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Tuesday, December 31, 2024

Concert Stuff Group Welcomes John Oot as Chief Marketing Officer by Michael Eddy

Concert Stuff Group (CSG), a leading concert production and live entertainment company, proudly announces the appointment of John Oot as its Chief Marketing Officer (CMO). Oot will lead the …

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Sunday, December 29, 2024

Join Us for the ProProduction Sessions at NAMM by Michael Eddy

The ProProduction Sessions presented by PLSN & FOH, free to NAMM attendees, offer a 'not to be missed' opportunity to gain insightful knowledge from leading Live Event music industry pro…

SOURCE: PLSN at 08:28PM
Friday, December 27, 2024

LD Matthew King and 4Wall Light Tucker Wetmore’s Sold Out Fall Tour by Michael Eddy

The rising star of country music, Tucker Wetmore, has embarked on his first headlining sold-out tour, and 4Wall Entertainment is proud to have provided the lighting rental package that bring…

SOURCE: PLSN at 07:00PM
Thursday, December 26, 2024

LD Steve Kosiba Provides Behind-the-Scenes Insights on ADJ’s LDI 2024 Lightshow by Michael Eddy

ADJ utilized an impressive time-coded lightshow to highlight a selection of its latest fixture offerings and brand-new product releases at the recent LDI tradeshow in Las Vegas. For the seco…

SOURCE: PLSN at 07:08PM
Tuesday, December 24, 2024

Hippotizer Powers Ambitious FX for Finnish Rockers Apulanta by Michael Eddy

The rock band sound of Finnish favorites Apulanta met the sweeping strings of the Sinfonia Lahti for a series of special concerts recently – with a stage-wide, wraparound LED backdrop powe…

SOURCE: PLSN at 07:49PM

Diana Kesselschmidt Makes Magic at Bryant Park Winter Ice Rink with CHAUVET Professional by Michael Eddy

Diana Kesselschmidt created a captivating setting at the Winter Village at New York's Bryant Park this season with a richly colored lighting design at the popular attraction’s 17,000 sq. f…

SOURCE: PLSN at 07:19PM
Monday, December 23, 2024

Disguise, Nikon and MRMC Bring ‘Studio Extreme’ Immersive Activation to CES 2025 by Michael Eddy

Disguise, the company behind the virtual production technology used on commercials for Apple Music and Lenovo, as well as feature film Daddio starring Sean Penn, is partnering with Nikon an…

SOURCE: PLSN at 07:57PM

Another Brick in the Wall Part 5 Moves with MSA by Michael Eddy

Denmark-based entertainment automation specialist Motor Stage Automation (MSA) supplied performer flying winches, hoists for scenic motion, stage lifts and a full MOVEKET control system toge…

SOURCE: PLSN at 07:36PM

PROLIGHTS Fixtures Illuminate Newsmax Balkans’ Belgrade TV Studio by Michael Eddy

The newly renovated Newsmax Balkans TV studio in Belgrade has upgraded its lighting system with cutting-edge LED technologies from PROLIGHTS, supplied by local partner Studio Berar d.o.o.. T…

SOURCE: PLSN at 07:25PM

Parnelli Awards Announce Presenters for 23rd Annual Show by Michael Eddy

The Parnelli Awards has announced the live event professionals who will be handing out awards as presenters at the 23rd Annual Parnelli Awards gala on January 24, 2025. “We have assembled…

SOURCE: PLSN at 10:23AM
Friday, December 20, 2024

Hippotizer at Heart of Digital Christmas Card Animation at Queens Hotel by Michael Eddy

A heartwarming Christmas story told through projection mapped animations in the run-up to Christmas is being driven by tvONE's Green Hippo brand of Hippotizer Media Servers onto the façade …

SOURCE: PLSN at 05:03PM

ADJ Snow Machines and LED Lighting Fixtures Create Stunning Backdrop To Paramount Tree Lighting by Michael Eddy

Eight ADJ Entour Snow machines were used to fill downtown Paramount, CA with a flurry of synthetic snowflakes for the city’s annual Christmas tree lighting celebration. The event, which al…

SOURCE: PLSN at 04:53PM

Robe at LDI 2024 by Michael Eddy

Leading lighting and LED manufacturer Robe Lighting s.r.o. enjoyed the pre-holiday buzz in the air at the Live Design International (LDI) expo in Las Vegas last week, ‘wowing’ crowds wit…

SOURCE: PLSN at 01:09PM

Boom Special Effects Uses Antari for Annual McAllen Holiday Parade by Michael Eddy

Praised as the Best Parade in Texas, the McAllen Holiday Parade presented by H-E-B helped kick off the festive season in South Texas’ Rio Grande Valley. This unique nighttime holiday par…

SOURCE: PLSN at 11:35AM

Jim & Linda Lee Performing Arts Center Invests in Ayrton Rivale Profile and Karif-LT Fixtures by Michael Eddy

The Jim & Linda Lee Performing Arts Center, Northern Arizona’s premiere entertainment venue, has installed Ayrton Rivale Profile and Karif-LT fixtures in its lighting rig. The Prescott…

SOURCE: PLSN at 11:08AM

St Paul’s Cathedral Shines with PROLIGHTS by Michael Eddy

Blue Thunder Sound provided full production for the London Film Music Orchestra concert at the St Paul's Cathedral, using over 200 lighting fixtures, including 102 PROLIGHTS Smart Bat units.…

SOURCE: PLSN at 09:06AM
Thursday, December 19, 2024

Tom Kenny, Felix Peralta, & David Convertino Create Latin Grammy Looks with CHAUVET Professional and 4Wall by Michael Eddy

