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The 48th edition of the Cape Town Cycle Tour kicked off with around 30 000 riders taking part in either the 109km or 42km race. ULTRA Events Technical Solutions was proud to be part of it, handling the technical setup
Join Richard Smith for an L-Acoustics System and Workflow Training Course on 5 May 2026 from 9am to 5pm at DWR Distribution, Block C, Unit 1, Kimbult Industrial Park, 9 Zeiss Road, Laserpark, Honeydew. Upon successful completion and certification,
König & Meyer is strengthening its international presence through a new partnership with DWR Distribution, bringing its professional product range closer to users in the professional, live events, broadcast and production industries. Based in Germany, König & Meyer was established
It’s a brand-new chapter for DWR Distribution as we launch Panasonic—and you’re invited to be part of the excitement on 13 May 2026 at our offices in Johannesburg. Discover the latest innovations in Projection Display and Broadcast solutions –
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 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,
Discover the future and benefits of BirdDog as Werner Nieman walks you through PTZ Cameras, Box Cameras, Controllers, converters and Software Applications on 28 April from 9am to 5pm at DWR Distribution in Johannesburg. Whether your business is in Touring
“It’s about time,” says Ndumiso Blessing Vilakazi with a smile as he takes delivery of his new grandMA3 onPC command wing from DWR Distribution. Blessing works as a freelance lighting designer and operator, both in South Africa and abroad. “I
Built Tough, Ultra-Safe High Strength Fast Maintenance Whole Cabinet Front Maintenance The vacuum maintenance tool supports the front maintenance of the whole cabinet. The disassembly and assembly are smooth and easy to operate. Efficient Heat Dissipation Rear Cover Ventilation
The Unilumin Texture Screen is committed to integrating the art of display into building materials, breaking through the constraints of traditional black displays, achieving the integration with the environment when the screen is off and living in harmony with
DWR Distribution is proud to announce its appointment by Unilumin as the exclusive distributor of indoor fixed installation and rental LED displays, as well as a strategic partner for outdoor products, in South Africa. Unilumin is one of the largest LED
If you’ve completed the DiGiCo Basic Training, you’re ready for the next step! Join Kyle Robson for training on the DiGiCo Quantum Intermediate training on 29 and 30 April from 9am to 5pm at DWR Distribution in Johannesburg and get
Happy Easter! We hope your weekend is filled with special moments, laughter, and a few fun chocolate surprises hidden in the garden. Please note that DWR Distribution will be closed for the long weekend (3–6 April) and will reopen on
Join Dylan Jones from DWR Distribution as he presents Magnimage EC90 Training on 14 March 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
LED lighting manufacturer Anolis enjoyed a busy and positive Light + Building 2026 expo in Frankfurt, Germany, where it launched two new products – Calumma Arts in collaboration with French Light and Calumma UN (Ultra Narrow) – and engaged with a
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
Multi-Media has made a wonderful Robe investment for their Johannesburg and Cape Town branches, purchasing 24 Robe LEDBeam 350, 24 Robe Tetra2, and 4 Robe Esprite fixtures from DWR Distribution. Edwin Böhmer, lighting technician and designer at Multi-Media, is part
When Ofer Lapid from Gearhouse and Duncan Riley of DWR Distribution met for dinner at the well-known Troyville Hotel on Wednesday, 11 March, business and equipment were the last things on their minds. Their hearts were with Gerda Kruger —
CCPP Group is known for delivering more than just technical services. While technical excellence is non-negotiable, what truly sets the company apart is its ability to connect with clients, understand the heartbeat of a project, step into the client’s vision,
You are invited to a three-day grandMA3 User Training Workshop hosted by DWR Distribution’s Jaques Pretorius and Michael Taylor-Broderick. The workshop will take place from 14–16 April from 9am to 5pm, at Vineyard Church in Morningside, Durban. This three-day programme is designed to
Feld Entertainment Inc., the worldwide leader in live touring family entertainment, launched its newest production of Disney On Ice presents Jump In! on August 29, 2025, in Orlando, FL. During the 2025-26 season, the tour will play 36 cities, including Miami,
Barcelona, Spain — 16 March 2026 — Roland Professional AV has announced the appointment of DWR Distribution as the official distributor for the Roland Professional AV product range in South Africa. The agreement was signed during Integrated Systems Europe,
SAHETI School in Bedfordview has enhanced its drama department with a new lighting upgrade, supplied and installed by DWR Distribution. Founded in 1974 under the leadership of Advocate George Bizos and a passionate group of founders, the school proudly celebrates
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
Randburg-based technical supply company Norwood Productions has expanded its lighting arsenal with the addition of 30 ADJ Jolt Panel FX IP fixtures, supplied by DWR Distribution. The new investment complements the 30 ADJ Jolt Bar FX units the
Front of house engineer James Butera has been touring with Halsey since 2023, and Schyler Blackman, monitor engineer, has been with them for almost a year. Both engineers are enjoying the DiGiCo Quantum 338, supplied by Clair Global for this
When alternative rock icons They Might Be Giants hit the road for their recent North American run, the production embraced a bold yet flexible lighting approach that could deliver impact, nostalgia, and variety night after night. Central to that design
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
LED lighting manufacturer Anolis launches two exciting new products at the Light + Building 2026 expo in Frankfurt next week, further expanding its extensive range of premium-quality products for all architectural and built environment applications. Anolis products are proudly made
DWR Distribution, Absen and Omega are delighted to sponsor two riders taking part in the 2026 Absa Cape Epic – the man with the ‘lekker’ strong legs, Andrew Hermanson, Senior Account Manager from Omega Digital Solutions, and DWR’s own Robert
