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The Technology Behind Coldplay’s ‘Music of the Spheres’ Tour

The Technology Behind Coldplay’s ‘Music of the Spheres’ Tour

Coldplay’s Music of the Spheres World Tour features a bevy of sustainable elements including four inflatable LED spheres that played a role in supporting the band’s green goals. PRG worked with their team on the engineering and fabrication of this innovative technology. In this video Production Designer Misty Buckley, Production Manager Jake Berry, Video Director Ant Barrett, Screens Director Josh Koffman, and Managing Director, PRG Projects Frederic Opsomer take us behind the scenes of the design.

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Stepping Into The Spotlight: ADJ’s New IP65 Rated Hydro Spot 2 Is Shipping Now

Offering an impressive 15,000 lumen output derived from a potent 320W cool white LED engine, the new Hydro Spot 2 from ADJ is an IP65 rated spot fixture packed with features. From animation wheel, twin Gobo wheels and two prism options, to CMY color mixing with variable CTO flag and an additional color wheel, it offers all the tools a lighting designer could wish for. This combination of power and features is drawn together in a robust fixture that can be used both inside and outdoors in any weather conditions, making it the ideal solution for rental and event production companies looking for maximum versatility. Here’s an introductory video on the ADJ Hydro Spot 2:

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Fox NFL Sunday Features ROE Visual for Flexible Broadcasting

Fox Sports Launching New Virtual Studio with Support by NEP Sweetwater

Applying the latest in extended reality (XR) technology, the new Fox Sports studio in Los Angeles, CA, is kicking NFL on Fox in a completely new direction. The No. 1 rated NFL pregame show Fox NFL Sunday is receiving an entirely redesigned set, supported by NEP Sweetwater with ROE Visual LED displays.Read More »Fox NFL Sunday Features ROE Visual for Flexible Broadcasting

Théâtre du Châtelet Chooses Robe T1 Profiles & RoboSpots

The Théâtre du Châtelet, an iconic arts and cultural landmark venue in the 1st arrondissement of Paris, designed by Jean-Antoine-Gabriel Davioud and completed in 1862, re-opened to the public in 2019 after several years of extensive renovation work. The theatre has recently re-opened again post pandemic.Read More »Théâtre du Châtelet Chooses Robe T1 Profiles & RoboSpots

Uniview’s Manufacturing Expertise Key to its 11 Years of Industry Success

Industry-Leading Interactive Technology & Among First with RGB Gamma Calibration Technology

In pursuit of innovation, Uniview takes the lead in developing interactive technology including its interactive floor, I Series with capacitive sensors, and its interactive fixed display GX Series capacitive sensors or radar sensors.

The interactive floor I Series uses capacitive sensors to create real-time interaction through the contact between the human body and its interactive products, which adds a highlight to stage shows. Indoor fixed screen GX Series use capacitive sensors or radar sensors to achieve touch or non-touch interactivity, bringing the viewers or audience an unforgettable and extraordinary experience.Read More »Uniview’s Manufacturing Expertise Key to its 11 Years of Industry Success

TCG Announces RECOGNIZE Grantees for THRIVE! Uplifting Theatres of Color

$900,000 in General Operating Support Awarded to 22 Theatres

Theatre Communications Group (TCG) is pleased to announce the recipients of RECOGNIZE grants as part of the THRIVE! Uplifting Theatres of Color program. With $1,635,000 in support from Doris Duke Charitable Foundation (DDCF), TCG is working in partnership with an Advisory Circle of Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC*) to provide unrestricted funds for Black theatres, Indigenous theatres and Theatres of Color (BITOC*) based in the U.S. (including Tribal Nations and U.S. Territories). In this inaugural round of the program, The Sheri and Les Biller Family Foundation has joined as a supporting partner for theatres in Western states. TCG is looking to partner with additional funders to further augment the reach and impact of the THRIVE! program and interested parties should contact LaTeshia Ellerson for more information.Read More »TCG Announces RECOGNIZE Grantees for THRIVE! Uplifting Theatres of Color

Last Chance to Nominate Your Hometown Hero Lighting Company

Each year, PLSN honors regional lighting production companies with our Hometown Hero award. This award honors the best regional lighting production company in six regions across North America: the Northeast, Southeast, Midwest, Northwest, Southwest, and Canada. This award—from nominations to winners—is selected by you, the PLSN readers, because you truly know who the Hometown Heroes are in the industry. You only need to nominate the company once for them to be considered for this award.Read More »Last Chance to Nominate Your Hometown Hero Lighting Company