News Archive for April 2025
Chauvet Professional Helps IPS and Limited Edition Event Design Tell Story of Mickey 17 at Premiere
30/04/2025 - Production News
UK – Academy Award winning director Bong Joon Ho tells interviewers that his latest film, “Mickey 17”, a futuristic dystopian tale about an intrepid journey made by “expendable” beings to colonise a distant ice planet is, at its core, an exploration into the “human condition.” Fascinated by his gripping work, critics infer different meanings from the film’s message, which is, at turns, serious and comic, but there was no doubt in anyone’s mind about the “condition” of the large crowd of humans who attended the film’s premiere at Leicester Square: it was pure joy!
A Moving Canvas: VLHive Debuts on The Wombats’ European Tour
30/04/2025 - Production News
UK – Indie rock icons The Wombats are currently touring the UK and Europe with a bold new visual identity, powered by the first touring deployment of the VLHive 151 Digital FX lighting fixture from Vari-Lite, originators of the modern moving head lighting fixture and a Signify entertainment lighting brand. The show has been designed by lighting designer Rosie Haigh, who is also Vari-Lite business development manager at Signify. Haigh’s design embraces a dynamic, textural approach that brings the band’s latest album, Oh! The Ocean, vividly to life on stage, without a single LED screen in sight!
Claypaky Fixtures Support World Premiere of “Oresteia” by The St. Gallen Dance Company in Switzerland
30/04/2025 - Production News
Switzerland – Basel-based lighting and scenic designer Lukas Marian chose Claypaky Tambora Batten Squares and Sinfonya Profile 600 fixtures for the world premiere of "Oresteia.” The dance production by choreographers Frank Fannar Pedersen and Javier Rodriguez Cobos debuted with the St. Gallen Dance Company at the Konzert & Theater St. Gallen, Switzerland.
ORIA V1.2 Software Integrates with Stream Deck and EUCON
30/04/2025 - Equipment News
Audient has announced ORIA Control V1.2 software, a major update expanding the remote control options of the award-winning immersive audio interface and monitor controller. New and existing ORIA customers can now use Elgato Stream Deck and Avid EUCON to control their units, in addition to iPad Control.
Serpro FORTE-fies for the Future
29/04/2025 - Production News
Mexico – Based in the thriving commercial and industrial centre of Monterrey, the capital of the state of Nuevo Leon in north-eastern Mexico and occupying 7,000 square metres of warehouse space, Serpro Producciones is Mexico's largest, most active and most important technical production company, offering lighting, audio, rigging, stage and backline rentals.
Unusual Rigging Launches Sustainability Review Project with Hope Solutions
29/04/2025 - Business News
UK – Unusual Rigging is undertaking a pioneering sustainability initiative that aims to embed environmental and social sustainability across its operations and supply chain. With ambitions that extend beyond internal improvements, the project is designed to identify key areas for action aligned with recognised industry frameworks.
Optimal Audio marries simplicity with audio harmony at Blackbrook Barns
29/04/2025 - Project News
UK – Bespoke wedding and events venue, Blackbrook Barns found its perfect match in the Optimal Audio ecosystem which married its need for a simple to use system with the delivery of a diverse range of audio styles – from the soft melodies of a ceremony to lively evening celebrations – across the multi-zoned venue.
Frderyki 2025 Awards show: Powered by five DiGiCo Quantum consoles
29/04/2025 - Production News
Poland – Fryderyki 2025 is Poland’s most prestigious music awards ceremony. The gala performance held in April 2025, was the culmination of a celebration that spanned Poland. Held in the Tauron Arena in Kraków, the show was built around the power of DiGiCo Quantum consoles, with four Quantum 338s for front of house and monitor mixing, plus an addition Quantum 225 dedicated to public speaking and host mixes. The entire system was supplied by Brawlers, the audio production company owned by Remigiusz Kasztelnik, who was also on site to produce the audio for the event.
Martin Audio WPS provides power, coverage and simplicity at UMW’s Dodd Auditorium
29/04/2025 - Project News
USA – Situated in Fredericksburg, VA, the 1200-seat multipurpose Dodd Auditorium at the University of Mary Washington (UMW), has been treated to a new, fully DSP-optimised Wavefront Precision line array from Martin Audio.
Grupo Zónico Brings Outline Newton to Venezuela
28/04/2025 - Business News
Venezuela – Grupo Zónico, a leading name in event production and entertainment technology with over 20 years of experience, has been appointed as the official distributor of the Outline Newton audio processor in Venezuela. This partnership strengthens the company’s position in the market, bringing world-class signal management technology to local professionals; technology already relied upon by top-tier international tours, festivals, and concerts.
Concept K Innovates at Dystopia Festival with Chauvet Professional
28/04/2025 - Production News
France – Learn the rules like a pro, so you can break them like an artist, Pablo Picaso once advised. Wise words from a creative genius. Kelian Sevrée and the team at Concept K embrace that concept and they proved its merit in stunning fashion at the 2025 Dystopia festivals, held in two separate locations, Mulhouse and Rennes.
Showlight 2025 – Language is no barrier
28/04/2025 - Event News
France – The Showlight quadrennial is a rare event that you do not want to miss. Three days of lighting professionals networking and exchanging ideas, listening to speakers at the top of their profession, all in the beautiful setting of Dijon, France. This unique gathering only happens once every four years and it’s for everyone.
Litecom Puts Robe on the Rig
25/04/2025 - Production News
Denmark – Litecom, one of Denmark’s leading lighting, visual and rigging rental companies and a major supplier in all broadcast areas: music, games shows, entertainment plus multiple sports events including e-sports tournaments, has made a massive investment in new Robe moving lights.
