Event News
ALIA Tour to Hillsong, Sydney
Posted on Friday, July 4th, 2008
The annual July Hillsong Conference in Sydney is one of the country’s largest productions and this year is no exception. The lighting includes 2 x GrandMA, 3 x Maxedia, 8 x Showgun, 34 x VL3000 Profile, 16 x VL3500 Wash, 30 x TW1, 6 x VL1000, 12 x Atomic Strobes, 40 x Duets, 12 x 80volt Pacifics, 40 x Chromabanks, 20 x Stagebars, 26 x 5k Fresnel, 32 x 2k Fresnel. Vision includes 1 x 12 Camera HD outside broadcast system, 1 x 5 camera SD outside broadcast system, 10 x Final cut pro edit suites, 152 x Lighthouse ER10 panels, 89 x Lighthouse R16 panels, 16 x Martin LC panels, 9 x projection screens
Technical Producer for the event is Ian Anderson who has kindly offered to conduct two limited number tours of the lighting as well as the broadcast, audio and AV setup. People are most welcome to stay for the beginning of the rallies to see the systems in operation.
Date: Wednesday July 9th
Time: 3.30pm or 6.30pm
Place: Acer Arena, Sydney
ALIA Tour to two MTC Productions
Posted on Monday, May 19th, 2008
ALIA has arranged a tour of two productions being lit by the talented Matt Scott for the Melbourne Theatre Company. The first is Frost / Nixon to be held in the Fairfax Studio followed by a tour of Scarlett O’Hara at the Crimson Parrot in the Playhouse theatre.
Date: Friday June 13th
Time:6pm
Place: Victorian Arts Centre, Melbourne
MTC has also offered ½ price tixs to those interested to see one of the shows on the night.
ALIA Tour to Phantom of the Opera, Sydney
Posted on Tuesday, May 6th, 2008
The Phantom of the Opera, one of the world’s most loved musicals, is returning to Sydney after 12 years and ALIA Members have the opportunity to learn all about the lighting for this new production courtesy of Associate Lighting Desiger Mike Odam and Production Electrician Ken Roach.
Designed by Andrew Bridge the show uses High End Studio Beam’s, Martin MAC700’s, VL 1000’s, VL5’s and Martin Atomics plus a timeless collection of conventionals: Source 4 profiles, CCT Minuette Profiles and Fresnels and a much loved Patt 23 that’s been on the show for the last 18 years. Control is via two grandMA consoles with two NSP’s. Dimming is provided by Jands HP-12’s. 6 Followspots – 2 Robert Juliet Arimis and 4 Beam Lights (also originals from the first season!). A Howard Eaton Radio Dimming System runs the various set electrics, including the famous chandelier.
This version of Phantom opened at the Princess, Melbourne in 1990, it toured to Brisbane in 1996, and since leaving Australia has traveled throughout Asia, South Africa and New Zealand. When moving, the whole show travels in 23 Sea Containers and weighs in at 110 Ton. The rig was refurbished for the Singapore season in March 2007 in preparation for the new Australian Tour.
Lighting Designer: Andrew Bridge
Associate Lighting Desiger: Mike Odam
Production Electrician: Ken Roach
Head Electrician: Ed Cymerman
Deputy Head Electrician/ Board Op: Hugh Calton
Date: Tuesday May 13th
Time: 5pm
Place: Lyric Theatre, Sydney
If you would like to attend this tour, please read the ALIA Tour Protocol, then email your name and mobile phone number sydneyphantom(at)alia.com.au
Integrate – a New Industry Event to Debut in July 2009
Posted on Thursday, May 1st, 2008
At last, Australia and New Zealand will have the exhibition we’ve all talked about and hoped for – Sound, Light, Vision – Integrate.
Intimate, bustling and vibey, INTEGRATE is Australia and New Zealand’s only national platform bringing together the worlds of Concert Production, Recording, Broadcast, Audio, Lighting, Entertainment Technology, Staging, Post Production, Audiovisual, MI, DJ Technologies and Multimedia.
