All of the controllers can operate a wide range of DMX intelligent lighting products, and come pre-programmed with a large library of built-in fixture settings for many different lighting brands. The systems are easily upgraded with continuous software updates, downloadable via the internet. Show Designer controllers
It began when he took the role of assistant stage manager at Perth Repertory Theatre in 1959: this led him to take on several other roles in theatre, before joining, in 1965, the National Youth Theatre. In 1968 he was invited by Michael Kustow to join the Institute of Contemporary Arts as technical director and helped launch its new London premises on The Mall.
Whilst at the ICA, he took three months off to join Chip Monk's lighting crew on the Rolling Stones tour of Europe. In 1970, the Stones were keen to source
The DJ Scan 250 has a number of improved features: it has a brighter 250W lamp, which makes its seven dichroic colours much more brilliant and intense. Along with its added brightness, DJ Scan 250 features 10 all-new gobo patterns created by the company's graphic designers. "The gobos are our own exclusive proprietary patterns, which no other manufacturer has," said Scott Davies, general manager of the American DJ group of companies.
Another improved feature on the DJ Scan 250 is an electronic transformer, which ma
Nexera fixtures are offered with a commonly available 575W compact tungsten source (the preferred source for theatre and television) and provide igh quality light output and beam uniformity. All Nexera fixtures are convection cooled and servo-driven, utilizing no fans for silent operation. The patent-pending Wybron CMY colour mixing module produces a wide colour palette, featuring an exceptional range of control over the most subtle theatrical colours like bastard amber, light pink and no-colour blue, all with seamless transitions between colours. Each unit requires three DMX c
The system is suitable for a wide range of applications, including clubs, discos, concert, touring, rental, exhibitions, theme parks, multimedia and retail display. More information and the full software is available for free at the website below.
(Lee Baldock)
The Versa Tile, or Lightguide, modules represent a milestone in electronic design. Edge-lit by LEDs these can be built up to create large ambient displays with dynamic video effects. CT German
This year the concert line-up was as impressive as ever, and included Willie Nelson, Neil Young, John Mellencamp, Dave Matthews, Sheryl Crow, Brooks & Dunn and Trick Pony, Vanessa Carlton, Hootie and the Blowfish, Emmylou Harris, Daniel Lanois, Los Lonely Boys, Aaron Brotherton, Titty Bingo and Billy Bob Thornton.
Using a variety of moving fixtures, lighting designer Michael Dalton was able to create an impressive stage experience for the event. The rig was made up of five main trusses: a circular truss at mid-stage, two serpentine trusses at downstage left and right, and a rec
A new software upgrade for the ChromaZone and ChromaBank was also announced. Version 2.0 is available free of charge and enhances the existing software by adding many new functions including the running of two simultaneous chases, a smoothing disable switch (for use with video/graphic systems), master dimmer for the 36 RGB individual channels, progressive smoothing with faster response, even smoother built-in chases, the possib
Each device features an MSD 250/II discharge lamp, which, in combination with the high quality optical system, ensures a high degree of efficiency. The range of head movement for both fixtures is 540° of pan and 280° of tilt. The fixtures are controlled via DMX 512, and the DMX address is shown by a four-digit display on the device. The lamps can be started remotely from the lighting console.
The Ypoc 250 Basic is a spot with a 15° cone angle. An integrated 4.5mW laser diode facilitates the focussing of projections and the 11 dichroic colours (plus white) including 12 half-colou
The advantages of wireless cardio vascular sound equipment are numerous. Practical considerations such as trailing wires and messy cables are eliminated, and the clarity and quality of the audio is greatly enhanced. Added to which, the systems are highly reliable and low maintenance - all key considerations for an operator.
