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26 March 2025

USA - Christie has announced the appointment of Hideaki Takizawa as the new chief financial officer of Christie Digital Systems, Inc. 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.

Takizawa succeeds Michael Phipps, who transitioned to president and chief operating officer in November 2024 while maintaining his CFO role.

Takizawa 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 innovative AV solutions,” said Michael

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25 March 2025

Europe - Fresh for 2025, Showlight is introducing a new attraction - an enticing programme of informative, interactive Workshops guaranteed to get the creative juices flowing! 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 the date.

Here’s the lowdown on Showlight’s inaugural Workshop presentations:

Workshop 1: Colour and Light

Led by lighting designer, author, and co-founder of Studio School of Design

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25 March 2025

USA - To keep up with the ever-growing list of tours hitting the road this year, Bandit Lites has invested in expanding its touring inventory with a significant purchase of Claypaky lighting fixtures.

Working with Inner Circle Distribution (ICD), Claypaky’s exclusive US distributor and service network partners, this expansion ensures Bandit clients have the latest technology and gear to support multiple large-scale tours simultaneously.

One substantial purchase has been even more Claypaky Midi-B FX. Bandit first provided Midi-B FX on John Adamo’s design for Gary Clark Jr., a choice that garnered acclaim from fans and lighting enthusiasts alike. Demand for the fixtures quickly spiked and Bandit purchased another fleet. Creed sold out venues across the US with designer Mathias Kuhn also using the popular Midi-B FX. The next round can be spotted on

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25 March 2025

Germany - On 19 and 20 March 2025, LEaT X 25 turned the Ofenwerk Nuremberg into a central meeting place for the event technology industry. With over 1,000 participants, over 100 brands and a mix of networking and inspiration, the event was a complete success, say the organisers.

“The response to LEaT X 25 was overwhelming. The combination of an exclusive setting, a targeted trade audience and first-class exhibitors struck a chord with the industry,” says John Weltersbach, head of event operations at LEaT and new to the team since the beginning of the year.

The 38 exhibitors at LEaT X 25 offered visitors an opportunity to exchange ideas directly with leading industry representatives, establish new business relationships and discuss current market developments. The informal atmosphere of the LEaT X formats makes it possible to establish valuable co

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25 March 2025

Europe - 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.

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 use of lightweight aluminium components significantly reduces weight, achieving the best weight-to-power ratio on the market, without resorting to costly or unstable special alloys. Weighing just 39kg, Veloce Wa

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25 March 2025

Europe - Elation turned heads at LDI 2024 in December with its Experience Tomorrow innovations. Now, the company is inviting lighting professionals to Hall 12.1, Stand B49/C49 at the Prolight + Sound tradeshow in Frankfurt (April 8-11), where visitors can discover the future of lighting technology by exploring Elation’s latest advancements in professional lighting.

Elation will showcase new product lines including Paragon, Elation’s new flagship automated lighting series and winner of the Best Debuting Product Award at LDI. With the ability to fulfil multiple fixture roles in a single design, TruTone variable CRI technology, and weatherproof IP54 rating, Paragon enables more refined creative expression, standing as the new standard in professional lighting.

Also new is the first luminaire in a bolder breed of intelligent lighting, Rebel.

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25 March 2025

Europe - 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 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 which is very easy to use, with easy, smooth dimming and iris control, making it very attractive to universities and schools.

The 825W cool white LED Tristan followspot, makes its return with new enhanced functiona

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25 March 2025

USA - Christie and Dolby Laboratories have announced their renewed collaboration to develop the next generation of Dolby Vision laser projection systems, which will begin rolling out into theatres in May.

This next-generation Dolby Vision projection system will build on the moviegoing experience that filmmakers, moviegoers and exhibitors have come to expect since Dolby Cinema was introduced 10 years ago. With more than twice the brightness of typical cinema presentations, and a contrast ratio well exceeding a million-to-one, moviegoers will experience the brightest whites, darkest blacks, and the finest details in between.

