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D.M. Symphony breaks out of its shell
September 22, 2015Jonathan Sturm stood alone in the middle of the Des Moines Civic Center stage, lifted his violin to his chin and ripped from its […]
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Transcend™ Enhances Acoustics in Every Seat
September 1, 2015I believe that proper acoustics are fundamental to a great live music experience, both for the audience and the performer. The launch of the […]
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Installations
December 13, 2014View Wenger Installations Here View JR Clancy Installations – Theatres View JR Clancy Installations – Concert Halls View JR Clancy Installations – Opera Houses […]
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The Importance of Inspection – Support for the ANSI Standard
February 25, 2014The American National Standards Institute (ANSI) published standard (ANSI E1.6-1 – 2012, available from PLASA here for free) for Entertainment Technology: Powered Hoist Systems, […]
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Becoming the Best: Achieving ETCP Rigging Certification
January 28, 2014Would you like to earn recognition for your expertise in theatre or arena rigging—and become one of the first people to get the call […]
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Manual? What Manual? Rigging Instructions Vital
November 5, 2013It’s time for the next drama or musical to begin tech rehearsals, and you’ve got new people on your stage crew. Do you know […]
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A Star is Born: Custom Beacon Shines Atop One World Trade Center
October 22, 2013Often described as one of the world’s biggest stages, New York City recently got another star. This one crowns a patriotic building being erected […]
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Prevent Injuries with Annual Rigging Inspections
September 3, 2013When was the last time your rigging was inspected? Many technical directors may struggle to remember the last time they had a formal inspection […]
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The Sound of a Sunset
August 20, 2013This summer marks the 10th anniversary of the re-opening of Sunset Theater in Carmel-by-the-Sea, California, after a two-year, $21 million renovation. Enhancements included improving […]