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Adam Hall Group Appoints H. ITO & CO., LTD as Exclusive Cameo Distribution Partner in Japan

The Adam Hall Group is further expanding its global sales network. With H. ITO & CO., LTD from Tokyo, Japan, the event technology provider headquartered in Neu-Anspach, Hesse, has gained a new partner who will take over the exclusive distribution of Adam Hall Group brand Cameo lighting technology solutions in Japan with immediate effect.Read More »Adam Hall Group Appoints H. ITO & CO., LTD as Exclusive Cameo Distribution Partner in Japan

Fresh Entertainment: Gibraltar’s Premier AV Company Chooses Elation Lighting

Fresh Entertainment, Gibraltar’s sole professional audiovisual company, stands at the forefront of the entertainment and installation industry in this small British territory. With an impressive track record dating back to 2005, Fresh Entertainment has become synonymous with high quality events and cutting-edge technology, a reputation further enhanced through an enduring collaboration with Elation lighting. Fresh Entertainment CEO Jonathan Collado has turned to Elation fixtures since 2012 to elevate a diverse range of projects in Gibraltar, from conferences to major music festivalsRead More »Fresh Entertainment: Gibraltar’s Premier AV Company Chooses Elation Lighting

F-Drive, ETC’s Flagship LED Driver Solution, Now Compatible with Irideon and Source Four Mini LED

ETC announces F-Drive compatible versions of Irideon FPZ, Irideon WLZ, and Source Four Mini LED. These additions make it even easier to pair ETC luminaires with ETC’s flagship LED driver solution. Direct connection to the F-Drive system enables facilities to build more cost-effective lighting systems, all backed by a state-of-the-art lighting control solution.Read More »F-Drive, ETC’s Flagship LED Driver Solution, Now Compatible with Irideon and Source Four Mini LED

Canto USA Announces Updates Rolling Out for the RETRO Series Product Line

Canto USA announces the release of the upgraded RETRO Series with the Fusion 2.0 and Passive 2.0. The product updates include interchangeable tops and an easier-to-install safety cable. Focusing on streamlining the product line, the RETRO-Classic will be discontinued at the time of the Fusion 2.0 and Passive 2.0 release.Read More »Canto USA Announces Updates Rolling Out for the RETRO Series Product Line

GLP impression X5 Wash adopted by Leading Theater Lighting Designers

‘The Crucible’ at the Gielgud Theatre with a lighting design by Tim Lutkin. Photo by Brinkhoff-Moegenburg

Two theater lighting designers, Paule Constable and Tim Lutkin, have both become early adopters of GLP’s new impression X5 platform—believing the powerful fixture to be a perfect solution for theatre designers, and setting the standard as a new generation for wash lights. Both have been supplied by Sparks Theatrical Hire, while a third designer, Paul Pyant, has also requisitioned the X5 for Noises Off at the Theatre Royal Haymarket.Read More »GLP impression X5 Wash adopted by Leading Theater Lighting Designers

Introducing the new KVANT Architect W400B

The new 2nd generation of KVANT’s Architect is a high-power static-beam lasers (sometimes called sky lasers or landmark lasers) that is an extremely powerful 400W laser system for outdoor architectural and landmark illumination applications. Built into an IP65-rated housing, the Architect is designed to withstand even the harshest environments. Additionally, with the optional DMX-controlled Pan/Tilt platform, you can truly “scan” the skies.

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The ALPD On The Passing of Founder, Richard Pilbrow

Richard Pilbrow in front of the National Theatre in London. Photo by Robert Bell

It is with great sadness that The Association for Lighting Production and Design (The ALPD) heard the news that its Co-Founder and President, passed away. Richard Pilbrow, esteemed Member No. 1, had been the association’s President for many years. A distinguished lighting designer, producer, and writer, he was a hugely respected consultant for the construction of new performing arts. He was the first Lighting Director of the National Theatre and Founder of Theatre Projects.Read More »The ALPD On The Passing of Founder, Richard Pilbrow

Metallica Team Join PLSN / FOH ProProduction Session at NAMM

The ProProduction Sessions at NAMM presented by PLSN & FOH is excited to announce that the design team and some of the vendors of Metallica’s M72 Tour will be joining us for Inside the Snake Pit: The Creative Team Behind Metallica’s Tour Designs.The panel speakers will be Creative Director/Production Designer Dan Braun, Lighting Designer Rob Koenig, & Video Director/Designer Gene McAuliffe, along with David Hunkins from 4Wall, and panelists from Tait and PGP joining moderator Michael Eddy. This session wil be on Friday, Jan. 26, 2024 at 1:00pm – 2:00pm in Room 204A at the Anaheim Convention Center as part of the NAMM Show.

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Last Days to Vote! Parnelli Deadline is Friday, Dec. 15!

This is the last week to vote for the 22nd Annual Parnelli Awards! You only have until noon (PST) on Friday, Dec. 15 to get your votes in for the 22nd annual awards ceremony, which will take place at the Anaheim Convention Center in Anaheim, CA on the evening of Jan. 26, 2024. There’s still time for YOU, the PLSN reader, to decide who among the nominees will step up to the awards podium at this year’s Parnelli Awards, but the deadline is approaching, so vote today!

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The Winners of the 4th International Drone Show Competition Announced

 SPH Engineering proudly announced the results of the 4th International Drone Show Competition, showcasing an impressive array of talent and creativity from participants across 24 countries with 105 applications in 8 diverse categories — the competition demonstrates the growth and innovation in the drone show industry. The results were unveiled in a presentation featuring a collaborative drone show with Sky Elements Drones, that illuminated Las Vegas sky with 400 drones, letting the whole city know about 22 outstanding winners.

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