The wireless system is also easy to install. Metropolis's sales & marketing manager Neil Solanki explains that clients wanting to upgrade t
Stage Electrics' production manager John Radford used the company's Arc Roof system to provide all the key elements required for an event of this type - wide viewing angles and good platform height. Since the events ran during the daytime, the lighting element was minimal, with just eight Sunfloods used to lift the general light and brighten the stage with open white. For the PA system, Radford worked with Stage Electrics' sound designer Glen Beckley to specify a multi-event system with the required wide degree of dispersion. Based around EAW KF850 cabinets, with SB1000 subs, the system was dr
(Ruth Rossington)
Mark will be putting the bulk of the mo
Lambert was originally asked to design the lighting by Ben Yates, who stars in the show. As part of ETC's outreach programme, Lambert offered a selection of ETC equipment for use on the show. The outreach programme provides equipment, technical skills and design services to performers who would not otherwise have the opportunity to enhance their work wit
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The platform for a large opening order was provided by the recent Singapore National Day Parade, as Showtec director of sales, Lionel Lee, explained. "We were looking for a new light to replace the Netscan 4k which Steve Neild, lighting designer of NDP 2003 (Singapore's National Day Parade 2003), had specified in his equipment list." Attracted by the combination of brightness and flexibility, the company enquired about Coemar's new Flex range, with the result that Steve Campbell, Coemar sales manager, Far East, issued an invitation to Showtec MD Henry Ang to view the lights at their source - in Italy. Instead, Steve Neild attended - and promptly gave them the green light. "He came b
The Liverpool operation is a development of a former warehouse in Hotham Street. Although it had been converted into a live music venue in the 1990s, it closed again in 2002. As part of its £1m refurbishment, the Carling Academy Liverpool features state-of-the-art technology throughout and a fully flexible capacity of 1,200, enabling it to cater for live gigs, dance events and club nights. The concept emulates the success of MKG's Carling Academy Birmingham, and a secondary, 450-capacity venue - Carling Academy 2 Liverpool - is also housed within the a
(Lee Baldock)
The ColorSpot 1200s will go immediately into Viking's hire stock. They are also destined for the Theatre Royal Norwich's pre-panto season, which kicks off in November, for which Viking is supplying a full lighting rig, design and crew. Viking's Ian Leonard explains that the ColorSpot 1200 has been added to Viking's hire stock to complement its existing stock of Robe, and thereby give the company a 'full family' of Robe fixtures.
(Ruth Rossington)
The show opens with a 90-second sequence that combines the lighting, music and projection, leading up to Izzard's grand entrance. To accomplish the look of controlled chaos, Monroe specified the most powerful Vari*L
Lightwright was named one of the 'Products that Changed Our World' by Lighting Dimensions magazine in 2002, and has been used on over 90% of all Broadway shows over the last 10 years. The package gives designers and electricians sophisticated tools for tackling the complicated job of compiling and maintaining lighting paperwork.
New features of Lightwright 4 include up to 30,000 worksheet rows; up to 6,000 purposes, 6,000 positions and 6,000 colours; 62 universes of DMX; 100 moving light libraries per show; stores accessories, weights, symbols and template holder sizes; work notes database including work note, status and category; integrated focus chart database including not
At the technical and creative core of City of Light 2003 - an accessible, historical take on Liverpool to celebrate it winning the European Capital of Culture bid for 2008 - was a fabulous 40m wide by 20m high water screen which formed the projection surface for the show, featuring video, laser projections and lighting effects.
A three tiered production platform, designed by site manager Stu Stalker, was built on the concrete foundations
Drury took up the post in Bucharest as part of the Fullbright Programme - a scholarship which aims to encourage Americans to live in and understand other countries like Africa, Asia and parts of Europe. While the University of Bucharest is the first institution to teach lighting design in Romania, Drury says it was very difficult to t
SuperTubes use a double UV barrier system that gives twice the UV protection. Hoffman adds " With the two year non fade warranty, super tubes are the ideal economic solution to the problem of premature fading." SuperTubes pack flat for economical shipping and lengths may be cut with scissors to exact fit. They are available in any of the 138 Gam colours and are also reusable. The GamTube is the only flat folding sleeve for fluorescent lights. SuperTubes take over with their two-year non
