At the Tzora Kibbutz near Jerusalem, Robe BMFL Spots were at the core of the design.
Between eight and 12 Robe BMFL Spots - depending on the size of the venue - are rigged upstage on the rear truss. These have been newly purchased especially for the tour by rental company Hakol Bakol based in Pardes Hana. This is their second Robe purchase and it was prompted by Ronen's specification.
The stage design for Avram Tal - known for his distinctive voice and powerful stage presence - also features five scenic metal flowers which are flown at the back, and have integral moving beam lights and some static LED blinders fitted in the petals.
Ronen specified BMFLs because he needed the sheer intensity and mega-punch for some of the larger shows and for key looks in the set. He used eight fixtures at Tzora which was a medium sized hall, packed to capacity.
The lights were delivered by Robe's Israeli distributor, Danor Theatre & Studio Systems.
The BMFLs are used in conjunction with LED wash lights throughout the dynamic and contrasting set which is largely up-tempo. It's difficult to categorise Avram Tal's 'genre' but a rough mix of world music and rock 'n' roll gives a good idea!
'It's an intensely 'musical' show to light and I follow and riff with the pace, melodies and ambience" explains Ronen, adding that the creative goal for lighting - with no video - is to make each show exciting and help draw in the audience. He really enjoys the music which is always a great bonus!"
(Jim Evans)
