Impact Production Services (IPS) has reported the addition of the highly anticipated Martin MAC Viper XIP to its lighting rental stock. In response to strong customer demand, this latest addition to the Martin lineup introduces an LED source, IP rated version of the classic Viper fixture family, enhancing all the best attributes of previous models. For clients seeking high-performance lighting solutions, the MAC Viper XIP offers exceptional flexibility, seamlessly integrating into both indoor and outdoor productions. Whether for festivals, corporate events, theatrical productions, or touring, this fixture delivers outstanding performance and reliability while also reducing energy consumption. Included as part…
Author: Jacob Waite
ETC is gearing up to return to Frankfurt for Prolight + Sound 2025, taking place from April 8 to 11 at the Messe Frankfurt. At Prolight + Sound, one of the world’s largest trade shows for live entertainment technology, ETC will present its latest product releases and celebrate its 50th anniversary throughout the four day show on stands C33 and C39 in Hall 12.0. Visitors to ETC’s stands can look forward to discovering the latest advancements in lighting, control, networking, power control, and more. ColorSource PAR V Zoom sees the bestselling ColorSource PAR get an upgrade into the V family…
Irish pop-rock band The Script took to the road last year in support of their most recent ‘Satellites’ album. The tour of arenas in the UK and continental Europe saw the band return to live performance with a high-energy show which typified their approach to pushing boundaries. Added to the band’s legendary collection of anthemic tunes, the boisterous hip-hop and funk rhythms of their new material made for a memorable show. Event technology specialist Adlib has supplied audio to The Script for nearly 15 years and have seen the band develop into global superstars. Adlib once again chose a CODA…
Building on its recent acquisition of Scène Éthique and driven by sustained growth momentum, Stageline has announced the appointment of Christine Latour to the newly created position of Chief Marketing Officer and Head of New Market Development. This appointment underscores Stageline’s ambition to expand its international presence, support its global objectives, and ensure a robust strategic position for the future. With nearly 20 years of marketing expertise, Latour is recognised for her strategic vision and ability to deliver tangible results. Holding a BBA from HEC Montréal and a Master’s degree from Purdue University, she notably served as CMO at Solotech,…
Formula 1 made history with its inaugural season launch at London’s O2 arena. Unveiling the 2025 car liveries while celebrating F1’s 75th anniversary, F1 75 Live brought together all ten teams and drivers for an evening of spectacle and high-energy entertainment. The world premiere event was brought to life by STUFISH Entertainment Architects in collaboration with production partner 1826; creative visionary, Brian Burke; design collective, DX7 Design, as well as a raft of technical and creative support teams. As the dust settled on the project, TPi’s Jacob Waite sits down – virtually – with Lumentech’s Loren Barton – to highlight…
The Grand Ole Opry 100th Celebration, broadcast live on NBC and streamed on Peacock, featured a procession of artists who relied on Shure audio technology as they honoured the legacy of the iconic country music institution. Both founded in 1925, the Grand Ole Opry and Shure share a rich history together, with music and cultural icons trusting Shure microphones on the Opry stage. “Two icons in the entertainment industry both celebrating 100 years is quite an honour,” said Chris Schyvinck, President and CEO, at Shure. “We literally grew up together. From Day One, the Grand Ole Opry has provided the…
Grass Valley and F&F Productions have announced an expansion of their partnership that will see a suite of Grass Valley solutions deployed on F&F’s latest 2110 IP 4K remote production truck, the GTX-21. The new GTX-21 (A, B and C Units) follows on from the GTX-20 as F&F’s second 2110 IP truck and will feature cutting-edge Grass Valley technology including a Kayenne Switcher, GV Orbit orchestration platform, GV Routing, and KIP-X240 Multiviewers. Grass Valley is also supplying a large Cisco IP Spine and Leaf Core as part of the build. F&F Productions is a provider of high definition and 4K remote production facilities for…
Christie has announced the appointment of Hideaki Takizawa as the new Chief Financial officer of Christie Digital Systems and its subsidiaries, effective 1 April 2025. Reporting to Michael Phipps, President and Chief Operating Officer, Takizawa will align Christie’s financial strategy with its overall goals and manage internal controls and reporting to support continued growth and innovation. Hideaki brings more than 34 years of experience working at Ushio and a wealth of expertise in business management and finance. “We are excited to have Hideaki join us as we continue to strengthen our presence in the industry, enhance customer partnerships and create…
DirectOut has revealed the appointment of pro audio veteran Vaino Gennaro as the first point of contact for North American customers. With his extensive experience in the pro audio industry and expertise in sales, business development, and customer relations, Vaino will play a key role in expanding DirectOut’s market presence in the region. The appointment forms the basis of a strategic growth initiative to provide even better service and advanced audio solutions to DirectOut’s North American customers. With his support, the company will further strengthen its position as a leading provider of signal processing solutions. “Vaino brings wide-ranging experience in…
