News Archive for November 2023

City Theatrical to Introduce New DMXcat, Multiverse and Hardware Solutions at LDI Show 2023

30/11/2023 - Event News

USA – City Theatrical will be introducing three new solutions available for demonstration in Booth 809 at LDI Show 2023 at the Las Vegas Convention Center from 3 - 5 December, 2023, including the DMXcat-E, Multiverse Connect Module and Wing Nut Socket. These products are expansions of City Theatrical’s award-winning DMXcat Multi Function Test Tool system, family of Multiverse wireless DMX/RDM technology, and expansive hardware collection. City Theatrical will also be offering an LDI event giveaway of one DMXcat Multi Function Test Tool or RadioScan Spectrum Analyser, at the winner’s choice, to one randomly selected event participant who registers with the City Theatrical team in Booth 809 before the event concludes. The winner will be announced via email one week after the show.

Chauvet France to Distribute ChamSys in France 

30/11/2023 - Business News

France – Since its founding in 2003, ChamSys has taken great pride in the ability of its cutting-edge software and hardware control solutions to adapt to the myriad and always-evolving needs of lighting programmers and designers. Hence the company’s name, which is derived from the supremely adaptive chameleon. 

AV Stumpfl opens PIXERA office in Los Angeles

30/11/2023 - Business News

USA – Following the opening of the new PIXERA UK office in London last month, AV Stumpfl announced that PIXERA, its real-time media server platform, is expanding its physical presence in North America as well.

Energise your audience with DAP’s new NRG speakers and subwoofers

30/11/2023 - Equipment News

DAP’s new NRG series consists of passive and active speakers and subwoofers that combine great sound with a lightweight design. The passive models are perfect for permanent installations, while the active models are ideal for mobile applications. Both versions offer speakers with 8”, 10”, 12” and 15” woofers, while the subs have 12”, 15” and 18” woofers to choose between.

Brompton Technology to Demonstrate Next-Gen LED Video Processing at LDI

30/11/2023 - Event News

USA – Brompton Technology, the market leader in LED video processing across live events and virtual production, will demonstrate its latest technology at the LDI Show, taking place in the West Hall of the Las Vegas Convention Center from 3-5 December. Exhibiting in booth #903, Brompton will show off its award-winning, next-generation TrueLight technology, which delivers high-quality lighting from LED panels with extra emitters offering accurate, calibrated RGBW colours and unparalleled control over spectral output from RGB panels.

EM Acoustics powers immersive audio magic at Treetop Adventure Golf

30/11/2023 - Project News

UK – Treetop Adventure Golf, renowned for its immersive and adventurous mini-golf experiences, recently announced the opening of a new site in Gateshead. Treetop has taken the idea of adventure golf and brought it bang up to date, with imaginative set designs and interactive features that whisk players away to far-off and mystical lands during the course of its 18-hole games. To power this magical story-driven experience, Gateshead required a complete audio system that could handle the demands of a busy visitor attraction whilst providing clear and consistent sound over two floors and two carefully designed courses. A system based around EM Acoustic’s EMS series proved to be an ideal solution.

Audio Inc gains multi-project value from Martin Audio WPS / WPM combo

30/11/2023 - Production News

USA – Since investing in Martin Audio’s small-format WPM line array, shortly followed by the larger WPS PA last year, New Jersey-based Audio Incorporated has rarely looked back, taking full advantage of the optimised series’ breakthrough scalable resolution. While the award-winning two-way WPM houses 2 x 6.5” drivers, the slightly larger WPS is a 2 x 8” 3-way array.

Seriously Magical New Tech for Robe at LDI

29/11/2023 - Event News

USA – Robe launches four outstanding new products on Booth 911A at the 2023 LDI expo in Las Vegas next week: the iT12 Profile, the T32 Cyc and two new variants of the cool and successful PATT series of scenic illumination, the HolyPATT and the MolyPATT.

Optimal Audio Appoints MDC as Qatar Distributor

29/11/2023 - Business News

Qatar – Award-winning UK manufacturer Optimal Audio has announced the appointment of MDC as its exclusive distributor in Qatar.

Vari-Lite shows off latest console solutions at LDI 2023, including Neo X5, Neo X Server, and software enhancements

29/11/2023 - Event News

USA – Vari-Lite, the Signify entertainment lighting brand and industry pioneer in moving head lighting control, has announced that they will be presenting several new console products at the LDI Show in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA. New solutions that will be shown in the Vari-Lite booth at LDI include the recently launched Vari-Lite Neo X5 Console, a preview of the next-gen Neo X Server, and new updates to the Neo and ZerOS console software platforms.

LIT Lighting Installs Ayrton, MA, MDG and RapcoHorizon Gear In Footprint Center for the Phoenix Suns

29/11/2023 - Project News

USA – LIT Lighting in Tempe, Arizona recently specified, designed, sold and installed new lighting and production equipment in the Footprint Center home arena of the NBA’s Phoenix Suns and WNBA’s Phoenix Mercury.  The installation, which comprised a new entertainment lighting solution, included Ayrton, MA Lighting, MDG and RapcoHorizon brands, all exclusively distributed in North America by ACT Entertainment.

