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The Last Week to Get Your Vote in for the Parnelli Awards

December 8, 2024

If you haven’t taken the time to fill out the ballot for the 23rd annual Parnelli Awards, now is the time! You only have until this Friday, December 13 to make your voice heard, by voting. The ballot is posted online at parnelliawards.com, and it’s up to YOU, the PLSN reader, to decide who among the nominees will step up to the awards podium at the Anaheim Hilton in Anaheim, CA on the evening of Jan. 24, 2025 during the NAMM Show.

Perfect Weather Sets a Relaxing Pace for 2024 PLSN/FOH Parnelli Golf Tournament

December 8, 2024

Now that Formula 1 racing has pushed the LDI Show and Parnelli Golf Tournament firmly into December, it seemed likely that the golfing pace for the Dec. 7 event at Henderson, NV’s Legacy Golf Club would be as brisk as the weather.

The Newly Renamed Foundation for Stage Managers Announces Fall Grants

December 6, 2024

The Foundation for Stage Managers (FSM), formerly known as the Stage Managers’ Association Foundation, is pleased to announce that three grantees – two arts organizations and an individual – have been selected to receive monetary grants in the Foundation’s Fall 2024 grant cycle.

Bandit Lights Up Midland with LD Paolo Alfaro

December 5, 2024

Country music group Midland has taken to the road for the ‘Get Lucky’ Tour with a lighting system provided by long time vendor, Bandit Lites. The Grammy-nominated group (comprised of Mark Wystrach, Jess Carson, and Cam Duddy) recently released their fourth studio album ‘Barely Blue’ to critical acclaim.

TCW, Rock-it Cargo and IPS Team Up for Holiday Trivia & Warmth Drive Event on Dec. 9

December 4, 2024

On Dec. 9, Nashville’s Touring Career Workshop will be hosting a holiday-themed TCW Day Off get-together with support from Rock-It Cargo and Integrated Production Solutions (IPS). Titled “Rock-It Around the QUIZmas Tree: Holiday Trivia & Warmth Drive,” the event will test attendees’ trivia smarts (with lots questions relating to live event productions) and spread holiday cheer.

Brian Courchine Colorizes Pink Talking Fish With CHAUVET Professional

December 3, 2024

LD Brian Courchine called on the color rendering prowess of an array of CHAUVET Professional Rogue fixtures to create his multi-hued show for the well-known Northland Music and Arts Festival.

ADJ Group Unveils Significant Expansion of European Headquarters

November 29, 2024

The ADJ Group of Companies has expanded its European Headquarters in Kerkrade, the Netherlands, demonstrating a commitment to building the future together with customers and industry partners. The ADJ Group includes ADJ Lighting, Acclaim Lighting, Duratruss, Elation, and Obsidian Control Systems.

PIXERA Adds the Glow to Church Projection Mapping Tour

November 28, 2024

The PIXERA media server by AV Stumpfl is the backbone of PROJEKTIL’s latest ‘EONARIUM’ tour, an immersive projection mapping project that merges digital artistry with historic architecture across 30 iconic churches and cultural sites in Europe. AV Stumpfl’s real-time media processing, compositing and management system seamlessly handles the stunning visuals that bring these unique and sacred spaces to life.

Towering Strength That Goes Even Higher with TAF

November 27, 2024

Introducing the new GS500N medium-duty square (19.69″ x 19.69″, 500 x 500mm) truss line from TAF, with all straights and corners coming with a connection kit as standard. The GS500N line has the highest vertical loading capacity from truss in the TAF portfolio that features a fork connection system, allowing you to build your towers higher than ever before.

ESTA Honored as Event Safety Trailblazer at Event Safety Summit

November 27, 2024

The Entertainment Services and Technology Association (ESTA) has been recognized with the very first Event Safety Trailblazer award at this year’s Event Safety Summit. This honor celebrates ESTA’s outstanding leadership and unwavering commitment to advancing safety standards across the entertainment industry.

Martin Dudley Connects UB40 to Fans on ‘Red, Red Wine’ Tour with Help from CHAUVET Professional

November 27, 2024

Lighting Designer, Martin Dudley. has been artfully supporting this magical connection between UB40 and their fans on their UK tour. The owner of Martin’s Lights Ltd, Dudley is bringing the band closer to the audience through some adroit fixture placement, and the inspired use of CHAUVET Professional STRIKE 4 blinders and Rogue R2X Washes.

Barco illuminates Christ the Redeemer during Belgian Economic Mission to Brazil

November 27, 2024

Barco, a global leader in visualization technology, is set to showcase its cutting-edge projection capabilities during an extraordinary video mapping event on the iconic Christ the Redeemer statue in Rio de Janeiro. This event is part of a broader economic mission from Belgium to Brazil, highlighting Belgium’s technological prowess.

The Last Week to Get Your Vote in for the Parnelli Awards

Perfect Weather Sets a Relaxing Pace for 2024 PLSN/FOH Parnelli Golf Tournament

The Newly Renamed Foundation for Stage Managers Announces Fall Grants

Bandit Lights Up Midland with LD Paolo Alfaro

TCW, Rock-it Cargo and IPS Team Up for Holiday Trivia & Warmth Drive Event on Dec. 9

Brian Courchine Colorizes Pink Talking Fish With CHAUVET Professional

ADJ Group Unveils Significant Expansion of European Headquarters

PIXERA Adds the Glow to Church Projection Mapping Tour

Towering Strength That Goes Even Higher with TAF

ESTA Honored as Event Safety Trailblazer at Event Safety Summit

Martin Dudley Connects UB40 to Fans on ‘Red, Red Wine’ Tour with Help from CHAUVET Professional

Barco illuminates Christ the Redeemer during Belgian Economic Mission to Brazil

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