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14 October 2025

UK - Football and art, though often seemingly worlds apart, share a deep connection – evoking human expression and emotion. Artist Ryan Gander sought to explore how the integration of technology could combine art and football to create a playful exhibition at this year’s Manchester International Festival (MIF).

Collaborating with Naostage, Gander was one of six artists to work with football stars – including Manchester United’s Eric Cantona, Lioness Ella Toone, and Edgar Davids – to create Football City, Art United, an interactive group exhibition conceived by World Cup and Champions League winner Juan Mata.

Using Naostage’s K System, Privileges of Hindsight 2025 allowed a spotlight to dynamically track visitors throughout the gallery, creating an interactive, ever-changing experience. This gave visitors the a

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14 October 2025

Europe - Robert Juliat has announced the official launch of Morgane, its new 825W LED 13°-24° followspot, which is now ready to ship worldwide. Made for the demands of today’s productions, Morgane combines the craftsmanship of Robert Juliat with ‘a new approach to performance and design, offering a modern, versatile and low maintenance solution’.

Morgane is the smaller sister of Tristan, the long-throw (7°-14.5°) model which was launched in 2024. Together, the pair represent compact and powerful upgrades that replace Robert Juliat’s traditional 1800W MSR followspot.

Like its larger sibling, Morgane offers a significant increase in output and efficiency with its 825W LED source available in tuneable white or in fixed cool white, rivalling the output of traditional short to mid-throw followspots.

New to Morgane is a motorised, fully

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14 October 2025

Germany - With the slogan All Colours.Total Control. Any Stage. Cameo has announced a digital launch event to be held on 2 December at 17:00 (CET). The event’s featured product will mark ‘a new generation of professional lighting technology solutions from Neu-Anspach’, says Cameo.

Cameo has recently provided initial insights into the features of the as yet unknown product on its social media channels. The new light is based on RGBALC LED technology and is designed to be ‘a true all-rounder for any stage and a variety of application scenarios’. Additional feature highlights will be gradually released via social media in the coming weeks.

Registration for the digital event is at www.cameolight.com/takeover-registration

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14 October 2025

Strike Preparations - Actors’ Equity Association in the US is to continue with "strike preparations" in New York, after the union and the Broadway League failed to reach an agreement following two days of mediation. The union and trade association the Broadway League have been in negotiations since August over the production contract, which contains the terms of employment for stage managers and actors on Broadway. The last three-year contract ended on 28 September.

A central issue of the negotiations is healthcare and the Broadway League’s financial contribution to the union’s healthcare fund. AEA is asking Broadway League to "pivot toward humane scheduling, including providing paid time off", to pay its "fair share toward our health insurance" and to "reasonably and safely staff our workplaces to foster safety and prevent emergencies". 

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13 October 2025

World - The latest issue of LSi is out now, and can be read online free-of-charge here.

Visitors to this year’s PLASA Show may well already have insider information about two of our major features this month, as both Soho Theatre Walthamstow and the situation facing production professionals living and working in Ukraine during the on-going war formed the basis of panel discussions in the show’s brand-new LSi Theatre. If you missed these sessions, or had your interest piqued, you can find Rob Halliday’s article on Soho Theatre Walthamstow and Louise Stickland’s report from Ukraine in our October edition.

Plus, don’t miss our bumper PLASA Show Review, as we round-up all the product launches, business news an

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13 October 2025

USA - Last year, to mark their 54th anniversary, The Doobie Brothers surprised the music industry by breaking new ground on the uplifting Walk This Road album, their first recording ever that featured both Tom Johnston and Michael McDonald.  (The two had recorded with the group at different points in the past, but never together.)

This embrace of the new carried over to Seth Jackson’s production design for the successful national tour that has been supporting the album this summer and fall. Breaking with traditional expectations, the show supported the Doobie Brother’s performance with a vibrant new storytelling design that included no beams.

Jackson explained the inspiration behind the creative process. “Since this show is supporting the first recording with Tom Johnston and Michael McDonald, we wanted something out of the ordinary.

