Theatre holds a special place in our hearts—it’s where DWR began, originally as a lighting company. Over the years, DWR has grown to offer full technical support, including audio solutions and LED screens like Absen panels, which have served as stunning backdrops for pantomimes and other productions at Joburg Theatre. Whether it’s providing technical support, sponsoring events, or simply covering them as news items, you’ll often find us involved in shows like The Hilton Arts Festival, KKNK or Innibos. We also invest in the future of theatre through hands-on workshops, such as lighting design and audio training courses, equipping current and aspiring theatre professionals.
A Full-Circle Moment for Andre Siebrits and DWR Distribution
South African Lighting Designer and operator Andre Siebrits has invested in his first grandMA3 full-size console, purchased from DWR Distribution. The console has gone straight to work on five different shows, from a television production to a youth choir, and will be busy for the rest of the year. For
Teatros del Canal Madrid Invests in Robe
Teatros del Canal is a major contemporary performing-arts centre in the buzzing Spanish capital city of Madrid and has recently made a major purchase of Robe moving lights, with 24 x FORTES, 24 x T2 Profiles and 24 x Arianne 6 LED wash beams joining the house lighting inventory, all
Casino de Espinho Raises the Stakes with L-Acoustics L2 in the Salão Atlântico
SLS replaces the Salão Atlântico’s PA with flown L2 and L2D, holding clarity, coverage and impact across every layout the 550-capacity hall books The gridded streets of the Portuguese town of Espinho were laid out in the 19th century, after railway access turned a quiet fishing village into one of
Eastern Acoustics’ DiGiCo Quantum 338T for Pretty Woman
Pretty Woman: The Musical in South Africa played to full houses over a two-month period, and it was no surprise why audiences flocked to see the show. It was a step back into the 1990s, when Julia Roberts, with her unforgettable smile, was still a newcomer to the big screen, a
Astera Dreams High – QuikSpot and QuikPunch Light Canadian Stage’s Twelfth Night
Dream in High Park by Canadian Stage is one of Canada’s largest and longest-running outdoor professional theatre events, a popular and accessible summertime production based on the mischief and magic of Shakespeare, attracting over 30,000 people each year. In 2026, the company produced Twelfth Night, presented as always in the
DiGiCo Releases Software Upgrades for Quantum112 and Quantum225 Pulse Mixing Consoles
Compact Quantum Range desks now offer bigger features that further belie their small footprints DiGiCo announces the immediate availability of new downloadable software upgrades for its two most compact Quantum Range mixing consoles, the Quantum112and Quantum225 Pulse. DiGiCo’s Quantum112 Pulse upgrade increases the desk’s input channel count to 96 and aux/subgroup busses to
Robert Juliat Bizet LED profiles help modernise South Korea’s Eumseong Culture and Art Center
Robert Juliat is delighted to showcase the recent installation of 28 Robert Juliat Bizet 671SX 500W LED Variable White 11/26° profile spots at South Korea’s Eumseong Culture and Art Center in Chungcheongbuk-do. As a cherished cultural hub for the people of Eumseong, the 600-seat theatre hosts plays, operas, ballets and musicals, where its
Enos Ramoroko, the steady hands behind Joburg Theatre
If there is one thing the City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality does well, it is theatre. Step inside the Joburg Theatre Complex, and you immediately feel a sense of excellence. The building is clean and beautifully maintained; there is a line-up of exciting, well-marketed productions, and there is that wonderful
Hippotizer Turns Illustrations into Layered Worlds at Finland’s National Theater
Helsinki, Finland – Illustrations, projection and lighting are converging at Finland’s historic National Theater for a production of the children’s classic Puluboi and Poni, with Hippotizer Media Servers from Green Hippo – an ACT Entertainment brand – providing the visual core. Lighting and video designer Ville Virtanen transformed story illustrations into a constantly evolving
