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A Special Note of Thanks to Sponsors of the 19th Annual Parnelli Awards
PLSN Staff | News | October 21, 2019LAS VEGAS - Now that Thanksgiving celebrations have come and gone (if you are from Canada, anyway) and those in the U.S. are starting to make plans for their own celebration on Nov. 28, it seems like a good time to express gratitude for those who make the annual Parnelli Awards possible - the sponsors of the 19th annual ceremony, set to return to the Anaheim Hilton on Jan. 17, 2020 during winter NAMM. Read More...
The American Society of Theatre Consultants Announces New Members 2019
PLSN Staff | News | October 21, 2019 NYC – Three Theatre Consultants have been accepted into membership of the American Society of Theatre Consultants (ASTC). Members reviewed the applications as part of a recent online membership meeting, and the Board later approved all three applicants unanimously. More details from ASTC (https://theatreconsultants.org/): Patrick Barrett, ASTC is a Senior Theatre Specialist at DLR […] Read More...
Avolites is the Brilliant Choice for Slightly Stoopid Tour
PLSN Staff | News | October 21, 2019Celebrated for its relentless touring and engaging live shows, the band has been out on the road for a good chunk of 2019 in support of its 13th and most recent album, Everyday Life, Everyday People. Read More...
Vari-Lites star at the heart of Romeo Santos’ record-breaking Utopia
PLSN Staff | News | October 21, 2019The epic Utopia concert by Latin American music superstar Romeo Santos broke the all-time concert gross record for a performance at the MetLife Stadium on 21 September. Read More...
Elation DARTZ™ makes the Cut on Dancing with the Stars
PLSN Staff | News | October 21, 2019Enjoyed by young and old alike, Dancing with the Stars has been a mainstay of American reality television since premiering in 2005. Read More...
Solaris Flare Rayzrs Light Up the Netherworld in Beetlejuice
PLSN Staff | News | October 20, 2019Award winning Lighting Designer Ken Posner’s palette for the burlesque world of Beetlejuice included 29 Solaris Flare Rayzr fixtures Read More...
Kinetic Lighting Expands Role for 71st Annual Primetime Emmys
PLSN Staff | News | October 18, 2019 LOS ANGELES, CA – For the ninth consecutive year, Kinetic Lighting is proud to have supplied lighting for setups related to the Primetime Emmy Awards in Los Angeles: For client FOX Broadcasting, Kinetic handled lighting for areas connected to the 71st annual awards show, including the red carpet arrivals area at L.A. LIVE, as […] Read More...
Nick Jr. Live! “Move To The Music” Tour Sets Happy Tone with CHAUVET Professional Maverick Fixtures
PLSN Staff | News | October 18, 2019Part Broadway-style stage show, and part story-driven concert, Nick Jr. Live! “Move to the Music” is all, pure 100-percent fun for the young fans who are filling venues around the country with laughter and shrieks of delight during this national tour. Read More...
LDI Explores the Future of Experiential Design
PLSN Staff | News | October 18, 2019USA – LDI and XLIVE are inviting the industry to a one-day special event focusing on the creation, evolution and future of immersive experiential design. More details from LDI (www.ldishow.com): The LiveXperience Symposium will feature creative agency leaders, immersive event producers and the prominent designers who bring ideas to life. These experts will share knowledge […] Read More...
Deep Purple Takes a “Long Goodbye” with Bandit Lites’ Gear
PLSN Staff | News | October 17, 2019NASHVILLE, TN - Deep Purple, the English rock band credited with pioneering modern hard rock and heavy metal, is out on "The Long Goodbye" tour with a lighting system supplied by Bandit Lites. LD Louis Ball's rig includes over 100 feet of Bandit's GoGo truss as well as Martin MAC Viper Profiles, Martin MAC Auras, Chroma Q Color Force 48 and 2 Lite Fixture Inlines, with a Wholehog 4 for control. Read More...
Pathway implements SixEye’s unified remote management system
PLSN Staff | News | October 17, 2019Data communications company, Pathway Connectivity, designs, manufactures and supports an innovative family of products for sophisticated stage and architectural lighting systems. It has recently incorporated SixEye’s unique unified remote management system into its offering Read More...
ETC announces 2019 LDI Fred Foster Student Mentees
PLSN Staff | News | October 17, 2019Recognizing the importance of mentorship in any lighting professional’s career, ETC has sponsored students at LDI for the past twenty years, connecting them with the industry’s brightest talent. Read More...