VOLUX Lighting delivered a visual experience at Ultra Music Festival, North America’s electronic music event, held annually during Miami Music Week. This year, marking Ultra’s 25th anniversary, the event drew massive crowds and globally renowned electronic acts to Bayfront Park. One of the festival’s stages, the RESISTANCE Megastructure, known for its immersive industrial design and cutting-edge production, hosted a range of the world’s leading techno artists, including Adam Beyer, Carl Cox, Charlotte De Witte, Richie Hawtin, and Solomun. Led by Lighting Designer Evan Bloom, over 220 VOLUX Lighting fixtures were installed and featured VOLUX’s latest IP-rated technology innovations, including the…
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In March 2025, the MEO Arena in Lisbon hosted two nights of Tony Carreira, where thousands of fans gathered to celebrate the music and emotion of the iconic singer. Ayrton fixtures, specifically Veloce Profile, Kyalami, and Cobra models, played a crucial role in creating a unique atmosphere for the event. Lighting designer Ramiro Martins praised the excellence of these fixtures, which delivered remarkable light definition, vibrant colours, and innovative effects. A total of 76 Veloce Profiles, 32 Kyalami, and 22 Cobra were used, with the Veloce Profile and Cobra fixtures rigged on the upper trusses, and the Kyalami fixtures placed on the stage floor…
d&b audiotechnik has announced the appointment of Ryan Penny as Vice President Global Business Development. In this newly established role, he will be responsible for leading and implementing global business development strategies and expanding the company’s footprint across key markets and verticals. With over a decade of experience in the professional audio sector, Penny’s broad skill set spans sales leadership, production management, consultancy, and strategic business development. Prior to joining d&b audiotechnik, he held senior commercial roles at HOLOPLOT and HARMAN International, and previously worked as a professional audio consultant at Vanguardia and RH Consulting. Penny has also played a…
Bob Schacherl, beloved friend, colleague, Robe Family member and professional entertainment lighting industry legend, sadly passed away, aged 70. Schacherl served as CEO of Robe Lighting from 2013 until his retirement in 2019 and will be much missed by all in the Robe organisation alongside those in the industry who had the privilege of working with him. Robe lighting CEO Josef Valchar stated, “Bob was a great team builder! He joined somealready excellent people in place at Robe’s Fort Lauderdale, Florida, headquarters and helped boost our presence in the USA by assembling a fantastic sales and marketing force. His opinions,…
The Production Services Association (PSA) has announced the appointment of Hannah Ratcliffe as its new General Manager, effective 1 May 2025. In this role, Ratcliffe will oversee the day-to-day operations of the association, ensuring the efficient delivery of member services while advancing the organisation’s strategic goals. She will also serve as a key liaison between the PSA and various event industry organisations, stakeholders, and government bodies. Ratcliffe brings strong leadership and management skills coupled with extensive experience in the live events industry. Prior to joining the PSA, she managed the operational and creative delivery of events and shows at LEGOLAND…
Although Marc Carolan has become well known for carrying several racks of analogue outboard gear when touring as the front-of-house mixer for Snow Patrol and Muse, he is just as likely to apply some of his favourite plugins hosted on Fourier Audio’s transform.engine. But while he has long chosen the processing tool that fits the applicationthis summer, using Fourier’s platform, he plans to push the limits of what he’s previously been able to do in the digital domain. Carolan, who has been working in live and studio sound for over 25 years, also including with The Cure, Italian superstar Cremonini,…
The line up for Showlight 2025’s speakers is now complete, bringing over 30 speakers covering lighting topics from every discipline and every corner of the globe. The last group of speakers who’ll be coming to the Parc des Expositions in May, include: Founder of Concept K, Frédéric Aldo Fayard, has 30 years of global experience working on live tours, large-scale events, cinema and permanent installations. He will give the low-down on his installation for the New Year’s Eve show in Dubai Downtown which encompassed a combination of several permanent technologies mixed with a temporary installation of moving lights and lasers.…
With ChamSys having a long history providing standard-setting educational and support programs, its appearance at PLASA Leeds will be no different. Taking place at the Royal Armouries in Leeds, 13 and 14 May 2025. The company will be hosting a full schedule of educational events, including presentations by celebrated LDs Ed Warren and David Howard, as well as interactive demonstrations. In addition to the presentations, ChamSys will also be showcasing products such as its flagship MagicQ MQ500M+ Stadium Console and the brand-new MagicQ Compact Wing, making its first UK public showing, ChamSys will be hosting a full schedule of educational…
The Scena Jutra, Stage of Tomorrow event was hosted this year in Warsaw, Poland, at the Palace of Culture & Science. With a dynamic programme of over 120 speakers picked from all sectors of the performance, entertainment and technology community, over 40 exhibitors and 50% more exhibition space than previous years, this seventh Scena Jutra also created new attendance records with 2000+ visitors over the two days. A diverse array of presentations, discussions, lectures and perspectives set the tone and energy of the event, complete with an after-party on the first night, which created a networking experience and a real-time…
