News Archive for June 2025

Québec-Based Scéno Plus Designs the New Hard Rock Live Ottawa Theatre

30/06/2025 - Project News

Canada – Internationally acclaimed Québec firm Scéno Plus, renowned for designing iconic performance venues from The Colosseum at Caesars Palace for Celine Dion to Dolby Live in Las Vegas, as well as Montreal’s Théâtre d’Aujourd’hui, Usine C and Salle Pierre-Mercure, has proudly unveiled its latest achievement: the Hard Rock LIVE Ottawa theatre. This brand-new multi-purpose entertainment venue, located inside the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Ottawa, will officially open its doors on 3 July, 2025, with a premiere concert by Canadian composer and pianist David Foster and his wife, American singer Katharine McPhee, performing her greatest hits.

Claypaky Fixtures Help Celebrate Montreal’s Gala Dynastie 2025

30/06/2025 - Production News

Canada – Claypaky lighting, including Arolla Profile HPs, A.leda B-EYE K20s and Mini-Bs, comprised the bulk of the fixtures illuminating Gala Dynastie 2025 at Montreal’s Théâtre Maisonneuve at Place des Arts. Omnison in Montreal supplied the luminaires to lighting designer Steve Wary of SW Design Lumière for the televised awards ceremony, which celebrated black excellence across Quebec's arts, media and cultural sectors.

Speaking Rock Unveils New Outdoor Stage with All-Elation Lighting System

30/06/2025 - Project News

USA – Speaking Rock Entertainment Center has raised the bar for outdoor live entertainment in El Paso, Texas, by installing a cutting-edge Elation lighting rig for its new outdoor stage. A cornerstone of the community’s live entertainment scene, the venue now features a 100% Elation lighting system designed to meet the demands of high-profile touring acts and large audiences.

Robe Makes the Moves at Cpunt Venue

27/06/2025 - Project News

The Netherlands – Cpunt (CPoint) is a multi-purpose venue with several performance spaces in Hoofddorp right at the beating cultural heart of Haarlemmermeer in the Netherlands, just outside Amsterdam, complete with two concert halls: a theatre, a flexible studio space and a library, it buzzes with a lively entertainment programme including theatre, music, art and various related workshops.

Stage 4 AV gets Up to Speed with Astera

27/06/2025 - Production News

Singapore – Singapore-based Stage 4 AV, a busy rental and technical production supplier working primarily in the high-end corporate, social and lifestyle sectors, has recently invested in Astera QuikSpot wireless LED spotlights, with the purchase of 24 fixtures from Singapore distributor, Total Solution Marketing.

KLANG and DiGiCo deployed to redefine theatrical experience with Poland’s first silent-disco musical

27/06/2025 - Production News

Poland – The iconic rock opera Jesus Christ Superstar has received an innovative adaptation in Poland. The Kujawsko-Pomorski Music Theatre in Toruń has reimagined the production by moving it into an unconventional space, the Od Nowa music club, and staging it as the country’s first-ever silent disco musical. At the heart of the production was KLANG and DiGiCo’s Quantum 225 Pulse. Together they formed the backbone of an immersive sound experience that gave audiences a brand-new experience and musicians complete control over their monitoring environment.

Luis Torres Creates Spacey Aura for ATLiens at Red Rocks with Chauvet Professional

27/06/2025 - Production News

USA – It is one of the most distinctive stage backdrops on the outdoor touring circuit in North America. A trio of 300-million-year-old monoliths called “Ship Rock”, “Creation Rock” and “Stage Rock” tower over the stages at Red Rocks Amphitheatre, reflecting red because of the iron oxides inside them and making this venue a very special place indeed.

Celebrating creative leaders, championing inclusion and inspiring the next generation: Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama Announces 2025 Honorary Fellows

27/06/2025 - People News

UK – The Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama has announced its 2025 honorary fellows: seven pioneering cultural leaders, artists and educators who define the College’s belief in the power of the arts to change lives, bring people together and transform society. They each have a meaningful connection to the College, supporting its training and mentoring of the next generation of artists and leaders.

The countdown is on for Backup’s Fabulous Village Fete!

27/06/2025 - Event News

UK – With less than a month to go, the Fete stalls, Manor House and karting teams are all sold out and Backup Tech’s Fabulous Village Fete is shaping up to truly live up to its name.

Beatsteaks thrive with GLP dynamics

27/06/2025 - Production News

Germany – The Beatsteaks, one of Germany’s most successful punk rock bands, have been out on their Please tour, in support of the album of the same name, since spring 2024. This tour has continued in 2025. Lighting designer Joanna Ossolinska, who has worked with the band for several years, developed a completely new lighting concept for the tour, with some deliberate references to previous tours: the characteristic line of light and the Viennese curtain as a backdrop have long been part of the Beatsteaks’ DNA and needed to be retained.

Elation Launches Fuze PFX: A Compact Powerhouse for Profile and FX Lighting

26/06/2025 - Equipment News

Designers continue to appreciate Elation’s Fuze series for its exceptional blend of performance, features and value. The newest addition, the Fuze PFX, brings all the power and versatility of a multi-purpose automated fixture now in an incredibly compact footprint. Designed to deliver serious output and feature-rich flexibility in a smaller package, the Fuze PFX is ideal for both production and installation environments where space and performance matter.

Jason Hyne Powers Queen Extravaganza’s Bohemian Rhapsody 50th Anniversary Celebration with ChamSys

26/06/2025 - Production News

UK – Go online to any of the many websites that monitor how the English language is used (or abused) and you’ll invariably find “extravaganza” listed somewhere on the tally of the world’s most over-done words. And while the term might be bandied about a bit too often in our age of exaggeration, it works quite nicely when describing the ever-popular Queen Extravaganza.

Record growth as ABTT Theatre Show concludes with resounding success

26/06/2025 - Event News

UK – The ABTT Theatre Show 2025, the UK’s only exhibition dedicated exclusively to backstage theatre and live events, once again proved to be the essential meeting point for the industry, drawing increased visitor numbers, record-breaking engagement and international draw.

MILOS and PROLYTE structures showcase in iconic Trafalgar Square for Jr NBA 3v3 Finals with HTS!

26/06/2025 - Production News

UK – London’s iconic Trafalgar Square was transformed into the capital’s brightest basketball stage as the inaugural Jr NBA 3v3 Finals were held under the gaze of Nelson’s Column and the National Gallery, which hosted ten city secondary schools in an electrifying final.

The legendary Claypaky Sharpy is back – sharper than ever!