Taking place from 6th-8th July 2009 in Sydney’s Hordern Pavilion and Royal Hall of Industries, INTEGRATE is the industry event combining a compelling range of seminars, workshops, exhibition space and special events profiling up-to-the moment technologies and techniques.
For more information and to view the INTEGRATE video and brochure, visit www.integrate-expo.com or contact Show Organiser Louise Brooks at Alchemedia Events louise@integrate-expo.com.
ALIA Tour to James Blunt, Perth
Posted on Thursday, April 10th, 2008
James Blunt is returning to Australia with his All The Lost Souls tour designed by Paul Normandale. Lighting director and show operator Glen Johnson has kindly agreed to conduct an ALIA tour of the rig in Perth. Glen has conducted several tours for ALIA in the past and they are always incredibly well received. And you can bet that Paul Normandale will have designed something extraordinary.
Glen will be bringing his own FOH system with him: 2 Wholehog III Console, 2 Wholehog III Wings, 4 DP 2000’s, 2 Luminex 1GB Switch, 2 Data Lynx, 2 Folsom Image PRO HD, 1 Catalyst HD V4.0, 1 Pixel Mad System plus racks, Custom Ethernet Multi Power, DMX, XLR 100M and 4 Ethernlynx Artnet Nodes.
Locally provided lighting will include 12 x 48way Colour Blaze, 19 x Martin Mac 250 WASH or Mac 700 WASH, 22 x Martin Mac 700 SPOT, 6 x Martin 80v TW1’s (13-20 Lens), 12 x Omni Photo Floods (Small Floor Stands), 6 x 4 Lite Moles, followspots, smoke machines, a 3ft mirror ball and a silver confetti machine.
Date: Friday May 9th
Time: 2.30pm
Place: Challenge Stadium, Perth
If you would like to attend this tour, please read the ALIA Tour Protocol, then email your name and mobile phone number blunt(at)alia.com.au
Photo © Louise Stickland
ALIA Tour to Michael Buble, Perth
Posted on Wednesday, April 9th, 2008
Some of you may remember Kurt Wagner from his years working in lighting in Australia. Well Kurt returned to Vancouver about five years ago and has continued to stay active in the touring market. He has designed set and lighting for K.D. Lang, Barenaked Ladies, Avril Lavigne, Jann Arden and Michael Buble, who he has been with for about four years now.
“I’ve been lucky as I’ve had a chance to work with some great artists since I moved back to Vancouver,” Kurt told ALIA. “But will always have fond memories of the Australian artists I worked for”.
Kurt is returning to Australia this month with spunky crooner Michael Buble who, unlike many other artists, is bringing his whole show to Australia. This will include 14 High End DL 2’s, extensive soft LED throughout the rig (4 custom lighting borders and 7 panels 24′ x 8′ on the upstage spinner truss), plus 50 moving lights (Martin 2Ks + Mac Performances). There is also a mixture of analog with the main light being a smaller blinder called a 20 lite. Consoles are grandMA’s and operating system for all the LED is a system called Vixen. The truss system is a custom swing wing truss.
Kurt has kindly agreed to conduct a tour of his lighting in Perth on June 15th.
Date: Sunday June 15th
Time: (TBC)
Place: Challenge Stadium, Perth
If you would like to attend this tour, please read the ALIA Tour Protocol, then email your name and mobile phone number buble(at)alia.com.au
ALIA Tour to Matchbox 20, Melbourne
Posted on Tuesday, March 25th, 2008
Matchbox 20 return to Australia with their Exiled Downunder Tour next month and their lighting designer Benoit Richards always comes up with something special (remember the VersaTiles extravaganza on the last Rob Thomas tour?) and Melbourne ALIA members have the opportunity to meet him and have a guided tour of his rig.
The rig includes 2 x Hippotizer V3 (Stage) Media Servers, 36 x Panels of Martin LC 2140 transparent LED Screens, 4 x Panels of Martin LC 1140 transparent LED Screens, 22 x Martin MAC2000 wash, 12 MAC2000 profile, 14 x MAC700 profile, 12 x Atomic strobes, 25 x Martin Stagebars, 48 x Par64, 1 x 4K HMI with DMX douser and junior stand (the God light) and 2 x WholeHog 3 for control.
