The National Theatre on London’s south bank has long been a bastion of creativity and world-class productions. Its three auditoria – the Olivier, the Lyttelton and the Dorfman – host productions from leading creative and technical crews.Read More »National Theatre Invests in the UK’s First Ayrton Huracán Wash Fixtures
Lighting comedy is serious business for Marc Wasserman of 3 With 1 Grab Productions. In recent years, the Manhattan-based designer has lit major tours by Nick Cannon as well as shows by Mo’nique and Rip Micheals, in addition to the annual Fall Back Comedy arena tour.Read More »Marc Wasserman Accents ‘Fall Back In Love Comedy Jam’ with Chauvet Professional
PLSN was saddened to learn of the death of White Light founder and former chairman, John Simpson. The company, which last year celebrated its 50th anniversary, announced his passing on June 11, 2022. He was 79. In addition to his work with White Light, Simpson was known for his charity work, acting as Chair of Backup: The Technical Entertainment Charity, which provides financial support to industry technical professionals in times of hardship. Over the last two years of the pandemic, he had been tireless in the support of the people in the industry who needed help – right up until a week before his untimely death. Here’s a remembrance by White Light of Simpson and his career. We send our sincere condolences to his family, colleagues, and friends.Read More »In Memoriam: John Simpson, Founder of White Light, 79
d&b announced Dec. 8 that it will strengthen the service-focused d&b solutions arm of its business, which it launched in May 2021, with the acquisition of UK-based Audio Visual, Lighting and Media (AVLM) business White Light. d&b Group CEO Amnon Harman and White Light MD Bryan Raven both welcomed the move.