During the three-day exhibition, from 24 to 26 February 2008, internationally renowned speakers and associations will talk on a variety of topical subjects, say the organisers.
24 February 2008
11:30 a.m.
LIGHT & SHADE IN CARAVAGGIO
The winner of three Best Photography Oscars, Vittorio Storaro, shares his reflections on an extraordinary career.
2:00 p.m.
LIGHT & CULTURAL HERITAGE
Reflections on the relationship between the use of light and Italy's artistic heritage.
Speakers (ACCADEMIA DELLA LUCE): Marina Vio and Francesca Storaro.
2:00 p.m.
ASSOMUSICA
A discussion on the problems of "live" shows.
4:00 p.m.
TECHNOLOGY AND DEVELOPMENT OF LAMPS FOR SHOWS
The latest technological frontiers from specialists in lamp research and development.
Speakers: Roger Van Der Plas, Gerry Schuh and Martin Mahn.
25 February 2008
10:00 a.m.
SAFETY & POWER DISTRIBUTION FOR SHOWS
An in-depth analysis of safety problems relating to power distribution in the entertainment world.
Speaker (Accademia Della Luce): Andrea Berselli.
11:30 a.m.
LED TECHNOLOGY, EVOLUTION AND NEW USES
The latest technological frontiers and uses from LED specialists.
Speakers: Mauro Ceresa, Carlo Romiti and Carlo Bogani.
2:00 p.m.
REGULATIONS AND STANDARDS FOR STRUCTURES AND LIFTING IN THE ITALIAN SHOW BUSINESS ENVIRONMENT
A trip through the regulations and their interpretation.
Speakers: Cristiano Giavedoni, Ron Bonner, Florian von Hofen and Ferdinand Ziegler.
2:00 p.m.
LASERS: NEW TECHNOLOGY.
LASERS: SAFETY.
The latest technological frontiers and reflections on safety with "ILDA" and laser application specialists.
Speakers: Patrick Murphy and Alberto Kelner.
4:00 p.m.
LIGHT & FASHION
Experiences and reflections on the relationship between light and fashion.
Speaker (Accademia Della Luce): Salvatore Mancinelli
10:00 a.m.
LIGHT & INTERIOR DESIGN
Experiences and reflections on the relationship between light and interior design.
Speakers (Accademia Della Luce): Emanuela Di Grazia and Franco Campioni.
26 February 2008
11:30 a.m.
AILD OPENING MEETING: 360° SHOWLIGHT
All round reflections and experiences on show lighting, with the AILD (Association of Italian Lighting Designers).
Speakers: Giovanni Pinna and Raffaele Perin
4:00 p.m.
ROUND-TABLE FORUM: LIGHTING DESIGNERS, IDENTITY OF A PROFESSION
A round-table discussion on the profession of the lighting designer. In conjunction with Accademia Della Luce.
Moderator: Massimo Villa (magazine: Luce&Design, Tecniche Nuove Editore).
(Lee Baldock)