Jack Thomas Makes Personality Shine in Every Song for Bayside with Chauvet Professional
25/04/2025 - Production News
USA – When you think about it, fingerprints are an everyday miracle. There are over 8.2 billion people in the world. All of them have fingerprints, but no two sets are exactly alike, a tribute, no doubt, to our wonderful uniqueness.
K-array is Big in Music at Life City Church
25/04/2025 - Project News
UK – Life City Church is a modern, vibrant, multicultural church based in the heart of south London. Music plays a huge part in the daily worship, with live bands regularly providing a focus for Sunday meetings, supported by a new sound reinforcement system from K-array, supplied by Audio Related Technology.
Quantum 338 delivers flexibility and stability for Nina Chuba’s year of live shows
25/04/2025 - Production News
Europe – 2024 was an amazing year for Nina Chuba and 2025 is set to be even busier, with a summer of festival appearances already scheduled. Her first large-scale arena tour, starting in October 2025, has sold-out for most dates. Christopher Plaschke (pictured) has been Nina’s front of house engineer since the beginning of her live career. In 2023, he also took on the role of production manager, switching to DiGiCo consoles and sticking with them for every show he has done since.
Flicker-Free Invests in Astera
25/04/2025 - Production News
South Africa – Cape Town-based Flicker-Free Lighting Rentals is an energetic new lighting rental and dry hire company headed by Jason Watts which is geared towards offering the region’s buoyant film, TV, commercial and event industry premium lighting solutions.
Lost Horizon Productions Powers Meow Wolf Denver with Funktion-One Sound
25/04/2025 - Production News
USA – When world-renowned immersive arts collective Meow Wolf transformed its Convergence Station venue into an unforgettable dance floor experience for the Deep Dark & Dangerous’ ‘Danceportation’ takeover, Lost Horizon Productions was entrusted with delivering exceptional audio to match the venue’s otherworldly setting. The result was a seamless fusion of immersive art and cutting-edge Funktion-One sound.
Intuitive KLANG interface provides pure clarity for theatrical musicians and creative collaborators
25/04/2025 - Production News
UK - Explaining how an essential piece of equipment works can take time and even detract from the creative process it is trying to facilitate. For theatrical sound designer Joerg Gruensfelder, explaining sound system components was an unnecessary distraction and often felt like too much information for musical directors or stage directors who just wanted to get on with the process. Thanks to the intuitive interface of KLANG, complex conversations around orchestral monitoring are a thing of the past. Now, when a musical director puts on their headphones, they do not need an explanation, they can just get on with the job.
Follow-Me 3D sheds light on The Darkness UK Tour
25/04/2025 - Production News
UK – British rock band The Darkness, known for their flamboyant stage presence, falsetto vocals and chart-topping hits like I Believe in a Thing Called Love, has elevated their live performances to new heights with the implementation of a Follow-Me 3D remote followspot system on this spring’s UK tour.
Britannia Row Productions Supplies BRIT Awards for 30th Year
24/04/2025 - Production News
UK – Reinforcing a long-standing relationship built on trusted in-house design capabilities, the BRIT Awards chose to work with Britannia Row for a 30th year.
Claypaky Fixtures Light Up Finland’s UMK 2025 Finale to Choose Eurovision Song Contest Participant
24/04/2025 - Production News
Finland – A large complement of Claypaky Sharpys and Tambora Batten squares illuminated the final qualifying event for Finland’s entry in the Eurovision Song Contest 2025.
Chauvet Professional Helps Howard Hudson Reflect Essence of Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812
24/04/2025 - Production News
UK – An expansive, large, communal celebration of life: that is how composer David Malloy describes War and Peace. But, as is so often the case with all things Tolstoy, there is another side to the story as well. And so, Malloy has also talked about how he admires the great novel for how it “zeros in on these very intimate moments,” and the “minute interactions between two human beings” that run through its pages.
Creating visual magic: Notch Blocks and PIXERA on Hardy’s Quit tour
24/04/2025 - Production News
Austria – Raw Cereal, a renowned global creative production studio, was tasked with designing a bold, immersive visual experience for Hardy's Quit!! tour. With Hardy's evolving musical style blending country, rock and pop, Raw Cereal had to ensure the visual elements matched the energy and variety of his performances. For the second time, they relied on AV Stumpfl's PIXERA media server, known for its flexibility and robust feature set.
3Particle unveils XyperReal Stage: Malaysia’s premier virtual production research and innovation centre, powered by Brompton Technology
24/04/2025 - Project News
Malaysia – 3Particle has launched XyperReal Stage, Malaysia’s premier virtual production research and innovation centre, designed to advance industry knowledge, provide hands-on training and drive innovation in virtual production. This cutting-edge facility integrates Brompton Technology’s advanced LED video processing with PIXREAL’s LED panels using Macroblock driver IC’s, Mo-SYS camera tracking and other industry-leading solutions, creating a state-of-the-art hub for film, television, live events, broadcast media, fixed installations, immersive experiences and location-based entertainment (LBE).
University of Greenwich Bolsters Creative Research Practices with Two New State-of-the-Art Facilities
24/04/2025 - Project News
UK – After receiving a generous grant from the Arts and Humanities Research Council, part of the Creative Research Capabilities Project, Professor Andrew Knight-Hill (Professor of Music and Sound Arts) and Dr Dave Hockham (Associate Head of School Student Success) commissioned the Stage Electrics team for two exciting new installations. This government investment into creative research practices recognises the significant contribution of the creative industries to the UK economy and has sparked innovation in the University of Greenwich’s creative research community. The excitement among students, staff and visitors for previously unimaginable innovation is palpable in each new space. Bathway Theatre: A New Era of Flexibility.
