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Robe heads for the Winelands
Founded in 2024 by Eric van der Watt, Winelands Productions is a dynamic technical production company offering equipment and design services, based in the Winelands region of Cape Town, South Africa. One of Eric’s first lighting investments for the new company was 12 Robe LEDBeam 150s, purchased when Winelands Productions
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
ADJ Jolt MFX 360 Brings Versatility and Movement To ‘It’s Iconic’ Tour
When three legendary female vocal groups joined forces for the 2026 It’s Iconic tour, the production faced a unique creative challenge: delivering a cohesive visual experience while giving three very different artists their own distinct identities. For Lighting Designer and Programmer Rob Koenig, ADJ’s new Jolt MFX 360 provided a versatile tool
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
Claypaky Ultimo Sharpys Shine on the “Bon Jovi Forever Tour” In New York, Ireland and the UK
Claypaky Ultimo Sharpys hit the road with the “Bon Jovi Forever Tour,” which kicked off with a nine-show July residency at New York City’s Madison Square Garden, played stadium dates in Edinburgh and Dublin in late August and concluded with three shows at London’s famed Wembley Stadium in September. The tour tied in with Bon
3D Productions takes delivery of two DiGiCo Quantum 225 DS, plus two Quantum 338 and Fourier transform.engines
3D productions began in the early 1990s with the purchase of 6 Parcan lamps and a production of Alfie that landed in the West End, which Hazel Plummer affectionately says ‘got a bit out of hand.’ The company has grown over the preceding decades to become West Yorkshire’s largest hire
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
Another Two DiGiCo Quantum 338s for Gearhouse South Africa
Gearhouse South Africa has taken delivery of two new DiGiCo Quantum 338 digital mixing consoles, supplied by DWR Distribution, bringing its total stock to four within the group. The latest units have gone straight to the very enthusiastic Cape Town team, strengthening the branch’s audio department and accommodating international technical
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
L-Acoustics Soka inWall Brings Concert-Grade Sound to QUARO Harajuku Record Bar with No System in Sight
Bestec Audio and Nippon Rediffusion deliver Japan’s first Soka inWall inside SUPPOSE DESIGN OFFICE’s sensory-awakening space TOKYO, JAPAN – QUARO opened in February 2026 on Cat Street, in the middle of Harajuku, with a concept that shapes the whole building rather than decorating it. The idea is filtration, and each of
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
Robe iESPRITE LTLs Help Rock Queen Machine
Queen Machine – one of Europe’s best Queen tribute bands – definitely live up to their claim both in terms of performance and production! Formed in Denmark in 2009, and known for their flawless, high-energy replications of Queen’s legendary music, Queen Machine is hugely popular, and tours extensively across Denmark
L-Acoustics DJ Makes Its European Festival Debut at Nameless, with All Four Stages on L-Acoustics
L-Acoustics Certified Provider Milano Show Rent delivers K Series across all stages, one featuring an L-Acoustics DJ spatial sound system, as the festival returns to the Lecco field where it began in 2013 LECCO, ITALY – October 2026 – Nameless Festival began in 2013 as a party thrown by a
Robe iFORTE LTXs Connect with Meridian
German Sevillano, owner and CEO of Mexican technical production and rental company Meridian, is a shrewd operator with a keen eye for spotting trends and listening to what the market and his customers want, and this has driven his steady investment in Robe moving lights over the years, with the
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
Prolyte Project Case Study, GAROROCK 2026
For Garorock 2026 in Marmande, France, JMSON delivered two large-scale stage structures using Prolyte systems, combining high load capacity, substantial roof spans, and solutions engineered for a major festival environment. GARONNE | Main Stage53 × 21 m footprint16.72 m total height13 m clearance The main stage structure was built using
Timewalk Carries Visitors through 12,000 Years of History with Invisible L-Acoustics L-ISA Hyperreal Sound
L-Acoustics Certified Provider Asimetrik recesses every enclosure into purpose-built wall housings at Immerse LDN, using L-ISA to place sound above, below and around visitors as they stroll through the exhibit LONDON, UK – September 2026 – Visitors to Timewalk spent an exhilarating hour walking through 12,000 years of human history.
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,
grandMA3 User Training, Durban.
You are invited to attend a 3-day grandMA3 User Training Workshop, presented by Jaques Pretorius, on 14 – 16 October 2026, at 9am to 5pm, DWR Distribution Durban, Unit 7, Greystone Park, 135 Old North Coast Road, Glen Anil. This 3-day programme is designed to familiarise participants with the essential
International Rigging Training at DWR Distribution, Johannesburg
DWR Distribution announces that renowned rigging specialist Ruud de Deugd will present the International Rigging training course from 25 – 30 January 2027 from 9am to 5pm, at DWR Distribution, Johannesburg. Kindly note this is a 6-day course. As the founder of T & E Support, Ruud is celebrated globally
Hippotizer turns HECHT’s spontaneity into live visuals at Hallenstadion
Zurich, Switzerland – Swiss band HECHT took to the stage at Zurich’s Hallenstadion with a visual production as energetic and spontaneous as the band itself. Combining live camera feeds, real-time Notch effects and programmed content across a large-scale LED canvas, the production used Hippotizer Media Servers from Green Hippo, an ACT
Robe Gets into the System
System of a Down’s 2026 stadium tour featured a large Robe moving light rig which was specified by Rob Sinclair, who created the initial lighting design and concept in early 2025. On the previous incarnation, programmer Andre Petrus had created the strong backbone to the current showfile together with Meg
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
Barco Certified Operator Training, Johannesburg
DWR Distribution invites you to join Dylan Jones as he presents Image Processing – Barco Certified Operator – Event Master (Level 1A) Training 5-6 November 2026 from 9am to 5pm at DWR Distribution in Johannesburg. Passing the grade is required to earn certification. This 2-day course is the entry level
DWR presents Network Training in Cape Town
Behind every successful live event is a reliable network! From network topology and VLANs to redundancy and switch configuration, understanding how everything connects is essential. Kyle Freemantle recently brought this knowledge to life, presenting a Network Training course at DWR Distribution in Cape Town. “The group was engaged and eager
grandMA3 User Training, Johannesburg.