Lighting through beer crates: Tight budget tour with an exclusive floor package from GLP

29/11/2023 - Production News

Europe – The genre-defying rock-pop-punk band ENGST is continuing along its successful, upward trajectory. The new album “Irgendwas ist immer” (“There is always something”) is selling fast and the tour starting in November, through Germany, Austria and Switzerland, is already largely sold out.

Brompton Technology charts future with Adam Callaway as Global Lead, Virtual Production and Broadcast

29/11/2023 - People News

UK – Brompton Technology, a global leader in the manufacture of LED processors, has announced the promotion of long-serving team member, Adam Callaway to the role of global lead, virtual production and broadcast. This strategic move follows the great year for the company filled with esteemed industry accolades such as Advanced Imaging Society’s Lumiere Entertainment Technology Award and the Television Academy’s Emmy Award for Outstanding Achievement in Engineering, Science & Technology. These accolades reflect Brompton’s continuous dedication to its customers and partners, as well as its forward-looking ethos, both of which aim to ensure the company not only keeps pace with industry trends but anticipates and shapes the future.

Genelec’s audio solutions reign at Stockholm’s Queen Silvia concert hall

29/11/2023 - Project News

Sweden – When the directors of Stockholm’s prestigious music school, Lilla Akademien set about building a new concert hall on its existing campus, their mission was to create a highly flexible venue serving as a small performance space for professional live music concerts, a rehearsal room for the music school’s students and an inspiring setting for creative learning. The project took over two years to complete and was inaugurated by Sweden’s Queen Silvia herself, also a patron of the music school. The result is a stunning auditorium, unlike any other: a harmonious blend of architecture, technology and lighting with a world-class sound system from Genelec.

TiMax spatialisation is the Ace in the Hole for Treetop Adventure Golf

28/11/2023 - Project News

UK – The fifth Treetop Adventure Golf venue – newly arrived in Gateshead’s Metrocentre shopping precinct – represents an acceleration in theatrical vision for the themed leisure brand. The recently completed installation was carried out by Reading-based Full Production Ltd, with audio by Dan Roncoroni of RavenAV,  and features two 18-hole family-focused golf courses: one a Tropical Trail and the other an Ancient Explorer Trail. Both courses benefit from high resolution 3D, object-based immersive soundscape environments, as well as show-stopping automated moments, created by the powerful show control capabilities of TiMax SoundHub.

The Need for Robe Speed at iHeartRadio Fiesta Latina

28/11/2023 - Production News

USA – ‘The Need for Speed’ – the ability to work fast and sometimes furiously – “is imperative” explains lighting designer Tom Kenny referring to the 2023 iHeartRadio Fiesta Latina event staged at the Kaseya Arena in Miami, Florida, in conjunction with LPS Production.

Claypaky Skylos Searchlights Illuminate London Sky for Fatboy Slim’s Record-Setting Holographic Performance for EE

28/11/2023 - Production News

UK – Iconic British entertainer Fatboy Slim appeared in the world’s biggest holographic performance at London’s Alexandra Palace where 12 Claypaky Skylos searchlights scanned the sky and drawing lots of attention.

“Learning on an Audient is a real advantage” says University Lecturer

28/11/2023 - Project News

UK – Buckinghamshire New University’s Studio 2 has been upgraded to a hybrid studio, with a wide array of analogue outboard equipment and an Audient ASP8024-HE at its heart. When asked about how staff and students are enjoying the new set-up, senior lecturer Peter Waterman says: “The room is fully booked all the time, so that speaks for itself!”

Brompton Technology empowers South Korea’s VIVE STUDIOS

28/11/2023 - Project News

South Korea – Situated in the vibrant, eclectic and ever-evolving metropolis of Seoul, VIVE STUDIOS specialises in visual AI-based metaverse content, leveraging cutting-edge technologies to shape the future of virtual production, virtual humans, hyper-realistic immersive content and CGI. Part of its innovative offering is a state-of-the-art 1,200sqm virtual production facility featuring a large LED wall powered by industry ‘gold-standard’ Brompton Technology LED processing.

BikeFest Spain hoping to beat 2023 record in January

28/11/2023 - Event News

Spain – Following a record-breaking 2023 ride, BikeFest returns to Spain for the third year from 26-28 January 2024, cycling 360km towards ISE in Barcelona. Last year, the BikeFest team raised an incredible £50,000 for industry charity Backup Tech, and they hope to go even further this year.

Sussex Events field TORUS 8 hybrid for Turner Prize launch in Eastbourne

28/11/2023 - Production News

UK – Martin Audio partners, Sussex Events, recently fielded their TORUS 8 constant curvature hybrid PA for the launch of this year’s Turner Prize.