HK Audio delivers the beats for Rock in the Jungle
24/04/2025 - Production News
Malaysia – HK Audio helped to deliver an unforgettable experience at Malaysia’s annual Rock in the Jungle festival. The two-day event brought together a combination of local Malaysian and international rock artists from Indonesia and Singapore who all performed through a COSMO concert sound system on the main stage at the Sarawak Cultural Village.From its humble beginnings nine years ago, Rock in the Jungle has rapidly become an iconic event that is the highlight of the year for local rock fans. Taking place at the end of December as an end of year celebration and organised by Authentic Ideas And Events, the most recent two-day festival featured performances from Wings, Sweet Charity, XPDC, Jemson, Criss X, JS Boys, Edane, Candy, Criss X, Senseless and BNB Band.
Martin Audio’s Luxury move in Cambodia
24/04/2025 - Business News
Cambodia – Martin Audio has announced Luxury Supply Audio & Lighting – one of Cambodia’s leading professional audio and lighting resellers – as its new regional distributor.
Robe Has Time for Slovenian Eurovision
24/04/2025 - Production News
Slovenia – All lighting designers love challenges and none more so than Crt Birsa from design studio Blackout, who fitted nearly 400 lighting fixtures into a 20 by 20 metre space in Studio 1 at the Slovenian National television station – Radiotelevizija Slovenija (RTVSLO) – complex in Ljubljana.
The Profile Awards 5th June – TV Entries
23/04/2025 - Event News
UK - Attention television lighting design teams! Have you submitted one of your broadcasts for a Profile Award? More information can be found at www.profileawards.com/television-categories/ the deadline for TV entries is the 30th April so get to profileawards@stld.org.uk today!
Chauvet Professional Fixtures Dance on Luis Torres's Royal Ball Room Stage at Decadence Festival
23/04/2025 - Production News
USA – When most of us hear the word "ballroom," our minds immediately run to large, elegant spaces with polished floors glittering under the warm lights of a chandelier. But the truth is, a ballroom can pop up anywhere you find people dancing, even within the oval track of the Phoenix Raceway.
Bond Adds Midas Touch for Fish Farewell
23/04/2025 - Production News
Europe – ‘The Road to the Isles’ tour of the UK and Europe saw Scots music legend Fish bid farewell to the live arena. After a 45-year career during which he enjoyed a meteoric rise with rock favourites Marillion, before an action-packed life as a solo artist, the fan-favourite hung up his microphone to retire to a croft in the Outer Hebrides. More than 30 shows in Europe late last year preceded this year’s fourteen-date UK tour which concluded with two sold-out shows in Glasgow.
GLP impression X5 IP Bars play key role in Topdog/Underdog
23/04/2025 - Production News
USA – When experienced theatre LD Jared Sayeg started planning the design for Topdog/Underdog – Suzan Lori-Parks’ darkly comic fable of brotherly love and family identity at the Pasadena Playhouse – he recognised the importance of having fixtures that “could truly accommodate both slow smooth fades and sharp shuttering as well as big strokes of light that engulf the playing space.”
Renkus-Heinz delivers crystal clear sound to the rooftop of The London West Hollywood at Beverly Hills
23/04/2025 - Project News
USA – The London West Hollywood at Beverly Hills stands as a beacon of luxury and refinement, nestled in the heart of one of Los Angeles’ most iconic neighbourhoods. Famed for its blend of classic British elegance and modern Californian style, the hotel offers a range of upscale amenities, from its acclaimed Boxwood restaurant to its exclusive rooftop pool. However, the crown jewel of this property is its West End Rooftop, a sprawling 107ft by 40ft open-air space that serves as a prime venue for high-profile events, weddings and corporate functions.
DiGiCo Quantum 852 and Quantum 7 chosen for Craig David’s busy year of shows
23/04/2025 - Production News
Worldwide – Craig David is a prolific artist and 2024 was a sold-out year of global touring, arena venues, outdoor shows and DJ sets. 2025 sees a UK tour and many more shows across the world. Mixing front of house is Paul Cooper, with Ash Wilkinson on monitors. Both are using DiGiCo Quantum consoles, supplied by UK rental and production company, Major Tom Audio Production. Choosing a Quantum 852 for front of house and Quantum 7 for monitors has given the production total flexibility. Whatever shape the show takes, the team can count on the scalability, reliability and customisation that DiGiCo delivers.
dBS Solutions extends Wavefront Precision box count to 136
23/04/2025 - Production News
UK - In anticipation of a busy summer festival season, Martin Audio partner dBS Solutions has invested further in the Wavefront Precision line array series with the largest format speaker – the WPL – taking their total WP box count to an impressive 136.
Willis Underhill's Diamond Rio Rodeo Show Rides High with ChamSys
22/04/2025 - Production News
USA – As the lighting designer for the multi-platinum Grammy winners Diamond Rio, Willis Underhill has run his dynamic lightshows in a variety of venues from arenas and music halls to festivals. But it's doubtful that any have been quite like the site of his most recent setting when he lit the band's show at the San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo.
