Cobalt Stages takes Virtual Production
On the Road.
No permits, no hassle, just plain-ole movie magic!
We know you love our stages, BUT… Imagine a world where high-quality production isn’t tied to a massive studio, endless permits, or the soul-crushing traffic of getting everyone to set. Sounds like a dream, right? Well, hello hello, Cobalt Stages is making that a reality with Cobalt on the Road—a MOBILE Virtual Stage that brings cutting-edge Virtual Production straight to YOU. That’s right. Your location. Your schedule. Your creative vision—minus the logistical nightmares.
How we shot 12 stunning sets in 3 Days for NBC—Yes, really.
NBC put this game-changing tech to the test for Jimmy Fallon’s Holiday Seasoning Spectacular, and the results? Pure magic. Cobalt’s MOBILE Virtual Stage shot twelve polished sets in just three days, using three tracked cameras for real-time compositing. That means seamless transitions from a festive winter wonderland to a cozy, rustic lodge—without hauling an entire production team across multiple locations. No permits, no travel chaos, just studio-quality visuals that wowed 6.3 million viewers on December 4, 2024. Not bad for a few days’ work, huh?
Why “Cobalt on the Road” is a Game-Changer.
Here’s the deal: time is money, and traditional productions eat up both like an unsupervised intern at craft services. With Cobalt on the Road, productions cut down on:
✔️ Travel time – The Virtual Stage comes to YOU, so no more wrangling talent and crew across multiple cities.
✔️ Lighting logistics – Real-time compositing means less setup and more shooting.
✔️ Stress levels – Fewer moving parts = fewer gray hairs for everyone involved.
And the cherry on top? This method slashes the environmental impact of production. No fuel-guzzling flights, no wasteful set builds—just smart, sustainable filmmaking.
Our MOBILE Virtual Production Solution.
We’re at the forefront of this Virtual Production revolution! We’re so excited to now offer a MOBILE VP Solution that brings the magic of virtual environments directly to your set. Our NEW state-of-the-art, portable system combines cutting-edge VR technology with advanced software and hardware, providing a seamless and interactive production experience.
Designed for flexibility and adaptability, our MOBILE Virtual Production solution allows filmmakers to work in a variety of environments and locations at the stage or location of your choosing. Equipped with advanced motion capture technology, actors can perform within a virtual environment with precise tracking and real-time feedback. Plus, with top-notch lighting and rendering capabilities, filmmakers can achieve high-quality, photorealistic results that rival traditional methods.
(Now, don’t get us wrong, if you’d like to continue to take advantage of the “Upstate bump” of the +10% to the already incredible NY tax credits, you are still WELCOME to shoot with us at Cobalt Woodstock in the Hudson Valley.)
Hybrid Virtual Production: Because one size doesn’t fit all.
For projects that need a mix of tech magic, Cobalt also offers Hybrid Virtual Production—a genius combo of LED walls and green screen technology. This approach lets productions keep costs down while still delivering cinematic brilliance. Wide shots? Green screen. Mid and close-ups? LED walls. It’s a budget-friendly way to get Hollywood-level results without selling a kidney.
Innovation meets sustainability.
Beyond the tech, Cobalt Stages is also making waves as a woman-owned, eco-conscious production house. Sustainability isn’t just a buzzword here—it’s baked into their DNA. By reducing waste and minimizing carbon emissions, Cobalt proves that innovation and responsibility can go hand in hand. And if you’re sweet, we might even gift you with some of our homemade organic skin care product, Kara Care 😉
Ready to break free from traditional production constraints?
If you’re looking to take your storytelling to the next level—without the usual headaches—Cobalt Stages has the solution. With MOBILE Virtual Stages and Hybrid Virtual Production, creativity is no longer limited by location, budget, or outdated production methods.
FAQs about “Cobalt on the Road” MOBILE Virtual Production.
It’s our MOBILE Virtual Production capability we bring to you anywhere, along with our top-flight crew and equipment. Check out: Virtual Production: Top 3 Things Every Producer Should Know.
So many line items can be slashed:
- Travel for talent and crew
- Location scouting, permits and fees
- Elaborate physical sets
- Weather days
See how “Cobalt on the Road” can bring you:
Our Virtual Stage frees your imagination to create 3D sets that wouldn’t be possible or financially feasible, otherwise. You can shoot anywhere from the bottom of the Ocean to Mars at an incredible level of detail. What’s more, nothing has to push to post, if you so choose. You can tinker with lighting, color, composites and visual effects in real-time as your talent interacts authentically with their environment. With “Cobalt on the Road” you can have this at YOUR doorstep.
Virtual Production Cobalt Stages was the 1st company to bring Virtual Sets to the East Coast in 2016. Our VP tools are fully integrated into a plug-and-play workstation that assures complete reliability, bullet proof performance for either final pixel compositing, or, with our 4-4k recorders, all conceivable elements for a traditional post finish.
Motion control We’ve been doing MoCo and precision playback for about 25 years… Wherever you are, you’ll continue to have convenient access to our comprehensive inventory of motion controlled equipment— the largest and most diverse on the East Coast.
Our Motion Control accessories include turntables, sliders, high speed sleds and XY tables—all curated to facilitate rapid design engineering and construction. We build in equipment redundancies to eliminate downtime, and we stock a vast inventory of components for creating custom rigs that ensure efficient effects for production.
Cobalt Tech has always prided itself on being “toolset agnostic”. In fact, we are production advisors. We listen first, and then assemble the most appropriate tools in our arsenal to facilitate each and every project.
Cobalt never shrinks away from the challenge. In fact, we LOVE puzzles! Our last project, “Jimmy Fallon’s Holiday Seasoning Spectacular” required us to bring not 1, but 3, fully tracked and mapped camera rigs to an outside stage in NYC for our clients convenience.
Cobalt is By Producers, For Producers. We leverage our Industry experience to make everything you need easily accessible, so you can focus on what matters–doing your best work. We’re committed to creating the most comfortable, convenient, cutting-edge, and cost effective experience.
Helping producers problem-solve their projects is one of our specialties. We believe in taking the time to listen, and we’re quick to offer innovative and practical solutions to save your production time, money, and stress.
Want to learn about Virtual Production and how to use it?
Cobalt’s got you covered. As the first company to offer Virtual Sets on the East Coast, we have the experience to guide you. Let’s have some fun.