The Liaoning Ballet has taken delivery of 40 x ADB Stagelight Klemantis AS1000 LED cyclorama lights, half of them for fixed installation for the Liaoning Ballet and the other half for the ballet company’s worldwide touring performances of Hua Mulan. The Liaoning Ballet is one of the most famous ballet companies in China. It is known for producing new Chinese cultural works and performing well-known ballet classics. The Liaoning Ballet’s new production interprets the iconic tale through modern ballet choreography and music. It is now touring globally. Lighting Programmer Ma Liang from the Liaoning Ballet chose the new Klemantis cyc…
Author: James Robertson
There’s no better way to tap into the pulse of a city than to delve into its nightlife. As many night owls in Brussels will attest, the Mirano club has served as the cornerstone of the city’s after dark culture since the big bands swung in the 1930s. But even the most iconic venues need a makeover every once in a while, which is why Mirano’s management recently called on J&J Event to refit their club with a 21st century lighting system. J&J Event devised a versatile lighting system for Mirano that is equally at home supporting a wide range…
Spanish AV distributor, EARPRO, and leading LED manufacturer, Absen, are due to celebrate the first anniversary of their official distribution partnership in Spain, Portugal and Andorra. The milestone comes at the same time as the official opening of EARPRO’s new showroom in Madrid, featuring a 200sqm dedicated experience centre. EARPRO – which is part of the Midwich Group – is one of the few companies accredited with the status of VAD (Value Added Distributor). As VAD, EAPRO has given customers access to the latest LED displays with a dedicated local service centre and in-house technical support for both rental and…
At its best, fine dining pleases all the senses and annoys none. For Tanya Holland, owner and executive chef at Brown Sugar Kitchen, the quality of sound heard inside the restaurant plays a critical role in complementing what her guests experience with food and drink. To ensure the optimum listening experience, Tanya chose to install a Meyer Sound Constellation system at her new uptown Oakland, California location. “The soundtrack has always been important to Brown Sugar Kitchen,” said Tanya. “It’s crucial that music we play — a mixture of soul, R&B, American pop and some classical — is integrated into…
The demand for CHAUVET Professional and CHAUVET DJ products has been growing rapidly throughout Asia. To better serve its expanding market in the continent, Chauvet has appointed highly-regarded industry figure Desmond Kwan as its Asia Business Development Specialist. Desmond brings extensive experience in entertainment lighting to his new position, having served in various sales and management positions at Harman Professional for 15 years. During that time he acquired a stellar reputation for his product knowledge and commitment to customer service. “Desmond’s track record is extremely impressive,” said Stéphane Gressier, International Sales Director at Chauvet. “In addition to possessing an extraordinary…
hazebase, a leading manufacturer of professional smoke, haze and fluid products, has announced their expansion into USA, Canada, Mexico, South America and the Caribbean market, with offices in North Carolina. Uta Raabe, Founder and President of hazebase said: “Our recent focus has been on improving value and reach and I am really excited to be expanding hazebase, for this growing market. With a new shipping centre and United States office, we can reduce the costs to our Dealers and Distributors while providing greater service and support.” said Uta Raabe, Founder and President of hazebase. hazebase America will first focus on…
Solid Sound Solutions recently brought sonic upgrades to Buena Park, California’s Thanksgiving Church using 24 dBTechnologies VIO L208 loudspeakers, VIO 218 subwoofers, and full-range, horn-loaded Ingenia IG1T and IG2T enclosures. The install relied on an audio blueprint penned by Solid Sound Solutions founder and owner Troy Choi. Choi has gained attention as of late in roles as monitor engineer for the rock band Toto, and as the primary mix engineer for La La Land in Concert, a series of screenings of the Oscar-winning film that incorporates a live orchestra, jazz ensemble, and choir. “Beyond what I’ve been doing with Toto…
PROLIGHTS have announced that leading distribution and project engineering company A+SF (ASF SES ISIK VEGOR. SIS. A. S.) has joined the international distribution network. A+SF – now the largest AVL company in Turkey, was the result of a merger between the two leading AVL companies in Turkey: Asimetrik and SF. With elements of the company dating back to early 80’s, A+SF come with a sterling reputation of being the first company in Turkey to really ‘do’ Pro AVL. A+SF come with their own extensive network of dealers, a vast rental network and a reference portfolio of more than 2000 projects…
One of the world’s most popular light festivals, and certainly one of the oldest, is Blackpool Illuminations, an annual event in the British seaside resort of Blackpool that was first held in 1879. Stretching for six miles along the resort town’s Promenade, Blackpool Illuminations bathes the esplanade in light from over a million bulbs while interactive installations explore the concept of light as art. 4Wall Entertainment contributed to this year’s event by transforming the city’s Theatre D’Amour into an experimental art installation that incorporated effects from Elation Artiste Monet LED moving head luminaires. Called the 4Wall Theatre of Light, the…
Renkus-Heinz has announced that Jim Mobley has been promoted to the position of Vice President, Operations. Mobley got his professional start as an installer for Matty Sound Systems in San Bernardino, California, in 1983, eventually becoming lead installer and designer. He founded his own design and consulting firm in 1996, operating it for three years before becoming Renkus-Heinz’ first Application Engineer in 1999. As Application Engineer, Senior Application Engineer, and most recently Technical Sales Manager, Mobley led Renkus-Heinz’ pre and post-sale technical and design support; taught EASE, EASERA, and SysTune classes; and created the Iconyx Dealer Certification program. “Jim has…