Leyard Europe helps Frandroid’s new TV studio deliver best of tech news

27/11/2023 - Project News

France – Since 2008, French news platform Frandroid has been dedicated to disseminating information on innovation and supporting its readers throughout the entire lifecycle of their technological product purchases. At the core of the company’s DNA lies a commitment to delivering up-to-the-minute news on cutting-edge technologies while ensuring that viewers fully understand these latest tech innovations. Located in the heart of Paris, Frandroid recently acquired a state-of-the-art Leyard VEM1.8 LED solution, installed by experienced integrator, Solutions Audiovisuelles (SAV). The new LED display is a part of the Frandroid’s new web TV studio, which was created to further expand the company’s global viewership.

Explore the latest in Obsidian lighting control innovation at LDI 2023

27/11/2023 - Event News

USA – Lighting designers, programmers and operators have increasingly discovered the benefits of Obsidian’s accessible and intuitive lighting control brand and are invited to explore the latest innovations 3-5 December at Booth #1342 at the 2023 LDI tradeshow in Las Vegas. Visitors to LDI will have a chance to demo both hardware and PC systems, including the NX1, Obsidian’s scalable, full-featured lighting console that has propelled the ONYX platform's popularity to new heights. A compact, motorised fader wing, the NXP, as well as a small USB-powered control surface for ONYX, the NXK, both ideal companions to the NX1 console, will also be on display.

Outline’s GTO is Sound Commercial Choice for Leading Turkish Production Supplier

27/11/2023 - Business News

Turkey – Established in 1993, Istanbul-based By Sound Creative Technics provides technical production rental services throughout Turkey and neighbouring regions, supplying top-class sound, lighting and stage equipment for a diverse range of events.

LDR to Showcase New Products at LDI 2023

27/11/2023 - Event News

USA – LDI is one of the world’s leading trade shows in the professional lighting sector, taking place each November amongst the bright lights of Las Vegas. The scheduling of this year’s show has been delayed by a couple of weeks to avoid overlapping with the Formula 1 Grand Prix, with the exhibition section of the show taking place from 3rd to 5th December 2023. The show will be held at the Las Vegas Convention Center’s West Hall.

Exciting News – Showlight to Return Soon

27/11/2023 - Event News

Showlight has announced that it is back and will return soon! Following the enforced postponement of Showlight 2023 and a bumpy ride during the pandemic, the committee has reassembled, invigorated and forging forward to the next in the series of this unique industry-favourite networking event.

Ayrton Diablo lights Charles Tante at Denmark’s Fredericia Musicalteater

27/11/2023 - Production News

Denmark – Arvid Müller's Charles Tante, the perennial favourite classic Danish comedy film based on the 1892 play Charley’s Aunt by Brandon Thomas, has been reborn as a brand new stage musical by Mads Æbeløe Nielsen, Nikolaj Tarp, Claus Reenberg and Rob Hartmann.

District 5 Colourises Band Camino’s Screaming in the Dark Tour with Chauvet Professional

27/11/2023 - Production News

USA – Colour has always been “a huge part of our design process.” Dayne deHaven says of the work that he and his collaborator at the District 5 design studio, Tyler Shapard, have been doing for The Band Camino. Fans of the red-hot rock-pop trio would readily agree; the band’s music is so evocative that each song calls out for its own distinct colour signature.

Stonex announced as key distributor for Hog 4 consoles in Spain

27/11/2023 - Business News

Spain – ETC distributor Stonex has announced the addition of the Hog 4 line of consoles to its portfolio. The announcement establishes Stonex as an important player in the distribution of the Hog product family in Spain.

Robe is Hot at Medusa Festival

24/11/2023 - Production News

Spain – Spain’s Medusa festival offers a sizzling DJ line up from all around the world embracing a lively mix of dance genres in a fantastic seaside location at Cullera beach in Valencia by the mouth of the Jucar River. The 2023 event was enjoyed by over 250,000 people across six days of sun, smiles and superlative music.

HydraPanels Highlight Versuni Awards Commercial

24/11/2023 - Production News

The Netherlands – Ryan Schaminee is a Netherlands-based freelance gaffer and lighting console operator who also works internationally on a wide variety of commercial, television and some film projects, utilising various Astera products almost every day.

Audio Precision Introduces New APx516B Audio Analyzer

24/11/2023 - Equipment News

Audio Precision, a brand of Axiometrix Solutions, has launched the new APx516B audio analyser. Tailored for R&D, production testing and other audio engineering applications, the APx516B offers comprehensive analogue and digital audio testing in a versatile and affordable package.

Digital Projection and Artabesk map the infinite tales of Bulgari Serpenti

24/11/2023 - Production News

UAE – Italian luxury fashion house Bulgari recently relied on the power, brightness and reliability of Digital Projection’s TITAN and M-Vision range to give Dubai’s iconic Gate Building a serpentine makeover in celebration of the 75th anniversary of its Serpenti iconic collection.

