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Barbie Land is Actually Real

Two videos that look at the physically built world of Barbie Land for the movie. It is a wonderful example that built scenery and hand painted backdrops still have a place in filmmaking today. First HGTV sat down with Production Designer Sarah Greenwood and Set Decorator Katie Spencer, who walk us through Barbie Land’s intricate sets, sharing the renderings and concepts behind the design choices that brought the iconic Barbie Dreamhouses, and more to life. Then in a video from Architectural Digest, actor Margot Robbie tours Barbie’s house noting the design details, while director Greta Gerwig and Greenwood discuss the design choices while showing the crew shooting on the sets.

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Robe For Live

For Live project designer Costa Jouzy, Controllux’s Marc Frijters, For Live CEO Ruud van der Berg, For Live COO Bjorn van Beek and Controllux’s Jeroen van Aalst.

For Live is a focused, proactive, and talented production design and rental company covering technical and scenic aspects for a diversity of live events – sound, lighting, video, rigging, décor and scenic – based in Amersfoort in the province of Utrecht, The Netherlands, with over 200 Robe moving lights in rental stock.Read More »Robe For Live

Mega-Lite Introduces the Light Pipe

Part of the Light Pipe series, this structural pipe fits seamlessly into conical trussing systems, unleashing limitless design possibilities. With an IP65 rating, the Light Pipe is built to thrive in both indoor and outdoor environments. Mega-Lite’s commitment to durability shines through the anodized black and double powder-coated finish, ensuring long-lasting quality while maintaining a sleek and professional appearance. Embrace the future of trussing design with the Mega-Lite Light Pipe and unlock a world of creative potential. Here’s a video preview of Light Pipe:

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TVP – Polish National TV Keeps Rolling with Robe

Poland’s national broadcasting organization Polish National Television (TVP) S.A. broadcasts across 24 TV channels and is a source of news, opinion, and diversity with creative production and programming covering every genre of broadcasting from news and sports to drama, soaps, talk shows, documentaries, comedy, debates, political commentary and current affairs, music shows, cultural and educational programs and many more. It also produces its own series and movies together with an array of festivals. The organization has enthusiastically invested in Robe moving lights over the years with over 600 now in the inventory.Read More »TVP – Polish National TV Keeps Rolling with Robe

JW Winco: High Torques Thanks to Compact Bevel Gear Boxes and Worm Gear Reducers

JW Winco has expanded its product range with two compact and robust angular gear boxes that translate rotational movements by 90 degrees and transmit high torques with or without a gear ratio. They are suitable for applications such as handling systems, packaging machines, and conveyor technology.Read More »JW Winco: High Torques Thanks to Compact Bevel Gear Boxes and Worm Gear Reducers

Germany’s schoko pro Invests in Cameo OPUS and ZENIT

Schoko pro GmbH has its origins in classic event technology and has remained true to these origins for over 40 years. Thanks to the constant development of its service portfolio, schoko pro is now one of the largest event technology service providers in Germany. This is proven not least by the annual event service provider ranking of StageReport, in which the owner-managed GmbH regularly gains top ranking.Read More »Germany’s schoko pro Invests in Cameo OPUS and ZENIT

Justin Casey and HELM Projects Light Snoop Dogg, Wiz Khalifa Tour with CHAUVET Professional

“You’ve got to go back if you want to go forward,” Snoop Dogg once wrote. The superstar rapper, music producer, and all around uber talent, is doing plenty of both on his current High School Reunion tour with Wiz Khalifa. Taking its name from the duo’s 2012 iconic film Mac & Devlin Go To High School, the 33-city North American tour, which began July 7 at Vancouver’s Rogers Arena, is true to Snoop Dogg’s vision. Its set list looks back with plenty of classic hits, including a duet of “We Dem Boys”, and also races ahead at the same time with some fast-forward newer material.Read More »Justin Casey and HELM Projects Light Snoop Dogg, Wiz Khalifa Tour with CHAUVET Professional

Christie GS Series Powers Groundbreaking 360° Immersive VR Laboratory in Shanghai

This innovative immersive VR laboratory is powered by 20 Christie DWU7062-GS laser projectors

Christie® announces that its GS Series 1DLP® laser projectors are powering an innovative 360° immersive VR laboratory at a prestigious national public research university in Shanghai, China. This state-of-the-art facility represents a major milestone in immersive education, providing students with an unparalleled virtual reality experience. The stunning 2D and 3D visuals displayed on the surrounding screen are achieved by 20 Christie DWU7062-GS laser projectors, delivering an astounding 16K super resolution. The projectors were supplied, commissioned, and installed by Christie’s trusted partner, Liancheng Digital. This landmark setup, which boasts 3D positioning and tracking functions, is the first of its kind built by a Chinese university. It optimizes talent training and creates new opportunities for experiential learning.Read More »Christie GS Series Powers Groundbreaking 360° Immersive VR Laboratory in Shanghai

HIVE & Production Park Forge Strategic Partnership

Manufacturers of innovative media engines, HIVE is known for its alternative approach to offering outstanding performance in a smaller form factor. HIVE has forged a strategic partnership with the prestigious live experience and entertainment campus, Production Park. A community of people and businesses focusing on innovation and cross-collaboration, Production Park is where live events and experiences are created. This partnership is based on the shared future visions of HIVE and Production Park – innovative technology with a reduced carbon footprint that is disruptive to the marketplace. Furthermore, through this partnership, HIVE now has access to capital to support its growth and product roadmap.Read More »HIVE & Production Park Forge Strategic Partnership

More Than 220 GLP Fixtures in Use on Herbert Grönemeyer’s Das ist los Arena Tour

 

In the early summer of 2023 Herbert Grönemeyer was persuaded to return to Germany’s arenas, having released his latest (and 17th) album Das ist los back in March. Much can be said about this man: his distinctive voice, his emotional, always fundamentally optimistic lyrics, his social commitment. Whoever attends Grönemeyer’s concerts quickly realizes they are in the presence of an exceptional artist. His fans already know that, of course. And so, at 67 years old, Herbert Grönemeyer hops and prances about the stage and gives tens of thousands of fans two hours of bliss, night after night.Read More »More Than 220 GLP Fixtures in Use on Herbert Grönemeyer’s Das ist los Arena Tour