When Lighting Designer, Jaycob Luque played his first ever date with renowned Canadian DJ/producer KAYTRANADA on Hallowe’en in 2021, he was supported by multiples of GLP’s impression X4 Bars. “The X4 was revolutionary at the time,” he said. But fast forward three years and KAYTRANADA’s production values have scaled up – and GLP has moved to its X5 platform. So now, the designer has been able to upgrade to impression X5 IP Bars, specifying 156 fixtures. These have dominated the set for their power and versatility on the recent US stadium and amphitheatre Timeless tour. The show has also visited…
Dutch indie pop group Son Mieux played two sold-out shows at Amsterdam’s Ziggo Dome recently where 32 Claypaky Volero Cubes, provided by AED Group Netherlands, made their country-wide debut. Volero Cube is a unique fixture in Claypaky’s portfolio, a compact IP66 moving head that seamlessly merges beam, wash and strobe effects with pixel-to-pixel control – a toolbox of playful possibilities. Son Mieux filled the Ziggo Dome with 17,000 fans each night garnering praise for their high-quality sound and immersive concert experience. Lighting and Set Designer Jasper Nijholt of Jasper Nijholt Lighting Design was tasked with creating a lighting and stage…
Elation has release the KL CORE IP – the newest addition to its KL ‘Key Light’ Series of LED luminaires. Built to withstand the demands of today’s fast-paced and light-critical environments, the KL CORE IP is a configurable, broadcast-quality LED source that can be adapted as an ellipsoidal, Fresnel or monolight. The KL CORE IP is particularly well-suited for outdoor applications, thanks to its rugged, IP65-rated design that ensures durability in various weather conditions. Offering studio-quality illumination, the KL CORE IP excels in outdoor film sets, TV studios, theatres, and live productions. Its versatile design meets the stringent demands of…
Mason Felps with 46 Entertainment has created an eye-catching lighting design including 68 Robe iFORTE and 16 iSpiider moving lights supplied by Backstage Productions for the 2025 leg of Alan Jackson’s Last Call: One More for the Road tour. Felps, who doubles as the tour’s production manager and lighting director, began working with the camp in 2017, initially as a backline technician. The 270° visual production design fit into six semi-trucks with Felps taking care of lighting, video and set, working closely with Wesley Owens of PXLBOX – who programmed the disguise media servers to produce video content, citing Jackson’s…
Following the launch and immediate success of the all-new Veloce Profile, Ayrton is proud to unveil Veloce Wash, the fourth luminaire in the “Ultimate” family, boasting a cutting-edge design and breathtaking performance. Like all Ultimate series luminaires, Veloce Wash is a versatile tool designed to perform in all conditions — indoors, outdoors, and even in coastal environments. Built on the advanced principle of perfect scalability, this ultra-compact luminaire pushes the boundaries of integration with a sealed 850W high-efficiency LED module, calibrated at 6500K, delivering a powerful 40,000-lumen output. With an optimal black body positioning, it ensures perfect light neutrality. The…
Mamma Mia! The Party is an immersive theatrical show that combines the magic of Mamma Mia! – the successful theatre production – with a unique dining experience. Set in a vibrant Greek taverna with the entire venue being used as the set, the show invites audiences to become part of the action, interacting with the cast and enjoying a meal while the story unfolds around them. With lively performances, iconic ABBA music, and a mix of comedy and drama, Mamma Mia! The Party creates an unforgettable, high-energy environment that blurs the line between audience and performers. The Follow-Me Track-iT system was…
Fresh for 2025, Showlight is introducing a new attraction – an enticing programme of informative, interactive workshops. These will take place on the afternoon of Wednesday 21 May 2025 and will be open to all delegates on a first come, first served basis, with a strong emphasis on student attendance. The Workshops will be conducted by leading experts in their field and offer unprecedented insights into subjects from the latest technology to personal development. Numbers are limited so delegates will be encouraged to sign up for their choice of workshop via the Whova App when it goes live closer to…
Robert Juliat returns to Prolight+Sound Frankfurt in the Lightpower Village (Hall 12.0, Stand C60) to showcase its latest LED followspots, profiles and Fresnels, with innovative, versatile, quality lighting solution for venues of all sizes. The very latest addition to the Robert Juliat LED range of followspots, Lexie, which was launched last month, will be on show for the first time in Germany. Compact in size, comparable to the Roxie model, yet with a more powerful output, Lexie followspot (1176) features a 420W LED engine delivering approximately 15,000 lumens with a crisp 6500K cool white source. It presents a plug-and-play solution…
When Univision presented the 37th annual Premio Lo Nuestro at the Kaseya Center in Miami, Professional Wireless Systems (PWS) was onsite to handle frequency coordination and supply all wireless microphones, IFBs, IEMs and intercom for this year’s Latin music awards show. PWS managed frequency coordination and equipment for the entertainment program, including the red-carpet festivities, livestream and main event. “We have supported this event for 30 consecutive years and continue to evolve our technology package to meet the challenges of the changing RF environment and the needs of the event,” said Jim Van Winkle, General Manager, Professional Wireless Systems (PWS). “Our team continues to…
