In a ‘world first’ for the entertainment rigging industry, PLASA Events has announced the launch of the PLASA International Rigging Conference, to be held alongside two days of PLASA 2010, at Earls Court, London on Monday 13 and Tuesday 14 September. The aim of this technical conference, the first of its kind in the world, is to provide a unique specialist forum that will bring together … [Read more...]
The North’s show grows again!
PLASA Focus: Leeds 2010, which takes place on Tuesday 27 - Wednesday 28 April 2010, has already surpassed last year's record breaking event - not only selling out all its exhibition space by the New Year, but adding no fewer than 15 new exhibitors in the process. As the venue reaches full capacity and with 1,000 visitors already registered to attend, the demand for a high quality show for the … [Read more...]
PLASA confirms 2010 executive
PLASA, the leading professional trade body for the live events, entertainment, architectural and installation sectors, has announced the election results for its Executive Committee - the body elected by the membership to work alongside the PLASA organisation in setting its strategic objectives. Six candidates from across the membership put themselves forward for the four available places, … [Read more...]
PLASA and ESTA announce intention to merge
PLASA (headquartered in the UK) and ESTA (headquartered in North America), two of the leading bodies worldwide for those working in the live events, entertainment and communications industries, have signed a Letter of Intent to merge. The announcement comes on the back of long-term strategic reviews conducted by both Associations who believe that uniting as one body will lead to a stronger … [Read more...]
Lightning does strike twice
Nine years ago, Tom Donnellan's situation, at home caring for his dying wife and caring for his young daughters, provided the impetus to set up Light Relief. Now, as if to prove that lightning does indeed strike twice, Light Relief is once again helping Tom, as he not only battles with his own cancer, but also copes with effectively being on the 'dole' as the company he worked with closed down. … [Read more...]