Tensor Go Hits the Right Notes for Tal Jones

24/11/2023 - Production News

UK - Emerging singer-songwriter Tal Jones covers all the bases when it comes to developing his music career. A Songwriting graduate of BIMM London, the 22-year-old is now based in Cardiff where he is a member of up-and-coming Welsh band Hudo. The band has recently launched itself onto the live scene with a number of successful festival appearances and has already enjoyed airplay from leading DJ Huw Stephens.

PLASA Member AGM returned to London

24/11/2023 - Business News

UK – PLASA recently hosted the 2023 Member AGM at the Victory Services Club in London, for an afternoon of friendly networking and business insights.

Full Production raises the game for Treetop Golf

24/11/2023 - Project News

UK – Full Production, the Berkshire-based specialist in the design and delivery of world-class entertainment technology solutions, has lived up to its name with the design and installation of the latest Treetop Golf destination. Sited at Metrocentre shopping centre in Gateshead, the new themed attraction includes over 400 luminaires and an immersive audio system with 140 loudspeakers.

Alex Mungal Creates Galactic Looks for Motionless in White with Chauvet Professional

24/11/2023 - Production News

Canada – Alex Mungal readily admits it: he can get pretty nerdy when it comes to Star Trek. Metal music fans who packed venues in 33-cities for Motionless in White’s just-concluded Touring The End Of The World tour of North America can readily understand why.

Showtec Lights Up Don’t Look Down for Channel 4's Stand Up to Cancer

24/11/2023 - Production News

UK – The recent Channel 4 reality show ‘Don't Look Down’ brought together nine courageous celebrities for a thrilling six-week adventure in support of Stand Up to Cancer. The show, hosted by Paddy McGuinness, followed these stars on a journey to conquer their fear of heights through vertigo-inducing high wire training. The grand finale took place at the iconic London Stadium, where the contestants faced a heart-pounding tightrope relay challenge, 100ft high and 650ft across. Limelite Lighting installed a large number of Showtec Helix S5000 Q4 LED washers to provide light throughout the stadium’s grandstands and around the pitch.

Andrew Liddle lights New Order European Tour with Elation Excalibur

23/11/2023 - Production News

Europe – Andrew Liddle, the longstanding designer for New Order since the band's emergence from Joy Division in the early '80s, turned to Elation’s powerful Proteus Excalibur narrow-beam moving head to create stunning, laser-complementary lighting on the band’s recent tour across mainland Europe and the UK. Recognised as one of the most influential bands of its era, New Order continues to enhance its legacy, captivating audiences with a timeless fusion of music and visually gripping performances.

Poupet Festival on the right tracks thanks to Naostage

23/11/2023 - Production News

France – K SYSTEM, the world’s first automatic, beaconless 3D tracking system for live experiences, earned rave reviews from performers, technical staff and visitors alike this summer at various festivals and the popular Poupet Festival, with its 100,000 punters over 14 days was no exception.

The ALPD Lumiere Scheme 2024

23/11/2023 - Training & Standards News

UK - Established by the ALPD in 2015, the Lumière Scheme is an exciting professional development programme that provides pathways into the industry for emerging lighting practitioners and designers.

Revamping the Soundscape at Banana Block with Martin Audio

23/11/2023 - Project News

UK - Nestled in the heart of East Belfast, Banana Block, a captivating community space, made its debut in October 2021 as a part of an extensive neighbourhood revitalisation initiative. A thriving ecosystem of local talents and diverse activities, this dynamic venue stands as a living testament to the area's storied past.

PROLIGHTS selects Brompton Technology for cutting-edge KappaPix LED screens

23/11/2023 - Production News

Italian manufacturer of lighting and video technology, PROLIGHTS, has chosen industry-leading Brompton LED processing for its recently introduced KappaPix LED screen series. Designed for virtual production and XR applications in the film and television industry, the KappaPix series serves as PROLIGHTS' flagship LED screen.

Concept K Brings Added Energy to African Super Cup with Chauvet Professional

22/11/2023 - Production News

Saudi Arabia – It came as a surprise to many when USM Alger of Algeria upset heavily favoured Al Ahly SC of Egypt at the TotalEnergies CAF Super Cup 2023 to be crowned the king of African football.

Robe Has Big Presence at Lollapalooza Berlin

22/11/2023 - Production News

Germany – The 2023 Lollapalooza Berlin event at Olympiapark in the heart of the city was notable for a sizzling artist lineup as well as being a major Robe moving light installation, with almost 500 Robe fixtures: over 75 on the Alternative Stage, over 125 on Main Stage North and over 250 on Main Stage South, plus some on Perry’s stage.

ISE 2024 is ‘Your Destination for Innovation’ in Pro AV and Systems Integration

22/11/2023 - Event News

Spain – Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) will return to Barcelona (30 January – 2 February 2024) as the most comprehensive exhibition for the pro AV and systems integration sectors and is set to raise the bar once again.

