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Astera Academy is Launched

MUNICH – LED manufacturer Astera launched its new Astera Academy as a resource for LDs, visual designers, DOPs, lighting directors and others to make the most of their time in self-isolation and learn cool new things. The free webinars are designed to help participants get the most out of Astera’s products and app.

The Gambler and the Bandit: Michael Strickland Remembers Kenny Rogers

KNOXVILLE, TN – In the 1970s, Kenny Rogers transformed from a late-night TV pitchman for his Quick-Pickin’ ‘N Fun-Strummin’ home guitar course to a resurgent country-and-rock music sensation. After the death of this remarkable artist on March 20 at 81, Bandit Lites’ Michael Strickland shared some memories of his interactions with longtime client Kenny Rogers over the years.