25/06/2025 - Equipment News

Ultimo Sharpy is the next evolution of an icon: a compact IP66-rated beam moving head, purpose-built for the most demanding environments, productions and expectations. It carries the legacy of the original Sharpy into a new era: faster, brighter and tougher than ever before. With its groundbreaking power-to-size ratio, advanced optics and fast, true CMY colour mixing, it delivers stunning mid-air effects, infinite motion and absolute precision. Whether on the biggest stage, under the harshest conditions, or inside a tightly cued broadcast, Ultimo Sharpy performs with effortless brilliance.

Nehemiah Grubbs Creates Down Home Mood at MerleFest with Chauvet Professional

25/06/2025 - Production News

USA – “I just tried to play something that felt like home,” the legendary flat picking guitarist Doc Watson told the Country Music Hall of Fame when looking back on his iconic career. In light of this philosophy, the seven-time Grammy Award winner likely would have been very pleased to see what was happening this year at the 37 annual MerleFest, the Americana music festival honouring his memory.

Production Futures Returns to Bludfest Year 2

25/06/2025 - Event News

UK – As part of its bid to engage young people with the production industries, Production Futures returned to stage a brand activation at Bludfest, which took place at Milton Keynes Bowl on 21 June. The festival’s eclectic line-up, curated by dynamic singer-songwriter, Yungblud, attracted a hugely diverse range of fans, including many young people for whom the Production Futures pop-up stand provided insights into possible careers in the production sector.

The Miller Center for the Arts at Reading Area Community College Enhances Sonic Clarity with JBL VTX A6 System

25/06/2025 - Project News

USA – The Miller Center for the Arts at Reading Area Community College is a visually striking, acoustically refined performing arts centre known for hosting a wide array of national acts, local productions, student showcases and community programming. With more than 100 ticketed events annually and many more college and civic engagements, venue leaders sought to modernise its ageing sound system to meet the expectations of both audiences and touring professionals.

Common Kings Take Over House of Blues Anaheim with Allen & Heath

25/06/2025 - Production News

USA – The Grammy-nominated Common Kings have toured with A-list artists like Justin Timberlake, Bruno Mars and Meghan Trainor, headlining shows and festivals worldwide. Audio engineer Tim Koch started working with the California-based Reggae group about four years ago, mixing some of their local events between tours. "I've been fortunate to be asked back as the band continues to grow," said Koch. "We've done some killer shows together. I've worked with them as an A2, monitor engineer and occasional FOH as well."

GLP’s latest tech allows the Ehrlich Brothers’ Diamonds tour to sparkle

25/06/2025 - Production News

Germany – The Ehrlich Brothers have been delighting a wide audience with their spectacular live shows for over a decade. Their new production, Diamonds, premiered in mid-November in Dortmund’s Westfalenhalle before visiting the largest arenas in Germany, where they have been presenting the best of their most popular illusions. With the help of exceptional lighting and stage technology, the successful magician duo is once again setting standards in the live entertainment world.

PRODIGY.MC at the heart of innovative recording Fly-Pack from Ian Charbonneau’s ‘The Recording Project’.

25/06/2025 - Project News

USA – DirectOut is a creator of industry standard audio devices. Renowned for its clean sound, the PRODIGY.MC is utilised by Ian Charbonneau in his ultra-portable Fly Pack recording system.

Robe Adds Some Magic to Circlassica Show

24/06/2025 - Production News

Spain – The popular Circlassica show returned to Madrid for the 2024-2025 season staged in the iconic IFEMA Madrid big white tent, with a new edition, Circlassica, la historia mundial continúa (Circlassica, the world story continues), produced by Productores de Sonrisas and lit by Juanjo Llorens who once again sprinkled some of his illuminative magic on the action.

Metallica’s M72 world tour elevates visual experience with PIXERA media server system

24/06/2025 - Production News

Worldwide – Metallica’s groundbreaking M72 world tour, renowned for its innovative in-the-round stage and “no repeat weekend” format, has taken a bold step forward by adopting the PIXERA media server system from AV Stumpfl. This transition enhances the tour’s massive video set-up, delivering an unparalleled visual experience across its eight 100-foot-tall towers, each featuring three 50- × 30-foot LED screens, totalling 24 discrete surfaces – the brainchild of creative director and production designer Dan Braun.

From washed out to ‘wow’ – Brompton Hydra calibration breathes new life into Rentex's LED panel inventory

24/06/2025 - Project News

USA – Brompton Technology, the industry leader in LED processing solutions, has successfully deployed its Hydra advanced measurement system, through its partner Red Rock OPS, to revitalise Rentex's LED panel inventory. The Las Vegas-based consulting firm Red Rock OPS, which specialises in live overlays, colour calibration and broadcast services, used Brompton's cutting-edge calibration technology to enhance the performance of the nationwide AV rental provider's existing LED panels and dramatically extend their lifespan.

Cactus Creative Studio and SLX Productions Deliver Visual Impact with Elation for Ja Rule

24/06/2025 - Production News

North America – Hip-hop icon Ja Rule is touring across North America with an electrifying visual show that uses Elation’s Proteus Rayzor Blade as a multi-dimensional lighting effect. In the capable hands of Shepherd Lowrey of Cactus Creative Studio, the powerful linear LED fixture supports an entertaining show that combines raw energy and futuristic flair with reflective appreciation.

Penguin revamps Laine Pub Co sound with Martin Audio

24/06/2025 - Project News

UK - Martin Audio partner, Penguin Media Solutions, recently completed the third technical overhaul of pubs in the burgeoning 50-plus Laine Pub Company estate within a short period.

Fully Loaded – PAS Delivers for Bradford 2025 UK City of Culture

23/06/2025 - Project News

UK – As UK City of Culture 2025, Bradford is playing host to an extensive programme of events in the arts and entertainment field. With a rich and diverse cultural heritage as the backdrop to a year of celebration, Bradford 2025 has invested in a number of existing and new creative spaces to further opportunities for people to engage in cultural events. One such significant venue is the appropriately named Loading Bay, a multi-use arts centre located in a disused warehouse.

Vanguard Audio Labs: testing, testing, 1, 2, … EVO 8

23/06/2025 - Business News

USA – High quality manufacturer Vanguard Audio Labs uses an EVO 8 audio interface to help design, repair and test its microphones.

Avantis Solo Powers International Tours for TV Girl and Magdalena Bay

23/06/2025 - Production News

Worldwide – California Indie-pop group TV Girl started as a casual side project between friends Trung Ngo and Brad Petering in San Diego. They later blew up through major social media success during the pandemic and began touring internationally.

Sterling Event Group Expands with New Leeds Hub to Support Continued Growth Across the UK

23/06/2025 - Business News

UK - Sterling Event Group, one of the UK’s leading technical event production specialists, has announced the opening of a new office and warehouse facility in Leeds. This strategic expansion strengthens Sterling’s presence across the UK and supports the company’s continued national and international growth.

