Marcelo Gama Directs Eli Lilly’s 150th Anniversary Celebration Featuring Lenny Kravitz

Indianapolis / 05/14/2026 | Eli Lilly and Company’s 150th anniversary celebration brought together nearly 20,000 employees and their families at the Lilly Corporate Center in Indianapolis for an event that combined live entertainment and music in one of the company’s most significant gatherings of th

e year.

The show was directed by Marcelo Gama, who led the production of an event featuring an exclusive performance by Lenny Kravitz. The program also featured appearances by renowned artists and a special DJ set by Janelle Monáe.

Technical production was provided by Multivideo Produções, which was responsible for the event’s audiovisual execution.

Representatives from Thinking Lion emphasized the value of taking part in initiatives of this scale. “For Thinking Lion, it is always a pleasure to be part of corporate events where creativity, production and innovation come together to create memorable experiences. Celebrations like this demonstrate how companies can connect with their people through entertainment and create moments that remain with them long after the event ends,” said Analy Contreras, General Manager of the production company.

Eli Lilly’s anniversary reflected the growing role of corporate events as opportunities for companies to engage with their employees in meaningful ways. With an artistic program led by internationally recognized performers and a production directed by Marcelo Gama, the celebration marked an important milestone for the company and the people who have helped shape its history.