Date: Friday April 11th
Time: 2pm
Place: Rod Laver Arena, Melbourne
If you would like to attend this tour, please read the ALIA Tour Protocol, then email your name and mobile phone number matchbox20(at)alia.com.au
ALIA Tour to So You Think You Can Dance, Sydney
Posted on Wednesday, March 19th, 2008
So You Think You Can Dance Australia is set to be television’s smash hit of 2008! After the US series proved a ratings winner, Network Ten has embarked on the local version to showcase Australia’s best undiscovered dancing talent.Currently filming at Sydney’s Carriageworks (how to get there http://www.carriageworks.com.au/visiting_us.php?subpage=getthere ) the production is lit by Francesco Calvi who has kindly agreed to conduct a tour of his rig on Wednesday March 26th. The rig includes 12 x Impressions, 32 x ChromaBanks, 42 x Honeycomb, 48 x ChromaStrips, 6 x Lycian Truss Spots, 16 x VL3000, 36 x MAC700, 21 x MAC250 Wash, 16 x Martin Stagebars, 14 x Martin MACTW-1, 6 x VL1000s, 13 x 5k Softlights, 4 x Unique Hazers, 4 x AF1000 Fans, 2 x Retro Encabulators, 12 x Atomic Strobes, 30 x Source Four Pars29 x S4 Parnels 36 x Pinspot sort of thingys, 2 x grandMA consoles with Super Vince Feature and 8 x S4 Profiles
Date: Wednesday March 26th
Time: 1pm (TBC)
Place: Carriageworks, Sydney
If you would like to attend this tour, please read the ALIA Tour Protocol, then email your name and mobile phone number sytycd(at)alia.com.au
ALIA Tour to the Rocky Horror Show
Posted on Wednesday, March 12th, 2008
It’s astounding, time is fleeting and The Rocky Horror Show is back in a totally brand new Australian production at Sydney’s brand new Star Theatre.
This production is directed by Gale Edwards, with sets by Dale Ferguson and lighting by Damien Cooper. Damien is a leading Australian lighting designer with extensive experience across Theatre, Opera and Dance. Having worked with Australia’s leading companies, his CV covers many of the pre-eminent works of recent time.
Damien has kindly agreed to conduct a tour of his Rocky lighting for ALIA on Wednesday March 19th at 5pm. His rig includes an MA Lighting grandMA, Catalyst Media Server, VL 500 Wash 80v, Martin TW1, Martin Mac 2000 profile, Martin Mac 2000 performer, Cloud wheel Mac 2KP, Flicker wheel Mac 2KP, Martin MAC2000 Wash, VL 3000 spot. Atomic 3000 Strobes, Source 4s, Par 64s, ZS3 Ministrip EYC, 5K Fresnel, MR 16, MR16 LED, coloured festoon, star cloths, 500w QI, Rope Light and Pro Shop LED Tubes.
Date: Wednesday March 19th
Time: 5pm
Place: Star Theatre, Sydney
If you would like to attend this tour, please read the ALIA Tour Protocol, then email your name and mobile phone number rocky(at)alia.com.au
Show Technology Gala Partner dinner
Posted on Wednesday, March 5th, 2008
The 2008 Show Technology Gala Partner dinner was recently held at the sumptuous Doltone House function centre and restaurant in Pyrmont. Nestled on the upper deck of the historic Finger Wharf at the newly restored Jones Bay Wharf, Doltone House is situated in a priceless location on the foreshores of Sydney Harbour, with views of the Harbour Bridge, city skyline, and Darling Harbour precinct.
Show Technology guests from all over Australia and indeed the world, mingled prior to the dinner on the venues deck as the sun set over the Harbour Bridge. And in case anyone had trouble finding the venue, the Robert Juliat spotlights heralded the spot so that even the most myopic taxi driver couldn’t go wrong!