Summer Well festival brought to life by over 300 GLP fixtures

22/11/2023 - Production News

Romania – One of Romania’s most popular festivals, the three-day Summer Well event, recently celebrated its 12th edition in spectacular style.

A.C. Entertainment Technologies Video Division Expands Product Portfolio

22/11/2023 - Business News

UK – A.C. Entertainment Technologies (AC-ET) continues to reinforce its position as a leading provider of cutting-edge video solutions by introducing a notable addition to its already impressive portfolio: PIXELHUE.

HIVE brings the wonders of our planet to life at the BBC Earth Experience Melbourne

22/11/2023 - Project News

Australia – BBC Earth Experience is an immersive exhibition that promises to transport visitors on a journey through the natural world, narrated by none other than the legendary David Attenborough. Following the popularity of the inaugural BBC Earth Experience in London, the attraction has recently opened a second site at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre. HIVE’s BeeBlade and BeeBox products were chosen to bring this captivating experience to life through seamless media playback.

PMC Helps Fluid Mastering Replicate its Much Loved Monitoring System

22/11/2023 - Project News

UK – When audio professionals invest in PMC monitors they become part of the PMC family and, as such, PMC will always try to help if one of its ‘family members’ decides to rebuild their facility or relocate elsewhere.

Modern audio meets ancient architecture in Nanxun

22/11/2023 - Project News

China – Nanxun Ancient Town, one of China's six renowned ancient towns south of the Yangtze River, is a repository of cultural riches. Considered one of the best-preserved ancient towns in the region, Nanxun dates back to the South Song Dynasty and is home to over 750 years of history and architecture. Both international and national tourists flock to Nanxun to experience the magic of yesteryear and a recent night tour project aimed to elevate the visitor experience through the installation of a light and sound solution. KGEAR, part of the Italian-based K-array group, was chosen to provide an audio solution that could deliver reliable, high-quality audio in an outdoor environment.

EY recognises Genelec owners with Family Entrepreneurs of the Year Award

21/11/2023 - Event News

Finland – Genelec owners Juho, Maria and Mikko Martikainen have been selected as the 2023 Family Entrepreneurs of the Year by EY, the global accounting and advisory firm, in their annual Entrepreneur of the Year competition in Finland. Fifty-five Finnish growth companies participated this year, in a contest which rewards entrepreneurs who inspire others with their vision, leadership and achievements.

Elation to empower the creative spirit at LDI 2023

21/11/2023 - Event News

USA – Elation will continue to push the boundaries in entertainment lighting at the upcoming LDI tradeshow in Las Vegas with a string of premiere product launches designed to empower the creative spirit. Lighting professionals are invited to Elation Booth #1342 3-5 December at the Las Vegas Convention Center to see first-hand a line-up of trend-setting solutions that blend the art of light with the science of lighting innovation.

Electro-Voice MTS install delivers precision audio coverage at Glynn County Stadium

21/11/2023 - Project News

USA – Located in Brunswick, Georgia, Glynn County Stadium is a busy venue, being home to both the Brunswick Pirates and the Glynn Academy Red Terrors varsity football teams. The 12,000-seater is setting a new standard for game-day sound quality in the region, thanks to an Electro-Voice and Dynacord system installation by AV East, also based in Brunswick.

elektraLite Paints the Town Red – and Other Colours – with Paint Can IP65

21/11/2023 - Equipment News

Since its debut in 2006, elektraLite’s Paint Can spot/wash hybrid fixture has been praised as a cost-effective, multi-purpose workhorse. Following an update in 2019 that added a 200 Watt Japanese COB LED offering a CRI of 95, the Paint Can has now become even more versatile with the new release of an IP65-rated version perfect for use anywhere, including outdoors.

Dodd Technologies Adds Claypaky Skylos Fixtures to its Inventory

21/11/2023 - Production News

USA – Pendleton, Indiana’s Dodd Technologies, Inc, specialising in large special event and broadcast production and equipment rentals, has invested in 16 Claypaky Skylos versatile, laser-source searchlights. The new fixtures enhance an inventory that includes Claypaky Stormy colour changing strobe lights.

Ayrton’s Huracán LT and Diablo for premiere of Another Brick in The Wall – Part 5 at Denmark’s Østre Gasværk Theatre.

21/11/2023 - Production News

Denmark – The historic Østre Gasværk Theatre in Copenhagen is the first theatre in the world to secure the rights to produce, conceptualise and perform Another Brick in The Wall – Part 5 as a piece of musical theatre. Based on the legendary Pink Floyd double album of 1979, which is still the third largest grossing album in the US, almost 45 years after its release – Another Brick in The Wall, Part 5 is an extension of the three original album tracks: Part 1, 2, 3 and Part 4 that was enacted as an opera in Montreal in 2017.

Introducing the new Showtec Stellar Series

21/11/2023 - Equipment News

Showtec announces the launch of its new Stellar Series, a range of affordable effect machines that combine a blend of trusted technology and intuitive design to create the desired effect at a moment’s notice.

