Despite what many people believe, running a followspot is one of the trickier tech jobs in a theatre. Operating one isn’t just a matter of making [...]
Followspot Operating Tips
What Is the McCandless Method?
Stanley McCandless is considered by many to be the father of lighting design. Even though lighting technology has come a long way since he developed his [...]
Find the Circuit Breakers Before the Show Starts
You’ve probably had it happen to you, and if you haven’t, you will. You’re watching the stage during a performance of your show, when [...]
Hide a Copy of Your Light Shows
The great thing about modern light boards is that they have non-volatile memory; turn the board off, and your show will still be in its memory next time [...]