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13th Annual Touring Career Workshop, Nov. 12 in Nashville Free Expert Advice and Support for the Touring Industry

13th Annual Touring Career Workshop, Nov. 12 in Nashville Free Expert Advice and Support for the Touring Industry

The 13th annual Touring Career Workshop (TCW) will be held Tuesday, November 12, 4 p.m., at the Soundcheck Annex in Nashville. Attendees will have the unique opportunity to delve into essential topics such as mental, physical, and fiscal health, work/life balance, crafting a solid business plan, and securing that coveted gig through engaging breakout sessions. 

Justin Munana’s Dynamic Performance Environment Design for Chris Brown ’11:11 Tour’ Features Elation

Justin Munana, aka Collie, of design house Nimblist employed 138 Elation ARTISTE MONET LED framing profile luminaires for Chris Brown’s recently concluded ’11:11 Tour’. The fixtures ensured a consistent wash over the entire set, contributing to the elaborate and visually striking production. Fuse Technical Group provided lighting and video.

Bringing Virtual Production to Doctor Who

Learn how the “war-torn” world of Kastarion 3 was brought to life on the Doctor Who set for the episode BOOM. Virtual Production Supervisor Billy Brooks, Sepp Sonntag, Virtual Art Department Supervisor, and Nick Verdugo, VP Technician explain the set up that realized an immersive world for the actors and ultimately the viewing audience.

Inner Circle Distribution Welcomes Darrell Barnes as Sales Manager for Central U.S.

Inner Circle Distribution (ICD) announces the appointment of Darrell Barnes as the company’s new Sales Manager for the Central U.S. region, effective October 14th, 2024. With over two decades of experience in the professional lighting industry, Barnes brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise in lighting, entertainment, stage lighting, lighting control, and lighting design.

The Stage Managers’ Association Announces 2024 Del Hughes Awards for Lifetime Achievement in the Art of Stage Management

On Monday October 28th, 2024, the Stage Managers’ Association (SMA) will present its annual Del Hughes Awards for Lifetime Achievement in the Art of Stage Management at the National Opera Center’s Marc A. Scorca Hall in NYC. The distinguished 2024 honorees are theatrical Production Stage Managers Lloyd Davis, Jr., Ed De Shae, and Denise Yaney.

Brompton-Powered Racquet Studios Relocates to Further Strengthen Ties with Key Education Partners

Launched in June 2023, Eastbourne, Sussex-based Racquet Studios recognized the potential of virtual production. A year in the making, and after rigorous testing and trialing, a state-of-the art facilities for virtual film production, education, and specialist research and development was created, which relies on Brompton Technology LED processing to power their LED setup.

Claypaky Xtylos Shine on Lynyrd Skynyrd’s ‘The Sharp Dressed Simple Man Tour’

Jonny “Tosser” Tosserello, Lighting Designer/Director for Lynyrd Skynyrd, is continuing his long-time use of Claypaky Xtylos for ‘The Sharp Dressed Simple Man Tour’ with ZZ Top co-headlining. Lynyrd Skynyrd, which celebrated its 50th anniversary last year, kicked off the North American leg, with ZZ Top, in July with lighting support from Premier Global Production.