Adelaide Festival Centre Enjoys New Anolis Installation
Two venues at Adelaide Festival Centre multi-purpose arts centre complex are now benefitting from new Anolis LED house lighting installations – featuring over 200 fixtures from Anolis’s highly flexible Ambiane range. This has transformed the audience experience in the 2000-capacity Festival Theatre and Dunstan Playhouse, which seats 590, and resulted
Warwick Arts Centre continues to trust DiGiCo with big upgrade for 2026
Warwick Arts Centre has upgraded its DiGiCo S-Series consoles with brand new DiGiCo Quantum range consoles, opting for two Quantum 225s and three Quantum 112s, supplied by HD Pro Audio, for use across this multi-space venue. Maximising its investment and future proofing the site was a key priority, with Technical
KLOTZ AIS presents new CAT5e & Audio Hybrid Cable HG2X3M2E
With the new HG2X3M2E, KLOTZ AIS introduces a high-quality hybrid system cable that combines two CAT5e network cables and two AES/EBU audio cables for transmitting both analogue and digital audio signals in a highly flexible braided sleeve. This combination provides a compact cabling solution with reliable signal transmission, specifically designed to
TAQA Theater De Vest Invests in Robe
TAQA Theater De Vest in Alkmaar, the Netherlands, is a vibrant performance environment that has upgraded its main hall lighting to include a substantial number of Robe moving lights … with 47 x T1 Profiles and 12 x LEDBeam 350s added to the house lighting rig. Most of these are
Reykjavik City Theatre invests in more Robe T2 Profiles
Reykjavík City Theatre – Iceland’s very popular and oldest continuously operating theatre company, founded in 1897 as the Reykjavík Theatre Company – has invested in more Robe T2 Profile moving lights, following the great success of their first batch purchased in 2023. The first 16 x T2 Profiles – supplied via Robe’s
Richard Ashcroft’s engineers gear up for summer with DiGiCo
During the summer, outdoor events make touring even more exciting, with changeable weather and a huge spectrum of venues, from fields in the UK to arenas and stadiums across the world. For Richard Ashcroft’s engineers this is not a problem thanks to their well-prepared touring package including DiGiCo consoles and
We almost lost Kyle in London…
When you’re as passionate about audio as Kyle Robson, sending him to London for an exclusive DiGiCo launch comes with a certain amount of risk. Kyle recently joined the DiGiCo team in London for the launch of the new DiGiCo 638 and 638T consoles — an event packed, in true
Robe SVOPATTs Score for NBC’s Sunday Night Baseball Opener
Lighting designer Nick Whitehouse used Robe SVOPATT multisource LED luminaires for NBC Sports’ 2026 Sunday Night Baseball show open, starring Zac Brown Band. The inventive lighting created the scale and energy of an epic stadium performance. Filmed at American Family Field, home of the Milwaukee Brewers, the show open features
DiGiCo Releases Quantum638 Mixing Console, Bespoke for Broadway, West End and Beyond
The brand’s newest desk combines the best elements of SD7 and SD5 with the latest Quantum tech, while an optional “T” version is perfectly tailored for the most demanding theatrical productions CHESSINGTON, UK – DiGiCo announces the launch of its latest addition to the successful Quantum Range, the Quantum638 mixing console,
Robert Juliat Arthur LT followspot upgrade on Budapest’s Margaret Island
Two Robert Juliat Arthur LT 800W LED long throw followspots have recently been installed in Budapest’s iconic Margitsziget Theatre by Robert Juliat’s exclusive distributor for Hungary, Lysis-Project. Margitsziget Theatre, Hungary’s most prestigious open-air summer theatre, is located in a unique position in the heart of Budapest, surrounded by the Danube
Robert Juliat successfully launches Bizet 8-Colour LED Profile at PLASA London 2026
ROBERT JULIAT was excited to launch its brand-new Bizet 8-Colour LED profile fixture at PLASA Show 2026 on the stand of its exclusive distributor for the UK and Ireland, Live Technology. Bizet 8-Colour Profile Bizet 8-Colour’s innovative light engine offers a unique combination of 8 LED colours (deep red, red, amber, green, cyan, sky