For highly saturated and real-life colours, this new 4K projection system will use RGB pure laser illumination to enable Dolby’s Wide Color Gamut 1.0 — which is nearly twice the colour gamut of Rec. 709 and 122% of DCI-P3-capab

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24 March 2025

Brazil - Lighting designer and DOP Alexandre (Alê) Augusto created the lighting scheme for the latest series of The Masked Singer in Brazil, with his rental company, Spectrun Design e Iluminação, supplying the lighting equipment and production.

The fifth season of the popular music TV show was recorded at Banijay Studios in the Guarulhos area of Sao Paulo, and Alê collaborated closely on the design side of this project with another of Brazil’s leading lighting designers, Serginho Antonio. Both are keen users of Robe moving lights and LED products.

Prominent on Alê’s lighting plot were 20 x TetraXs – the first in Brazil, as Alê also likes to be a bit of a trailblazer with new tech when possible – rigged on a shaped and automated truss which moved in and out to create different architectural looks in the studio.

He used M

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24 March 2025

USA - Dreamstate SoCal's creative design team’s vision for their main 70ft high, by 160ft wide, and 60ft trim stage was to deliver a production that took fans on an evolving journey across the universe. 

Designed by Erik Mahowald of Bending Light Productions with animation overseen by Brent Bucci of The VJ Collective, the stage was far more than just massive. It also transfixed the Long Beach crowd by exploding with vibrant colours, mind bending video imagery, immersive 3D features, inflatables from Airworks, and scenic designs from Leisure Expert Group.

"The stage was designed to evolve throughout the festival, taking fans to different planets, environments, and worlds," explained Bucci. "Working closely with Jeff Ryan, director of Dreamstate, our team developed a total of 20 major show looks, with custom intros for each artist.

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24 March 2025

South Africa - The Keorapetse William Kgositsile Theatre at the UJ Arts Centre in Johannesburg has recently upgraded its technical capabilities with the addition of Robe LEDBeam 350 FW (Fresnel-Wash) fixtures and a grandMA3 onPC command wing XT, complementing their existing grandMA3 compact XT, supplied by DWR Distribution.

The UJ Arts Centre, part of the Faculty of Art, Design, and Architecture (FADA), is known for producing and presenting world-class arts programmes, both for students and professionals.

Thato Maroga, the theatre's production manager, has been with the theatre for seven years, starting as a resident stage manager. He works closely with Tebogo Ramatapa, the theatre's technical manager, and together with a team of eager annual interns, they bring their shared passion for theatre to life.

“We do so many different things here,

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24 March 2025

China - Christie reports that its Inspire Series 1DLP laser projectors are delivering stunning immersive experiences at electric automaker BYD’s new energy vehicle museum in Zhengzhou, the first of its kind in China.

Known as BYD Zhengzhou Di Space, this 15,000sq.m complex offers a holistic exploration of the power and artistry of new energy vehicles. Spanning four floors with over 300 exhibits, visitors are guided through interactive visual narratives that merge science, technology, and innovation, providing a comprehensive view of BYD’s pioneering automotive vision and the potential of new energy for future mobility.

A total of 26 Christie DWU860-iS laser projectors are at the heart of Di Space’s dynamic visuals, delivering vibrant, lifelike imagery that enchants visitors in each themed area. Christie’s trusted partner Jianye Display instal

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24 March 2025

The Netherlands - SoMMedia Studio has elevated its production capabilities with an updated Prolights lighting rig, ensuring an enhanced visual quality for projects. The SoMMedia video production studio offers a balance between functionality and aesthetics, tailored to the needs of every production or event, with technical support and innovative solutions.

The studio at Strijp-T is designed with meticulous attention to detail, allowing creators to fully focus on their artistic vision while SoMMedia ensures seamless technical assistance.

The studio has achieved high-quality lighting thanks to the Prolights EclFresnel VW, supplied by Full AVL. These fixtures deliver true-to-life illumination, making them suitable for video recordings, interviews, commercials, and even virtual productions. With an adjustable white light CCT from 2,700K to 5,600K and high

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24 March 2025

USA - When TobyMac launched his headlining Hits Deep Tour in 2025, Bandit Lites was there to deliver a system that matched the energy that has been inspiring fans for three decades. With more than 25 Dove Awards and seven Grammys, TobyMac released his newest album, Heaven On My Mind earlier this month to wide acclaim.

