The new 2nd generation of KVANT’s Architect is a high-power static-beam lasers (sometimes called sky lasers or landmark lasers) that is an extremely powerful 400W laser system for outdoor architectural and landmark illumination applications. Built into an IP65-rated housing, the Architect is designed to withstand even the harshest environments. Additionally, with the optional DMX-controlled Pan/Tilt platform, you can truly “scan” the skies.
It is with great sadness that The Association for Lighting Production and Design (The ALPD) heard the news that its Co-Founder and President, passed away. Richard Pilbrow, esteemed Member No. 1, had been the association’s President for many years. A distinguished lighting designer, producer, and writer, he was a hugely respected consultant for the construction of new performing arts. He was the first Lighting Director of the National Theatre and Founder of Theatre Projects.Read More »The ALPD On The Passing of Founder, Richard Pilbrow
The ProProduction Sessions at NAMM presented by PLSN & FOH is excited to announce that the design team and some of the vendors of Metallica’s M72 Tour will be joining us for Inside the Snake Pit: The Creative Team Behind Metallica’s Tour Designs.The panel speakers will be Creative Director/Production Designer Dan Braun, Lighting Designer Rob Koenig, & Video Director/Designer Gene McAuliffe, along with David Hunkins from 4Wall, and panelists from Tait and PGP joining moderator Michael Eddy. This session wil be on Friday, Jan. 26, 2024 at 1:00pm – 2:00pm in Room 204A at the Anaheim Convention Center as part of the NAMM Show.
This month, PLSN Editor Michael Eddy shifts the Editor’s Note spotlight to a message from the Just a Bunch of Roadies (JABOR) organization.
Here’s a look at the Parnelli Award’s Indispensable Technology Product nominees for lighting, video, and staging & special effects.
The development journey of Elation Professional’s DyLOS, the Obsidian Control Systems’ pixel composer.
Lighting Designer Corey Easterbrook discusses the dynamic colors and gear choices for Neon Trees’ “The Favorite Daze” tour
An in-depth look at Club Cannon’s Pro Jet w/ LED Attachment II, plus product details from ADJ, Blizzard, CryoFX, Elation, ETC/High End Systems, hazebase America, Image Engineering, Look Solutions, Martin/Jem, Master FX, MDG and PMI’s SmokeGenie
Production Designer Steven Douglas and Tour Director Duchess Iredale bring together Hozier’s “Unreal Unearth” tour.
For the co-headlining tour of Modest Mouse and the Pixies, Designers Dave Morris and Nathaniel Beckett created a partially shared rig for two distinct designs.
Production Designer Travis Shirley puts the audience in the passenger seat for Weezer’s “Indie Rock Road Trip” tour
Dutch producer/electronic musician San Holo’s “Existential Dance Music” tour