Singapore Repertory Theatre Updates its Space with Clear-Com’s Arcadia Central Station

23/06/2025 - Project News

Singapore – The Singapore Repertory Theatre (SRT), one of the leading professional theatre companies in Asia, recently deployed Clear-Com’s Arcadia Central Station, resolving persistent communication issues and streamlining co-ordination across departments. The upgrade was carried out in collaboration with Clear-Com’s regional partner, Electronics & Engineering Pte Ltd. (E&E).

Thåström Arena Tour Delivers Intimate Sound with Allen & Heath’s dLive and RackUltra FX

20/06/2025 - Production News

Sweden – At the beginning of this year, legendary Swedish artist Thåström set out on a 14-date arena tour, which closed at the iconic Avicii Arena in Stockholm on 15th March. Known for his gritty, emotionally raw sound and poetic lyricism, the singer brought fans closer than ever, thanks in part to an audio setup built around Allen & Heath’s dLive series and the cutting-edge RackUltra FX card.

Andre' Petrus Comes Full Circle on John Legend Get Lifted 20th Anniversary Tour with Chauvet Professional

20/06/2025 - Production News

USA – Back in high school, we all had our absolute favourite albums, the ones we played over and over and over again without end until adulthood intervened. For most of us, those records continue to play themselves in our mind on occasion long after our high school days are over, giving rise to some great memories. But Andre' Petrus was lucky, he not only got to remember that special record, he is also turning it into a spectacularly dynamic visual experience as the production and lighting designer on John Legend’s Get Lifted 20th Anniversary Tour.

JDC Bursts into action with Adriatique

20/06/2025 - Production News

UK – GLP’s latest powerful strobe/wash hybrid, the JDC Burst 1, made the most auspicious of debuts when 96 of the compact fixtures were deployed at London’s Royal Albert Hall by lighting designer Jelle Stoffels, the first deployment in the UK.

Obsidian Shines Bright in India with Spectacular Showing at IIFA Awards

20/06/2025 - Production News

India – Obsidian Control Systems recently played a show-stopping control role at the 2025 IIFA Awards at the JECC Grounds in Jaipur, India, where Bollywood’s brightest stars took centre stage. Supported by VMT, Obsidian’s official Indian distribution partner, Wizcraft International Entertainment produced the show as a live event production masterclass, where Obsidian’s NX4, NX2, NXP and Netron EN12 handled 600 lighting fixtures across 24 universes with unmatched finesse.

Balancing high-performance audio and high-end aesthetics in Miami’s booming hospitality scene

20/06/2025 - Project News

USA – For Miami’s booming hospitality market, where lively nightlife and excellent gastronomic experiences are the order of the day, the expectations for atmosphere have never been higher. For venues where every detail counts, from the plating to the playlist, sound quality plays a crucial role in shaping guest experiences. Miami-based integrator Davel Rodriguez, principal at DRVCS, has turned to K-array, an Italian manufacturer known for its ultra-compact, architecturally elegant professional audio solutions, to solve the challenges of balancing audio quality with aesthetics. DRVCS has been at the forefront of integrating these solutions across some of the most design-forward venues, not just in Miami, but nationwide, including the top-rated restaurant in New York City of 2024, Mēdüzā Mediterrania.

Pro Audio Systems Delivers the Love

20/06/2025 - Production News

UK – The Art-Deco Grade II listed Queens Hotel has been an impressive presence on Leeds’ City Square since its construction in 1937. Designed by W.H. Hamlyn and faced with white Portland Stone, it is a striking landmark which over the years has hosted many notable guests: Royals, world leaders and international film stars have all experienced the comforts of The Queens.

Backup Tech welcomes two new partners for 2025

20/06/2025 - Business News

UK – The live events sector continues to demonstrate the dedication and commitment of its professionals, with Backup partners exemplifying this community spirit. Early 2025 has seen Backup Tech expand its partnership network with two new companies and is delighted to introduce Core Pro Audio and TMB as its newest partners.

“Far from home”: alternative pop band Zimmer90 on their latest European tour

20/06/2025 - Production News

Europe – It was the song “What Love Is” that gave Zimmer90 – Joscha Becker (vocals and keyboard) and Finn Gronemeyer (bass and keyboard) – their international breakthrough around two years ago. It went on to become the soundtrack for millions of recap videos on social media and is the title track for the EP released in 2025 by the talented duo, who also like to express their creativity in art and design. Following their successful tours in Europe and the USA last year, Joscha and Finn, together with their support drummer, have been on their major “Far from Home Tour” since March, performing at clubs and festivals in almost every country in Europe. At the mixing console, sound engineer Nils John is responsible for providing the perfect sound for the two best friends, with equipment that includes wireless EW-DX microphone systems from Sennheiser.

Stage Electrics Announces Finance Leadership Transition

19/06/2025 - People News

UK – Stage Electrics Group has announced a significant transition within its senior executive team. Andy Preece, group finance director, will retire from his executive role effective 31st July 2025, the end of the group’s financial year. However, he will not be stepping away entirely.

Patrick Dierson Sets Stage for Ultra Music Festival Guest LDs with Over 300 Chauvet Professional Fixtures

19/06/2025 - Production News

USA – Long before the first Ultra Music fans began filing into downtown’s Bayfront Park this March, the festival had already begun playing itself out in the mind of Patrick Dierson. “We started working on the pre-production process several months out in advance and went over things again and again to get this right,” said the widely acclaimed designer and head of The Activity, who handles technical management for the iconic event’s main stage.

All in the Family – The Brothers Return to MSG with DiGiCo’s Quantum Siblings

19/06/2025 - Production News

USA – To honour the legacy of the Allman Brothers Band, godfathers of Southern Rock, the musical supergroup known as The Brothers recently returned to New York City’s storied Madison Square Garden for a pair of shows in April. Led by former ABB guitarist and Gov’t Mule founder Warren Haynes and featuring drummer Jaimoe, the last surviving original member of the Allman Brothers Band, the ensemble also included former ABB guitarist Derek Trucks (nephew of ABB drummer the late Butch Trucks), bassist Oteil Burbridge, and percussionist Marc Quiñones, plus Joe Russo, Reese Wynans and Isaac Eady, as well as special guest Chuck Leavell on piano.

Plus Audio set for the global stage following Red Bull Symphonic success

19/06/2025 - Production News

South Africa – Across one weekend in June, Red Bull Symphonic took over The Montecasino Teatro, Johannesburg, with a powerful blend of orchestral compositions and contemporary Amapiano energy. Powering this much-anticipated performance was a complete Plus Audio sound system. A Stage Audio Works house brand, Plus Audio, provided powerful audio across three consecutive nights, making a strong case for the brand’s high-performance capabilities at an accessible price point and highlighting its readiness for large-scale touring and live events.

