Whether corporate events, exclusive celebrations or large public events - an LED show from THE BLACKOUTS is the best choice for any event! With their customizable show concepts, they offer a modern way of communicating with the audience. As a highlight, images, logos or even texts can be integrated into the show to convey personal messages.
For over ten years, THE BLACKOUTS have been the leading LED show act in Switzerland. Enthralling music, dynamic dance and acrobatic elements, and innovative lighting effects blend with state-of-the-art LED technology to create spectacular productions. Their performances mesmerise audiences and make their eyes sparkle with excitement.
About us
From an idea to a show sensation
It all began at the 2014 gymnastics entertainment organized by the Flums gymnastics club. Four friends from Walenstadt presented a show with LED suits for the first time. The performance was followed by the first requests and thus the first performances in Switzerland. In 2016, they showcased their talent on the SRF programme ‘Switzerland's Got Talent’ and reached the grand finale with their impressive LED show. A journey began with numerous performances on national and international stages. The highlights of recent years include the performance at the Swiss Days 2019 in Dubai, the return to the final of the SRF programme ‘Stadt Land Talent’ in 2021 and the Young Artists tour at DAS ZELT.
During this time, they have also continued to develop the LED suits and technology. They now consist of 1,800 small LED lights that can light up in different colours and patterns. The lighting effects are programmed to the beat of the music with an accuracy of 25 milliseconds.
In the meantime, they have also built up a dedicated team of 15 dancers, technicians and marketing specialists. In 2022, they took the big step into self-employment and founded artGate GmbH. Since then, double or even triple bookings have been possible and the programme has been expanded to include a duo show and a drum show.
THE BLACKOUTS were part of the 2024 season of Das Supertalent and reached the final. The TV show gave them the unique opportunity to showcase their exceptional talent to a millions-strong audience on television and win over many new fans.
Their success story on Britain’s Got Talent reached yet another remarkable milestone: At the very beginning of this year’s series, they were awarded the prestigious Group Golden Buzzer – an honour that had only been given once before in the show's history. This distinction earned them a direct place in the live semi-finals.
What followed was a truly historic moment: Amanda Holden once again awarded THE BLACKOUTS the Golden Buzzer – and made television history.
It was the very first Semi-Final Golden Buzzer ever to be awarded live during a broadcast of Britain’s Got Talent.
With this milestone, the Swiss LED performance group secured their coveted spot in the grand final of the show, claiming an incredible 2nd place and winning the hearts of millions of TV viewers from all over the world.
This exceptional recognition once again offered them a powerful platform to present their mesmerising LED show to an international audience of millions – and to elevate their visibility to an entirely new level.
Successes that speak for themselves
2016
SRF Final
Switzerland's Got Talent
2017
Opening Ceremony
European Curling Championships
2019
Swiss Days Dubai
United Arabic Emirates
2021
SRF Final
Stadt Land Talent
2022
DAS ZELT Tournee
Young Artists
2023
Opening Show
Bobsleigh & Skeleton World Championships
2024
RTL Final
Das Supertalent
2025
Britain's Got Talent
2nd Place Finalist
GROUP GOLDEN BUZZER &
Semi-Final Golden Buzzer
Jonas Schneider
Technology | Programming
Dancer
The experimental programmer knows no obstacles, only challenges. What the Technician doesn't yet know, he learns and implements straight away.
Elias Schneider
Management | Finances
Dancer
A passionate entrepreneur, he responds to customers' needs and puts together the right offer. His job is to make the impossible possible.
Raphael Broder
Show Creation | Training Management
Dancer
The creative head of the team brings the show from paper to the stage. He puts his heart and soul into every training session and rehearses the choreographies with the dancers.
Manuel Wildhaber
Staff | Equipment
Dancer
The communicative team player looks after the well-being of the Blackouts family and puts his technical talent into building the equipment and LED suits.
Robin Bless
Head of Content
Dancer
The master of digital storytelling brings a breath of fresh air and new perspectives. He places gripping stories and up-to-date content on the various platforms.