In addition to TobyMac, the Hits Deep Tour features performances from Crowder, Cain, Ryan Stevenson and Terrian. Lighting designer Noah Wood needed to design a system that could support all the bands, in different venue spaces for multiple shows.

He also needed a flexible rig that was able to match the energy and diversity of TobyMac’s music.

Bandit Lites provided Ayrton Magic Panel 602, Chauvet Rogue R3 Washes, Chauvet Strike Array 2, Claypaky Sharpys, Elation KL CYC L, Robe BMFL Spots, ADJ Jolt Bar

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24 March 2025

USA - Harman Professional Solutions has announced the launch of its Martin Exterior Projection Pro Compact, an outdoor image projector designed to inspire captivating creativity and versatility across a diverse range of architectural, façade, and landscape applications.

Featuring a modular design with 11 configurable options and up to four layers of effects, including precise façade framing, the fixture offers a broad spectrum of creative possibilities while minimising complexity and cost. Its compact footprint and lightweight design facilitate pole mounting and seamless integration into various setups, delivering multiple application possibilities. The fixture’s sleek, professional appearance ensures it blends effortlessly into any environment.

The built-in zoom system enables precision adjustment of the projection angle from 15° to 45°, suppo

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24 March 2025

Europe - With the new JDC Burst 1, GLP offers a significantly more powerful strobe/wash hybrid. Inspired by the innovative technology of the new JDC2 IP, and building on the success of the JDC1, the JDC Burst 1 delivers ‘an impressive blend of power, colour intensity, and flexibility’.

The JDC Burst 1, with its segmented, controllable white strobe line that's 10% brighter than the JDC1, delivers punch and impressive strobe effects.

In addition to the white strobe line, the JDC Burst 1 features two powerful RGBW LED plates, offering significantly improved colour performance compared to the JDC1. As GLP's first hybrid strobe with RGBW LED plates, the Burst 1 enables not only rich, vibrant colours but also delicate pastel tones to be achieved. The RGBW plates are also precisely controllable in 20 x 240 RGBW pixels (divided into 12 x 4 segments of 5

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21 March 2025

UK - Continuing to expand its brand portfolio, Prolight Concepts (UK) has partnered up with Netgear in the UK to bring Netgear AV to its customer base.

With a market presence of almost 30 years, Netgear is a global leader in innovative networking technologies. Netgear's Pro AV solutions are engineered specifically for #AVoIP with out-of-the-box support for every networked AV solution. Their fully managed switches have a revolutionary AV GUI simplifying configuration, whilst options such as ports on the rear or front along with PoE, multi-gig, and SFP options allow for flexible mounting.

“This collaboration once again solidifies our position in the market, ensuring we have a full and complete product offering for our customers,” says Prolight. Stock of Netgear products will be arriving early April.

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21 March 2025

Bahrain - A large complement of Claypaky lighting fixtures was on hand for the celebration hosted by the State of Kuwait at Bahrain National Stadium, following the victory of the Bahrain national team at football’s 26th Arabian Gulf Cup, the second win in Bahraini football history.

The reception was attended by His Majesty the King and many notables in sports and government. Fans went wild cheering the team which scored a victory over Oman to achieve their second title in six years.

Faalyat Event Management was the main event organiser. Showtech Productions W.L.L., an event management company in Bahrain, produced the gala event and provided the lighting design and fixtures. Lawrence Rodricks, CEO of Showtech, was the lighting designer. Claypaky fixtures included 40 Skylos, 40 Xtylos, and 40 Scenius Profiles. 

Alex Douglas, a freelance ligh

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21 March 2025

Australia - Kevin Northrup, lighting designer for Luke Combs, chose an array of Ayrton fixtures, MDG theONE and Atmosphere HO foggers/hazers, and grandMA3 consoles for the singer-songwriter’s recent stadium tour of Australia and New Zealand. All of the brands are exclusively distributed in North America by ACT Entertainment.

