Highlighted posts from Wednesday, Sep. 29, 2021

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Adjacent: IA threatening to strike AMPTP over meal breaks, turnarounds​

September 25, 2021 * 2 posts * 166 views​

News ​

Jay Ashworth said: And, if I understand it, correctly, the New Media breaks that were granted back when it was, y'know, *new*. For more on that, see this: [link] and for details on the labor action: ... Read more >>

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Remagnetizing Hall Sensor Magnets​

September 21, 2021 * 2 posts * 149 views​

Lighting and Electrics ​

Kurt said: Hey everyone! I'm running into an epidemic of sorts. Seems like my magnets are dying left and right. I don't know why, and I'm working with Robe on trying to figure that out, but ... Read more >>

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Lauan Alternative for flats​

September 23, 2021 * 13 posts * 327 views​

Scenery, Props, and Rigging ​

grahamkingsley said: Wondering if anyone has had much luck with finding some cost-effective alternatives to lauan (aka luan, aka rotary mahogany). With the sharp spike in plywood costs, a sheet of ... Read more >>

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DMX Playback​

September 24, 2021 * 8 posts * 255 views​

Lighting and Electrics ​

LPdan said: Hello, I have a customer building an LED display that would like a variety of cues programmed, with a simple way for their end user to select between the looks/cues. Ideally I'm ... Read more >>

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How to number seats on the orchestra pit​

September 24, 2021 * 7 posts * 176 views​

Stage Management and Facility Operations ​

DrewE said: The Flynn Theater nearby in Burlington, VT calls these seats the "dress circle" and has DCB in place of your row BB, and DCA in place of your row AA (and nearest the stage). Row ... Read more >>

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Unison DR12 Control Station Not Working​

September 21, 2021 * 8 posts * 189 views​

Lighting and Electrics ​

jaycoale82 said: Can I reconfigure a Unison Dimming Rack without the floppy disk? I got called to a school in my district today in hopes that I could help get their lighting system functioning ... Read more >>

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Help replacing obsolete power supply​

September 23, 2021 * 6 posts * 187 views​

Lighting and Electrics ​

Pyrotech said: As an unintentional follow up to the 'Do you let inexperienced people use your light board' thread, our pastor recently allowed a community group to use our Fellowship Hall. They ... Read more >>

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How bright is your LED compared to incandescent? Let's compare.​

September 21, 2021 * 8 posts * 275 views​

Lighting and Electrics ​

JChenault said: My theatre recently purchased 32 ETC CS Jr's ( deep blue) for a high-side light system. One statement about LED fixtures is that they are not as bright as incandescent units in ... Read more >>

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Outdoor solutions for indoor fixtures​

September 25, 2021 * 3 posts * 153 views​

Lighting and Electrics ​

matcreyn said: A friend is lighting a show outdoors and wants to use a pair of Solaframe 1000s (only IP20 rated). It's rainy season here. Does anyone have any safety solutions for protecting ... Read more >>

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Chauvet Finish turned Sticky!​

September 20, 2021 * 21 posts * 575 views​

Lighting and Electrics ​

soundlight said: The plastic that's used for head covers is great at taking a beating and not showing it. Plastic bends and reforms its shape much easier, and bounces off risers and pipes better. ... Read more >>

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