Fourier Audio’s transform.engine Makes West End’s Mean Girls Sound, Like, Totally Sweet
22/04/2025 - Production News
UK – It may be “secondary school,” or perhaps the “sixth form” there, but whichever the preferred term, the British experience high school much the same way Americans do: a period of savage class warfare, bad hair days and Euclidian geometry. Small wonder then that Mean Girls has become as much a hit since it opened last June on London’s West End as it was in the States. Complete with Tina Fey’s seminal script, in which The Plastics – Regina, Gretchen, and Karen – rule North Shore High and burn anyone who gets in their way, it’s been reliably selling out the Savoy Theatre because, you know, life is easy – high school is hard.
Clair Global Welcomes Ampco Flashlight Group Into Its Global Network
22/04/2025 - Business News
The Netherlands – Clair Global, a worldwide leader in live event production and technology, is expanding its global footprint by welcoming the Ampco Flashlight Group, a renowned European provider of audio, lighting, rigging and motion solutions to the team. This partnership strengthens Clair's European presence and enhances both companies' ability to deliver seamless, high-calibre experiences worldwide.
Genelec provides the soundtrack to Vietnamese street food in Berlin
17/04/2025 - Project News
Germany – In the heart of Berlin's Mitte district, Monsieur Vuong is a thriving family-run restaurant that has brought authentic Vietnamese cuisine to the German capital. Run by brothers Dat and Tan Vuong, along with family friend Andreas Bodenstein, Monsieur Vuong serves fresh, shareable Vietnamese dishes in a lively, communal setting that is hugely popular with hip Berliners. To further enhance this convivial atmosphere, the management team recently decided to upgrade the restaurant’s sound system and for this they turned to Genelec, a brand they were already familiar with.
Historic Lorain Lighthouse Illuminated Anew with Solaris Urban Lux
17/04/2025 - Project News
USA – The beloved Lorain Lighthouse, a 108-year-old beacon perched on a manmade island in Lake Erie has been brilliantly reborn with a cutting-edge lighting upgrade that beautifully merges preservation with innovation. Through the combined efforts of the Lorain Lighthouse Foundation, ETC, CLI, Vincent Lighting Systems (VLS) and South Shore Electric, this National Historic Landmark now shines in vibrant, colour-changing brilliance, visible from shore and beyond.
WORK PRO's new PulseDrive Series combines compact power with precision sound
17/04/2025 - Equipment News
WORK PRO Audio, the installation and pro audio division of Equipson, has launched the PulseDrive Series, a new range of DSP (digital signal processing) amplifiers consisting of four high-performance models in a compact, easy-to-carry format offering from 300W–1000W per channel to provide total versatility.
grandMA3 Nodes Portfolio in a new Shape
17/04/2025 - Equipment News
MA Lighting has announced that from now on, the grandMA3 Nodes portfolio is presented in a new shape. The former portfolio with plenty of different product options is now reduced to five remaining models that fulfill the needs for all different applications. The well-known high quality and performance together with technical specifications stay exactly the same.
Matt Manix deploys PRODIGY series to ensure success for live and broadcast performances
17/04/2025 - Project News
USA – DirectOut is an industry leader in the field of audio conversion and the PRODIGY series is renowned for its stable and robust solutions for a variety of audio applications. The PRODIGY.MC is a modular audio converter and the device of choice for Matt Manix, owner of Method Audio, a Tennessee-based audio company specialising in recording and producing live music for broadcast.
Leyard LED technology brings Hans Memling exhibition to life in Bruges
17/04/2025 - Project News
Belguim – The historic Sint-Janshospitaal Museum in Bruges has unveiled an innovative digital experience that transforms how visitors engage with the life and works of the Flemish Primitive, Hans Memling, one of the most significant Early Netherlandish painters. The Closer to Memling exhibition is an interactive audiovisual journey that features cutting-edge Leyard LED display technology, creating an immersive environment in the museum's medieval attic space.
Drichos Celebrates Chinese Man's "We've Been Here Before" Tour with ChamSys
16/04/2025 - Production News
France – "We've Been Here Before." It is indeed a well-chosen name for Chinese Man's latest album and current tour, which in many respects is a 20-year retrospective of the iconic trio's career and their profound influence on music, an influence that is felt well beyond their signature hip hop sound and their native France.
High End TV Selects Lawo mc²56 MkIII for Flagship Production Truck “Symphony”
16/04/2025 - Project News
USA – High End TV, a leading provider of mobile broadcast and recording services, has reinforced its commitment to audio excellence with the installation of a Lawo mc²56 MkIII console in its flagship mobile production truck, Symphony. Designed for high-end concert and event as well as cinematic production, Symphony delivers an uncompromising audio workflow, with Lawo technology at its core.
Backup Tech celebrates three brand new partners
16/04/2025 - Business News
The live events industry is full of passionate caring people who go above and beyond, and Backup Partners are a shining example of just that. During 2024, Backup welcomed three new companies to their list of partners and it is our great pleasure to announce L-Acoustics, Platinum Partners, Chauvet, Gold Partners and Carallon, Sliver Partners.
Dakota Theater and Film House Upgrades to State-of-the-Art Elation LED Lighting
15/04/2025 - Project News
The Netherlands – Dakota Theater, one of The Hague’s eight cultural anchors and a vibrant artistic hub of the Dutch city, has taken a significant step into the future with the installation of a cutting-edge LED lighting system by Elation. The upgrade marks a major improvement in functionality, creative flexibility and energy efficiency, providing enhanced creative possibilities for designers and a richer visual experience for audiences.
M&S Showtechniek Invests in Robe
15/04/2025 - Production News
The Netherlands – M&S Showtechniek is a lively, ambitious and fast-growing full production (lighting, rigging, audio and video) and rental company based in Amersfoort, The Netherlands, run by two hard working directors, Pim Muller and Jeroen van der Stap, who are both involved hands-on in the day to day running of all operations.
