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Eastern Acoustic Works Announces New Headquarters

Eastern Acoustic Works (EAW), has opened its new headquarters in Franklin, Massachusetts. Located 45 minutes from Boston and 30 minutes from Providence, the new 56,000-sq.-ft. stand-alone building consolidates all EAW operations. ...

Pierre E. Roy and CHAUVET Professional Bring Out Magic of Montreal's Maison Symphonique

In December, Pierre E. Roy was called upon to light the acclaimed holiday show Parapapam at the elegant la Maison Symphonique in Montreal, Canada.
Roy explains how it transpired. "At the request of the director, we held back on ...

Theatre in Review: The 7th Voyage of Egon Tichy [redux] (Fourth Street Theatre)

The only thing better than one Joshua William Gelb is two of him. Or three. Or four. Or...well, I finally lost count during this giddy adaptation of a Stanislaw Lem story, which blends live performance and video to hilarious effect. ...

Theatre in Review: Gypsy (Majestic Theatre)

Madam Rose once again seizes the stage, in what seems to be a once-every-decade-or-so ritual. The role has become an irresistible challenge for top musical-theatre leading ladies, even if the out-of-left-field choices (Angela Lansbury, ...

ROE Visual Relocates Headquarters

ROE Visual announces they have moved their manufacturing facility and headquarters to a brand-new home in Pingshan, Shenzhen, China.
"This move brings the entire team, including sales, production, and R&D processes under one roof ...

GLX Productions Creates Winter Holiday Moments at Eden Project with CHAUVET Professional

The founders of Eden Project embarked on a journey to transform an abandoned clay pit into a series of geodesic domes contain biomes that celebrate the rich diversity of nature. "It was ridiculous to imagine it was possible," co-founder ...

Meyer Sound Showcases Integrated Solutions at NAMM and ISE 2025

Meyer Sound is kicking off 2025 on a high note, showcasing loudspeaker technologies and digital tools at The NAMM Show and Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) ...

ADJ Lighting Fixtures Selected for Renovation of Acqua Lounge In Lawrence, Massachusetts

A new lighting system comprised predominantly of ADJ fixtures was at the heart of the recent complete renovation of the well-established Acqua Lounge in Lawrence, MA. The project, carried out by Tirso Lighting, saw the late-night ...

1 Sound at Holt Renfrew Flagship Store in Toronto

Holt Renfrew, the luxury retail department store, recently unveiled ON 3, a newly renovated shopping floor in its flagship Downtown Toronto location. ON 3 showcases men's and women's fashion while offering exhibitions, pop-ups, ...

Theatre in Review: Blind Runner (Under the Radar/St. Ann's Warehouse)

The fashion these days is for stripped-down productions, but few are as purposeful in this regard as Blind Runner. Written and staged by the Iranian theatre artist Amir Reza Koohestani, it is elegantly spare, ...

LD Systems Marks 50 Years with Acquisition by Clair Global

On New Year's Day, LD Systems celebrated 50 years and announces it has become a part of the Clair Global Group through acquisition.
"This partnership honors LD Systems' rich legacy while providing the resources and shared ...

Engineers Choose DirectOut Solutions to Future-Proof Jonas Brothers Worldwide Tour

DirectOut has been chosen for Jonas Brothers, the World Tour. The PRODIGY.MP was selected for the band for its precision engineering and audio clarity. Adam Robinson, front-of-house engineer, along with systems engineer Cam ...

Mike Grabowski, Lighting Design Group Turn Times Square NYE Rig All IP with CHAUVET and 4Wall

New Year's Eve at Times Square in New York City continues to evolve. Earlier in 2024, all 2,688 pieces in the iconic crystal ball were replaced for the first time in a decade. In 2025, the entire 11,875-pound pound ball will be retired.

L-Acoustics K Series Makes a Big Splash at North Coast Music Festival

First held in 2010 as a diverse concert event bringing together DJs, hip-hop artists, jam bands, rock acts, and performers of other genres, the annual North Coast Music Festival (NCMF) has evolved into one of the Midwest's premier EDM ...

NAMM Show Announces Star-Studded Performances Featuring Jack White, Jacob Collier, Peter Frampton

NAMM announces a robust lineup of artists and bands scheduled to perform at The NAMM Show, held January 21 - 25 in Anaheim, California. The event will feature live performances from Jack White at the TEC Awards, Jacob ...

Post-Punk Band Interpol Investigates Ayrton Cobra

NYC post-punk band, Interpol, concluded the penultimate leg of its world tour with five dates in the UK at the end of the year. The tour celebrated the 20th anniversary of the band's album, Antics, which the band played in full ...

Events United Celebrates Teddy Swims' Deck The Hall Ball with CHAUVET Professional

There were many magical moments sparkling in the 7,200-seat Agganis Arena on December 14 as Christmas came early for music fans with the arrival of Teddy Swims' Deck The Hall Ball. One that stood out for many was when the Grammy ...

Techni-Lux to Host Technology Day Open House

Techni-Lux, in its 34th year in operation, will be hosting its fifth technology fair and open house. Guests will have an opportunity to go hands-on with dozens of products, vendors, and exhibits for entertainment lighting, ...

Highlighting Early Winter Virtual Trainings from the Behind the Scenes Mental Health Initiative

The Behind the Scenes Mental Health Initiative is offering upcoming virtual training sessions to provide the information and skills to identify and assist when colleagues are struggling with mental health or substance use issues or ...

2024: A Year of Software-Defined Focus for FOR-A America

FOR-A America says 2024 was focused on the company's overall commitment to software-defined workflows and developing technologies that ease the transition from SDI to IP.
"With new products such as the SMPTE ST 2110 resource ...