Inside the loft design incorporates existing timber beams and a blend of heritage and contemporary features. A plethora of Show Technology products lit up and enhanced the venue in style with a fabulous lighting design by Paul Collison, assisted in the production stakes by Philby Lewis who acted as Production Manager for the event.
The main stage incorporated the Martin LC Panels, TW1’s, the new Krytpon 575, MAC700’s as well as an array of Pro Shop Led Products including the new Impression from Germany, LED Blinders and MUltiPAR375’s. The tables were further enhanced by the new SmartMAC, which impressed the crowd with its brightness, wide angle and smooth performance. Naturally control was via the industry standard grandMA console while visual media was controlled via Arkaos.
”With a list of gear this big you would think the dinner was being held in a room four times the size!” remarked Paul Collison. “The trick was to try and make it not look like a demo room. Show Tech was keen to display their product line but not be over the top. Whilst for a dinner it was most certainly over the top I believe there was enough restraint allowing us to present a picture with some soft colour changes and slight movement for variation. Each product line worked its area well. The LC Panels had a huge presence in the room by their sheer size. The Impression LED heads were a talking point as they lit the roof and provided the biggest majority of ambient light in the room. The Smart MAC’s were fantastic. For their first outing in Australia they were quiet, reliable and bright. They spent the night at 30% which for a 150w lamp is incredible. Their crisp beam and optics might be a sign of things to come from Martin.
”The crew from Lots of Watts and Chameleon worked flawlessly together to help make this event a huge success. Philby Lewis was crucial in the co-ordination of the production and Super Vince was there to help as well.”
What started out as a dinner for 120 people soon blew out to 170 thanks to Emmanuel Ziino’s Italian way of the ever growing list. But somehow the venue staff managed to accommodate everyone serving up a dinner to die for.
International guests of honour included Mr Soren Storm from Martin Professional Denmark, Mr Lionel Garraud from Robert Juliat France and Menze van der Sluis from ProLyte in Holland.
Emmanuel delivered a speech thanking all for their support, loyalty and understanding throughout the recent years before indulging in a little ‘backslapping’ by presenting a myriad of awards. In an industry first, he turned the tables by awarding an accolade to a supplier – Martin Professional.
”Usually Martin awards its’ distributors but we’ve decided to award them!” he commented. “Martin has been our partner for more than fifteen years and together we have made it the number one brand in this country. They have supported us, as we have them, through thick and thin.”
The award was accepted by Soren Storm who was recognized in himself for his unrivaled dedication to the brand and Emmanuel affectionately referred to him as an extension of the Show Technology team.
The awards handed out by Emmanuel and the lovely Gina Ziino are as follows:
Regional Lighting Production: Entertainment Installations.
Creative Lighting Installations: Avsound Productions
Major Lighting Installation Recognition: QPAC Dimmer Installation
Achievements in TV Lighting Design: Rohan Thornton
Lighting for Houses of Worship: Forefront Productions.
TV Set Lighting: Mark Dyson, Pitch Design
Hotel Ballroom Lighting: Staging Connections
Achievements in TV Lighting Design: Francesco Calvi
New Technology Lighting Company: Chameleon Touring Systems
Achievements in Lighting Design: Paul Collison
Achievements in Lighting Design: Mark Hammer
Innovative Lighting Production: Resolution X
Achievements in Theatre Lighting Design: Richard Pacholski
Innovative Lighting Production: LUX Entertainment
Professional Lighting Supply: Lots of Watts
Creative Lighting Installations: Lightmoves
Emmanuel concluded his speech with a heart-felt thanks to his ‘tremendous team’ at Show Technology, a team that together, makes the company function on a daily basis.
The night carried on with much merry making and dancing to the fabulous sounds of Xpresso Band headed by well know M.I. industry personality Nick Bava of Bavas Music fame.
Show Technology would like to thank Lots of Watts, Music Box, Staging Connections and Chameleon for helping stage the event.
www.showtech.com.au
ULA at Entech
Posted on Monday, March 3rd, 2008
With an unprecedented number of visitors to the ULA stand as well as the exclusive launch of several new products and product ranges – Entech 2008 has proven to be a massive show for ULA!
