An added feature for the technicians in the industry is the incorporation in the Hire section with useful information on some of the equipment, such as weight, lamp, power rating, number of DMX channels etc. There is also a facility for technical manuals to be downloaded.
Linda Moore Stage Electrics sales and marketing manager said: "We believe the site is easier to navigate, we wanted it to be bold and dynamic, providing o
Among the newly-appointed team is general manager Maralyn Sarrington. Most recently, she was general manager of Hampstead Theatre, where she supervized the organization's move to a new, multi-space public venue following its successful Lottery bid. From 1996 - 2001, she was general manager at Shakespeare's Globe, which included managing its opening season in 1997.
David Holder has been appointed theatre manager, in charge of front-of-house services and customer care. David has spent the last four years with ATG, as theatre manager of the Theatre Royal in Brighton and before that, as customer services manager at its flagship venue - The Ambassadors comple
By 1976 Autograph had come to the attention of leading US sound designer Abe Jacob, who was in London to appoint an equipment supplier for the UK production of Broadway hit A Chorus Line. A firm working relationsh
During the year ahead, the new committee will focus on several key themes, including improved services for the membership and greater emphasis on safety and training.
(Lee Baldock)
The RIBA CPD Providers Network exists to provide quality, assessed, Continuing Professional Development (CPD) for architects and other construction professionals. Manufacturers and suppliers from practically every sector of the construction industry are now represented on this highly respected Network.
The Association had been looking for an opportunity
Best Lighting Design nominations are for PLASA member Simon Corder for his design for Hitchcock Blonde at the Jerwood Theatre Downstairs at the Royal Court and the Lyric; Hugh Vanstone for Pacific Overtures at the Donmar Warehouse, and Howard Harrison for Ragtime at the Piccadilly.
For the first time in its 28-year history, the Olivier Awards panel has added a Best Sound Design category to its list of honours, with nominations going to Mike Walker for Jerry Springer - The Opera at the Lyttelton and Cambridge theatres; Nick Lidster for Pacific Overtures; Peter Hylenski for Ragtime and
The move comes as two of the magazine's staff leave the company - David Barbour, long-time editorial director for the magazines and publisher, Jackie Tien. "Jackie Tien and David Barbour should be proud of what they helped build here over such a long period of time," says Primedia Business senior vice-president Pete May, "and of their numerous contributions to the entertainment lighting industry. We thank them for all they have done. David Johnson will build on that foundation to bring growth and d
The New York City-based team will consist of four well-respected and high-profile individuals from the industry - publisher and general manager Jackie Tien, associate publisher Adrienne Gurman, editor-in-chief David Barbour, and senior technical editor Michael S. Eddy, all of whom have extensive experience and knowledge of the industry.
The team will work in close collaboration with PLASA's chief executive Matthew Griffiths, and t
Prior to her post at Wigwam, Fernihough had worked in a variety of roles in the entertainment industry. Her responsibilities as VME events director is to extend the company's client base and to fully utilize all the facilities that VME have at their disposal.
(Sarah Rushton-Read)
Working at Heights Consultation: 8 March, New Holland Centre, Spalding, Lincolnshire.
Free to Members: Overwhelmed by demand for the first Working at Heights Regulations consultation in February, we have now arranged a second session, so more members can participate. Non-members can also attend for £30.00 +VAT.
To register email ron@plasa.org
Intellectual Property Seminar: 25 March, Victoria, London.
Free to members: This DTI-supported seminar will cover all the issues surrounding intellectual property including trade marks, patents, copyright and trade secrets, as well as giving practical advice on the most effective way to protect your products and brand.
To register email norah@plasa.org
MAY - Human Resource Workshop: Date & Venue TBC.
Clive Payne of CP Associates will discuss the latest employment issues and advise members on the impact of new l
The refurbishment will see this legendary venue (The Rolling Stones, Jimi Hendrix, Pink Floyd and The Doors all played here) transformed into a contemporary performance space. In addition to the main space and studio theatre, it will also feature a Creative Centre - a fully equipped broadcast and media space where young people of all backgrounds can learn new skills and develop their creative abilities.
The restoration is being handled by architects John McAslan and P
Thales Space Technology (Bodelwyddan, UK), designers of optical systems and components, have signed up as Associate members, whilst a steady stream of applications from students has swelled this rank of the membership. New members include Adam Chandler (BTec National Diploma in Technical Theatre at Peterborough College); Katherine Davidson (BA Theatre Practice at CSSD); Daniel Manning (BSc Media Technology (Hons) at Southampton Institute); Thomas Nagels (Industrial Engineering Electro-Mechanics Automation at GroupT Leuven School of Engineering in Belgium); Christopher Pugh (BA (Hons) Theatre and Performance Technology Co
The launch of L&SI America will ensure that the PLASA name, and that of its individual members, will have a much greater profile in the Americas, giving both the Association and its member companies an active lead in this market.
