The Caterpillar Club, Sydney’s latest underground music venue, boasts one of the world’s largest vinyl collections. Drawing inspiration from the 70s and the vibrant clubs of New York, bands also play five nights a week, and according to General Manager Emma Franceschini, “any time there’s not a band on there’s a DJ spinning vinyl.” This includes the secret Bamboo Room Tiki bar, where DJs can also be found at weekends. Tasked with turning the vision of operators Stefan & Anton Forte (from Swillhouse Group) into reality was renowned sound engineer Anthony Russo from Technical Audio Group (TAG). And he instinctively…
Author: Daisy Thorogood
Ledman’s has launched its next-generation COB display products, with the flagship model being the Icescreen QS0.9. This series focuses on four core selling points: Ultra-High Definition, Ultra-Energy Saving, Ultra-Cool Screen, and Ultra-High Refresh Rate. It addresses industry pain points with robust technology, providing reliable solutions for multi-scenario display needs. The Icescreen QS0.9 utilises Ledman’s core, original PSE patented technology, with patent grants already covering regions including China, the USA, Canada, Germany, Japan, and Australia. The featured model QS0.9, with its 0.9mm pixel pitch design, significantly increases screen pixel density. Simultaneously, equipped with a 7680Hz high refresh rate, it delivers smooth…
The VILCO Convention Centre in Bad Vilbel, just north of Frankfurt, represents the next evolution of a historic meeting place. Opened in 2023, adjacent to the historic Kurhaus – a renowned spa resort dating from 1927 – the modern facility features a Great Hall with soaring ten-metre ceilings and adaptable configurations that can transform from a single large event space to multiple smaller venues through movable walls and adjustable grandstands. The venue’s striking interior showcases over 15,000 sq m of eucalyptus veneer alongside acoustic-optimised panels, creating a warm yet sophisticated atmosphere that connects seamlessly with the adjacent spa gardens. This…
Under his company ear NETWORKS, NYC-based Kurt Schlossberg has been specifying exclusively Martin Audio sound systems in Time Out Markets around the world for a number of years. But recently, he undertook his first project for Chilean-born restaurateur Juan Santa Cruz, as Obvio joined the operator’s other upmarket establishments, including two in Central London’s trendy Mayfair and Notting Hill areas. His latest modern supper club and cocktail bar — named Obvio — is right on his own Manhattan doorstep, and again it is an exclusive Martin Audio house, taking advantage of the CDD series’ unique coaxial differential dispersion technology. “Juan…
The National Opera of Ukraine – officially known as the National Academic Opera and Ballet Theatre of Ukraine named after Taras Shevchenko – in the capital city Kyiv, has invested in a new Avolites D9 lighting console, replacing the old Diamond 4 that had been in residence since 2002. Renowned for its elaborate architecture, rich performance history, and important role in Ukrainian culture and arts, the current National Opera building was designed by architect Victor Schröter in Neo-Renaissance style and opened in 1901. The new D9 console was delivered by Avolites’ Ukrainian distributor – MegaShow – who also supplied the…
After more than a decade of shared responsibility as Co-CEOs, Daniel and Dr. Andreas Sennheiser will take on different roles within the Sennheiser Group. Effective January 1, 2026, Daniel Sennheiser will become Chairman of the Board of Directors, while his brother Andreas Sennheiser will continue as CEO, overseeing the operational business of the family-owned company. In his new role, Daniel Sennheiser will focus on the strategic direction of the Sennheiser Group. “By joining the Board of Directors, I will concentrate more on the long-term development of the company and on continuously strengthening key customer relationships. I will continue to work…
Robert Juliat’s Morgane is the brand’s new 825W LED 13°-24° followspot, and it is now ready to ship worldwide. Made for the demands of today’s productions, Morgane combines the renowned craftsmanship of Robert Juliat with a new approach to performance and design, offering a modern, versatile and low-maintenance solution. Morgane (ref 1489) is the smaller sister of Tristan (ref 1189), the long-throw (7°-14.5°) model, which was launched in 2024. Together, the pair represent compact and powerful upgrades that replace Robert Juliat’s traditional 1800W MSR followspot. Brand new features Like its larger sibling, Morgane offers a significant increase in output and…
Portlantis is an exciting new visitor and exhibition centre for the Port of Rotterdam, located at the port’s western-most point in Maasvlakte, Netherlands. First opened in early 2025, the educational space invites visitors to journey through the port’s 100-year history, experience the port of today, and take a glimpse into the future. This modern, multi-use building spans five rotated spaces, catering for school trips, tourists and business meetings. To help immerse visitors in the port’s fascinating story, systems integrator Ata Tech BV and project sound designer Danny Weijermans selected Genelec’s 4410 Smart IP loudspeakers to deliver engaging sound across every…
Opened in February 2024, CODE in Veszprém, Hungary, is an independent creative hub where the digital world of arts and sciences is brought to life in a series of immersive spaces. Designed to be a studio for artistic experimentation as well as a visitor attraction, CODE is dedicated to fostering a community of creatives in one of Hungary’s oldest cities. CODE partnered with visual arts and technology specialists, Glowing Bulbs Collective, to implement a complete AV system across several rooms, encompassing control, projection and audio. Lightware’s signal management solutions played a key role in this complex project. “We have a…
Football and art, though often seemingly worlds apart, share a deep connection – evoking human expression and emotion. Internationally renowned artist Ryan Gander sought to explore how the integration of technology could combine art and football to create a playful exhibition at this year’s Manchester International Festival (MIF). Collaborating with innovative AV technology leader Naostage, Gander was one of six artists to work with football stars – including Manchester United’s Eric Cantona, Lioness Ella Toone and Edgar Davids – to create Football City, Art United, an interactive group exhibition conceived by World Cup and Champions League winner Juan Mata. Using…