You are invited to attend a 3-day grandMA3 User Training Workshop, presented by Jaques Pretorius, from 11– 13 November 2026, from 9am to 5pm at DWR Distribution Johannesburg, Block C, Unit 1, Kimbult Industrial Park, 9 Zeiss Road, Laserpark, Honeydew. This 3-day programme is designed to familiarise participants with the
Barco Certified Encore3 Specialist Training, Johannesburg
DWR Distribution invites you to the Barco Certified Encore3 Specialist Training presented by Dylan Jones. The course will be held on 22 to 23 October, 9am to 5pm at DWR Distribution in Johannesburg. Delegates are requested to arrive at 8:30 for registration and set up. The 2-day seminar offers certification
Two cities, three days of Training
It’s been a busy week for training at DWR Distribution, with industry training taking place across both Johannesburg and Durban. In Johannesburg, Kyle Robson kicked off a full day of DiGiCo Basic S-Series and Quantum Training, giving delegates plenty of hands-on time with the consoles. The session covered workflow, navigation, patching,
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
Magnimage EC90 Morning Training Session, Johannesburg.
Join Dylan Jones from DWR Distribution as he presents Magnimage EC90 Training on 6 October from 9 am to 12 pm at our Johannesburg office. Aimed at AV technicians, this course is awesome for understanding the EC90, a video switcher that includes 4K input and output, Layers & Switching management,
DWR Durban Offices Are Officially Open!
DWR Distribution officially opened its new Durban offices on 1 September. What an evening it was! More than 100 friends, clients and industry colleagues joined us to celebrate, and we couldn’t have asked for a better welcome. The incredible turnout and support made the evening especially meaningful for the DWR
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
Panasonic + HIVE Training in Cape Town
DWR Distribution is proud to host South Africa’s first-ever, hands-on joint training experience featuring Panasonic Connect and HIVE Media Control. Learn how these two independent powerhouses seamlessly integrate to build bulletproof, low-latency visual workflows. The training will be hosted on 6 October from 9am to 5pm at DWR Distribution Cape
L-Acoustics A10 Covers Meetings and Live Music Under the Five-Metre Ceiling of Bali’s Secret Garden Spring
PT Gracia Auvindo won a three-way tender at the new Kuta lifestyle complex with a Soundvision model that showed the owners the coverage, the rigging and the power draw before a single box was ordered KUTA, Bali, Indonesia –Secret Garden Spring is a lifestyle complex that opened in March 2026
Panasonic + HIVE Training in Johannesburg
DWR Distribution is proud to host South Africa’s first-ever, hands-on joint training experience featuring Panasonic Connect and HIVE Media Control. Learn how these two independent powerhouses seamlessly integrate to build bulletproof, low-latency visual workflows. The training will be hosted on 2 October from 9am to 5pm in Johannesburg at DWR
RCF Micro Monitor Speaker MMR 30T
Meet MMR 30T, RCF’s ultra-compact full-range wall-mount speaker for indoor and outdoor installations.With its discreet profile, refined finishes, and weather-resistant construction, MMR 30T integrates naturally into architectural spaces while delivering clear, reliable sound for background music and speech.Ideal for hospitality venues, retail stores, offices, shopping malls, leisure facilities, sports environments,
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
Astera Connects Event Lighting with Permanent Installations
Astera launches its new Connect Series, extending the performance and creative possibilities of its lighting into permanent and long-term installations – and opening up new opportunities for Astera users and partners. The first product in the series is QuikBeam Connect, enabled by the TracklightAdapter. The adapter can be fitted to existing fixtures, allowing
Roland Professional AV Advanced System Configuration and Deployment training with Werner Nieman
Join Werner Nieman on 30 September from 9am to 2pm at DWR Distribution in Johannesburg for a Roland ProAV Advanced System Configuration and Deployment Training session. This will be a hands-on, in-person course built around the Roland video switcher and AV mixer line. Across the day, we will walk participants
Omega SURGE Technology Conference 2026
It was a true pleasure for DWR Distribution to be invited to participate in the Omega SURGE Technology Conference 2026, hosted at the stunning Avianto in Muldersdrift. Omega Digital brought together leading vendors and valued clients for a focused showcase on technology, meaningful networking, and practical solutions designed to elevate
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