site engineering for one of London’s leading music and arts festivals
MJ Consulting Engineers was appointed to provide structural engineering support for the temporary stages at the annual J2 Festival - a large-scale live event known for its ambitious programming and bold staging.
With five bespoke stage structures planned across the site, MJC was responsible for ensuring full compliance with UK safety standards while supporting the creative and technical needs of the production teams.
Our Role
MJC’s scope included:
Structural design reviews for all five proposed stages
Load assessments for each structure, including crowd loading, equipment weights, and wind exposure
Foundation design, including ballast and screw pile solutions for secure anchoring
On-site engineering support during construction to supervise assembly and ensure compliance
Final sign-off documentation confirming structural safety and readiness for live use
Each stage required a tailored approach to suit its specific size, equipment configuration, and exposure to environmental conditions.
Challenges
As with any large outdoor festival, the key challenge was delivering safe, stable structures in a temporary setting - under tight timeframes and changing weather conditions. MJC’s role was to ensure that each stage could safely support heavy AV equipment, lighting rigs, and crowd loads while remaining adaptable to the festival’s creative demands.
Our engineers worked closely with the production and construction teams from design through to build, helping deliver a structurally sound and visually impressive festival environment.
The Result
With thousands of attendees and a packed programme of performances, the J2 Festival ran successfully and safely. MJC’s technical input ensured the temporary infrastructure met all safety requirements - giving organisers, performers, and audiences confidence in the structures supporting the show.
LIVE EveNTS
STAGE DESIGN
Working in theatres and live venues means there’s no room for error - and that’s where MJC stands out. We’re known in the industry for being calm under pressure, clear on site, and dependable from first sketch to final sign-off. It’s why so many production teams come back to us.
Tom Jeffcoat
Structural Engineer, MJ Consulting Engineers
Yes - with offices in London and Manchester and a network of experienced engineers, we deliver structural engineering solutions for theatres and performance venues throughout the UK.
Absolutely; heritage venues are a core part of our expertise. We balance preservation requirements with structural upgrades to support modern rigging, lighting, and performance demands.
Yes - from temporary structures and roof trims to signage and production rigging, we engineer solutions that deliver safety, compliance, and speed for live show environments .
Extensive - we've completed projects at Heathrow T2, T5, Gatwick, Birmingham Airport and Liverpool John Moore Airport, delivering bespoke structural designs that meet tight schedules and live-site requirements .
Yes - we perform ceiling void, roof, rigging point, and structural inspections to assess condition and readiness for production use or fit-out modifications .
Our teams are accustomed to fast-paced schedules. We’re regularly brought into projects during show rehearsals or airport closures - and we deliver reliable structural solutions under time pressure.
We work closely with architects, venue owners, contractors, production teams, and heritage bodies to ensure structural integrity, adherence to regulations, and build-ready details.
Yes, typically within 5 working days.
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