Laser - LASER is acronym for Light Amplified by Stimulated Emission of Radiation and is an optical source that emits photons in a coherent concentrated beam. There are many different kinds of LASERs producing. Used . many different colors, but red is the most common.. Used . ...
Headsets and Beltpacks - Headsets are simply headphones with an attached mic, usually a noise canceling condenser mic, used for communicating with other crew members during a show or production. Beltpacks provide power to the. Used . headset and allow it to be used remotely. . Used . ...
Ellipsoidal - Ellipsoidal is the name for a type of theatrical light, getting the name from the ellipsoidal reflector used to intensify the light of a back-loading lamp through the barrel and lens. Ellipsoidals are. Used . used for their strong, well-defined light and their versatility.
Characteristics of an ellipsoidal lighting unit include:
* An adjustable barrel, allowing a lightin. Used . g designer to change the size and focus of the light thrown by the unit by changing the distance between the mirror and the lens or lenses
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Communications - Communication gear is essentially used to relay information to different individuals or teams during a show or performance to insure everything, including audio, lighting and staging are timed correct. Used . ly and functioning properly and safely. . Used . ...
Touring Systems - A touring system is generally a rack unit designed for easy of mobility, set up and repair to be taken on tour and can include lighting, audio and staging equipment. . Used . . Used . ...
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One of the many applications of lasers is in the entertainment industry. The reason for this is that lasers can make an extremely visible narrow beam of light which can be used with optical scanning to produce patterns or images on the walls, ceilings or other surfaces. Using mirrors, light from lasers can also be bounced to produce special effects or to enhance special effects smoke, fog or haze. The “laser tunnel effect” can be created using a planar or conical moving beam of laser light aimed through atmospheric smoke or fog.
A laser lighting display or lasers light show may involve projecting laser beams set to music or as stage lighting effects for a concert or other musical performance. Use of lasers in these applications is not a new concept. Back in the 70s, live performances by artists like Pink Floyd have already used laser light to enhance the concert experience.
Laser light shows can be customized for stage acts, theater, discos, dances, parties and similar events using programmable, animated lasers. They are available in a variety of colors and output powers. Lasers can produce rotating, bounce, size, color, slowdraw, stretch, rolling and other effects. Using software, images and text can also be displayed as part of a laser light display.
In the United States, operators of lasers apply beamstops and procedures as safety precautions for the audience. This is in compliance with the safety regulations governing the use of lasers in any product.