Doughty Engineering Wins PLASA Innovation Award for Pre-Rig Quick Trigger
Doughty Engineering has been recognised with a PLASA Innovation Award for the second consecutive year, this time for its new Pre-Rig Quick Trigger Hook Clamp. “It’s a Quick Trigger clamp that fits on square and round tube, so it’s very versatile,” explains Julian Chiverton, Sales Director at Doughty. “Many of the
Robe Kicks Brass at PLASA 2026
Robe lighting enjoyed a brilliant PLASA London 2026 expo, adding to the great energy and excellent vibes of this long-running expo for showcasing the latest innovations from the world of entertainment and leisure technology. Robe launched five new products – underlining the manufacturer’s commitment to PLASA London as a creative
ROXX and PRG bring sports, corporate and broadcast requirements together in new K36 key light
Cologne, 15.09.2026: ROXX and PRG have jointly developed the K36, a powerful white-light fixture designed to meet the diverse requirements of professional sports, corporate and broadcast productions. Combining high output and camera-ready light quality with a compact, lightweight design, flexible beam control and full outdoor capability, the K36 was developed as
L-Acoustics Achieves B Corp™ Certification
The Group joins an exclusive community of only 70 companies in the arts and entertainment sector certified against B Lab’s standards for governance, transparency and social and environmental performance MARCOUSSIS, France – September 2026 – L-Acoustics has achieved B Corp™ Certification, awarded by the non-profit B Lab to companies independently verified
François Mondié to represent ROXX in France
Experienced industry professional brings more than two decades of market expertise to ROXX in France ROXX is strengthening its presence in France with François Mondié as Business Development Manager for ROXX France. He has been responsible for the French market since 1 September. With more than two decades of experience
Vectorworks acquires Morpholio, adding leading Mobile Design Apps to its product line
LAUREN HARTMAN Strategic Acquisition Brings Morpholio Trace, Board, and Journal into the Vectorworks Ecosystem, Strengthening Designer Workflows from First Idea to Final Delivery. Columbia, MD (February 17, 2026)—Global design and BIM software provider Vectorworks, Inc., part of the Nemetschek Group, is thrilled to announce it has acquired Morpholio, developer of the award-winning Morpholio
Neutrik showcasing extensive new product lineup at IBC
NEUTRIK xlrCON DR Series At this year’s IBC Neutrik is showcasing an array of new connectivity solutions, offering significant performance and durability enhancements in the field; with three major product series being presented to the broadcast industry for the first time. The company will also mark 20 years of opticalCON® in
ROXX brings true DWE character to LED with CLUSTER B2 EVO and B4 EVO
Debuting at PLASA Show 2026, the new CLUSTER B2 EVO and B4 EVO recreate the visible character of the classic tungsten blinder with a DWE-inspired glass lens and patent-pending dual-zone LED array – while delivering up to 80,000 lumens, reduced weight and full CLUSTER system compatibility. Cologne, 07.09.2026: German lighting innovator
RD Licht en Geluid Relies on ADJFixtures for Elzinga Groep’s 80th Anniversary Festival
When one of the northern Netherlands’ leading infrastructure companies celebrated its 80th anniversary with a two-day festival for business partners, the local community, and company staff, production specialists RD Licht en Geluid delivered a versatile lighting system built predominantly around ADJ fixtures. Combining powerful moving heads, dynamic effect lighting, and reliable signal
Robe at PLASA 2026
Robe is excited to be returning to one of the world’s liveliest and most dynamic entertainment epicentres – London – for the 2026 PLASA trade expo at Olympia next week, where the team is looking forward to meeting a diversity of lighting and production professionals working across all industry sectors.
