Martha and John M Rivers Performance Hall, Charleston Gaillard Center, Charleston SC
Belfer Lighting – Theaters Arenas and Concert Halls
Go beyond traditional lighting as you welcome your guests to a night at the theater. Belfer Lighting can set the mood and excite the audience from the moment they enter the door.
Norfolk Fine Arts Hacknet Theatre, Norfolk VA
Norfolk Fine Arts, Hacknet Theatre, Norfolk VA
Lincoln Center, Alice Tully Hall, New York
Lincoln Center, Alice Tully Hall, New York, NY
Architect: Diller Scofidio + Renfro
Lighting Design: L'Observatoire International
Photography: Iwan Baan
UBS Arena, Belmont Park
USB Arena, The New York Islanders Team Store
Project Overview
At UBS Arena, home of the New York Islanders, retail presentation plays an essential role in connecting fans with the team’s vibrant identity. For the Islanders Team Store, lighting takes center stage in bringing that energy to life.
Belfer MQ2502 Marquee Lighting was chosen to illuminate window displays and highlight merchandise. The modular 2×2 marquee units deliver consistent brightness, adding depth, visibility, and sophistication to the storefront while capturing the excitement of the arena environment.
The result is an engaging retail front that draws visitors in—combining architectural lighting precision with interior branding impact.
Lighting Design Highlights
- Product: MQ2502 2×2 Medium Base Marquee Lighting
- Installation: Mounted within window frames and display recesses to accentuate merchandise and signage
- Effect: Even, radiant illumination that enhances the texture of apparel, memorabilia, and glass surfaces
- Design Intent: Create a premium retail experience aligned with the Islander’s team identity and UBS Arena’s architectural design
The MQ2502’s durability and flexible configuration make it ideal for arena shops, showrooms, and feature façades—maintaining performance under high ambient light conditions.
Lighting Impact
Through carefully calibrated lighting, the MQ2502 system transforms ordinary displays into eye-catching focal points visible from the arena concourse.
The marquee glow evokes a sense of prestige and excitement, echoing the energy of game nights while ensuring merchandise stands out with clarity and visual appeal.
Air Canada Center, Toronto
Scotiabank Arena, Toronto, ON, Canada
(Formerly Air Canada Centre)
Project Overview
Belfer Lighting was selected to provide custom fabricated MQ2504 recessed marquee lighting fixtures for the outdoor entry canopy of Toronto’s iconic Scotiabank Arena (formerly the Air Canada Centre). As the premier sports and entertainment venue in Canada, the entrance lighting needed to deliver impact, durability, and architectural precision—welcoming thousands of visitors daily to home games, concerts, and national events.
Lighting Solution
Belfer’s MQ2504 recessed LED marquee fixtures were chosen for their robust outdoor performance, clean geometry, and ability to create a dramatic wash of light across the entry soffit while remaining discreet during daytime hours.
Fixture Specifications:
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Model: MQ2504 Recessed Marquee Fixture
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Application: Exterior canopy/soffit mounting
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Light Source: High-output white LED lampings
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Construction: Recessed aluminum housing with weather-sealed lens
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Finish: Brass finish minimize daytime visibility
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Rating: UL Listed Wet Location for outdoor installation and wet environments
Installation Highlights
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Fixtures installed in rhythm across the main entrance canopy
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Optimized beam angles to reduce glare and provide even coverage
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Durable construction ideal for high-traffic public environments
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Recessed trim eliminates visual clutter during daytime hours
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Integrated with building lighting controls for flexible programming
Results
The MQ2504 marquee lighting transforms the Scotiabank Arena entry into a bold, illuminated welcome experience for fans and visitors. Designed for outdoor longevity and visual impact, Belfer’s fixtures reinforce the building’s identity as a premier destination while ensuring safe, attractive lighting after dark.
Lighting Design: Lana MacInnes
Lighting Design: Mulvey + Banani International, Inc.
Architect: Brisbin Brook Beynon Architects