Robe Lighting was proud to be the production lighting supplier for the TPi Awards 2026, staged at Evolution in Battersea, London, UK, and once again ensured that the room shimmered with colour, vibrance and style that helped rock the glamour
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,
Reggio Emilia, Italy—RCF, in collaboration with the Department of Sciences and Methods for Engineering (DISMI) at the University of Modena and Reggio Emilia (Unimore), has opened applications for the Postgraduate Course “Sound Engineering” for Academic Year 2025/2026. Designed to develop
Mouvement Mas K Klé are a musical collective that celebrates the modern and historic culture of Guadeloupe. As part of Guadeloupe’s Cultural Weekend, the group performed with others from across the Archipelago in a huge celebration of Caribbean culture with
Visual Productions presents NetPanel, a refined family of compact 89x89mm networked wall panels that bring intuitive, tactile control to architectural lighting projects. The E1 encoder, F2 fader and B4 button models mix seamlessly to create custom interfaces for hospitality
Facility at heart of Music City’s creative ecosystem features second global HYRISS showroom and Creative Studio for spatial audio innovation NASHVILLE, TN – L-Acoustics, a leading global creator of professional audio technology, opened its first dedicated Americas regional headquarters in
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
You’re invited to Green Hippo Training with Dylan Jones on 8 and 9 April at DWR Distribution in Johannesburg. This hands-on course will guide you through Hippotizer Basic 1, 2, and Shape 3D, giving you practical experience in operating, configuring, and optimizing your Hippotizer Media Server,
Join Johnny Scholtz for the Astera Certified Mastery Class on 8 April, from 9am to 5pm at DWR Distribution in Cape Town. This comprehensive training is designed to equip you with the skills to fully maximize the features across the Astera product range. The course covers product
It’s an exciting new chapter for Justin and Jonathan le Roux, owners of Keystone Productions, who have taken delivery of their first ever LED Display panels. After carefully waiting for a solution that would meet their broadcast and event requirements,
Lighting designer Conner Ostrowski of Wide Open Productions was excited to join the Counting Crows creative team earlier in 2025, bringing fresh ideas and energy to the stage aesthetics as the legendary Bay Area rockers hit the road with their
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
Integrated Systems Europe in Barcelona proved to be a great success for KLOTZ AIS this year. During the exhibition days, they presented their latest for professional signal transmission to a broad and highly interested audience. KLOTZ hybrid bulk cables
Blackmotion Production’s new Absen NT2.6 V2 has been five years in the making. In December 2025, Kagiso “KG” Moima took ownership of the new LED screen, and what was predominantly a lighting-focused business has now embraced the world of LED
Jaco Beukes looks forward to presenting RCF RDNet Operator Training on 1 April from 9 am to 5pm at DWR Distribution. This course provides all the necessary knowledge to set up and configure an RDNet network. From cabling topology and
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
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
Astera’s new QuikBeam luminaire – launched at last week’s Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) expo staged at the Fira de Barcelona Gran Via in Barcelona, Spain – also won a Best of Show Award at the show. This was within the
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
Cape Town, you are invited to attend Robe Fixture Maintenance Training presented by Tyler Pugin. This training session will cover best practices for cleaning, maintaining, and troubleshooting Robe lighting fixtures. Join us on 12 March from 9 am to 5pm
Master the configuration, control, and monitoring of an L-Acoustics system from the source output to the loudspeaker inputs at the L-Acoustics Drive Training presented by Richard Smith on 11 March from 9am to 5pm at DWR Distribution. Please note,
You are invited to join Richard Smith from DWR Distribution for L-Acoustics Soundvision Training. Delegates will discover the most advanced L-Acoustics software functionalities for 3D venue modelling, system simulation, and line source optimization. The course will be held on 10
DWR Distribution invites you to Vectorworks Spotlight 2026 Training with Jade Manicom from 17 to 20 March, 9am to 5pm, at DWR Distribution, Johannesburg. This hands-on training session, designed for beginners and current users, is limited to just 12 participants
Join Kyle Robson for training on the DiGiCo S-Series and Quantum range of consoles on 3 March from 9am to 5pm atDWR Distribution in Johannesburg and get your hands on the industry’s leading equipment. The training session will cover
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.
You are invited to Robe RoboSpot FollowSpot System Training presented by Jaques Pretorius on 24 March, from 9 am to 5 pm at DWR Distribution, Johannesburg. During this session, Jaques will guide you through setting up the RoboSpot system,
Stuttgart, Germany – RCF announces the successful installation of a cutting-edge sound system at the MHP Arena Stuttgart, serving its 61,000 seats and public areas with unparalleled RCF sound quality. Over 11 tons of equipment, featuring more than 400 speaker
(Above): The Robert Juliat team on the ISE 2026 stand In an exhibition the size of ISE it takes a lot to make an impression, but the new addition to Robert Juliat’s Bizet family of profiles and Fresnels managed to
Sincopa 2002 Ltd Group deploy L2-based immersive system in Tel Aviv’s most prestigious concert venue TEL AVIV, Israel – Opened in 1957 with a design by the founding architects of the State of Israel,Dov Karmi and Ze’ev Rechter, Lowy
Omega Digital’s Events and Onsite Crew—known for delivering smooth hybrid and virtual event experiences—have taken delivery of an RCF HDL 26-A Line Array System, a grandMA3 onPC command wing XT lighting console, a selection of ADJ fixtures, BirdDog cameras, and
The perfect combination of simplicity, power and the reliable grandMA3 system MA Lighting International announces the launch of a new product: The grandMA3 onPC DMX-key. MA Lighting International announces the launch of a new product: The grandMA3 onPC
To all our clients Please note that the DWR Distribution annual stock take will take place from 26 February to 1 March. We will remain open for business during this period, but invoices for any purchases made will be issued the following week.
