The Production Department (TPD) has officially launched its newest venture: The Training Department. Purpose-built to train and upskill the next generation of Production Managers, The Training Department offers hands-on, practical education rooted in real-world experience. Developed by the team behind TPD and shaped in collaboration with top industry experts and suppliers, the programme is designed for: New talent looking to break into the world of production Career-switchers pivoting into live event delivery Agencies that want to upskill and empower their teams to be more confident with event production Founder, Joe Chilvers commented:“We are here to set, maintain and consistently innovate…
Author: Alicia Pollitt
What inspired DPA Microphones to move further down the signal chain and develop a wireless system? “Great sound doesn’t stop at the microphone, which is why we have moved down the signal chain to create a wireless solution. For over 25 years, DPA has been dedicated to delivering the most natural, transparent sound possible, and this philosophy has guided the creation of every microphone we have designed. Since most of our microphones are already used with wireless systems, it seemed only natural to develop a wireless solution that can preserve the clarity and precision of our microphones. As a result,…
Designed to connect rental houses and production teams, Nexus Marketplace combines AI-powered search, real-time inventory visibility and end-to-end logistics to provide live availability and pricing so that users can build orders through multiple companies, as TPi discovers. “It’s a bit nerve-wracking to completely overhaul our business model to run Nexus Marketplace, but we hope that this new system will ensure that there are options for those productions that need specific products,” said Tom Agar, Managing Director at Nexus, reflecting on the company’s recent strategic shift. “We have very much built this platform to support the smaller to medium-sized companies that…
Conceived within the confines of a prison cell, the creative vision for YoungBoy Never Broke Again (NBA YoungBoy)’s Make America Slime Again (MASA) Tour had been taking shape long before it hit the road. Founder and Designer at WastedPotential, Chadrick Fellers, along with Lead Designer, Zach Berget, delve into the creative process behind the tour – from ambition to fruition. “This is basically NBA YoungBoy’s first ever tour with legitimate production,” Fellers said. “It was interesting as we had this massive production finalised way before the tour was even routed.” Production vendor, Fuse Technical Group, Gallagher Staging, and Pyrotecnico were…
Breaking records as the biggest co-headline tour in history, Kendrick Lamar and SZA and their respective support, production and creative teams united in the name of hip-hop and R&B to descend on venues across the globe with a stadium-sized spectacle befitting the duo’s respective back catalogues. Behind the scenes, Tour Director, Christian Coffey of Coffey Black and Production Manager, Bryan Scheckel headed up the production for the Kendrick side. Helping them achieve the feat of staging a three-hour show across multiple territories was a collection of technical suppliers including: Upstaging (lighting), TAIT (staging), G2 Structures (roof), Strictly FX (special effects…
Can you tell us a little bit more about your dual roles at the non-profit and beyond? “I am a project coordinator and board member of Women In Live Music. I focus on a few different projects each year for WILM and I am often the face you will see at our UK workshops that we arrange and the tradeshows that we attend! I am also a freelance live sound engineer as well as a full-time course leader at NTU London for the Event Production course. As a course leader, I educate young people to get into a career in…
Singer, composer, music producer and instrumentalist, Arijit Singh, and his touring crew recently treated crowds at London’s Tottenham Hotspur Stadium to a spectacle which featured close to 1,000 lighting fixtures, around 1,000sqm of LED, a 78m long thrust, and pyrotechnics, fireworks and special effects provided by three different technical specialists. TPi goes behind the scenes to retrace the visual elements of the project. Siyan’s Tom Grant assumed the unique role of ‘production wrangler’ for this special show – working alongside show promoter TCO’s Production Director Anthony Tang and Production Coordinator Sophia Livett, to take Arijit’s production team technical requirements and…
Drake hit the road in Europe in the summer of 2025 with lighting, video and rigging supplied out of PRG’s UK base in Longbridge, Birmingham, working closely with USA counterparts, PRG North America, in an intercontinental collaboration to ensure the artist’s production enjoys full continuity and technical integration wherever in the world the show is playing. The European tour started immediately after the 2025 Wireless Festival, staged in London’s Finsbury Park, where Drake became the first artist to headline each night of the three-day event, performing different setlists and with a selection of other artists across the three days, utilising…
Dua Lipa kicked off her 80+ date Radical Optimism Tour in November 2024 in Asia. The tour visited Australia, New Zealand, Europe and the UK, including two shows at Wembley Stadium that saw over 160,000 tickets selling-out in a matter of minutes. Front of house engineer, Will Nicholson, and monitor engineer, Alex Cerutti, are both utilising DiGiCo Quantum 852s, supplied by Britannia Row, a Clair Global Company. At front of house, Nicholson has four SD Racks loaded with 32bit cards, plus an Orange Box with Dante and HMA cards. He relies on the Fourier transform.engine for his plugin needs, appreciating…
