It’s the People
InfoComm 2025 presents another opportunity for people in the live event industry to reconnect. Michael Eddy also reflects on three people the industry recently lost.
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Resources You Can Use
Editor Michael S. Eddy brings attention to information resources in PLSN and the Event Production Directory, noting that the 2025 edition of the EPD is now online. Another highlight this month is PLSN’s coverage of “Just in Time,” the Broadway musical about Bobby Darin.
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Amplifying the ECCHO
PLSN Editor Michael S. Eddy lauds the ripple effect of Touring Career Workshop, now known as ECCHO Live, for offering mentorship resources to live event professionals at no charge. ECCHO Live’s Kara Kemp and Sharon Lee write about the importance of the group’s ongoing mental health support.
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A Guest Note from Parnelli Producer Kevin Mitchell
As a long-time writer for PLSN and FOH magazines, Kevin Mitchell write about many productions. Then, once a year, he produces one himself – the annual Parnelli Awards. After this year’s gala, he took some time to shine the spotlight on the Parnelli Awards production team.
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Finding Respite in Community
The 2025 ProProduction panelists included a number of Parnelli nominees and winners, as well as Parnelli Awards board members. All had valuable insights to share with NAMM attendees.
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Happy 2025!
PLSN Editor Michael S. Eddy raises a toast to the incredible designs that are sure to be seen in 2025.
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Strong Connections
PLSN Editor Michael Eddy takes note of some of the associations and organizations that serve as invaluable resources to all of us in our industry.
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You Can’t Do It Alone
LDI, The Conference: Live at Lititz, NAMM, the PLSN/FOH ProProduction Sessions and the Parnelli Awards are all just around the corner—in-person gatherings that can enrich every attendee. The November issue of PLSN, like every other issue we publish, is also packed with inspiring products, projects, and people generously sharing their experience.
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Mental Health Support
Mental Illness Awareness Week is October 6-12 and World Mental Health Day is October 10, and It is heartening to see more providers of training and care for mental health, addiction, and other self-care are becoming readily accessible on tours and in shops.
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Preparing for Fall
PLSN Editor Michael S. Eddy points out a few safety trainings that have come across his desk in recent weeks from The Event Safety Alliance, USITT and Behind the Scenes and reminds readers to nominate worthy people, companies and products for special recognition at the next Parnelli Awards show.
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Spotlighting the Lighting Hometown Heroes
Michael S. Eddy welcomes readers to the August 2024 issue of PLSN.
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Shared Stories
Welcome to the July issue of PLSN, with our special focus on Festivals. This month we also highlight the work of the Eggshell Lighting Company along with Production Spotlight and Design Insight features on Justin Timerlake and the Rolling Stones. Editor Micheal S. Eddy also invites readers to submit their own tips, tricks and tales from the road.
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