Martin Audio CDD arrives at Sesame Place

21/11/2023 - Project News

USA – Located outside Philadelphia, PA, Sesame Place is a theme park and water park based entirely on the Sesame Street TV series. It is one of 12 theme parks operated in the US by SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment.

A DiGiCo Quantum225 Double Play for Ian Munsick on Tour

20/11/2023 - Production News

USA – Since he signed with Warner Music Nashville in 2021, Wyoming native Ian Munsick’s star has risen rapidly. He’s earned more than 100 million global streams and been named one of Spotify’s inaugural Hot Country Artists to Watch. A very contemporary country artist (he’s been compared to both Chris LeDoux and Post Malone) his mile-high tenor delivers self-penned songs that conjure equal parts epic adventure and down-to-earth wisdom.

Robe Lighting France to Distribute Avolites in France

20/11/2023 - Business News

France – As previously announced, Robe Lighting s.r.o. has now acquired lighting and digital media control brand Avolites.

Over 100 Chauvet Professional Fixtures Shine on Junior H Sad Boys USA Tour

20/11/2023 - Production News

USA – A lot can happen in a month. Just ask Antonio Herrera Pérez, better known to the world as Mexican music superstar Junior H. A few short years ago, as a high school student in Utah, the Guanajuato-born musician-singer uploaded some of his work on YouTube as “a hobby.” The daily flow of life then caused the teenager to step away from social media for one month. When he returned, his song "No He Cambiado," had more than two million views!

Steven Douglas Chooses Versatile Claypaky Volero Wave Fixtures and the Panify Solution for Hozier’s “Unreal Unearth” Tour

20/11/2023 - Production News

USA – Ireland-based lighting and production designer Steven Douglas selected Claypaky Volero Wave fixtures and the Panify solution for Hozier’s “Unreal Unearth” tour, whose North American leg wrapped up in November.

zactrack SMART Gives a Big Followspot Look to Premiere of “Run Bambi Run” at Milwaukee Rep

20/11/2023 - Production News

USA – Milwaukee Rep’s world premiere of the musical “Run Bambi Run,” featuring the city’s most infamous femme fatale, utilised a zactrack SMART automated follow system during its 13 September – 22 October run at downtown’s Milwaukee Repertory Theater. ACT Entertainment is the exclusive distributor of zactrack in North America.

Elation, 4Wall, and Paradox team up on momentous Power Trip rock festival

20/11/2023 - Production News

USA – The first ever Power Trip music festival was considered epic before it even took place! Why? Because six of the world’s most legendary heavy metal and hard rock bands in history gathered to play on one stage, and 4Wall, Paradox and Elation had the honour of lighting the event.

Robe for St Stephen’s Day Spectacle in Budapest

17/11/2023 - Production News

Hungary – Robe moving lights were used in three major locations for the massive 2023 St. Stephen's Day celebrations in Budapest, a public holiday celebrating the foundation of the Hungarian state more than 1000 years ago, which this year attracted over 1.5 million spectators to the banks of the River Danube watch the main large format projection and drone show.

Valentin Lemarquier Adds to Nuit du BAL’s Electric Mood with Chauvet Professional

17/11/2023 - Production News

France – Wine is king in France … unless one happens to find oneself in beautiful Hauts-de-France near the border with Belgium. Thanks to its Flemish roots, the region has a strong beer culture, as evidenced by its myriad local microbreweries. 

PMC Launches Multichannel Amp for Immersive Audio Applications

17/11/2023 - Equipment News

UK manufacturer PMC has launched a new multichannel amplifier specifically designed to meet the needs of the professional immersive audio and home cinema markets requiring multiple speakers.

DiGiCo installed at centre of 2.2m Euro refurbishment at Vilnius Theatre “Lėlė” (Lithuanian State Puppet Theatre)

17/11/2023 - Project News

Lithuania – Lithuania’s renowned state puppet theatre has undergone a largescale technical refurbishment valuing over 2.2 million euros in its Grand Hall, selecting a DiGiCo mixing console to sit at the centre of a new audio system, with the aim of enabling more complex and high-profile productions.

Leyard Europe dazzles the seas on unique museum-boat, ARTEXPLORER

17/11/2023 - Project News

Europe – Expertly designed by Axel de Beaufort and Guillaume Verdier and the first of its kind, ARTEXPLORER is soon to set sail on a breath-taking and immersive journey. As a project that encompasses both culture and environment, it aims to raise awareness of contemporary issues by utilising a revolutionary LED tunnel, made possible by world-leading visualisation technology specialists, Leyard Europe.