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13 October 2025

USA - Lighting designer Marc Janowitz has enjoyed utilising Robe’s T2 Profile luminaire on several recent projects, including Trey Anastasio’s 2025 solo acoustic tour and two high-profile HBO specials – Brett Goldstein's The Second Best Night of Your Life debut stand-up special at the Bergen PAC (Performing Arts Centre) in New Jersey, and Marc Maron’s Panicked, which was staged at the Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM)’s Harvey Theatre.

“This is a fantastic and highly adaptable light source. It is perfectly suited for camera and broadcast environments and also for subtle theatrical-style drama and effects,” stated Marc.

Lighting for all three of these shows was supplied by Main Light – via account handler Patrick Bellino – and the company has recently invested in the T2 Profiles, which were delivered by Robe North Ame

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13 October 2025

UK - Fisher Productions has announced its appointment as a re-accredited supplier to the Royal Opera House in Covent Garden, London.

The Royal Opera House, home to The Royal Ballet, The Royal Opera, and The Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, hosts a diverse range of performances, events, and private functions. As an accredited supplier, Fisher Productions will support the venue’s programme of artistic and corporate events.

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13 October 2025

USA - A variety of ADJ fixtures – including LED-powered bars, PARs and ellipsoidals - were selected by specialist house of worship integrator Wilson Professional AVL for a project that has completely transformed the main sanctuary of Fellowship Church in Rome, GA. Bringing a new dimension to the church’s worship services, the rig is designed to engage every attendee in an immersive environment of ‘vibrant colours, crisp accents and warm stage lighting’.

Wilson Pro AVL specialises in supplying and installing audio, video and lighting equipment in houses of worship. The company’s CEO, Mike Wilson, is a seasoned professional with over 37 years of experience and more than 400 projects completed across the United States and internationally.

Mike met the music pastor of Fellowship Church when the worship leader attended one of his classes at a

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13 October 2025

The Netherlands - PPDS supported the Beeld & Geluid museum– home to one of the largest media archives in the world – introducing its ‘zero power’ and advanced colour Philips Tableaux ePaper and initiating a new era of sustainable displays.

Located on Media Park in the Dutch city of Hilversum – a 30-minute drive from central Amsterdam, museum – also known as the Netherlands Institute for Sound and Vision – is one of the country’s most recognisable buildings, with a colourful façade of 2,244 rotatable glass panels.

Opened in 2006, all areas of the building – from 16 m underground to 26m above – are dedicated to managing, safeguarding (archiving), and showcasing all types of media, from radio and television programs to video games, podcasts, and social media.

In addition to revolving exhibitions, the venue also regularly

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10 October 2025

Germany - twoloox has signed a purchase agreement with Christie Digital Systems Germany GmbH to acquire the Pandoras Box and Widget Designer product lines, a proposed transaction that was previously announced involving an acquisition corporation to be created and owned by industry professionals. The owners of twoloox are Daniel Kaminski, Barbara Battaglia, Daniel Schäfer, and Andre Maier. The anticipated closing date is 31 October 2025.  

twoloox is led by a team of experienced experts who have extensive experience providing custom AV solutions and immersive media experiences for live events, museum installations, and interactive brand spaces. The twoloox team has been connected to Pandoras Box products, technology, and customers for years and acquiring these two product lines is a strategic and logical milestone.

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10 October 2025

Austria - Linzer Klangwolke, a large open-air multimedia event, has been running annually in the city of Linz since 1979. On 6 September this year it again attracted nearly 100,000 visitors to the Donaupark. Titled Urban Pulse, this year’s edition translated the city’s heartbeat into captivating images and beats – a visually staged concert that harked back to Klangwolke’s roots all those years ago and placed sound itself at the centre. Manfred Nikitser was again responsible for the lighting design, incorporating over 100 weatherproof fixtures from GLP.

The musical foundation for this performance was a multi-part work by the Upper Austrian composer Johannes Berauer, performed by the Bruckner Orchestra Linz and enhanced live by the internationally renowned multi-percussionist Christoph Sietzen, who lives in Linz.

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10 October 2025

Europe - ETC has announced the release of Hog version 5.0.1, the latest update to the Hog software platform. This release is the first version 5 software recommended for all Hog users, including those operating Hog 4 consoles.

Introduced earlier this year, Hog v5.0.0 brought support for the latest generation of Hog consoles – the Tour Hog, Stage Hog, Flex Hog, and Gig Hog – which are now shipping worldwide. These new consoles combine the familiar Hog workflow with updated industrial design, modern hardware, and enhanced flexibility to meet the needs of today’s lighting professionals.

