February was only 4 weeks ago but it now seems like ‘another age’ as the Coronavirus pandemic has sent most of the world into lockdown, self-isolation and social distancing as we all strive to flatten the curve. Robe’s news team was in Australia during that month, reporting on many cool and interesting projects including this one … Canberra, Australia-based technical production and event … [Read more...]

The SPACE is an inspirational theatre training complex for 16-19-year olds at Heathfield Community School, located next door to Tacchi-Morris Arts Centre in Taunton, Somerset, UK. The SPACE includes an 85-seat performance theatre, dance and drama studios all kitted out to high technical specifications – including new Zero 88 Chilli Pro 24 Bypass dimmers. This impressive facility offers young … [Read more...]

Montreal-based visual design practice Luz Studio, headed by Matthieu Larivée, created the eye-catching production design at the core of French-Canadian singer and impressionist Véronic DiCaire’s current “Showgirl” tour, which had a very successful launch in Canada in December 2019, then toured arenas in Europe … before the Coronavirus pandemic took hold and curtailed all live events until the … [Read more...]

LED manufacturer Astera’s first concern during the Coronavirus pandemic is that everyone stays safe, well and healthy. In addition to that … the Astera Academy has been launched in just a few days as a positive response to the crisis. www.astera-led.com/academy … is a new venture enabling interested parties – lighting and visual designers, DOPs, directors, gaffers, grips, engineers and … [Read more...]

The technical production industry is known worldwide for its resourcefulness and determination, and the Coronavirus pandemic is energising some intrepid ideas to help keep businesses rolling and communities safe and functional during the crisis. With all conferences and live entertainment work cancelled or postponed, South African rental company MGG based in Johannesburg was looking at their 32 … [Read more...]