InnScreen D2 Series: Latest LED Display Technology

17/11/2023 - Equipment News

Innlights Displaysolutions is launching a new LED product on the market. The new InnScreen D2-Series with 2.6mm pixel pitch is based on the innovative Mini LED 4-in-1 technology with InnVision 5GBit processing. The D-Series LED panels can also be used creatively: Curved setups, 90° over-corner solutions and ‘round-corner’ projects can be implemented to perfection. One highlight is the latter round-corner LED panels, which have a cylindrical 90° bend with 96 pixels at a standard module height of 500mm. For example, LED cylinders with a diameter of just 320mm or LED columns of any size with rounded corner elements can be created. The Mini LED 4-in-1 technology used is characterised by a very high contrast ratio of 19,500 to 1 with a large horizontal viewing angle of 160°. This enables the best possible viewing of the LED screen across corners, for example for 3D visualisations. Together with the very high refresh rate of 7,680Hz, the D2 series is perfect for virtual film productions with refresh rates of up to 260fps. With the InnScreen D2, data transmission is possible with 5GBit, so that the cabling of the data lines is reduced to 20 percent with improved video performance. At the same time, Innlights developed the first InnVision LED controllers for the European market with a 5GBit connection. The new controller series is available in the versions InnVision SCL 5G, InnVision SCXL 5G and InnVision SCXL 5G Pro. The latter version allows direct connection to an SMPTE 2110 environment to enable even better quality directly, natively and without conversion. This video controller enables up to 16 x 5G etherCON outputs and up to 14 x 4K inputs. Thomas Klem, managing director of Innlights Displaysolutions, is enthusiastic: "With the new InnScreen D2-Series and the new powerful InnVision 5G controllers, 3D conversions and virtual productions in every dimension are possible in addition to large high-resolution LED screens. We will be showcasing this new technology and other LED products for festivals at the "Future of Festivals" trade fair at our partner stand with Kultour.

Prosound strengthens its newly launched Cape Town office with the appointment of Leletu Manzini

17/11/2023 - People News

South Africa – Prosound has announced the appointment of Leletu Manzini in the role of technical sales. Leletu is permanently based at our newly launched Cape Town office at The Waterfront, Western Cape.

Crafting the creative canvas with Elation’s new KL CYC

16/11/2023 - Equipment News

Introducing Elation's KL CYC, an expressive LED cyc light and footlight fixture meticulously crafted for the discerning lighting designer. Harmonising artistic expression with cutting-edge technology, the KL CYC seamlessly transforms any space into a creative canvas for dynamic storytelling. Tailored for smooth and evenly illuminated cycloramas, sets, or wall washing applications, the KL CYC boasts an efficient asymmetrical reflector design to achieve perfect blends of diffused light, enhancing the overall aesthetics of the stage and covering significant heights with ease.

Introducing the ROE Calculator App

16/11/2023 - Equipment News

ROE Visual has announced the release of its groundbreaking ROE Calculator APP. This cutting-edge application is a complete upgrade of the previous ballast calculator and has added many new and exciting options to create essential technical calculations for LED screens. With a comprehensive suite of tools that include ballast calculation, pixel and resolution calculation, power requirement analysis and much more, the ROE Calculator APP will become the ultimate tool for LED technicians, whether on-site or in the preparation stages of a production.

Iluminarc Brings New Beauty-Building Tools to LiGHT23

16/11/2023 - Event News

UK – The most exquisite designs are those that seem to spring naturally from their surroundings. But as every designer knows, beauty never happens by accident. Behind every great creation lies many unsung heroes, among them are the tools that enable inspired designers to achieve their vision.

Clair Global elevates Cohesion to fully supported enterprise

16/11/2023 - Business News

USA – Clair Global has announced Cohesion’s transformation from loudspeaker series to fully supported product development and manufacturing organisation within the greater Clair Global Group. Cohesion was originally launched as a private brand available exclusively through Clair’s rental division, but based on its overwhelming success and subsequent market demand, Cohesion is now also available to exclusive installations worldwide.

MayCo, LLC Appointed US Distributor for Analog Way

16/11/2023 - Business News

USA – Analog Way has named MayCo, LLC in Crofton, Maryland as a distributor of the full range of Analog Way products for the US rental and staging market. 

Compact Form, Accurate Sound: Yamaha Welcomes the HS3 and HS4 to its Powered Monitor Family

16/11/2023 - Equipment News

Yamaha has announced the introduction of its new HS3 and HS4 powered studio monitors, bringing the signature sound of the HS series to the widest possible range of creators, editors and producers, with no compromise on quality or flexibility.

Two For The Road: Big Daddy Weave Takes a Pair of DiGiCo Quantum225 Desks on Tour

15/11/2023 - Production News

USA – Nashville-based band Big Daddy Weave has been raising the roof and bringing down the house on their ongoing 2023 Heaven Changes Everything Tour. The Dove Award winners – including founding members Mike Weaver, Joe Shirk, and Jeremy Redmon, who met at the University of Mobile and formed the band in 1998, along with the newer rhythm section of Brian Beihl and Raul Jose Alfonso – have long been popular and enduring staples of the Contemporary Christian Music universe.