A three-day grandMA3 User Training workshop, presented by Jaques Pretorius, will be held at DWR Distribution, Cape Town, from 3 to 5 March from 9 am to 5 pm daily. This training course aims to familiarize the operator with the
Join Richard Smith for the L-Acoustics System Implementation training to be held on 18 February from 9 am to 5 pm at DWR Distribution in Johannesburg. To enrol in this course, delegates must hold certification in the L-Acoustics System & Workflow
It was a warm welcome to delegates attending the first L-Acoustics System & Workflow Training of the year, hosted at DWR Distribution in Johannesburg on 3 February. Presented by DWR’s Richard Smith, this foundation course was key to enabling delegates
Theater Basel, Switzerland’s largest three-genre theatre with its own opera, ballet and theatre ensembles, celebrated the 50th anniversary of the new Stadttheater building in 2025, and invested in four new LED followspots from French lighting manufacturer, Robert Juliat, for its
PRECISION SYSTEM DESIGN AND SIMULATION RDShape is an advanced simulation software, purpose-built for acoustic modeling and system optimization of RCF and TT+ Audio speaker and subwoofer systems. Designed to streamline the design, setup, and tuning process, RDShape is a versatile
Tennis fans and the citizens of Turin, Italy, were treated to a twice-nightly visual extravaganza created for the 8-day 2025 ATP Finals, the high-profile season-ending event of the ATP Tour hosted at the Inalpi Arena. A fan village area was
Robe lighting will go LARGE at the 2026 Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) expo in Barcelona next week, launching three innovative new products – T10 PC and T10 Fresnel – and a retina-blowing new creative tool that is set to push
ALAMEDA, USA – The renowned Reykjavik City Theatre (RCT) recently underwent a major intercom system upgrade using Clear-Com® solutions. This milestone project utilizes Clear-Com’s Arcadia® Central Station, delivering expanded capacity and flexibility to one of Iceland’s most prestigious performance venues. Since opening in
Pearl Baptist Church in Iron Station, North Carolina, was recently looking to update its lighting and control systems with tools that would refine the atmosphere and support the flow of each service. That transformation began with RYGID, a North Carolina-based
Expanded division accelerates vertical market growth through creative engagement, business development, and market intelligence MARCOUSSIS, FRANCE – February 2026 – L-Acoustics, the global leader in premium professional audio, has appointed Olivier Maynard as Executive Director of Strategic Market Development
Initiative brings professional certification and real-world expertise to leading academic institutions worldwide MARCOUSSIS, FRANCE – February 2026 – L-Acoustics, the global leader in premium professional audio, has launched the L-Acoustics Education Partner Program, a comprehensive initiative designed to bridge the
ADJ will exhibit at Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) 2026, welcoming lighting professionals from across the EMEA region to explore its latest Performance Ready products in person. Exhibiting from stand #6Q300, ADJ will present a focused selection of new lighting and
In 2025, Movistar Arena, Buenos Airies, carried out a major upgrade of technical equipment inside the venue, incorporating two brand-new DiGiCo Quantum consoles, the Quantum 5 and Quantum 338, supplied by MAHLER Group. To support this investment the
Tbilisi, Georgia — The annual Junior Eurovision Song Contest arrived at Tbilisi’s Gymnastic Hall in Olympic City, presenting an international stage for young talent with rich, narrative-led visuals powered by Green Hippo’s new Hippotizer MEUSE MX Series Media Servers. Under the
Innovative wireless LED lighting manufacturer Astera is set to harness the buzz and energy of Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) 2026 in Barcelona with the teaser of an exciting new product. Something hugely cool and new … will be revealed at
DWR Distribution is thrilled to announce its appointment as distributor for Panasonic MEVIX (Media, Entertainment, Visual Transformation) in South Africa. The DWR technical support team has undergone extensive training and is now an official Panasonic service and maintenance centre.
