Rigging / Staging

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14 March 2016

The 15-month fast-track foundation degree, which is being validated by the University of Bolton, is set to begin in November and includes modules on lighting, sound, staging and live visuals as well as production design and specialist skills such as handling lasers and using 3D technologies. The foundation degree is suitable for anyone with a Level 3 qualification or equivalent experience working or volunteering in the live events industry.

The open day will take place this Saturday 20 August from 10am and places can be booked for an interview by phoning 01977 659880. The Academy is also happy to arrange interviews at other times if the 20th is not convenient.

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14 March 2016

OM was first revealed to the audience as he slid out in a sitting position through the central performer stage which split in two to allow his entrance. Brilliant Stages created the dividing stage along with two band pods which rolled off-stage on tracks and were sited on hydraulic scissor lifts (two under each pod) to give them vertical movement.

As the show progressed, OM performed moves that including a sweeping motion of the arms, nodding the head, raising each of the singers in the palm of his hands, until eventually moving out in a recumbent position into the middle

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14 March 2016

"For the first time since Daktronics has been at the London show, we'll be able to demonstrate our easy-to-use, yet complex controller with our popular Vortek Classic hoist," said Operations Manager Dave Rossi, who will be at the show along with Ivan Del Rio, Project Manager for Europe and Middle East. "We're excited to show what our multi-cueing feature brings to the sophisticated, demanding performance requirements of today's stage."

PLASA participants will have opportunity to experience the intuitive, touch screen controls whether operating a full-sized or

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14 March 2016

Working alongside architect Keith Williams of Keith Williams Architects was project manager for Charcoalblue, Paul Crosbie. He discusses the development: "The Marlowe Theatre has always been an extremely popular venue but it had become tired and was quite simply not big enough. Part of Charcoalblue's remit was to increase seating capacity to 1200 to enable the Marlowe to host the biggest and the best in tour

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14 March 2016

AP Security provided crowd safety services at the 2010 Rewind in Henley and the promoter was so impressed that the company was asked to provide its services at both sites in 2011.

"We have a very good relationship with the promoter and they wanted to maintain the consistency of the production team, as well as it being an event which we understand," says AP national sales manager John Phillips. "We gave them the option of us just providing a management team, but we were asked to provide all the required personnel. So we hired a comfortable coach and brought 95 staff - AP Security went on the road for the weekend."

With John, Chris Hollands and Tommy Michalis managing the AP team

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14 March 2016

The StandTek series now comprises six lighting and audio stands. Features include a new auto-lock pin system, silent winch with a popular retractable handle, adjustable double-brace collar, adjustable legs and heavy-duty rubber feet with castor option.

The new 4m wind-up stand (SWT4001) is a development of the STW3001, replacing the long-serving SPTek 4000/SP2TA stand, but retaining the same important characteristics. The STW4001 w

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14 March 2016

Clancy will exhibit with its European partner, Hoist UK. Visitors to the show will have a chance to see how Clancy "can answer virtually any theatrical or arena rigging question" - from basics like Clancy's Sure-Grip rope (that displays a wear indicator when it's time to replace it),to completely custom acoustical solutions, hoists and stage lifts.

Attendees can examine the PowerLift - and view a series of videos of Clancy's other products for power flying. The videos feature Power Assist hoists, used to motorize counterweights sets; and Titan, Clancy's largest standard zero-fleet hoist.

There will also be screenings of the video one of Clancy's most extensive and distinguished projects: the award-winning chandelier at the Winspear Opera House in Dall

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14 March 2016

The companies will unite to demonstrate the capabilities of the software to peers and industry professionals as part of the Education and Learning Programme at the forthcoming PLASA exhibition at Earls Court, London, from 11-14 September.

Backstage Academy specialises in training for the live events production industry and will be offering courses on Isadora, an award-winning graphic programming environment that facilitates interactive control of digital media and real time manipulation of digital video.

Isadora expands on the traditional media-server concept by offering interactive control over video and audio. Notable users include the Royal Shakespeare Company and America's experimental theatre company The Wooste

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14 March 2016

The two-day event, to be held 22-23 February 2012 at the Renaissance Austin, Texas, continues to attract a growing list of high-profile exhibitors, who see the event as an opportunity to reach a regional market of customers and network with fellow exhibitors.

Confirmed exhibitors include GLP German Lighting Products, Daktronics Rigging, Clay Paky, Total Structures, High End Systems, Chauvet, Philips Color Kinetics, A.C.T Lighting, Doug Fleenor Design, Strong Entertainment Lighting, and Secoa, with many more expected to follow.

In addition, PLASA Focus: Tech - a recently announced audio, video, and lighting workshop and concert - will be held in tandem with PLASA Focus: Austin 2012. Th

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14 March 2016

Teams from all of AC-ET's specialist product divisions will be there to discuss the large, multi-million pound stockholding of over 200 leading brands available from AC-ET's High Wycombe and Leeds offices for worldwide dispatch to over 80 countries - as well as in-house filter and cable manufacturing facilities and wide range of consumables - backed up by an emergency evening and weekend delivery service.

Lighting:

The A.C. Lighting division of AC-ET will showcase the new GLP Impression Wash One and Spot One high powered LED spot and washlight moving heads. The latest mo

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14 March 2016

A selection of these and other connectors from the Valentini Syntax range will be highlighted on the CLD stand at PLASA 2011 on stand 1-K28.

The robust Syntax Roadline range features chic, streamlined Italian styling, combined with a rugged build quality. This premium range is suitable for all audio, video and AV road based, outside broadcast and portable applications as well as for high end studio installations.