HIVE partners with DWR Distribution to expand into South Africa
New distribution partnership brings HIVE’s scalable media playback solutions to South African AV and entertainment markets HIVE Media Control, a UK-based specialist in professional media playback, has appointed DWR Distribution as a distributor in South Africa, expanding access to its award-winning range of media players and control solutions across the
MA Lighting is heading to West Africa!
This October, MA Lighting is bringing their expertise to Lagos for lighting professionals, programmers, operators, designers, and industry partners from across West Africa. The event kicks off on 19 October with the MA Lighting Open Day – an opportunity to connect with their team, discover the latest solutions, exchange ideas,
Hikarie Hall Turns to L-Acoustics Kiva II and A Series for Flexible Sound Across Two Halls
Bestec Audio equips Tokyo’s Hikarie Hall with permanent Kiva II and A Series systems in each hall, backed by a mobile A Series and KS21 rig for the venue’s biggest events TOKYO, Japan – August 2026 – Shibuya Hikarie is a 34-storey skyscraper directly connected to Tokyo’s landmark Shibuya Station,
Frontline Rocks Up a Storm with Robe
Theater De Storm in Winterswijk, the Netherlands, has been a client of Martijn Klein Gebbink of Frontline Audio & Vision for 20 years, and last year, he delivered an impressive package of 124 x Robe lighting products, including 12 x ESPRITE moving lights fitted with the HCF (High Colour Fidelity)
Robe Rocks the Buzz at Mediatech Africa 2026
The Mediatech Africa expo returned to Johannesburg, South Africa, for the first time since 2019, generating massive interest as the region demonstrated its huge enthusiasm for the world of entertainment technology and hunger for knowledge about the related technologies. Robe lighting fully embraced the positive energy at Kyalami Grand Prix
KLOTZ K12RM – Rugged 12-Channel AES/EBU Multicore for Professional Touring and Live Event Applications
With the new K12RM, KLOTZ expands its portfolio with a high-quality 12-channel digital multicore system designed for professional audio applications. Developed for demanding touring, broadcast, and live event environments, the K12RM combines maximum operational reliability with outstanding flexibility and dependable signal transmission for both digital and analog audio signals. The
Robert Juliat’s SpotMe and Lancelot Followspots Shine Through on Broadway’s Tony Award Winning The Lost Boys
Lighting Designer Jen Schriever and Associate Lighting Designer Aaron Tacy are using Robert Juliat’s SpotMe performer tracking system and three powerful Robert Juliat Lancelot followspots on The Lost Boys, Broadway’s Tony Award-winning musical based on the iconic 1987 vampire film. Schriever won a Tony for her work on The Lost
Bradford LIVE utilises two DiGiCo Quantum 225s for revamped live venue
The history of Bradford LIVE goes right back to September 22nd, 1930. Since it opened, it has been a treasured part of the Braford community. The community fought to save it after it fell into disrepair in 2000 and in 2025, after 50 million pounds of investment, it has returned
Passing on the Craft: Basic Theatre Flyman Training Held in Johannesburg
Some of the most important roles in theatre happen behind the scenes. The audience may never notice them, but without skilled flymen, the magic on stage simply cannot happen. To help preserve and pass on this specialised craft, Gearhouse Splitbeam, in association with DWR Distribution, recently hosted a Basic Theatre
Connect with DWR Distribution at Mediatech Africa 2026
DWR Distribution is pleased to announce its participation at Mediatech Africa 2026, taking place from 30 June to 2 July at the Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit & International Convention Centre. Don’t miss out on meeting our international suppliers and seeing the latest technology. With the South African industry expected to
Umate LM O – Outdoor Fine Pitch, Quality Within Reach
The Unilumin LM O offers full front and rear maintenance, along with IP65 protection in a die-cast cabinet. Features include 1000 × 1000 mm and 500 × 500 mm panels that can be mixed and matched, with support for stacking, wall mounting, and hanging. Right-angle and rounded corner solutions are