Exacting Diseno unite Martin Audio family at Coco Dubai

19/06/2025 - Project News

UAE – Lou Agha’s system integration company, Exacting Diseno Technical Services, is fast gaining a reputation for installing premium Martin Audio sound systems in some of Dubai’s smartest upmarket bars and lounges.

As AVL bows out, ELC & Green-GO appoint Luxillag

19/06/2025 - Business News

Belgium – Netherlands-based manufacturer ELC Lighting has announced a change in its distribution arrangement for Belgium. With effect from 1 July 2025, both its brands – the ELC range of DMX-over-IP lighting control products and the Green-GO family of digital wireless intercom solutions – will be exclusively supported in Belgium by a new partner, Luxillag.

HK Audio introduces DSP CONTROL 4.1 – Milan integration for LINEAR 5 MK2

19/06/2025 - Equipment News

HK Audio is launching a major software update: DSP CONTROL Version 4.1. The focus is on the new Milan integration for the LINEAR 5 MK2 series, which further expands HK Audio's industry-leading Milan-certified loudspeaker portfolio.

With this update, the LINEAR 5 MK2 series is officially Milan-ready. The open AVB-based Milan network standard stands for maximum reliability, manufacturer independence and extremely low latencies, a decisive advantage for modern audio networks in live and installation applications.

Chauvet Professional and ChamSys Share the Creative Spirit at Showlight 2025

18/06/2025 - Event News

France – Creativity cannot be used up, wrote the iconic Maya Angelou. The more you use, the more it grows. To that, we might add, “the more it is shared, the brighter it shines.” This empowering concept is at the heart of Showlight and it is why Chauvet Professional and its sister company, ChamSys, have become so invested in sponsoring this beloved lighting educational/networking event that takes place in a different city every four years.

Beats Give Back Makes Big Impact in Florida with Funktion-One Sound

18/06/2025 - Production News

USA – Fundraiser brings together music, community and world-class audio for an important cause.

Josh Dooley becomes 30th winner of Sennheiser LIPA Scholarship

18/06/2025 - People News

UK – Celebrating three decades of partnership between The Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts (LIPA) and Sennheiser, the global audio specialist continues its commitment to nurturing emerging talent through the Sennheiser Student Scholarship programme. This long-standing collaboration provides students with access to world-class audio expertise and industry resources and Josh Dooley, a BA (Hons) Sound Technology student whose remarkable journey demonstrates extraordinary resilience and passion for audio engineering, has been selected as the 2025 scholarship recipient. His inspiring story of overcoming significant personal obstacles to pursue his musical ambitions captivated the judging panel, featuring Tim Sherratt, strategy manager at Sennheiser and acclaimed theatre sound designer, Ben Harrison.

IPS, ACT and Elation Light Up Montreux Jazz Festival Miami

18/06/2025 - Production News

USA – The second annual Montreux Jazz Festival Miami, an extension of the iconic Swiss music festival, brought three days of sold-out, world-class performances to The Hangar at Regatta Harbour in the Coconut Grove neighbourhood of Miami. With technical production support from IPS and a striking lighting design built around Elation lighting gear, the event featured powerhouse sets from music legends Jon Batiste, Chaka Khan, Janelle Monáe and La Descarga, among others.

Tyler illuminates International Jazz Day Global Allstar Concert with Ayrton rig

18/06/2025 - Production News

UAE – The International Jazz Day, Global Allstar Concert, takes place every 30th April bringing together some of the biggest names in the jazz world. The 2025 edition was led by Herbie Hancock and hosted by Jeremy Irons.

“Waltz into Space”: Music Meets the Cosmos – on an Interstellar Trajectory with Lawo Technology

18/06/2025 - Production News

Austria – It was a moment where technology, culture and pioneering spirit converged. On 31 May, 2025, Johann Strauss II’s iconic Blue Danube Waltz was not only performed at Vienna’s Museum of Applied Arts (MAK) but was also transmitted live towards Voyager 1 – currently more than 24 billion kilometres (15 billion miles) from Earth. This extraordinary feat was the centrepiece of the “Waltz into Space” initiative, celebrating both the 200th birthday of the “Waltz King” and the 50th anniversary of the European Space Agency (ESA).

Huge INFiLED LED wall shines at the UAE’s first open-format music festival

18/06/2025 - Production News

UAE – INFiLED technology helped transform Abu Dhabi’s Etihad Park into an immersive AV spectacle for the inaugural OFFLIMITS Music Festival.

POLAR EXPO Success

18/06/2025 - Event News

UK – POLAR, supplier of key industry brands to the installation, MI and professional audio markets recently returned to the Old Savoy Theatre in Northampton to stage POLAR EXPO, a unique day-long event where integrators, AV consultants, rental companies, sound engineers and everyone passionate about technology, were able to see, hear and explore the full POLAR catalogue.

ST. ROBO and GLP create immersive world for Wincent Weiss’s arena tour

17/06/2025 - Production News

Germany – For Wincent Weiss’s arena tour in March 2025, the renowned design studio ST. ROBO developed a fully integrated show design including set, lighting and content, as well as IMAG and creative direction. The design concept and implementation were developed in close collaboration within an interdisciplinary team dedicated to developing a new visual language for the artist. The focus was on emotional impact, technical finesse and a deliberate departure from traditional stage conventions.

Robe Lands Huge Order to Transition Estonian Theatres to LED

17/06/2025 - Project News

Estonia – Robe’s Estonian distributor, Tallin-based E&T, is in the final stages of delivering an enormous order for moving and LED lights for ten major theatres across the country, where all forms of live performance are strongly engrained in Estonian culture and being entertained by theatre is a hugely popular activity.

NTU opens new virtual production studio featuring ROE Visual LED and Brompton Technology’s groundbreaking TrueLight technology

17/06/2025 - Project News

UK – Nottingham Trent University (NTU), a world-class educational facility known for its cutting-edge digital media and production programmes, has taken a significant step forward in preparing students for the evolving landscape of virtual production. With the recent installation of a state-of-the-art virtual production studio, including ROE Visuals latest full-spectrum LED technology powered by Brompton LED processing and, for the first time, its groundbreaking TrueLight technology, NTU provides a hands-on learning environment to train future professionals in the skills this industry increasingly demands.