The refreshed user interface, introduced in v5.0.0, is flatter, bolder, and more modern, providing a cleaner and more intuitive programming experience. It also includes the new Master Ranges function, which replaces the previous Playback Bar Docking feature. Master

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09 October 2025

France - ETC’s automated fixture Lonestar was selected to light up the French ‘President of the Republic’ Emmanuel Macron during his speech at the Louvre Museum earlier this year.

The President’s team sought advanced lighting fixtures that could deliver consistently high-quality, reliable output across a wide range of environments for upcoming presidential events.

It was at the annual JTSE tradeshow in Paris where a member of the Élysée Palace team (the official residence of the President of France) discovered Lonestar at ETC France’s stand.

The High End Systems Lonestar offered advantages that were hard to ignore by the team: bright output given its very small footprint, and its quiet operation.

After a thorough phase of testing and research, the Elysée Palace team chose and ordered six Lonestar fixtures from ETC which w

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09 October 2025

Spain - On the roof terrace of the boutique hotel Monsuau in Cala D'Or, Mallorca, guests can enjoy cocktails at sunset, listen to DJ sets and experience live shows – with a completely new sound and lighting system.

The installation service provider responsible for the new system, Sonomusic, developed a customised system based on solutions from LD Systems and Cameo. The audio and lighting setup is managed and controlled via the QUESTRA design and management software from LD Systems.

The requirements for the audio system were an appealing design to match the look of the rooftop bar, and even sound coverage without disturbing the hotel rooms below or neighbouring residential buildings. “By using the compact LD Systems MAUI i1 column loudspeakers and DQOR SUB 8 subwoofers, we found an optimal solution for this challenge,” explains Andreu Femenias,

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08 October 2025

The Netherlands - DI-RECT entertained 50,000-plus fans at De Kuip Stadium in Rotterdam for three nights this summer, as the band from The Hauge celebrated a quarter century of making music.

The show started with a soft, gentle mood, with lead vocalist Marcel Veenendaal and guitarist Frans ‘Spike’ van Zoest performing on a diamond-shaped 360-stage. The show then moved to a full (non-360 stage), as the show amped up to included more symphonic parts with an orchestra on tiered risers backing the band, as well as a full-fledged rock show vibe with two towering video walls and beefy lighting rig.

Running this production on five ChamSys MagicQ MQ500M Stadium consoles were Leon Driessen and his team at LD Company. Three of those consoles were used during previz - one for controlling a Disguise GX3 server for video, the two others for controlling lights

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08 October 2025

USA - Vari-Lite has announced the VL3200 LT Profile IP, a compact, long-throw production profile fixture with over 20,000 lumens of output in a small, outdoor-rated format.

“Smaller outdoor-rated moving lights are becoming highly desirable for use both in production systems and installations. The VL3200 LT Profile meets that need without compromising in specification or performance,” said Martin Palmer, Vari-Lite marketing and product management leader at Signify.

“Unfortunately, many midrange IP6X fixtures currently being offered are not being built to the same robust quality and performance as that of the larger fixtures. Compromises in the design of many current offerings result in poor and inconsistent light output and a lack of overall performance, affecting the longevity of the fixture. Productions are looking for a compact IP-rated movin

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08 October 2025

Serbia - Production Pool is an established technical production and design company based in Belgradeworking across the country, the Balkans region and internationally. Founded in 2014 by Milos Sorgic, who is also a prolific lighting designer, the company is known for its production values.

These were boosted last year with a major investment in Robe products – 20 Paintes, four ProMotions - plus another 10 T1 PCs recently delivered by Robe’s Serbian distributor LSD (Light and Sound Design.

Serbia is still an emerging market for the world of entertainment production. While there is plenty of potential, it is challenging, highly competitive and being successful requires flair, imagination, and the ability to think ‘out-of-the-box’.

Milos highlights the importance of the relationship and support from the local supplier as essential to inv

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07 October 2025

Ireland - Live Technology has been appointed as the exclusive distributor for Robert Juliat on the island of Ireland, expanding its partnership with the French lighting manufacturer. Live Technology has successfully represented Robert Juliat in Great Britain for several years, and this new agreement will see the company bring its expertise and support to the Irish market.