Obsidian lighting control marches on with European “Train the Trainer” workshops

15/11/2023 - Business News

The Netherlands – Obsidian Control Systems recently conducted back-to-back training sessions at its European headquarters in Kerkrade, The Netherlands, aimed at training its European distributors on the specifics of the intuitive ONYX lighting control platform. The sessions were specifically designed to springboard an Obsidian awareness campaign starting with a unique programme to Train the Trainers.

Ayrton launches IP65 Rivale Profile – Light is Right

15/11/2023 - Equipment News

Ayrton is excited to announce the official launch of its new IP65-rated Rivale Profile, the next in its Classical IP65 3 Series, and the first ultra-equipped luminaire in Ayrton’s brand new ‘ULTIMATE’ series. All ULTIMATE models are perfectly homothetic, sharing common features and delivering previously unimaginable weight-to-output ratios.

Chauvet Professional Channels Intensity on Nothing More’s Spirits Tour

15/11/2023 - Production News

USA – Seeing Nothing More live is “an experience that is hard to put into words,” one music critic wrote after going to the St. Petersburg show on the Grammy nominated band’s recently-concluded Spirits Tour. That’s true, but terms like in your face, riveting, adrenaline-pumping, and emotionally transformative, do come pretty close to capturing the onslaught of sensations that rush through the heart and brain at one of this uber-talented quartet’s multi-faceted concerts.

Royal Danish Opera Invests in Robe FORTES

15/11/2023 - Project News

Denmark - The Royal Danish Opera in Copenhagen has invested in 80 new Robe FORTE luminaires in a package featuring 32 FORTE Profiles, 34 FORTE Fresnels, four FORTE FollowSpots and ten iFORTE (IP rated) moving lights, as part of a technical upgrade to ensure that this high-profile venue can offer its productions and creative teams the most appropriate and sustainable technologies to create and craft their art.

EM launches R5 with week-long Demo Event

15/11/2023 - Event News

UK – British manufacturer of professional audio solutions, EM Acoustics, recently held a week-long demo event at their factory nestled amongst the scenic Surrey landscapes. The event, which took place in late October, focused on the launch of EM’s new R5 loudspeaker and was also a celebration of the brand’s 21st anniversary.

ABTT announces new and re-appointed Trustees at Annual General Meeting at Woolwich Works

15/11/2023 - People News

UK - This year, the Association of British Theatre Technicians’ Annual General Meeting and Council Election Announcement took place at the landmark venue Woolwich Works, London on the 31st October 2023.

Wired Masters Opens A PMC-equipped Atmos Mixing Studio

15/11/2023 - Project News

UK - Kevin Grainger and Cass Irvine, the acclaimed mixing and mastering duo behind Wired Masters, have opened a new studio facility in south London that includes a state-of-the-art Dolby Atmos music mixing room equipped with a PMC monitoring system.

Giulia Calani joins GLP in sales and partner relationship manager role

15/11/2023 - People News

Germany – With the addition of experienced industry professional Giulia Calani, GLP is strengthening its resources on two fronts.

PTP Live Grows its Ayrton Lighting Inventory with Argo 6 FX Fixtures

15/11/2023 - Production News

USA – Nashville-based PTP Live has invested in 60 Ayrton Argo 6 FX lights for its live production work for music, festival and corporate clients and to bolster its rental inventory of lighting and video equipment. ACT Entertainment is the exclusive distributor of Ayrton fixtures in North America.

Bridging Continents with Innovation: ISE 2024 Unveils European / Latin American AV Summit

15/11/2023 - Event News

Spain – High-tech innovation in Europe and Latin America is paving the way for unprecedented collaboration and commerce between the two vibrant regions. The world’s premier destination for innovation, Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) will be exploring these opportunities in a new summit on 30-31 January 2024. The groundbreaking European / Latin American AV Summit (ELAS), supported by ACCIO-Catalonia Trade & Investment, promises to unite government representatives, thought leaders, and industry giants to foster understanding, strengthen connections and ignite innovation across continents.

The Crew and Clear-Com: Modern Broadcasting with the Latest Technology

15/11/2023 - Project News

The Netherlands – Clear-Com and The Crew BV come together to bring the latest OB van technology to take on their variety of programmes and set locations. Based in Nederhorst den Berg, close to the broadcasting centre of the Netherlands in Hilversum, The Crew BV has a refreshing view on broadcasting. Focused on the skills and talent of their people, they seek out the best equipment and tools to accomplish their wide variety of work.

Vivitek Projectors Create Stunning Projection Experiences with Sala Immersiva’s Scenographic Project

15/11/2023 - Production News

Italy – Vivitek, the visual display brand for all meeting spaces, has announced that its DU8395Z, DU9800Z and DU9900Z projectors have been chosen for use in stunning immersive projection experiences created by Playartmultimedia. The scenographic project has been enlivening events ranging from private wedding events to public town activities in over 150 venues across Italy.

Argo Visual relies on Brompton Technology processing for high-profile Indonesian events

15/11/2023 - Production News