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Stage Lamps: Which kind does each unit take?
Ok, we’ve established that using the wrong lamps in your lighting equipment is bad. But for many of us, we have so many different types and brands of gear, we may not know (without getting a ladder out) what type of lamp is needed for a specific fixture. Well now you can check without... »
Bad idea: wrong lamps in your lights
It’s come to my attention that some people that really shouldn’t be allowed near the lighting gear are actually in charge in some lower quality venues. And by lower quality, I mean of course, the staff. So lets review a basic concept that should keep everyone safer, your lighting gear lasting longer, and your... »
A career in lighting may be brighter than most people think
Sometimes, the whole world is watching. »
Happy Birthday to my lovely wife!
A very Happy Birthday today to my wonderful and beautiful wife, Ruth! Many of the articles and Twitter links I post are inspired by her research and discoveries. And she puts up with me, which I’ll never understand. If you happen to be calling Chicago Spotlight today, be sure to wish her a Happy Birthday! »
The obligitory look back at 2009
I tell myself that I’m not going to do one of these, and then remember that they are marginally useful. Here’s just a few of the stories we looked at in the last year. Learn past or repeat… Chicago started off 2009 with the loss of its free downtown trolleys. Tourists (especially those heading to... »
Michael Philippi celebration tonight
Just a reminder that the Goodman Theatre will host a celebration of the life and work of the late Lighting and Scenic Designer Michael Philippi tonight at 6:30pm. No reservations are necessary, and all are welcome to attend. I hope to see you there. »
Kids aren’t stupid.
I attended a show Friday with about 600 students, approximately ages 6 to 12. (I already see many of you shuddering at the thought.) Granted, many of these kids could have cared less about being there. There were pockets of them in each class that wouldn’t have stopped talking or started really watching the show if... »
Technician killed in 30′ fall
Fenton “Andy” Hollingsworth died today after falling 30 feet in the Rinker Playhouse, part of the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts in West Palm Beach, Florida. Reports indicate he was installing lights either in a catwalk or on a truss when he fell. There is no word on if he was wearing... »
Pic of the Day for Dec 3rd, 2009
Load in of The Radio City Christmas Spectacular at The Grand Ole Opry, Nashville, TN. This pic, as well as this one and this one, was taken by ept_0202, and posted in our I Work Backstage Flickr group. »
Last chance to see Michael Philippi’s final design
The Goodman Theatre’s production of High Holidays, which is the last lighting design of the late Michael Philippi, will close today with two performances. A 2:00pm matinee, and a 7:30pm evening show. Mr. Philippi had completed the focus for High Holidays prior to his death, and the implementation of his design was completed by Goodman... »
Hudson & Gaines