You are invited to attend Robe Fixture Maintenance Training presented by Tyler Pugin. This training session will cover best practices for cleaning, maintaining, and troubleshooting Robe lighting fixtures. Join us on 10 February from 9 am to 5pm at DWR
(Above): Guillaume Ducray from AVU with DWR’s Robert Izzett, Duncan Riley and Dylan Jones. AV Unlimited and 4LED have become the first rental and hiring company in South Africa to take ownership of an Absen NT1.9 V2, purchased from
DWR Distribution is pleased to announce that the new-generation Absen NT2.6 V2 Indoor LED panels have arrived in South Africa at DWR Distribution, with additional stock on the way. Delivering higher-resolution NT2.6 V2 visuals, a lightweight design, and robust IMD 2-in-1
The Kooks started out in Brighton in 2004. After achieving near-instantaneous acclaim, over the next 20 years they built a reputation for excellence with huge album sales and now, millions of streams every month. Their latest European tour begins
ATG Audiovisueel is a busy event technical and rental company based in Vuren near Gorinchem in the Netherlands, supplying full production packages, encompassing sound, lighting, video, and staging, to a diverse range of professional performing arts and corporate / business
TWO-WAY LINE ARRAY MODULE 70° × 15° COVERAGE TT+ Audio’s GTX 10P is a 2-way line array module with 70° × 15° narrow coverage for medium to large-scale, high-demanding touring and install applications, indoors and outdoors. Equipped with three best-in-class
Thirty-six ADJ Jolt Bar FX multifunction linear LED fixtures and eight ADJ 40 HEX Panel IP LED-powered wash panels played an integral role in the lighting rig for the 2025 edition of Christmas Burns Red — the hometown holiday
© Johan Persson In December, Michael Bond’s much-loved children’s character gently padded into the silvered environs of London’s Savoy Theatre as Paddington the Musical erupted into a glorious, fast-paced confection of a production that enchants audiences of all ages. A
Robe moving and LED lights – including the newly launched T3 Profile, appearing for the first time on a UK theatre show – proved a perfect choice for award-winning lighting designer Andy Webb during the UK’s 2025-26 pantomime season. Photo:
Albany Entertainment Centre (AEC) is a contemporary performing arts and events venue famous for its stunningly cool architectural design, located on the waterfront in Albany, about 420 km south‑east of Perth in Western Australia, which has upgraded the auditorium lighting
Your perfect mix. Always within reach. Packing professional immersive in-ear monitor mixing into an ultra-compact format at unprecedented price points. Truly pocket-sized, the most portable KLANG processors ever created deliver a single immersive mix from 64 input channels, offering
Join Richard Smith for an L-Acoustics System and Workflow Training Course on 3 February 2026 from 9am to 5pm at DWR Distribution in Johannesburg. Upon successful completion and certification, delegates will be eligible to attend future L-Acoustics training
Bluegrass musician Billy Strings’ 2025 tour, built around his hugely successful 2024 album, Highway Prayers, mixed headlining arena and amphitheater dates with festival slots and international shows. Lighting was designed by Colorado-based Saxton Waller, who chose 37 x Robe iFORTES
A breakthrough in low-latency audio connectivity for the transform.engine and new transform.go ANAHEIM, California – January 2026 – NAMM Stand #17901 (DiGiCo) – Fourier Audio announces HYPERPORT, a new low-latency, point-to-point audio protocol designed for seamless integration between its transform.engine
(Above): Robert Juliat’s Bizet is set to show its true colours at ISE 2026 Robert Juliat is excited to exhibit at ISE in Barcelona (3-6 February 2026), on Stand C300 in Hall 6. The stand is located in a
Shattered Glass AV & Staging is based in Eikenhof, south of Johannesburg, and is run by Mick and Adriano Landi. They have grown their business through hard work, strong relationships, and a real respect for their craft. Most of their
Sound Experience and Audio Plus create seamless acoustic experience for Warsaw’s luxurious new multifunctional venue WARSAW, Poland – TheOne Club opened its doors in October 2025 in the heart of Warsaw’s premier clubbing district on Mazowiecka Street, unifying high-end hospitality
BirdDog and mimoLive have partnered to deliver a new promotion designed to add immediate value to BirdDog camera bundles. For a limited time, customers who purchase selected BirdDog bundles will receive 6 months of mimoLive Studio for Mac at no
DWR Distribution invites you to meet Claypaky’s Alessandro Melegaro and Michele Brocchieri for the Claypaky Open Night on 20 January from 3pm to 9pm at our offices in Johannesburg. Get hands-on with the latest Claypaky fixtures: Ultimo Hybrid, Ultimo Sharpy, Mini Xtylos HPE, Volero Cube,
After visiting worship spaces around the world, it was a great pleasure for DWR Distribution to host the L-Acoustics House of Worship Tour in South Africa, with events held in Johannesburg and Cape Town in November 2025. The tour received
Once home to laser tag and line dancing, a forgotten basement in Secunda has been reborn as a fully-fledged performance venue. Thank you Simon Luckhurst from Pro AVL for the write up! Few people would look at a long-disused basement
DirectOut Technologies, based in Mittweida, Germany, is a leading developer of professional audio connectivity, networking, and bridging solutions for broadcast, studio, live, and installed sound applications. The company is pleased to announce that DWR Distribution is its new partner in
You only truly understand the sweat, grit, and tears that go into starting a new company if you’ve done it yourself. When German lighting pioneer Thorsten Sattler, Managing Director at ROXX Light, visited South Africa earlier this year for client
Robe lighting added to the energy and excitement of the 2025 LDI expo in Las Vegas last week by launching five exciting new products in its versatile T-Series, the T10 Profile – available with rapid-change objective system for PC and
Reggio Emilia, Italy – TT+ Audio returns to ISE 2026 with a focused showcase of high-performance solutions for installation and live sound, featuring next-generation cardioid systems and advanced control technologies designed to simplify integration while raising audio quality standards. “At
Formed in 2002, OneRepublic have enjoyed huge international success, with over 18 billion streams on Spotify alone. Their current tour, Escape to Europe, continues until the end of the year before escaping into the rest of the world in 2026.