The Winston Salem, North Carolina-based Northrup has been working with Combs since his headline arena show in Asheville in 2017 and was lighting designer for Combs’ 2023 Australian arena tour. The new tour played eight dates in January and February in Auckland, Brisbane, Sydney and Melbourne.

The show continued the look established by production designer Ollie Metcalfe for Combs’s 2023 North American stadium tour. “We knew that looked good, would work and fit the timeline we had,” says Northrup. “Luke likes to do real

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21 March 2025

UK - IPS (Impact Production Services) has announced the addition of the 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.

Included as part of IPS’s Technical Production and Dry Hire service, the addition of the MAC Viper XIP expands IPS’s inventory, providing event professionals with access to advanced lighting technology suitable for a variety of applications.

IPS head of lighting, Davis Cmoch, highlighted the technical capabilities of the new fixture stating: “The new Viper XIP boasts Framing Shutters as standard, a key feature that previously set the Performance fixture apart from the Profile version. Additionally, its impressive

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21 March 2025

The Netherlands - Two key performance spaces – Odeon and Spiegel – in the bustling Netherlands regional epicentre of Zwolle, chose Robe moving lights as a vital element of their transition to LED lighting, with the purchase of six T1 Profiles, 18 x Painte Profiles, 24 x LEDBeam 350s and 24 x LEDBeam FWQ 150 Washes, all delivered by Robe’s Benelux distributor, Controllux.

Discussions related to the move to LED started in 2022, and Zwolle Theatre’s head of technical Dennis Bouwhuis and head of lighting Jan Willem Jansen explained that, as they already had some older Robe moving lights – ColorWash 250s and ColorSpot 700s – in the inventory, they had already known the brand for a long time and enjoyed its reliability.

The Zwolle Theatre dates back to 1869 and also has the Hanzestrohm Hall (AKA the ‘Small Hall’) for 457 people, one of the

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21 March 2025

Lithuania - High-profile politicians and dignitaries from across Europe attended a special event in Vilnius to mark a shift in the Baltic states’ power grid in February, with Green Hippo’s Hippotizer Media Servers energising the visuals.

Energy Independence Day celebrated decades of work by Baltic states Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia and the EU to connect power to Europe rather than Russia. As Polish President Andrzej Duda and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen addressed the press, a highly synchronised and video effect-laden show was presented, by creative technical storytellers at Lithuania-based Marfa Lights.

Andrius Stasiulis, founder of Marfa Lights and his team sourced a Hippotizer Boreal+ MK2 Media Server from Vilnius-based Video Projektai to run the visual elements of the event, which was held at the Vilnius LITEX

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21 March 2025

France - Nearly 30 years ago, Mathieu Kassovitz's film La Haine influenced an entire generation of French youth, winning the 1995 Cannes Film Festival award for Best Director and the European Film Award for the Discovery of the Year, before rapidly becoming a classic of French cinema.

At the end of 2024, this cult film took to the stage in the form of an immersive and explosive musical, combining dance, rap, film and theatre – La Haine, Jusqu'ici rien n'a changé (La Haine, Nothing Has Changed So Far), produced by La Haine Production, with Live Nation as the executive producer. In this theatrical adaptation, 15 scenes follow a group of three friends from a rough suburb in Paris, against the background of an impactful original soundtrack. At the heart of this artistic feat lies a technological p

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21 March 2025

Czech Republic - Pioneering Czech Art Nouveau painter-illustrator Alfons (Alphonse) Mucha is famous for his monumental canvases depicting the history of the Slavic peoples. 

The Parisian period of Mucha's life serves as the inspiration for I Art Nouveau, a visual experience from the creators of the popular show Vivaldianno, led by Michal Dvořák, a member of the Czech rock band Lucie. 

I Art Nouveau takes 21st century audiences at Prague's Hybernia Theatre on an unforgettable journey back in time to Art Nouveau's golden age in Paris. 

Indeed, those who see I Art Nouveau often feel like they have stepped into the glamorous world of one of Mucha's posters, with its sleek daring styles and urbane sophistication. But this enchanting magic does not rise from artwork alone. There is also music, dance