Vuepix – Entech saw the exclusive launch of ULA’s range of VuePix High Resolution indoor and outdoor LED video screens and curtains. The VuePix technology enables wide viewing angles and superb uniformity at short viewing distances. The P10 10mm screen and the 25mm LED curtain were on display on the stand, proving to be an immense hit, with orders flooding in right throughout the show. We will keep you posted on the launch of the full VuePix catalogue!
iLED - The new iLED catalogue and the iLED range of high output fixtures was launched at Entech, proving to be an enormous success. The iLED range offers exceptional output, precision optics and saturated full color as well as all the benefits inherit with LED technology: extreme efficiency, long life, low maintenance and low heat. The success of the iLED range at Entech is a true indicator of the benefits of having high-powered LEDs amongst any rig or rental inventory – the effectiveness of the ColorBank54 and the LED Source 36 on the stand is testimony to this.
Avolites – The Avolites Pearl Tiger has landed! The Australian launch of the Tiger console at Entech, as well as the demonstration of the Pearl Expert and the Diamond 4 + PC, received an impressive response. Both training and hands on opportunities were presented by Avolites Dave Parry, ensuring that many visitors had a chance to get up close and personal with the console. These consoles are now available for demo so be sure to call 1300 ULA GROUP if you missed playing with these consoles at the show!
Wireless Solution – ULA’s exclusive distribution of Wireless Solution’s W-DMX technology was officially celebrated at this year’s Entech. International Sales Manager Niclas Arvidsson visited to provide demonstration and training of W-DMX’s exclusive technology.
Robe – Building on the huge success of the previous Entech shows, the Robe presence on the ULA stand this year was bigger than ever. The latest in digital lighting technology was on display for everyone to experience first hand. The line up included Robe Media Fusion, Digital Spot 5000DT and Robe LED Stage Quebes. Robe’s CEO Josef Valchar, International Sales Manager – Harry Von Den Stemmon and Digital technology specialist Ales Grivac were all present and eager to share their expertise and answer any questions. With over 60 Robe moving lights ranging from the 2500 series through to 250 series operating inside the booth, it was definitely a world class showcase of the Robe Product family.
E:Cue – From its easy to use DMX – PC based software through to its complete room control Media Engine the E:cue range has something to offer in all aspects of lighting control. The Butler can operate as a stand alone device which can replay shows or it can be utilized as a DMX interface to offer 2 x 500 channel streams of DMX. Best known for its easy LED matrix control software and vast array of effect generations the E:cue brand is growing rapidly throughout the Australian and Worldwide lighting industries. E:cue Specialist Fai Ho was on hand at Entech to walk through the range with the many interested parties.
www.ula.com.au
Show Technology Golf Day
Posted on Wednesday, February 27th, 2008
Yes it was that time of the year when green keeper’s quake in their boots, wildlife scurry into the distance and locals lock up their valuables – the Show Technology Golf Day. The event was sponsored by Martin and Philips.
This time it was Kogarah Golf Club that had to warn the club members to keep their distance on Sunday February 10th as Show Technology partners and clients descended onto the green for another day of pure mayhem. Fortunately it was one of the few days when the rain wasn’t pelting down and plans for scuba-golf did not have to be implemented.
Described by Ryan Varley of Frontier Lighting as an ‘action-packed day of laughter and sport heroics’, the event was extremely competitive and accusations of ball-tampering were rife.
As the only female on the course (apart from Show Technology’s own Kelly who startled all with her pink golf clubs), Candice Wolff from Brisbane Sound Group was very diplomatic when commenting on her hair-curling experience.
“Well it wasn’t as painful as I thought it would be,” she tactfully stated. “Actually it was kind of fun, though I think it should be illegal to play without a drinks cart and golf buggy.”
Walking the green was also too much for Braham Ciddor from Lightmoves who echoed Candice’s remarks and would no doubt prefer a sit-down game of tiddlywinks.
