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Squeek Lights Adds Jolt Bar FX LED Fixtures to Expanding Inventory of ADJ Products

Victor Zeiser (with Ruby the dog, the Squeek Lights’ mascot), Steven Kosiba and Ben Kelly. Photo by Brian Dowdle

Concert tour lighting specialist Squeek Lights has expanded its rental inventory with the purchase of 36 ADJ Jolt Bar FX multifunctional strobe / blinder / wash / effect fixtures. The company, which specializes in delivering impactful lighting that complements the music and enhances the crowd’s energy, made the investment following positive experiences with other ADJ lighting fixtures and LED video products. The units are now set to go out on various tours this fall, providing lighting designers with a wide palette of effects to enhance their shows.Read More »Squeek Lights Adds Jolt Bar FX LED Fixtures to Expanding Inventory of ADJ Products

Proteus Plays Key Role in Al Gurdon Design for Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games

Acclaimed designer turns to Proteus Maximus™, Proteus Excalibur™ and new Proteus Rayzor Blade™ for entertaining, impactful Opening and Closing Ceremonies

Fireworks are set off around the stadium during the Opening Ceremony of the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games at Alexander Stadium on July 28, 2022. (Photo by David Ramos/Getty Images)

Some 72 nations and territories came together July 28 – August 8 in Alexander Stadium in Birmingham, England, for the 2022 Commonwealth Games. Lighting the Opening and Closing Ceremonies of the quadrennial multi-sport event was Al Gurdon of Incandescent Design who used over 300 Elation Professional IP65 Proteus luminaires to light the festivities.Read More »Proteus Plays Key Role in Al Gurdon Design for Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games

Bandit Lites supplied gear for the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Awards staged at Wynn Las Vegas on Dec. 5, 2014.

LD Jason Robinson Lights NASCAR Awards with Bandit-Supplied Rig

LAS VEGAS — LD Jason Robinson worked with set designer Tom Sellars on the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Awards, staged at the Wynn Las Vegas and telecast live on the Fox Sports 1 network Dec. 5. The awards show design included more than 750 Versa Tubes along with VL3500 Washes, MAC Viper Profiles, GLP Impressions, Color Kinetics LEDs, GRNLite Par 64s and Atomic 3000 strobes, all supplied by Bandit Lites.

The New York Festival of Light to Debut in Brooklyn Nov. 6-8, 2014

The New York Festival of Light to Debut in Brooklyn Nov. 6-8, 2014

BROOKLYN, NY – For three nights, Brooklyn’s DUMBO district will light up with the inaugural New York Festival of Light, a new annual outdoor lighting event featuring a laser show presented by 2014 Parnelli Visionary award winner Howard Ungerleider. The free, open-to-the-public event is set to take place Nov. 6-8, and Elation Professional is one of the new event’s sponsors.

The 11th annual Premios Juventud Awards Show, broadcast live from the BankUnited Center at the University of Miami on the Univision network July 17, 2014, got a visual assist from d3's DMX control feature, SockPuppet, along with 3D previsualization and playback using d3 Technologies systems.

Premios Juventud Awards Show Uses d3’s SockPuppet

MIAMI – The 11th annual Premios Juventud Awards Show, broadcast live from the BankUnited Center at the University of Miami on the Univision network July 17, 2014, got a visual assist from d3’s DMX control feature, SockPuppet, along with 3D previsualization and playback using d3 Technologies systems.

Siena golf course, site of the PLSN and FRONT of HOUSE Parnelli Classic Golf Tournament, set for Thursday, Nov. 20, 2014.

Registration is Now Open for the 2014 Parnelli Classic Golf Tournament!

LAS VEGAS — If building a stronger relationship with others in the industry is why you’re planning to travel to Las Vegas this November, it might be a good idea to “think outside the box” of the hectic Las Vegas Convention Center and picture yourself on the beautiful green expanse of the Siena Golf Club. That’s where the PLSN and FRONT of HOUSE Parnelli Classic Golf Tournament will take place on Thursday, Nov. 20. Registration is now open and sponsorship opportunities are still available!

ESA Plans First Event Safety Summit for Dec. 2-5, 2014

ESA Plans First Event Safety Summit for Dec. 2-5, 2014

LITITZ, PA — The Event Safety Alliance noted plans for its inaugural Event Safety Summit, to be held at Tait Towers’ headquarters here from Dec. 2-5, 2014. Safety topics covered include severe weather, effective command systems, event safety plans and procedures, safe access training, legal issues, coordinating safety planning with public safety officials and working effectively with your insurer. The $1,750 registration fee covers instruction, materials and food; participants will be responsible for lodging and airport transportation costs.

TLS Productions Open House/Product Showcase Set for Sept. 23-24

TLS Productions Open House/Product Showcase Set for Sept. 23-24

ANN ARBOR, MI — TLS Productions, Inc. announced plans for their first annual Open House & New Product Showcase. The event, set for Sept. 23-24, 2014, will include lighting, rigging, AV and special effects product demonstrations from ETC, Creative Stage Lighting / High End Systems, American DJ, Elation, A.C.T. Lighting, Stagemaker and The Light Source, among others.

Basspod Stage at EDC Vegas Featured 82 Nexus 4x4 COB LED Panels. Photo by Aldo Parenti

Basspod Stage at EDC Vegas Featured 82 Nexus 4×4 COB LED Panels

LAS VEGAS – For the 200-by-80-foot Basspod stage at this year’s Electric Daisy Carnival (EDC) music festival held June 20-22, 30 acts including Pegboard Nerds, Infected Mushroom and Loadstar, among others, performed with a lighting design overseen by LD Steve Lieberman. The rig included 82  Nexus 4×4 COB LED panels from Chauvet Professional.

Howard Ungerleider to Receive Parnelli Visionary Honor

Howard Ungerleider to Receive Parnelli Visionary Honor

LAS VEGAS — The governing body of the Parnelli Awards announces that Howard Ungerleider will be the 2014 recipient of the Parnelli Visionary Award for his outstanding career and scores of innovations in the lighting and special effect fields. Ungerleider will be presented with the 2014 Parnelli Visionary Award at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas on Nov. 22, 2014.

The 2014 PLSN/FOH Parnelli Classic Golf Tournament takes place at the Siena Golf Club in Las Vegas on Tuesday, June 17.

Register Today for the Parnelli Classic Golf Tournament!

Time is running out to register for the PLSN and FRONT of HOUSE Parnelli Classic Golf Tournament! The premier live-entertainment event during InfoComm, the Parnelli Classic Golf Tournament takes place Tuesday, June 17 at the Siena Golf Club in Las Vegas and brings together leaders of the industry for friendly competition and invaluable networking. Sponsorship opportunities are still available for companies who want to reach the elite of the industry as well. Whether you’re a practiced duffer or a total newbie, the Parnelli Classic is a guaranteed win. Space is limited, so be sure to reserve your spot on the links today!

The 2014 PLSN/FOH Parnelli Classic Golf Tournament takes place at the Siena Golf Club in Las Vegas on Tuesday, June 17.

Parnelli Classic Golf Tournament Moves to June

LAS VEGAS — The captains of the live entertainment and media install industries converge on Las Vegas for the InfoComm show this June, but only one lucky team will be able to carry a Parnelli Classic “First Place” trophy home with them. The PLSN/FOH Parnelli Classic golf tournament will take place Tuesday, June 17 at the Siena Golf Club in Las Vegas, and proceeds will benefit the Parnelli Scholarship fund, supporting the next generation of live entertainment professionals at UNLV.