Robert Juliat Arthur followspots make their South American debut at Beto Carrero World
15/04/2025 - Project News
Brazil – Located in Penha, Santa Caterina, Brazil, Beto Carrero World is the largest theme park in South America. Amongst its many attractions is the big, bright and colourful Madagascar Circus Show, a musical extravaganza themed on the third in the children’s film series Madagascar, in which the characters dance and perform incredible circus stunts.
Britannia Row Productions Loves GOSH
15/04/2025 - Production News
UK – Love GOSH, the annual fundraising event developed by Great Ormand Street Hospital charity, GOSH, has raised over £3.2 million over the course of three appeals and is currently working towards a state-of-the-art children's cancer centre. At the heart of its vital donation activities are philanthropic events which help the world-renowned children's healthcare facility to gather supporters through live entertainment.
HIVE welcomes CAST as German distributor
15/04/2025 - Business News
Germany – Hive, a UK-based media control specialist, has appointed CAST as its official distributor in Germany, expanding its footprint in central Europe. The partnership draws on CAST’s trusted reputation, technical expertise and long-standing presence in the entertainment technology sector.
DiGiCo Quantum 338 console central to 34-concert residency for Abel Pintos and Luciano Pereyra
15/04/2025 - Production News
Argentina – Two of Argentina’s most respected artists, Abel Pintos and Luciano Pereyra, joined forces for an epic series of concerts, with an extra four dates added due to huge demand. Staged in Luna Park Stadium, Buenos Aires, the concerts were performed in-the-round and at their core were two DiGiCo consoles: a Quantum 338 at front of house and a DiGiCo SD10 at the monitor position.
Renkus-Heinz transforms Newcastle University’s Stephenson Building with bespoke sound
15/04/2025 - Project News
UK – Newcastle University, one of the UK’s most prestigious institutions, is known for its commitment to cutting-edge research, innovation and the student experience. Central to this mission is the Stephenson Building, a state-of-the-art facility designed to support engineering and science disciplines. With its sprawling multi-level atrium, the building offers an open and dynamic space for presentations, collaborative learning and events. However, this architectural marvel came with an audio challenge: ensuring 100% intelligibility across its expansive, reverberant environment.
Lebanon’s luxurious Île Beach Bar given the FlexPoint treatment
15/04/2025 - Project News
Lebanon – Located at the trendy Sawary Beach Resort in Lebanon, the Île Beach Bar is an upscale cocktail bar and lounge that perfectly blends a relaxed beachfront ambiance with an energetic nightlife scene: a must-visit destination resort on the Batroun Coastal Road.
Christie laser projectors redefine cultural tourism experience with “Ballad of Chu” theatrical performance in Wuhan
14/04/2025 - Production News
China – Over 50 Christie 1DLP laser projectors have redefined the cultural tourism experience in Hubei province with “Ballad of Chu”, an immersive theatrical performance that blends history and technology. As China’s first indoor immersive performance themed around Jingchu culture, this large-scale production sets a new standard for integrating projection technology into heritage-based attractions.
Ed Warren Ties Michael Kiwanuka's Small Changes Tour Together with 174 Chauvet Professional Fixtures
11/04/2025 - Production News
UK – Sure, fortune is fickle, but sometimes lady luck has a way of quietly handing out subtle, unexpected treasures, especially to those with an eye for such elusive opportunities.
R90 Lighting Chooses Excellence with Elation PARAGON
11/04/2025 - Production News
USA – R90 Lighting, one of the Pacific Northwest’s largest and most prominent lighting rental houses, recently received a delivery of Paragon LED profile fixtures just in time to deploy them on a private event with Gwen Stefani, one of the first major US shows to utilise Elation’s new flagship lighting fixture.
AE boosts leadership team with ‘big-hitter’ names from events industry
11/04/2025 - People News
UK – Market-leading full-service events agency AE (Associate Events) has added two event big hitters to its team: Mark Penn of Goodwood and Al Parkinson who was part of the production team for The Coronation of King Charles III. These experienced events and marketing professionals bring an exciting new dynamic to the successful leadership board at AE.
ISCVEx 2025 wraps up after two vibrant days of AGM, Networking Dinner, Seminars and Exhibition
11/04/2025 - Event News
UK – ISCVEx 2025, hosted at the historic Coombe Abbey Hotel in Coventry, is an exceptional gathering for professionals in the sound, communications and visual engineering industries. Organised annually by the Institute of Sound, Communications and Visual Engineers, the event welcomes both members and non-members to engage in a variety of enriching activities designed to foster professional growth, industry insights and networking opportunities.
Manchester Mayor Backs Production Futures AO Arena On Tour Event
11/04/2025 - Event News
UK – Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham has offered his support for Production Futures’ forthcoming ON TOUR event at the city’s AO Arena. The free-of-charge event which takes place on 28th April is set to attract a wide range of young people from across the north-west of England, and promotes employability, transferable skills, diversity, free training, networking and paid work opportunities to newcomers across the live event and broadcast production industry.
Showlab immerses Ramón’s Oslo Spektrum Arena show with KLANG
11/04/2025 - Production News
Norway – Jonas Vikanes Alfhei entertainment industry career spans 15 years and during that time he has worked with many high-profile artists. As project manager and sound engineer for Norwegian full-service production company Showlab, he tours with various acts mixing front of house and monitors. After hearing good things about KLANG from his peers and experiencing KLANG demonstrations, he orchestrated Showlab’s investment in the KLANG:vokal system, purchased from Norwegian distributor, Scandec Systemer.
