Germany - From 21-24 March, Prolight+Sound will take place in Frankfurt, Germany. Products and services at Prolight+Sound will be divided into two main sections: 'Audio and Sound Systems' and 'Lighting and Stage'. The Audio and Sound Systems section in Hall 6.1 presents microphones, mobile PA systems and accessories. In Hall 8.0, the Audio and Sound Systems section covers 'portable sound', 'concert sound', 'installed sound', microphones, networks, production and broadcasting. The Lighting and Stage product group is spread over Halls 9.0 and 11.0. Theatre, studio and stage lighting, stages, trusses and rigging, display units and video will be in Hall 9.0, while show and stage lighting, design and installation, lasers and effects, stages, trusses and rigging are in Hall 11.0.

On the outdoor exhibition area, the Concert Sound Arena and the Portable Sound Arena will showcase large-scale stage constructions and small- and large-scale PA systems operating in realistic conditions. Manufacturers of large portable display systems, mobile stages and marquees will also exhibit on the outdoor exhibition area.

Two awards will also be presented at Prolight+Sound. Opus - German Stage Award honours outstanding creative work for stage productions while Sinus - Systems Integration Award is given for the creative use of media technology in buildings and projects, say the organisers.

(Lee Baldock)


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