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Hands-on Experience Helps Programmers Trim Busywork for Others

Chris Lose, PLSN’s LD-at-Large, worked as a moving light tech, dimmer tech, and crew chief before finally moving to the front end of the snake. He credits the years he spent tinkering on moving lights in the shop for giving him the insights to be a more effective, streamlined programmer. As he notes in PLSN’s March issue, “the most efficient way that programmers can support their team is by helping them to avoid busywork. I have seen several programmers send technicians up into the rig to sort out a fixture only to realize that they hadn’t even attempted a soft reset before ringing the alarm bells. Often, a reset or two is all that a fixture needs to straighten up.”

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Vectorworks, Inc. Expands Global Presence with New Office in Japan

Global design and BIM software provider Vectorworks, Inc., part of the Nemetschek Group, announces the establishment of a new corporate office in Japan to expand and support its growing customer base and strengthen its position as a leading provider of innovative design solutions worldwide.Read More »Vectorworks, Inc. Expands Global Presence with New Office in Japan

Novatech Deploys ROE Visual to Make Waves at AO24 Finals Festival

 

The Finals Festival hits AO24 bigger and better than ever. Presented by Tennis Australia with production design & management by Gig Control, the Festival was held over the final weekend of the Australian Open and saw Novatech deploy the ROE Visual transparent V8T in a creative way.Read More »Novatech Deploys ROE Visual to Make Waves at AO24 Finals Festival

Ambersphere Solutions Ltd. Becomes Part of ACT Entertainment

(L to R) Glyn O’Donoghue, Philip Norfolk, and Lee House of Ambersphere with ACT Entertainment CEO Ben Saltzman

Ambersphere Solutions Ltd, a leading provider of professional lighting solutions in the UK, has officially become a part of ACT Entertainment, North America’s premiere supplier of entertainment technology. This acquisition is a testament to the shared values and long-standing relationship between the two entities, especially in their distribution of MA Lighting and Ayrton products. Read More »Ambersphere Solutions Ltd. Becomes Part of ACT Entertainment

In Memoriam: Manufacturer’s Representative Donn Nelson, 70

It is with great sadness that the ADJ Group marks the passing and celebrates the life of valued colleague and dear friend, Donn Nelson. He died on February 10, 2024 at the age of 70. A well-known and much-respected industry veteran, Donn led Pro Media Marketing, ADJ’s manufacturer’s representative firm covering Michigan, Indiana, Ohio, and West Pennsylvania. Read More »In Memoriam: Manufacturer’s Representative Donn Nelson, 70

CHAUVET Professional Helps Peter Therrien Set St. Paddy’s Tone on Flogging Molly Tour

Saint Patrick’s Day happens once a year… or does it? For Flogging Molly fans, a St. Paddy’s Day party breaks out every time the seven-member Irish-American band walks on the stage, regardless of what the calendar says. This spirit is joyfully evident on their current 21-city Road To Rebellion tour, which kicked off February 16 at the Foxwoods Resort Casino in Connecticut and closes March 17 at the downtown Las Vegas Events Center. Keeping pace with all the hand clapping and sing-alongs is a colorful and lively Peter Therrien lightshow that features a 100-percent CHAUVET Professional floor package supplied by JDI Productions.

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