ROE Visual has moved its LED production and production-related departments to the Unilumin Daya Bay Technology Park in Huizhou, China. The new location was officially inaugurated on March 30, 2023, with a festive and memorable celebration for the ROE Visual team. This upgraded production hub will enhance efficiency, allowing room for growth as the company expands.Read More »ROE Visual Prepares for Global Expansion with New Location
disguise announces the launch of EX 3 — a 4K video playback solution designed specifically for location-based experiences and fixed installations. Whether it’s for an art show, entertainment venue, or office lobby, EX 3 unlocks the full scalability of the disguise platform, which has powered more than 600 immersive experiences in more than 50 countries.Read More »disguise Launches Pixel-Perfect Video Playback Solution
Global design and BIM software provider Vectorworks, Inc. invites students to see where their designs can take them by entering the seventh Vectorworks Design Scholarship. The global competition is open to undergraduate and graduate students in major disciplines related to entertainment design, architecture, landscape architecture and design, and interior design. Students can submit a new design or past project from any of their classes for the chance to win up to $10,000 USD.Read More »2023 Vectorworks Design Scholarship Now Accepting Submissions
In person presentations by four teams of students highlighted the 2023 ASTC – USITT Venue Renovation Challenge. The student presentations took place at the USITT convention in St. Louis. Each of the four teams chose a building on their campus as the subject for renovation. Two projects were existing theatres in need of modernization and two were spaces to be converted to theatrical performance use. The teams created a concept and developed documentation that detailed their renovation plans. The project culminated in the live presentation during the USITT conference. A group of five ASTC members acted as judges and offered comments to the teams throughout the process and determined the final awards.Read More »2023 ASTC-USITT Renovation Challenge
Blackmagic Design today announced three new models of Blackmagic Videohub 12G zero latency video routers that let customers connect and route any combination of SD, HD, and Ultra HD on the same router at the same time. Blackmagic Videohub 12G models feature a front panel with shortcut buttons, an LCD which can display labels or live video, and a machined metal spin knob for browsing video sources. Blackmagic Videohub 12G is available immediately from Blackmagic Design resellers worldwide from $1,395.Read More »Blackmagic Design Announces New Blackmagic Videohub 12G
A.C. Lighting Inc., a distributor of lighting and rigging technologies, announces the appointment of Manali Dhaduk as Inside Sales Representative for Canada. In this newly created role, Dhaduk will report to Fred Mikeska, Executive VP of Sales, and works closely with Sales and Customer Support teams. Dhaduk is responsible for supporting A.C. Lighting Inc.’s Canadian Client base and rep firm, PAG Canada, to grow sales and support clients with pre- or post-sales services.Read More »A.C. Lighting Inc. Appoints Manali Dhaduk as Inside Sales Representative for Canada
The growing demand for high-quality virtual production, integration of systems, and development of efficient state-of-the-art workflows has left many creatives and corporations searching for a reliable, global partner. To address this need, film technology company ARRI is elevating ARRI Solutions to become its own business unit and has established two new senior management positions.Read More »ARRI Expands Virtual Production and Workflow Solutions
KVANT introduces Clubmax 24 and 40, the latest additions to its Clubmax lineup. Small, yet rugged, these models are small-format, high-power laser systems designed for large-scale indoor/outdoor laser shows. Clubmax 24 and 40 come factory-fitted with modern features such as Motorized Dichroic Filters, allowing you to deliver powerful, world-class laser displays—effectively and efficiently. Here’s a video preview of the Clubmax 24 and 40:
Taking place after a sun-drenched April Fools Day that followed a surprise late-winter blizzard, the memorial service for Richard (a.k.a. Rick, a.k.a. Nook) Schoenfeld, packed the third floor event space above Brit’s Pub in Minneapolis with family, friends, and colleagues gathered to celebrate the former editor of PLSN’s life.Read More »Remembering Nook: Family, Friends, and Colleagues Gather for a Celebration of Life in Minneapolis
On April 1, 2023 some interesting new products were launched that we thought our PLSN readers would enjoy knowing about:
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April 1st 4Wall Product Launch: Introducing the Elation Radiant Thespius, a groundbreaking stage light specifically designed for Broadway productions. Revolutionize your performances in style with… Read More »April 1 Launch by 4Wall of Elation Radiant Thespius
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April 1 ETC Product Launch:
ETC is buzzing with excitement to show you their latest innovation. The Source4Fly LEB is ETC’s first 100% organic light source. And it doesn’t stop at the standard fixture with lightning bug array… Upgrade your luminaire with an optional handful of grass for the bottom of the jar.Read More »April 1 Launch by ETC of the Source4Fly LEB