Wow Factor

In addition to nighttime fireworks displays, PyroTecnico can also present daytime “fireworks” shows using colored smoke. With offices throughout the U.S., the company can stage performances anywhere. Prices available on request.

On July 13, ArtHamptons celebrated the centennial of Jackson Pollock's birth—and raised funds for the Jackson Pollock Lee Krasner Study House—with an event that included a performance art installation of a couple getting paint thrown at them.

On July 28, some 1,200 guests headed out to the Watermill Center in the Hamptons for the art organization’s annual benefit, one of the season’s biggest draws for philanthropists. Inside the dinner tent a chandelier positioned over the dance floor was made up of plastic recycling bags and pink fabric streamers.

For an indoor summer-themed gathering, Swank producers used beach balls to create playful "chandeliers." Tables were covered in summery yellow and orange linens.

Zen Arts in Southern California offers an array of entertainment that can take place in or around a pool, including their transparent spheres that hold performers and float on water.

Lanterns and flickering votives topped tables.

Stacks of pumpkins were carved to resemble the cityscape, a play on the event's theme of juxtaposition.

A long hallway became a willow- and maple-lined corridor.

As with years past, Fox stocked its party with an impressive array of food. For instance, one buffet station held a selection of miniature potpies, while another had sushi chefs preparing kappa maki, Thai summer rolls, shrimp tempura rolls, and other Asian options. The selection of desserts was just as extensive and included bite-size Bundt cakes and pies, cookies, and sundaes.

While all the rooms were meticulously planned, none was as popular as the space that housed old-school carnival claw games. Rather than plush toys and candy, the machines held small items, like lipsticks and jewelry, in Chanel gift bags.