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PLSN Interview: Joe Schaffner, Motown Acts Touring Pioneer

DETROIT – PLSN’s Kevin Mitchell got a chance earlier this year to sit down with Joe Schaffner, a pioneering touring professional who did whatever it took to successfully stage shows from a diverse array of Motown artists including Marv Johnson, the Supremes, the O’Jays, the Jackson Five, Prince and Aretha Franklin. Schaffner shed light on the touring life from the early 1960’s onward.

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Malmo Opera’s Socially Distanced “Funny Girl” Production Includes Astera Fixtures

MALMO, Sweden – The Malmo Opera presented an acclaimed production of musical classic Funny Girl as part of the autumn/winter repertory program. Although the show went on, the production plan changed dramatically to minimize Covid-19 infection risks. For starters, the live audience was limited to 50 socially distanced attendees. Other ticket holders could watch via a livestream for each performance. LD Fredrik Jonsson used the Opera’s supply of Astera fixtures to create some memorable looks.

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Michael T. Strickland To Testify Before Senate on Dec. 15

WASHINGTON, DC – Bandit Lites founder and chair Michael T. Strickland has been invited to testify before the U.S. Senate on Dec. 15 at 10 a.m. about the effects of the Covid-19 pandemic on the live event industry. Strickland has worked as one of the most visible and vocal advocates for the industry since the mass cancellations of live events took place this March.

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