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Vectorworks, Inc., MA Lighting, and Robe Lighting Announce DIN SPEC 15801 Recognition for MVR

Vectorworks, Inc., MA Lighting, and Robe Lighting Announce DIN SPEC 15801 Recognition for MVR

With fellow General Device Type Format (GDTF) and My Virtual Rig (MVR) founders MA Lighting and Robe Lighting, global design and BIM software provider Vectorworks, Inc. announces that DIN SPEC 15801 officially recognizes MVR as an open standard for the entertainment industry worldwide. This groundbreaking development unlocks a new world of limitless opportunities for entertainment industry professionals to collaborate and efficiently bring their creative visions to life.Read More »Vectorworks, Inc., MA Lighting, and Robe Lighting Announce DIN SPEC 15801 Recognition for MVR

CMA Awards Tribute to Jimmy Buffett

During the 57th Annual CMA Awards on November 8, at the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, TN,  Kenny Chesney, Mac McAnally, Alan Jackson, and Zac Brown Band paid tribute to Jimmy Buffett. Here are those performances. The CMA Awards, known as Country Music’s Biggest Night™, aired live on ABC and is now available to stream on Hulu.

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Robe Deutschland GmbH is distributing Avolites in Germany

Tillmann Schulz, Sales and Business Development Manager for Avolites at Robe Deutschland GmbH

Robe Deutschland GmbH, a wholly owned subsidiary of Robe Lighting s.r.o., has taken over exclusive responsibility for the sales and service of all Avolites products on the German market as of November 1st, 2023. Dieter Gross, CEO of Robe Germany, commented, “Following the acquisition of Avolites by Robe it was a logical step to hand over sales in the region to Robe’s German subsidiary. We respect Trendco’s excellent work over the decades and thank them for their harmonious cooperation during the handover period.”Read More »Robe Deutschland GmbH is distributing Avolites in Germany

Solotech Lights up the Stars at the 2023 MTV Video Music Awards

Solotech’s long history of collaboration with the manufacturers and designers who produce and use the most innovative technology continues with ACME lighting, the ACME Pixel Line IP strip light, and DX7 Design. The innovative lighting fixtures tapped by the creative team at the 2023 MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs) have gained popularity in the entertainment tech space and are part of a growing trend toward LED-based solutions due to their energy efficiency, flexibility, and vibrant color output.Read More »Solotech Lights up the Stars at the 2023 MTV Video Music Awards

Elation at LDI 2023: Obsidian NETRON

The EN6 IP™, a 6-port EtherDMX Node from Obsidian Control Systems

NETRON from Obsidian Control Systems introduces the world’s first IP65 product range for entertainment data distribution. Utilizing a custom-designed sealed chassis, IP ports and touch controls, IP65 solutions are provided as a 6-port RDM Splitter (RDM6 IP™), 6-port EtherDMX Node (EN6 IP™), and an 8-port managed POE switch (NS8 IP™). Read More »Elation at LDI 2023: Obsidian NETRON

The Stage Managers’ Association 2023 Del Hughes Awards for Lifetime Achievement in the Art of Stage Management Photo Gallery

On Monday, November 6, 2023, the Stage Managers’ Association presented its annual Del Hughes Awards for Lifetime Achievement in the Art of Stage Management at the National Opera Center Marc A. Scorca Hall in NYC. The distinguished 2023 honorees are theatrical production stage managers John M. Atherlay and Gwen Gilliam, and opera production stage manager Brett Finley. In addition to these Lifetime Achievement Awards, the SMA honored Elynmarie Kazle with The Founders Award.Read More »The Stage Managers’ Association 2023 Del Hughes Awards for Lifetime Achievement in the Art of Stage Management Photo Gallery

Renowned Industry Veteran Jonathan Sheard Joins ROE Visual UK

ROE Visual introduces Jonathan Sheard, a seasoned industry veteran, as Managing Director of their UK team. This appointment underscores ROE Visual’s commitment to expanding its presence in the UK market and fortifying its regional operations. The subsidiary, ROE Visual UK sales office, is poised to provide direct support and service, further bolstering ROE Visual’s sales prospects in the UK.Read More »Renowned Industry Veteran Jonathan Sheard Joins ROE Visual UK

Robe Lights up Sentech Tower for Brixton Light Festival

The fabulous 2023 Brixton Light Festival in Johannesburg, South Africa, delivered its third – and largest to date – event filled with the magic, mystery and imagination evoked by light. It started during the covid lockdowns as a community-led and driven art-based lighting experience to unite the already tight-knit, lively and diverse neighborhood of Brixton. The goal is to celebrate the spirit and importance of community, and the power of art and empathy.Read More »Robe Lights up Sentech Tower for Brixton Light Festival

Convergence and Immersion on Jason Aldean Tour With Lüz Studio and CHAUVET Professional

Matthieu Larivée and the team at Lüz Studio have been relentlessly pushing the envelope of late, driving technology in new directions to transform stages in ways that would have been unimaginable not long ago. So, it should come as no surprise that following their widely acclaimed work on last year’s Jason Aldean tour, when they turned the entire upstage wall into a stunning 3D video screen, these creatives dramatically changed their plans for 2023.Read More »Convergence and Immersion on Jason Aldean Tour With Lüz Studio and CHAUVET Professional

‘New ADJ’ To Be Showcased At LDI 2023 Through Lightshow Designed by LD Steve Kosiba

ADJ is preparing to showcase its newly evolved range of professional lighting products designed for concert tours, festivals and special events at the 2023 LDI tradeshow in Las Vegas. Alongside brand-new products that will launch exclusively at the show, ADJ’s booth (#1443) will feature a lightshow designed by experienced concert LD, Steve Kosiba. This will showcase select fixtures from the brand’s existing range of robust, reliable, and feature-packed fixtures, each specifically created to offer unrivaled return on investment to Lighting Designers, rental houses, production companies and integrators.Read More »‘New ADJ’ To Be Showcased At LDI 2023 Through Lightshow Designed by LD Steve Kosiba

SPH Engineering and HoverUp Forge Strategic Partnership to Spread Drone Show Technologies in the Middle East

SPH Engineering, a leading expert in drone show technologies development, announces an exciting new partnership with HoverUp, Jordan’s first drone show company. This collaboration will bring innovative drone show technologies from SPH Engineering to a broader audience in the Middle East region, including Jordan, Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates.Read More »SPH Engineering and HoverUp Forge Strategic Partnership to Spread Drone Show Technologies in the Middle East