Guns on a Bus?
With his Oct. 2019 column, Chris Lose outlines the many legal and logistical hurdles faced by crew members who want to bring a deadly weapon… Read More »Guns on a Bus?
Bringing Animals to the Live Stage
In bringing the Bible to the stage, Sight & Sound Theatres works to create an immersive live experience that makes the audience feel as if… Read More »Bringing Animals to the Live Stage
One 8K Camera, Four Separate Crops for I-Mag
PLSN was recently invited to the Solotech office in Las Vegas for a sneak peek at the new Panasonic 8K ROI (Region of Interest) camera… Read More »One 8K Camera, Four Separate Crops for I-Mag
Don’t Get Monkey-Wrenched
I used to think that I could be all things to all people. I thought that I could get every client and every crewmember to… Read More »Don’t Get Monkey-Wrenched
Perusing Programming Platforms and Pitfalls
There are several key manufacturers of lighting consoles in our industry, and each have their pros and cons when it comes to programming and operation.… Read More »Perusing Programming Platforms and Pitfalls
Behind-the-Scenes Plumbing for “Luzia”
Cirque du Soleil’s Luzia features turntables with a 10-foot diameter pool in the center that serves as a key focal point during part of the… Read More »Behind-the-Scenes Plumbing for “Luzia”
What Makes GTDF and MVR So Powerful
As a lighting designer and programmer, I’m often in the seat of creating the lighting plot, the patch, the lighting paperwork, and the previz model.… Read More »What Makes GTDF and MVR So Powerful
Before Programming, Conduct a Proper Rig Check
A proper rig check is paramount to the duties of a programmer, prior to starting any actual programming. First, you need to confirm that the… Read More »Before Programming, Conduct a Proper Rig Check
Augment the Audience Experience
In the August 2019 issue of PLSN magazine, LD-at-Large Chris Lose discusses five ways to ensure that your 21st century crowd gets the best experience… Read More »Augment the Audience Experience
Synchronizing Video and Lighting for Martina McBride
For Martina McBride’s 2019 tour, Andre Huff is using Avolites control technologies to synchronize lighting and video looks. “What’s been great about Synergy is that… Read More »Synchronizing Video and Lighting for Martina McBride
Hometown Hero Recognition Helps as a Recruiting Tool, Too
If people are saying good things about your company, it helps you get gigs and the qualified people you need to ensure that you stay… Read More »Hometown Hero Recognition Helps as a Recruiting Tool, Too
When it Comes to Good Health, Sleep is Not Really Optional
During some productions, you may find it best to work as a “vampire” by programming during the night and sleeping during the day. It can… Read More »When it Comes to Good Health, Sleep is Not Really Optional