Valentines Concert powered by DiGiCo Quantum 852T and KLANG:konductor wows audiences at Mazowsze
Annual Valentines concerts in the Mazowsze Concert Hall have long attracted a loyal following, and in 2026 audiences were treated to an extravaganza. Alongside the Mazowsze ensemble, the night featured legendary Polish rock band, Pectus. Łukasz Łęcki, monitor engineer for the Mazowsze Ensemble chose KLANG:konductor to manage the complex monitoring
Robert Juliat new Morgane followspots celebrate Christian Bréan’s lighting at the Moulin Rouge
Following in the footsteps of its older Robert Juliat sisters, Lucy and Alice, it is now Morgane’s turn to continue the legacy of followspot lighting at the Moulin Rouge, the iconic Parisian cabaret that has enchanted the city’s nightlife since 1889. Robert Juliat has recently completed the installation of three
Basic Theatre Flyman Training
Get stage-ready with Basic Theatre Flyman Training taking place at the Teatro at Montecasino on 1 April from 9 am to 4pm! This beginner’s course, presented by Gearhouse Splitbeam in association with DWR Distribution, dives into the world of single and double-purchase handline flying systems, covering essential terminology, operation, and
Anolis Assists Award-Winning Théâtre des Champs-Élysées Lighting Renovation
The Théâtre des Champs-Élysées, located near Paris’s famous Avenue des Champs-Élysées, has had the lighting in its main 1900-capacity auditorium completely reimagined. A new award-winning design by ProjetScénie, which collected the 2025 LIT Award for Heritage Lighting Design, includes a modern, sustainable feature lighting solution from Anolis to illuminate the famous
ADJ Showcases Performance Ready Innovations at ISE 2026
ADJ returned to Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) 2026 with a strong presence, welcoming lighting and AV professionals from across the EMEA region to experience its latest Performance Ready solutions firsthand. Exhibiting from stand #6Q300, the company presented a curated selection of new lighting and control products, alongside professional audio solutions
The new Prolyte catalogue is here!
We’re excited to share the brand-new Prolyte 2026 Catalogue with you. Inside, you’ll discover our latest innovations, updated product ranges, and detailed technical information to support your upcoming projects. Whether you’re preparing for the upcoming season or exploring new solutions, this edition is packed with inspiration and practical insights.
DiGiCo Basic S-Series and Quantum Training, Cape Town
Join Kyle Robson for training on the DiGiCo S-Series and Quantum range of consoles on 25 March from 9am to 5pm at DWR Distribution, Cape Town and get your hands on the industry’s leading equipment. The training session will cover the following topics: Console and Accessories Overview Sessions Creation Audio
Robert Juliat Arthur LTs star in My Favourite Broadway
When South African lighting designer Oliver Hauser worked on Jonathan Roxmouth’s My Favourite Broadway last year, he incorporated two manually operated Robert Juliat ARTHUR 1014LT followspots. The show, produced by Howard Events with event technical supplied by Multi-Media, ran from 25 July to 3 August at Johannesburg’s Teatro at Montecasino. © Lauge Sorensen My Favourite Broadway featured songs from some of the
Robe Goes Giga at ISE 2026
Czech lighting manufacturer Robe s.r.o. made a strong and vibrant impression and launched its much-anticipated landmark new GigaPointe® luminaire at the 2026 Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) expo in Barcelona last week. GigaPointe is powered by a 350W white Phosphor Laser source and has an advanced LSW-3™ engine that produces
Robe at the Romanian National Opera
The Romanian National Opera in Bucharest (Opera Națională București), Romania’s leading national opera and ballet company, has invested in Robe moving and LED lights, which were delivered at the start of the year via Robe’s Romanian distributor, Senia Music. The new investments include iFORTES, Spiider LED wash beams, LEDBeam