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‘Wu-Tang: An American Saga’ Takes a Tour Bus Ride Without Leaving the Stage

When the production team of the Hulu series’ “Wu-Tang: An American Saga” had an episode that took place primarily on a tour bus, they brought Carstage, an In-Camera Virtual Effects (ICVFX) specialist, onboard. While dealing with ICVFX for such a large vehicle like a bus may seem daunting, it was something Carstage had already tackled. They also got a big assist from Nationwide Video’s Secaucus, NJ location, which was just a five-minute drive from the filming stage.

Blake Shelton: ‘Back to the Honky Tonk’ Tour

From the creative minds of designers Steve Cohen and Bob Bonniol, working along with Felix Peralta, Blake Shelton’s “Back to the Honky Tonk” tour, with dynamic lighting, a cutting-edge video environment production design and a working bar stage extension, is a visually engaging theatrical experience. We catch up with the team to learn about the design and the practical solutions they relied on to realize it.

ODESZA: ‘The Last Goodbye Tour’

Electronic music with live music from drumline and horn sections produces a unique acoustic and visually arresting live musical experience for ODESZA’s audiences. Co-Creative Directors Luke Tanaka and Sean Kusanagi along with Lighting Designer Kyle Kegan have been working with the band and PM Shane Crowl to ensure the visual design reinforces the dynamic performance on tour and at festivals during “The Last Goodbye Tour.”

Making the Evening Happen: The Sponsors

The annual Parnelli Awards ceremony is the one night a year we shine the spotlight on those who spend their careers away from it, toiling backstage. And the evening wouldn’t be possible without our forward-thinking, industry-supporting sponsors. Here’s a brief introduction to who they are and what they do for our industry.

Don’t Be Like Pine Box

Chris Lose takes a fun look at how to avoid being efficient, responsive and client-centric as he recounts a recent rehearsal studio experience that left him bemused why others don’t offer similar accommodations.

Tickets on Sale for THE Conference: Live at Lititz’s Second Annual Event

Four industry insiders once again bring their expertise, in partnership with the Rock Lititz Community, to build a stronger, healthier touring and live-event industry

After a sold-out launch in 2022, THE Conference: Live at Lititz will return to the Rock Lititz Campus, December 6, 7, and 8, 2023. In partnership with the Rock Lititz Community, CJMS (Charlie Hernandez, Jake Berry, Marty Hom, and Stuart Ross) will continue the work of collaboration, growth, and mentorship at the second annual conference.Read More »Tickets on Sale for THE Conference: Live at Lititz’s Second Annual Event

Partnership With Audinate Brings DANTE AV-H Operability to Marshall IP Cameras

Marshall Electronics, a trusted provider of high-quality and reliable AV equipment for broadcast, proAV, video streaming and multimedia worldwide, announces a collaboration with Audinate, developer of the industry leading Dante® AV-over-IP solution. As part of the collaboration, Marshall will integrate Audinate’s Dante AV-H to its line of AV over IP (H.265/H.264) camera offerings with up to UHD60fps resolution.Read More »Partnership With Audinate Brings DANTE AV-H Operability to Marshall IP Cameras

Chauvet Acquires LynTec

In keeping with its mission of providing customers with cutting edge technological solutions, Chauvet has acquired LynTec, a leading global supplier of electrical power solutions for lighting, video, and audio systems. Founded in 1982, Lenexa, KS-based LynTec is widely known for its advanced lighting control panels, with these products installed in well over 10,000 sites throughout the world.Read More »Chauvet Acquires LynTec

IPS Supports Drama of ‘The Thorn’ with Powerful Visuals from Elation Professional

Illuminate Production Services (IPS) plays an integral role in creating the visual magic that is The Thorn and again this year enhanced the drama using a large package of Elation Professional lighting. Lighting Designer Caleb Franke of IPS uses the dynamic lighting to help sculpt the inspiring story while wowing audiences with a variety of visual effects.Read More »IPS Supports Drama of ‘The Thorn’ with Powerful Visuals from Elation Professional

GLP impression FR1 TM Transforms Der Player’s Atmosphere from Dinner into Party Fever

Since late last year there has been a new player in the Hanseatic city of Hamburg. Set in Hamburg’s Ottensen district, chef and author Jonas Straube appears to have effortlessly combined seeming opposites. Der Player (‘The Player’) is a restaurant, bar, games lounge, and nightclub all rolled into one. The innovative fusion concept posed a challenge for lighting and video planner Axel Fahrenhorst, from Hamburg-based creative consultancy lineareal GmbH. This is because when one seamlessly merges into the other, the lighting requirements change in next to no time.Read More »GLP impression FR1 TM Transforms Der Player’s Atmosphere from Dinner into Party Fever

ADJ USA Expands Sales Team with Appointment of Luis Fermin

Luis Fermin

As part of its ongoing commitment to excellence in customer care, entertainment lighting equipment manufacturer ADJ has expanded its sales team in the United States with the appointment of Luis Fermin as Technical Sales Support. Bringing to the role a wealth of knowledge and experience, Fermin will strengthen the existing team, providing valuable technical support to customers both before and after orders are placed.Read More »ADJ USA Expands Sales Team with Appointment of Luis Fermin