Balancing technology and heritage at Bucharest National Opera House
10/04/2025 - Project News
Romania – The Bucharest National Opera House, a cornerstone of Romania’s cultural heritage, recently undertook an audio upgrade project focused on enhancing performances whilst preserving the venue’s historic interiors. Previously, the venue largely relied on rented live sound systems. Often bulky and not suitable as a permanent solution, these systems risked detracting from the old-world grandeur of the space and potentially distracting audiences. The opera house team collaborated with local distributor and integrator, Senia, to implement a permanent K-array solution, which offers a sleek and unobtrusive design and superior sound quality.
Dynamic Vision Makes HASC Music Celebration Glitter with Chauvet Professional
10/04/2025 - Production News
USA – OK, so bigger isn't necessarily better every time, but there are those occasions when a massive rig can transform a stage in unimaginable ways, especially when it's designed and controlled with the artistry and precision that designer Jimmy Yeret demonstrated recently at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center.
Gonher Group takes on HK Audio distribution for Mexico
10/04/2025 - Business News
Mexico – Gonher Group has become the exclusive distributor for HK Audio products in Mexico with immediate effect. The new distributor has experienced sales professionals for pro audio applications along with extensive sales networks and an outstanding understanding of service within its Audyson and Gonher Pro divisions. This will help Gonher to fully represent HK Audio's wide-ranging portfolio of professional loudspeaker systems in Mexico.
Over 320 Chauvet Professional Fixtures From 4Wall Light Two Fire Aid Benefit Venues
10/04/2025 - Production News
USA – Jelly Roll, Katy Perry, Billie Eilish, The Red Hot Chili Peppers, John Mayer, Gracie Abrams, Pink and more … the stars came out in force for Live Nation's Fire Aid benefit concert. But behind the scenes there was also an array of talent that made this spectacular and very worthy event (it raised over $100 million for those affected by the LA area fires) come to life.
Viral Country Music Star Alexandra Kay Reveals “Cupid’s a Cowgirl” on Tour with Bandit Lites and Corbin Alvae
10/04/2025 - Production News
North America – Country music’s rising star Alexandra Kay is out on the road on her headline tour, “Cupid’s a Cowgirl”, spanning 31 cities across the United States and Canada. The headline tour, with a lighting system from Bandit Lites, launched at the end of February 2025 and will run until 6 April 2025. With 8.5 million followers across social media, Kay’s singer-songwriting talent combined with her vulnerability has connected her with fans and gained her music over 350 million collective streams.
Backup Tech, The BACK LOUNGE and UK Live Event Freelancers Forum, launch How to Become a Financially Savvy Freelancer
10/04/2025 - Training & Standards News
UK – Backup Tech, The BACK LOUNGE and UK Live Event Freelancers Forum, launch How to Become a Financially Savvy Freelancer, a series of free workshops for live entertainment freelancers
GLP impression S500 Profile lights up thrilling circus spectacle at the Tollwood Winter Festival Munich
09/04/2025 - Production News
Germany – Following the recent launch of the new GLP impression S500, the powerful successor to the proven impression S350 was put to use in December 2024 at the Tollwood Winter Festival in Munich. PRG Germany deployed 34 of the 500W LED profile fixtures for the spectacular show Duel Reality by Canadian company the 7 Fingers, which ran from 17th to 22nd December in the Grand Chapiteau theatre tent.
Constell8 – KLSTR and Ayrton Announce Strategic Partnership
09/04/2025 - Business News
Germany – Constell8 – KLSTR, a developer of advanced technology for the entertainment and live events sector, has announced a strategic partnership with Ayrton, an international leader in innovative lighting solutions.
Unusual Rigging returns to the Oliviers with seamless technical delivery
09/04/2025 - Production News
UK - Unusual Rigging returned to the Royal Albert Hall for the 2025 Olivier Awards on Sunday 6th April, bringing its expertise and large-scale technical capability to one of British theatre’s biggest nights. No stranger to either the venue or the event, Unusual was tasked with delivering the full scope of rigging and draughting requirements for this year’s spectacular ceremony, supporting an ambitious production with sustainable, reusable rigging infrastructure.
DiGiCo Quantum consoles and KLANG deliver groundbreaking sound for Clouseau’s 40th anniversary shows
09/04/2025 - Production News
Belgium – To celebrate its 40th anniversary, legendary Belgian band Clouseau embarked on a year-long tour across the Benelux region, including a spectacular 14-show run at the Sportpaleis, the largest indoor venue in Belgium. For these high-profile shows, the band relied on cutting-edge sound technology, with DiGiCo Quantum 338 and Quantum 7 digital mixing consoles alongside KLANG’s immersive monitoring system ensuring a world-class experience for both musicians and audiences.
Ayrton launches Stradale Profile – the first in its brand-new, ultra-compact 1 Series
09/04/2025 - Equipment News
Ayrton presents Stradale Profile, the most compact, lightweight, versatile luminaire in the Ultimate range.
KV2 Audio brings Janis Joplin’s story to life in London
08/04/2025 - Production News
UK – When the Tony Award-nominated musical A Night with Janis Joplin made its UK premiere at London’s Peacock Theatre, audiences were not only swept away by Joplin’s legendary music but also by an immersive audio experience courtesy of KV2 Audio’s state-of-the-art sound system. The production, which celebrates the life and music of the queen of rock & roll, utilised KV2’s ESR215, EX1.8 subwoofers, and ESD5 loudspeakers to deliver pristine sound quality that captured every nuance of Joplin’s electrifying performances.