“We have chosen to entrust the distribution of our products in Ireland to Live Technology because their technical expertise, strong knowledge of the local market, and commitment to quality are fully aligned with Robert Juliat’s values,” said Claus Spreyer, sales director at Robert Juliat. “Live Technology is already our trusted partner in Great Britain, and we are confident they will bring the same dedication and expertise to the Irish market.”

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07 October 2025

Czech Republic - MDG has announced the appointment of LightNeq as its new, exclusive distributor for the Czech Republic.

Founded in 2011 with the express purpose of providing top-class consultancy in the field of lighting and sound, LightNeq brings with it a team of employees with many years of experience in the industry.

The company's portfolio has expanded to include major manufacturers in tracking technology, video distribution, stage technology and more. Now with the adoption of MDG, LightNeq has added a professional range of fog, haze and low fog machines to its offering.

“We are proud to be able to expand our activities to include atmospheric effects, and to do so with the best products on the market,” says Pavel Lenoch, CEO of LightNeq. “Working with a premium brand like MDG is a natural way for us to expand our portfolio, get cl

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07 October 2025

UK - White Light once again supported Gilded Balloon at this year’s Edinburgh Festival Fringe, delivering full lighting and rigging across 18 venues in celebration of the company’s 40th anniversary.

As one of the festival’s ‘Big Four’, Gilded Balloon transformed university buildings and cultural spaces into vibrant performance venues. With Teviot Row House undergoing refurbishment, the 2025 programme spanned Adam House, Applegate Tower, and the National Museum of Scotland; each presenting technical challenges for WL.

“Working with Gilded Balloon is always a rewarding experience,” said Dan Last, WL’s key account manager. “Their ambition and adaptability push us to innovate, and this year was no exception. From custom truss structures to advanced LED rigs, we tailored each solution to meet the demands of the space and the vis

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06 October 2025

USA - Dave Matthews Band (DMB) took their signature live show on the road this past summer, delighting fans across North America with their hits and jam numbers. Wrapped in August, the tour featured a large Elation lighting package, including Proteus, Pulse, and SŌL series luminaires.

Production design was led by Fenton Williams, who has been with the band since its beginning in 1991, with Williams and Aaron Stinebrink handling lighting design on this latest tour. Stinebrink, who has worked with Dave Matthews Band since 2002, also handled lighting programming.

The tour featured 36 Pulse Bar S, 21 Pulse Bar L, 18 SŌL I Blinder, 12 Proteus Rayzor 1960, 22 Proteus Rayzor Blade L, and 17 Chorus Line 16, all provided by TMS of Omaha, Nebraska, who have supported DMB for over two decades.

The tour introduced a fresh visual design concept. “We t

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06 October 2025

USA - Fans got an unexpected surprise near the end of Bassrush Arizona’s closing slot. Headliners Black Tiger Sex Machine shocked everyone when they tore off their glowing tiger masks and performed the final 10 minutes of their show bare-faced.

Matching the sounds with an equally dynamic visual background was a distinctive lighting design by Luis Torres of HiLite Designs powered by 164 Chauvet Professional fixtures supplied by Hardwired Productions.

Torres used this power-packed rig to immerse the entire venue in intensely bright light. At times this light was made of monochromatic washes accented by splashes of white and amber. During other passages during the one-day festival the immersive light was created by video displays, geometric patterns, and laser beams that hurled their way over the entire dancefloor.

“The venue here really enh

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06 October 2025

USA - Pharos Architectural Controls will be exhibiting at NYControlled 2025, held at the Metropolitan Pavilion in NYC. The event opens with a hands-on workshop on 14 October, followed by the main exhibition on 15 October.

Over the course of two days, the event will feature a curated programme of manufacturer-led tech talks and educational sessions on lighting controls, complemented by an exhibition floor showcasing leading controls manufacturers and trade associations - making it the ideal forum to connect with specifiers and integrators.

At table 402 visitors will be able to meet the Pharos team, where they will demonstrate the newest developments across its ranges, with a focus on key updates to Pharos Expert and Pharos Designer.

The latest release of Expert 2.0 introduces Groups, providing a new way to organise fixtures within a s