O-Line excels in historic Tasmanian church

17/06/2025 - Project News

Australia – Dating back to 1824, St. John’s Anglican church in Launceston, Tasmania is the oldest church in the city, having recently celebrated its 200th anniversary. To mark the bicentennial the church committee commissioned a major upgrade, largely to enhance speech intelligibility. GUZ BOX design + audio, headed by founder Tim Kuschel, were tasked with overseeing the acoustic and electroacoustic design works.

National Theatre Invests Further in EXE Technology Chain Hoists to Enhance Stage Capabilities

17/06/2025 - Project News

UK – London’s iconic National Theatre has reaffirmed its commitment to technical excellence and safety with additional investment in EXE Technology chain hoists, further strengthening its position as one of the most advanced and innovative theatrical institutions in the world.

Alfalite launches SKYPIX, a new ceiling-mounted LED panel for virtual production environments

17/06/2025 - Equipment News

Alfalite, the only European manufacturer of LED displays, has announced the launch of SKYPIX RGBW and IM, a new series of ceiling-mounted LED panels designed specifically for virtual production (VP XR) environments. This new solution introduces a capability previously unseen in the industry combining RGB video playback with an integrated white lighting channel to deliver more natural, coherent and adaptable scenes from above.

The Profile Awards Winners 2025

16/06/2025 - Event News

The Profile Awards were created and are co-ordinated by Durham and Jennie Marenghi in association with the ALPD, the ABTT and the STLD; the Awards recognise lighting design excellence in theatre and television in the UK and the second iteration of the event was held at the Alexandra Palace Theatre on the 5th of June 2025.

Dein Song illuminates talent with Hippotizer

16/06/2025 - Production News

Germany – Germany’s hit TV show Dein Song showcased the best emerging songwriters this spring with each contestant performing amid bespoke content displayed on three LED screens, all driven by Hippotizer media servers.

Wealdstone Announce New Major Partnership with Version 2 as DigitalaAnd Broadcast Partner

16/06/2025 - Business News

UK – Wealdstone FC has announced a new major partnership with Version 2, who will become its new official digital and broadcast partner.

Ruth and Nathan Hale Theater Enthralling Audiences with Modern Elation Lighting Rig

16/06/2025 - Project News

USA – The Ruth and Nathan Hale Theater, also known as The Ruth at dōTERRA, opened its doors on 4 January, 2025, and is already making a name for itself as a premier performing arts venue. A culmination of years of planning, the stunning new venue in Pleasant Grove, Utah, is equipped with Elation’s latest lighting technology.

Robe Taps into Lady Gaga Mayhem at Coachella

13/06/2025 - Production News

USA – Lady Gaga is an artist who excels at delivering unique, ambitious visual live extravaganzas that engage the eyes, brain and heart in an intricate mix of drama, high-impact dance moves and energising music, and this year’s acclaimed Coachella headliner slot took this art to new levels. Her two-hour performance complete with elaborate costumes, epic set, thought-provoking video and diligently crafted lighting has been hailed as a masterpiece of stagecraft.

Martin Thomas Creates Moments at JJ Grey & Mofro Festival with 100 Chauvet Professional Fixtures

13/06/2025 - Production News

USA – JJ Grey had one bit of advice for the artists who joined him and his band Mofro for their two-day festival, “The Blackwater Sol Revival,” which kicked off on 24 May. “Don’t stand on the side of the stage because I’m going to put you on the spot.”

ABTT announce 2025 Product Award Winners

13/06/2025 - Event News

UK – On 4th June, the Association of British Theatre Technicians hosted its prestigious Annual Awards after a busy first day of the ABTT Theatre Show at Alexandra Palace, London. This event is a cornerstone of the ABTT, dedicated to honouring outstanding contributions to the theatre and live events sector. The evening began with drinks for attendees, kindly provided by the show’s sponsor TAIT, creating a vibrant atmosphere. With all seats occupied and limited standing room left available, the occasion recognised the remarkable achievements of those who are shaping the future of the industry.

Pitbull’s Vegas residency comes alive with JDC2 IP and impression X5 Compact

13/06/2025 - Production News

USA – Pitbull, the Grammy Award-winning American rapper, singer, actor and entrepreneur, recently wowed audiences at the Fontainebleau Las Vegas resort hotel, the first phase of a residency which will resume in May, picking up incredible reviews.

XTA DPA100 in MiNT Conditions

13/06/2025 - Production News

UK – With its origins in the celebrated MiNT Club in Leeds, MiNT Festival is Yorkshire’s biggest dance music event. The Festival, which evolved from a collection of local gatherings, takes place near the city on a purpose-built arena at the 130-acre Newsam Farm, attracting thousands of Leeds music lovers to its multiple stages. Now a prominent event in the UK festival calendar, MiNT’s reputation was further enhanced by this year’s outstanding edition which featured Josh Baker's You&Me, Morgan Seatree's Unfussy, plus Patrick Topping, Kettama, East End Dubs and more. East Anglia-based Audio Plus provided sound across the site.

Leyard Partners with T1V on High Impact Space

13/06/2025 - Project News

UK – As organisations rethink the role of the office space in a post-pandemic world, Leyard, a global leader in visualisation technology has partnered with T1V, a pioneer in interactive collaboration software, to unveil a new kind of workspace: the High Impact Space. Located at Leyard/Planar’s London showroom near Chancery Lane, this state-of-the-art installation features a stunning 4.8-metre wide curved touch LED wall integrated with T1V’s ThinkHub and Story software, offering a bold vision of what collaborative environments can and should be.

MGN Events Unveils Bold New Website and Brand Refresh to Reflect Evolving Consumer Expectations

13/06/2025 - Business News

UK – Windsor-based global creative events agency MGN Events has launched a new website and refreshed brand identity, doubling down on its commitment to delivering authentic, detail-driven experiences across the world.

Theatrixx joins Brompton Technology’s Panel Manufacturer Partner Programme as Blue Partner

13/06/2025 - Business News

Canada – Brompton Technology, a global leader in LED video processing solutions, has announced that Theatrixx Technologies Inc, a Montreal-based manufacturer and distributor of professional audiovisual equipment specially adapted for the performing arts, events and entertainment sectors, has joined its Panel Manufacturer Partner Programme as a Blue Partner. This milestone marks a new chapter in a growing relationship between the two companies, rooted in a shared commitment to innovation, reliability and excellence in professional audiovisual solutions.

Jimmy Lawlor Makes Once Upon a Dream Come True at Gulfshore Playhouse with Chauvet Professional

12/06/2025 - Production News

USA – On its website, the Gulfshore Playhouse declares that it is “passionately committed to enriching the cultural landscape of our region by producing professional theatre to the highest artistic standards.” Over the course of a season, the 368-seat main Moran theatre (part of a new 40,243 sq. ft. complex) fulfils this mission in superb fashion, welcoming touring troupes from Broadway and beyond for a diverse mix of productions.

