Blueprint 52 Constructs Record-Breaking Poker Stage for 2026 WSOP

The production footprint includes five RFID-equipped feature tables and a dedicated studio for the WSOP Countdown show. To achieve the visual scale required, the team installed 1,200 LED tiles, which generate over 43 million pixels, supported by 700 lighting fixtures and 1.5 miles of LED tape. Despite the complexity, the crew completed the entire assembly in under two weeks, utilizing 8,000 man-hours to bring the design to life.

President Justin Garrone led the project alongside Vice President of Creative Mark Dowling, Art Director Joseph Meyer, and Master Fabricator Dave Barber. The initiative represents a strategic collaboration between Blueprint 52 and PokerGO, aiming to provide a seamless, end-to-end service for high-stakes sports and entertainment broadcasts. According to Garrone, the project was designed to push the boundaries of traditional poker production, ensuring the physical environment matches the prestige of the tournament itself.