You are invited to attend a three-day grandMA3 User Training Workshop, presented by Jaques Pretorius, from 20 to 22 January 2026, from 9am to 5pm at DWR Distribution’s Johannesburg office. This three-day programme is designed to familiarise participants with
If there’s one thing South Africans love, it’s putting on a green shirt and cheering for the Springboks. Silverstar Casino & Entertainment Complex, part of the Tsogo Group, in Krugersdorp, knows this well—and they’ve just made watching the big
One of Berlin’s most iconic venues, the Friedrichstadt-Palast, AKA Palast Berlin, a revue theatre in the city’s Mitte district, has made a substantial investment in Robe moving lights to help facilitate its newly launched Grand Show production, BLINDED by DELIGHT,
Thank you to our clients and suppliers for a wonderful 2025. We hope that it’s a well-deserved break for everyone, and we trust that you will travel safely and have a chance to rest and enjoy this time. Please see
A special Afrikaans is 100 Jaar Groot (Afrikaans celebrates 100 Years) centenary concert was staged at the DHL Stadium in Green Point, Cape Town, South Africa, a magical location with breathtaking views of Table Mountain in the background. Produced by
“Quite often, the person building a facility doesn’t think about communications,” says John Sparrow of Clear-Com. “But if you put the comms in first, you can use them throughout the build. It’s absolutely crucial—when you’re running a show, you
When tyres screeched, and engines roared through Durban on 10 August, Red Bull Shay’iMoto lit up the streets — a motorsport spinning showdown born from South Africa’s township culture and fueled by pure adrenaline. (Above): Nick Chapman Behind the
Mastering d.o.o. is a busy Croatian rental and show production company based in Đurdevac in eastern Croatia, founded in 2018 by Đuro (Djuro) Kucelj, who was – and still is – also running a successful construction business and has
In August, the Bunyodkor Stadium in Tashkent, Uzbekistan hosted Jennifer Lopez’s Up All Night: Live in 2025tour. The show was watched by over 31,000 attendees and marked the country’s first performance of an American A-list artist. With a DiGiCo Quantum
(Above): Robert Juliat Dalis 860 cyclorama lights and Oz followspots installed at Singapore’s AHG Drama Centre Theatre as part of its LED upgrade. Photo credit © SRT The Little Company Singapore’s Drama Centre Theatre has invested in new Robert Juliat
(Above): L-Acoustics partners with Forfey to install the first theatrical L-ISA deployment on the island of Ireland L-Acoustics partners with Forfey to realise first theatrical L-ISA deployment on the island of Ireland Belfast, Northern Ireland – November 2025 –
Robert Juliat enjoyed a successful and very busy time at PLASA, London, where it exhibited on the stand of its exclusive UK distributor, Live Technology. The RJ Bizet range of LED profiles and Fresnels were on show in pride of
Discover your new destination for expert-created online training courses, tailored for audio professionals and enthusiasts alike. Whether you’re looking to master your skills, build precision subwoofer arrays, or optimize complex systems like a pro, RCF Academy brings top-tier audio education
San Francisco, California, USA — Green Hippo’s Hippotizer Media Servers fired up a central role in the U.S. touring production of MasterChef Live, providing real-time video control, camera integration, and playback management in a compact touring package. The system was specified, supplied,
Expanded headquarters reflects company’s rapid APAC growth; new L-ISA Creative Studio empowers artists to create spatial audio experiences SINGAPORE – November 2025 — L-Acoustics, a leading global creator of professional audio technology, announced the opening of its expanded Asia-Pacific regional
Mumbai-based SSL Media Technology & Solutions is one of India’s largest event and entertainment technology production providers, and a company known for thinking innovatively and outside the box to provide clients with the very best and most appropriate technical production
After a six-year pause, Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles (TMPV) has returned to the South African passenger vehicle market. Earlier this year, Tata Motors celebrated its relaunch with a high-profile event at The Galleria in Sandton, Johannesburg. Four new models—the Harrier,
Newly formed regional team showcased L-ISA immersive audio and vertical market solutions at Theater of Digital Art L-Acoustics debuted its recently formed Middle East, Africa & Eurasia Application Team at an exclusive technology showcase on November 5 at Dubai’s Theater
Leipzig, Germany — Multimedia visual production house LUPIXX GmbH tackled a combination of AR, large-format LED design, and synchronized playback for this year’s Goldene Henne entertainment gala, harnessing the power of Green Hippo Hippotizer Media Servers. The televised production, broadcast by MDR, celebrates Germany’s entertainment movers
Nine individual buildings magically come to life after dark as part of the Canadian city of Guelph, Ontario’s eye-catching ongoing public lighting initiative, “Illuminate Downtown Guelph,” in lighting schemes that utilise Anolis Eminere LED luminaires. Lighting for each individual building
Bring your stage to life with 40 HEX Panel IP — a powerful, IP65-rated wash, blinder, and strobe designed for the demands of live production. Its rugged all-metal housing stands up to dust, rain, and humidity — ideal for theaters,
Absen Strengthens Global Presence with Professional Expertise and Innovation As a global leader in LED display technology and solutions, Absen has consistently demonstrated long-term commitment and innovation in the industry. From technological breakthroughs to market insights, Absen continues to drive
DWR Distribution announces that renowned rigging specialist Ruud de Deugd will present the International Rigging Training from 26 to 31 January 2026, daily 9am to 5pm, at DWR Distribution, Johannesburg. As the founder of T & E Support, Ruud is
L-Acoustics House of Worship Tour comes to South Africa The L-Acoustics House of Worship Tour, which visits churches and worship spaces around the world, is coming to South Africa. Church technical teams, volunteers, consultants, and anyone interested in PA design
