The University of Tennessee in Knoxville held its annual celebration of illustrious alumni at 2022 Alumni Awards Gala. Bandit Lites donated a lighting system for… Read More »Bandit Lites Donates Lighting for University of Tennessee’s Alumni Gala
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Mountain Productions, one of the largest staging and entertainment rigging distribution companies in North America, is pleased to announce the appointment of Andrew Hawk as their new Director of Installs.Read More »Mountain Productions Appoints Andrew Hawk as Director of Installs
The world’s leading AV and systems integration exhibition is back for another unmissable event.
Integrated Systems Europe, ISE 2023, will take place at the Fira Barcelona Gran Via, 31 January – 3 February 2023. Integrated Systems Events is a joint venture between AVIXA and CEDIA – the two leading associations for the global audiovisual industry.
ISE 2023 promises to deliver a vibrant edition, showcasing a wealth of new technology and providing plenty of opportunity to connect with leaders and innovators throughout the AV and systems integration industries. In fact, ISE 2023 is already 30% bigger than in 2022.
ISE, AVIXA and CEDIA will deliver exciting show features and enriching learning opportunities to create an unmissable event for the AV channel and end-users alike. “ISE 2023 will showcase all the professional AV and systems integration technologies shaping how we live, play and work. It’s a coming together of evolving AV and networking technologies – integrated into outstanding creative and practical solutions to transform industry, business and lifestyle. From signage on the high street to collaboration systems for business, high-tech solutions for smart homes to cutting-edge sound and visuals for entertainment venues. If you are responsible for a facility, be it in education, live events, workplace, retail, worship or assisted living for example, ISE is where you’ll discover what’s next from the leading AV brands.” said Mike Blackman, Managing Director of ISE.Read More »Get ready for ISE 2023: January 31 to February 3, 2023 in Barcelona
Last night, Monday October 24, 2022, at The Stage Managers’ Association 2022 Del Hughes Awards for Lifetime Achievement, Elynmarie Kazle (past chair of the SMA) announced the creation of a new organization – the Stage Managers’ Association Foundation. The SMA’s Del Hughes Awards were held at the National Opera Center’s Marc A. Scorca Hall in NYC.Read More »The New Stage Managers’ Association Foundation has been Launched
Solotech, a leader in audiovisual and entertainment technology, announces the appointment of John Probyn as Head of Business Development in Europe for the Live Productions… Read More »Solotech Appoints John Probyn as Head of Business Development for Live Productions Division in Europe
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Singer-songwriter Alicia Keys has embarked on her sixth concert tour playing 31 dates in North America and 21 in Europe on the Alicia + Keys… Read More »Ayrton Perseo Profiles Dominate Rig for ‘Alicia + Keys World Tour’
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Readers of PLSN and FOH magazines can now enjoy listening to the magazines — including features, news stories, and more on our websites via the new text-to-speech audio player feature on stories. This enhancement to our website content continues our focus on always improving our reader’s experience.Read More »Listen to PLSN with New Text-to-Speech Player
Comedian Nikki Glaser’s first HBO comedy special is a hilarious, no-holds-barred hour of comedy that covers a range of ticklish topics like sex, dating, and private parts. Taped late last year at the Paramount Theater in Denver, CO in front of a sold-out audience, Nikki Glaser: Good Clean Filth premiered on HBO on July 16 and is available to stream on HBO Max.Read More »Marc Janowitz Adds Extra Sparkle to Nikki Glaser Comedy Special with Elation SparkLED
Main Light, LLC has appointed Silas Flores as Operations Manager for Main Light, East in Wilmington, DE. Flores will be focused on ensuring that Main Light’s original facility continues to provide the company’s renowned dry hire services to professional production and rental companies. Bringing over 20+ years of experience working in the entertainment industry, his extensive experience gives him a strong understanding of the needs and expectations of Main Light’s clients.Read More »Main Light Appoints Silas Flores to be Operations Manager for Main Light, East
Rowdytown X, the 10th anniversary edition of Big Gigantic’s flagship concert party at Red Rocks Amphitheatre in Morrison, CO, welcomed the band’s fans with a spectacular blend of video, lighting and pyro effects. Production Designer Justin Casey included 40 Chauvet Professional fixtures supplied by Helms Projects and Brown Note Productions.
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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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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:
Read More »Stepping Into The Spotlight: ADJ’s New IP65 Rated Hydro Spot 2 Is Shipping Now