Features include a special alloy shell, with high resistance finish; marked knurling on the whole circumference of the locking ring for optimum grip, allowing smooth and seamless coupling, with a nice audible click that confirms the locking is complete. The coupling roller pins o

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14 March 2016

The PLASA Awards for Innovation recognise products which advance the industry by demonstrating a new style of thinking, improving technical practice or taking a key step forward in terms of safety.

Extended deadline for nominations - Tuesday 6 September

Visit the web address below for all the details you need.

(Claire Beeson)

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14 March 2016

The H40R has three-sided webbing. The thicker braces on the bottom side allow easy mounting of automated luminaires/moving heads and central loading, reducing the torsion effect resulting from one-sided loading in standard trusses.

The spigot orientation follows that of the S series truss, allowing easy assembly while the truss is still on the floor. The H40R measures 339mm high by 239mm wide. The diagonals are placed to allow room for a 30D truss to rest on the bottom chords.

The loading rate is comparable to the H40V, taking into account that, due to the

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14 March 2016

Like its predecessor, the EK2 system is designed expressly to deliver a guaranteed faultless drop of a drape, curtain, screen, or any other object like a dummy or mannequin deployed within a show or event. A major new control feature of the enhanced EK2 solution is an intrinsic 2-channel firing system. This allows a double drop via a s

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14 March 2016

The website was created by PLASA after meeting with representatives from across the industry, including a variety of trade and professional associations, employers, venues, and labour unions last March at USITT. At the meeting, there was unanimous agreement among the attendees that there is a need and a desire for a central location where information can be easily found to help fa

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14 March 2016

The PLASA Show is the leading show-piece of new technology within the entertainment, live event, corporate, architectural and installation industries. This international event delivers the latest in new technology, hundreds of breaking-product launches, unrivalled networking opportunities and an acclaimed educational programme; making it a very important event on SARA'S annual calendar.

The purpose of the visit provides the ability to attend industry educational seminars, meet with cutting-edge equipment manufactures, acquire strategic assistance for the South African Roadies Association and also in turn create future opport

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14 March 2016

Performance Flooring will feature Manero Classic and the Ultra-Light portable sprung tour floor, as used by Flawless and now available for sale or rental. The company's complete stage safety range of products, combining 'on and back stage' safety accessories, combining anti-slip, photo luminous and cable management, will also be on show.

Le Mark Group, based at Houghton Hill Industries, has been shortlisted for a 2011 East of England International Trade Award. These International Trade Awards, sponsored by Santander Corporate Banking, are the only UK wide business awards to exclusively recog

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14 March 2016

The Stageline SL50 portable stage measures 6.1m by 4.9m (20' by 16') and features a fibreglass roof, light and sound rigging, full banner capability and an option of two roof heights. It can be towed by a SUV or pickup and sets up in 30 minutes.

The reduced trailer dimensions make it very easy to park in tight locations. With the new SL50, the company says, owning a Stageline mobile stage is within everyone's reach and delivers a fast return on investment.

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14 March 2016

The sessions will take place at London's Earls Court on Monday 12 and Tuesday 13 September. They will be led by Andre LeJeune, CTS, InfoComm's Rental & Staging Staff Instructor, who has more than 30 years' experience of staging and presentation and has been responsible for many large-scale productions for corporate clients around the world.

Topics covered will include 'Lighting for Video in the Large Meeting Environment', 'Audio Techniques for Corporate AV Events', and 'Project Management for Stage Labour'. Each session will last 90 minutes and will earn attendees 1.5 RUs (Renewal Units) towards continued InfoComm CTS certification. All sessions are free to attend.

Chris Lavelle, InfoComm Regional Manager, UK & Ireland

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14 March 2016

ELC has been at the forefront of lighting data networking for over 15 years, supplying theatres, TV studios, opera houses and touring events with Ethernet and DMX data networks.

ELC developed GreenGo to meet the market demands for a simple economic intercom to work with any Ethernet network, with the option for cue lights and text messaging. The compact GreenGo beltpack and wall panel outstations can be used on any Ethernet network with Power over Ethernet capability - not just a specific lighting

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14 March 2016

The A.C. Lighting division will showcase the new GLP Impression Wash One and Spot One high powered LED spot and washlight moving heads. The latest moving lights available from Clay Paky, Martin Professional, Robe lighting and Vari*Lite will also be on display, plus a selection of the new PixelRange series, including the new PixelPar, QPar and SmartLine LED fixtures. Examples from the wide Spotlight theatrical and architectural ranges, along with Manfrotto stands, will also be on display. The latest Chroma-Q LED fixtures and Jands Vista range running the new v2 software will also be featured on the stand.

The A.C. Audio division will promote the latest specialist loudspeakers from UK

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14 March 2016

With effect from 1 October 2011, a new company structure will be put in place which sees CEO Matthew Griffiths heading up the association, whilst also temporarily overseeing the Events divisions in the UK and North America. Finance director Shane McGreevy becomes chief operating officer (COO) with responsibilities expanding beyond finance and core services into operational administration and personnel.

Lori Rubinstein, current executive director in North America, becomes the new director of membership, skills, standards & technical overseeing thes

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14 March 2016

The finalists for the fourth annual Rock Our World Awards are:

83rd Annual Academy Awards - Green Hippo, PRG, TMB

ALEXA Digital Camera System - ARRI

coolux Widget Designer 3.0 PRO - Coolux GmbH

DataGate Mk2 - ENTTEC

Disney World of Color - A.C.T Lighting, Fisher Technical Services, MA Lighting, Walt Disney Parks and Resorts Creative Entertainment

EverGrip Molded Motor Control Cables - Lex Products Corp

Garsington Opera - Unusual Rigging Ltd (UK)