Solotech supplies a Quantum852 for the FOH mix, while a Quantum7 serves at monitors LONDON, UK – November 2025 – Coldplay’s Music of the Spheres World Tour is a global concert trek without peer. Kicking off in San José,
At this year’s Plasa Show in Olympia London, Doughty Engineering entered the Plasa Awards for Innovation, putting forward our new Lightweight Quick Trigger. Competing against 36 other entries, there was a lot of ingenuity on display for the 11
The live plugin platform lets FOH engineer Tom Evans keep his carefully crafted settings for history’s biggest hitmakers steady while it hosts key new plugins that adapt their performance for the Sphere’s one-of-a-kind environment (Pictured Above): Eagles FOH engineer Tom
Southern Lighting, a well-known film lighting rental company in Johannesburg, has added MA Lighting’s grandMA3 compact and compact XT consoles to its inventory, supplied by DWR Distribution. Southern Lighting has been a trusted name for more than fifty-five years, providing
DWR Distribution officially welcomed Epson to its product portfolio on October 1st with a vibrant launch event that combined expert training, live demonstrations, and engaging activities. The highlight of the day was Epson’s cutting-edge projector technology, which took center stage
The ADJ Lighting Roadshow toured Johannesburg, Cape Town, and Durban in July, and was hosted by DWR Distribution. The event provided a comprehensive and hands-on demonstration of ADJ’s latest lighting innovations, leaving a strong impression on everyone who attended. Led by ADJ’s Jos Reulen and Rob Lang, the
Visual Productions successfully hosted its first-ever live webinar last week, attracting over 200 registrants from 46 countries. With attendees watching more than 80% of each session on average, the SPI protocol and SpiNode topics clearly resonated globally. Thank you
Momentum Aardklop Nasionale Kunstefees, held in Potchefstroom, has wrapped up another fantastic festival, and we’re so glad it was a success. A big thank you to Pieter-Jan Kapp PJK Project Management Pty Ltd, Technical Manager, for sharing these amazing photos
A compact yet extremely effective lighting rig, comprised exclusively of ADJ fixtures, was deployed for a hometown performance by world renowned techno DJ Stacey Pullen. Taking place on the patio outside Detroit’s iconic TV Lounge nightclub, Pullen played a mammoth
Known as the Collaboration Experts, Omega Digital has spent more than two decades building powerful workplace solutions and innovation-driven environments. At an event hosted by Omega to acknowledge trusted suppliers and clients, as well as to celebrate their new office
Zvezdara Theatre in downtown Belgrade is the first theatre in Serbia to take delivery of Robe lights since Light and Sound Design (LSD) took on distributorship of the brand in late 2023. The bustling 300-capacity space is now the proud
FLÆKT, an intense and highly visual dance performance piece created by artist Juliette Louste, premiered at the Tjarnarbíó Theatre and utilised a zactrack mini automated tracking system for the first time in Iceland to track lighting, audio, and video cues.
Lighting designer Jon Eirik Sira thought outside the box when tackling an interesting visual conundrum for Det Vestnorske Teateret in Bergen’s recent and acclaimed production of Skulerevyen (School Review). The show was a raw, visceral, no-nonsense take on the issue
JLE Audio AB deploys L2D and KS21 to solve unique acoustic challenges at Sweden’s legendary music venue STOCKHOLM, Sweden – For nearly 140 years, Nalen has been hosting the performances that shaped Swedish culture – from the legendary artists who
As events increasingly feature heavier rigging setups—particularly large LED screens—Cape Town-based Core Productions has taken a proactive step to enhance safety by investing in a CHAINMASTER CELLMASTER load cell monitoring solution, supplied by DWR Distribution. The new load monitoring system
L-Acoustics’ L-ISA Hyperreal technology makes its South African debut, integrated seamlessly into a glittering tribute to the golden age of musical theatre. Peter Iantoro, TPiMEA Magazine, reports: The South African live events industry has had to be patient
The Hilton Arts Festival (HAF) in KwaZulu-Natal, one of South Africa’s most celebrated cultural gatherings, returned this year with its hallmark mix of theatre, music, visual art, and family-friendly activities. Behind the performances and creative energy, however, was a
FOH engineer Dennie Miller pairs his transform.engine with a DiGiCo Quantum852 console on the band’s latest global conquest, “The Greatest Of All Tours Worldwide” COPENHAGEN, Denmark – September 2025 – Fifties-influenced metal band Volbeat recently wrapped up a North
Fleik and Concept K design a versatile audio solution for one of France’s most dynamic multipurpose venues following €35 million renovation Évry-Courcouronnes, France – October 2025 – Originally built in 1975 and previously known as Les Arènes de l’Agora, the
Co-directed by Andrea Bocelli and Pharrell Williams, St. Peter’s Square’s first-ever music concert featured award-show-worthy sound throughout via a pair of Quantum852 consoles ROME, Italy – On September 13, Rome’s Vatican City hosted Grace for the World, the first-ever
The launch season of new Romanian TV talent show The Ticket premiered in September and is being recorded at Castel Studios just outside Bucharest. It is produced by Imagic and Antena 1 and lit by lighting designer / DoP Dan
Dallas, TX, USA – Vari-Lite, the originators of the modern moving head light fixture and Signify (Euronext: LIGHT) entertainment lighting brand, is today announcing the VL3200 LT Profile IP, a compact, long-throw production profile fixture with over 20,000 lumens of
You are invited to join Dylan Jones as he presents Image Processing – Barco Certified Operator – Event Master (Level 1A) Training on 11 and 12 November 2025 from 9am to 5pm at DWR Distribution in Johannesburg. Passing the
Earlier this year, DWR Distribution had the pleasure of welcoming DiGiCo’s Tristan Mazire and Ian Staddon to South Africa for an exclusive DiGiCo Masterclass. DWR’s Kyle Robson, who has represented the DiGiCo brand, helped coordinate the visit and share