The Latin Grammy Awards celebrated its 25th anniversary in a big way on November 14, putting on a glittering show that was impressive even by the exalted standards of awards festivals. Every…

SOURCE: PLSN at 05:56PM

A New Era for San Luis Potosí: MEGA-LITE Lights Up the Potosí Arena by Michael Eddy

The newly inaugurated Potosí Arena stands as a symbol of innovation in support of culture. With a capacity of over 20,000 people, this venue is set to host concerts by national and internat…

SOURCE: PLSN at 05:44PM

Elation at LDI Show 2024 by Michael Eddy

From a showstopping light show that attracted eager crowds to Elation’s next frontier booth experience, to groundbreaking product debuts capped by a Best Debuting Product Award for PARAGON…

SOURCE: PLSN at 11:09AM
Wednesday, December 18, 2024

Bandit Lites Powers TobyMac, MercyMe, and Zach Williams with Stunning Lighting for Fall Tour by Michael Eddy

TobyMac, MercyMe and Zach Williams, three of Christian’s most popular acts, teamed up for an incredible concert tour illuminated with Bandit Lites. Known for their inspiring lyrics, uplift…

SOURCE: PLSN at 11:25AM

CHAUVET Professional LDI 2024 – New Maverick Storm 1 Flex and STRIKE V by Michael Eddy

CHAUVET Professional built its LDI exhibit around the theme of “Reveling Our True Colors.” And true to form, evidence of the company’s color rendering prowess was everywhere in its imm…

SOURCE: PLSN at 11:15AM
Tuesday, December 17, 2024

Elation PARAGON – The Next Frontier in Intelligent Lighting for Entertainment by Michael Eddy

With an adaptable design, new TruTone technology, and weatherproof IP54 rating, PARAGON redefines color fidelity and control for more refined creative expression in indoor and outdoor enviro…

SOURCE: PLSN at 10:56AM
Monday, December 16, 2024

Datum Creative and Elation PULSE BAR Pay Tribute to NYC Skyline at ‘We Belong Here’ by Michael Eddy

'We Belong Here' hosted their first-ever festival experience in NYC amid Central Park’s lush greenery and panoramic skyline views. Held October 4-6 at historic Wollman Rink, design collect…

SOURCE: PLSN at 11:05AM

Elation FUZE Lighting Upgrade at Det Musiske Hus in Denmark Offers All-New Creative Possibilities by Michael Eddy

In the autumn of 2023, Det Musiske Hus, a notable cultural venue in the northern Danish city of Frederikshavn, initiated a project to improve its conventional front and house lighting system…

SOURCE: PLSN at 10:46AM

Stage Source Invests in High-Performance LightAct Media Servers by Michael Eddy

Stage Source, a trusted distributor of lighting and audiovisual equipment, has made a significant investment in LightAct’s latest generation of media servers, adding the powerful reActor L…

SOURCE: PLSN at 10:39AM

Vita Motus Defies Gravity with a Stage That Rises from the Riyadh Desert at Soundstorm 2024 by Michael Eddy

    Soundstorm Festival has redefined the boundaries of live entertainment with the 2024 edition of The Big Beast stage. A monumental architectural and technological structure designed by …

SOURCE: PLSN at 10:18AM

80six Combines ROE Visual and Brompton Technology for Garbage UK Tour by Michael Eddy

Garbage is an iconic Scottish-American rock band that has stood the test of time. The huge dynamic shifts in their music were matched by intense stage lighting and graphics displayed on larg…

SOURCE: PLSN at 10:09AM
Sunday, December 15, 2024

Astra Wash19Pix Enhance the Anniversary Concert of ONUKA with NAONI Orchestra by Michael Eddy

The anniversary concert of ONUKA, accompanied by the renowned NAONI Orchestra, took place at the October Palace in Kyiv, Ukraine. Astra Wash19Pix fixtures by PROLIGHTS, supplied by Complex-…

SOURCE: PLSN at 03:28PM
Friday, December 13, 2024

USITT Announces the 2025 Distinguished Achievement Award Winners by Michael Eddy

USITT announced its 2025 Distinguished Achievement Award winners who will be honored on Thursday, March 6, at the Awards Ceremony in Columbus as part of USITT's 65th Annual Conference & …

SOURCE: PLSN at 10:09PM
Thursday, December 12, 2024

The Product and Booth Award Winners at LDI 2024 by Michael Eddy

The LDI 2024 Booth and Product and Bo0th Awards were presented at a breakfast event on the show floor the morning of the last day of the show, Tuesday, Dec. 10. Here is a selection of notabl…

SOURCE: PLSN at 07:16PM

Justin Casey and Helms Projects Create Underground Magic for LSDream with CHAUVET Professional by Michael Eddy

Designer Justin Casey, owner of Helm Projects, and his team recently created a stunning design for electronica star LSDream's two-day Rave Cave event at The Caverns, located a little over 80…

SOURCE: PLSN at 05:59PM

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2024-2025 BROADWAY SEASON
Jun 05, 2024: Home - Todd Haimes Theatre
Jul 11, 2024: Oh, Mary! - Lyceum Theatre
Jul 30, 2024: Job - Hayes Theater
Sep 12, 2024: The Roommate - Booth Theatre
Nov 14, 2024: Tammy Faye - Palace Theatre
Dec 12, 2024: Cult of Love - Hayes Theater
Dec 19, 2024: Gypsy - Majestic Theatre
Mar 17, 2025: Purpose - Hayes Theater
Apr 10, 2025: Smash - Imperial Theatre
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