Because of the nature of these particular jobs, individuals are often excluded from access to High Street financial services. By joining the Roadcrew Providential Syndicate, mem
Le Mark has a wide range of award-winning 'tape-based' products and saw the benefits of offering the Pro Tapes/Permacel range through its own dealer network. Le Mark MD Stuart Gibbons stated: "The alliance between our two great companies is a natural and logical progression. Le Mark needed to meet customer demand for specialty products, in particular gaffer tapes with more colour options. The Pro-Gaffer range is available in 17 standard colours and four fluorescen
Highlights of the evening included the presentation of The Editor's Award to video director Dick Carruthers, made by Led Zeppelin rock legend Jimmy Page. This year's Lifetime Contribution Award went to the original founder of Brilliant Stages, Charlie Kail - presented to him by Brian Croft - and Robbie Williams' tour manager Andy Franks picked up a personal award, plus an
Richard Wilson, White Light's long-serving operations director spent many years as he making the practical side of getting the lights out of the door work he is now moving to the position of business development director, working to introduce The White Light Group to new clients and new areas of business. Bryan Raven, White Light Group's general manager, commented: "Richard's record of making the sharp end of our business work is well proven - after all, however much we promise it means nothing unless we actually get the right lights out at the right time! Having successfully established new working methods for our warehouse in the two years since our move to Wimbledon from Fulham, Rich
This year, in tandem with the Graduate Exhibition, the college is also launching its Sponsors' Trade show. During the same two days in March the New Athenaeum Theatre will be turned over to RSAMD's industry sponsors and suppliers enabling them to demonstrate and discuss their most recent equipment and products with prospective clients and visitors to the Academy. Companies such as Autograph Sales, VLPS Lighting Services, Rope Assemblies, Crosby Europe, Rosco, Zero 88 and Lyon Equipment Ltd will be talking part.
This is an opportunity for people to meet the RSAMD's staff, students and industry supporters as well as seeing what is happening at one of the fore
The meeting was followed by the PSA conference, which included important announcements on the new National Rigging Certificate and the PSA's proposed Safety Passport scheme in association with the Institute of Occupational Safety and Health. The day's activities were followed by the Annual TPi Awards dinner where it was announced that the magazine's owners, Mondiale Publishing, would be seconding Total Production magazine's co-founder, Andy Lenthall, to the PSA to be their full-time general manager. At the same time, Mondiale will be contracted to the PSA to manage the accoun
AMPTP has appointed Dennis King, AMPTP vice-president, as their representative to the Council. King is the Chair of the Motion Picture Industry-Wide L
Free to members: This DTI-supported seminar will cover all the issues surrounding intellectual property including trade marks, patents, copyright and counterfeiting, as well as giving practical advice on the most effective way to protect your products and brand.
To register email norah@plasa.org
APRIL - Design Considerations for Buildings: 28 April, Interbuild, Birmingham.
This RIBA-supported seminar has been developed to provide architects, designers and installers with essential information when designing buildings for corporate or entertainment use.
To register email nicky@plasa.org
MAY - Human Resource Workshop: 18 May, Victoria, London.
Free to members: Clive Payne of CP Associates will discuss employment issues and advise members on the impact of new legislation.
To register e
All eligible UK companies planning to exhibit at CALM can receive a grant for 50% of costs, up to a limit of £2,500. The grant covers expenditure on such areas as exhibition space, stand construction costs, freight and display materials. For further information, contact Norah Phillips on:
Harman Pro UK of Potters Bar (+44 1707 668041), a distributor of pro audio equipment, has signed up as a Corporate member, Macostar Hong Kong (+852 2814 1881), a supplier and specialist contractor of design, supply and installation services, has joined as an International member and Install UK of Ludlow (+44 1584 711
The report covers four key sectors - Lighting, Pro Audio, Staging and AV - giving members a better understanding of the main market sectors, and a statistical platform from which to support their business planning and applications for funding. The research has also proved a useful benchmarking tool, allowing members to compare, for instance, their own experiences with the trends in average revenue per employee and the percentage others are spending on marketing and R&D.
The fourth phase of the research is now about to begin and PLASA members will be contacted shortly with an