Vilnius, Lithuania — Acclaimed Lithuanian hip-hop duo Lilas ir Innomine returned to the capital city Vilnius for a career-defining performance at the Vingis Park Amphitheater, with a striking visual design driven by Green Hippo Hippotizer Media Servers. The group — comprised of Konstantinas Kiveris-Lilas and
DiGiCo’s tiny desk mixed its first official performance at NPR Music’s Tiny Desk, followed by an exclusive TikTok LIVE event held at Brooklyn’s Domino Park WASHINGTON, DC – October 2025 – Although DiGiCo has only just revealed the true
Gérald Yven appointed Global Real Estate Director to lead centralized facility strategy across international operations MARCOUSSIS, FRANCE – L-Acoustics, the global leader in premium professional audio, has established a new global Real Estate division under the leadership of Gérald
Robert Juliat is excited to announce the official launch of Morgane, its new 825W LED 13°-24° followspot, which is now ready to ship worldwide. Made for the demands of today’s productions, Morgane combines the renowned craftsmanship of Robert Juliat
Dalhalla, a unique open-air amphitheatre set in the former Draggängarna limestone quarry in central Sweden, is arguably one of the coolest and most interesting live music venues in Europe, popular for its summer seasons featuring a range of music
Lighting designer Marc Janowitz has enjoyed utilizing the power and versatility of Robe’s T2 Profile luminaire on several recent projects, including Trey Anastasio’s 2025 solo acoustic tour and two high-profile HBO specials – Brett Goldstein’s “The Second Best Night
HARVEY Pro 8×8-DA-AES8 ensures smooth audio communication in the stage management system at the Deutsche Oper Berlin. Berlin, October, 2025 – The Deutsche Oper Berlin in Charlottenburg is the largest of Berlin’s three opera houses. It was opened in
Gain both theoretical and practical training to enhance your expertise and build the skills needed to confidently maintain and service CHAINMASTER electric chain hoists. Join CHAINMASTER’s John van Look for a training session focusing on safety, repair, and maintenance, taking
Hybrid cables that combine both digital audio/DMX and power lines in a single cable are widely used in many modern applications. The new KLOTZ HD01PC25 hybrid cable has been specially developed for mobile use. It features a robust, highly
Immersive audio technology enables uncompromised genre fusion across two sold-out performances for 30,000 fans When Prague’s renowned Queen tribute band Queenie set out to collaborate with the Janáček Philharmonic Ostrava, they faced a familiar audio engineering challenge: how
Luminex have announced a firmware release v2.7.1 for LumiNode/LumiCore. With this release, users will get support for the new LumiNode 8-IP, various web interface improvements and more. Save As PDF
London, UK – 30 September, 2025 – Clear-Com® ’s IP Transceivers are rapidly gaining traction in the professional theatre world, becoming the first choice for some of the most ambitious productions across London’s West End, Broadway, and international touring circuits. From Stranger Things: The First
Weighing only 23kg/50lbs when housed in a custom Peli case, DiGiCo’s newest and smallest desk brings Quantum Range features and performance to productions anywhere CHESSINGTON, UK – September 2025 – For more than five years, DiGiCo’s Quantum Range of
Budapest, the lively, picturesque capital city of Hungary, was energised into a canvas of drama, colour, excitement, and storytelling in one of Europe’s finest mixed-media spectaculars to celebrate its National Day on August 20th. The 35-minute timecoded show involved monumental
DWR Distribution proudly announces the official opening of the Absen Experience Centre, a dedicated showroom showcasing Absen’s cutting-edge LED display solutions. Designed to inspire and inform, the centre presents a range of products and applications for the professional AV
Audio Quest Events, a Cape Town-based technical supply company specialising in sound, lighting, staging and AV, has marked a major milestone in its journey. Established in 1991 by Hennie Ellis, the company has grown steadily over three decades, with
Robe LEDBeam 150s are proving the perfect match for Cape Town’s Baxter Theatre, where they are in use nearly every day, providing powerful, flexible and handy lighting solutions for all types of performance … to the delight of the
The creative geniuses in Astera’s R&D department have been busy again … This time developing another completely cool and unique product – SolaBulb – the only bulb on the market with an inbuilt 15º – 50º zoom range that is
Lighting designer Christina Thanasoula of Athens, Greece-based creative design studio, Creative Lighting, has a penchant for invention and thinking out-of-the-box while crafting her art, and was recently a keynote speaker at the 2025 Showlight symposium in Dijon, France. The 2025
BirdDog is raising the bar at IBC 2025. Join us at booth 7.C13 and experience three groundbreaking PTZ launches designed to deliver cinematic quality, seamless flexibility, and ultimate reliability: X1 30x The award-winning X1, now with a 30x optical zoom
PartyBros, a dynamic company founded in 2022 by brothers Emil and Etienne van Heerden, has recently launched its corporate division, EVH Events. Building on their experience in the events industry, EVH focuses on delivering high-end solutions for large-scale and
DWR Distribution officially opened the Aubrey Ndaba Training Centre on 5 September with a ribbon-cutting ceremony honouring the late industry legend. Aubrey Ndaba’s family attended as special guests, making the day especially meaningful. Training has always
Creative Kilowatt, the Bloemfontein-based technical supply company that has been making waves this year, has invested in RCF’s revolutionary HDL 30-A Line Array, supplied by DWR Distribution. “We wanted a scalable PA to grow with our events,” said Stefan van
DWR Distribution is pleased to invite you to the official Epson Open Day on 1 October from 2pm – 5pm. Test your swing and compete for the Longest Drive while networking with industry peers on a Golf Simulator! The