The first speakers and key agenda topics have been announced for the 18th edition of the Green Events & Innovations Conference (GEI18), which will take place at the Royal Lancaster London on Tuesday, 24th February 2026. The internationally renowned conference is where music, sport, and cultural events collectively tackle the topics that matter, from climate action and ecosystem restoration, to handling geopolitical pressures, misinformation, and culture wars. Returning to GEI to explain what it’s like being a black belt in both green comms and putting words into action is Dale Vince OBE, founder of the world’s first green energy company, Ecotricity,…
HK Audio has announced that Isabelle Wear has taken up the position of Head of Sales Emerging Markets, effective 1 November 2025. In this role, she will be responsible for the Middle East and Africa, India, Australia, and New Zealand regions. Wear has extensive experience in international sales management and the supervision of important distribution networks. Many in the pro audio industry already know Wear from her time at Interfacio, where she and her team successfully managed and mastered recruitment projects in the pro AV industry. After 13 years in her recruitment company, she is now returning to a sales…
Martin Audio has announced the arrival of experienced sound engineer and production manager, Jay Eigenmann, to its product support team. Based in New York City, Eigenmann has developed a long-standing relationship with the company and its personnel over the years — first, as a freelance engineer, then via the sound system installation at (Le) Poisson Rouge (LPR) in New York’s Greenwich Village. As LPR’s Production Director and chief audio engineer, he oversaw the deployment of a wide portfolio of Martin Audio solutions. The LPR installation provided an in-depth opportunity to familiarise himself with the manufacturer’s design and software tools. “While…
Obsidian Control Systems has announced the launch of its newly redesigned website. The refreshed site features an uncluttered layout and more responsive design with improved navigation and enhanced functionality. The result is a site that simplifies access to essential information while delivering a more intuitive and engaging experience for the growing community of Obsidian users worldwide. “Our new website not only presents product information in a more visual way but also makes it easier for visitors to explore the Obsidian ecosystem and understand how ONYX and NETRON provide a powerful backbone for any project, venue, or event,” said Koy Neminathan,…
Connect Live has announced its evolution to Vyra, marking an exciting new chapter while honouring two decades of expertise in live events. During its tenure, the agency has built trusted partnerships with globally renowned brands including Lotus Cars, MG Motors, Bentley Motors, BYD, Aston Martin, Zenvo, and Pirelli. This evolution reflects an ongoing commitment to building on a strong foundation and providing cutting edge, live events expertise. With repeat collaborations across automotive, culture, and lifestyle sectors, the agency is proud to partner with pioneers who share its vision for creativity and innovation. Joe Duffield, Managing Director of Vyra, commented: “The…
The Purple Guide welcomed visitors to the Showman’s Show meetings tent for a morning of interactive discussions about developments to the outdoor events industry’s cornerstone guidance publication, 23rd October, 2025. The Purple Guide is curated by the Event Industry Forum (EIF), whose Chair, Steve Heap, introduced proceedings. He explained: “Having grown from12 to 45 chapters since it was taken over by EIF from the HSE, the Purple Guide is undergoing a reformat and design update to make it a more consistent, user-friendly for subscribers to use.” “This year, we launched The Purple Guide Lite, which gives condensed guidance with an…
Since 1979, English Touring Opera (ETO) has championed artistic excellence and accessibility, bringing live opera and transformative community projects to more towns and cities than any other UK opera company. With a mission to make opera available to all, ETO engages over 40,000 people annually through full-scale productions, bespoke operas for young audiences and those with special educational needs, dementia-friendly workshops, and songwriting initiatives that support youth mental health. For its 2025 season, ETO presents The Elixir of Love and The Rape of Lucretia in repertory, touring a diverse range of venues across the UK. Supporting this ambitious tour is…
Ayrton has announced the appointment of Nash Ingenieria as its new exclusive distribution partner for Argentina, with immediate effect. This is the first time Ayrton will be actively represented in Argentina. Nash Ingenieria will be responsible for distributing the entire Ayrton range of LED and laser-sourced lighting fixtures across the country. Established in 2005 but with a legacy stretching back to 1993, Nash Ingenieria specialises in professional lighting, stage consultancy, system design, installation, and programming, and stage machinery projects, and is currently involved in the most significant projects in the Argentine entertainment industry. “We are proud to be able to…
The Billboard Latin Music Awards, celebrated at the James L. Knight Center in Miami on 23 October 2025, was a showcase of extraordinary talent, remarkable moments, and innovative new technology. Broadcast mixer Anthony Portillo and Music Mixer Carlos Alvarez, alongside FOH engineer Raul Gonzalez, house production mixer Raphael Alkins, and monitors engineer Joe Lizano, ensured every note and beat was captured with unparalleled precision. For the first time, two of the new Shure DCA901 microphones were stars of the show, providing exceptional audience capture. Positioned strategically in the venue, the DCA901’s eight lobes served as the centerpiece of the event’s…
