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Jakov Jozinović Shows in Ljubljana Sparkle with Robe Moving Lights

10/07/2026 - Production News

Slovenia – Slovenian lighting and visual design studio Blackout created and delivered an outstanding 360-degree lighting show for popular young Croatian singer Jakov Jozinović, who played two sold-out nights at the Stožice Arena in Ljubljana.

Martin Professional Announces Strategic Partnership with the Iconic Royal Albert Hall

10/07/2026 - Project News

UK – Martin Professional, a Harman Professional Solutions brand, has announced a strategic partnership with London’s iconic Royal Albert Hall, creating a closer collaboration between manufacturer and venue that will help shape future lighting technology development.

Puy du Fou España upgrades its 360-degree projection system for “El Último Cantar,” creating an immersive visitor experience

10/07/2026 - Project News

Spain – Puy du Fou España historical theme park located near Toledo, has upgraded its projection system for “El Último Cantar,” with the acquisition of nine Christie Griffyn 4K35-RGB pure laser projectors for the show’s immersive 360-degree projection system.

Robert Juliat’s SpotMe and Lancelot Followspots Shine Through on Broadway’s Tony Award Winning “The Lost Boys”

10/07/2026 - Production News

USA – Lighting designer Jen Schriever and associate lighting designer Aaron Tacy are using Robert Juliat’s SpotMe performer tracking system and three powerful Robert Juliat Lancelot followspots on “The Lost Boys,” Broadway’s Tony Award-winning musical based on the iconic 1987 vampire film. Schriever won a Tony for her work on “The Lost Boys” with co-lighting designer Michael Arden, who was nominated for a Tony for directing the musical. ACT Entertainment is the exclusive distributor of Robert Juliat lighting in North America.

Tyne Theatre & Opera House gains support from The National Lottery Heritage Fund for plans to safeguard its Future

10/07/2026 - Project News

UK – The Tyne Theatre & Opera House has received initial support from The National Lottery Heritage Fund for Phase Two of the theatre’s restoration development Master Plan. Made possible thanks to National Lottery players, the project aims to refurbish theatre theatre’s auditorium and stage house and create a second community performance space in the footprint of the former Westgate Music Hall.

MILOS Goes One Step Beyond: SEL Live Invests in Custom Keder Tech Sheds for their MR2K Roof System for Madness Headliner in Abbey Park

10/07/2026 - Production News

UK – SEL Live has further strengthened its staging and structures inventory with an investment in custom designed MILOS Keder Tech Sheds, an addition to its MILOS MR2K 12 by ten metre roof system, enhancing production flexibility and operational efficiency for festivals, concerts and live events across the UK.

Total flexibility for James’s Love is the Answer tour supplied by DiGiCo Quantum 338

10/07/2026 - Production News

UK – James performs with spontaneity and without set lists, so being ready for anything means front of house engineer, Chris Lynch, needs the power and speed that only DiGiCo can deliver. The generous surface area of the Quantum 338 and three large screens means that everything he needs access to is within arms-reach. In addition, Aled Irfan, at the monitor position, is using an SD10 and has also invested in KLANG and a Fourier transform.engine. His company, AL Touring, supplies the control package for the tour including microphones, in-ear monitoring and stage wedges, with the PA provided by Solotech.

GLP JDC1 brings arena-scale punch to Russell Dickerson’s RussellMania Tour 2026

09/07/2026 - Production News

North America – Russell Dickerson’s RussellMania Tour is one of country music’s most ambitious headline runs of the year, taking the multi-platinum artist across arenas, outdoor amphitheatres and major festivals throughout North America in support of Famous Back Home, his fourth studio album. With the tour representing a significant step up in production scale and spanning a wide range of venue formats, the lighting rig needed to deliver consistent visual impact in any environment. GLP’s JDC1 hybrid LED strobes helped tie the entire dynamic rig together.

Robert Rogojinschi Lights Up Concert-R Birthday Show with Chauvet Professional Color Strike M

09/07/2026 - Production News

Romania – Ștefan Relu Mihalache, better known throughout Romania and much of Europe as Concert-R, turned 44 on 9 June. Rather than simply cut a cake and blow out some candles, he did much more. The former Eurovision contestant and chart-topping singer-rapper celebrated by performing a sold-out concert for fans, just as he’s done for the past seven years. 

Avolites launches Prism: Intuitive Media Control for Connected Shows

09/07/2026 - Equipment News

Avolites, a leading global lighting control manufacturer, has launched Prism: an intuitive media control interface that allows users to introduce dynamic visuals to their shows without the need for complicated programming. The launch follows an extensive period of early access. 

Production Futures Summer Skills Series Launched

09/07/2026 - Training & Standards News

UK – Production Futures continues its drive to create access and opportunity for newcomers to the production industries with the launch of its Summer Skills Series. The campaign, which runs throughout the summer and beyond seeks to connect new talent with jobs, training, open days, boot camps and many other opportunities.

Fellowship Bible Church Enhances Multi-Purpose Space with Martin Audio Torus

08/07/2026 - Project News

USA – Fellowship Bible Church (FBC), located in Sewell, New Jersey, serves hundreds of families across Gloucester County. Its busy programme of worship services, youth activities and community events has recently been enhanced with the installation of a Martin Audio TORUS sound system in its multi-purpose gymnasium.

Liberty Collective Elevates its Audio with AtlasIED Atmosphere

08/07/2026 - Project News

USA – Ohio’s Liberty Collective is an 18,000-square-foot entertainment complex designed to bring people together. It combines a vibrant atmosphere with a strong sense of local pride, offering an experience that is both welcoming and inspiring. The facility features five distinct restaurant concepts spread across two floors, along with a coffee and breakfast bar, an ice cream shop and three bars, including a 30-tap self-pour beer wall. Indoor and outdoor seating is available on both levels, with a second-floor deck and first-floor patios leading out to five sand volleyball courts.

Celebrity Solstice Ushers in a New Era of Premium Onboard Entertainment with Martin MAC Encore Two

08/07/2026 - Project News

Singapore – Celebrity Cruises has completed a major premium entertainment technology upgrade aboard Celebrity Solstice, installing a new Martin Professional lighting system as part of the ship’s extensive 45-day dry dock modernisation in Singapore. The project replaced the onboard theatre’s original MAC 700 light fixtures after nearly two decades of service with the newly released MAC Encore Two, providing updated lighting capabilities designed to support daily theatrical productions in one of the cruise line’s most demanding performance venues.

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