ABTT announce 2025 People Award Winners

12/06/2025 - Event News

UK – What an evening to remember! On 4th June, the ABTT Theatre Show came alive at Alexandra Palace in London with the thrilling Annual ABTT Awards hosted by the Association of British Theatre Technicians. This event is a major highlight, showcasing the amazing contributions people in the industry have been making to theatre and live events. Thanks to the show’s generous sponsor, TAIT, attendees enjoyed refreshing drinks that fuelled the excitement. With a packed house and a buzz in the air, the ABTT celebrated the remarkable talents driving the future of the industry!

Broadweigh Load Cells Central to Eurovision 2025 Rigging Strategy

12/06/2025 - Production News

Switzerland – More than 120 Broadweigh load cells were deployed at this year’s Eurovision Song Contest in Basel. The competition, watched live on TV by millions of fans across the world, was technically complex and visually ambitious, with the comprehensive rigging solution managed by BIGRIG.

Production Futures Gears Up for Largest Show to Date

12/06/2025 - Event News

UK – Production Futures has announced that it will bring the curtain down on 2025 with its largest ON TOUR show to date. The event will take place at Production Park, Wakefield on Thursday 27th November and will promote employability, transferable skills, diversity, free training and networking, as well as presenting paid work opportunities to newcomers across the live event and broadcast production industry.

Heritage Baptist Church upgrades its Martin Audio PA—a quarter of a century later

12/06/2025 - Project News

USA – Back in the year 2000, RMB Audio – one of Martin Audio’s longest serving global partners – installed a Wavefront W0.5 miniature high performance speaker solution in Heritage Baptist Church in Zebulon, North Carolina.

KV2 Audio Sets a New Standard in Precision Monitoring and Audio Clarity with ESD312 Loudspeaker

11/06/2025 - Equipment News

KV2 Audio, an industry leader in audio solutions, has announced the launch of the new ESD312 loudspeaker that redefines versatility, performance and precision monitoring for DJs and sound professionals.

Axel Melchior Adds New Dimension to Circus Knie with Chauvet Professional

11/06/2025 - Production News

Switzerland – Mottos are quite easy to make up, but living up to their grandiose claims? Well, that’s often another story, unless you are talking about Circus Knie 2025. This year, the iconic circus presented itself as offering “a mixture of fantasy, poetry and magic.” An idle claim? Hardly. All three of these wonderful qualities blossomed throughout the big tent as breathtaking human and animal performances, along with some hilarious comedic interludes dazzled the senses and tickled the imagination.

AbsenLive Thrives with Dynamic UK Team Expansion

11/06/2025 - People News

UK – AbsenLive, a sub-category brand of leading LED manufacturer Absen, has announced the appointment of Murray Scott to its growing UK team and in the process bolster its rental services and solutions for the events, virtual production and broadcasting sectors.

Proctors replaces 200 parcans with 35 ultra-powerful GLP impression X5 IP Maxx

11/06/2025 - Project News

USA – With an eminent history dating back almost 100 years, Proctors is a 2,646-capacity theatre based in Schenectady, upstate New York.

POLAR Supplies Lake, Radial, and beyerdynamic for Production and Touring Ltd

11/06/2025 - Production News

UK – “The Lake processor has since become a major part of my audio arsenal and I can’t imagine doing shows without one now,” enthuses Graham Pattison.

Benson Boone’s Engineers Positively Flip Over DiGiCo Quantum Consoles

10/06/2025 - Production News

USA – In just a few short years, Benson Boone has gone from a brief stint on American Idol and his first chart-topping single to opening for Taylor Swift at London’s Wembley Stadium and performing on the main stage at Coachella 2025. With his highly anticipated second album, American Heart, released on 20 June, Boone is currently playing the summer festival circuit, followed by arena shows across the US and Europe, including Madison Square Garden, with DiGiCo Quantum338 consoles supplied by Clair Global at front of house and monitors.

HK Audio POLAR MK2 – The new gold standard for compact column PA systems

10/06/2025 - Equipment News

With the new POLAR MK2 series, HK Audio presents a column PA system that takes sound quality, versatility and design to a new level. Developed for DJs, musicians, event managers and business users, POLAR MK2 delivers impressive performance in a well-designed, mobile format. Modern technology, intuitive operation and uncompromising functionality make it the ideal all-in-one solution for stage, event and presentation applications.

The POLAR MK2 series is the logical evolution of one of the world's most successful column PA systems. Crystal-clear, distortion-free sound, powerful bass and innovative features are combined with elegant design and maximum flexibility. Whether for small stages, mobile DJ performances or high-quality business presentations, POLAR MK2 delivers professional audio quality in every situation.

Robe SVOPATTS for Amadeus Awards Event

10/06/2025 - Production News

Austria – Vienna’s Marx Halle bristled with excitement for the 2025 Amadeus Austrian Music Awards, a big and super glamorous night out for the Austrian music industry, staged by IFPI Austria to recognise outstanding achievements by Austrian artists and musicians.

Artscape Theatre invests in the future with Robert Juliat LED followspots from DWR Distribution

10/06/2025 - Project News

South Africa – South Africa’s long-established, premiere theatre venue, Artscape Theatre, has invested in four Robert Juliat Arthur 800W LED followspots and three Robert Juliat Oz 600W LED followspots, supplied by Robert Juliat’s exclusive distributor for South Africa, DWR Distribution.

Elation’s Paragon Named Lighting Product of the Year at ABTT Theatre Show

10/06/2025 - Event News

UK – Elation is incredibly proud and thrilled to announce that its Paragon S LED profile moving head has been awarded Lighting Product of the Year at the prestigious ABTT Theatre Show.

Almaty Theatre enjoys Kazakhstan’s first DiGiCo Quantum 338 T

10/06/2025 - Production News

Kazakhstan – Almaty Theatre is a gem in Kazakhstan. Well-known for excellence in performance, the venue has undergone many technological enhancements over the last few years, including the recent purchase of a brand-new DiGiCo Quantum 338 T, installed by Samat show technic LLP.

Plymouth’s Junction upgrades with powerful Martin Audio THS

09/06/2025 - Project News

UK – The 235 capacity Junction live music venue in Plymouth recently upgraded its ageing sound reinforcement infrastructure, opting for a Martin Audio premium PA.

Italian Event Specialist Cipiesse Selects Outline GTO C-12 for Flagship Sound

09/06/2025 - Production News

Italy – With nearly 50 years of experience in live events, conventions, corporate meetings, webinars and private functions, Cipiesse – based in Rezzato, near Brescia in Northern Italy’s Lombardy region – is one of the most established providers of technical and organisational services in the area. The company has recently expanded its equipment inventory with a major investment: a GTO C-12 large-format line-array system from Outline, designed for the most demanding live sound applications.

