Phygital scenography and a giant astronaut set the stage for the VMAs’ 40th anniversary
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Stage Design
Matt Steinbrenner
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Fusing nostalgia and modernity, Matt Steinbrenner’s stage design for the 40th anniversary of the MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs) was defined by dynamic visuals and tech-driven activations.
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