TPi Awards 2025: Celebrating Excellence in Live Event Production

The TPi Awards 2025 lit up Evolution London on 24 February 2025, bringing together the best and brightest minds in the live events industry. Now in its 24th year, the prestigious event continues to honor the individuals and teams who push the boundaries of creativity and technical excellence in live touring and production.

Following a record-breaking turnout in 2024, this year’s ceremony welcomed nearly 1,800 industry professionals, including tour managers, production managers, designers, engineers, and crew members, all gathered to celebrate another year of incredible achievements.

A Night of Recognition and Celebration
The 2025 TPi Awards once again provided a platform to recognize outstanding contributions across various disciplines, from lighting and video design to tour and production management. With so much talent behind the scenes of the world's biggest tours and live productions, the night was a testament to the passion and innovation that fuel the industry.

Comedian Emmanuel Sonubi returned as the evening’s host after a well-received performance in 2024, bringing his signature humor and energy to keep the crowd entertained. As nominees eagerly awaited their categories, the atmosphere was filled with camaraderie, anticipation, and appreciation for the hard work that goes into live productions.

The TPi Academy’s Impact
One of the standout features of this year’s awards was the continued influence of the TPi Academy, an initiative launched in 2023. The Academy, made up largely of previous individual award winners, was once again responsible for curating the shortlists for each award category. This process aimed to ensure a more inclusive, fair, and representative selection of nominees, highlighting a broader spectrum of talent within the industry.

By refining the nomination process, the TPi Awards have evolved into an even more respected and transparent recognition system, celebrating excellence at all levels of production.

While the full list of winners has yet to be officially published, the night honored some of the industry’s most respected professionals in categories such as:

Tour Manager of the Year
Production Manager of the Year
Lighting Designer of the Year
Video Designer of the Year
Sound System Designer of the Year
From emerging talents to seasoned professionals, the awards acknowledged the dedication and skill of those who make the magic of live events possible.

Looking Ahead
The TPi Awards remain a key moment in the live events calendar, not just as an evening of celebration but also as an opportunity for networking and industry recognition. As live touring continues to evolve, the awards will no doubt continue to adapt and highlight the innovators, problem-solvers, and visionaries who drive the industry forward.

For full event coverage, winner announcements, and highlights, visit the official TPi Awards website - https://tpiawards.com