As aviation continues to work towards greater sustainability, highlighted by the recent implementation of the UK’s Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) mandate, Equinox Charter has announced an evolution of its ‘Beyond’ rewards programme to include a new option for clients to offset carbon and other emissions from their flight. Equinox Charter’s industry-first programme offers clients the choice to accrue credits to redeem against future travel, or to directly offset carbon and other emissions associated with their flight. On each booking, passengers are able to choose to align their rewards with individual preferences or corporate environmental, social, and governance (ESG) objectives. The…
When a colleague suggested to Ken Freeman, Toto’s front of house engineer, that he should swap to DiGiCo, he agreed and the switch became permanent. Starting with an SD 10, then the Quantum 338, he recently upgraded to a Quantum 852 for the 2024 Dogz of Oz tour and has never looked back. Steve Kallos at the monitor position, could not have imagined swapping from his SD10, but when his trusted console was not available, the Quantum 338 was “thrust upon” him – and he is glad it was. “With my previous console,” Freeman recalled. “I always had to run…
The British Music Embassy (BME) returned to SXSW for its 32nd edition with its most ambitious showcase to date, hosted for the first time at the Palm Door on Sixth. Curated by the British Music Council and led on the ground by the indefatigable production manager Ant Forbes, the event featured top-tier sound gear and a dedicated production team. This included six students from the Academy of Live Technology, who not only handled systems tech duties during setup but also operated the FOH and monitor positions, gaining real-world experience alongside seasoned sound engineers. Liberty Hill, TX-based production company Fidelis Sound…
Professional Wireless Systems (PWS) has unveilled ts Tour Series (TS) Helical Antenna. Engineered specifically for the demands of touring productions and high-performance wireless applications, the TS Helical Antenna is compatible with all UHF wireless systems and operates in the 460-900 MHz frequency range. It is a compact, low-profile solution that’s easy to store, transport and deploy. Its design features smoked transparent materials, offering a stealthy, non-obstructive appearance that blends into any stage or production environment. The TS Helical Antenna provides larger bandwidth, extended operating range, increased reliability and greater flexibility compared to other antennas on the market. Unlike traditional whip…
Riedel Communications has announced the opening of a new office in Hong Kong. This strategic expansion underscores Riedel’s commitment to enhancing its presence in the Asia-Pacific region and providing superior support to its growing customer base. To mark the occasion, Riedel hosted an All-Asia Partner Conference in March at the new office. The event brought together regional partners to discuss market trends, product developments, and partnership strategies, fostering collaboration across the region while providing hands-on access to Riedel’s latest solutions. “We are excited to further solidify our commitment to the Asia-Pacific market with the opening of our new office in…
The Wombats have wrapped up a UK and Europe tour with a new visual identity, powered by the first touring deployment of the VLHive 151 Digital FX lighting fixture from Vari-Lite, originators of the modern moving head lighting fixture and a Signify (Euronext: LIGHT) entertainment lighting brand. The show has been designed by lighting designer Rosie Haigh, who is also Vari-Lite Business Development Manager at Signify. Haigh’s design embraces a dynamic, textural approach that brings the band’s latest album, Oh! The Ocean, vividly to life on stage, without a single LED screen. As part of the creative brief, The Wombats…
Stray Production Services, a full-service event production company based in Lititz, Pennsylvania, has announced an investment in Elation’s PARAGON LED profile moving head. Stray is one in a growing list of rental companies that have invested in the PARAGON lighting series since its debut at LDI. Recognised with LDI’s Best Debuting Product Award in December, every detail of PARAGON has been refined to ensure that it represents a leap forward in intelligent lighting for entertainment. Stray specialises in events of all types, including large-scale installations. Its extensive Elation inventory is a key part of its production capabilities but as its…
Based in the commercial and industrial centre of Monterrey, the capital of the state of Nuevo Leon in northeastern Mexico, and occupying 7,000 square meters of warehouse space, Serpro Producciones is Mexico’s largest production company, offering lighting, audio, rigging, stage, and backline rentals. Led by Emmanuel Gonzalez and supported by a fantastic team, Serpro has built a strong reputation for service quality and is active in all sectors of entertainment, with a particular focus on the music industry. The company supplies numerous festivals, including the renowned Pa’l Norte Festival in Monterrey, as well as concerts and touring shows of all…
Audient has announced ORIA Control V1.2 software, a major update expanding the remote control options of the award-winning immersive audio interface and monitor controller. New and existing ORIA customers can now use Elgato Stream Deck and Avid EUCON to control their units, in addition to iPad Control. Audient’s Andrew Allen said of the update: “Audient is committed to continuously improving the user experience. Adding support for Stream Deck and EUCON protocols ensures flexible, remote operation for even more ORIA users, offering customers already invested in the Avid and Elgato ecosystems a streamlined way to control ORIA from their desktop.” Everything…