“Golf without the use of golf carts should be illegal,” he said. “I’m pleased to say my golf game has not deteriorated since the last Show Tech Golf game four years ago – it’s still as bad. I also think that Soren is way too serious. Bury the Golf day and bring on the Go Karts!”
Jeff Morgan of Lots of Watts insists that he got the longest drive of the day on the 17th despite being distracted by the array of furry dead animals on the end of Emmanuel’s clubs.
“He should really be locked up for that,” confided Jeff. “I’d also like to say that Luca and I did not cheat at all ….honestly…cross my heart……”
Tony Davis from Chameleon Touring Systems described the event as a great day however he did point out that it’s lucky that the Show Technology team do better lights than they play golf!
And the results are…..
Winner Scratch – Soren Storm/Philby Lewis (3rd year running!!) with a +3 75
R/up Scratch – Wayne Kellet/Darren Mclanders with a +6 78
Winner H/cap – Vicken Hekimian/Mark McInnes
R/up H/cap – Ed Fardell/ Daniel Munro
Philips Nearest the Pin #1 – Martin Anderson
Philips Nearest the Pin #2 – Graeme Hicks (<50cm)
“Water baby” Most water found – R2 Richard Pacholski
“Lumberjack” Most trees Hit – Martin Anderson
“Beach Bunny” Most Sand found – Mark McInnes
www.showtech.com.au
Lighthouse Distribution at Entech 2008
Posted on Tuesday, February 26th, 2008
Lighthouse Distribution’s inaugural attendance at Entech was a great success with visitors experiencing a variety of the Lighthouse product range. The Lighthouse Bar housed LEDs from DTS and CLS as well as an Optikinetics clock. On either side of the bar were lighthouses complete with moving fixtures from Clay Paky and DTS, these fixtures shone onto a white scrim alongside four DTS Deltas. The result was an amazing array of lighting effects for a multitude of applications.
The new Clay Paky Alpha 300 Series created a lot of excitement with their compact size and high output. The Clay Paky Alpha 300 Series, the DTS XR Series of Moving Lights, Bar LEDs and Mirror Panels were individually controlled using a Crestron control system. By working with sister company, Crestron Control Solutions, Lighthouse was able to demonstrate control of the ChamSys lighting consoles from a number of 4 and 6-inch Crestron touch panels. This allowed a seamless control solution that offered interactive product slideshows with control for the visitors, but did not require constant monitoring or resetting, as you would see if you had a standard lighting desk for each fixture. In turn, the Crestron touch panel’s present a simple control for lighting equipment for user-friendly operation, perfect for bars and clubs.
Also popular was the Lighthouse range of LEDs including the Delta LED Colour Changer, which is the brightest LED Colour Changer in its category with an output of over 1500 lux at 3m. The Delta’s light source comprises 40 RGB Full Colour LEDs with each LED containing a single RGB module, which independently generates 16 million colours. This full colour technology presents a uniform light beam, therefore eliminating colour separation, which until now was an unfortunate setback of working with LEDs.
Lighthouse also exhibited the new sleek designed Helious, a 15 x 3 watt LED, and the Focus, which is a 3×3 Watt full colour LED. Both products are available in in-ground models and are IP68 rated. Lighthouse even put the Focus to the test by placing it in a water display for the duration of the show. Visitors also enjoyed meeting Franco Zaghini from DTS and Neil Rice from Optikinetics.
Lighthouse Distribution has a range of show specials, which have been extended to 29 February
Contact Lighthouse today to take advantage of crazy deals on:
Clay Paky Alpha Series including the NEW Clay Paky Alpha 300 fixtures
DTS XR Series and the XM1200
DTS Theatre Lighting and Followspots
DTS Par Cans at amazing prices!!!
www.lighthousedistribution.com.au
ALIA Tour to Phantom of the Opera, Brisbane
Posted on Wednesday, January 30th, 2008
Place: Lyric Theatre
If you would like to attend this tour, please read the ALIA Tour Protocol, then email your name and mobile phone number brissyphantom(at)alia.com.au
Jands Entech Demo Room Topics and Presenters
Posted on Friday, January 18th, 2008
Lighting made easy with the i3 Console.