Follow-Me Track-iT spot on for Clouseau’s epic live shows at Sportpaleis Antwerpen
08/04/2025 - Production News
Belgium – Legendary Belgian band Clouseau recently wowed audiences with a series of spectacular shows at the iconic Sportpaleis, Belgium's largest indoor venue. The ‘Clouseau 40’ anniversary shows, celebrating the band's 40-year milestone, sold out the 23,000-capacity Sportpaleis an impressive 14 times, continuing their yearly live performance tradition at the venue which was first established in 2000. For these high-profile performances, the Follow-Me Track-iT system was integral to delivering the band's larger-than-life experience.
PRG Brings All the Fun to Cyndi Lauper’s Final UK and European Tour
08/04/2025 - Production News
Europe – The iconic Cyndi Lauper took a final lap of the UK and Europe with her “Girls Just Wanna Have Fun Farewell Tour” with PRG entrusted to supply a full 360 package, including lighting, video, rigging and audio for the arena run.
Afrikaans is Groot with Robe
08/04/2025 - Production News
South Africa – The 2024 Afrikaans is Groot (AIG) concert series was staged at SunBet Arena in Time Square, Pretoria, is produced by Coleske Artist Management and hailed as among the best live entertainment showcases for a range of Afrikaans music and artists. Nine sold-out performances thrilled audiences over two consecutive weekends.
Showlight 2025 – Treat yourself to a Showlight ticket as more Speakers are announced
08/04/2025 - Event News
France – Showlight 2025 has produced a programme full of treats for its delegates with over 30 speakers lined up to bring their expertise to Dijon this May. Tickets are selling fast so don’t delay in securing yours today.
Ambersphere Solutions Announced as Exclusive UK Distributor for ROXX GmbH
08/04/2025 - Business News
UK – Ambersphere Solutions, one of the UK’s leading supplier of premium lighting solutions for the entertainment industry, has announced an exclusive distribution partnership with ROXX GmbH, the German manufacturer renowned for its cutting-edge lighting technology.
ETC Releases Power Control Panel for 230V Market
08/04/2025 - Equipment News
ETC’s new Foundry Switch Panel is a high-performance power control solution designed specifically for the 230V market. It’s packed with features to help manage today’s modern electrical loads and tools to help venues intelligently manage their energy usage. Capable of 12-, 24- or 48-channels of switched power it is built in ETC’s European factory for use throughout EMEA and other 230V markets.
White Light Dances with Lights at Sadler’s Wells East
08/04/2025 - Project News
UK – As part of London’s East Bank development, a new cultural quarter in East London alongside the BBC, UAL’s London College of Fashion, UCL East and the V&A East Museum and Storehouse, Sadler’s Wells East recently opened its doors at Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park in Stratford. This vibrant creative hub features a 550-seat theatre and six studios designed for the creation and development of dance productions.
Avolites Gets Explosive in Denmark
08/04/2025 - Project News
Denmark – Lighting designer and programmer Nicklas Dam from Explosion Danmark Light and Sound APS, a fast-growing rental and production company based in Dalmose, Denmark, is an Avolites user and fan of the brand.
Bloodline Gym pumps the energy through its Optimal Audio heart
08/04/2025 - Project News
UK – Nestled in the vibrancy of London’s trendy East End, Bloodline Gym is one of the UK's top Muay-Thai and Kickboxing centres. To achieve the high energy atmosphere that is central to the club’s workout routines, Gym owner, Paul Marut, opted for an Optimal Audio ecosystem to be its beating heart.
Lollapalooza Brasil 2025: Outline Sets the Stage
07/04/2025 - Production News
Brazil – Few festivals command global recognition like Lollapalooza. What began in 1991 as a farewell tour for the band Jane’s Addiction quickly transformed into one of the most influential music festivals in the world. Anchored in Chicago, where it remains a defining summer event, Lollapalooza has expanded across four continents, bringing diverse line-ups and unforgettable experiences to audiences in Argentina, Brazil, Germany, France, Sweden, Israel and India. Its South American journey began in 2011, further cementing its status as a global music powerhouse.
Martin Professional Celebrates 10,000th MAC Viper XIP Milestone
07/04/2025 - Business News
Hungary – Harman Professional Solutions, a global leader in audio, lighting, video and control systems, has announced a major milestone in the success of the Martin MAC Viper XIP, celebrating the 10,000th fixture manufactured in its first ten months. To mark the achievement, Martin has produced a one-of-a-kind MAC Viper XIP in the brand’s iconic yellow colour, built as a commemorative piece honouring the milestone and the people behind its design and production.
Top Argentine Music School Upgrades Atmos Studio With ORIA
07/04/2025 - Project News
Argentina – The Atmos studio at the Escuela de Música Contemporánea (EMC) has recently integrated Audient ORIA and EVO SP8 into its set-up. It was sound and mastering engineer Fernando Richard who designed and installed the immersive audio system back in 2023, but according to him it was the 2025 acoustics and hardware upgrade that enabled the Buenos Aires education facility to “better accommodate students and the evolving demands of the industry.”
Gobo Becomes Official MA Distribution Partner in Finland
07/04/2025 - Business News
Finland – MA Lighting International has announced its partnership with Gobo Oy as its exclusive distributor in Finland. This strategic collaboration will officially commence on 1 August, 2025, marking an exciting new chapter for MA Lighting. Gobo Oy brings a strong network, deep market knowledge, a shared vision for the future and is an ideal partner for the next phase of growth. In addition to Finland, Gobo also serves as the exclusive MA distributor in Denmark and Sweden.