DWR Distribution is delighted to welcome Zane Cretten to South Africa for Epson Training on 1 October from 9am to 1pm. This practical session is designed for all professionals who would like to strengthen their knowledge of Epson’s latest
Popular Canadian indie rockers Peach Pit completed the North American section of their “Long Hair, Long Life” tour with a brand-new lighting design from George Gorton from Vancouver-based creative design studio Loud Entertainment Design Group. The visual concept relied heavily
Robert Juliat is proud to announce its major participation in an ambitious investment project led by the Fédération Wallonie-Bruxelles, as part of a European programme to renovate the energy efficiency of cultural infrastructures in Belgium. Ten emblematic French-speaking theatres
Robe will have a big presence at the PLASA London expo in Olympia next week – on stand A70 – and will be launching six fabulous new products – T3 Profile, iPAINTE LTM, SVOPATT Classic, Footsie1 MC and Footsie2
TORONTO, Ontario, Canada – September 2025 – Drake is getting his steps in. On his current $ome $pecial $hows 4 U Tour, currently on its European leg through mid-September, he not only closes his own show but opens it, as
For over 20 years, the town of Yunhe in Zhejiang Province, China has held the title of Wooden Toy Town. Deep in its heart stands the beautiful Fairy-Tale Theatre, which has recently benefitted from investment into DiGiCo’s Quantum series,
ALAMEDA, USA – September 2, 2025 – Clear-Com is proud to support the world-class productions of Alley Theatre, one of the oldest and largest nonprofit resident theatres in the United States. With a storied history dating back to 1947, the
South African lighting designer and programmer Andre Siebrits has steadily built his expertise on grandMA3 consoles, contributing to large-scale productions across the country and even abroad. With a deep understanding of the system, Andre recently added a Luminex GigaCore 10i
Lighting designer, Grant Olivier, founder of Distinct Technical Solutions in Cape Town, has taken delivery of a grandMA3 light, joining his trusted grandMA3 onPC setup. The upgrade comes just in time for the busy corporate season in Cape Town, with
You are invited to the Prolyte Campus presented by Eric Laanstra from Prolyte and Robert Izzett from DWR Distribution. Join us in Johannesburg on 22 and 23 September or in Cape Town on 25 and 26 September, from 9am to
MGG’s strategic K2 investment powers comprehensive professional sound system for 78,800 festival-goers NELSPRUIT, South Africa – August 2025 – MGG Productions has successfully deployed its newly-acquired L-Acoustics K2 sound system at the Toyota Innibos Lowveld National Arts Festival, marking
The latest series of Italian talent show Nuova Scena – Rhythm + Flow Italia – which scouts out some of the best rising star rappers – kicked off to an electric start with a launch party staged at famous Milan
Designed To Dazzle: Introducing the Vizi Pix Z19 Pixel-Mappable LED Wash Zoom Fixture with Three Effects in One! Conceived to help lighting designers unleash their creativity, ADJ’s new Vizi Pix Z19 is a versatile automated wash-zoom luminaire equipped with 19
Claypaky, in collaboration with Hermes Music Profesional, its official exclusive distributor in Mexico, held a spectacular Shield Family Open Day in a unique setting at the Bombay restaurant on the shores of the Nichupté Lagoon in Riviera Maya, Cancun. Claypaky’s Shield
You are invited to attend a three-day grandMA3 User Training Workshop, presented by Jaques Pretorius, from 16 to 18 September from 9am to 5pm at DWR Distribution’s Johannesburg office. This three day programme is designed to familiarise participants with
The Faculty of Arts and Design, Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) held its first Career Expo on the Arts Campus on Wednesday, 13 August. The event connected senior students with potential exhibitors to showcase career pathways in the creative
August – Sixty-two thousand people witnessed the King’s Cup Final 2025 at King Abdullah Sport City in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, where Claypaky Skylos fixtures delivered piercing beam effects. A sea of light and color enveloped the sold-out stadium in a
Be’er-Sheva, Israel-based lighting rental specialist Koltech has invested in 24 new Robe ESPRITE moving lights to add to its ever-expanding rental inventory, which now includes over 150 Robe moving lights. The company was founded in 2007 by Yossi Bendavid –
After months of planning, DWR Distribution is thrilled to welcome Iamadinkra, a company based in Ghana, to South Africa for private training taking place this week! With expertise spanning audio-visual design, conferencing, interactive media, and system integration, Iamadinkra has partnered
For over three decades, Brisbane-based company IJS has helped clients navigate the often-complex landscape of technical production, providing high-end audio, lighting, staging and backline for concerts, festivals, corporate events and beyond. Further strengthening its technical capabilities, IJS recently welcomed DiGiCo’s
A substantial zactrack PRO automated tracking system – with 32 x active trackers in use, and arguably the largest to date – was used by lighting designer Ben M Rogers from A Loud Minority (ALM) to deliver an automated follow
ALAMEDA, USA – 13 August 2025 – Clear-Com® will showcase a full lineup of intercom innovations for broadcast professionals at IBC2025, taking place September 12-15 in Amsterdam, NL. On display at Stand #10.D29 will be the latest addition to the
De Roma – originally Kinema Roma – is one of Antwerp’s best-known and loved music venues, and has recently added new Robe moving lights to its house rig, comprising 12 x LEDBeam 150s, 12 x LEDBeam 350s and 24 x
Yue Opera is a popular Chinese opera genre that features women in all roles. For Hangzhou Butterfly Theatre’s successful premier of My Grand View Garden the audio team chose to invest in a DiGiCo Quantum 225, supplied by Rightway Audio
Designed to ignite lighting designers’ creativity, the new Vintage Bar from ADJ is a decorative blinder packed with potential. Fusing vintage charm with contemporary sophistication, this eye-catching fixture offers a potent central strip of amber blinder COB LEDs surrounded by