How to program your show and still beat the sound guys to the catering!
Presenter: Alex Mair – Lighting Specialist, Jands Technical Resource Group
www.jands.com.au
ALIA Tour to The Police, Adelaide
Posted on Tuesday, January 15th, 2008
The wait for fans of The Police is officially over. Sting, Stewart Copeland and Andy Summers have confirmed they will be spending the summer downunder with stadium concerts scheduled in Australia in 2008. The Police tour is definitely the hottest ticket of the year.
Lighting director Danny Nolan has kindly agreed to conduct a tour of the Patrick Woodroffe designed lighting for the Adelaide show on Tuesday January 29th at the Entertainment Centre. The rig includes Coemar Infinity Wash x 57, Atomic Strobe x 08, Maxi 12 x 08, 5K Beam Projector x 03, 8-lite Mole + scroll x 09, Par 64 NSP x 72, Robe 2500 Spot x 29, 2-lite Mole x 24, Little Big Lite x 18, Mac 700 x 18, Mac 250 Wash x 11, DL2 Projector x 04, 2000 Mac 2000 wash x 40, Pixel Par x 06, Omni floods x 04 with control by MA Lighting grandMA.
Date: Tuesday January 29th
Time: TBC
If you would like to attend this tour, please read the ALIA Tour Protocol, then email your name and mobile phone number police(at)alia.com.au
ALIA Tour to Ragamuffin, Melbourne
Posted on Tuesday, January 15th, 2008
Put UB40, The Wailers, Maxi Priest, Arrested Development, The Black Seeds, Katchafire, The Midnights and House of Shem together and what do you get? Well, first up, around ten hours of fantastic music! And that’s exactly the musical feast on offer at Raggamuffin, an innovative new event showcasing the best homegrown and International reggae music, with a healthy dose of funk, dub, hip-hop and soul!
Lighting designer Dan Hardiman, who always does a fantastic ALIA tour, returns to Australia with this unique event and no doubt a unique lighting design! His rig includes 1 x WholeHog III, 30 x MAC2000 Profile, 9 x MAC2000 Wash, 15 x VL 2500 Wash, 8 x HES Showguns, 4 x 8-Light Molefays, 4 x DF50 Hazers, 2 x F-100 Foggers and 4 x Robert Juliat 2.5kW Followspots.
Dan has kindly agreed to conduct a tour of his lighting design on February 12th at Melbourne’s Vodaphone Arena.
Date: Tuesday February 12th
Time: 4pm
If you would like to attend this tour, please read the ALIA Tour Protocol, then email your name and mobile phone number raggamuffin(at)alia.com.au
ALIA Tour to Rage Against The Machine, Sydney
Posted on Tuesday, January 15th, 2008
The drought will break and rebellion will rise again this January with the long awaited return of Los Angeles California’s RAGE AGAINST THE MACHINE in their exclusive first performances outside the United States for years.
Lighting designer Sooner Routhier will be using the same rig as at the Big Day Out for Rage’s individual shows consisting of Martin MAC700 washes and profiles, High End Showguns, Color Kinetics Color Blaze 48, Mole Richardson Spacelite, Atomics, pars and blinders.
Sooner has kindly agreed to conduct a tour of her lighting on January 22nd at Sydney Entertainment Centre at 1pm.
Date: Tuesday January 22nd
Time: 1pm
If you would like to attend this tour, please read the ALIA Tour Protocol, then email your name and mobile phone number rage(at)alia.com.au
ULA Training at ENTECH
Posted on Friday, January 11th, 2008
Avolites: Hosted by Dave Parry of Avolites, this session will include an introduction to the Pearl Tiger and the Diamond 4 Consoles as well as a working demonstration of these consoles. This session will be packed full of information and will run both Monday and Tuesday.
For more details or to register your interest contact 1300 ULA Group : 1300 852 476 or email nadine@ulagroup.com.