Mike Berger and Travis Hagenbuch Create Versatile Light Wall at ACMA with Chauvet Professional

09/06/2025 - Production News

USA – The stage was big, over 200-feet wide and 100-feet long. So too was the venue, the 510,000 sq. ft. Ford Center at The Star in Frisco, Texas, the practice facility of the Dallas Cowboys. Good thing too because the Academy of Country Music Awards went all out this May to celebrate its 60th anniversary with a spectacularly extravagant show that featured a plethora of stars representing all of the many eras and facets of this vibrant, ever-changing genre.

K-array adopts NDI across its Kommander range of amplifiers

09/06/2025 - Equipment News

K-array, an Italian manufacturer renowned for high-performance, innovative audio solutions, has announced a landmark step forward in AV-over-IP integration. Through a simple software update, its full line of Kommander amplifiers is now NDI-enabled, making K-array the first professional audio brand to natively embed the Network Device Interface (NDI) protocol directly into its amplifiers. No external gateways, licences or additional hardware required.

Claypaky Fixtures Light Up Mexican Band Matute’s New Disco Stereo Tour

09/06/2025 - Production News

Americas – Mexican band Matute is playing dates in Mexico and the US with their Disco Stereo Tour, which takes fans on a journey through the most iconic LPs of the 1970s, ’80s and ’90s. Claypaky Tamboras, Sharpy X Frames and Midi-B FX fixtures light up the stage as Matute blends the analogue charm of vinyl with immersive visuals and a setlist packed with dance floor classics.

P3 Purmerend Upgrades Lighting with Robe

06/06/2025 - Project News

The Netherlands – A dynamic package of Robe moving lights has been installed at the busy P3 popodium music venue in Purmerend, a city and municipality in the province of North Holland in the west Netherlands.

Brompton Technology powers Sony’s new Crystal LED CAPRI, unlocking scaleable virtual production for all

06/06/2025 - Business News

Building on the success of previous collaborations in the virtual production space, Sony Corporation has once again selected Brompton Technology’s Tessera LED processing to power the latest addition to its Crystal LED display portfolio: the new CAPRI series ZRD-VS25FB. Engineered to deliver Sony’s renowned visual performance with added flexibility and value, CAPRI brings high-end virtual production capabilities within reach of a broader range of users.

Pierre Claude Uses Space, Light and Chauvet Professional to Reflect Moods of Etienne de Crécy Tour

06/06/2025 - Production News

France – Space is the breath of art, Frank Lloyd Wright once observed before he went on to revolutionise architecture with his open, elemental designs. This philosophy is compatible with the approach that Etienne de Crécy follows with his art. Like Wright who pioneered new ideas in building design, the Lyon-born electronic music maestro has blazed new paths by giving his sounds the space (in both the literal and figurative sense), to flourish.

Bose Professional Forum Series Loudspeakers – Small Wonders with Outsized Performance

06/06/2025 - Equipment News

Bose Professional, developer of world-class audio experiences designed to transform any space, has announced the global availability of the Forum series multi-purpose loudspeakers. The Bose Professional Forum series offers exceptional fidelity and surprisingly high output in a compact, install-friendly form factor, bringing a level of performance that’s rarely found in loudspeakers of comparable size and price.

Elation Takes on Harshest Installation Challenges with Outdoor Permanent Specification (OPS)

06/06/2025 - Equipment News

Elation has announced the launch of its new OPS Series (Outdoor Permanent Specification), a durable, long-lasting solution for permanent outdoor installations. The OPS series enhances some of Elation’s most popular IP65/66-rated lighting fixtures, providing a ruggedised version designed specifically for demanding environments such as theme parks, cruise ships and other marine environments, museums, experiential installations and more. Built for long-lasting performance in harsh conditions, the OPS Series ensures consistent, reliable use in both indoor and outdoor settings.

Andrea Bocelli delivers cinematic 360 soundscapes with Britannia Row Productions’ engineering support

06/06/2025 - Production News

UK – Celebrated Italian tenor, Andrea Bocelli, has delivered his latest live offering through an L-ISA immersive spatial audio system, an all-encompassing sound experience taking fans through three decades of operatic and orchestral excellence.

GLP makes a grand appearance at Academy of Country Music Awards

06/06/2025 - Production News

USA – The 60th edition of the Academy of Country Music Awards (ACM) saw a return to the Ford Center at The Star in Frisco, Texas and hosted by country legend Reba McEntire for the 18th time.

HK Audio deliver crystal clear sound for Malaysia’s Aidilfitri Madani celebration

06/06/2025 - Production News

Malaysia – HK Audio helped set the tone for a high-profile celebration at the Majlis Sambutan Aidilfitri Madani 2025, held on 19 April at Stadium Perpaduan Petra Jaya in Kuching. The event brought together a mix of cultural performances and official speeches in front of thousands of attendees, including Malaysia’s Prime Minister, the Premier of Sarawak and other senior officials, all supported by a powerful and precise HK Audio sound system.

Top-Tier Sound at Jazzclub Karlsruhe: Lawo mc²36 Mixing Console and Schoeps Microphones Deliver an Unparalleled Listening Experience

06/06/2025 - Project News

Germany – Since its founding in the 1960s, Jazzclub Karlsruhe has become a cornerstone of Germany’s cultural scene. With legendary performances by artists such as Albert Mangelsdorff and Dexter Gordon, the club has secured a lasting place in the jazz world and continues to serve as a vital platform for the genre in all its diversity. The journey to this point was not without challenges: after years of searching and several temporary venues, the club finally found a permanent home in the heart of Karlsruhe. In its new location, the club now leverages cutting-edge technology to deliver exceptional sound quality and an unforgettable auditory experience.

Madrid nightclub gets an audio boost from Renkus-Heinz

05/06/2025 - Project News

Spain – Anyone who has walked the streets of Madrid after dark will know that the city is packed with nightlife options to suit any taste and any budget. With so much choice, clubs and bars in the city need to work hard to stand out and Ayala 120 is doing just that.

Clear-Com Technology Powers Groundbreaking Live Outdoor Sequence in Broadway’s Sunset Boulevard Revival

05/06/2025 - Production News

USA - Clear-Com’s FreeSpeak II beltpacks are at the heart of a remarkable outdoor tracking sequence in the Broadway revival of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Sunset Boulevard, directed by Jamie Lloyd. This cinematic, real-time scene begins backstage at the St. James Theatre and spills out onto West 44th Street, with the production captured live on a massive LCD screen. The ambitious sequence, involving 62 cast and crew members requires precision timing, flawless communication and robust technology to execute every night.

