Lighting Design: ‘Macbeth’ and ‘The Notebook’
Here’s a look at look at the lighting gear choices for two lighting designs, one for the opera “Macbeth” in New Zealand and the other in Chicago for the new musical, “The Notebook.”
Bringing Down the Chandelier on Broadway’s ‘The Phantom of the Opera’
Broadway’s longest running show in history, The Phantom of the Opera, takes its final bows and will go dark, closing in mid-April. PLSN speaks with some of the creative and production team who have been with the show since the beginning 35 years ago. Sharing their thoughts are Lighting Designer Andrew Bridge, Associate LD Vivien Leone, Head Electrician Alan Lampel. We also talk with Gary Fails about the fog system, which is integral to the overall impact of the show.
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.
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
Tove Lo ‘Dirt Femme Tour’
Lighting Company
Premier Global Production
Venue
Various (Tour)
Mardi Gras Southeast Texas
Lighting/Staging/Scenic Company
Deep South Productions
Venue
Beaumont Event Centre/Great Lawn
Beaumont TX
Hippotizer Boreal+ MK2 Fires Up Icelandic Idol Visuals
The popular Idol TV singing competition burst back onto Icelandic screens recently after a hiatus of more than ten years, updating its staging and visuals… Read More »Hippotizer Boreal+ MK2 Fires Up Icelandic Idol Visuals
Absen New Category Brands and Innovations Blossom at Spring Launch 2023
Absen, one of the world’s leading LED display brands, held its Spring Launch Event 2023 on March 21st, showcasing the brand-new category brands and a range of new LED technologies, solutions, and products. Industry professionals and media representatives worldwide gathered to witness Absen’s unveiling of its featured category brands – AbsenLive, Absenicon, and AbsenCP.Read More »Absen New Category Brands and Innovations Blossom at Spring Launch 2023
LPS Laser Systems Celebrates 30 Years in Business
On the occasion of the company’s 30-year milestone, LPS Laser Systems’ Martina and Siggi Ruff reflected on the early beginnings, the highs and lows of… Read More »LPS Laser Systems Celebrates 30 Years in Business
Claypaky Lighting Fixtures Elevate Stage Productions for NTPA Collegiate Pursuits Troupe
Jacob Kaplan has learned a valuable life lesson early in his burgeoning lighting design career: It never hurts to ask. A high school senior at Fusion… Read More »Claypaky Lighting Fixtures Elevate Stage Productions for NTPA Collegiate Pursuits Troupe
In Memoriam: Steve Thomas, 67
Steve Thomas, 67, died March 11, after a courageous battle with cancer. Thomas was a long-time live event professional whose career included worldwide tours as site coordinator/tour production with artists including Pink Floyd, Genesis, Rolling Stones, Bruce Springsteen, Counting Crows, and George Strait.Read More »In Memoriam: Steve Thomas, 67
Voting Ends This Friday (3/17) for the 21st Annual Parnelli Awards!
Let your voice be heard! Please join us in making the determination of who is deserving of the industry’s highest honor: a Parnelli Award. Please note that voting closes this Friday, March 17, 2023 at 12:00 p.m. (PST).
Take a few moments to cast your vote for this year’s Parnelli Awards. Only current subscribers to Projection, Lights & Staging News and FRONT of HOUSE magazine are eligible to vote. Make a difference and be a part of the process in determining this year’s winners.Read More »Voting Ends This Friday (3/17) for the 21st Annual Parnelli Awards!