Elation Introduces KL PAR IP Compact: The LED Lighting Backbone Of Any Production
07/04/2025 - Equipment News
Elation introduces the KL PAR IP Compact, a powerful and compact full-spectrum LED PAR fixture in the company’s popular KL ‘Key Light’ series. It is designed for indoor and outdoor productions and delivers exceptional lighting performance, making it the ideal backbone of any production.
Linkin Park is Back and They’re Pairing with DiGiCo for Their From Zero World Tour
07/04/2025 - Production News
USA – After a seven-year hiatus, two-time Grammy Award winners Linkin Park are back on the road. Their 50-plus-show From Zero World Tour will take them from Mexico City’s Estadio GNP Seguros on 31 January through 15 November in Porto Alegre, Brazil, and pretty much everywhere in between to stadiums and arenas globally. “Getting back out on the road has been incredible,” band co-founder Mike Shinoda said in a statement about the trek promoting the group’s new set. “The fans’ support is overwhelming, and we’re ready to take this energy even further around the world.”
Anolis for Prestige City of Dijon Lighting Installation
07/04/2025 - Project News
France – Over 200 Anolis Calumma S and XS and Eminere Remote 1, 2, 3 and 4 LED lighting fixtures were specified for an eye-catching new architectural lighting installation at the Palais des Ducs et des Etats de Bourgogne (Town Hall) in Dijon, France.
St. Gallen Theater Chooses Alcons Audio
07/04/2025 - Project News
Switzerland – The Theater St. Gallen is a renowned three-genre theatre in eastern Switzerland. With around 20 new productions per season, the ensemble performs approximately 450 shows per year. The performances take place in an iconic theatre building that, at first glance, resembles a three-dimensional work of art.
Theatre Lighting New Distributor for Elation in Switzerland
07/04/2025 - Business News
Switzerland – Elation has announced that Theatre Lighting GmbH has been appointed the new distributor for Elation products in Switzerland, effective 1 May, 2025. The partnership also encompasses products in Elation’s Magmatic line of atmospheric effects.
ETC Unveils the Next Generation Hog
07/04/2025 - Equipment News
ETC has unveiled its next-generation Hog lighting control consoles, designed to cater to the diverse needs of lighting professionals across the industry. The latest line-up combines portability, adaptability and cutting-edge technology, making it the perfect solution for live productions of all sizes.
Production Futures supports the Power of Events NW region Schools Engagement Programme
07/04/2025 - Training & Standards News
UK – The Power of Events, the not for profit organisation launched in 2023 to provide better understanding, respect and value for the UK Events Industry, has announced the expansion of its UK Schools Engagement Programme with the launch of the North West Hub, its largest region yet, spanning Liverpool, Cheshire and Manchester.
Le Dôme Théâtre Modernises Mission with Chauvet Professional and S Group Équipment
07/04/2025 - Project News
France – The words you speak become the house you live in. So wrote the ancient sage Hafez. The wisdom of this dictum echoes clearly through the halls of Le Dôme Théâtre, a beautiful Italianate building in the heart of the Savoyard town.
Highlite UK appoints new Area Account Manager to support growth and engagement
07/04/2025 - People News
UK – Highlite UK welcomes Ben Hall as its new area account manager. Ben will work in the southern areas to maintain and build customer relationships by providing account management, technical sales and support.
Plusfortyfive is Launched
07/04/2025 - Business News
Denmark - Plusfortyfive ApS is a new venture launched by the Generator Group in Denmark whose businesses and brands also include event and show technical production specialist VIGSØ.eu and automation solutions manufacturer Motor Stage Automation, and is much more than just another professional entertainment technical sales and distribution company.
La Raíz shines brightly in their comeback with a spectacular Ayrton Cobra light show
07/04/2025 - Production News
Spain – After six years away from the stage, Spanish masters of rock, ska, reggae and rap, La Raíz, made a triumphant return, exceeding all expectations with two unforgettable concerts at Madrid’s Movistar Arena. More than 30,000 people on the nights of 22 November and 6 December experienced music and lighting worked in perfect harmony. The anticipation was sky-high and the band did not disappoint: thousands of fans were treated to an electrifying show where music and lighting took centre stage. A stunning combination of gobos, prisms and seamless colour transitions helped the band bring their visual narrative to life.
White Light Illuminates the Spirits of My Neighbour Totoro
07/04/2025 - Production News
UK – The enchanting production of My Neighbour Totoro has made its highly anticipated return to London’s West End. The multi-award-winning stage adaptation of Studio Ghibli’s beloved 1988 animated film is brought to life by the Royal Shakespeare Company, in collaboration with iconic composer Joe Hisaishi. Following its acclaimed run at the Barbican Centre in 2022, the production has now transferred to the Gillian Lynne Theatre, continuing to captivate audiences with its spellbinding storytelling and imaginative staging.
DiGiCo Releases V20 Software for Quantum and SD-Range Consoles
07/04/2025 - Equipment News
UK – DiGiCo’s mixing consoles have long been praised for many reasons, including their pristine sound, intuitive operation and paramount reliability. Perhaps less obvious, but equally important, is the fact the company designs its products with upgradability and longevity in mind, a point firmly underscored by the new release of Software Version 20 for all Quantum and SD-Range consoles.
Martin Audio WPS supports Top Gun: Maverick – In Concert
07/04/2025 - Project News
UK – Martin Audio partner, dBS Solutions recently provided sound reinforcement for The Hallé Orchestra at its resident venue, The Bridgewater Hall in Manchester. A regular fixture in the dBS Solutions diary, this time the focus was Top Gun: Maverick – In Concert.
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