Neuron Audio Visual have delivered the first NNNN x OJAS system to the UK in a permanent installation at Manchester’s premier new nightclub, Amber’s. Amber’s opened its doors in December 2024 and was described by local media outlet Manchester Confidential as ‘a love letter to raving by creative minds who chase substance over style’. The new owners wanted Amber’s to be a unique and immersive club space in the heart of Manchester and Neuron AV were brought in, in the concept stage of design. Inspired by Berlin’s organic rave culture, Amber’s aim was to foster a return to the clubs…
Author: Todd Staszko
Situated some 60km northeast of Sydney, Richmond is a historic NSW town with a rural feel and a population of around 6000 people. At its cultural heart is the Regent Theatre, originally built in 1935 with art deco styling and soon to reopen following an extensive, two-year program of renovations. The venue has various audience configurations including standing or seated downstairs plus a balcony upstairs with fixed cinema style seats. Part of the upgrade includes the installation of new sound and lighting systems by Sydney-based production technology specialists Voyager Sound. Tech spec for sound is a rigged and flown NEXO…
AV Stumpfl’s real-time PIXERA media server platform is the mainstay of a recent technological refresh of the National WWI Museum and Memorial in Kansas City, Missouri, designed and integrated by Electrosonic. Helping to support the National WWI Museum and Memorial’s goal of engaging visitors with different learning styles, PIXERA distributes and synchronises media across the museum’s upgraded spaces, including theatres, multiple galleries and, most strikingly, Encounters – a new, deeply personal experience that introduces visitors to 16 first-person wartime stories. At the heart of the project, Encounters presents four alcoves where visitors step into illuminated markers that discreetly trigger life-size characters, based on real…
The City of London School has elevated its theatrical capabilities with a major investment in energy‑efficient ETC LED fixtures, as supplied by White Light. The upgrade marks a significant step in the school’s ongoing commitment to creative excellence and sustainable practice. Under the leadership of Drama Technician Joe Oliver, the school’s theatre has transitioned from ageing tungsten filament lanterns, many of which had reached the end of repairable life, to a modern, flexible LED system designed to enhance both learning and performance. “We were in desperate need of upgrading our system, as our old lanterns were no longer repairable,” explained…
The Alisher Navoi State Academic Bolshoi Theatre in Tashkent stands as one of Uzbekistan’s most renowned cultural landmarks – a place where heritage intersects with contemporary stagecraft. Designed by academician Alexey Shchusev and inaugurated in 1947, the theatre embodies an architectural synthesis of Eastern ornament and European classicism. Its 1,440-seat auditorium, decorated with artisanal stucco, gilding, and Bukhara textiles, represents a living monument to craftsmanship and cultural identity. A Modern Lighting Upgrade As part of a recent stage lighting renovation, the theatre introduced Ayrton luminaires to elevate artistic expression, performance flexibility, and visual precision. “It was essential for us to…
Soho Farmhouse is a luxurious countryside retreat located in the idyllic Cotswolds, part of the exclusive Soho House collection. Offering a blend of rustic charm and modern comfort, it provides a peaceful escape for members. The Farmhouse features cosy cottages, a spa, a farm-to-table restaurant and a range of outdoor activities, making it a sanctuary for those looking to unwind and connect with like-minded individuals. London-based integrators Tateside have a long-standing relationship with Soho House and led the recent integration of new AVL systems across both the health and wellbeing areas and the tennis and padel facilities. “We’re proud to…
Mad About Video is a specialist in video for live events and installations throughout Malta and has evolved from a company focused on show-day execution to one that now delivers full creative and technical solutions for theatres, museums and large-scale public productions both locally and abroad. The company’s long-running partnership with Lightware began in 2014 when co-founders, Gerald Agius Ordway and Alex Magri, first encountered Lightware’s equipment through Italian rental partners. “When we formed the company, we used to rent equipment from Italy, and it was there that I saw my first Lightware matrix switcher, said Ordway. “I experienced the…
For the new season at the Philharmonie de Paris, the Festival d’Automne and the ensemble Le Balcon, led by co-founder and artistic director Florent Derex, have presented one of the most ambitious staged music projects in contemporary opera: Montag aus Licht, the penultimate opera of Karlheinz Stockhausen’s monumental seven-part cycle, produced by Le Balcon. For Le Balcon, a company renowned for its pioneering work in contemporary and mixed music, Montag aus Licht is not merely an opera, it is a technical and artistic summit. Read the full article in the 36.2 edition of MONDO-DR here: https://issuu.com/mondiale/docs/mondo-dr_36-2_8e59b8e0d308a6/56
d&b audiotechnik returns to Barcelona for ISE with one of its most significant lineups of new product introductions to date. Headlining is the U-Series, a new family of compact multipurpose point-source loudspeakers, opening a completely new chapter in the product category. Another key focus is the advancement of audio-over-Ethernet technologies with four new Milan-enabled products, expanding the d&b Milan ecosystem and enabling users to build scalable, robust, and future-ready audio systems. Completing the highlights is the 42S, a new point-source loudspeaker that combines acoustic precision with an ultra-compact form factor. Underlining its commitment to constant innovation, d&b will premiere the…
Robe lighting will go large at ISE in Barcelona next week, launching three innovative new products – T10 PC and T10 Fresnel – and a retina-blowing new creative tool that is set to push the boundaries of lighting design into a new dimension. The brand also presents the latest edition of its amazing live performance show spectacular, “Excalibur – The Lights of the Round Table” on Booth 6K700 in Hall 6. In addition to the product launches, other new Robe innovations on the booth will include the T3 family (Profile, PC and Fresnel), the T10 Profile, the WTF! (Wash Twist…