Backup Tech announces the return of ‘The Backup Fabulous Village Fete’ for 2025

05/06/2025 - Event News

UK – Backup Tech, the charity supporting those working behind the scenes in the entertainment technology industry, has announced the return of its annual fundraising event. This year's outing has been renamed "The Backup Fabulous Village Fete" in memory of Adam Taylor (AKA Adam Fabulous), an esteemed member of the events industry and well-renowned DJ who was a long-time supporter of the Backup Village Fete.

Chase and Status Comes Alive with PRG

05/06/2025 - Production News

UK – Drum and Bass legends Chase and Status headed out on their ambitious live tour across some of the UK’s biggest arenas with a stunning ROE video screen and MoveKet automation package from PRG UK.

Adlib Completes its Role in the Major Refurbishment of Glasgow’s Citizens Theatre

05/06/2025 - Project News

UK – Adlib has confirmed the completion of the supply and installation of the stage engineering systems for the Citizens Theatre in Glasgow, which is due to reopen in August 2025, with a full season programme launching in September 2025.

Showlight 2025 – Showlight 2025 makes a triumphant return

05/06/2025 - Event News

France – Showlight 2025 made a triumphant return in May, revived and rejuvenated after an eight-year break, visiting the historic city of Dijon, appropriately for Showlight, one of France’s centres of art and gastronomy.

Maya Strauss Evoke Timeless Mood of Summer in Dancing at Lughnasa with Chauvet Professional

05/06/2025 - Production News

USA – Life begins again with summer, wrote F. Scott Fitzgerald. Perhaps that is why everything seems possible during this season of long nights and sunny days, especially to the young.

Claypaky Fixtures Support Lighting Designer Tim Routledge for Eurovision Song Contest 2025 in Switzerland

05/06/2025 - Production News

Switzerland – An array of Claypaky lighting fixtures, including Volero Cubes, Arolla Aqua LT, Arolla Aqua, Sharpy X Frames and HY B-EYE K25s, was chosen by lighting designer Tim Routledge to illuminate the Eurovision Song Contest 2025 (ESC) held at the St. Jakobshalle arena in Basel, Switzerland.

WORK PRO introduces the Raptor Series – a new portable PA System

05/06/2025 - Equipment News

WORK PRO, a stand-alone brand from Spanish manufacturer Equipson has announced the launch of the Raptor series, a new line of audio systems that redefines ease of installation and sound performance for audiovisual professionals. The new series includes two models: Raptor 8 and Raptor 10, both designed to offer superior sound experience and hassle-free installation.

Brad Schiller joins GLP to lead new department

05/06/2025 - People News

USA – A very well-known figure in the entertainment lighting industry, Brad Schiller has joined GLP to lead the new Lighting Technology Engagement Team, based out of the company’s Americas headquarters in Los Angeles, California.

Linea Research Appoints Vardhaman Megatech (VMT) as Distribution Partner in India

05/06/2025 - Business News

India – Linea Research has announced the appointment of Vardhaman Megatech Pvt. Ltd (VMT) as its exclusive distribution partner for India, extending the global reach of the UK-based manufacturer of advanced amplifiers, DSP platforms and networked audio solutions.

Area Four Industries Igniting the Festival Season with SEL Live at Land Beyond!

03/06/2025 - Production News

UK – Event production company SEL Live launched the 2025 festival season with a bang, returning with the 2025 edition of ‘Land Beyond Festival’, which descended into Brighton’s Waterfront from 2 to 4 May.

LD Systems Ramps Up the Robe for Rodeo Houston

03/06/2025 - Production News

USA – Lighting designer Nathan Brittain from Houston, Texas-based lighting rental specialist LD Systems oversaw a major lighting upgrade for the live concert element of this year’s Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo (known as Rodeo Houston) which included adding over 150 Robe moving lights to the rig.

KV2 Audio announce ABTT demo room in show first

03/06/2025 - Event News

UK – KV2 Audio has announced that in an ABTT Theatre Show first, the company will be taking over the Roman Bar for the duration of this year’s show.

Tim Routledge features Ayrton fixtures at the Eurovision Song Contest 2025

03/06/2025 - Production News

Switzerland – The 69th Eurovision Song Contest, hosted by Swiss broadcaster SRG SSR, and co-ordinated by the EBU (European Broadcasting Union), took place in the St. Jakobshalle Arena in Basel, Switzerland in front of an audience of 6,500 people, a further 36,000 watching on screens at a nearby football stadium, a global audience of 170 million viewers and over two billion online views.

MDG appoints menzi ebz as new exclusive distributor for Switzerland and Liechtenstein

03/06/2025 - Business News

Switzerland – MDG has announced the appointment of menzi ebz ag as its new, exclusive distributor for Switzerland and Liechtenstein. The appointment takes place with immediate effect.

Martin Audio and TiMax team up to take TED Theatre into new immersive dimension

03/06/2025 - Project News

Canada – For one memorable week each year a wing of the large Vancouver Convention Centre event space transforms into the custom-built 1,200-seat TED Theatre which hosts powerful, high-profile talks aimed at driving meaningful change.

How SP helps level-up game day entertainment for the Anaheim Ducks

03/06/2025 - Project News

USA – Immersive technology specialists, Quince Imaging, recently partnered with professional hockey team, the Anaheim Ducks, to install a permanent, projection-mapping solution at their Honda Center home arena in Anaheim, California. The installation aimed to enhance the Ducks’ fan experience through engaging, interactive visuals, especially during half-time breaks. At the centre of this project is Stage Precision’s SP software, which plays an integral part in Quince Imaging’s production workflow, allowing for precise tracking, calibration and real-time data integration.

ORIA Integral Part of ‘Unique’ Immersive Whale-Watching Experience Room

02/06/2025 - Project News

Argentina – A brand-new immersive sound experience has opened recently at Punta Ballena, a leading whale-watching centre in Puerto Pirámides. The set-up in the experience room uses Dolby Atmos technology with Audient ORIA at its heart and introduces a new, innovative dimension for tourists visiting the centre.

New Outline System in Prague

02/06/2025 - Production News

Czech Republic – Ton Production, a fast-growing rental and production company based in Prague, has expanded its audio inventory with a new Outline sound system. The set-up includes sixteen Mantas 28 line-array modules, eight DBS 18-2 subwoofers and Outline’s GTA Series power amplifiers, supplied by Outline’s Czech distributor, LightNeq s.r.o.

Chauvet Professional Helps Steve Lieberman Create Club Atmosphere at Coachella’s Yuma Tent