Die Ärzte's live performances have a reputation for dazzlingly spectacular light-shows and this one was no exception. Helmig arranged the fixtures - a mix of ColorSpot and ColorWash 1200E ATs and ColorSpot and Wash 2500E ATs - across nine 'finger' trusses above the stage, and on a front truss.
On the floor were 12 ColorWash 2500E ATs and six ColorWash 1200E ATs, used for aerial beam work, effects and low level cross stage lighting - all adding a bit of additional drama and dimension to the stage.
The design also incorporated GLEC video screens hung in between the trusses, and Helmig tried to make the stage as open and accessible for sight-lines all around the venue, including the far sides.
He has worked with Robe products constantly and consistently since he was first introduced to the brand by German distributors LMP six years ago. He comments, "The colours and the light output are excellent, and they are generally really fast moving, good quality units."
Helmig operated the Linz shows using a Road Hog Full Boar console, with the media run from an Arkaos system, and all lighting equipment was supplied by Satis & Fy from Dortmund.
(Jim Evans)
